September 12 was marked by major international developments in Kyiv. High-level guests, including Prince Harry, visited Ukraine to pledge support for the wounded. President Zelensky also humorously offered Ukrainian citizenship to the now-diplomatic celebrity cat Kellogg.
Amid these events, Moscow announced that negotiations with Ukraine over a ceasefire are currently on pause. Kremlin spokesperson Peskov stated that talks to end the war are effectively stalled, blaming European interference in the peace process.
Meanwhile, a Russian drone attacked a civilian car in Kharkiv region, injuring two women and a man who are receiving medical care. Deepstate maps also report Russian advances in several areas of the Dnipropetrovsk region, with some towns reportedly encircled or seized.
The Russian drone attacks into Polish territory triggered an active response from Ukraine and its allies. NATO has launched a military operation, 'Eastern Sentinel', announced by NATO Europe Chief General Alexus Grynkiewicz and Secretary-General Mark Rutte. Countries participating include Denmark, Germany, France, the UK and others; significant Polish troops are also stationed at the border with Belarus during ongoing military drills.
China has called for diplomatic solutions, discouraging further escalation after the strikes on Poland, while new railway shipping routes between Poland, Belarus and China are being established.
Former US President Donald Trump has signaled reluctance for American troops to defend Europe, though no withdrawals have been implemented. New sanctions and asset seizures against Russia are under discussion in reaction to the attacks on Poland.
European governments, especially Poland, are focusing on air defense upgrades. Denmark has announced record air defense purchases, while joint Polish-Ukrainian military exercises on counter-drone tactics are planned.
The bulletin ends with news of the murder of US blogger Charlie Kirk. A suspect has been detained, and the investigation is ongoing.
