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Ukraine plans to form Space Forces by December 31, 2025, as stipulated in the government's action program. By the end of 2025, Ukraine aims to achieve 60% operational readiness of integrated air and missile defense, cyber and space components.
The Chinese cargo ship Heng Yang 9, flying the Panamanian flag, entered the port of temporarily occupied Sevastopol at least three times. The use of ports in Crimea by foreign vessels has been prohibited since 2014.
Hong Kong is bracing for Typhoon Ragasa, the strongest this year, with winds up to 220 km/h. Schools and businesses are closed, hundreds of flights have been canceled, and sea levels are expected to rise.
The 80th session of the UN General Assembly has begun in New York and will last until September 29. It will bring together about a hundred presidents and over 40 prime ministers to discuss global challenges and strengthen international cooperation.
China's export sector recorded a record trade surplus of $1. 2 trillion despite tough US tariffs. This raises concerns around the world about the risks to the national economies of other countries.
Porsche shares fell by 4. 1% after the company adjusted its plans for electric vehicle production and lowered its profitability forecast for 2025. This caused a drop in shares of parent company Volkswagen and holding company Porsche SE.
On September 22, the price of gold rose by 0. 2% to $3,691.53 per ounce, after reaching an all-time high of $3,707.40 on September 17. Investors are awaiting the release of key inflation data and speeches by Fed officials, including Jerome Powell.
The European Union will independently decide on diplomacy and the introduction of tariffs against China, Macron said. He emphasized the strategy of de-risking and the possibility of secondary sanctions related to Russia.
Chinese journalist Zhang Zhan, sentenced in 2020 for reporting on the early stages of COVID-19 in Wuhan, has been sentenced to another four years in prison. She was found guilty on charges of "inciting hatred and provoking public disorder."
A bipartisan delegation of US House of Representatives lawmakers visited China for the first time since 2019. The Americans met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang.
Over the past week, Russia launched more than 1,500 attack drones, 1,280 guided aerial bombs, and 50 missiles at Ukraine. President Zelenskyy calls for increased sanctions to stop the supply of foreign components for Russian weapons.
US President Donald Trump said that TikTok is being bought by "great American patriots" who are very wealthy and technologically savvy. The Trump administration expects a multi-billion dollar commission from investors for the deal to control TikTok's operations in the US.
September 21 marks the International Day of Peace, as well as the Day of Peace in Ukraine, established in 2002. Stanislav Zhelikhovsky, a candidate of political sciences, spoke about world initiatives and Ukraine's contribution to peace, as well as diplomatic steps and challenges.
The European Union is considering introducing trade measures targeting the remaining imports of Russian oil, in particular via the Druzhba pipeline to Hungary and Slovakia. These measures may be applied if Budapest and Bratislava do not present plans for supply diversification.
The Russian dictator believes that military escalation will force Ukraine to negotiate on his terms, and Trump will not interfere. Russia intensified attacks on military and civilian targets after the leaders' meeting in Anchorage.
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.
The Trump administration expects to receive a multi-billion dollar commission from investors for control of TikTok in the US. This deal, approved by Trump and Xi Jinping, is part of complex negotiations and could amount to billions of dollars.
Donald Trump stated that Chinese leader Xi Jinping would cooperate with the US to resolve the war between Russia and Ukraine. Trump also noted that the US profits from selling weapons to Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump will host Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on September 25 at the White House. The parties will discuss trade, including the purchase of Boeing aircraft and an F-16 agreement, as well as continued negotiations on the F-35.
US President Donald Trump had a productive conversation with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, discussing trade, fentanyl, and the war in Ukraine. They also agreed to meet at the APEC summit in South Korea and for Trump to visit China next year.
The European Union proposes a full ban on imports of Russian liquefied natural gas from January 1, 2027. The EU also proposes to ban transactions with more Russian banks and trade restrictions for companies in China and India.
US President Donald Trump announced a visit to China early next year after a conversation with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The parties also agreed to meet at the APEC summit in South Korea.
A high-ranking French military-space official has reported an increase in hostile activity in space, particularly from Russia, reflecting conflicts on Earth. Western countries note the rapid development of China's space programs and the increasing number of anti-satellite weapons in orbit.
The fuel shortage has affected at least 20 regions of Russia, including the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. The price of AI-92 gasoline rose and exceeded 73.2 thousand rubles per ton, which became a historical maximum.
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xiaomi is recalling 116,877 SU7 cars produced from February 6, 2024, to August 30, 2025, due to software errors in the driver assistance system. The company will fix the problems with an over-the-air update.
The European Commission plans to unfreeze approximately €550 million in EU funds for Hungary. This comes amid attempts to overcome Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's veto on imposing additional sanctions against Russia.
US President Donald Trump held a phone conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The leaders are likely to reach an agreement on TikTok, which will allow the app to remain in the US.
This summer, Donald Trump refused to provide $400 million in military aid to Taiwan, attempting to use the decision to achieve a trade agreement with China and a possible summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. This decision, which could still be reversed, marked a sharp change in Washington's policy toward the self-governing island.
New iPhone 17 Pro, Pro Max, and iPhone Air models went on sale on September 19, along with Apple Watch SE, Watch Series 11, Watch Ultra 3, and AirPods Pro 3. Demand for Pro models is high, while the iPhone Air may not become a sales leader due to its shortcomings.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended unmanned drone tests and approved a plan to further enhance their capabilities using artificial intelligence. He also inspected the construction of a large greenhouse farm on the border with China.