long-awaited meeting 🥹💙💛

Ukraine pushed the war’s deep-rear front while Russia launched a record Shahed barrage. Europe signaled zero tolerance for airspace violations, and Zelensky’s meeting with President Trump now carries extra weight. https://buymeacoffee.com/meaninuak/top-news-today-22-september-2025

A record night of Russian drones met tougher Ukrainian air defenses as Kyiv struck deep into Crimea and Russia’s rear. Europe warned Moscow, and Zelensky heads into a pivotal New York meeting with President Trump. https://www.patreon.com/posts/top-news-today-139516484

Zelensky in New York President Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska have arrived in New York to take part in the UN General Assembly. Ukraine’s voice will be heard on the world’s biggest stage — at a time when global unity matters most.

🇬🇧-made AS-90 howitzer + skilled 🇺🇦 gunners = deadly combo for the enemy 📷: 3rd Assault Brigade

Russian outlets report about nearly 10 explosions in Moscow and the region during a massive UAV attack. Airports are grounded, skies are closed, and air defense batteries are firing nonstop. The Russian capital faces a night of sirens and uncertainty.

"We will rebuild every house, every street, every city. We tell russia: learn the words ‘reparations’ and ‘contributions.’ You will repay everything you did against Ukraine.” - Volodymyr Zelensky

Please honor him. We will never forget you. 🇨🇦🇺🇦🫡❤️‍🩹

Have a great week! 📷: 148th Artillery Brigade

Marinka, Ukraine before and after the Russian invasion

For the first time ever, Ukrainian intelligence forces destroyed two Russian Be-12 “Chaika” amphibious aircraft in occupied Crimea — a major loss for the enemy. In addition, a Russian Mi-8 helicopter was hit.👇

UN week opens with hard choices: Kyiv confirms Zelensky–Trump, Estonia triggers a UNSC session, and Ukraine smashes targets in Crimea. NATO patrols intensify, Sevastopol runs short on fuel, and Europe eyes frozen assets for Kyiv. Read today’s full briefing.

Zelensky–Trump confirmed in New York as Estonia forces a UN debate on Russia’s Baltic incursions. Inside: fresh Ukrainian strikes in Crimea, NATO jets over Poland and the Baltic, Sevastopol’s fuel crunch, and London’s plan to leverage frozen Russian assets.

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The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) warns: Putin is using Kremlin insiders to intimidate Ukraine and the West. According to Bloomberg, the dictator believes military escalation is the best way to force Ukraine into negotiations on his terms.👇

Looks like the Russian refinery bingo card is filling up fast 🎯 One by one, new squares get checked off — the board is almost complete.

Over the past week, Russia has launched 1,500 drones and 50 missiles against Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky said. He noted that Russian forces also dropped more than 1,280 guided aerial bombs.

Prymary - HUR special forces destroyed three Russian Mi-8 helicopters and a 55Zh6U “Nebo-U” radar system. “The occupiers’ air fleet in temporarily occupied Crimea has once again shrunk,” Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence noted.

Pray for these warriors who still fighting on the front lines. Defenders of Freedom 🙏

In yesterday’s massive attack, Ukraine destroyed 29 of 32 Russian X-101 cruise missiles. Most of them were shot down not by air defenses on the ground — but by the Ukrainian Air Force’s newly deployed F-16 jets. A clear signal: the sky over Ukraine is becoming deadlier for Russia’s missiles.

Dnipro hit hard, refineries ablaze deep in Russia, and Zelensky heads to UNGA with Assault Forces and cross-border air-defense coordination in focus. Our 20 Sept edition has the details. https://buymeacoffee.com/meaninuak/top-news-today-20-september-2025

One of the heaviest Russian night attacks slammed Dnipro—then Ukrainian drones torched refineries in Saratov and Samara. Inside: exact targets, interception tallies, and Kyiv’s UNGA agenda. https://www.patreon.com/posts/top-news-today-139362398

Photo with the Commander-in-Chief 😀💙💛

Glory to the women defending Ukraine. They inspire the world with their fearless resolve. 📷: 67th Mechanized Brigade

