American reporter Brian Glenn received a bottle of vodka from a Russian journalist, to whom he returned a lost camera. This Russian journalist had previously questioned Volodymyr Zelenskyy about his attire in the Oval Office.
The head of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, announced a new package of sanctions against the Russian Federation, which is planned to be adopted in September 2025. She also confirmed the inviolability of Ukraine's internationally recognized borders.
Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, stated that security guarantees include a legally enshrined commitment in Russia not to pursue "any other territory. " This is the equivalent of NATO's Article 5.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the only way to end the war is to reach a peace agreement that Ukraine and Russia will agree to. Earlier, agreements on security guarantees at a summit with Putin in Alaska were reported.
US President's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff stated that agreements on reliable security guarantees were reached at the historic summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. These agreements could fundamentally change the situation.
US President Donald Trump announced a "significant shift" in relations with Russia and urged to follow the news. This comes amid his proposal to Ukraine to exchange territories for peace after meeting with Putin.
President Zelenskyy stated that security guarantees for Ukraine lie in a strong army and its financing. He called Putin's words about readiness to provide guarantees mere rhetoric.
The Ukrainian military struck an enemy convoy on the Rylsk-Khomutovka highway in Russia's Kursk region. Lieutenant General Abachev, deputy commander of the "Sever" (North) group, sustained severe injuries, resulting in the amputation of his arm and leg.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded Denys Prokopenko ("Redis") with the Order of Bohdan Khmelnytskyi, II degree. Ten National Guard servicemen also received the Order of Bohdan Khmelnytskyi, III degree.
The Prince and Princess of Wales and their children will move into the eight-bedroom Forest Lodge in Windsor Great Park. The move will take place later this year, and the house has already undergone minor internal and external changes.
Air Canada is gradually resuming flights after the decision of the Canada Industrial Relations Board. More than 10,000 flight attendants returned to work by August 17.
A light aircraft, a Piper Cherokee, made an emergency landing on the Mona Vale golf course in Sydney. The instructor and student on board sustained minor injuries.
King Charles III of Great Britain modernized his Sandringham residence by installing a 2. 3-hectare solar farm. It powers the entire estate and supplies the surplus to the national grid.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz are accompanying Zelenskyy to the US. There, they will meet with Donald Trump on Monday.
In Vinnytsia Oblast, a woman was bitten by a bug while trying on trousers in a second-hand shop. Entomologists identified it as a pine seed bug, which poses no serious danger to humans.
A 5. 8 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia caused injuries to 433 people and damaged a church building. Authorities are coordinating rescue operations, and the situation is being assessed.
Russia's economy is experiencing a deep crisis with a fall in purchasing power and a rise in hidden unemployment. The military-industrial complex receives generous funding, while the civilian sector reduces production and personnel.
Under the guise of attracting personnel, Russia is massively relocating workers from Asia to the occupied territories. This changes the ethnic composition of the region and is part of the policy of destroying Ukrainian identity.
Daria Rusanenko became the vice-champion of the World Games in Chengdu, setting a world record in squat — 285. 5 kg. Another Ukrainian, Valentyna Zahoruiko, took fifth place.
South Korea's construction sector has been recognized as the most dangerous among OECD countries with a rate of 1. 6 deaths per 10,000 workers. This is twice the OECD average.
European leaders plan to send Finnish President Alexander Stubb to the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting in Washington. He is expected to become a "bridge" between the parties and help avoid tensions during the negotiations.
Kenneth Branagh will play Miranda Priestly's new husband in the sequel to "The Devil Wears Prada". Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci will return to the cast.
By 2040, Ukraine plans to create a society where age does not hinder work and self-realization. The Ministry of Social Policy is developing an "Active Longevity" strategy for people aged 45+.
Large-scale forest fires are raging on the Iberian Peninsula. Portugal and Spain have appealed to European partners for help, fighting fires that are destroying hectares of forests and forcing people to leave their homes.
On August 16, the world celebrates a number of holidays, including Homeless Animals Day, International Geocaching Day, World Kite Day, and Men's Beauty Day. Also on this day, the Third Savior, or Nut Savior, is celebrated.
US President Donald Trump does not plan to impose additional sanctions against Moscow after meeting with Vladimir Putin. He noted that the meeting went very well, but did not rule out such a decision in the future.
Donald Trump stated that Vladimir Putin agreed to negotiations out of respect for the United States, which was absent during Joe Biden's term. The former US president claims that Putin supports his narrative that the war would not have happened if Trump had been president.
US President Donald Trump stated that no full understanding was reached during negotiations with the Russian dictator. A ceasefire agreement in Ukraine is not yet in place.
The US is discussing the possibility of using Russian nuclear icebreakers for the development of gas projects in Alaska. This proposal is being considered as a potential deal ahead of the Trump-Putin meeting.
Donald Trump began fundraising for his campaign during talks with Putin in Alaska. He urged supporters to donate $10 to support him.
