Casualties reported as Russians attack Kharkiv region throughout day
On September 15, Russian forces attacked four settlements in Kharkiv region, killing one civilian and injuring four others.
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15 September 2025
For the first time, Ukraine’s state budget includes revenues from fighting shadow economy
For the first time, Ukraine’s state budget includes revenues from the “de-shadowing” of the economy – UAH 60 billion from excess aggregate customs revenues.
Ukraine’s 2026 budget allocates UAH 1.9B for U.S.–Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund
The draft state budget for 2026 includes UAH 1.9 billion for the implementation of the agreement between Ukraine and the United States on the creation of the U.S.–Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund.
Ukraine’s 2026 budget sets aside UAH 200B “defense reserve” for battlefield needs
The draft state budget for 2026 provides for the creation of a “defense reserve” of 200 billion hryvnias — a key innovation among defense expenditures.
Russian Kirishi oil refinery shuts down key unit after Ukrainian strike – Reuters
The Kirishi oil refinery in Russia’s Leningrad region has shut down a key processing unit following a Ukrainian drone attack over the weekend.
All agreements on air defense systems must be implemented ahead of winter – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky stressed the need to fully implement every agreement on the supply of air defense systems and missiles before the winter season.
Two killed in apartment explosion in Kyiv – police
In Kyiv's Dniprovskyi district, an explosion in an apartment, likely caused by a grenade, left two people dead and one injured.
Stefanishyna assumes duties as Ukraine's ambassador to US
Ukraine's Ambassador to the United States, Olga Stefanishyna, began her diplomatic mission in Washington on Monday, September 15, with a moment of silence in honor of the defenders who gave their lives for Ukraine's independence and freedom.
Umerov, Kubilius discuss Ukraine's integration into EU defense industry
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Rustem Umerov held a meeting with EU Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius and his team.
Government approves draft state budget for 2026
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the draft law on Ukraine's state budget for 2026.
Enemy has used chemical weapons 11,000 times, 3,000 troops affected – Ukrainian Armed Forces
Since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, 11,000 cases of chemical agents being used by the enemy have been recorded, resulting in 3,000 cases of exposure among Ukrainian servicemen.
Two civilians killed in Russian attacks on Kherson region
Russian forces shelled the village of Mykilske with artillery and dropped explosives on the village of Bilozerka, killing two civilians.
Ukraine, EU complete screening of final cluster on accession negotiations
The Ukrainian delegation, together with the European Commission, has concluded screening meetings in Brussels on Negotiation Chapter 11, "Agriculture and Rural Development."
Grenade explosion in Odesa apartment building kills man
A grenade exploded in an apartment in Odesa's Khadzhybeiskyi district on the afternoon of September 15, killing a 52-year-old man.
Kubilius says EU must boost efforts against fake news, notes new ideas emerging
European Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius considers the fight against disinformation to be an important element of defense.
Kubilius proposes unconventional EU defense approach: calls for “Big Bang” strategy
Given the serious security threat to the European continent posed by Russia, the standard step-by-step approach to increasing defense production and other elements of strengthening EU security is not appropriate.
“Drone wall” for EU should be built together with Ukraine - Kubilius
The European Union plans to actively involve Ukraine in creating a “wall against drones” on the eastern borders of the bloc, given Ukraine's extensive experience in shooting down Russian drones.
Five civilians injured today in Russian attacks on Sumy region
Five civilians were injured today in Sumy region as a result of attacks by the Russian Federation.
Zelensky honors tank soldiers with state awards
President Volodymyr Zelensky has awarded state honors to the best tank soldiers.
Andrius Kubilius, European Commissioner for Defense and Space
New security architecture in Europe will include Ukraine, UK, and Norway
Zelensky honors tank soldiers with state awards
President Volodymyr Zelensky has awarded state honors to the best tank soldiers.
Bombing of Kramatorsk: number of wounded rises to 11
In Kramatorsk, Donetsk region, the number of wounded after the Russian night attack has risen to 11 people.
Russia targeting Ukraine’s key railway hubs – Ukrzaliznytsia CEO
Since July, Russia has launched a wave of massive attacks on Ukraine’s railway infrastructure, targeting key junction stations.
Ukrenergo comments on potential power cuts ahead of upcoming winter
Provided that there are no systemic attacks on the energy system, Ukraine may go through the heating season without restrictions on electricity consumption.
Ukraine declares Russia’s ‘elections’ in occupied territories illegal, will not recognize results – MFA statement
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine considers the results of the illegal “elections” held by Russia in temporarily occupied Ukrainian territories to be null and void.
Ukraine completes final tests of 40+ km range strike drones ahead of frontline deployment
The Brave1 defense cluster has conducted final tests of kamikaze strike drones with a range exceeding 40 km; the systems will soon be used in combat.
Russia expands Zapad-2025 drills to Kaliningrad region
The Russian Baltic Fleet has conducted exercises in Kaliningrad region as part of the joint Russian-Belarusian military drills Zapad-2025.
Russia likely to manipulate European security narratives, its drones could enter NATO airspace again, Ukraine warns
In the second half of September, Russian propaganda is expected to maintain intense information attacks against initiatives for international security guarantees for Ukraine.
Russian drone strike kills man in Zaporizhzhia region
Russian forces attacked Orikhiv community in Zaporizhzhia region, killing a man.
No Russian troop movements near border during Zapad-2025 drills, SBGS spox reports
No troop activity has been observed toward Ukraine’s border from Belarus during the joint Russian-Belarusian military exercises Zapad-2025.