The exercises also involve Russia's Oreshnik hypersonic missile, which was tested last year.
Natural gas reserves in Ukrainian underground storage facilities as of September 14, 2025, reached 12. 055 billion cubic meters, exceeding last year's figures. This should ensure the heating season, and fuel injection continues.
The Ukrainian volleyball team is currently third in their group at the 2025 World Championship with three points. To advance to the playoffs, the Ukrainians need to defeat the reigning world champions, the Italian national team.
Aliaksandr Lukashenka claims that Belarus has nothing to do with drones violating the airspace of Poland and Lithuania.
The European Union has postponed the official introduction of another package of sanctions against Russia after US President Donald Trump demanded stricter European measures as a condition for the US to proceed with its own sanctions.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Vladimir Putin promised Donald Trump to restore diplomacy and end the war, but did not take any steps. Instead, Russia intensified terror, refused to meet with leaders, and carried out terrorist attacks.
The Crimean Prosecutor's Office, together with the SBU, police, and SBI, reported suspicions against more than 50 citizens who voluntarily sided with the occupiers during the annexation of the Crimean Peninsula. Among the suspects are former Ukrainian judges, law enforcement officers, and top officials of the occupation administrations.
On Wednesday, September 17, Kyiv is expected to experience a cold snap down to +15+17 degrees and rains. Wet weather will also cover western regions, the north (except Sumy region), Vinnytsia region, Odesa region, and parts of Cherkasy and Kropyvnytskyi regions.
The EU Council has adopted a recommendation on the transition of Ukrainians from temporary protection to other residence statuses, as well as on their sustainable return and reintegration into Ukraine. This recommendation prepares the EU for a coordinated approach when conditions in Ukraine allow for the lifting of temporary protection.
Economist Oleh Pendzyn stated that the main issue of the State Budget-2026 is finding 120 billion dollars for defense, of which 60 billion dollars should be provided by partners.
As of September 1, 3. 7 million internally displaced persons were registered in Ukraine. The total number of people who declared their place of residence is 28.7 million.
A petition has appeared in Ukraine calling for a ban on realtors charging commission without a direct client request. The document also proposes mandatory registration of realtors and certification of specialists.
In August, Ukrainians purchased over 2,400 passenger cars from China, which is 42% more than in the same period last year. Most of them are new electric vehicles, accounting for 88% of the total.
On the global jewelry market, interest in unique colored stones is growing, while in Ukraine, the secondary market for precious stones is almost non-existent. Experts advise Ukrainians to buy certified rare stones on global platforms for investment.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine proposes to increase the minimum pension by 234 hryvnias in the draft State Budget for 2026. An increase in the subsistence minimum by 9.9% to 3209 hryvnias is envisaged from January 1, 2026.
In Uman, security measures are being strengthened for the celebration of Rosh Hashanah, with the police working in an enhanced mode. The sale of pyrotechnics, alcohol, and low-alcohol beverages is prohibited in pilgrimage sites.
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 Main Intelligence Directorate conducted a special operation in the Primorsky Krai of the Russian Federation, where explosions occurred on the territory of military unit of the 155th Marine Brigade. Reportedly, there are dead and wounded among the occupiers who distinguished themselves by cruelty against civilians and Ukrainian prisoners.
Ukrainians should prepare for changes in the currency and investment markets due to the approaching decision of the US Federal Reserve on the interest rate, which is expected on September 17.
The Verkhovna Rada resumed online broadcasting of its sessions on September 16 for the first time in almost four years. This happened after demands from public organizations and media, as well as a vote by MPs on September 4.
On September 16, the first round of the 2025/2026 Champions League begins, where for the first time since the 2005/2006 season there are no Ukrainian clubs. However, Ukrainian footballers will play as part of European teams, including Trubin, Sudakov, Lunin, and Zabarnyi.
A Yale University report found that Russia is holding abducted Ukrainian children in over 200 locations where they are subjected to military training and "re-education. " Ukrainian authorities estimate the number of deported children at nearly 20,000, of which only a small portion has been returned.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the damage to the Saratov oil refinery on the night of September 16, 2025. Explosions and a fire were recorded at the facility, and the results are being clarified.
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.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed hope that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer would have a concrete discussion with Donald Trump regarding US security guarantees for Ukraine. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for a document supported by the US and European partners to end the war.
The EU has postponed the presentation of the 19th package of sanctions against Russia. This issue has been removed from the Coreper II agenda without a new date being set.
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.
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine showed the "filling" of the Russian drone and spoke about the foreign components used in it.
US President Donald Trump may meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky next week in New York during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Trump hopes to negotiate a peace deal involving the Kremlin leader.
Russia carried out a night attack on Ukraine with 113 attack UAVs, 89 of which were neutralized by air defense forces. The enemy also shelled Zaporizhzhia with ten MLRS shells, resulting in deaths and injuries.
