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Closed discussions at the White House revealed that advisors to President Donald Trump believe the conflict with Iran could last until the end of his term in 2029. This contradicts Trump's public statements about a potential quick end to the war.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska arrived in Canada from September 9 to 11. The visit includes events in Calgary, Toronto, and North Bay, focusing on defense, economic, and energy cooperation.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Iceland's Foreign Minister Þórdís Kolbrún Reykfjörð Gylfadóttir. They discussed energy protection, strengthening air defense, and Ukraine's preparations for the winter period.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani urged President Volodymyr Zelensky to include Italy and Poland in peace initiatives alongside France and Germany. Tajani emphasized the importance of uniting the efforts of all EU countries to achieve peace in Ukraine.
The IAEA has referred the issue of Iran's nuclear program to the UN Security Council for the first time in 20 years due to Iran's lack of cooperation in investigating uranium traces. The resolution was supported by 23 out of 35 members.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga responded to a statement by Putin's aide Yuri Ushakov, who called for the US to stop supporting Ukraine to expedite the end of the war. Sybiga noted that these words reveal Russia's true intentions to continue the war without interruption.
The European Union plans to create a satellite system called IRIS², which will serve as an alternative to Starlink. Commissioner Andrius Kubilius urged EU member states to unite efforts for this project, scheduled for launch in 2029, and to avoid separate national initiatives.
On September 9, EU ambassadors failed to reach an agreement on extending individual sanctions against Russia due to Slovakia's opposition. Slovakia insists on a six-month extension instead of the proposed one year and demands the removal of certain names from the sanctions list.
American startup Covenant plans to begin mass production of affordable Anthem cruise missiles in Germany starting in 2027. The company aims to produce 5,000 units annually to meet the demand from European countries for long-range weapons.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe may take a leading role in negotiations to end Russia's war against Ukraine. The Trump administration is considering changes to the negotiation team due to a lack of progress.
Yuri Ushakov, an aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin, stated that the US must stop military aid to Ukraine to end the war. He also mentioned the possibility of peace talks in a US-Russia-Ukraine format.
The Committee of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe has urged the creation of a mechanism to use frozen Russian assets to compensate Ukraine based on rulings from the European Court of Human Rights. The initiative suggests the potential transfer of billions of euros to Ukraine.
On September 9, Russia carried out a massive shelling of Ukraine using missiles and drones. In Kyiv, four people were injured due to the attack, while two individuals died in Odesa Oblast. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha urged international partners to strengthen air defense and increase arms supplies.
On September 9, Iran launched a missile attack on a US military base in Jordan and targeted ten vessels near the Strait of Hormuz. This was in response to the sinking of five Iranian oil tankers by US forces. The mutual attacks on maritime vessels marked the largest wave since the war began six months ago.
The European Union and Canada are discussing the creation of a new alliance to counter pressure from the US and China. An announcement is expected on September 16, when European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will present plans for deepening cooperation in various areas.
