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The President of Ukraine said that the Victory Plan is aimed at strengthening the country, regardless of Russia's actions. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of international partners' support for the implementation of this plan.

Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur reiterated his interest in promoting Ukraine's accession to NATO. He emphasized that membership in the Alliance is the only real guarantee of security for Ukraine.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that Zelenskyy's Peace Plan has many issues that need to be discussed with Ukraine. NATO cannot yet support the Victory Plan, but it is confidently supporting Ukraine.

Mark Rutte said that Ukraine will join NATO in the future. This decision was made in Washington, although the exact procedure for accession has not yet been determined.

The President of Ukraine discussed new support packages and long-range weapons with the US leader. Biden promised to implement the aid packages in the near future, including $425 million.

The President of Ukraine leaves for Belgium for a meeting of the European Council. Zelenskyy will present the Victory Plan and hold meetings with the European Parliament and NATO to strengthen Ukraine's defense.

International retail chains are refraining from signing long-term contracts with Georgian exporters due to the political situation. This is due to the expectation of possible sanctions and the suspension of Georgia's accession to the EU.

The Alliance plans to standardize ammunition to simplify its use on the battlefield. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized the importance of this step and the need to further increase defense production.

Australia is planning to transfer 49 Abrams M1A1 tanks that are being decommissioned to Ukraine. This is part of a $245 million military aid package to be announced by the Minister of Defense Industry at a NATO meeting in Brussels.

U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin will visit Europe to participate in NATO and G7 meetings. They will discuss strengthening military support for Ukraine and ensuring its security.

Italian Prime Minister Meloni has announced that she is working on a loan to Ukraine secured by the interest from Russia's frozen assets in the EU. This is the result of the G7 agreement in June under the Italian presidency.

The EU plans to change the rules for sending migrants without the right to stay. The new law should streamline the deportation process and oblige member states to cooperate in this matter.

Hungarian Prime Minister Orban is preparing to disrupt a $50 billion loan to Ukraine to help Trump in the election. He refuses to extend EU sanctions, blocking US participation in the financing.

David Lammy will join EU ministers in Luxembourg to discuss the Middle East and Ukraine. The visit is part of the new British government's efforts to “reset” relations with the EU.

The European Commission says the EU is shocked by reports of the death of journalist Victoria Roshchina in Russia. The EU calls on Moscow to comply with international law and stop violating the rights of prisoners.

A train carrying members of the European Parliament was evacuated in Strasbourg after an unexplained explosion, probably in the locomotive. Train traffic was suspended due to smoke coming out of the train.

EU member states have agreed on a plan to lend 35bn euros to Ukraine using frozen assets of the Central Bank of Russia as collateral. This is part of a wider G7 initiative to provide Kiev with 45bn euros in aid.

The third round of bilateral EU-Ukraine sessions within the framework of the legislative compliance screening has started in Brussels. The meetings are taking place in a hybrid format from October 8 to 10, covering economic criteria and other important areas.

The EU plans to impose sanctions on Iran for supplying ballistic missiles to Russia. The first package of restrictions will apply to about a dozen individuals and legal entities, including companies in the machine-building, metallurgical and aviation industries.

Shalva Papuashvili signed a package of laws restricting the rights of LGBT people in Georgia. The country's president refused to sign the document, but the speaker of the parliament did so in accordance with the constitution.

NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg says Putin's nuclear threats should not prevent military assistance to Ukraine.

Audio guides in Ukrainian have been launched in three museums in Belgium and the Barberini Museum in Germany. In total, 89 Ukrainian audio guides operate in 47 countries as part of the First Lady's initiative.

russia remains an important energy supplier to Europe, accounting for 15% of the EU's gas imports in 2023.

Saudi Arabia has announced the formation of an international alliance to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on the basis of a two-state solution. The alliance includes Arab, Muslim and European countries, and the first meetings will be held in Riyadh and Brussels.

Pope Francis has arrived in Brussels, beginning a visit to Belgium. This is the third visit of the Pope to the country after two visits by John Paul II in 1985 and 1995.

Ursula von der Leyen announces a €35 billion loan to Ukraine secured by frozen Russian assets. The EU decided to move forward with a smaller loan without US participation due to disagreements over the revision of sanctions.

The EU and China have agreed to reconsider the possibility of setting a minimum price for Chinese electric vehicles instead of tariffs of up to 35. 3%. The European Commission postponed the vote on the final introduction of tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles.

Ursula von der Leyen announced the EU's readiness to step up support for Ukraine before the start of the heating season. She is traveling to Kyiv to discuss these issues with President Zelenskyy.

Penalty imposed for longstanding restrictions on the right to asylum, which Hungary refuses to lift.

The EU is considering sanctions against financial institutions that support military supplies to Russia and supplies from Southeast Asia.