Romanian President Nicușor Dan will visit Kyiv in the autumn at the invitation of Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Romania supports Ukraine in achieving a just peace and its sovereignty.
Forecasters predict dry, sunny weather and a gradual increase in heat. In the south and Zakarpattia, temperatures will rise to +30°C, and by the end of the week, hot days will cover most regions.
The Russian side demands that Ukraine cede strategically important unoccupied territory in Donetsk Oblast. This will allow Russia to gain more advantageous positions for a future offensive on Kharkiv and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts.
The deputy commander of a military unit in Odesa region organized a scheme to evade service, appropriating up to UAH 20 million. The official received almost UAH 2.5 million in payments for someone else's service.
Former First Lady of South Korea Kim Keon-hee has been arrested on charges of fraud and bribery. The arrest followed the approval of a warrant by a Seoul court, particularly in connection with the Dior bag scandal.
In Luhansk region, Russians are preparing children for future mobilization by conducting "training" under the guise of sports events. Children are taught elements of hand-to-hand combat and special forces techniques, openly declaring preparation for military formations.
The White House called the planned summit in Alaska between US President Donald Trump and Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin "a listening exercise. " The meeting will take place on August 15, 2025, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage.
Two law enforcement officers in Dnipropetrovsk region will face trial for extorting bribes from drivers at a checkpoint. They demanded from 7 to 20 thousand UAH for non-existent traffic violations; 14 episodes totaling over 140 thousand UAH have been documented.
A fire near the cooling towers of the temporarily occupied Zaporizhzhia NPP did not increase radiation levels. The IAEA confirmed no threat to nuclear safety and no casualties.
US President Donald Trump and Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin will hold a meeting on August 15, 2025, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska. The location was chosen due to limited options during the tourist season and security requirements.
Crimea warned of a possible indefinite mobile internet outage. The measures are explained by countering attacks and ensuring security, which could lead to the complete isolation of Ukrainians.
The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation stated that Ukraine allegedly plans a provocation in Chuhuiv, Kharkiv region. The goal is to disrupt negotiations between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.
In Zakarpattia, a customs officer and a law enforcement officer attempted to organize a scheme for the illegal departure of men of conscription age. They were detained while receiving 26 thousand dollars and escorting "clients" to the border; the case has been sent to court.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that Trump's meeting with Putin at the White House is a clarification of positions, not a concession. He emphasized that the US president wants to have all the facts and look Putin in the eye.
Latvia joins the NATO PURL mechanism, allocating at least 2 million euros for the purchase of weapons for Ukraine. This initiative provides for the centralized procurement of critically needed weapons, in particular air defense systems.
Ukrainian military liberated the outskirts of Stepnohirsk in Zaporizhzhia. At the same time, the enemy advanced in Nykanorivka, Shcherbynivka, and near Petrivka in Donetsk region.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the diplomatic situation and possibilities for ending the war with the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Qatar facilitated the return of Ukrainian children illegally deported to Russia.
On August 12, 133 combat engagements took place at the front, the enemy launched 1 missile strike, 67 air strikes, and carried out 3637 shellings. Ukrainian defenders continue to repel attempts to advance deep into the territory.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed preparations for the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska on August 15, 2025. The goal of the talks is to find a diplomatic solution to the war.
Over the past day, August 3, the Russian army lost 1010 servicemen and dozens of pieces of equipment. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.2022 to 04.08.2025 are estimated at 1,057,140 liquidated personnel.
A fatal road accident involving two cars occurred in Dubno, injuring six people. A two-year-old passenger of one of the cars died in the hospital from his injuries.
China stated that it would not change its energy policy under external pressure, responding to US calls to stop purchasing oil from Russia and Iran. The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that it would ensure energy supply in accordance with national interests.
Russia is actively re-equipping Donetsk airport for launching attack drones. This will allow it to reduce the reaction time of Ukrainian air defense and increase the number of attacks.
On August 4, short-term rains are expected in Ukraine, except for the center, south, and Crimea. The air temperature will range from +26 to +33 degrees.
A Florida court ordered Tesla to pay $329 million for a fatal 2019 accident involving an autopilot. This is the first time the company's autopilot has been found to be involved in a fatal crash.
Russian troops made minor advances in the Lyman and Pokrovsk directions, according to an analytical report by ISW. Geolocated footage confirms Russian advances east of Lyman and in the area of Novoukrainka.
The UK government is investing £100 million to strengthen border security and combat criminal gangs involved in smuggling people across the English Channel. This funding will support a pilot project of an agreement with France and other initiatives to deter the flow of illegal migrants.
US President Donald Trump said that his special envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, will likely visit Russia on Wednesday or Thursday. Witkoff is currently focused on issues in the Gaza Strip, but Russia has invited him for a meeting.
On the evening of August 3, a 23-year-old resident of Kherson sustained an explosive injury as a result of a Russian UAV attack. The victim was taken to the hospital.
From June 21 to July 23, 83 people died in the Italian mountains, and five more went missing. The reason is mass tourism and unpreparedness of tourists; 60% of the victims are hikers.
