The Ukrainian Ombudsman reported on the exchange of letters from prisoners of war and the discussion of humanitarian parcels. This happened after a meeting between representatives of the Ombudsmen of Ukraine and the Russian Federation, mediated by Belarus.
A week before the start of the school year, Ukrainian schools did not receive about a quarter of the planned textbooks. As of August 25, 73.76% of the total number of textbooks had been delivered to educational institutions.
The SBU detained an FSB agent in Kyiv who was collecting data on administrative buildings of the Defense Forces and TCR. The enemy planned to use the information for terrorist attacks and air strikes on the capital.
Indian refineries plan to reduce purchases of Russian oil to 1. 4-1.6 million barrels per day. This comes amid US pressure and the upcoming doubling of American tariffs on Indian imports.
The Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine conducted a special operation in temporarily occupied Crimea. As a result, logistics facilities that ensure the functioning and combat supply of military units of the Russian army were disabled.
Australia is expelling the Iranian ambassador and three diplomats over their involvement in antisemitic attacks. The incidents include arsons at a cafe and a synagogue in Sydney and Melbourne.
US and Russian officials discussed energy deals as incentives for peace in Ukraine. Among the ideas are Exxon Mobil's return to Sakhalin-1 and the purchase of American equipment for Russian LNG projects.
The EU is struggling to develop new sanctions against Russia, considering restrictions on the movement of diplomats. An increase in profits for Ukraine from frozen Russian assets is also being discussed.
Sales of new single-family homes in the US fell by 8. 2% to 652,000 units in July 2025. The median sale price dropped to $487,300, indicating an oversupply in the market.
Brent and WTI oil prices fell after a rise caused by fears of fuel supply disruptions. Traders expect stronger US sanctions against Russian oil and are monitoring the consequences of tariffs imposed against India.
A Gallup poll showed that only 45% of Generation Z consider themselves “thriving. ” This is a 4% decrease compared to 2024, especially among adult women.
Russia launched 59 Shahed drones and decoys over Ukraine. Air defense forces neutralized 47 enemy UAVs, 12 drones hit 9 locations.
Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina lost to world No. 97 Anna Bondar in the first round of the US Open. After the match, Svitolina smashed her racket.
As a result of a drone attack in Sumy region on August 26, 2025, two women were injured. Damage to residential and non-residential buildings, as well as equipment, was recorded.
The head of the Kherson RMA warned about high activity of Russian drones on the M-14 Kherson-Mykolaiv highway. The enemy deliberately attacks civilian transport, so movement along this route is not recommended.
The head of the Polish president's office stated that President Nawrocki's veto does not disable Starlink internet for Ukraine. He noted that the connection is financed based on current law.
Nissan shares fell by 6% after Mercedes-Benz sold its 3. 8% stake in the Japanese automaker. This sale increases pressure on Nissan, which is struggling to implement its recovery plan.
Over the past day, 174 combat engagements were recorded at the front. More than half of them occurred in the Pokrovsk, Lyman, and Novopavlivka directions.
Since the beginning of the day, 76 combat engagements have been recorded at the front, half of them in the Pokrovsk and Lyman directions. The Defense Forces have success in the North-Slobozhansky and Kursk directions, repelling enemy attacks.
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski stated that President Karol Nawrocki's veto on the law on aid to Ukrainians effectively disconnects the internet in Ukraine. This stops Starlink support and data storage for the Ukrainian government.
Senegalese authorities reported the detection of the first mpox case this year in a foreigner. The patient is isolated and receiving treatment; no new cases have been detected.
The Ministry of Digital Transformation and the Robotics Association are launching the RoboLab project, creating robotics laboratories in higher education institutions. A pilot laboratory will appear in one of Kyiv's universities, with selection lasting until September 14.
The results of the J. D. Power 2025 Seat Quality Study have been published, revealing the cars with the most comfortable seats. Among the leaders are Subaru Impreza, Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Sonata, Kia K5, Kia Telluride, Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Bronco Sport, BMW Z4, Porsche 911, and Audi A5.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki is initiating changes to the criminal code, equating the "Banderite symbol" with Nazi and communist symbols.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Yevhen Khmara as the head of the SBU's Special Operations Center "A". He has been dismissed from the position of head of the Counter-Terrorism Special Operations Center.
As a result of Russian night and morning attacks on Sumy and its surroundings, 6 people were injured, two of whom were hospitalized. 5 residential buildings were destroyed, and a multi-story building and other structures were damaged.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki vetoed the bill on aid to Ukrainian citizens. He insists that 800+ aid should only be provided to Ukrainian refugees who are working.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in Kyiv. Issues of defense, sanctions, energy, and the return of Ukrainian children were discussed.
Odesa police refute information about the murder of senior lieutenant Ihor Hapenko and his involvement in the beating of a civilian. The officer is on leave, and the man had an epileptic seizure after alcohol.
Beijing denied Die Welt's reports about China's readiness to participate in possible "international peacekeeping forces" in Ukraine. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun stated that these reports are not true.
