Ukraine's Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko called on the UN to increase diplomatic, economic, and military pressure on Russia. This happened at an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council after massive attacks that claimed the lives of 25 people, including four children.
The UN Security Council is convening today at Ukraine's request due to the massive attack by the Russian Federation on the night of August 28. Ukraine expects support and increased pressure on the aggressor.
The UN Security Council will convene a meeting on Ukraine on August 29. The meeting will begin at 10:00 PM Kyiv time.
The UN Security Council has decided to conclude the work of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) by the end of 2026. The United States supported this decision, emphasizing the changing security situation and Lebanon's need to take on greater responsibility.
France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have initiated the re-imposition of UN sanctions against Iran. This is due to Tehran's failure to fulfill its obligations under the 2015 nuclear deal.
The Chinese Foreign Ministry stated its objective position on the "Ukrainian crisis", its readiness to promote a political settlement, and the "constructive role" of the PRC in the overall direction of resolving the issue of the war waged by Russia in Ukraine.
The Kremlin insists on the 2022 Istanbul framework agreement as the sole basis for peace negotiations. This would allow Russia to veto Western aid to Ukraine and leave it defenseless.
The Kremlin is trying to impose its terms within the framework of a peaceful settlement, demanding a veto right on security guarantees for Ukraine. This could limit Ukraine's cooperation with partners and its ability to resist future threats.
France, Germany, and Great Britain have warned the UN about their readiness to impose sanctions against Iran. This will happen if Iran does not resume negotiations on its nuclear program by the end of August 2025.
US President Donald Trump has offered Russia and Ukraine a way out of the conflict, warning of "measures" if ignored. The countries must sign a peace agreement within 10 days, otherwise the US is ready to act.
The European Union called on the UN Security Council to increase pressure on Russia to end the war against Ukraine. An EU diplomat recalled war crimes and condemned the support of the Russian Federation by third countries.
The US and European NATO countries are creating a new mechanism for supplying military aid to Ukraine using funds from European members of the Alliance. Ukraine will form lists of needs for $500 million, and NATO allies will decide who will pay for or donate items from the list.
US President Donald Trump confirmed the imposition of sanctions against the Russian Federation after a 10-day period, expressing doubt about their effectiveness. He noted that he regrets the losses of Russians, but the US should not be involved in the war.
Ukraine initiates an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council due to the escalation of terror by Russia, which led to the death of 16 people and destruction in Kyiv. The meeting will take place on August 1.
The US expects the war in Ukraine to end by August 8. This information was confirmed by the leading US diplomat at the UN Security Council.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France would recognize a Palestinian state in September, becoming the first Western member of the UN Security Council to do so. This move came after Great Britain and Canada refused to join the initiative due to their unwillingness to anger the United States.
Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia continue for the third day, with the death toll rising to 33. Cambodia has called for an immediate ceasefire, while Thailand demands an end to sovereignty violations.
At the UN, the US called on China to stop exporting dual-use goods to Russia that are used in the war against Ukraine. China responded that it is not a party to the conflict and accused the US of trying to shift blame.
At the UN, the US reminded Russia of Trump's 50-day ultimatum regarding peace in Ukraine and accused China of supplying dual-use goods used in the war. Russia continues to attack civilians despite the UN resolution.
Thailand closed the border, and Cambodia convenes a meeting of the UN Security Council.
Chinese engines are secretly supplied to the Russian drone manufacturer IEMZ Kupol through shell companies, which has allowed for an increase in the production of Harpy-A1 attack drones despite Western sanctions. The new Chinese firm Beijing Xichao International Technology and Trade began supplying L550E engines to Kupol after sanctions were imposed on Xiamen Limbach Aviation Engine Co.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing. They urged China to use its influence on Russia to end its aggressive war against Ukraine, acknowledging that relations between Beijing and Brussels have reached a "watershed moment."
Iran does not plan to abandon uranium enrichment, despite serious damage to facilities from US strikes, which is a matter of national pride. Negotiations with European states, China, and Russia on the nuclear issue and possible sanctions are resuming, as the 2015 agreement expires in October.
The US Secretary of State and the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have set the end of August as the deadline for concluding a nuclear deal with Iran. If an agreement is not reached, the "snapback" mechanism will be triggered, reinstating all UN Security Council sanctions.
The European Union calls on China to help end Russian aggression against Ukraine. China's support for Russia's military efforts negatively affects relations between the EU and China.
Donald Trump announced the introduction of an additional 10% tariffs on countries that join BRICS' "anti-American policies. " This announcement came amid the BRICS summit in Brazil, where the group criticized US tariff policies.
The President of France discussed the situation in the Middle East and the war in Ukraine, as well as Iran's nuclear program, on the phone with Russian dictator Putin. Putin stated that the conflict in Ukraine is a consequence of the policy of Western states.
Iran has appealed to the UN, demanding that Israel and the US be held responsible for military actions and pay compensation. This followed missile attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities.
Russia demonstrates the limitations of its strategic relations with Iran, providing only diplomatic support. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi met in Moscow with Putin and other Russian officials to discuss further assistance, but Russia is limited in its capabilities due to the war in Ukraine.
Russia has been included in the UN "List of Shame" for the third time in a row for killing and maiming Ukrainian children. This is a permanent member of the UN Security Council, which systematically attacks children, schools, and hospitals, and also abducts children.
