Andrii Tymoshchenkov
On August 24, 2026, Ukraine will celebrate the 35th anniversary of its independence. The country has journeyed from a post-Soviet state to a symbol of the struggle for freedom.
In China, some flights were canceled and train services in the Yangtze River Delta were suspended due to the approaching Typhoon "Dolphin. " Ningbo Lishe International Airport will completely suspend flights from Saturday to Sunday.
Centralized water supply has been restored in Marhanets and the surrounding communities of Dnipropetrovsk region following emergency repairs. The Prime Minister emphasized the need to prepare for Russian strikes on infrastructure.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukraine cannot doubt its European course, since joining the EU is the choice of the people. He emphasized the unity of the authorities, business, and citizens on this issue.
Serbian President Vučić reported that trade turnover with Ukraine increased to $321 million in the first half of the year. The key imported commodity is iron ore.
Russian propaganda has created a series called "Marik" about occupied Mariupol, portraying the city as undergoing a revival. The Center for Countering Disinformation emphasizes that the storyline conceals the destruction caused by Russia's siege.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić expressed interest in involving Ukrainian companies in infrastructure projects. The sides discussed cooperation in energy and agriculture.
A drone of an undetermined type exploded in Bulgaria near the border with Romania. There were no casualties or damage, and an investigation is underway.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić said that after the war ends, Belgrade and Kyiv could significantly expand economic cooperation and jointly enter the markets of third countries, particularly in Asia and Africa. He emphasized the potential for cooperation in energy, extraction, and agriculture.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced plans to continue providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine, particularly in the medical and energy sectors. He emphasized his readiness to do more to support Ukraine’s energy sector, especially during the winter period.
Oleksii Yukov, head of the "Platsdarm" group, was killed on August 5 while exhuming bodies on the front line. For years, he had been bringing home the bodies of fallen Ukrainian military personnel and civilians.
Zelenskyy said that an agreement had been reached with the US on regular deliveries of interceptor missiles for Patriot systems. He stressed that this is not enough to fully protect against Russian attacks.
The Pentagon revoked former U. S. Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall’s access to classified information over the alleged disclosure of information about the Air Force One aircraft. Kendall denies the allegations, stating that he always followed the rules.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić said that Belgrade would continue to support Ukraine’s territorial integrity and its European course. He emphasized support for the UN Charter and readiness to help Ukraine on its path to the EU.
Three cars collided on the highway in the village of Kolodne after the Toyota driver entered the oncoming lane. Three people, including a minor child, were hospitalized.
A spokesperson for Poland's Ministry of Internal Affairs said that 95% of Ukrainian men of conscription age work legally and pay taxes. The ministry also reminded that those not working include wounded soldiers undergoing rehabilitation.
Due to the war in the Middle East, damage to refineries in the Persian Gulf and strikes on Russian refineries, Europe risks experiencing a diesel shortage. Fuel prices have already risen by nearly 40%, while stockpiles have fallen by 30%.
Lieutenant General Charles Costanza was dismissed from his position as commander of the U. S. Army’s V Corps in Europe. The reason is said not to be political motives.
New Zealand announced its 36th package of sanctions against Russia, targeting 33 individuals and organizations, including over cyber activities and involvement in the abduction of Ukrainian children. The decision was made after the United States supported a bill to increase pressure on Russia.
Ukraine, a US official said, agreed not to strike non-Russian tankers and certain infrastructure in the Black Sea. This should help preserve Kazakhstan’s oil exports, which have declined.
Ukraine has limited capabilities to destroy Russian launchers, especially on the territory of the Russian Federation. Experts believe that the emergence of its own ballistic missiles could radically change the situation.
Yurii Hudymenko, Head of the Public Anti-Corruption Council under the Ministry of Defense, believes that the defense company Fire Point has become the leader among long-range weapons manufacturers. The state’s task is to maintain competition in the arms market
The SBU, together with other units of the Defense Forces, in fulfillment of the task, intensified pressure on Russia.
Ukrainian drones attack Wildberries logistics centers, threatening financial problems for the company and its creditors. The marketplace's debts reach 1.3 trillion rubles, and the strikes could increase pressure on the Russian economy.
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš called for temporarily excluding Spain from Schengen due to the migration crisis in Ceuta, where about 49,000 migrants entered uncontrollably from Morocco. Italy has already suspended Schengen rules in connection with Spain.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that there is a large-scale Russian propaganda campaign in Europe using photos from Ceuta. He called on European countries to completely block all Russian propaganda resources.
Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz criticized the opposition for accusations over the incident with a Russian missile. He stated that for the opposition, Ukraine has become the enemy, not Russia.
Taliban strengthens military presence in Badakhshan province after attacks by the newly formed "Sepah-e Mihan Front" and "Afghanistan Freedom Front". Sources report preparation for a large-scale operation and strengthening of security measures.
At a closed meeting with Trump, Zelensky asked for assistance in obtaining Musk's permission to use Starlink for guiding drones to launchers in Russia. Trump promised to consider the request but gave no specific commitments.
Russian "Rosatom" failed to complete the construction of a nuclear power plant in India on time. Overdue accounts receivable of Russian companies reached 9 trillion rubles.