The SBI in Odesa region exposed a border guard who organized the illegal transfer of conscripts to unrecognized Transnistria. He transported men for money, providing instructions on the route. The law enforcement officer has been detained and notified of suspicion; the investigation is ongoing.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu called on citizens to support the European course, emphasizing that pro-Russian forces could turn the country into a springboard for Russian troops in Odesa region. She noted that Moscow spends millions on bribing voters and has accomplices in Moldova.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi discussed with his Romanian counterpart Gheorghiță Vlad the current situation at the front and the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. They also talked about joint counteraction to threats related to Russian air attack means crossing the Ukrainian-Romanian border.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine condemned the illegal visit of the ambassadors of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to occupied Crimea on September 18-20. These actions are regarded as a blatant violation of international law and Ukrainian legislation.
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna stated that the intrusion of Russian military aircraft into Estonian airspace brings the Baltic states closer to armed conflict. This is the fourth violation of Estonian airspace by Russia this year.
US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz addressed the Security Council for the first time, assuring that the United States and its allies would defend every inch of NATO territory. This happened at an emergency meeting due to Russia's violation of Estonian airspace by three MiG-31 fighter jets.
In August 2025, Ukraine imported 14. 5 thousand tons of energy equipment worth over UAH 6.55 billion, taking advantage of benefits totaling UAH 1.41 billion. Imported equipment included turbines, electric generators, and batteries.
The US has reached an agreement with Chinese company ByteDance to lease the TikTok algorithm for the American market, which will allow the platform to continue operating without a full sale. ByteDance will create a duplicate of the algorithm, which will be transferred to a new enterprise under the control of American investors.
The Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine stated that the conduct of the Russian armed forces can be classified as a crime against humanity in the form of forced displacement of the population. The Commission also found that drone attacks in the Kherson, Dnipropetrovsk, and Mykolaiv regions are widespread and systematic, which qualifies as crimes against humanity in the form of murder.
Over 58 tons of tomato paste from Ukraine were detained at the Polish border. The inspection in Poznań prohibited the import due to the detection of mold hyphae in 36% of the batch.
The EU has started discussing the creation of a "drone wall" that would protect against further Russian attacks.
In Lviv region, border guards uncovered large-scale smuggling of equipment worth 8 million hryvnias, mostly iPhone 17s. The largest batch was discovered at the Shehyni checkpoint, where 148 iPhones of various models were attempted to be transported.
Ukrainian prosecutors have exposed 46 individuals in mobilization-related crimes over the past two weeks. The total amount of bribes reached almost 8 million hryvnias.
Over the past day, 156 combat engagements took place, almost a third of which occurred in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy carried out 94 airstrikes, 5469 shellings, and used 6470 kamikaze drones.
Every year, thousands of Hasidim arrive in Uman to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, which in 2025 falls on September 22-24. To ensure order and security in the city, enhanced security measures are in place, including round-the-clock duty of rescuers and joint patrols of Ukrainian and Israeli forces.
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.
Ukrainian flags are appearing in the village of Oleksiivka, Sumy region, as Russian troops retreat. The remaining Russian soldiers are dug in without water or food.
Ukrainian military successfully stopped six Russian offensive actions in the areas of Stepova Novoselivka, Nova Kruhliakivka, and Kupyansk. Since the beginning of the day, 82 combat engagements have taken place at the front.
Andriy Demchenko, spokesman for the State Border Guard Service, reported that no movement of Russian equipment or personnel is being recorded on the border with Belarus. Belarus continues to keep a small number of its units near the Ukrainian border.
In the Sumy direction, the activity of Russian infantry groups has significantly decreased. The enemy uses small assault groups only on a small section of the border, without using equipment.
Spokesman for the 'Dnipro' Joint Forces Operation Group Viktor Tregubov reported that Russian attacks on Dnipropetrovsk region are frequent, mostly across the border of Donetsk region. The occupiers are trying to infiltrate through open terrain, using weather conditions.
Over the past day, 151 combat engagements were recorded, the occupiers used 37 missiles and 71 air strikes, dropping 120 guided bombs. The enemy carried out 4785 shellings, involving 6322 kamikaze drones.
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.
The Russian dictator believes that military escalation will force Ukraine to negotiate on his terms, and Trump will not interfere. Russia intensified attacks on military and civilian targets after the leaders' meeting in Anchorage.
Border guards of the Chop detachment and customs officers discovered 29 "Apple 17 Pro Max" mobile phones in two cars heading to Ukraine through the Uzhhorod checkpoint. The drivers and passengers, residents of Zakarpattia, claimed they were transporting the gadgets for personal use.
As of the morning of September 20, over 23,000 pilgrims, including 3,500 children, have arrived in Uman to celebrate the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah. The interdepartmental headquarters operates around the clock, and the inspected shelters can accommodate only 13,500 people.
Poland scrambled fighter jets and activated ground-based air defense systems in response to Russia's night attack on Ukraine. These actions were preventive in nature, aimed at ensuring air space security.
Over the past day, 165 combat engagements were recorded. The invaders launched two missile strikes and 78 air strikes, dropping 154 guided aerial bombs.
Russian troops in Kozacha Lopan are using "decoy firewood" - logs with mines inside, posing a deadly threat to local residents. The occupiers are also mining the territory with MLRS and "Petal" mines, making transport and evacuation impossible.
Three Russian MiG-31 fighters entered Estonian airspace, to which NATO forces reacted. The Estonian government decided to appeal to NATO for consultations under Article 4 of the North Atlantic Treaty.
