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.
President Zelenskyy at the UN General Assembly announced a resolution condemning Russia's abduction of children. A pilot mechanism for tracing deported children has been launched with the support of a number of countries, including Austria, Latvia, and Estonia.
Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson called on Europe to change its approach to security and prepare for potential military threats due to the strengthening of Russian military power. He emphasized the need for coordination among all NATO member states.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that there was no need to shoot down MiG aircraft that flew into Estonia, as they posed no immediate threat. Three Russian MiG-31 fighters violated Estonian airspace, remaining there for 12 minutes.
Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson stated that the country will use force against Russian fighter jets that violate its airspace. This includes the right to use weapons with or without warning in accordance with the IKFN resolution.
The head of British foreign intelligence MI6, Sir Richard Moore, stated that Putin does not seek peace and overestimated his strength. He noted that the invasion did not break Ukraine, but accelerated Russia's decline.
Large-scale armored and air force exercises "Iron Gate" are taking place at the military training ground in Orzysz, Poland. NATO servicemen and equipment, including Abrams tanks and F-35 fighters, are participating in them.
This summer, climate change caused 16,500 deaths in European cities, more than three times the projected statistics. The study covered 854 urban areas where temperatures were 3.6°C higher.
The Russian fishing vessel "Mekhanik Stepanov" with a faulty engine and power outage was drifting in the Øresund Strait. Sweden, Denmark, and Great Britain deployed coast guards and NATO ships to ensure safety.
This decision is linked to Fico's rapprochement with Putin and Xi Jinping, as well as accusations of violating the rule of law.
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.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson announced a 2. 4 billion euro increase in defense spending, the largest increase since the Cold War. The additional funds will be used to purchase equipment and facilities, including air defense systems and combat vehicles.
Armand Duplantis set a new world record in pole vault, clearing 6. 3 meters. This is already the 14th record in the career of the Swedish athlete.
Analysis of data from 168,870 patients disproved previous assumptions about the impact of changing clocks on the incidence of acute myocardial infarctions and treatment outcomes.
On September 12, the Swiss Federal Council approved Ukraine's accession to the CV90 club, which unites countries operating the CV90 infantry fighting vehicle. Kyiv joined the group with observer status in March 2024.
BAE Systems and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa have entered into a strategic partnership to establish a new 155mm artillery ammunition production plant in Poland. This aims to address the shortage of shells in Ukraine and among Poland's NATO partners.
At the DSEI exhibition, the Minister of Defense of Ukraine met with representatives of Saab. The parties agreed on cooperation regarding the supply of radars and strengthening situational awareness in the airspace.
The Netherlands, the Czech Republic, and Sweden will provide military support to Poland to strengthen its air defense. This is a response to the invasion of Russian drones.
The Swedish Air Force identified a Russian Su-30 fighter jet in international airspace over the Baltic Sea. A JAS 39 Gripen aircraft escorted a Russian Il-20 reconnaissance aircraft.
European media called the use of expensive F-35 missiles to shoot down cheap Russian drones a "catastrophe. " The cost of one AIM-9 Sidewinder missile is over 400,000 euros, while a "Shahed" costs only a few thousand.
Sweden announced its 20th support package for Ukraine, totaling $836 million. It includes 18 Archer systems, long-term military aid, and civilian funding.
Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson stated that Europe has little time to prepare for a new war with Russia. He noted that Russia could launch a limited invasion of the North-Baltic region within two to five years.
Poland receives military aid from allies after overnight Russian drone attacks. Sweden urgently dispatches air defense systems and aircraft, while the Netherlands supplies multi-layered defense systems and military personnel.
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz held talks with defense ministers of allied countries, including Ukraine. They assured support for Poland's decisive actions after the Russian drone attack.
Pharmacy private labels (PPL) in Ukraine, which are analogues of well-known medicines, are actively developing. They allow reducing the cost of drugs and increasing their accessibility for consumers.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal stated that partners will continue to help Ukraine, making it more extensive and systematic. The EU is allocating 6.6 billion euros for weapons. Germany plans to provide Ukraine with Patriot.
Swedish Minister of Health Elisabeth Lann fainted during her first press conference. She attributed her condition to low blood sugar.
Jonas Gahr Støre's Labour Party won the parliamentary elections in Norway, securing 89 seats. Prime Minister Støre is likely to remain in office despite criticism.
The company "Ukrspecsystems" will build a drone factory in Great Britain with investments of 200 million pounds, with production scheduled to start in early 2026. The project will create up to 500 jobs and provide access to modern technologies for the British Armed Forces.
In Sweden, the Russian embassy reported a repeated drone attack. It allegedly dropped a package with paint on the territory of the diplomatic mission. A similar incident already occurred on May 25, when the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the occupying country promised a "note of protest."
