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Polish man beaten in Czechia after Silesian colors mistaken for Ukrainian flag
A group of Poles attacked Chorzów resident Kuba Heisig in central Ostrava, Czechia, after mistaking him for a Ukrainian. The incident occurred on the evening of September 11 during his charity bicycle journey along the historical borders of Upper Silesia, Wiadomości reported. The attackers apparently became aggressive because of Heisig’s yellow-and-blue bucket hat bearing the…
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Mahuchikh becomes first-ever Ultimate world champion
Ukrainian athlete Yaroslava Mahuchikh has won gold at the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest. In the women’s high jump final, the 24-year-old Ukrainian cleared 1.99 metres. Mahuchikh achieved the winning height on her second attempt and was the only competitor to clear it. Australia’s Nicola Olyslagers claimed silver with 1.95 metres. Australian Eleanor…
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European Commission approves €6.1 billion to strengthen Ukraine’s defenses
The European Commission has approved €6.1 billion that Ukraine can use to purchase air defense systems, missiles, drones, and electronic warfare equipment. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the decision. According to her, the approval will also allow Ukraine to acquire equipment and interceptor missiles for Patriot systems to strengthen the protection of…
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Canada to provide Ukraine with 30% of drones produced under Drone Deal
Canada will become the first country in the Americas to implement a Drone Deal with Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced during his visit to the Canadian province of Alberta. Together with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Zelenskyy inspected drones that will be among the first produced under the agreement. Canada is prepared to place large…
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Ukrainian Consulate General in Düsseldorf evacuated following threat report
On the evening of September 10, police launched a major operation near the Ukrainian Consulate General in Düsseldorf after receiving information about a possible threat, DPA reported. The operation began at around 5:30 p.m. The consulate was evacuated, while the building and surrounding area were cordoned off and searched. Police also closed part of a…
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Russians mockingly call Trump’s envoys “Vityok and the son-in-law” — Stefanishyna
Russians mockingly call Trump’s envoys “Vityok and the son-in-law,” Stefanishyna says Moscow displays a condescending attitude toward US President Donald Trump’s negotiators, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, former Ukrainian Ambassador to the United States Olha Stefanishyna said in an interview with Vlasta Lazur for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. “Russians call the negotiators ‘Vityok and zyatyok.’…
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Young people leaving the country has harmed Ukraine’s defense capability — MP
The decision to allow men aged 18 to 22 to travel abroad has negatively affected Ukraine’s defense capability and economy, according to Ukrainian MP Ruslan Horbenko. He said that although men in this age group are currently not subject to mobilization, they could work at defense industry enterprises. “Our young people aged 18 to 22…
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Zelenskyy discusses energy security and air defense with Iceland’s foreign minister
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir while traveling to Canada. The talks focused on Ukraine’s preparations for the upcoming winter, protecting the country’s energy infrastructure, and strengthening its air defense capabilities. Zelenskyy said Ukraine expects to continue its cooperation with Iceland, including further contributions to the Ukraine Energy Support…
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Zelenskyy Arrives in Norway to Bid Farewell to King Harald V
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and First Lady Olena Zelenska have arrived in Norway. On September 9, they will attend the farewell ceremony for King Harald V. “Tomorrow, on behalf of all our people, we will express our gratitude to Norway during the farewell ceremony for His Majesty King Harald V,” the president said. King Harald V…
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Trump’s envoys brought tougher terms for ending the war to Kyiv – MP Skorokhod
Ukrainian MP Anna Skorokhod described the recent talks between the Ukrainian authorities and representatives of the US president as inconclusive. According to her, instead of achieving a breakthrough, the American delegation brought Kyiv tougher proposals than those discussed previously. Among the new conditions, the MP cited the withdrawal of Ukrainian Defense Forces from Donbas, amendments…