Antonina Tumanova

Trump said that all mines in the Strait of Hormuz had been neutralized or destroyed. He threatened to immediately destroy vessels that lay new ones.

John Ratcliffe arrived in Moscow for talks for the first time since the beginning of his term. The US asked Ukraine to suspend strikes until his departure.

The hospital received funds from the National Health Service of Ukraine for services without the necessary equipment and specialists. The losses to the state budget exceeded UAH 15 million.

CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to Russia for meetings in Moscow.

Russia attacked Kramatorsk with nine FAB-250 bombs. Thirty-four houses, three educational institutions, and critical infrastructure were damaged.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said that Ukraine must fulfill all the conditions for EU accession without exceptions. However, he is ready to share his integration experience.

The enemy attacked Zaporizhzhia: three people are known to have been injured, and 10 cars caught fire

Russian drones attacked Zaporizhzhia, causing about 10 cars to catch fire. Three people were injured and are receiving medical assistance.

Disruptions have been reported in a number of Oschadbank services

Due to the activation of security systems, the application and services for legal entities are temporarily unavailable. They promise to stabilize operations by 5:00 p.m.

Zelenskyy and Luxembourg’s Prime Minister Frieden discussed Ukraine’s resilience in the autumn and winter, army funding, and the budget deficit. Luxembourg is ready to help.

Ukraine and the United Kingdom will jointly develop AI-based defense tools. The laboratory analyzes more than 100,000 video streams each month.

Scott Bessent said that no one is immune from U. S. sanctions for supporting Iranian oil operations. China purchases up to 90%\r of Iran’s oil exports.

Zelenskyy and European Council President Costa discussed Ukraine’s needs for antiballistic systems and financing. They also discussed support for exports after Russian strikes.

Since the beginning of the day, 181 combat engagements, more than 6,000 drones and 165 guided aerial bombs have been recorded. The most active areas are Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka and Lyman.

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said that the U. S. cannot tighten economic restrictions against Iran's partners. Intelligence called the sanctions psychological pressure.

In Lviv, a drunk man overturned tables and attacked a Municipal Guard employee. The victim was hospitalized, and the attacker was detained by the police.

The new U. S. sanctions cover digital assets, technology, gold, aviation, and shipping. Washington seeks to completely cut off Iran’s economic resources.

Two Ethiopian UN peacekeepers were killed and seven more people were wounded in Jonglei State. The total number of fatalities this year has risen to nine.

The U. S. will target organizations that help Iran launder money or circumvent sanctions. Bessent announced sanctions against a financial institution.

A fight broke out in Kyiv between a patrol officer and a veteran with a prosthetic limb — law enforcement officers released a video

On Harmatna Street, the driver of a Honda failed to stop while traveling in the public transport lane. After being pursued, he and the passenger attacked the patrol officers.

Russian strikes on Donetsk region injured 12 civilians, including two children. Thirty-one homes were damaged, and an investigation into war crimes has been launched.

China said that tightening U. S. sanctions against traders dealing with Iran would only exacerbate the conflict. Beijing called for avoiding escalation.

YouTube blocked the Russian-language, Ukrainian-language, and English-language channels of the animated series. They were included in the National Security and Defense Council's sanctions decision.

In Ukraine, stamps titled "We Are Waiting!" were issued for Independence Day in support of prisoners of war

Ukrposhta issued two stamps for the 35th anniversary of Independence in support of prisoners of war and missing persons. They were chosen by nearly 328,800 people.

Donald Trump threatened to impose a 50% tariff on Canadian cars, auto parts, and steel starting next year. Canada is preparing a response.

Ukraine has issued a unique commemorative silver coin marking the 35th anniversary of Independence

The 20-hryvnia coin is made of . 925 sterling silver, with a mintage of up to 5,000 pieces. Its design symbolizes the protection of Ukraine’s freedom.

A child under 14 can be deregistered through "Diia" without the second parent being personally present. A Ukrainian birth certificate, tax identification number, and signature are required.

On Independence Day, a prayer for the end of the war and for peace in Ukraine was held at Saint Sophia's Cathedral.

Volodymyr and Olena Zelenskyy joined the prayer for Ukraine at Saint Sophia's Cathedral. Representatives of various denominations prayed for peace and for the defenders.

India's Foreign Minister met with Putin in Moscow. He announced a significant increase in economic cooperation between the countries.

Klaus-Michael Kühne died at the age of 89, leaving a fortune of around €38 billion. He transformed the family-owned Kühne+Nagel into an international conglomerate.

Xi Jinping is likely to lead a 400-member delegation at the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12–13. The visit may signal a warming of relations.