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Next week, a meeting of G7 sanctions coordinators will take place to discuss limiting the supply of foreign components to Russia. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that Russian missiles and drones contain critical Western-made components.
The G7+ group held an urgent meeting due to Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Over 100 representatives from countries and international organizations discussed the consequences of the strikes and the immediate needs for recovery.
Sanae Takaichi has been elected leader of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, making her potentially the country's first female prime minister. The 64-year-old politician is known for her nationalist views and support for "Abenomics."
G7 countries are close to agreeing on new sanctions aimed at sharply limiting Russia's oil revenues and strengthening Ukraine's financial stability. Options include sanctions against the shadow tanker fleet and restrictions in the financial sector.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting on strengthening sanctions policy, instructing to extend the validity of expiring sanctions and accelerate synchronization with partners. In September, Ukraine imposed sanctions against 166 individuals and 127 legal entities, and also synchronized British sanctions.
Parliamentary elections have begun in Moldova, which will determine the composition of the legislative body for the next four years. Voting will take place from 7:00 to 21:00 at 2274 polling stations, of which 1973 are open on the territory of the Republic of Moldova.
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.
Three Ukrainian citizens have been detained in Japan for illegally entering an empty house in Okuma, a town with restricted access following the Fukushima-1 nuclear power plant accident. They were live-streaming their actions on a video hosting service.
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.
Asian stock markets are ending the week in the red after the US imposed 100% tariffs on drug imports and a decline in technology company quotes. This caused a fall in shares of pharmaceutical giants and microchip manufacturers, while the Japanese market showed growth.
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.
Playground Games has announced Forza Horizon 6, which will be set in Japan. The game will be released on Xbox and PC in 2026, with a PS5 version to follow.
Studies show that regular contact with cats, such as petting, increases oxytocin levels in both humans and animals. This "love hormone" reduces stress and forms a special bond between owner and pet.
IAEA head Rafael Grossi has officially announced his candidacy for the position of UN Secretary-General. He is actively using his influence to gain Washington's favor.
Ukraine, the EU, and 36 countries jointly called on Russia to stop the killings and start negotiations with Ukraine. The statement was made at the UN on September 23, 2025.
An international study found that only 13% of Ukrainian teachers feel real state support. This is happening against the backdrop of heavy workload and low salaries, which leads to emotional burnout of almost a third of teachers.
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.
In August, the number of international students arriving in the US decreased by 19% compared to last year, reaching its lowest level since 2021. This is the fifth consecutive month of decline, which could lead to a loss of $7 billion for American universities.
Toyota has released a software update for the 2023 GR Corolla, increasing torque by 32 N·m and changing the power distribution in the all-wheel-drive system. This allows 2023 owners to get the improved performance available in 2025 models.
Ukrainian athlete Yaroslava Mahuchikh won a bronze medal at the 2025 World High Jump Championships in Tokyo. She cleared 1.97m, and the competition was suspended twice due to heavy rain.
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.
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.
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.
Nissan is facing a reduction in the production of the third-generation Leaf due to difficulties with battery supply from AESC. This jeopardizes the company's return to stability and its competitiveness in the electric vehicle market.
The documentary was created in collaboration with the Osbourne family and features interviews with Ozzy himself, his wife, and children.
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.
US Senator Lindsey Graham said that Hungary and Slovakia, which continue to buy Russian oil, will face consequences. He expressed hope that these countries would join the US in stopping the bloodshed.
Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato rejected a US call to increase pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin by imposing higher tariffs on Russian oil imports for China and India. Japan cites WTO obligations that do not allow tariffs to be applied beyond established limits.
China has entered the top 10 of the UN's annual innovation ranking for the first time, taking 10th place. This was due to significant investments in research and development, while Germany dropped to 11th place.
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine showed the "filling" of the Russian drone and spoke about the foreign components used in it.