On September 30, a Ukrainian delegation headed by the Deputy Minister of Defense traveled to Washington for talks on weaponry, focusing on Ukrainian defense products and joint drone manufacturing. The main topic is expanding the export of surplus weapons to the US, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
Overnight, Russia launched new attacks on Ukraine. A drone struck a residential building in Chernychchyna, Sumy region, killing a family with two children. Shelling was also reported in Kherson, causing casualties and injuries, and damaging civilian and administrative infrastructure.
Russian oil refineries have started installing anti-drone nets due to the increasing threat from Ukrainian UAVs, with a lack of air defense systems. Protection services are actively marketed in Russia’s border areas.
Europe is enhancing its defense: Denmark urgently mobilized reservists after drone flights were detected; similar actions were taken in Finland, Sweden, and Poland. Estonia’s Foreign Ministry warns citizens of risks when traveling to Belarus.
The EU is considering stricter movement controls for Russian diplomats, requiring advance notification for cross-border travel, and allows member states to deny entry or transit without explanation.
Poland’s president submitted a bill to criminalize Bandera ideology and signed a decision to continue funding Starlink terminals in Ukraine.
In the US, Donald Trump is preparing an evening address amid a looming government shutdown due to budget disputes. Without a compromise, the government could halt operations from October 1.
In Afghanistan, there is a full internet blackout reportedly due to Taliban policies. Similar internet issues could arise in countries with strict controls, such as Russia, North Korea, and China.
