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The Ukraine national football team ended in a draw with Azerbaijan in the second round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. This sporting event comes as Ukraine faces major challenges both domestically and in international relations. Young men are reportedly leaving major Ukrainian companies en masse in search of opportunities abroad, amid heightened tensions. Moreover, political figures like Boris Johnson support Ukraine's right to defend itself by potentially striking military bases in Russia. These developments reflect ongoing complexities in Ukraine's political landscape, with discussions on security and military strategies continuing. The world watches closely as Ukraine navigates through these turbulent times.

What was the result of Ukraine's match against Azerbaijan?

In the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Ukraine's national team played against Azerbaijan resulting in a draw. This match marks an important step in Ukraine's sporting journey amidst various geopolitical challenges.

Why are young Ukrainian men leaving major companies?

Young men in Ukraine are reportedly leaving major companies in large numbers, motivated by opportunities abroad and the pressing geopolitical situation. This trend reflects the socio-economic pressures within Ukraine, considering the nation's ongoing conflicts and economic uncertainties.

What did Boris Johnson say about Ukraine's military options?

Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has stated that Ukraine should have the option to strike Russian military bases from which civilian-targeted attacks originate. This assertion supports Ukraine's right to robust self-defense amidst continuous aggression from Russia.

How is Ukraine managing defense procurement costs?

The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense successfully saved approximately ₴511 million by utilizing framework agreements for FPV drone procurement. This cost-effective strategy illustrates Ukraine’s proactive approach in maximizing defense resources in light of ongoing geopolitical tensions.

What are the EU's plans for a buffer zone between Ukraine and Russia?

The European Union is considering the establishment of a 40-kilometre buffer zone between Ukraine and Russian forces. This proposal aims to create a zone of separation to mitigate hostilities and as part of amending solutions towards a peaceful resolution in the region.

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Ex-official sentenced to 6 years in the US US convicts former Air Force officer for passing secrets about war in Ukraine Former US Air Force employee David Slater received nearly six years in prison for passing secret information about the Russian-Ukrainian war through a dating website. 1 610 2 Previously in trend: US security

senate,the usa US Senate approves defence budget for 2026: Ukraine to receive $500 million in aid The US Senate has approved the defence budget for the 2026 fiscal year, which provides for the allocation of $500 million to support Ukraine. 3 804 29 Previously in trend: US aid to Ukraine

The Ministry of Education and Science inspects universities Ministry of Education and Science: "Education will not save you from mobilisation" – universities being checked for fictitious postgraduate students The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine has stated that education cannot be used as a means of evading mobilisation. 2 872 27 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Zelenskyy will begin his visit to the US with a trip to a factory where 155-mm shells are produced for Ukraine Ukraine, together with European Union, will reach level of artillery shell production equal to that of Russian Federation in 2026 - Zelenskyy In 2026, the production of artillery shells in the EU and Ukraine may catch up with the Russian Federation; the key is the increase in the caliber of 155 mm and ammunition. 1 001 12 Previously in trend: Production of weapons

The EU supported Moldova, but did not mention Ukraine MEPs call for negotiations with Moldova, but do not mention Ukraine Members of the European Parliament from 19 EU countries have appealed to the President of the European Council, António Costa, to immediately open negotiations on Moldova's accession to the European Union. 4 178 50 Previously in trend: Ukraine EU accession

Ukraine trains NATO to fight Russian drones NATO is learning from Ukraine to counter Russian drones - Atlantic Council Ukrainian experts are teaching NATO allies how to effectively counter Russian drones. Their expertise is recognized at the level of Denmark and NATO. 722 7 Previously in trend: Russian drones over Europe

procurement,weapons US shutdown could block Ukraine’s billion-dollar UAV deal - Telegraph Several meetings of the Ukrainian delegation with American officials have already been disrupted this week. The officials were asked to "stay home" 2 908 23 Previously in trend: Threat of shutdown in the USA

Orban stated that Ukraine is not a sovereign state Orban: Ukraine is not a sovereign state because it is held by EU Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has stated that Ukraine is not a sovereign state, as it is financially dependent on aid from the European Union. 3 860 47 Previously in trend: Anti-Ukrainian position of Orban

