The special envoy of the President of the United States of America, Steve Witkoff, stated that Putin expressed a desire to end the war against Ukraine. Witkoff believes that Putin's personal presence is needed for a peace agreement.
ExxonMobil is holding closed-door negotiations with Rosneft regarding the resumption of development of Sakhalin-1, subject to permission from the US and Russian governments. Negotiations intensified after Trump's inauguration, and the company received support from the US government.
The occupation authorities of Kherson region reported to Putin about their own revenues of 7 billion rubles, but the region's budget for 2025 consists of 76% of subsidies. Own revenues barely cover the basic expenses of the occupation apparatus.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz accused Putin of a "delaying strategy" regarding a peaceful settlement of the war. He believes that the Russian president is putting forward unacceptable conditions for a meeting with Zelenskyy.
Serhiy Rebrov has announced the squad of the Ukrainian national team for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, including Taras Mykhavko and Oleh Ocheredko as potential debutants. Ukraine will play against France and Azerbaijan in September.
Mykhailo Podolyak, advisor to the Head of the President's Office, stated that Ukraine is a guarantor of the stability of the European security architecture. The Armed Forces of Ukraine act as the main ground force on the continent, capable of effectively performing collective defense tasks.
US and Russian officials discussed energy deals as incentives for peace in Ukraine. Among the ideas are Exxon Mobil's return to Sakhalin-1 and the purchase of American equipment for Russian LNG projects.
In Russia, high-ranking officials from three border regions have been detained, accused of embezzling funds allocated for defensive fortifications. The Kremlin is attempting to shift the blame onto them for the failure to repel the Ukrainian invasion in Kursk Oblast.
American director Woody Allen rejected Ukraine's accusations of "whitewashing" Russian crimes. This happened after his remote participation in the Moscow Film Week, where he spoke online.
Ukraine has received over a million large-caliber artillery shells as part of the Czech initiative. The total number of ammunition transferred will reach 1.8 million shells by the end of the year.
US President Donald Trump announced that he discussed nuclear arms limitation and other security issues with Putin in Alaska. He called Putin's trip to Alaska an important statement of his desire to end the war.
Donald Trump stated that Putin does not meet with Zelenskyy due to personal animosity. Trump also expressed a desire to hold a trilateral meeting but doubts its success.
President Trump stated that the US wants to be ready for offensive actions, which is why the name "Department of War" is more appropriate. He also expressed concern about events in Ukraine and a desire to meet with Putin and Zelenskyy.
German Vice-Chancellor Lars Klingbeil confirmed Berlin's readiness to participate in security guarantees for Ukraine. Germany will allocate 9 billion euros annually to support Ukraine.
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski stated that President Karol Nawrocki's veto on the law on aid to Ukrainians effectively disconnects the internet in Ukraine. This stops Starlink support and data storage for the Ukrainian government.
The Novoshakhtinsk oil refinery in the Rostov region is still burning. Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, published a video of the burning plant.
Great Britain has recorded over 70 sabotage acts linked to Russia since 2022. Moscow recruits teenagers and young men via social media to carry out arson and explosions.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine condemned Woody Allen's participation in the Moscow film week, calling it an insult to the victims of Ukrainian actors. The Ministry emphasized that culture should not be used to whitewash crimes.
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil stated in Kyiv that Germany's support for Ukraine remains unchanged. Germany is the second largest supporter of Ukraine in the world, having provided 50.5 billion euros in aid.
US Vice President JD Vance reacted to the Russian strike on an American plant in Mukachevo, stating that the administration does not like the actions of the Russians, but Washington seeks peace. He also criticized former President Joe Biden for inaction in ending the war.
The leadership of the Russian Federation promotes the idea of the "Russian world," which includes the former territories of Kyivan Rus' and the USSR. Lavrov stated that Russia will achieve military goals by protecting the rights of Russian speakers and ensuring Ukraine's neutrality.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that Kyiv needs security guarantees similar to NATO membership. He believes this could convince Putin to make concessions without threatening Russia.
European politicians explained what guarantees EU countries can offer Ukraine. At the moment, peace negotiations without a ceasefire are simply Putin's pipe dream.
US Vice President J. D. Vance stated that the Trump administration is considering new sanctions against Russia's oil industry. The goal is to force Moscow to agree to a peace deal with Ukraine using economic pressure.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that Russia has no right to choose security guarantees for Ukraine, as it seeks a long war. President Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine needs security guarantees that will protect it from Russian aggression.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney does not rule out the presence of Canadian military personnel in Ukraine as part of security guarantees. He emphasized that the basis of the guarantees is strong Armed Forces, as well as military equipment and training.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated the need to strengthen the Armed Forces of Ukraine due to the lack of balance between the Russian Federation and Ukraine. He emphasized the cooperation of the "Coalition of the Willing" with the United States to deter Russia.
Emine Erdogan appealed to Melania Trump with a call to show sensitivity to the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, similar to the war in Ukraine. She emphasized the suffering of children and the historical responsibility of world leaders.
Russian authorities in the temporarily occupied territories demand that Ukrainians accept Russian citizenship by September 10, 2025, threatening deportation. This decision is based on Putin's decree, which obliges Ukrainians either to leave or to legalize, depriving them of access to medical care and work without a Russian passport.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that Putin cannot be trusted, and Russia must be deterred from threatening the freedom of Ukraine and Europe. He emphasized the need to strengthen the Armed Forces of Ukraine and support Ukraine.
