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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is building a new security architecture together with Great Britain, France, and over 30 countries. This is happening after the Budapest Memorandum, which was supposed to guarantee security, "failed" and turned into "empty words."
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in New York to participate in the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. According to Russian media, he will also meet with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in the United States.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he is ready to meet with the head of the Kremlin, Putin, anywhere except Moscow. Negotiations were proposed in Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Europe, Austria, Switzerland, and Kazakhstan.
Despite some European countries recognizing the Palestinian state, Israel assures that it will not cease hostilities in Gaza until Hamas releases the hostages.
Oil prices are falling for the fifth consecutive day due to an agreement between Iraq and Kurdistan to resume operation of the oil pipeline. Investors are concerned about a possible oversupply in the global market.
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.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif signed a mutual defense agreement. The document stipulates that aggression against one country will be considered aggression against both.
The UN General Assembly overwhelmingly adopted a resolution supporting the decision to create a Palestinian state, calling on Israel to recognize its right to statehood. 142 countries voted "for", 10 "against", 12 abstained, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly opposed it.
OPEC maintained its oil demand forecasts for 2025-2026, indicating global economic growth. This decision supports the cartel's optimism regarding stable energy prices.
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.
President Zelenskyy stated Ukraine's readiness for negotiations with Russia without a ceasefire or security guarantees. He noted that Putin is deliberately delaying peace initiatives, refusing meetings.
On August 8, oil prices rose by more than 1% due to the threat of new sanctions against Russian exports. OPEC+ is increasing production slower than expected, supporting price growth.
Underwater cables in the Red Sea have been cut, causing internet disruptions in India, Pakistan, and the Middle East. Repairs could take weeks, and the incident occurred amid attacks by Yemen's Houthis.
US President Donald Trump plans to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the APEC summit in South Korea on October 31 – November 1. Issues of trade, defense, and economic cooperation are being discussed.
The United States is considering leading the monitoring of a buffer zone in Ukraine as part of a peace agreement with Russia. This demilitarized territory would be controlled using drones and satellites, without the involvement of American military personnel.
The net profit of Russian Rosneft in the first half of 2025 fell by 68% to 245 billion rubles. This happened due to oil overproduction by OPEC countries and falling prices.
President Zelenskyy announced that Turkey, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Switzerland are ready to be a platform for negotiations on ending the war. He thanked these countries for their readiness.
Oil prices fell on Friday due to expectations of lower demand in the US. However, weekly gains persist amid uncertainty regarding Russian supplies.
Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak and Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov will hold talks with Donald Trump's team on August 29. Military, political, and economic components of security guarantees for Ukraine will be discussed.
ExxonMobil is holding closed-door negotiations with Rosneft regarding the resumption of development of Sakhalin-1, subject to permission from the US and Russian governments. Negotiations intensified after Trump's inauguration, and the company received support from the US government.
Serhiy Rebrov has announced the squad of the Ukrainian national team for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, including Taras Mykhavko and Oleh Ocheredko as potential debutants. Ukraine will play against France and Azerbaijan in September.
After defeating Tyson Fury, Oleksandr Usyk entered the top ten richest boxers of all time. His fortune is estimated at 165 million dollars.
Israel carried out massive airstrikes on strategic targets in Yemen's capital Sanaa in response to the launch of a new missile by the Houthis. The strikes killed at least four people and wounded 67 others.
China accused the US of "threatening world peace" ahead of the SCO summit, to which Washington was not invited. Putin, Modi, and Erdogan are expected at the meeting.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in a conversation with Emmanuel Macron, stated Ankara's readiness to join initiatives for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. The leaders also discussed the escalation in the Middle East, particularly the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Ukraine will participate in the FIFAe World Cup 25 eFootball World Championship in two disciplines for the first time. The national mobile Efootball team will debut on the world stage.
The President of Ukraine and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia held a conversation. Peaceful settlement and implementation of joint projects were discussed.
Forward Darwin Nunez moved from "Liverpool" to Saudi "Al-Hilal" for 53 million euros plus bonuses. Last season, he scored 7 goals and provided 5 assists in 47 matches.
The US is doubling tariffs on Indian goods as punishment for purchases of Russian oil. This creates a dilemma for India, which has long-standing relations with Moscow.
Brazil's Supreme Court placed ex-president Jair Bolsonaro under house arrest. He faces trial on charges of preparing a coup after losing the 2022 elections.