September 21 was relatively calm for Ukraine: 54 drone attacks were recorded overnight, with 33 shot down and 21 reaching targets at eight locations. Ukrainian intelligence successfully struck in Crimea, destroying three Russian Mi-8 helicopters and a radar station.
A unique Russian IMR-3M engineering vehicle was also destroyed by Ukrainian forces—a significant achievement given its rarity and protection.
Internationally, new approaches to Ukrainian security guarantees are being discussed. Finnish President Alexander Stubb indicated NATO may intervene if Russia attacks again after a potential peace agreement, echoed by Czechia and Lithuania.
Estonia convened a UN Security Council meeting about airspace violations for the first time in its 34-year UN membership.
The EU is considering cutting off the "Druzhba" pipeline for Hungary and Slovakia, which could impact sanctions against Russia.
Donald Trump announced a proposed one-time $100,000 fee for US work visas for foreigners, and demanded Afghanistan return the Bagram airbase to US control, a request refused by the Taliban.
Ukraine is debating tighter border controls for young people of conscription age, suggesting a border closure for citizens aged 18-22 who must be registered for military service.
A fundraising campaign continues for vehicles for Ukraine’s 155th Mechanized Brigade, currently deployed on the Pokrovske front.
