September 22: What Happened on This Day in History

• 2023: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Washington to appeal for continued military and financial support in Ukraine's ongoing conflict with Russia. During his congressional visit, he reported positive progress in the summer counteroffensive and emphasized Ukraine's strategic resilience. President Biden responded by announcing a new $325 million aid package, reaffirming US commitment to supporting Ukraine against Russian invasion.
• 2018: On September 22, 2018, a devastating terrorist attack occurred during a military parade commemorating the Iran-Iraq War in Ahvaz, Khuzestan, Iran. Four unidentified gunmen dressed in military uniforms opened fire on the parade, resulting in 25 fatalities and 60 injuries. Both the Ahvaz National Resistance and the Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack, highlighting the complex security challenges in the region.
• 2015: The Burkinabe army arrived in Ouagadougou to challenge the Presidential Guard's coup, successfully negotiating the release of President Michel Kafando and Prime Minister Yacouba Zida. Diplomatic negotiations continued to seek a peaceful resolution between military leadership and coup plotters.
• 2012: The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne confirmed widespread historical child abuse by its priests in the 1930s. Bishop Denis Hart described the figures as 'horrific and shameful'. Activists suggested the actual number of victims in Victoria could be significantly higher than the official count of over 600 children.
• 1997: Elton John released 'Candle in the Wind 1997', a poignant tribute to Diana, Princess of Wales, following her tragic death. The song became a global phenomenon, breaking numerous sales records and serving as a musical memorial to the beloved royal figure.
• 1992: A catastrophic storm struck the southern regions of France, causing widespread destruction and claiming 34 lives. The severe weather event led to significant infrastructure damage, flooding, and loss of human life, highlighting the region's vulnerability to extreme meteorological conditions.
• 1991: Two major Dutch banks, ABN and AMRO, completed a significant merger, creating one of the largest financial institutions in the Netherlands.
• 1989: St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Leon Durham was suspended for 60 days due to drug-related issues, reflecting the ongoing challenges of substance abuse in professional sports during the late 1980s.
• 1984: Princess Astrid of Belgium marries Archduke Lorenz of Austrian-Este in a royal ceremony, marking an important moment in Belgian royal family history.
• 1982: Kosuke Kitajima is a prominent Japanese competitive swimmer known for his exceptional breaststroke technique and Olympic achievements. He represented Japan in multiple international competitions, becoming a national sports icon.

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September 22nd marks the 265th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 266th in case of leap years).

There are 100 days remaining until the end of the year.

September 22nd is the 22nd day of the month of September.

What day of the week is September 22?

On September 22nd, 2025 the day of the week is Monday.

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The zodiac sign associated with September 22nd is Virgo according to the Western Zodiac.

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