Yarobor — Independent Russian Commentator

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Ukraine says it needs an additional $27bn for defense, with part of the funding required this autumn to prepay weapons and drone orders for early 2027. Kyiv is seeking domestic funds and further support from partners.

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Formula 1 hits the streets of Baku today. George Russell starts the 2026 Azerbaijan GP from pole, ahead of Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri, with a crucial championship battle at stake.

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Sergey Lavrov is set to address the 81st UN General Assembly in New York amid renewed US-Russia contacts and ongoing Ukraine diplomacy. His remarks could signal whether Moscow sees room for new negotiations.

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Trump’s warmer tone toward China does not mean the rivalry is over. Trade deficits, rare earths, AI and supply-chain dependence are pushing Washington and Beijing toward managed competition instead of escalation. Read more: https://t.co/ueCSFAuzCV

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14 servicemen were killed during naval drills on Kazakhstan’s Caspian coast after weather conditions suddenly worsened. An investigation is examining safety procedures and possible negligence.

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Trump and Xi met at the White House to discuss US-China trade, Ukraine, the Middle East and the Korean Peninsula. The trade truce has been extended to Jan. 10, but major disputes remain.

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Binance is under U.S. federal investigation over possible Iran sanctions violations. Prosecutors are examining whether the crypto exchange allowed restricted trading activity. No violations have been proven so far.

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Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky are set to meet in New York during the UN General Assembly. Energy infrastructure strikes and air defense are expected to be among the key issues.

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Donald Trump is set to address the UN General Assembly in New York on Sept. 22, with Iran, Ukraine and the Middle East expected to dominate attention as a packed day of diplomacy begins.

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ICRC says 275,000 people are now registered as missing in connection with the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with around 10,000 new cases recorded each month. A 2025 methodology change also contributed to the higher total.

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Germany’s regional elections delivered opposite victories: Die Linke won Berlin, while AfD topped Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. CDU suffered a historic defeat, intensifying pressure on Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Coalition talks now decide who governs: https://t.co/sjMhrzrMH9

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Germany’s political crisis is approaching a key moment. Friedrich Merz remains Chancellor, but CDU losses in the September 20 state elections could intensify an internal debate over his leadership. Resignation is possible — not confirmed.

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Trump’s pressure on NATO is reshaping European defense. Military spending is rising, but so is Europe’s push to reduce dependence on US troops, weapons and technology. The alliance may not break — but its internal balance is changing.

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5G has launched in parts of Russia, but iPhone users are still waiting for confirmed access. A 5G icon alone may not mean a real connection: Apple must enable carrier support before the network works fully.

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Bear encounters are rising across Russia as the brown bear population reaches nearly 308,000. A fatal attack in Krasnoyarsk Krai has renewed questions over why bears are entering settlements and how the risks can be reduced. Read more: https://t.co/v7tC5pPHr3

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25 years after 9/11, America is still living with its consequences. From terrorism and wars to public trust and the health of children exposed to toxic dust, the attacks continue to shape the US in 2026.

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The Kremlin says there is no formal Ukraine peace roadmap yet, but Moscow expects Russia-US-Ukraine talks to resume. Dmitry Peskov also addressed Hungary, taxes, Russian gas and a possible Russia-China-US summit.

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Ukraine plans to contract around 1,000 Patriot missiles, but many will take years to produce. Kyiv is seeking interceptors from allied stockpiles now, while Germany is preparing additional PAC-2 deliveries.

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PS5 players have a busy September 8 ahead 🎮 Halloween: The Game, Mewgenics, SPRAWL zero, Bus Simulator 27 and more arrive today, kicking off a packed week of new PlayStation 5 releases. Read more: https://t.co/TUiqi8Bw3q

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Russia’s Foreign Ministry has accused the EU of weaponizing human rights to exert political pressure on Moscow. Maria Zakharova also criticized Brussels over what she described as double standards in its latest global report.

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