Hashem Safiyeddine became the new leader of Hezbollah after the death of Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli air strike. Safiyeddine, Nasrallah's cousin, previously headed the group's executive council.
A bipartisan committee in the United States calls for recognizing Russia as a permanent threat and revising the strategy. It proposes massive assistance to Ukraine and preparations for a long-term confrontation with Russia.
The goal is to identify steps to increase pressure on Russia and achieve a just peace.
US President Joe Biden declares Ukraine's victory in the war after meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The United States will continue to support Ukraine.
The Pentagon has raised the readiness of additional US forces for deployment in the Middle East. This decision was taken against the backdrop of escalation in the region to protect American interests and deter Iran.
President Zelenskyy said that the most important result of his visit to the United States was the preservation of bipartisan support for Ukraine. He thanked Biden, Harris, Trump, and Congress for their unity in supporting Ukraine.
The head of the OP Yermak said that the Victory Plan will be presented to Ukrainians after the presentation to the US President. Some of the details of the plan will remain secret for security reasons.
The head of the OP, Andriy Yermak, said that the next meeting between Zelenskyy and Biden would be held to discuss the “Victory Plan. ” This is likely to be the meeting scheduled for October 12 in Germany in the Ramstein format.
MP Chernev believes that permission to strike Russian military targets with Western weapons may be granted after the US elections. The decision is still being considered, but no drastic steps are expected before the election.
At the next meeting of the Ramstein Group, chaired by Biden, the United States will respond to Ukraine's Victory Plan. Zelenskyy presented the plan to American leaders, and a discussion is scheduled for October 12 in Germany.
President Zelenskyy said he could only discuss ambassadorial issues with the speaker of the Ukrainian parliament. He also denied that his visits to the United States were linked to the election campaign.
President Zelenskyy announced a dialogue with the United States on authorizing strikes on Russian military targets with Western weapons. He conveyed the plan to Biden and discussed the ideas with Harris and Trump.
US officials do not recommend that Israel conduct a ground operation in Lebanon. At the same time, the United States is preparing for Iran's possible response to the assassination of Hezbollah's leader, including attacks on US military in the region.
North Korea calls $8 billion in US military aid to Ukraine an “incredible mistake. ” The DPRK warned of the risk of nuclear war in Europe due to the escalation of the conflict by the West.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for not expanding the battlefield in Russia's war against Ukraine. He stated China's intention to play a constructive role and warned against “adding fuel to the fire.
In Mexico, Storm John caused widespread flooding and landslides, killing at least 22 people. The state of Guerrero suffered the most, where rescue operations and evacuations are underway.
President Zelenskiy says Trump has promised to support Ukraine if he wins the US election.
Switzerland supported China and Brazil's “peace initiative” on Ukraine, despite the absence of a reference to the UN Charter. The country considers the initiative an important alternative to bellicose speeches at the UN.
President Zelenskyy said that the next Ramstein meeting would discuss the implementation of the Victory Plan. He thanked the United States for the $8 billion support package.
The president's spokesman said that an official announcement on the permission to strike at russian territory with Western weapons will be made after the first strikes. So far, no final decision has been made, but Ukraine is in talks with key partners.
U. S. President Joe Biden commented on the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli air strike. He called it “a measure of justice” and reaffirmed his support for Israel's right to self-defense.
EU High Representative Josep Borrell criticized Hungary for participating in a meeting on a “peace plan” for Ukraine organized by China and Brazil. He called it “thinking in terms of surrender” and expressed confidence in the EU's continued support for Ukraine.
The Biden administration is analyzing Zelenskiy's plan for Ukraine's victory. Blinken said the US is ready to consider additional actions to help Ukraine succeed.
The United States announced the end of the international military mission in Iraq within 12 months, but no later than September 2025. It is planned to switch to bilateral security partnerships to support Iraqi forces.
US Defense Secretary Austin said he had no prior warning of Israeli strikes on Hezbollah headquarters in Beirut. He called for diplomacy to avoid a full-scale war between Israel and Hezbollah.
The US Secretary of State accused China of supporting the Russian defense industry. Blinken said that this contradicts Beijing's statements about its desire for peace in Ukraine.
The US President instructed the Pentagon to assess the military presence in the region and make the necessary changes. Biden also ordered US embassies to strengthen security measures in the Middle East.
South Korea's foreign minister accused russia of illegal arms trade with North Korea. According to him, the DPRK supplies missiles to Russia in exchange for economic and military support.
Hurricane Helene has killed at least 35 people in four US states. More than 4 million homes remain without power, and rescuers are working to eliminate the consequences of the disaster.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has completed a visit to the United States, where he presented his Victory Plan. He met with Joe Biden, Donald Trump and other politicians to discuss support for Ukraine.