Lithuanian Seimas approves amendments allowing army to shoot down drones
On Tuesday, the Lithuanian Seimas approved amendments allowing the army to neutralize drones that pose a threat to the country's airspace more quickly and easily.
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Government action program submitted to Parliament
The Government Action Program has been submitted to the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine.
At UN, Ukraine offers war-tested solutions based on its own experience – Sybiha
The first day of the high-level segment of the UN General Assembly underscored the global significance of Ukraine’s experience.
Zelensky to meet with Trump today, speak at UN Security Council, and hold series of talks
On Tuesday, President Volodymyr Zelensky will take part in a Security Council meeting on Ukraine, a meeting of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children, and hold bilateral meetings, including with U.S. President Donald Trump.
About 17% of world’s tankers belong to Russia’s shadow fleet – NYT
Russia’s shadow fleet accounts for roughly 17% of all oil tankers currently in use worldwide.
22 September 2025
Many in Germany still have misperception about who Putin really is – expert
A misperception about the true nature of Russian leader Vladimir Putin remains widespread in Germany— among both citizens and certain politicians.
Ukrainian president arrives in New York for high-level UN General Assembly events
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in New York on Monday to participate in high-level events of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
Ukraine, Oman foreign ministers hold meeting at UN headquarters
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha met with Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr Al Busaidi at the United Nations headquarters.
White House confirms plans to hold Trump-Zelensky meeting
The White House has confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in New York on Tuesday, and has also outlined the U.S. President’s general agenda during his participation in high-level events at the UN General Assembly.
Shmyhal, members of U.S. Congress discuss drone production agreement
Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal met with a bipartisan delegation from the U.S. Congress, led by Representatives Michael Turner and Eugene Vindman, to discuss preparations for signing an agreement between the Presidents of Ukraine and the United States on the joint production and sale of drones.
Zelensky after talks with Rutte: Ukraine informs partners of urgent need for air defense systems and missiles
After talking with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine had told its partners about its urgent need for air defense systems and missiles, which could really limit Russia's ability to fight.
Ukraine proposes drone technologies partnership to Caribbean nations
Ukraine’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha proposed mutually beneficial cooperation in the fields of drone technology, climate research, and other sectors to the Association of Caribbean States.
NATO ambassadors to discuss Russia’s violation of Estonian airspace on Tuesday
On Tuesday, a meeting of the North Atlantic Council at the level of ambassadors will take place in Brussels to discuss the recent violation of Estonian airspace by Russian military aircraft.
21 September 2025
UNSC to hold high-level meeting on Russia's war against Ukraine on Tuesday
The UN Security Council will convene on Tuesday to discuss the situation in Ukraine in connection with Russia's war.
Ukraine seeks to speak at UN Security Council at Estonia’s request - FM Sybiha
Ukraine has appealed to South Korea, which currently holds the presidency of the UN Security Council, to participate in the meeting and present our point of view.
Ukraine expects 19th EU sanctions package to deal severe blow to Russia – Zelensky
Ukraine hopes that the European Union’s 19th sanctions package will force Russia to feel the consequences of its actions and serve as one of the decisive measures to push it toward peace.
Yermak, Rubio discuss security guarantees for Ukraine ahead of leaders' meeting
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak and U.S. Secretary of State, Acting U.S. National Security Advisor Marco Rubio discussed preparations for security guarantees for Ukraine ahead of the leaders' meeting in New York.
Portugal confirms intention to recognize Palestinian state
Portugal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that the country will recognize the State of Palestine. The decision is set to take effect on Sunday, September 21.
20 September 2025
French general says Russia’s provocations will go unpunished as NATO weakened by US withdrawal from Europe
NATO is a coalition weakened by the US withdrawal from Europe, doomed to slow decision-making, so Putin will continue to “test the reactions” of his opponents and try out the Alliance without any punishment.
Zelensky calls on partners to continue strengthening Ukraine’s air defense
President Volodymyr Zelensky called on partners to continue strengthening Ukraine's air defense, which is designed to protect lives.
Zelensky imposes three sanctions packages targeting propagandists aiding Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed three sanctions decrees against propagandists who assist Russia and conduct business in occupied territories, as well as against individuals destabilizing Moldova in Moscow’s interests.
G7 wants to take decisive action to end the war in Ukraine – Canadian Finance Minister
Canadian Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne said that the Group of Seven (G7) wants to move from “gradual” to “decisive” action to end Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Zelensky: Security guarantees must take effect immediately after ceasefire, not wait until war’s end
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that security guarantees should not wait until the end of the war, as there may not be a final document on the end of the aggression.
Zelensky shares his expectations for the meeting with Trump in New York
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that during his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in New York, scheduled for next week, he hopes to receive confirmation of the promised security guarantees.
Lithuanian Foreign Minister on Russia’s night attack: Aggressor to persist unless stopped
Lithuanian Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys expressed condolences to the victims of Russia’s overnight strike on Ukraine, noting that Ukraine had halted the aggressor’s advance and urging allies to step up their efforts.
MI6 launches dark web portal to recruit spies, including from Russia
The British Secret Intelligence Service MI6 is launching a specialized portal on the dark web in hopes of recruiting new spies online, including from Russia.
19 September 2025
Estonia requests NATO Article 4 consultations — Rutte responds
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte contacted Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal to discuss the incident involving Russian fighter jets violating Estonian airspace, while the Estonian government has requested consultations with allies under Article 4 of the North Atlantic Treaty.
Zelensky: new EU sanctions will cripple Russia’s war machine
President Volodymyr Zelensky welcomed the European Union’s move toward adopting its 19th sanctions package against Russia, which he said will intensify pressure on Moscow’s war machine.
Russian fighter jets violate safety zone of Baltic drilling platform – Polish Border Guard
The Polish Border Guard reported that two Russian fighter jets violated the safety zone of the Petrobaltic drilling platform in the Baltic Sea on Friday, September 19, flying directly over it.