Exhibition “Indomitable Ukraine” opens in London
The Ukrainian Embassy in the United Kingdom invites you to a unique exhibition, “Indomitable Ukraine,” which will be held in London from September 24 to 29.
Society and Culture
Ukrainian veterans represent country for the first time at international sailing competition
For the first time in history, a team from the Kyiv City Cruising Yacht Club represented Ukraine at an international competition in the 2.4mR class, held on Lake Mácha in the Czech Republic from September 19 to 22.
24 September 2025
Lubinets appeals to UN and Red Cross over Russian shooting of civilians in Donetsk region
Russian invaders in Donetsk region shot a family of civilians and used a child as a human shield. The Verkhovna Rada's Human Rights Commissioner Dmytro Lubinets sent official letters to the UN and the International Committee of the Red Cross.
Lithuania extends temporary protection for Ukrainians until 2027
Lithuania has extended temporary protection for Ukrainian citizens fleeing the war unleashed by Russia until 2027.
Fuel shortage hits occupied Crimea — media reports
All grades of gasoline have reportedly disappeared from gas stations across temporarily occupied Crimea.
Canada allocates ₴92 million to Ukraine to strengthen cybersecurity
Under the Tallinn Mechanism, Canada will provide Ukraine with ₴92 million (CAD 3 million) to strengthen the protection of critical infrastructure and counter cyber threats.
Zelensky, Carney issue joint statement on return of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a joint statement following a high-level meeting on the theme "Restoring Childhood and Humanity: Advancing Peace in Ukraine Through the Return of Ukrainian Children."
Civilian detainees face torture in Russian-occupied Ukraine – UN
Civilians detained in Russian-occupied territories of Ukraine since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion have been systematically subjected to torture and ill-treatment, including sexual violence.
Spain hosts international conference “Voice of Ukrainian Women Around World for Ukraine”
The World Federation of Ukrainian Women's Organizations (WFUWO) held a two-day conference in Malaga, Spain. The event, themed “The Voice of Ukrainian Women Around the World for Ukraine: Advocacy, Truth, Unity,” brought together delegates from 20 countries.
23 September 2025
Von der Leyen: abducted Ukrainian children not statistics, but family tragedies
Every Ukrainian child abducted by Russia represents a real family tragedy, and these crimes cannot be reduced to dry statistics.
Zelensky at International Coalition meeting: Ukraine has returned 1,625 children abducted by Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that, thanks to the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, Ukraine has returned 1,625 children who were abducted by Russia. This year, Ukraine will present a resolution at the United Nations condemning the abduction and deportation of Ukrainian children by Russia.
Appeals court keeps NABU detective Mahamedrasulov in custody
The Kyiv Court of Appeals has left Ruslan Mahamedrasulov, head of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau in Dnipro, in custody
In Sumy region, cultural heritage sites began to be marked with “Blue Shield”
The first stage of marking cultural heritage sites with the international protection symbol, the Blue Shield, has begun in Sumy Region.
Collective memory of Rotterdam’s destruction shapes Dutch solidarity with Ukraine — volunteer
Dutch volunteer, member of the Dasha Foundation, Rietje van Domburg, says that in 1940, as a result of bombing, the city of Rotterdam was almost destroyed. This collective historical memory became one of the reasons why both the Dutch government and ordinary citizens actively responded to the tragedy in Ukraine.
Kyiv’s Khreshchatyk street to close daily for nationwide minute of silence
Tymur Tkachenko, Head of the Kyiv City Military Administration, is preparing an order to close Khreshchatyk daily at 9:00 for the duration of the nationwide minute of silence.
Borodianka businesses join project to build barrier-free routes
In the town of Borodianka in the Kyiv region, 36 out of 56 businesses located on Central Street have signed memoranda of cooperation with local authorities on the implementation of inclusive routes.
22 September 2025
Expert says Russia long uses word “peace” to justify aggression, Poles understand this
Polish society remembers well from its own history that Soviet Russia occupied part of Poland in 1939, also under the banner of “peace.” Therefore, any pro-Russian “peace” initiatives that are openly anti-Ukrainian will not receive broad support in Poland.
We must do everything to ensure Russia ceases to exist as an empire - SOF Resistance Movement head
The Russian Federation, in its current form, poses a constant threat not only to Ukraine but to all of Europe. Therefore, every effort must be made to ensure that the Russian empire ceases to exist.
UN Commission: Russian drone strikes on civilians near frontline amount to crimes against humanity
Deliberate Russian drone attacks targeting civilians and infrastructure in frontline areas of Ukraine—as well as the deportation and forced relocation of Ukrainian citizens—qualify as crimes against humanity, according to the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine.
European Commission proposes amendments to Ukraine Facility plan
The European Commission has submitted a package of amendments to Ukraine’s reform plan under the Ukraine Facility for consideration by the EU Council.
Chernivtsi Theater announces staging of Bortniansky’s first opera ‘Creonte’
The world premiere of the staged production of Ukrainian composer Dmytro Bortniansky’s first opera 'Creonte' will take place on October 3 in Chernivtsi — on the city’s day and the 120th anniversary of the Chernivtsi Music and Drama Theater named after Olha Kobylianska, where the performance will be held.
21 September 2025
Exhibition on famous historical leaders of Ukrainian origin presented in Ankara
The Turkish capital hosted the presentation of the exhibition “Ukrainian Queens and Princesses: A Shared European Female Heritage,” which tells the story of outstanding women of Ukrainian origin who left their mark on European history.
Two schools collapse in Russia in one day
Two schools collapsed in Russia in the last 24 hours, one of which was built in the 1930s.
20 September 2025
Ukraine imposes sanctions on Crimean officials, propagandists, and pro-Russian figures from Moldova
Ukraine has imposed sanctions against officials, businessmen, and individuals involved in human rights violations in the temporarily occupied Crimea, as well as propagandists and pro-Russian figures from Moldova.
Estonian Defense Forces show flight path of Russian fighter jets over country
On Saturday, the Estonian Defense Forces published a map showing the flight path of Russian MiG-31 fighter jets that violated Estonian airspace on September 19.
Exhibition of Ukrainian photographer and volunteer Serhii Himiush held in Turkey
An exhibition titled “The Unconquered: Light Through the Darkness” by volunteer and photographer Serhii Himiush, who has been documenting the war in Ukraine since its first days, took place in Istanbul.
19 September 2025
Estonia to keep Narva bridge closed for vehicles until Russia’s war against Ukraine ends
The Estonian Police and Border Guard Board (PPA) has stated that the reopening of the bridge at the Narva-1 crossing point for vehicular traffic is not linked to repairs on the Russian side but will depend on the end of Russia’s war against Ukraine.
59% of Ukrainians trust Zelensky, according to KIIS
59% of Ukrainians trust President Volodymyr Zelensky, while 34% do not. The balance of trust and distrust is +25%.
Ukrainian writer Zhadan: “Once war ends, it will continue in culture”
No matter when the Russia–Ukraine war ends, it will continue in the humanitarian and cultural spheres.