Stepan Haftko
Israel is studying Hamas's proposal for a 60-day truce and hostage exchange. However, fighting continues in Gaza, complicating the achievement of a final agreement.
The SBU's military counterintelligence and the National Police liquidated a large-scale scheme of evasion from mobilization in Kyiv. The organizer and accomplices sold fictitious certificates and "reservations"; over UAH 17 million in cash was seized.
Daniel "Kuba" Kitone has been appointed as the new brigade commander of the 13th National Guard Brigade "Khartia", replacing Ihor Obolensky. He promises to uphold combat traditions and care for the personnel.
22-year-old Roksolana Hlynchak from Lviv won the title of wine princess in the German town of Bad Sulza. She will represent the region and its winemaking for a year.
Oleksandr Usyk received a postponement from the WBO regarding his mandatory title defense against Joseph Parker. This allows Usyk to choose the next step in his career after the grueling fight with Dubois.
The educational ombudsman urges parents and students not to succumb to school pressure when choosing the form of education. Every family has the right to independently determine how a child will acquire knowledge, and any restrictions are a violation of the law.
The second meeting between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy was calmer, but key issues – territorial exchange and security guarantees – remained outside public discussion. Analysts warn of potential problems for Ukraine and Europe.
The SBU exposed a Russian military intelligence agent group of four people who coordinated missile strikes on Kyiv and carried out sabotage in the south of the country. Two agents have been detained, facing life imprisonment.
Two Ukrainians, Svitlana Kominko and Andrian Makhnachov, have been included in the prestigious list of 25 Canadian immigrants who are changing the country for the better. Their contribution to charity, culture, and the popularization of the Ukrainian community has received national recognition.
Russian aviation attacked Ukraine on the night of August 19, forcing Poland to scramble aircraft and put its air defense in the highest state of readiness. These are preventive measures to protect NATO borders.
The management of the commercial seaport and an entrepreneur are suspected of purchasing equipment at an inflated price. This caused the state more than UAH 8 million in losses.
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed skepticism about Putin's readiness for peace, emphasizing the need for increased sanctions against the Russian Federation if there is no progress in negotiations. He stressed the unacceptability of territorial concessions and the importance of security guarantees for Ukraine.
Mumbai was again hit by powerful monsoon rains, which led to flooded roads and disrupted transport links. Authorities closed schools and colleges, and meteorologists declared the highest level of danger.
In Iraq, the excavation of a mass grave in Al-Khasfah has begun, which may contain the remains of over 4,000 ISIS victims. This place has become a symbol of terror, as militants threw bodies into a crater more than 150 meters deep.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is ready for a peaceful settlement of the conflict on the terms of maintaining the current front line. This means that the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donbas is not being considered.
SpaceX is preparing for the tenth test flight of Starship on August 24 from the Starbase site. This launch is a key stage in preparing the spacecraft for NASA's lunar missions.
US President Donald Trump stated that Xi Jinping assured him there were no plans for forceful pressure on Taiwan. This happened during a personal conversation between the leaders.
US First Lady Melania Trump addressed Vladimir Putin with a letter about the abduction of Ukrainian children. The document was handed over by Donald Trump during negotiations in Alaska.
A Scottish tourist tried to take stones and a brick fragment from Pompeii. He was detained thanks to the guide's vigilance and the prompt work of the security.
The largest Martian meteorite, sold at Sotheby's auction for $5. 3 million, caused controversy regarding the legality of its export. The Government of Niger has launched an investigation and suspended the export of similar meteorites.
In southern Denmark, a passenger train collided with a vehicle at a crossing, and one carriage derailed. One person died, several were injured, and train traffic was suspended.
The White House published a black-and-white photo of Trump and Putin with the caption "The goal is always peace. "
Donald Trump stated that issues of territorial exchange and Ukraine's security were discussed at the summit with Vladimir Putin. Possible security guarantees will not involve NATO participation.
US President Donald Trump will hold talks with European Union leaders upon his return from Alaska. Today, there will be a meeting of ambassadors, followed by a virtual conversation with the heads of European states.
US President Donald Trump, after a three-hour meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska, announced significant progress. He noted that further developments depend on the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
U. S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized Donald Trump for meeting with Vladimir Putin. Schumer believes that the meeting harmed U.S. interests and strengthened Russia's position.
John Bolton, Trump's former adviser, stated that the negotiations in Alaska were more beneficial for Putin. Trump did not achieve significant results, while Putin advanced towards restoring relations.
Megan Mobbs, daughter of US Special Representative for Ukraine Kurt Volker, compared Ukrainian sunflowers to Ukraine's invincibility. She published a photo of a sunflower field, noting their resilience as a symbol of the Ukrainian people's endurance.
During the Trump-Putin talks, rostrums with the US coat of arms and flags of both countries were set up, hinting at a joint press conference. There is no official confirmation yet, the format of the address may change.
Donald Trump plans to impose tariffs of up to 300% on semiconductor imports, citing national security. This will expand his tariff policy and could affect the global economy.