The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine welcomed the agreements between Israel and Hamas on the release of hostages and a ceasefire, initiated by US President Donald Trump. Ukraine also hopes that the international community's efforts will be sufficient to force Russia to end the war.
Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas signed the first stage of the peace plan on the night of October 9. The release of all Israeli hostages from Hamas captivity will take place in the near future, after which Israel will withdraw its troops to the agreed border.
A peace agreement between Israel and Hamas could be agreed upon on October 9, Washington time, it became known during a round table at the White House. US President Donald Trump announced that the agreement on the release of hostages and a ceasefire is in its final stages.
A new round of negotiations on ending the war in Gaza has begun in Egypt with the participation of American, Qatari, and Turkish representatives. The parties are discussing Trump's 20-point plan, but have disagreements on key provisions.
Israel and Hamas made "progress" during the first two days of talks in Egypt. The goal of the negotiations is to agree on "remaining details" and create an implementation mechanism that suits all parties.
Qatar reports significant difficulties in implementing Trump's Gaza ceasefire plan, despite the agreement of all parties. Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed al-Ansari noted that many aspects of the plan need clarification, and negotiations have resumed in Sharm el-Sheikh.
Israeli tanks, boats, and planes struck Gaza on the anniversary of the Hamas attack, complicating US President Donald Trump's peace efforts. This occurred amid indirect talks between Hamas and Israel in Egypt regarding troop withdrawal and disarmament.
The first day of indirect talks between Israel and Hamas in Egypt concluded amid hopes for an agreement on US President Donald Trump's 20-point plan. Participants will return for further discussions, the meeting in Sharm el-Sheikh was "positive."
Israeli and Hamas officials have begun talks in Sharm el-Sheikh on a US-drafted peace plan to end the war in the Gaza Strip. The talks are focused on a ceasefire, the withdrawal of Israeli troops, and a hostage exchange.
Johann Wadephul, Germany's Foreign Minister, stated that he sees progress in peace negotiations in Gaza and spoke about Germany's participation in the peacekeeping process in the Middle East.
Donald Trump announced successful negotiations with Hamas regarding a settlement in the Gaza Strip. The first phase is expected to conclude next week, and technical teams will reconvene in Egypt on Monday.
Hamas has agreed to hand over its weapons to a "Palestinian-Egyptian body under international supervision. " Talks on Trump's peace plan are scheduled for Monday in Egypt.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that North Korea, BRICS, and other “neutral countries” made efforts for a peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine. He noted that the actions of these countries differ from the behavior of Europe and the United States under the administration of former President Joe Biden.
Russian wheat exports decreased by 29% in July-September 2025, reaching 10. 9 million tons. This will weaken Russia's position in the global market and reduce foreign exchange earnings.
Hamas negotiators stated that they would conscientiously consider the "peace plan" proposed by US President Donald Trump and provide a response. The plan envisages an immediate ceasefire, an exchange of hostages for prisoners, and the disarmament of Hamas.
Donald Trump has proposed a 20-point peace plan to end the war in the Gaza Strip, which has been approved by Israel, the Palestinian Authority, and a number of Arab countries. Hamas is studying the proposal, while Palestinian Islamic Jihad called it a "recipe for an explosion in the region."
Donald Trump unveiled a 20-point peace plan to end the conflict in Gaza, which includes the release of hostages, the reconstruction of Gaza, and its demilitarization. The plan also includes the creation of an interim government and economic development of the region under international supervision.
A groom in Egypt died of cardiac arrest during a traditional Saidi dance at his own wedding. Attempts to resuscitate him were unsuccessful, causing a stir on social media.
Israeli armored units have deepened their incursion into areas of Gaza, placing hundreds of thousands of civilians in a critically dangerous situation. Dozens of wounded remain without assistance due to blocked humanitarian corridors.
The Ukrainian national football team defeated the Republic of Korea with a score of 2:1 at the Youth World Cup. Ukraine will play its next match against Panama on September 30 at 23:00.
On September 27, the 24th FIFA U-20 World Cup kicks off in Chile, where Ukraine will play its first match against South Korea. The tournament will last until October 19, 2025.
Microsoft and Asus have officially opened pre-orders for the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, which will go on sale on October 16. Prices for the consoles range from $499 to $1599 depending on the model and region.
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.
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.
A team of archaeologists led by Kathleen Martinez and Bob Ballard found an ancient port near the Temple of Taposiris Magna. The discovery confirms that Taposiris Magna was a trading center and may help unravel the burial place of Cleopatra.
September 13 marks Hairdresser's Day, Ukrainian Cinema Day, and the birthday of penicillin. Also on this day, Physical Culture and Sports Day, World First Aid Day, and the Eve of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross are celebrated.
On September 11, 2001, 19 Al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four planes, directing them at the Twin Towers, the Pentagon, and a field in Pennsylvania. 2,977 people died, which led to a radical rethinking of airport security systems worldwide.
US President Donald Trump warned Hamas of consequences if it refuses to accept his terms for the release of hostages and an end to the war. Israel has already agreed to these terms, and Trump emphasized that this is his last warning.
The US, Qatar, and Egypt plan to present a comprehensive agreement on a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the release of hostages, and the formation of a new administration. Israel is ready to abandon its offensive on Gaza in exchange for a real agreement.
Users of Microsoft Azure cloud services are experiencing delays due to damage to several underwater fiber optic cables in the Red Sea. Traffic has been rerouted via alternative routes, but restoration will take time.
