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Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky announces new Ukrainian drone interceptor success
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the successful deployment of a new drone interceptor developed by the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU). The weapon is designed to counter Russian jet-powered Shahed drones, and has reportedly achieved a "good result" in combat.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussia strikes Ukrainian cargo ship and tanker in Black Sea
Russian forces struck a Ukrainian cargo ship and a tanker in the Black Sea and in one of Ukraine's ports, according to the Russian Ministry of Defence. Poland initiated and then ended preventive military air operations.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussia claims control of 5,300 sq km and 220 settlements in Ukraine
Russia's Defence Ministry claims its forces have taken control of over 5,300 square kilometres and 220 settlements in Ukraine since the beginning of 2026. September saw advances of 670 square kilometres and 27 settlements, according to the ministry.
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Conflict & Security · UkrainePutin told US envoys Russia could take Donbas in months, Kushner doubted claim
Russian President Vladimir Putin told US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner that Russian forces could occupy the entire Donbas region within months. Jared Kushner expressed doubt about Putin's claims, reminding him that similar statements were made a year prior. Both Kyiv and Moscow are reportedly frustrated with Witkoff.
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Conflict & Security · UkrainePoland joins Ukraine's anti-ballistic missile coalition
Poland has joined an anti-ballistic missile coalition with Ukraine and other European allies, Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced. The coalition aims to develop a common European ballistic missile defense system.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussia uses training missiles as ballistic weapons against Ukraine
Russia is increasingly using modified RM48U training missiles as ballistic weapons against Ukraine. These missiles, adapted from air defence systems, accounted for more than half of Russia's ballistic and hypersonic launches in July and early August, according to reports.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineDenmark accelerates Ukraine aid after Russian frigate incident
Denmark is speeding up and increasing its support package for Ukraine to 1.8 billion Danish kroner, primarily for air defense. The decision follows an incident where a Russian frigate fired flares at a Danish helicopter in international waters.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussian forces attack Kharkiv commuter train, casualties reported
Russian forces attacked a commuter train in Ukraine's Kharkiv region on September 18 while it was stopped for passenger evacuation. Reports differ on the number of casualties, with figures ranging from two seriously injured to one killed and eight injured.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussia attacks Ukraine with missiles and drones, Ukraine strikes Russian targets
Russia launched missile and drone attacks across Ukraine, injuring at least 19 people, including children. Ukrainian forces responded with overnight strikes targeting an oil refinery in Yaroslavl and a military airfield in Rostov.
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Politics · UkraineUS House passes Russia sanctions targeting oil purchases
The US House of Representatives has passed a sanctions package aimed at Russia over its war in Ukraine. The bill includes warnings of 100% tariffs on nations buying Russian oil and targets the country's 'shadow fleet' of tankers. The Kremlin stated these measures will make peace talks harder.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussian Strikes Injure 13 in Kyiv and Odesa
Russian airstrikes hit Kyiv and Odesa, injuring at least 13 people and damaging buildings including residential structures, warehouses, and a gas station. A child was among those wounded in Odesa.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussian Major General Anton Grunis killed in Ukraine
Russian Major General Anton Grunis has been killed in Ukraine, according to Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces. Grunis commanded the 4th Separate Motorized Rifle Brigade and had reported to Vladimir Putin about the alleged capture of Konstantinovka.
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Politics · UkraineKim Jong Un Pledges Deeper Cooperation with Russia
Kim Jong Un has pledged to expand and deepen cooperation with Russia in a message to Vladimir Putin. The North Korean leader expressed confidence in Russia's victory in Ukraine and promised unwavering support.
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Germany's 'Sonderstab Ukraine' Fast-Tracks Kyiv Weapons Deals
Germany's Defense Ministry operates a special unit, 'Sonderstab Ukraine,' that can arrange weapons deals for Kyiv in as little as two weeks. This unit bypasses standard procurement rules by having Ukraine sign contracts directly, and it functions as a hub for experience and technology exchange.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineTrump says US discussing Patriot missile production license with Ukraine
US President Donald Trump announced that Washington is in discussions with Ukraine regarding the potential transfer of a license to produce a less advanced version of Patriot missiles. Canada is also reportedly considering joining a significant European financial aid package for Ukraine.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussian drone strikes train near Polish border; Johnson's train passed earlier
A Russian drone struck a train near the Ukrainian-Polish border. Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and other European officials had travelled on a train that passed through the area shortly before the attack, according to reports. Poland's Prime Minister warned of intensified Russian attacks.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineKremlin spokesman suggests Ukraine talks could resume in October
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov indicated that trilateral negotiations concerning Ukraine could potentially resume in October. He stated that Russia does not rule out this possibility, though no specific dates have been set.
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Politics · UkraineKremlin tells Zelensky to visit Moscow for Putin meeting
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky can travel to Moscow if he wishes to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Peskov reiterated a previous offer from Putin that Zelensky could fly to Moscow.
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Conflict & Security · UkrainePutin warns European troops in Ukraine would mean war with Russia
Vladimir Putin has stated that deploying European troops in Ukraine would be considered a war against Russia. He made these remarks while attending the BRICS summit in New Delhi, adding that Moscow does not threaten European nations.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussia Resumes Strikes on Kyiv After Three-Day Pause
Russia resumed drone and missile attacks on Ukraine, including the capital Kyiv, after a three-day pause. The strikes killed at least four people and injured 83 across the country, according to Ukrainian officials.