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy awarded 16 cities with title "Hero City of Ukraine" President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed decrees awarding the honorary title of "Hero City of Ukraine" to 16 cities: Pavlohrad, Nikopol, Marhanets, Druzhkivka, Kramatorsk, Kostiantynivka, Pokrovsk, Sloviansk, Huliaipole, Orikhiv, Voznesensk, Bashtanka, Sumy, Trostianets, Kupiansk, and Starokostiantyniv. 5 320 63

weapons Number of lost and stolen weapons in Ukraine has increased. INFOGRAPHICS Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion in Ukraine, more than 491,000 weapons have been lost or stolen. This indicates an almost twofold increase in this figure over the past year alone. 2 339 12

Kaleniuk reports persecution of her family Kaleniuk, director of Anti-Corruption Action Center, said authorities were putting pressure on her family: "We expect provocations in near future" Daria Kaleniuk, co-founder and executive director of the Anti-Corruption Action Center, reported pressure from the authorities on her family. 2 900 21

Ukraine 76% of Ukrainians optimistic about country’s future – poll. INFOGRAPHICS An overwhelming majority of Ukrainians view both Ukraine’s future and their own positively. 1 467 32 Previously in trend: Poll on war in Ukraine

flag Ukrainian defenders raised flags in Oleksiivka in Sumy Oblast and restoring control there. VIDEO Ukrainian soldiers have planted flags in different parts of the village of Oleksiivka in Sumy region: the fighters are gradually regaining control over the settlement. 2 426 11

Over 10,000 men aged 18-22 left Ukraine in a week Over 10,000 men aged 18-22 left Ukraine in week, - Polish border guards More than 10,000 men aged 18-22 left Ukraine in one week, between 28 August and 3 September. This is 11 times more than a week earlier, when permission to leave was still prohibited. 4 891 75 Previously in trend: Going abroad under age of 25

Ukraine may receive $300 billion in financing Ukraine could receive $300 billion without confiscating Russian funds - Reuters The defense and budget deficit loan will be repaid only if Russia pays for the damages caused. If Moscow refuses, the loan will be written off. 3 306 6 Previously in trend: Use of frozen assets of Russian Federation Reparations from Russia

Trump US will help ensure peace after Russia’s war in Ukraine, - Trump The United States will help ensure peace after the end of Russia's war in Ukraine. 3 462 42 Previously in trend: Support for Ukraine

Volgograd, oil refinery Ukrainian drones strike Volgograd oil refinery and Gazprom’s plant in Bashkortostan Units of the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (SOF) struck the Volgograd Oil Refinery ("LukOil-Volgogradneftepererabotka") in Russia overnight on 18 September. 82 0 Previously in trend: UAV attack on oil refinery of Russia Drone industry

The result of the work of interceptor drones in the Kyiv region EU to use Ukrainian technologies to build "drone wall" on its border – FT The EU is preparing to spend billions on a "drone wall" along its eastern border after recent Russian airspace violations in Poland and Romania, building on technologies tested by Ukraine. 50 0 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence Drone industry

drones Largest investment since start of war: Ukrainian startup Swarmer secures $15 million for drone swarm development Ukrainian AI developer Swarmer, which builds autonomy solutions for drones, has raised $15 million from U.S. investors — Broadband Capital Investments, R-G.AI, D3 Ventures, Green Flag Ventures, Radius Capital, and Network VC. 24 0 Previously in trend: Drone industry

Putin may lose the "race against time" West may force Putin to reconsider his plans against Ukraine, - Bloomberg The West is ready to increase economic and political pressure on Russia, and time may be of the essence for the Kremlin if the US and Europe act in concert. 2 393 10 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Ukraine and the US discussed the launch of new joint defence enterprises Ukraine and U.S. discuss launch of new defense enterprises. PHOTOS Ukraine’s Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed prospects for launching new joint ventures and large-scale investment projects with U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Ukraine Julie Davis and a delegation from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation. 908 6

Azerbaijan-Ukraine Ukraine national team draws with Azerbaijan in 2026 World Cup qualifier On September 9, Ukraine’s national football team drew with Azerbaijan in the second round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. 3 867 36 Previously in trend: Ukraine national football team matches

