Explosions are heard in occupied Crimea. The occupiers report an ongoing drone attack and a threat to the Balaklava TPP.
Russian propaganda "media" spread a statement that the Gauleiter of Kherson region, Volodymyr Saldo, did not die during the attack by the Armed Forces of Ukraine on the Foros sanatorium in Crimea. Saldo's press secretary, Oleh Vasylenko, claims that his boss is "on a working trip to Moscow."
The US is trying to prevent Russian airlines from obtaining sanctioned spare parts.
The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported shooting down 132 out of 141 enemy UAVs of the Shahed, Gerbera, and other types overnight. Nine attack UAVs were recorded hitting 7 locations, and downed debris fell in 8 locations.
On September 21, 2025, the special unit of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine "Ghosts" destroyed two Russian Be-12 "Chaika" anti-submarine amphibious aircraft in occupied Crimea. This is the first time a Be-12 has been hit in history, and a Mi-8 helicopter was also hit.
The partisan movement "ATESH" constantly monitors the key bays of the Russian Black Sea Fleet in Sevastopol. Agents control the movement of ships and equipment, including the submarine "Rostov-on-Don", the rescue vessel "Epron" and the large landing ship "Konstantin Olshansky".
Russian authorities reported repelling a massive drone attack in the Rostov region on September 22. As a result of falling debris, dry grass caught fire over an area of about 100 square meters.
The Prosecutor's Office of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea has sent an indictment to court against Oleksandr Dyachenko, who headed the "Varyag" club and prepared teenagers for service in the Russian army. He faces up to 12 years in prison for violating the laws of war.
The Kanevska traction substation in Staroderevyankovskaya village, Krasnodar Krai, came under UAV attack. At least five hits were recorded. The facility is an important element of the energy infrastructure, ensuring the operation of railway lines and local consumers.
In occupied Crimea, three people were killed and 16 were injured as a result of a drone attack in the area of the village of Foros. The school building was damaged, and the assembly hall and library were destroyed.
In occupied Crimea, drones attacked the "Foros" sanatorium and a school, causing damage. According to preliminary data, about 15 people were injured, and there are fatalities.
On September 22, Ukraine is expected to have slight cloudiness with no precipitation. The air temperature at night will range from +10°C to +17°C, during the day from +24°C to +29°C.
The special unit of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine "Ghosts" destroyed an expensive Russian radar, as well as three helicopters on the peninsula.
Ukraine has imposed sanctions against officials of the occupation authorities of Crimea, propagandists, and pro-Russian figures from Moldova. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed three decrees enacting the decisions of the National Security and Defense Council.
Three Ukrainian teenagers – two girls and a boy – have been rescued from temporarily occupied territories. They are receiving protection, having their documents restored, and undergoing psychological support as part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative.
The Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs sent a note of protest to the Russian side regarding the diplomatic mission's publications about opportunities to study in the illegally occupied territories of Ukraine. Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna explained that such actions by the embassy contradict Estonian legislation.
During the night, Russia attacked Ukraine with a ballistic missile, an S-300 missile, and 172 drones. Air defense forces neutralized 136 drones, and missile strikes and 36 UAVs were recorded at 13 locations.
As of September 1, 2025, 328 Ukrainian companies out of 2,242 sanctioned legal entities generated UAH 240 billion in revenue. Most of these companies are registered in Kyiv, Crimea, Donetsk, and Luhansk regions.
A 22-year-old resident of Sevastopol was detained by FSB officers due to his activity on social networks and Telegram. He is accused of "extremism" for subscribing to pro-Ukrainian channels and commenting in support of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The majority of Ukrainians (76%) believe that Ukraine can win the war if there is sufficient weapons, financial, and sanctions support from the West. Only 15% do not believe in victory even under such conditions, according to a survey by the Razumkov Centre.
The Crimean Prosecutor's Office, together with the SBU, police, and SBI, reported suspicions against more than 50 citizens who voluntarily sided with the occupiers during the annexation of the Crimean Peninsula. Among the suspects are former Ukrainian judges, law enforcement officers, and top officials of the occupation administrations.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that the "elections" held by the Russian Federation in the temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine are illegal, and their results are considered null and void. Individuals involved in the organization will be held accountable in accordance with Ukrainian law.
The Ukrainian Navy reported striking a communication hub of the Russian Black Sea Fleet at the 184th Research and Experimental Base in Sevastopol. This hub provided control for Russian Black Sea Fleet units.
A powerful explosion occurred in Dnipro during an air raid alert. The Air Force warned of the threat of ballistic weapons being used from Crimea, presumably an Iskander-M missile.
The SBU detained a 22-year-old unemployed man from Sumy who spied for the FSB, transmitting data about the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Sumy and Dnipropetrovsk regions. He faces up to 12 years in prison.
Ukraine returned a 17-year-old boy forcibly taken to Russia. He did not receive proper treatment for a chronic illness.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy compared the Russian "Shahed" drone attack on Poland to the annexation of Crimea in 2014. He noted that Russia could have attacked Poland to disrupt the transfer of air defense systems to Ukraine and to test NATO's reaction.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syrskyi reported that Ukrainian drones hit over 60,000 targets in August, inflicting significant losses on the enemy. He also emphasized the importance of developing electronic warfare systems and training new units.
Charles Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA and supporter of Donald Trump, died on September 10 after an assassination attempt. He was known for his scandalous statements about Ukraine, calling for an end to aid and to "return Crimea to Russia."
The Ukrainian Air Force shot down 413 aerial targets, including 386 UAVs and 27 cruise missiles. Russia attacked Ukraine with 458 aerial assault means on the night of September 10.
