The news of September 15 was marked by several important events in Ukraine. First, Ukrainian troops managed to regain control of the village of Andriivka, located in the east of the country near Bakhmut. This advance on the ground is good news for the Ukrainian army which seeks to repel Russian forces and restore stability in the region.
At the same time, UNESCO took an important decision by including the Saint Sophia Cathedral in Kiev, monastic buildings as well as the historic center of Lviv on the list of World Heritage in Danger. This decision follows the Russian invasion of Ukraine and aims to warn of the threats weighing on these historical and cultural sites.
Diplomatic news was also marked by the confirmation of the meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and American President Joe Biden. The meeting, which will take place at the White House on Thursday, aims to discuss US support for Ukraine in its fight against the Russian invasion. This meeting is of vital importance as Ukraine attempts to advance its counter-offensive against Russian forces.
Regarding trade tensions, Poland and Slovakia have decided to extend the embargo on Ukrainian grain, despite decisions by the European Commission to end these restrictions. Hungary also tightened import restrictions on Ukrainian grain. These decisions go against the European Union’s efforts to maintain economic cooperation with Ukraine.
Finally, on the side of the Olympic Games, Russia has ruled out a possible boycott of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. This statement from the president of the Russian Olympic Committee puts an end to speculation about a possible reaction from Russia following diplomatic and military tensions with Ukraine.
In summary, the news of September 15 in Ukraine was marked by military advances, UNESCO decisions concerning cultural heritage, important diplomatic meetings and trade tensions between certain European countries. The situation remains tense in the region and future developments remain uncertain.