Lithuania urges ICC probe into crimes of Lukashenko regime
Lithuania has formally requested the International Criminal Court (ICC) to investigate crimes against humanity committed by the regime of Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko.
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Around 10 Russian drones downed over Kyiv, debris causes fire
Editor's note: Kyiv authorities initially reported a child was injured and hospitalized during the overnight Russian attack, but later retracted this information. Debris from intercepted Russian drones damaged a gas pipe in a residential building in Kyiv during an overnight attack on Sept. 26, city authorities reported. The air raid
US raises concerns over alleged Russian drone production in China
According to a White House spokesperson, the U.S. expressed deep concern over a report claiming that Russia has established a secret drone production project in China. A Reuters report suggests that a Chinese company is providing lethal assistance to a U.S.- sanctioned Russian firm, IEMZ Kupol, which
Zelensky thanks Starmer for UK's commitment to Ukraine
During a meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed Ukraine's security situation, the implementation of a bilateral security agreement, and preparations for the second peace summit. Zelensky also thanked the U.K. for its decisive actions since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. “Thank you for
Trump vows to 'get America out' of Ukraine war, blames Biden for conflict
At a rally in Atlanta on Sept. 24, U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump criticized America's involvement in the war in Ukraine, saying the country is "stuck" and will only be able to "get out" if he wins the election.
Small percentage of artillery shells from Czech-led initiative malfunction
A few issues have been reported with some of the artillery shells received through the Czech initiative, according to German publication Handelsblatt, which cited a letter from Kyiv to Prague. Czechia unveiled the international initiative earlier this year amid Ukraine's shell shortages caused largely by delays in U.S. assistance.
Despite hardships, head of Kryvyi Rih steel plant ArcelorMittal determined to keep operations running
Mauro Longobardo, CEO of ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih, addressed the company's current situation and future plans, noting both progress and significant obstacles. He acknowledged the company's recovery efforts but highlighted the challenges they continue to face in 2024, including falling iron ore prices and stagnation in the European steel market. "For
Teenagers set fire to Russian military helicopter in Omsk
Two teenagers in Omsk, Russia, set fire to a Mi-8 helicopter at an air base on September 21 using a Molotov cocktail, according to the Telegram channel Baza.
Zelensky meets US congressional delegation, urges continued support and outlines Ukraine’s victory plan
President Volodymyr Zelensky met with a bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation on Sept. 23, including Senators Ben Cardin, Dan Sullivan, Chris Murphy, and Congressman Gregory Meeks, to express gratitude for their critical support of Ukraine.
Meta blocks Russian state media across its platforms amid 'foreign interference activity'
U.S. tech giant Meta, the owner of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, announced a global ban on Russian state-run media outlets like RT and Rossiya Segodnya, citing their involvement in covert influence operations.
As FIDE considers lifting sanctions, Ukrainian chess community calls for continued ban on Russian and Belarusian players
A group of 13 Ukrainian chess players has sent a letter to the International Chess Federation (FIDE), urging the continued ban on Russian and Belarusian players from competitions due to the ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
Biden administration requests extension of nearly $6 billion military funding for Ukraine
U.S. President Joe Biden's administration has requested Congress to extend the authority of "presidential write-offs" for supplying weapons to Ukraine until 2025, so that the remaining $5.8 billion can be used beyond the fiscal year ending on September 30.
Budanov discusses Russia's strategy and North Korean involvement at YES meeting in Kyiv
Kyrylo Budanov, Ukraine’s military intelligence chief, delivered multiple statements during the 20th annual Yalta European Strategy (YES) meeting in Kyiv.
Ukraine's chief rabbi mourns loss of adopted son, killed in combat
On Thursday, a memorial service was held in Kyiv for Anton Samborskyi, the adopted son of Ukraine's Chief Rabbi Moshe Azman, who was killed in combat.
Further Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure could lead to dangerous nuclear risks, Bloomberg reports
Further Russian attacks on Ukraine's power grid could lead to a dangerous situation at one of Ukraine's three remaining operational nuclear power plants, Bloomberg reports.
Foreign Ministry raises diplomatic concerns with Mongolia, citing inaction in arresting Putin
On Sept. 12, Ukraine's Foreign Ministry issued a formal diplomatic note, also known as a demarche, to Mongolia during a meeting with a high-ranking Mongolian diplomat in Kyiv.
Energy Ministry: explosive device found at electrical substation in Kyiv Oblast
An explosive object was discovered near an electrical substation in Kyiv Oblast, the Energy Ministry reported on Sept. 12.
Estonia launches new program for Ukrainian refugees
Estonia launched the "ROSE Estonia" project to help Ukrainian refugees in the country with their goals in self-employment and entrepreneurship.
Harris, Trump face off for the first time in second presidential debate
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump exchanged foreign policy views on Russia's war against Ukraine during the second presidential debate of the 2024 U.S. election in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on Sept. 10.
Biden weighs lifting long-range weapons restrictions for Ukraine, Reuters reports
U.S. President Joe Biden stated that the potential lifting of restrictions on Ukraine's use of long-range weapons is currently under consideration, Reuters reported on September 10.
2 killed, 4 injured in Russian attack on Sumy
On the night of Sept. 8, a Russian airstrike hit Sumy, killing two people and injuring four, including two children.
Portugal urges EU to begin making preparations for Ukraine's eventual membership
Portugal is advocating for Ukraine's entry into the European Union and is urging the EU to start preparing for this possibility, Bloomberg reports.
Team Ukraine wins 12 medals on day 10 of Paralympics
On the sixth day of the 2024 Paralympic Games, Ukraine won the highest number of medals that day—12 in total.
Fires sweep through Chornobyl forests, containment efforts ongoing
As of Sept. 7, over 2,600 hectares of land in the Chornobyl zone have been affected by fires, according to Ukraine's Environmental Protection Ministry.
Parliament speaker Stefanchuk urges Johnson to lift restrictions on long-range weapons
Ruslan Stefanchuk, speaker of Ukraine's parliament, met with U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson in Italy on Sept. 5 to discuss lifting restrictions on long-range Western weapons strikes deep into Russian territory.
Scholz, Zelensky to meet in Germany on September 6
On Friday, September 6, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is set to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during his visit to Germany, as confirmed by a German government spokesman.
Ukraine's Kursk incursion prevented another Russian offensive, says Syrskyi
Oleksandr Syrskyi, Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, revealed that Russia had planned an offensive from the Kursk region before Ukrainian forces launched operations there.
Belarus to host 'migration conference' in November 2024 with participation of some EU ministers
Belarus plans to host an international conference on combating illegal migration in November 2024, with participation from some European Union ministers, according to Belarusian Foreign Minister Maksim Ryzhenkov.
Ukrainian athletes win 10 medals on day 6 of Paralympics
On the sixth day of the 2024 Paralympic Games, Ukrainian athletes secured 10 medals.
Russian forces strike university building in Sumy
At least one person has been injured after a Russian airstrike damaged a university building in the north-eastern city of Sumy, regional authorities said on Sept. 3.
Ukrainian athletes win 8 medals on day 5 of Paralympics
On the fifth day of the 2024 Paralympic Games, Ukrainian athletes secured 8 medals.
1 person killed, at least 3 injured in Russian attack on Dnipro
One person was killed and at least three people were injured in Dnipro on Sept. 2, in Russia's attack on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Governor Serhii Lysak said.
