Serhiy Leshchenko explained that 'Flamingo' missiles are complex high-precision weapons with many components purchased abroad. They are used selectively for maximum results.
Yurii Ihnat, head of the Air Force's communications department, urged people not to share videos of drone and missile debris after Russia's massive attack on Kyiv. He emphasized that such videos could be used by Russian propaganda.
German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt plans to change the rules for combating drones, allowing the destruction of drones by the armed forces in the event of an immediate threat. This includes strengthening penalties for illegal entry into airport territory and expanding technical measures.
The Patriot air defense system from Israel has been operating in Ukraine for a month. Ukraine will receive two more such systems in the autumn of this year, as announced by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced that Ukraine will continuously receive American weapons, financed by NATO countries under the PURL initiative. $2 billion has already been allocated for aid packages.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in the US to participate in the UN General Assembly and meet with Donald Trump. Kyiv does not expect a miracle, but is preparing for a new stage of the war, relying more on its own forces.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met with a US Congressional delegation. The parties discussed support for Ukraine, the PURL mechanism, and preparations for signing an agreement on the production and sale of drones.
The US is reducing supplies of some types of weapons to Europe due to a shortage of Patriot missiles and changing priorities. The Pentagon has reported a shortage of some types of weapons and is blocking new requests from Europe.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the first aid packages from the United States under the PURL program will include missiles for Patriot and HIMARS systems. This information was also confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
Large-scale armored and air force exercises "Iron Gate" are taking place at the military training ground in Orzysz, Poland. NATO servicemen and equipment, including Abrams tanks and F-35 fighters, are participating in them.
President Zelenskyy called US Special Representative Keith Kellogg "air defense for Kyiv," jokingly offering him Ukrainian citizenship. He noted that during Kellogg's visits to the capital, no massive attacks occur.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with US President's Special Representative General Keith Kellogg in Kyiv. They discussed the results of the "Ramstein" meeting, the acquisition of Patriot systems, and details of the Russian strike on Poland.
Russian drones made of wood and foam broke into Polish airspace, forcing NATO to deploy F-35 fighters, refueling aircraft, and the Patriot system. This revealed an imbalance between cheap weapons and the Alliance's expensive response.
The Netherlands, the Czech Republic, and Sweden will provide military support to Poland to strengthen its air defense. This is a response to the invasion of Russian drones.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced the deployment of three Rafale fighter jets to protect Poland's airspace. This decision was made after Russian drones violated Polish airspace on September 10.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with US Special Representative Keith Kellogg, discussing ways to achieve peace and ensure security. Condolences were also expressed to the American people over the murder of Charlie Kirk, and gratitude was extended to Trump for his reaction to the murder of Ukrainian Iryna Zarutska.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has agreed to send military representatives to Ukraine to train in drone countermeasures. This decision was made after a Russian drone attack on Poland.
President Zelenskyy explained that Polish Patriot systems are ineffective against massive UAV attacks due to the high cost of missiles. He noted that Ukraine is ready to help Poland counter Russian drones.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski discussed with his Ukrainian counterpart Andriy Sybiha the possibility of involving NATO countries in intercepting Russian drones over Ukraine. Polish pilots have limitations regarding civilian safety, so no decision has been made yet.
Poland receives military aid from allies after overnight Russian drone attacks. Sweden urgently dispatches air defense systems and aircraft, while the Netherlands supplies multi-layered defense systems and military personnel.
Polish politician Adam Stanisław Szłapka stated that Russia is responsible for the drone attack on Poland on September 10. He urged not to spread disinformation and to trust only official sources.
Secretary General Mark Rutte announced the activation of air defense systems to protect Polish territory after its airspace was violated by Russian UAVs. Forces from several allies, including Poland, the Netherlands, Italy, and Germany, participated in the operation.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal stated that partners will continue to help Ukraine, making it more extensive and systematic. The EU is allocating 6.6 billion euros for weapons. Germany plans to provide Ukraine with Patriot.
Two German Patriot air defense systems, deployed in Poland, helped detect Russian drones over Polish territory. More than a dozen drones violated Polish airspace on the night of September 10.
NATO does not consider the incident with a group of Russian drones over Poland an attack. This is the first time NATO aircraft have attacked potential threats in allied airspace.
President Zelenskyy stated that this week's Ramstein format meeting should bring concrete results regarding air defense and funding for the PURL program for the procurement of American weapons. Earlier, Shmyhal emphasized Ukraine's urgent need for 10 Patriot systems.
Ukraine urgently needs 10 Patriot systems and missiles for them to protect its energy infrastructure.
Germany is transferring two complete Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, with the first launchers already delivered. Norway covers half of the cost, and Great Britain will finance thousands of long-range drones.
Ukraine may be left without sufficient air defense systems due to irregular supplies from the US, which coincided with intensified Russian airstrikes. Western and Ukrainian officials are sounding the alarm as ammunition stocks are depleting faster than they are being replenished.
Two-day parliamentary elections have started in Norway, where the left-wing bloc led by the Labour Party is competing with the right-wing bloc represented by the Conservative Party. The election results will affect the country's social welfare system and energy policy.