Young men quit major companies and leave Ukraine en masse Men under 22 quit major companies and leave Ukraine en masse – media Young men are quitting Ukrainian companies en masse due to the possibility of leaving the country. 33 111 189 Previously in trend: Going abroad under age of 25

Ukraine should get the right to attack military bases in Russia Ukraine should have right to strike military bases in Russia - Johnson Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that Ukraine should be granted the right to strike military bases in Russia from which attacks on civilians are carried out. 2 108 19 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Armed Forces strikes on Russian positions Strikes on Russian logistics

military exemption Government clarifies grounds for military exemption of employees from mobilization The Cabinet of Ministers has clarified the grounds for military exemption of persons liable for military service during mobilization and martial law. 3 0 Previously in trend: Employee mobilization exemption Drone industry

Drones, FPV, FPV drones, FPV drones Ministry of Defence’s state-owned enterprise saves ₴511 million on FPV drone procurement. How was this achieved? The Defense Procurement Agency (DPA) of the Ministry of Defense saved almost 511 million hryvnias in the purchase of FPV drones by using framework agreements based on tactical and technical requirements. 14 0 Previously in trend: Procurement of drones Drone industry

General Staff report EU proposes 40-kilometre buffer zone between Ukraine and Russia, - Politico Europe is considering the possibility of creating a 40-kilometre buffer zone between Ukrainian and Russian troops as part of a potential peace agreement. 9 866 55 Previously in trend: Foreign troops in Ukraine buffer zone

Fidan on territorial concessions Kremlin no longer plans to control all four regions, now it is only talking about two regions, - Fidan In recent months, there have been important shifts in Russia's position on the war in Ukraine. 22 438 105 Previously in trend: Territorial concessions

Rebecca Paterson on supporting Ukraine World must not allow Ukraine to lose in war with Russia - Canadian Senator Paterson Ukraine's defeat in the war with Russia is unacceptable: it would jeopardize the security of the whole of Europe. The only path to peace is firm solidarity and consistent assistance from the international community. 1 299 12 Previously in trend: Support for Ukraine

ERAM State Department approves sale of 3,350 ERAM missiles to Ukraine The US Department of State has approved the sale of 3,350 ERAM missiles to Ukraine for $825 million. 12 580 74 Previously in trend: Buying weapons from the US

Lévente Magyar on Ukraine’s European integration Kyiv must take steps to meet Budapest halfway so that it changes its position on Ukraine’s European integration, - Hungarian Deputy Foreign Minister Magyar After meeting with Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka, Hungarian Deputy Foreign Minister Levente Magyar did not rule out that Budapest could change its position on Ukraine's EU membership. 11 542 33 Previously in trend: Hungary’s position on Ukraine’s EU membership

Häkkänen Russia does not want peace and continues to stall for time - Finnish Defense Minister Häkkanen Finnish Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen said that Russia is continuing its military activities and merely stalling for time, believing that this will make it more resilient than Western democracies. 493 1 Previously in trend: Peace negotiations

Szijjarto again calls for peace agreement after Russia’s strike on Ukraine After Russian strike, Szijjártó again called for negotiations, but did not mention Russia and Zakarpattia Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó responded to Russia's massive strike on Ukrainian regions, in particular Transcarpathia, but did not mention Russia as the aggressor in his post and called for the conclusion of a "peace agreement" as soon as possible. 2 058 12 Previously in trend: Massive rocket attack

Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni Meloni proposes plan to provide security guarantees to Ukraine in form of collective assistance, which does not involve NATO membership, - Bloomberg European leaders are discussing security guarantees for Kyiv that would oblige Ukraine's allies to decide within 24 hours on providing assistance in the event of a renewed Russian attack. 2 436 56 Previously in trend: Security guarantees from Europe

pentagon US wants to minimise its role in security guarantees for Ukraine, - Politico US Deputy Secretary of Defence Elbridge Colby, responding to questions from European military leaders at a meeting chaired by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told allies that the United States plans to limit its participation in future security guarantees for Ukraine, placing the main responsibility on Europe. 2 595 35 Previously in trend: Security guarantees for Ukraine

