War in Ukraine
The Russian government has allowed postal organizations to use countermeasures against aerial, surface and underwater drones. Their list was not specified.
Kyrylo Budanov said that he regularly communicated with Yevgeny Prigozhin almost until the Wagner mutiny in 2023. He also contacted Igor Kostyukov regarding grain routes.
Russia struck an SBU building with a jet-powered drone near the Slovak consulate in Kyiv. No employees were injured; the ambassador will be summoned.
Auterion Airlogix will produce 5,000 drones for Ukraine by 2027. Anubis has a range of up to 1,500 km and a 40–50 kg warhead.
A nine-story building was damaged in Boryspil as a result of a Russian attack, and a fire broke out. Two women with injuries were hospitalized.
The price of diesel in the US has reached a record $5. 85 per gallon due to supply disruptions amid the war with Iran. This is increasing transportation costs.
Ukrainian units received an order for a “silence regime” from September 5 to 8. This coincides with the expected negotiations on ending the war.
At the Lukoil-Yugnefteprodukt oil depot, 4–6 tanks may have been destroyed. One aircraft refueling operator remained at Sochi Airport.
Trump said that his representatives are taking a proposal to Moscow and Kyiv to end the war. He assessed the chances of reaching an agreement as good.
Berlin links the suspected attack on Leipzig Airport to Russian special services. Germany demands tougher visa restrictions for Russians.
In Bucha district, a Russian attack damaged warehouse premises. According to preliminary data, there are no fatalities or injuries.
Zelenskyy discussed defense needs and the PURL program with Rutte. With the President of Finland, he coordinated further steps to support Ukraine.
The government allocated UAH 2. 3 billion for the reconstruction of Vyshneve following the July 6 attack. Earlier, it had promised to allocate UAH 3.04 billion.
Witkoff and Kushner will visit moscow and Kyiv to resume peace talks. The US called on the parties to temporarily halt strikes.
Zelenskyy said that U. S. special representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner would visit Moscow on Saturday and that Ukraine guarantees the "normal functioning of Russian airspace," while they are expected in Kyiv on Sunday.
A Russian drone hit the office of SBU chief Oleksandr Poklad. The security service spoke about the chief's condition and what the response to the enemy will be.
Zelenskyy discussed preparations for a response to Russian strikes with SBU Head Oleksandr Poklad. The timing of the attack will be chosen to achieve a result.
The enemy attacked the SBU building in central Kyiv today. As a result of the strike, the "Saint-Sophia Cathedral of Kyiv" reserve was also damaged — windows were shattered in the 18th-century Consistory building.
Sybiga condemned Russia’s strike on the SBU’s central building during peace efforts. He called on partners and UNESCO to protect Saint Sophia Cathedral.
The 17th Odesa International Film Festival has concluded in Kyiv. Over the course of nine days, audiences were shown more than 80 films across ten programs, including 13 Ukrainian films in the National Competition. Professional discussions about how to develop Ukrainian cinema during the war and where to find resources for new projects were an important part of the festival.
In August, the FAO Food Price Index rose to its highest level since November 2022. Weather and the war drove up grain and sugar prices.
Brent rose by 6. 1% over the week, while WTI gained 8.3%. In the United States, diesel reached a record price due to supply disruptions.
President Zelenskyy reported that a Russian drone struck the central SBU building opposite St. Sophia's Cathedral. The drone was heading toward the SBU head's office.
In Kyiv, most schools are gradually transitioning to in-person learning with safety considerations in mind. Eleven institutions will remain online due to the lack of shelters.
Over 7 months, 1. 5 million tonnes of cargo were transported through Moldova. Experts are calling for the route to be expanded to Constanța and other regions.
Kyrylo Budanov expects U. S.-mediated talks to resume by the end of September. He said that conditions for a ceasefire are unlikely to emerge before spring.
Ukraine and Poland are exploring the possibility of a joint bid to host a World Cup in the 2040s. There are no official negotiations; planning may begin after the war.
Service members most often complain about military medical commissions, dismissals, payments, and transfers. The Office ordered 2,535 inspections, but officials sometimes ignore the findings.
The Defense Forces struck the occupiers’ military facilities in Donetsk, Kharkiv, Bryansk and Kursk regions, as well as in Crimea. The damage is being assessed.
Estonia will contribute another 100,000 euros to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund. The country’s total contribution will exceed 2.7 million euros.