Even in the toughest times, light shines through. #StandWithUkraine 📷: 22nd Mechanized Brigade

110K The combat losses of the enemy from February 24, 2022 to September 20, 2025

Seven settlements regained, deep strikes confirmed, and Brussels moves on LNG and the shadow fleet. Our 19 Sept roundup uses only today’s list—clear, complete, and on point. https://buymeacoffee.com/meaninuak/top-news-today-19-september-2025

EU’s 19th sanctions package lands as Ukraine liberates territory, hits Russian logistics, and unveils the 2,000-km-range TOLOKA drone. Read today’s full breakdown from our 19 Sept list. https://www.patreon.com/posts/top-news-today-139304400

The Saratov Oil Refinery is one of Russia’s major plants on the Volga, processing over 6 million tons of crude annually into gasoline, diesel, aviation fuel, and bitumen. A precision strike reportedly damaged key installations, disrupting production and👇

Unity is Ukraine’s strongest weapon. When we stand together, no force can break us. 📷: 45th Artillery Brigade

In the sky above Kharkiv, the city's defenders intercepted another Russian drone. A brief flash, a trail of fire — and then silence. Every Shahed drone shot down is one less threat to the residents of Kharkiv.

Between the 1950s and 1970s, from Khrushchev’s Thaw to Brezhnev’s stagnation, Ukraine experienced industrial growth and urbanization, but also deeper russification yet underground cultural resistance that kept national identity alive despite Soviet control. Full story here: vist.ly/47g4j

What people mean when they say “It’s all Putin’s fault”

At the Windsor Castle banquet during Donald and Melania Trump’s visit to the UK, Queen Camilla appeared in a deep blue Fiona Clare gown, while Melania Trump chose a radiant yellow Carolina Herrera dress. A symbolic splash of Ukraine’s colors in the heart of Britain’s royal halls.

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“Ukraine is now using its own weapons to hit russia and no longer consult Washington regarding where it strikes.” - Zelensky

“Putin let me down,” said U.S. President Donald Trump.

Dobropillia gains, refinery hits deep in Russia, 1,000 interceptor drones/day, and EU action on assets & sanctions—here are the key takeaways for 18 September 2025. https://buymeacoffee.com/meaninuak/top-news-today-18-september-2025

Ukraine pushes forward near Dobropillia, hits key Russian refineries, and prepares to field 1,000 interceptor drones daily as the EU moves on frozen assets and a 19th sanctions package. Read the essential updates from 18 September. https://www.patreon.com/posts/top-news-today-139226543

A smile during hard times — that’s the spirit you can’t destroy. 📷: 127th Mechanized Brigade

Lavrov: "The Russian army never strikes civilian targets".

Ukraine will win! Glory to Heroes 💙💛 📸 Brigade Rubizh

According to preliminary information, drones targeted the Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat petrochemical plant, located 1,300 km from Ukraine’s border. Reports suggest the strike hit the ELOU-AVT-4 unit, which processes crude oil into gasoline, diesel, kerosene, and fuel oil.

The ladies are sending the message.

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Germany has changed its position and now supports expanding the use of frozen russian assets to finance Ukraine. Bloomberg notes that this turnaround comes from fears in Berlin: if Trump reduces U.S. support, the economic burden of aid will fall on Germany as the EU’s largest economy.👇

EP office in Kyiv; PURL to deliver Patriot/HIMARS; 172 Shaheds (136 downed), 20+ trains delayed; RU losses 1,020; UK–Ukraine century pact. Full rundown inside ⤵️ https://buymeacoffee.com/meaninuak/top-news-today-september-17-2025

King Charles expressed his support for Ukraine: "Today, as tyranny once again threatens Europe, we and our allies stand together in support of Ukraine, to deter aggression, and to secure peace," he said. It's such a nice gesture, and Trump does need a reminder.

EP opens a permanent office in Kyiv, PURL confirms Patriot/HIMARS in the next packages, and Russia’s 172-drone raid delays 20+ trains—plus RU losses, UK–Ukraine 100-year pact, and DFC funding. Read our Sept 17 briefing for the full picture ⤵️ https://www.patreon.com/posts/top-news-today-139147042

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