Massive strike on 21 August Russian Federation’s army launched combined strike at Ukraine At dawn, explosions were heard in a number of regions of Ukraine - Russia attacked with missiles. 6 179 13 Previously in trend: Massive rocket attack

Каво Драгоне про подальшу підтримку Україну NATO confirmed support for Ukraine at level of military leaders During a video conference, military leaders of NATO member states confirmed their continued support for Ukraine and emphasized that achieving a just and lasting peace remains a priority. 692 9 Previously in trend: Support for Ukraine

Austria will provide aid Austria to provide additional €2 million in humanitarian aid to Ukraine Austria has decided to provide Ukraine with additional funds as part of its humanitarian assistance. 562 7 Previously in trend: Financial assistance to Ukraine

Baiba Braže on Ukraine’s territorial concessions Ukraine can make some concessions to Russia, but this decision should be made by Ukrainians, - Braže In order to achieve peace, Ukraine may make concessions to some of Russia's demands, but these should be decisions made by Ukrainians themselves 2 709 14 Previously in trend: Territorial concessions

Merz on territorial concessions Ukraine should not give up Donbas to Russia - Merz Russia's demands for territorial concessions from Ukraine are unacceptable. It is as if the United States was demanding the state of Florida. 4 579 25 Previously in trend: Trump-Zelenskyy meeting Territorial concessions

NATO Secretary General Rutte 30 countries have been developing security guarantees for Ukraine for several months, - Rutte Over the past few months, a group of 30 countries, including Japan and Australia, has been working on the concept of security guarantees for Ukraine. 1 430 18 Previously in trend: Security guarantees for Ukraine

Canada welcomes US readiness to provide security guarantees to Ukraine US can help ensure peace in Ukraine through security guarantees - Carney Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney noted that the openness of the United States within the framework of the "coalition of the determined" effort creates a chance to end Russia's illegal war in Ukraine. 2 090 49 Previously in trend: Security guarantees for Ukraine

Stubb on the Alaska negotiations Stubb noted role of US in negotiations in Alaska and emphasized security guarantees for Ukraine Finnish President Alexander Stubb thanked the US President for the information regarding the negotiations in Alaska and emphasized that reliable security guarantees are a key factor in achieving lasting peace in Ukraine. 1 312 18 Previously in trend: Meeting between Trump and Putin

US orders AMRAAM missiles for Ukraine and allies Pentagon signs contract to produce AMRAAM missiles for Ukraine and allies The US Department of Defense announced the signing of a $3.5 billion contract with Raytheon Technologies for the production of AMRAAM missiles and related equipment, which will be transferred to Ukraine and allied countries. 4 509 7 Previously in trend: Military aid to Ukraine

defence, fortification Ukraine has begun largest construction of defensive structures since start of war - WSJ Ukraine has launched the largest construction work to strengthen the frontline since the beginning of Russia's invasion. The large-scale construction is aimed at deterring a new summer offensive by Russian troops. 91 722 86 Previously in trend: Construction of fortifications

Ukraine European Union Ukraine has already lost 1.4 billion euros because Kyiv has not implemented promised reforms After parliament passed and the president signed a law that destroyed the independence of the NABU, Ukraine was rocked by the news that the EU had "cut" its financial aid tranche to the Ukrainian budget from nearly €4.5 billion to €3.05 billion. 1 940 24 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine from Europe Reforms in Ukraine

The EU may completely stop aid to Ukraine European Commission has warned Ukraine that it may suspend all financial assistance to country if Kyiv puts pressure on anti-corruption bodies, - media The European Commission has threatened Ukraine with a complete suspension of financial assistance due to the law limiting the powers of the NABU and the SAPO and subordinating their activities to the Prosecutor General. 16 205 136 Previously in trend: Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence New law regarding NABU and SAPO

Viktor Orban called Ukraine a buffer state Ukraine should be "buffer" state and cooperate with EU instead of joining - Orban Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has offered Ukraine "strategic" cooperation, believing that Ukraine's membership in the EU will allegedly bring the war to Europe. 4 499 65 Previously in trend: Anti-Ukrainian position of Orban