Ukraine

Over the last day, 143 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 3 missile attacks, 72 air strikes and made 5,097 attacks. The Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled the attacks in various sectors.

On the night of September 24, Ukraine's air defense repelled a large-scale attack involving 85 air attack aircraft. 66 Shahed attack UAVs were shot down and other enemy missiles were detected.

On September 24, Ukraine is expected to have dry weather with temperatures of 22-27°C during the day. Only in the Crimea is it possible to have a light rain, and in the west at night and in the morning - fog.

Over the past 24 hours, the Russian army lost 1,400 soldiers, 16 tanks and 61 artillery systems in Ukraine. Total Russian losses since the beginning of the war have reached about 645,150 people and 8,800 tanks.

Donald Trump said that Volodymyr Zelenskyy wants the Democrats to win the upcoming US presidential election. Trump promised to achieve peace between Ukraine and Russia if he wins.

The Ukrainian president called on allies to strengthen the Ukrainian army, believing that the war is nearing its end. Zelenskyy also noted that Putin is afraid of the Ukrainian army's Kursk offensive.

In the temporarily occupied Genichesk, Russian police conducted a quiz for schoolchildren entitled “Russia is my homeland”. The occupiers use such events to identify “unreliable” families with pro-Ukrainian views.

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said that the situation around the Kursk NPP is serious, but the agency is not planning a permanent mission there. The situation at Zaporizhzhya NPP remains tense.

The presidents of Ukraine and Paraguay met in New York to discuss trade and economic cooperation. Zelenskyy thanked for the support and invited Paraguay to join the Peace Summit communiqué.

Four members of the criminal group were detained for drug trafficking and attempted bribery of police. Drugs, weapons and USD 10 thousand were seized. The monthly profit of the group reached UAH 1 million.

President Zelenskyy met with Indian Prime Minister Modi in the United States. The two discussed the implementation of the Peace Formula, preparations for the second Peace Summit, and enhanced cooperation in various areas.

The President of Ukraine met with a delegation from the US Congress on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. Zelenskyy spoke about the situation at the front and presented the Victory Plan, which does not depend on Putin's decisions.

The UN Commission found evidence of systematic torture of Ukrainians by the Russian authorities in the occupied territories and in Russia. Widespread schemes of torture, including sexual violence, in places of detention were revealed.

President Zelenskyy met with Japanese Prime Minister Kishida on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. They discussed Ukraine's energy recovery and a new energy aid package from Japan.

There were 125 combat engagements over the last day. The enemy concentrated its main efforts in the Pokrovsk sector, where it launched 30 attacks, losing over 220 troops, 4 tanks and other equipment.

Piotr Pawel believes that part of the Ukrainian territory may temporarily remain under Russian occupation. He predicts that the war could drag on for years, with its end “somewhere in the middle.

The President of Ukraine announced preparations for the second Peace Summit, which will include the release of prisoners and the restoration of territorial integrity. Zelenskyy called on world leaders to support joint efforts for a just peace.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has denied that singer Alina Grosu has received a diplomatic post in New York. The Foreign Ministry emphasized that Grosso does not work in the Ukrainian diplomatic service.

The President of Ukraine and Luis Almagro discussed preserving the unity of the international community for the sake of peace. Zelenskyy thanked the Organization of American States for its continued support for Ukraine.

The President of Ukraine met with the German Chancellor in New York. They discussed the security situation, military assistance, preparations for the Peace Summit, and rejected alternative peace initiatives.

The Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum will not invite representatives of Russia to the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the camp on January 27, 2025. The reason is Russia's aggression in Ukraine and lack of understanding of the value of freedom.

The G7+ ministers adopted a statement of support for Ukraine on the sidelines of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly. They condemned Russia's attacks on energy infrastructure and pledged assistance in restoring and protecting the energy system.

Russian troops continue their offensive in various parts of the frontline. Ukrainian defenders repelled 89 enemy attacks, but fighting is still ongoing in the Liman, Toretsk and other areas.

At the G7+ meeting in New York, Andriy Sybiga called on allies to urgently strengthen Ukraine's energy system. He emphasized the need to protect, restore, and ensure the long-term sustainability of Ukraine's energy sector.

According to the draft budget of the Russian Federation, defense spending will increase to 13. 2 trillion rubles in 2025. This will account for 40% of total budget expenditures, exceeding spending on education, healthcare, and social policy.

President Zelenskyy met with German Chancellor Scholz in the United States. They discussed military assistance, the implementation of the Peace Formula, and the Peace Summit.

As a result of the Russian shelling of Zaporizhzhia, 22 people were injured, including two children. Rescuers rescued 27 residents, two women remain in hospital in moderate condition.

Iranian President Massoud Peseshkian said that the country did not supply Russia with weapons for the war in Ukraine and does not approve of the aggression. He is ready to engage in a dialogue with the United States and Europe on this issue.

Ukraine's international partners have mobilized more than $4 billion to restore energy infrastructure. The United States has allocated $1.8 billion, and other countries have also made significant contributions to help Ukraine get through the winter.

Passenger traffic at the Ukrainian border remains at the level of last year with seasonal fluctuations. In August, about 4 million people crossed the border, and in September there was a slight decrease.