Antonina Tumanova
The Charity Exchange "DobroDiy" was recognized by the Association of Philanthropists of Ukraine for representing and promoting philanthropy in Dnipropetrovsk region at the national level. The organization has implemented over 2100 projects totaling over UAH 166.5 million, a significant portion of which is directed to the Defense Forces and assistance to critically ill children.
Trump's special representative for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, is absent from the delegation at the meeting with Putin in Alaska. His presence could be "counterproductive" due to his perception as a sympathizer of Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump insists on reaching a truce at a meeting with Putin in Alaska. The talks will take place on August 15 in Anchorage, discussing issues of "Ukrainian settlement."
In Cherkasy region, prosecutors announced suspicions to 20 individuals, including heads of communal enterprises and officials. The damages are estimated at over 260 million hryvnias.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities continue even on the day of negotiations, which indicates a lack of intention to end the war. He emphasized the importance of a strong US position for an honest end to the war.
The negotiations between Putin and Trump in Alaska, initiated by the Russian dictator, will last at least 6-7 hours. The Russian side expects the meeting to be productive, but no documents are planned to be signed.
In Kharkiv region, the director of a sanatorium is suspected of appropriating UAH 78. 8 million allocated for the rehabilitation of children and military personnel. He concluded fictitious contracts and did not provide full rehabilitation services.
Russian President Vladimir Putin's plane will arrive in Anchorage at 11:00 AM local time, where he will be met by US President Donald Trump. The summit will discuss issues of Ukrainian settlement and economic cooperation.
An explosion occurred in Dnipro, after which a smoke plume rose. The Air Force reported a ballistic missile threat.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting on diplomatic work, instructing to update the foreign policy work plan by the end of the year. The financing of the Defense Forces, the effectiveness of coalitions, and relations with the EU were discussed.
US President Donald Trump said that meeting with Putin in Alaska is not for his health, but to save lives. He warned of severe consequences for Russia if Putin does not agree to end the war.
The General Staff reported 105 combat engagements at the front. Russian troops carried out 60 airstrikes, dropped 110 guided bombs, and used 1673 kamikaze drones.
Yaroslava Maksymenko has been appointed acting Head of ARMA. She has extensive experience working with sanctioned assets and understands the system of managing seized property.
A new wave of crimes has been uncovered in Bukovyna: 15 individuals have been notified of suspicion of embezzling over UAH 10 million in budget funds and causing environmental damage. Among the suspects are a village head, heads of state enterprises, and officials.
The Presidents of Ukraine and Argentina discussed peace, economy, and cooperation. They agreed to resume political consultations between their foreign ministries.
US President Donald Trump stated there is a 25% probability of his meeting with Putin failing. He is ready to impose new sanctions against Russia if the negotiations are not successful.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that a comprehensive solution to ending the war in Ukraine would take longer than a meeting between Trump and Putin. To achieve peace, security guarantees and "territorial disputes" will have to be discussed.
Dmitry Peskov, spokesman for the Russian dictator, announced that no documents are planned to be signed following the negotiations in Alaska. The summit will discuss issues "related to the Ukrainian settlement."
The Office of the Prosecutor General sent an indictment to court against Russian businessman Igor Churkin. He is accused of seizing real estate of the Lviv Bus Plant worth over UAH 367 million.
Over the past day, 118 combat engagements took place, the enemy launched 1 missile and 58 air strikes, using 2 missiles, 84 guided bombs, and 1674 kamikaze drones. In the Pokrovsk direction, the occupiers lost 192 personnel, a tank, 5 units of automotive equipment, 18 UAVs, and a UAV antenna.
After talks with European and US leaders, President Zelenskyy expressed hope for a swift end to the war. He thanked the German Chancellor for organizing the meeting and announced the agreement on five common principles.
Donald Trump announced his administration's mission to restore peace in Europe, emphasizing the importance of a strong Air Force and Army. This message came amid the announced meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska on August 15, 2025.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko announced the exposure of a series of criminal acts in Kyiv. The total amount of damages is 230 million hryvnias, and 22 suspicions have been announced.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized that there can be no negotiations on Ukraine without Ukraine. According to him, a "coalition of the willing" is ready to deploy "stabilization forces" when the time is right, or impose sanctions where necessary.
A meeting between the presidents of the USA, Ukraine, and the Russian dictator is possible at the end of next week. According to media reports, the US is looking for a venue for the talks.
Yulia Svyrydenko announced the adoption of the first package of decisions to support frontline regions. The focus is on security, housing, benefits, education, medicine, and business.
Kyiv's Dynamo lost to Cypriot Pafos with a score of 2:0 in the second leg of the third qualifying round of the Champions League. Dynamo will continue its performance in the Europa League, where it will meet the winner of the Maccabi (Tel Aviv) – Hamrun Spartans pair.
US President Donald Trump and Vice President J. D. Vance will hold a virtual meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European allies. This will take place ahead of the Trump-Putin summit in Anchorage, Alaska, where they will discuss a settlement to Russia's war against Ukraine.
White House spokeswoman Caroline Leavitt confirmed that Donald Trump plans to visit Russia. Possible dates for the visit were not announced, and the meeting with the Russian dictator was called a "training."
The Cassation Administrative Court within the Supreme Court considered two similar cases regarding "Concord" and "Misto Bank" banks, applying the same legal norm but interpreting it differently. This raises questions about the impartiality of the proceedings and deprives "Concord" shareholders of access to justice.