Ukraine
Brent and WTI crude futures rose amid drone attacks on Russian refineries and growing fuel demand in the US. Investors are assessing the consequences of the attacks on oil and fuel exports from Russia.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski announced 100% success of Polish air defense during the Russian drone attack on September 10. Out of 19 UAVs, three or four were shot down, but the drones did not reach their targets and did not cause significant damage.
On the night of September 15, Russia launched three S-300 missiles and 84 drones at Ukraine. Ukrainian air defense neutralized 59 enemy UAVs.
The Ukrainian women's beach soccer team took third place in the Euroleague-2025 Superfinal, defeating Poland in a penalty shootout. Ukrainian athletes beat Italy but lost to Spain and Portugal.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 187 combat engagements over the past day, 58 of which occurred in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy launched three missile strikes, 79 air strikes, and carried out 4,945 shelling attacks.
Increased military spending by NATO countries could lead to an additional 1320 million tons of planet-warming emissions. This is equivalent to Brazil's annual greenhouse gas emissions.
On September 14, Russian troops lost 910 soldiers and 35 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 15.09.25 amount to 1,095,520 personnel.
On Monday, September 15, variable cloudiness is forecast for most of Ukraine. Moderate rains are expected in the western regions, and significant rains in places in Zakarpattia and the Carpathians, with occasional thunderstorms.
Today, September 15, marks the Day of Radiation, Chemical, and Biological Protection Troops of Ukraine and the International Day of Democracy. Free Money Day is also celebrated.
The head of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV, stated that the Vatican's mission as a direct mediator in the war between Ukraine and Russia is currently unlikely. The Pontiff distinguishes between the voice of the Holy See in advocating for peace and the role of a mediator, which, in his opinion, is not as realistic.
Analysts at the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) suggest that Russia is assessing NATO's capabilities and reaction through drone attacks on Poland and Poland and Romania. These attacks may be an attempt to gain experience for future aggression against the Alliance.
US President Donald Trump predicts the resumption of dialogue between Ukraine and Russia. At the same time, according to him, the hatred between Zelenskyy and Putin is boundless, so "I will still have to speak."
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.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak stated that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin can only be stopped by force, not by compromises. Ukraine has already become Europe's shield, and proposals to simply hand over frozen Russian assets for a ceasefire are unacceptable.
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 Polish Foreign Minister proposed to the allies to intercept Russian missiles and UAVs in the airspace of Ukraine. He also called for coordinated actions against Russia's "shadow fleet" in the Baltic and North Seas.
Since September 1, TCC servicemen are obliged to use body cameras when notifying citizens. In almost two weeks, the cameras have already recorded a number of offenses, and the relevant materials have been transferred to law enforcement agencies.
Colonel Andriy Biletsky stated at the YES-2025 conference that Ukraine dominated innovations in 2022-2024, but Russia has already surpassed it in the number of FPV drones. He emphasized the need for a strategy for military-industrial technology development.
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.
The President of the UN General Assembly, Annalena Baerbock, has allowed for the deployment of peacekeeping forces in Ukraine to monitor a truce with Russia. This requires the support of the majority of UN member states to ensure lasting peace.
The Danish government has been granted broad powers to override laws and citizens' rights to complain for national defense projects. This will allow the Ukrainian company Ukrainian Fire Point to build a solid rocket fuel plant, ignoring more than 20 regulations.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb and former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson exchanged sharp remarks at the Yalta European Strategy conference. They discussed frozen Russian assets and Ukraine's prospects for EU membership.
Estonia will continue to provide aid to Ukraine at 0. 25% of its GDP, which amounts to over 100 million euros. Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur confirmed the support, including training and IT solutions in the defense sector.
Perm Krai Governor Dmitry Makhonin confirmed a UAV attack on an industrial enterprise in Gubakha. There were no casualties, and the plant is operating normally.
Ukrainian artist Maria Sokolenko, who moved to France in 2022, spoke about the difficulties of finding a job and adapting. She dreams of returning home but admits that Russia's war against Ukraine is gaining momentum.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated on Tank Troops Day, thanking for courage and professionalism. He noted that tank crews work in a risk zone, cover infantry, and save the lives of their comrades.
Russian troops shelled the city of Marhanets, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, injuring six people: four women aged 37 to 74, and two boys aged 13 and 18. The occupiers also attacked Nikopol district, Nikopol, and the villages of Myrove, Marhanets, and Pokrovsk rural communities.
In southern Ukraine, Russians continue shelling, which resulted in the death of one civilian and injuries to 14 people in Kherson and Dnipropetrovsk regions. Dozens of residential buildings, enterprises, and infrastructure facilities were damaged.