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Night wave of 80 drones: Ukraine's air defense suppressed 63 aircraft by morning, attack ongoing

Politics 09/16/2026, 17:46

Overnight, Russia sent 80 drones of various types, including Shahed and "Herbers," to different regions of Ukraine. By 08:00, air defense forces destroyed or suppressed 63 aircraft; the air attack is ongoing.

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US Congress Launches Inquiry: Democrats Probe 'Bribe' from Russian Oligarch at Trump Jr.'s Wedding

Politics 09/16/2026, 17:38

Democrats in the U.S. Congress have launched an inquiry into the funding of Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding in the Bahamas by Russian businessman Umar Kremlev. According to ProPublica, the sum amounts to hundreds of thousands of dollars.

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Kallas: EU Must Strengthen Intelligence Cooperation Against Russia's Hybrid Attacks

Politics 09/16/2026, 16:42

Head of EU diplomacy Kaja Kallas called on EU countries to more actively share intelligence data and protect critical infrastructure in response to Russia's hybrid attacks. The statement came against the backdrop of a drone incident in Leipzig.

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"Initiative on the Front for Ukraine": Former CIA Director David Petraeus on Russia's losses, the isolation of Crimea, and the future of the war

Politics 09/16/2026, 16:28

Former CIA Director David Petraeus, in an interview with RBC-Ukraine, stated that the operational initiative on the front belongs to Ukraine, while Russia is not achieving its declared goals. He called on NATO to restructure its military machinery to fit the new reality of war.

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Fidan: Turkey has stepped up diplomatic efforts to reach agreements in the Black Sea

Politics 09/16/2026, 15:54

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced that Ankara has stepped up its diplomatic efforts to reach agreements on the situation in the Black Sea. The details of the new format have not been disclosed.

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Merc cancels UN General Assembly trip amid revolt within the CDU

Politics 09/16/2026, 15:16

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has cancelled his trip to the UN General Assembly in New York, citing the need to be present in Berlin. The reason is a growing split within the CDU against the backdrop of the party's weak results.

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"Partisan Unit" in Berlin: How Germany's Secret Special Staff Buys Weapons for Ukraine in Two Weeks

Politics 09/16/2026, 15:06

The Financial Times has revealed the workings of Sonderstab Ukraine — a secret staff within the German Ministry of Defence that procures weapons for Kyiv in two weeks. Fewer than 20 people, short decision-making chains and Ukrainian contracts with German financing make it a unique mechanism.

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"There Is No Win-Win in This War": Zelensky Explains What Putin Really Wants in CBC News Interview

Politics 09/16/2026, 14:57

In a CBC News interview, Volodymyr Zelensky stated that there is no win-win formula in the war, and that the only victory is to stop the fighting. He also explained that, in his view, the Kremlin's goal is not part of Ukraine, but all of Ukraine.

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Finland Unveils €5.9 Million Scheme: Pumps and Motors Shipped to Russia Disguised as Deliveries to Kazakhstan and Turkey

Politics 09/16/2026, 14:44

Finland's customs authority has concluded its investigation into a €5.9 million scheme: two Finnish companies supplied Russia with pumps and motors, declaring them as cargo for Kazakhstan and Turkey. The case will be sent to the prosecutor's office by the end of 2026.

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UN Prepares to Move Humanitarian Supplies for Ukraine into Underground Storage After Destruction of Ten Warehouses

Politics 09/16/2026, 14:24

The UN is considering moving humanitarian supplies for Ukraine into underground storage after the destruction of ten of the organization's warehouses as a result of Russian strikes. The losses were not provided for in the 2026 budget.

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Four days before the deadline: how Ukrainian servicemembers can return from AWOL under the simplified program by September 20, 2026

Politics 09/16/2026, 14:15

Until September 20, 2026, servicemembers of the AFU, the State Border Guard Service, and the National Guard whose AWOL was recorded by June 12 can return to service under the simplified program, independently choosing their unit and direction of service.

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US Charges Russians with Financing Terrorism and Conspiring to Commit Murders Worldwide

Politics 09/16/2026, 13:58

US Attorney General Todd Blanche announced charges against several Russians linked to Russian intelligence for financing terrorism and conspiring to commit murders worldwide. The identities of the defendants have not been disclosed.

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Estonia and France Launch Nuclear Deterrence Talks: Tallinn Studies Format of Paris Initiative

Politics 09/16/2026, 13:50

Estonia has begun negotiations with France on joining the Paris initiative to strengthen nuclear deterrence. Prime Minister Kristen Michal called deepening nuclear cooperation "likely" against the backdrop of similar steps by Lithuania, Finland, and Poland.

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Zelensky on the 'energy ceasefire': Kyiv is ready but demands a guarantee mechanism from Russia

Politics 09/16/2026, 13:39

In a CBS News interview, Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed Kyiv's readiness for the "energy ceasefire" announced by Trump, but demanded a concrete guarantee mechanism from Russia to ensure compliance with the terms.

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Zelensky Urges Rada to Pass Seven Laws This Week to Close the Budget Deficit

Politics 09/16/2026, 13:16

Zelensky urged the Verkhovna Rada to pass seven bills this week, necessary to close the state budget deficit and attract financing from the IMF and Europe.

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Zelensky Says Russian Drone Attacked Train Carrying Former CIA Director Petraeus in Volyn

Politics 09/16/2026, 13:09

In an interview with CBS News, Volodymyr Zelensky stated that a Russian drone attacked a train carrying foreign officials in Volyn, among whom, according to him, was former CIA Director David Petraeus.

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Zelensky Says Russia Attacked His Presidential Aircraft With Drones Over Moldova Twice in a Week

Politics 09/16/2026, 12:24

In a CBS News interview, Zelensky said Russia attacked his presidential aircraft with drones over Moldova twice in the past weeks. Chișinău confirmed the airspace violation and the departure delay on September 8.

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Map of "Shahed" movements may become available to all Ukrainians: President's adviser proposes opening data to the public

Politics 09/16/2026, 11:46

Ukrainian President's adviser Sergey Beskrestnov proposed giving the entire population access to a map of "Shahed" movements, while keeping military data in restricted access. Gas stations and Ukrzaliznytsia have already been granted such access.

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