Poland's new president, Karol Nawrocki, called on NATO to step up efforts to be ready for war and expressed confidence that the Russian drone attack on Poland on September 10 was directed from Moscow. He supported Donald Trump's call for NATO countries to stop importing Russian oil.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced an active week of diplomacy at the UN General Assembly. He emphasized the importance of coordinated work with European leaders to pressure Russia.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council, commented on the US-China agreement on TikTok, emphasizing that it indicates the beginning of a new bipolar world without Russia. He noted that Russia has lost its subjectivity due to the war against Ukraine and is now merely a raw material appendage.
A delegation with American partners visited Kirovohrad region, inspecting the Byrzulivka Mining and Processing Plant and the Likarivka deposit. These facilities are being considered as initial projects for the Investment Fund for the Reconstruction of Ukraine, where titanium ores are extracted and zirconium ores are planned to be extracted.
US President Donald Trump will hold a conversation with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Friday. This was preceded by a successful trade meeting in Europe, where an agreement was also reached regarding a company that "the youth wanted to save."
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.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that over 100 tank battalions are operating in Ukrainian combat brigades. He emphasized that tank troops are one of the strongest elements of the Ukrainian Defense Forces.
German arms concern Rheinmetall has signed an agreement to acquire the military division of the Lürssen Group shipbuilding group – NVL. The deal, the value of which has not been disclosed, is expected to be completed early next year after antitrust approval.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak stated that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin can only be stopped by force, not by compromises. Ukraine has already become Europe's shield, and proposals to simply hand over frozen Russian assets for a ceasefire are unacceptable.
SBGS spokesman Andriy Demchenko stated that Russia does not have sufficient capabilities for a repeated invasion from Belarus. However, provocations are possible, so it is necessary to be ready to "react in time" to such enemy actions.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the incursion of Russian drones into Polish airspace unacceptable. He noted that it is still unclear whether the drones were intentionally aimed at Poland.
Ukraine's campaign of attacks on Russian oil refineries does not have Western support. Kyiv's allies have long avoided actions that could disrupt oil supplies.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha met with French Minister-Delegate Benjamin Haddad. The parties discussed security challenges, Russia's escalatory actions, and Ukraine's accession to the EU as a guarantee of peace.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls on Western partners to strengthen sanctions against Russia to force it to peace. He, in particular, emphasized the need to impose strong sanctions against terminals that ship and receive oil from Russia.
US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg said that if he were Putin, he would stop reminding Europeans about nuclear weapons, as Europe is getting stronger. He also noted that the drone attack on Poland is not accidental and Ukraine will not lose the war.
Donald Trump admitted to confidants that he underestimated Vladimir Putin's desire for peace. He doubts his ability to influence the Russian dictator, despite promises to end the war in Ukraine.
Ukraine's Permanent Representative to the UN, Andriy Melnyk, stated that if Russia's escalation against Western countries goes without a decisive response, Moscow will not stop at Poland. He emphasized that the launch of drones into Ukraine and Poland is a "spit in the face" of the UN Security Council.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Alliance's Joint Forces in Europe, Alexus Grinkevich, stated that NATO fighter pilots should not consider the cost of missiles when shooting down drones over Poland. He considers the operation of using expensive missiles to destroy cheap drones successful, emphasizing the protection of civilians.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated the need for joint work on creating an effective air shield for Europe. The Ukrainian air defense system will become an integral part of it, strengthening the security of all partners.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Putin's goal is the complete occupation of Ukraine. He emphasized that the war will not stop until the Kremlin faces a depletion of resources, so the West must increase pressure.
Ryanair plans to cancel another million seats on summer flights to Spain due to a conflict with operator Aena over increased fees. This will add to the 2 million seats already canceled in the winter schedule.
Orthodox Christians celebrate the Exaltation of the Venerable and Life-Giving Cross of the Lord on September 14. On this day, one should not engage in heavy physical labor, quarrel, or wish evil.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal announced that the Polish delegation was provided with the latest data regarding the deliberate 'Shahed' drone attack. The parties discussed strengthening defense cooperation and the possibilities of joint production of drones and long-range weapons.
Representatives of the Government and the Office of the President of Ukraine met delegations from Great Britain, France, Germany, and Italy in Kyiv. The symbolic significance of the visits is emphasized – it is important for strengthening the security of Europe and the world.
Ukrainian airline XENA, specializing in firefighting, plans to double its fleet to participate in European tenders. The company already has two An-32P aircraft and is actively extinguishing fires in Montenegro and Turkey.
IAEA teams recorded explosions and drone flights near Khmelnytskyi and Rivne NPPs. This creates a serious danger, as any hostilities near nuclear facilities violate key safety principles.
Lithuania's Foreign Minister stated that the incursion of Russian drones into NATO airspace could lead to escalation. This happened after Poland shot down Russian drones that crossed its border.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the invasion of Polish airspace by Russian drones was a deliberate provocation by the Kremlin. He emphasized the need for a significant improvement in NATO's air defense.
Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson stated that Europe has little time to prepare for a new war with Russia. He noted that Russia could launch a limited invasion of the North-Baltic region within two to five years.
A new analysis has shown that CO₂ emissions from plug-in hybrid cars are almost five times higher than official figures. This corresponds to the emission level of a mid-range gasoline car.
