Ukraine
Zelenskyy briefed Rutte on the consequences of the ballistic attacks on Kyiv. The parties discussed Ukraine’s need for Patriot interceptors and winter support.
Ukraine is negotiating air defense missiles, including Patriot systems, at the highest level. U.S. licenses will open up production, but other solutions are needed before winter.
Sybiha and Araghchi met in New York and agreed to maintain channels of communication. They discussed the situation in the Middle East and Europe.
Due to Russia's air attack, trains are delayed, including services to Uzhhorod and Przemyśl. The longest delay exceeds 6 hours.
Despite damage from the Russian attack, Maternity Hospital No. 2 assisted with nine deliveries. One boy was born in a shelter.
Zelenskyy said that new Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy and heating infrastructure would make the winter painful for Russia as well. He called for de-escalation.
Russia attacked civilian targets in Odesa region, injuring two people. Because of the drones, Romania scrambled fighter jets, while Moldova closed part of its airspace.
At night, Russia launched 282 drones and missiles at Ukraine, including "Zircon" missiles and ballistic missiles. Air defense destroyed or suppressed 227 targets.
The NBU set the dollar exchange rate at UAH 44. 8571 and the euro at UAH 51.1864. The zloty costs UAH 11.6954.
Over the past day, Russia lost 1,540 military personnel, an aircraft, 2 MLRS units, and 4 air defense systems. The total losses of the Russian army have exceeded 1.52 million people.
Russian recruiters lure foreigners into the war through Western platforms, offering jobs and payments of up to $15,000. Meta and Google are blocking the campaigns, but Russia continues to create new accounts.
Rain is expected across Ukraine on September 24, with thunderstorms and strong winds in some areas. Significant precipitation is forecast in Kyiv and the region, with temperatures reaching 15°C during the day.
U. S. intelligence warned three countries about possible attacks by Russian drones from the sea. In the Kremlin's sights are Spain, France, and Italy.
Jean-Noël Barrot told the UN that Russia is using the cold and shortages of basic necessities against civilians. France called for a ceasefire.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with Ahmed al-Sharaa in New York. The sides discussed the development of political, economic, and security cooperation.
Over the past day, Russian forces carried out 59 airstrikes, used 190 guided aerial bombs and 4,185 kamikaze drones. The enemy launched more than 180 attacks on the positions of our troops and populated areas.
Zelenskyy thanked Erdoğan for supporting Ukraine. The parties discussed the maritime export corridor, free trade, and the Drone Deal.
Sybiha said at the UN that Russia planned to capture Kyiv in three days. He also asked Lavrov why Moscow is coming under attack after four years of war.
Zelenskyy announced the successful testing of four interceptor drones. Ukraine plans to ramp up their production.
The president said that Freyja should become an integrated part of the defense of Ukraine and Europe.
The United States is not preparing a 90-day ban on diesel fuel exports. The authorities are looking for ways to increase domestic stocks without reducing gasoline and jet fuel supplies.
Russian attacks are damaging Ukraine’s telecommunications infrastructure. Specialists are restoring the networks and stabilizing service operations.
Journalist and music critic Serhiy Sosedov, 59, has died in Russia. The preliminary cause of death is a fall down the stairs; in 2023, he was sanctioned by Ukraine.
Zelenskyy said that Ukraine handed over two captured North Korean soldiers to South Korea. He also spoke about Putin's promise to seize Donetsk region.
In Rivne, military recruitment office employees blocked traffic, smashed a car window, used gas, and beat a 40-year-old man. Three were detained.
About 2,000 people remain in occupied Oleshky without stable supplies of food and medicine. Sybiha called for pressure to be put on Russia.
Christian Eriksen left "Wolfsburg" early, for which he did not play after losing consciousness in the match against Ukraine. The Dane wants to be with his family.
Spain defeated Kazakhstan in the doubles match and will face the Czech Republic in the semifinals. Ukraine will face Belgium on September 24.
Two people were killed and more than 40 injured in the Russian attack. A college was damaged in Kyiv; data centers were also hit.
More than 50 UN member states, as well as the EU, called on Russia to agree to a ceasefire and peace talks with Ukraine. They also demand the return of civilians and prisoners of war.