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Despite some European countries recognizing the Palestinian state, Israel assures that it will not cease hostilities in Gaza until Hamas releases the hostages.
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas stated that Hamas will have no role in governing Palestine. He called for complete demilitarization and elections within a year after a ceasefire.
On September 23, a meeting between the presidents of Ukraine and the United States will take place, as well as a summit of the Coalition for the Return of Children Abducted by Russia. Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the Prime Minister of Canada will co-chair the summit with the participation of the first ladies.
Malta officially recognized Palestinian statehood, emphasizing support for a two-state solution and the exclusion of Hamas from a future government. Prime Minister Robert Abela announced this at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly.
Belgium and Luxembourg recognized the independence of the State of Palestine, joining France, Britain, Monaco, Canada, and Australia. The Belgian Prime Minister noted that legal recognition is possible after the release of hostages and the removal of Hamas.
Prince Albert II of Monaco announced the formal recognition of the State of Palestine at the UN summit. This decision supports the existence of Israel and the recognition of Palestine within the framework of international law.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced at the UN General Assembly that France officially recognizes the state of Palestine. This decision was made to preserve the possibility of resolving the conflict based on the two-state solution.
Israel has reinforced its ground, air, and naval forces for the Jewish New Year holiday period, which runs from September 22 to mid-October. This decision was made following an investigation into the events of October 7, 2023, when Hamas militants exploited minimal troop presence.
Hurricane Gabrielle formed in the Atlantic southeast of Bermuda with wind speeds of 120 km/h. Tropical Storm Narda formed off Mexico's Pacific coast, moving at 65 km/h.
Great Britain, Canada, and Australia have officially recognized the state of Palestine. The prime ministers of these countries made relevant statements, emphasizing the desire for peace and conflict resolution through the creation of two states.
The Russian Federation has deployed a large-scale network of fake websites called CopyCop, using AI to create fabricated news. These sites target the US, France, Canada, and Norway with the aim of discrediting politicians and radicalizing public sentiment.
Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said the G7 is looking to move from incremental to decisive action to end Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The group of industrialized nations is united in ambition and urgency.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the Emir of Qatar for his assistance in returning Ukrainian children. He invited Qatar to participate in a joint summit with Canada in New York dedicated to this topic.
The Ukrainian national team dropped to 28th place in the FIFA ranking, losing two positions after defeats in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Spain topped the ranking for the first time since 2014, displacing Argentina.
Australia has lowered the price cap on Russian oil to US$47. 60 per barrel and imposed sanctions against 95 vessels of Russia's 'shadow fleet'. These measures are aimed at reducing Russia's revenues and have been taken jointly with international partners.
U. S. Space Force General Michael Guetlein has completed the plan for the 'Golden Dome' missile defense program. The Pentagon refuses to disclose details regarding its scale or cost, citing operational security.
This summer, climate change caused 16,500 deaths in European cities, more than three times the projected statistics. The study covered 854 urban areas where temperatures were 3.6°C higher.
Chrystia Freeland is leaving her position in the Canadian government but may become Canada's special representative for Ukraine's reconstruction. Her experience as Minister of Finance and Foreign Affairs makes her a unique candidate for this mission.
Chrystia Freeland may be appointed Canada's special representative for Ukraine. An official announcement about her new position is expected soon.
A study found that patients taking higher doses of Wegovy lost more weight but experienced more nausea, diarrhea, and other side effects. This finding may influence dosing recommendations for people with obesity.
Ukraine intends to create drone lines up to 30 km deep on the front line, a so-called Kill Zone, to prevent future aggression. This was announced by Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal, emphasizing the need for partners' support in providing Ukraine with FPV drones, robotic systems, and long-range missiles.
China warned the UK and US after their warships passed through the Taiwan Strait. The Chinese military tracked HMS Richmond and USS Higgins, calling their actions a provocation that undermines peace and stability.
G7 finance ministers met in Canada to discuss further measures to increase pressure on Russia. They agreed to accelerate discussions on using frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine's defense.
Canada summoned Russia's ambassador to deliver a note of protest after Russian drones violated the airspace of Poland and NATO. Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand declared unwavering support for NATO allies and Ukraine.
New Zealand lowers the price cap on Russian oil to $47. 6 per barrel. The country also introduced the 32nd package of sanctions against Russian entities involved in cyberattacks against Ukraine.
American historian Timothy Snyder was awarded the Vasyl Stus Prize for his contribution to Ukrainian culture and civic stance. The award was presented by Volodymyr Yermolenko, President of Ukrainian PEN, in Kyiv.
Law enforcement neutralized a hacker group that had been attacking company servers in six countries since 2018. The attackers encrypted data and demanded ransom in cryptocurrency, causing damages of over UAH 3 billion.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal stated that partners will continue to help Ukraine, making it more extensive and systematic. The EU is allocating 6.6 billion euros for weapons. Germany plans to provide Ukraine with Patriot.
Canada has announced a new aid package for Ukraine worth over 2 billion Canadian dollars. By the end of 2025, the Armed Forces of Ukraine will receive 50 ACSV Super Bison armored personnel carriers and other military equipment.
Finland is convening a special meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council on September 9 at the request of Ukraine. This is a response to Russia's massive attacks and an attempt to increase international pressure.