Chief adviser to the President of Lithuania, Deividas Matulionis, stated that the country must be able to use force against aircraft of hostile countries if they violate its airspace. This is a matter of national competence, but NATO may be involved in the event of a serious threat.
After a trip to Great Britain and a meeting with Zelensky, Trump's rhetoric regarding Ukraine softened, and he allowed the return of all Ukrainian lands. Political scientist Oleh Lisnyi explained that this is a pleasant surprise, but the US is not rushing to take effective steps, as it does not have a clear plan.
Shares of European defense companies surged after US President Donald Trump's statement that Ukraine is capable of regaining all occupied territories. The aerospace and defense index rose by 1.1%, approaching record highs.
The final round of negotiations between European countries and Iran on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly did not yield breakthrough results. The chances of avoiding sanctions are minimal, as Iran has not fulfilled the terms of the 2015 nuclear deal.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated at a meeting of the UN Security Council in New York that UN countries must unite efforts to force Russia to move towards peace. He emphasized that Russia uses its veto power in the Security Council to prolong the war.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is building a new security architecture together with Great Britain, France, and over 30 countries. This is happening after the Budapest Memorandum, which was supposed to guarantee security, "failed" and turned into "empty words."
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.
Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron openly expressed disagreements over the recognition of Palestinian statehood during a meeting at the UN General Assembly. Trump called the move a gift to Hamas, while Macron emphasized the need to resolve the conflict.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the US is refraining from tough sanctions against Russia to preserve the possibility of being a mediator in achieving peace. He criticized European countries for continuing to buy Russian fossil fuels.
Over 30 years, Ukraine's population has decreased by 20%, from 52. 2 million in 1993 to 42 million in 2022. As of early 2025, approximately 31.5 million people reside in the controlled territory, indicating a demographic loss of 10 million due to the war.
The aurora borealis was observed in the Sumy region at night, recorded by eyewitnesses in the Romny district. This rare phenomenon is caused by increased solar activity and magnetic storms.
An international study found that only 13% of Ukrainian teachers feel real state support. This is happening against the backdrop of heavy workload and low salaries, which leads to emotional burnout of almost a third of teachers.
Despite some European countries recognizing the Palestinian state, Israel assures that it will not cease hostilities in Gaza until Hamas releases the hostages.
Seven charities have severed ties with the Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson after the disclosure of her 2011 email to Jeffrey Epstein, in which she called him her "best friend. " A spokesperson for the Duchess stated that the letter was written to counter Epstein's threats to sue her.
The 80th session of the UN General Assembly has begun in New York and will last until September 29. It will bring together about a hundred presidents and over 40 prime ministers to discuss global challenges and strengthen international cooperation.
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas stated that Hamas will have no role in governing Palestine. He called for complete demilitarization and elections within a year after a ceasefire.
Malta officially recognized Palestinian statehood, emphasizing support for a two-state solution and the exclusion of Hamas from a future government. Prime Minister Robert Abela announced this at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a phone conversation with Prime Minister of Great Britain Keir Starmer. The parties discussed strengthening air defense before winter and coordinating support from allies.
Belgium and Luxembourg recognized the independence of the State of Palestine, joining France, Britain, Monaco, Canada, and Australia. The Belgian Prime Minister noted that legal recognition is possible after the release of hostages and the removal of Hamas.
Prince Albert II of Monaco announced the formal recognition of the State of Palestine at the UN summit. This decision supports the existence of Israel and the recognition of Palestine within the framework of international law.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced at the UN General Assembly that France officially recognizes the state of Palestine. This decision was made to preserve the possibility of resolving the conflict based on the two-state solution.
President Zelenskyy has submitted a bill on sending Ukrainian Navy units to Turkey and Great Britain. This includes the corvette "Hetman Ivan Mazepa" and a number of mine countermeasures vessels, which will cost UAH 135 million in 2025.
To attract global talent, scientists, academics, and experts, the UK plans to waive visa fees.
The Russian National Guard troops began creating tank units by Putin's decision in August 2023. This happened two months after the failed mutiny of Wagner PMC mercenaries.
Israel has reinforced its ground, air, and naval forces for the Jewish New Year holiday period, which runs from September 22 to mid-October. This decision was made following an investigation into the events of October 7, 2023, when Hamas militants exploited minimal troop presence.
The BBC has uncovered a secret network, funded by Russia, that is trying to undermine democratic elections in Moldova on September 28. Participants in the network were promised money for spreading pro-Russian propaganda and disinformation against the pro-European party.
Great Britain, Canada, and Australia have officially recognized the state of Palestine. The prime ministers of these countries made relevant statements, emphasizing the desire for peace and conflict resolution through the creation of two states.
Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said the G7 is looking to move from incremental to decisive action to end Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The group of industrialized nations is united in ambition and urgency.
The Estonian Defence Forces published a map of the flight of Russian MiG-31 fighter jets, which on September 19 entered the country's airspace without permission for 12 minutes. The planes flew from east to west, parallel to the Estonian border, without flight plans and with transponders turned off.
