Estonia has begun construction of a 40-kilometer anti-tank ditch on its southeastern border with Russia, as part of the Baltic Defense Zone. By the end of 2027, approximately 600 bunkers are also planned to be built to delay enemy forces.
The exercises also involve Russia's Oreshnik hypersonic missile, which was tested last year.
Aliaksandr Lukashenka claims that Belarus has nothing to do with drones violating the airspace of Poland and Lithuania.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine condemned Lukashenka's meeting with a representative of the Russian occupation administration of Kherson Oblast, calling it a blatant disregard for Ukraine's sovereignty. The Ministry emphasized the illegality of such actions and threatened to strengthen sanctions against the Belarusian regime.
The Security Service of Ukraine will conduct large-scale inspections in Lviv from September 16 to 18, involving other law enforcement agencies. The purpose of the measures is to prevent sabotage and increase the safety of citizens in the context of Russian aggression.
Since the beginning of September, over 3,500 drones and almost 190 missiles have been launched at Ukraine. Zelenskyy called for joint protection of the European sky.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski, during talks in Warsaw with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, stated the need to adhere to the UN Charter and respect Ukraine's sovereignty. He also drew attention to Russia's destabilizing actions and the invasion of Russian drones into Polish airspace.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski stated that the massive flight of Russian drones over Polish territory is not accidental. He noted that this incident should be a signal for the EU and NATO regarding the creation of a no-fly zone over Ukraine.
Great Britain is sending Typhoon fighters to Poland in response to the violation of its airspace by Russian drones. This step is part of a NATO mission to strengthen the defense of the eastern flank.
Great Britain summoned the Russian ambassador over the invasion of Russian drones into the airspace of Poland and Romania. London condemned Russia's actions, stating that any further violations of NATO airspace would be met with force.
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.
Law enforcement officers uncovered over a dozen violations at the State Enterprise "Forests of Ukraine" within a week, resulting in state losses of at least UAH 32. 8 million. 11 individuals have been notified of suspicion, and the case against 3 individuals has been sent to court.
A group of Western military experts and civil society representatives called for NATO aviation to be sent to Ukraine. This happened after Russian drones and a missile violated Polish airspace, which is seen as a deliberate test of European defense.
Romanian F-16 fighters did not shoot down a Russian drone that entered the country's airspace on September 13 because the drone "returned to Ukraine. " Romanian Defense Minister Ionuț Moșteanu stated that the drone was flying very low and headed back to Ukraine.
On September 14, 173 combat engagements took place at the front, Russians launched one missile and 52 air strikes. In the Pokrovsk direction, 39 attacks took place, 38 of which were repelled, the occupiers' losses amounted to 128 people.
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.
The President thanked the soldiers for the significant losses inflicted on Russia at the front and in the rear. He emphasized the effectiveness of strikes on Russian oil facilities, which limits the financing of the war.
This enterprise is the second largest producer of organic synthesis chemical products in Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that a Russian drone penetrated 10 kilometers into the territory of Romania, a NATO country, and remained there for about 50 minutes. Romania scrambled combat aircraft, and Poland activated a military response to the threat of Russian drones.
Two Romanian Air Force F-16 fighter jets detected and tracked a drone in the country's airspace near the border with Ukraine. The drone disappeared from radars 20 km southwest of Chilia Veche, posing no threat to the population.
Poland's Government Security Centre has issued an air raid warning for six districts of the Lublin Voivodeship. This happened after Polish and allied fighter jets were scrambled due to the threat of Russian drones over Ukraine.
Poland has put its ground-based air defense systems on the highest level of alert due to the threat of Russian drones operating over Ukraine. This happened after Russian drones entered Polish airspace during a massive attack on Ukraine.
Poland scrambled fighter jets and closed Lublin airport due to the threat of Russian drones in Ukraine.
Russian troops attacked Sumy region with drones and KABs, killing three people and wounding five. Shelling was recorded in 42 settlements of 16 communities.
Over the past day, 183 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy launched 3 missile and 81 air strikes, used six missiles and dropped 140 guided bombs. The enemy carried out 5206 shellings, involving 6070 kamikaze drones.
NATO launches Operation "Eastern Sentinel" to protect the Alliance's eastern borders. NATO will take into account Ukraine's experience in shooting down aerial targets.
Ukrainian forces completely thwarted the Russian offensive operation on Sumy. The Russian grouping in the Sumy direction lost its offensive capabilities.
Ukraine and Poland have agreed on joint development in the defense sector, including the possible placement of production facilities in Poland. Polish military personnel are also expected to arrive in Ukraine, and there will be an exchange of experience in combating drones.
Russian occupiers are deliberately destroying cell towers, especially in border areas. This simplifies the task of striking regions and limits data transmission.
Ukraine had previously informed Poland about Russian drones heading towards its airspace on September 11. The Ukrainian side is also ready to share its experience in combating drones, awaiting the arrival of Polish military personnel for cooperation.
