Deputy Minister of Education and Science Dmytro Zavgorodnii announced future changes in vocational education, including the introduction of new professions and training programs. Supervisory boards will appear in vocational education institutions, which will influence the quality of education and the appointment of managers.
An explosion occurred on the Ryazan-Moscow oil pipeline in the Ryazan region, which supplied fuel to the aggressor's capital. The transportation of oil products has been stopped indefinitely.
Men aged 18-22 can return to Ukraine without a military registration document, but they will not be able to go abroad without it. There are no restrictions on entry to Ukraine for citizens.
Men aged 18-22 can now travel abroad, but they need a military registration document. Restrictions remain for those holding public office.
Nadiia Sytnyk, Head of the Department for the Organization of the Educational Security Service of the National Police, reported that about 70% of the officers of the Educational Security Service are women. In the 2025-2026 academic year, officers will work in 3,000 Ukrainian schools.
Schools are actively engaging officers of the Educational Security Service. Inspectors prevented over 20 explosive items from being brought into educational institutions.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 4047/USD, strengthening it by 3 kopecks. Euro and zloty rates have also been updated.
August 27 marks Ukrainian Salo Day, established in 2015, and National Banana Lovers Day. Also on this day, World Rock Paper Scissors Day and International Boxing Day are celebrated, the latter having been moved to August 27 in 2019.
The Netherlands is allocating 500 million euros to finance at least one complete set of American air defense systems and ammunition for Ukraine. This is part of a support package within the framework of Ukraine's Priority Urgent Requirements List (PURL).
Belgium will provide Ukraine with several F-16 fighter jets in September. This information was confirmed by Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot during a press conference in Odesa.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha stated that security guarantees for Ukraine must be legally binding. He emphasized the importance of accelerating the peace process and strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated Ukraine's firm intention to end Russian aggression in 2025. He discussed peace efforts with colleagues from Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands in Odesa.
Representatives of Ukraine and Benelux countries in Odesa condemned Russia's aggression and reaffirmed support for Ukraine's sovereignty. They emphasized the need to end the war and restore peace.
A strange beam of light illuminated the sky over Ukraine. This was the result of fuel dumping from the upper stage of the Chinese CZ-8A rocket.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine is preparing changes to border crossing rules. They will concern men aged 18 to 22.
President of the Ukrainian World Congress, Pavlo Grod, stated that mobilization is a major barrier for Ukrainians abroad to obtain multiple citizenship. Millions of Ukrainians abroad are ready to obtain multiple citizenship after the signing of the relevant law.
The Ukrainian World Congress recommends including Ukraine's allies in the list of countries for multiple citizenship. Congress President Paul Grod emphasized the importance of including Australia in this list.
The President of the Ukrainian World Congress, Pavlo Grod, stated that about 20 laws contradict the law on multiple citizenship. These changes are necessary for the full realization of the rights and obligations of Ukrainian citizens, regardless of the presence of multiple citizenship.
If a child is taught how to use a weapon, understands how dangerous it is, then the probability of an accident is much lower. However, this does not completely rule out accidents.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 4300/USD, which depreciated it by 15 kopecks. Euro and zloty exchange rates were also set.
On Ukraine's Independence Day, cyberpartisans hacked a Russian provider, showing the real losses of the Russian Federation on 116 TV channels. More than 50 thousand subscribers watched videos about refinery explosions and soldiers' burials.
European politicians explained what guarantees EU countries can offer Ukraine. At the moment, peace negotiations without a ceasefire are simply Putin's pipe dream.
MEP Rihards Kols stated that the prime ministers of Hungary and Slovakia, Viktor Orbán and Robert Fico, are destroying Europe from within. He expressed disappointment with Europe's stance and hope for changes in Hungary after the upcoming elections.
President Zelenskyy stated that the presence of a foreign contingent is an important part of security guarantees for Ukraine, but it is currently too early to discuss it. He noted that infrastructure must first be prepared, where the Ukrainian army will play a key role.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that Russia has no right to choose security guarantees for Ukraine, as it seeks a long war. President Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine needs security guarantees that will protect it from Russian aggression.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney does not rule out the presence of Canadian military personnel in Ukraine as part of security guarantees. He emphasized that the basis of the guarantees is strong Armed Forces, as well as military equipment and training.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated the need to strengthen the Armed Forces of Ukraine due to the lack of balance between the Russian Federation and Ukraine. He emphasized the cooperation of the "Coalition of the Willing" with the United States to deter Russia.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that Putin cannot be trusted, and Russia must be deterred from threatening the freedom of Ukraine and Europe. He emphasized the need to strengthen the Armed Forces of Ukraine and support Ukraine.
Canada will allocate over $1 billion for the supply of drones, ammunition, and armored vehicles to Ukraine. This aid will arrive next month.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, during his visit to Ukraine, emphasized the decisive moment in the war and called for increased international support. He stressed that Canada will always stand side by side with Ukraine.
