Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that there have been noticeable changes in Russia's position regarding the war in Ukraine. Russia no longer insists on controlling the entire territory of four Ukrainian regions, but seeks to hold the front line in Zaporizhzhia and consolidate 25-30% of Donetsk region.
Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Ihor Zhovkva stated that Russia's night attack is Putin's response to international peace efforts. Ukraine wants the world not to remain silent.
Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak and Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov will hold talks with Donald Trump's team on August 29. Military, political, and economic components of security guarantees for Ukraine will be discussed.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Olha Stefanishyna as the new Ambassador of Ukraine to the USA. She will replace Oksana Markarova, who represented Ukraine in Washington throughout the full-scale war.
Special Envoy of US President Donald Trump, Steve Witkoff, will meet with the Ukrainian delegation in the US. Possible security guarantees for Ukraine and a future meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin will be discussed.
Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak and Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov met with the Prime Minister of Qatar. The results of the summit in Washington, the peace process, and security guarantees for Ukraine were discussed.
Norway will help Ukraine get through winter and supports gas purchases, said Andriy Yermak, head of the Presidential Office. The meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre took place on August 25.
President Zelenskyy awarded Keith Kellogg, Special Representative of the US President, the Order of Merit, 1st Class. The award was given for his significant contribution to supporting Ukraine and strengthening bilateral relations.
President Zelenskyy emphasized that Donetsk, Luhansk, and Crimea are an integral part of Ukraine. He expressed confidence in the future unification of all regions.
US Special Representative for Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, was present at Ukraine's Independence Day celebration. He stood on the tribune next to Rustem Umerov and Andriy Yermak.
President Zelenskyy confirmed consultations with the US and Europe regarding a meeting with the Russian Federation. Kyiv insists on neutral European territory, rejecting Moscow and Budapest.
Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Serhiy Palisa arrived at the White House, carrying a rolled-up sheet of paper. He was accompanied by Andriy Yermak and Rustem Umerov.
The exchange of prisoners of war following the second round of negotiations in Istanbul is not yet complete. Russia has not returned seriously ill, seriously wounded, and young Ukrainian defenders.
Serhiy Leshchenko, advisor to the Head of the President's Office, stated that the meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska would be symbolic. He emphasized that geostrategic decisions would not be made there.
The Minister of Defense of Ukraine announced a roadmap for the development of Ukrainian aviation, which will bring it closer to NATO standards. The document was developed based on NATO's Air Power Doctrine to strengthen Ukraine's capabilities.
President Zelenskyy discussed with Umerov and Yermak the negotiation track, including the exchange of 1200 prisoners. The preparation of the energy sector for the heating season and the development of air defense were also discussed.
President Zelenskyy stated that ending the war in Ukraine begins with a meeting of leaders, and the Russian side has also started discussing this issue. Moscow's position is influenced by operations on its territory, not just negotiations.
President Zelenskyy instructed to prepare a contract for the sale of drones to the USA worth 10-30 billion dollars. This decision is a result of agreements with President Trump.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov as head of the National Cybersecurity Coordination Center. Decree No. 547/2025 of July 24 comes into force on the day of its publication.
The third round of negotiations in Istanbul yielded no results, Russia continues its offensive. Experts note that Trump's warnings did not affect Moscow's position, which is not interested in an agreement on someone else's terms.
President Zelenskyy has changed the composition of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief, approving Rustem Umerov as coordinator. Yulia Svyrydenko, Mykhailo Fedorov, and Denys Shmyhal have joined the Staff, while O. Lytvynenko and H. Smetanin have been removed.
Political scientist Oleh Lisnyi believes that the negotiations in Istanbul are a continuation of Russia's mockery of Donald Trump.
The Ukrainian side at the Istanbul talks outlined three priorities: a complete ceasefire, organizing a meeting of the leaders of Ukraine and Russia with the participation of Trump and Erdogan, and continuing the humanitarian track. Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov noted that Ukraine is ready for a ceasefire and is awaiting a political decision from the Kremlin.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov announced a humanitarian exchange of over 1,200 people between Russia and Ukraine. Ukraine insists on the return of civilians and children, as well as an unconditional ceasefire.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov stated that he hears for the first time that a meeting in the format of delegations with the Russian Federation could be the last. He emphasized that Ukraine supports President Trump's initiative and has already held many meetings.
Ukraine insists on an unconditional ceasefire and the priority of a leaders' meeting and the humanitarian track. The Russian side currently does not agree to a ceasefire.
Negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations, which began on July 23, have concluded in Istanbul. The Ukrainian delegation was led by Rustem Umerov, and the Russian one by Vladimir Medinsky.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov stated that Ukraine continues negotiations with Russia in Istanbul for the sake of lasting peace, expressing readiness for a ceasefire and a meeting of leaders. The Ukrainian delegation seeks to return all deported persons, including children, and insists on a complete ceasefire.
Negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations have started in Istanbul. The Ukrainian side intends to discuss the return of prisoners, children, a meeting of leaders, and a complete ceasefire.
A short preparatory meeting took place in Istanbul with the participation of Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov, Putin's aide Vladimir Medinsky, and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. The Ukrainian delegation aims to discuss the return of prisoners, children, and a complete ceasefire.
