Ukraine handed the Trump administration a document stating that Russia's advance has slowed to 100 sq. km per month. Kyiv believes that Moscow will not achieve its goals in Donetsk region by force by 2027.
The Constitutional Council declared the ban unconstitutional, as it violates young people's freedom of speech. The Macron administration will continue to pursue the reform until the end of his term.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree imposing sanctions on individuals and companies involved in the illegal export of Ukrainian grain. The package includes 13 vessels, 11 Russian citizens, and 28 legal entities.
The Russian dictator set a task for 2026 at a secret briefing: the breakup of NATO and the EU from within. Moldova plays a key role in this, where Moscow is interfering in the elections.
The Cabinet of Ministers has allowed destroyed enemy equipment to be transferred to foreign museums free of charge. Museums in Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Denmark, and the Netherlands will each receive one T-72 tank of different modifications.
Russia’s Foreign Minister said that Russia would intensify its methods to destroy everything that fuels Kyiv’s war machine from the West. He also acknowledged that people in Russia are suffering and dying because of the war.
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine published a list of 26 vessels used to transport Russian oil, liquefied gas, and stolen Ukrainian grain. Eighteen of these vessels are not under sanctions imposed by Ukraine’s partner countries.
The President of Ukraine held a meeting of the Staff, where defense financing for the autumn-winter period and needs for the latest weapons were discussed. Intelligence provided updated information on Russia’s plans; asymmetric countermeasures are being prepared.
Due to Russian strikes on ports and vessels, Ukraine’s grain exports fell to 30% of the required volume at the beginning of August. Minister Vysotskyi said that without restoring the operation of the Black Sea ports, exports would not exceed 50%.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha welcomed New Zealand's joining the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children, which now comprises 51 countries. He stressed that this increases international pressure on Russia to return the illegally deported children.
Polish Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk responded to opposition criticism of the transfer of Patriot missiles to Ukraine, calling such arguments crazy. He stressed that no decision had yet been made and that Germany is transferring significantly more equipment to Ukraine.
The German army has a shortage of around 2,000 service members for the permanent deployment of a brigade in Lithuania by 2027. Only 60% of positions have been filled, and the Defence Ministry is considering compulsory recruitment.
Russian outlets are disseminating a video featuring Ukrainian prisoners of war voicing claims favorable to the Kremlin. This is a gross violation of the Geneva Convention and part of a disinformation campaign.
Poland’s Law and Justice party expelled former Prime Minister Morawiecki and 38 MPs for leaving the parliamentary faction. The split occurred due to a conflict with Kaczyński.
The government has allowed captured military equipment to be transferred free of charge to museums in Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Denmark, and the Netherlands. This will help document the consequences of Russian aggression and advance cultural diplomacy.
Former Ukrainian Member of Parliament of the 5th and 6th convocations Yevhen Shaho has died at the age of 84. He served as First Deputy Minister of the Cabinet of Ministers and headed the corporation “United Energy Systems of Ukraine.”
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the NSDC Center for Countering Disinformation, reacted to a post by Russia’s Defense Ministry featuring a photo of "Shaheds" and a "freeze".
President Zelenskyy has still not found a candidate for the position of Ukraine's ambassador to the United States due to the difficulty of working with the Trump administration. Potential candidates, including Deputy Prime Minister Svyrydenko, are declining the position.
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar questioned the agreement with Rosatom due to delays and cooling problems. Rosatom assures that work is continuing, but Magyar initiated a full review of the project.
President Zelenskyy said that Russia uses around 220 guided aerial bombs against Ukrainian frontline communities every day, despite sanctions. He called for increased pressure on Russia’s supply chains.
Israel warned the US about possible Iranian attempts to assassinate Trump, but US intelligence did not confirm the threats. The warnings concerned attacks during Air Force One flights and public events.
Japan plans to strengthen sanctions against Russia over Putin’s visit to Iturup, which Tokyo considers its territory. The prime minister called the visit unacceptable, and the Foreign Ministry summoned Russia’s ambassador to protest.
Negotiations between Ukraine and Poland on transferring MiG-29s in exchange for drones are nearly complete. The aircraft are to arrive in Ukraine, while the drones will go to Poland.
In July, Russia's federal budget deficit amounted to 724 billion rubles, and over seven months it reached 6. 5 trillion rubles. War spending is rising despite the economic slowdown.
German diplomat Boris Ruge took up his duties in Kyiv and presented copies of his credentials to the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine. He stated that Germany would stand by Ukraine.
Two vessels belonging to Abu Dhabi's national oil company were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz; there were no casualties. The UAE accused Iran of piracy, which threatens regional stability.
Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law, plans to visit Israel next week to discuss the U. S. plan for Gaza. He will meet with Netanyahu despite Israel's skepticism.
U. S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing tariffs on drones and their components. For aircraft weighing more than 25 kg and models with thermal imaging cameras, the tariff will be 100%; for smaller ones, 25%.
A campaign spreading fake news about candidates in the 2027 elections who support Ukraine has been detected in the French information space. The CPD reports that the fake news was created through networks linked to Russia, in particular "Matryoshka".
Western European countries are asking Brazil to act as a mediator in peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Brazil maintains a neutral position and engages in dialogue with both the West and Russia.