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Also affecting Ukraine
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Politics · United StatesMedvedev says Russia should use military deterrence against US sanctions
Dmitry Medvedev, a senior ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, stated that Russia should respond to new US sanctions with 'military deterrence'. US President Donald Trump signed the bill imposing the sanctions, which aim to pressure Russia over its war in Ukraine.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaDrone strike hits cooling tower at Russia's Kursk nuclear plant
A drone struck the cooling tower of a reactor unit at Russia's Kursk Nuclear Power Plant on Thursday, September 17. The International Atomic Energy Agency confirmed the strike, noting the reactor remained operational and no fire was reported.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaRussia launches military satellite via Soyuz rocket
Russia launched a Soyuz-2.1b rocket carrying a military satellite from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome on 18 September 2026. The spacecraft successfully entered orbit and established stable telemetry contact, according to Russian defence officials.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaFSB detains man for alleged gas pipeline sabotage plot
Russia's FSB has detained a 40-year-old man in Kabardino-Balkaria, accusing him of planning to sabotage a gas pipeline. The security service alleges the detainee was recruited by Ukrainian intelligence and entered Russia via a humanitarian exchange.
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Politics · United KingdomMicheál Martin to visit Andy Burnham at No 10 North in Manchester
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin is set to visit UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham at No 10 North in Manchester. The meeting will focus on strengthening UK-Ireland relations, trade, security, and support for Ukraine.
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Politics · RussiaRussia holds parliamentary elections amid Ukraine war
Russia has begun a three-day parliamentary election, the first since the start of the war in Ukraine. Polling stations opened in the Far East, with President Vladimir Putin's party widely expected to win the 450 seats in the State Duma. Voting is also taking place in occupied Ukrainian territories.
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Business & EconomyGas prices expected to surge Wednesday and Thursday
Gasoline and diesel prices are expected to increase significantly on Wednesday and Thursday, with analysts pointing to ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Iran as primary drivers. The U.S. average diesel price has reached $6.301 per gallon, and gasoline is at $4.355 per gallon.
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Von der Leyen proposes European Security Council with non-EU states
Ursula von der Leyen plans to propose a European Security Council to coordinate responses to growing threats. The body would include EU member states alongside the UK, Canada, Norway, and Ukraine, and feature a consultation mechanism inspired by NATO's Article 4.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesUS charges five linked to Russian intelligence in murder plot
Federal authorities have unsealed an indictment charging five individuals linked to Russian intelligence services with plotting targeted killings in the United States and European nations supporting Ukraine. The FBI announced it disrupted the alleged plot.
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Politics · United StatesAndy Burnham to meet Donald Trump in New York next week
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is scheduled to meet US President Donald Trump for the first time next week in New York. The meeting, expected to take place at the United Nations General Assembly, will focus on international issues including Ukraine, the Middle East, and energy.
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Politics · United StatesSenate Majority Leader John Thune open to diesel export ban amid record prices
John Thune announced he is willing to explore a ban on diesel fuel exports, citing record‑high domestic prices and limited supply from conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. The United States is the world’s top diesel exporter, while Russia has already halted its shipments.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaUkraine drone attacks hit Russian refineries, cutting diesel output
Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries have significantly reduced the country's diesel production. Three of Russia's six largest diesel-producing refineries cut production or halted operations entirely in September due to damage from these strikes.
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Politics · European UnionPutin blames Western globalists for European events and Ukraine conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that events in Europe, including the AfD's success in a German state election, stem from "system errors" by Western globalists. He also reiterated his view that the West's actions caused the conflict in Ukraine.
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Politics · United StatesCarney and Trump Discussed Ukraine and Iran Conflicts
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has spoken with U.S. President Donald Trump multiple times recently, discussing the conflicts in Ukraine and tensions with Iran. Carney stressed the importance of cooperation between the two nations amid ongoing trade disputes.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaFSB detains British embassy guard over alleged Ukraine plot
Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the detention of a Russian citizen who worked as a security guard at the British Embassy in Moscow. The FSB alleges the individual was recruited by Ukraine to gather information for a planned attack, intended to blame Russia and draw the UK into conflict.
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Leaked memo suggests Western veterans trained Russians for war
A leaked intelligence memo suggests Western military veterans, including former British SAS and Australian special forces, may have trained Russian citizens and active duty military personnel. The training allegedly took place at private camps in Bulgaria and Serbia, with one company, Alfa-Metal, named in the report.
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Politics · ChinaKremlin says Trump, Putin and Xi may meet at APEC summit in Shenzhen
Russian spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters that a trilateral summit of Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping could be held on the sidelines of the APEC meeting in Shenzhen on 18‑19 November 2026. The idea was discussed during a phone call on 8 September, but no outlet confirmed Trump’s attendance.
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Politics · United KingdomXi and Burnham discuss cooperation in first call
Chinese President Xi Jinping and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham held their first phone conversation on September 8. They discussed pragmatic cooperation, economic growth, and global challenges, with both leaders expressing a desire to strengthen bilateral ties.
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Conflict & SecurityEstonia's €70m ammunition deal controversy linked to Indian firm
Estonia's Centre for Defence Investments is under scrutiny for a failed €70 million ammunition deal. The controversy involves a Romanian facility contracted to supply shells to Estonia for Ukraine, with questions arising over the selection of firms lacking weapon production history.
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Conflict & Security · European UnionUS Ambassador: NATO will not tolerate hybrid warfare
US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker stated that member states must not tolerate deliberate hybrid warfare actions. He referenced a drone attack on a German airport and warned that critical infrastructure could be targeted.
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