In the first seven months of 2025, over 5,400 Ukrainians illegally crossed the border into Romania. This is fewer than last year, and a special legal regime of temporary protection applies to them.
The Trump administration halted the Revolution Wind offshore wind farm project, despite it being 80% complete, citing national security. The decision drew criticism and potential lawsuits from developer Orsted.
Ukraine deepens cooperation with Denmark in the defense industry. The next step will be the production of Ukrainian weapons on the territory of Denmark.
Ukraine conducted its 68th prisoner exchange on Independence Day. Military personnel and civilians returned, including journalists and the former mayor of Kherson.
UNIAN journalist Dmytro Khyliuk, who had been held as a civilian hostage since March 2022, has been released from Russian captivity. He was abducted by Russian military in Kozarovychi, Kyiv region, and held in a pre-trial detention center in Russia.
In Yerevan, a Russian fighter jet crashed into an iron column and railings, with no casualties reported. Traffic to Erebuni Airport is temporarily blocked.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine has always sought partnership with Hungary. Now, the further state of these relations depends exclusively on Hungary itself.
The "Yellow Ribbon" movement presented the 24independence. day platform for congratulating residents of the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine on Independence Day. The website allows sending personal greetings and words of support, uniting Ukrainians.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine uses its own long-range weapons to strike Russian territory. He refuted reports of restrictions from the US, emphasizing that this issue was never discussed.
Japanese Ambassador to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome congratulated Ukrainians on Independence Day in Ukrainian. The diplomat confirmed that Japan remains on Ukraine's side, and at the end of his address, he proclaimed: "Glory to Ukraine."
Emine Erdogan appealed to Melania Trump with a call to show sensitivity to the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, similar to the war in Ukraine. She emphasized the suffering of children and the historical responsibility of world leaders.
A conflict was recorded in Odesa during mobilization measures, where a citizen tried to escape detention. The Odesa TCC and SP states that the video does not reflect the full picture of events.
Russian authorities in the temporarily occupied territories demand that Ukrainians accept Russian citizenship by September 10, 2025, threatening deportation. This decision is based on Putin's decree, which obliges Ukrainians either to leave or to legalize, depriving them of access to medical care and work without a Russian passport.
The Minister of Defense of Ukraine met with his Latvian counterpart, discussing further cooperation. Latvia allocated 2 million euros for arms procurement and participates in the Drone Coalition.
Ukraine and Sweden have signed an agreement on joint production of armaments and military equipment on the territory of both countries. The document was signed by the defense ministers on August 23 in Kyiv, focusing on technology exchange and cooperation in military aviation.
US Special Representative for Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, was present at Ukraine's Independence Day celebration. He stood on the tribune next to Rustem Umerov and Andriy Yermak.
A monument dedicated to the heroic resistance of the Ukrainian people has been unveiled in Odesa. The monument symbolizes the resilience and strength of Ukrainians in their struggle for independence.
Self-proclaimed President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenka congratulated Ukrainians on Independence Day. He called on them to find their own path to true independence.
On Independence Day, the President of Ukraine honored 126 border guards for their courage, 61 of them posthumously. The awards include the Orders "For Merit", Bohdan Khmelnytsky, "For Courage" and medals.
After Independence Day, fresh air and comfortable daytime temperatures are expected in Ukraine. Meteorologist Natalia Didenko predicts warming next week.
Dozens of heads of state and government, including the US and China, sent congratulations to Ukraine on the occasion of the 34th anniversary of Independence. President Zelenskyy thanked for the support in the fight against Russian aggression.
The ATESH movement carried out a series of sabotages in the Krasnodar Krai and in the occupied territories of Ukraine, destroying a Russian Armed Forces vehicle, damaging two more, setting fire to a mobile communication tower, and blowing up a relay cabinet on the railway.
Lebanese authorities have officially begun disarming Palestinian groups in refugee camps, seizing the first batch of weapons in Beirut. This step is part of Lebanon's commitments following the truce with Israel, concluded with US support in November 2024, and aims to establish state control over all armed formations.
The court finally canceled permits for construction near the Museum of Prominent Figures of Ukrainian Culture. The Prosecutor's Office defended the community's right to preserve historical heritage, returning the land to ownership.
SBGS spokesperson Andriy Demchenko announced increased responsibility for illegal border crossing. The bill will allow border guards to review administrative protocols on the spot and will strengthen punishment for violators.
In Kyiv, on August 23, full traffic in both directions opens on the Podilskyi Bridge crossing. The bridge will have four lanes in each direction, a new tunnel, and bicycle paths.
TikTok deleted the account of former MP Artem Dmytruk, who is on the international wanted list. Materials duplicating Russian propaganda were disseminated through this channel.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that the Kremlin's demands are a trap that will reward the aggressor. She emphasized that concessions to Russia will not lead to peace, but will only strengthen its impunity.
Poland and Norway are completing the construction of a military training camp for Ukrainian and Polish troops. The first course starts on September 1.
Migrants from Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan in Russia face discrimination, violence, and forced conscription into the Russian army. After the terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall, pressure on foreigners increased, despite the labor shortage in the country.
