Nuclear weapons
Trump's special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner may visit Kyiv and Moscow in the coming days. However, there is currently no official confirmation of this.
The EU approved €6. 1 billion in defense funding for Ukraine, including air defense. Member states also promised additional resources, but provided no details.
Erdogan reported on the expansion of nuclear cooperation with Russia and the construction of new power plants. The Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant is close to being launched.
Aleksey Zhuravlyov called for the use of tactical nuclear weapons against Ukraine to force its capitulation. There are no signs of preparations for a strike.
Alexander Stubb said that he sees no evidence of Russia preparing to attack NATO. He also doubts that there will be a nuclear strike on Ukraine.
The deputy minister said that Poland does not want nuclear warheads, while the defense minister confirmed interest in NATO's program. Experts explained the difference between participation and the deployment of weapons.
On August 29, Ukraine honors fallen defenders, John the Baptist, and the Nut Savior according to the old calendar. Around the world, the International Day against Nuclear Tests and Bat Appreciation Day are observed.
From the Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russia launched a solid-fuel intercontinental missile toward the Kura test range. The Russian Defense Ministry stated that the system's performance characteristics were being tested.
The Freedom Edge exercise will take place on September 9–11 in international waters near Jeju Island. The allies will test their readiness for threats from North Korea.
Warsaw will increase its involvement in NATO’s nuclear deterrence without deploying warheads. Poland is also discussing initiatives by the United States and France.
The head of Iran’s nuclear program said that the US and Israel were pressuring the IAEA. The facilities damaged by the strikes are not ready for inspections.
Trump said that a nuclear deal with Iran could have led to the destruction of Israel. He linked its survival to his presidency.
Bloomberg reports on a possible escalation of Russia's strikes on Ukraine amid the failure of negotiations. The Kremlin does not rule out tactical nuclear weapons.
Trump submitted a nuclear deal with Riyadh worth tens of billions of dollars to Congress. It will take effect only after Saudi Arabia recognizes Israel.
Only 31% of Americans support the war with Iran, while Trump's approval rating has remained at a record-low 33%. 83% expect a prolonged conflict.
Zelenskyy said that Ukraine’s defense industry needs to scale up the production of drones and long-range systems. The President called for creating protection against Russian ballistic missiles.
On August 24, 2026, Ukraine will celebrate the 35th anniversary of its independence. The country has journeyed from a post-Soviet state to a symbol of the struggle for freedom.
Germany plans to create a missile arsenal worth nearly €12 billion, which is intended to strengthen Berlin's long-range strike capabilities. Among the candidates for purchase is the Ukrainian FP-5 Flamingo cruise missile manufactured by Fire Point, and Berlin expects to receive the first examples of the weapon for testing as early as next year.
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine said that Russia created a secret complex on an island in Tver Oblast for experiments with dangerous pathogens. The intelligence service warned of the risk of contamination of the reservoir and epidemics.
Trump seeks to resume dialogue with Kim Jong Un and may meet with him in China in November. There is no official planning yet.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described Great Britain as the "Islamic Republic of Britain" and the "first Islamic state with nuclear weapons. " The comments came in the context of support for Israel in the West.
U. S. Vice President J.D. Vance said that the main priority is lowering fuel prices, not Iran's nuclear program. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent added that new economic measures against Tehran are inevitable.
The United States accused China of providing insufficient warning about the launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile on July 6. China rejected the accusation, stating that safety measures were in place and that notification had been given in advance.
Iran announced plans to create a ballistic missile with a range of up to 15,000 km, which could reach U. S. territory. It is noted that this would require a complex technological step, possibly involving the use of North Korean technologies.
The United States reached a secret agreement with Syria and Israel to remove nuclear materials from the "Area 99" facility. The IAEA is to remove the materials by the end of 2026.
The Supreme Court of Russia upheld a lawsuit filed by the Rodina party and annulled the registration of Yabloko’s list for the State Duma elections. The party plans to appeal the decision, which will not take effect until the procedures are completed.
Ukraine's strikes on Russian territory are affecting public sentiment, but may strengthen supporters of the war. The Kremlin may use this as a justification for mobilization and a tougher strategy.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that Russia may use nuclear weapons if the war turns into a war of attrition on the home front. He called on the international community to intervene to stop the war.
In the Czech Republic, volunteers have restored the former Soviet bunker "Yasyr," which served as a reserve command post. Tours for tourists are now held there.
The three countries signed a defense pact providing for a joint response to an attack. Iran warned that such an agreement does not guarantee the kingdom’s security.