Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC), stated that Putin continues to pretend that he can talk about Ukraine without Ukraine. He noted that this is his way of thinking, but Russia is a country of limited subjectivity.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with President of France Emmanuel Macron, exchanging views on the diplomatic situation. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of a real end to the war and reliable security foundations.
A meeting of security advisers will be held in London with the participation of representatives from the USA, Ukraine, and Europe. Progress in ensuring a just and lasting peace will be discussed.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen. The diplomatic situation, the lack of changes in the Russian Federation's position, and Ukraine's and Moldova's accession to the EU were discussed.
The Embassy of Ukraine in Poland clarified the new rules for admission to Polish universities for Ukrainian applicants for the 2025/2026 academic year. The changes concern the confirmation of knowledge of the language of instruction and admission dates.
The deficit of the Russian federal budget in January-July 2025 increased to $61 billion, which is four times higher than the planned $14. 66 billion. This happened against the backdrop of falling oil and gas revenues and rising expenditures.
President Zelenskyy thanked the Prime Minister of Estonia for support in the war and discussed diplomatic work. The parties also discussed negotiations regarding Ukraine's accession to the EU.
President Zelenskyy held talks with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. They agreed on the necessity of sustainable peace for Ukraine and the danger of Russian plans.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's refusal after statements regarding territories risks angering Trump, who seeks a peace agreement.
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) warns that a withdrawal from Donetsk Oblast would create favorable conditions for renewed Russian attacks. This also threatens the loss of the "fortress belt."
Steve Witkoff, Donald Trump's special envoy, misinterpreted Putin's statements regarding ceasefire conditions.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha emphasized that Ukraine deserves a just peace based on international law and respect for territorial integrity. He stressed that Russia should not be rewarded for the war, and Ukraine will not give away its land.
Trump's representative Steve Witkoff, who discussed a territorial exchange plan with the Kremlin, may participate in negotiations in the UK. These negotiations are intended to coordinate positions before the Trump-Putin summit on peace in Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy enacted the NSDC decision on synchronizing sanctions between Ukraine and key partners. Ukraine has 100% synchronized the US sanctions for 2025, which concern Russia's energy and military-industrial complex.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy introduced new sanctions against 18 individuals and 17 legal entities associated with the activities of "Rosatom". The restrictions apply to those involved in the integration of the ZNPP into the Russian energy system and the capture of the ChNPP.
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy announced the state's readiness to host a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Kremlin head Vladimir Putin. Trump announced a meeting with Putin on August 15, 2025, in Alaska.
President Zelenskyy stated Ukraine's readiness for real solutions for peace, but emphasized that Ukrainians will not give their land to the occupier. He stressed that the answer to the territorial question is already in the Constitution of Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy may join the summit of US and Russian leaders on August 15 in Alaska. The White House is considering the possibility of transforming the bilateral format into a trilateral one.
High-ranking officials from the US, Ukraine, and Europe will meet in the UK to coordinate positions ahead of the Trump-Putin summit. This comes amid concerns that Trump might accept Putin's proposals without considering Ukraine's interests.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak held an online conversation with national security advisors from the USA, Great Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Finland, and NATO representatives. They discussed the coordination of positions to achieve a sustainable and just peace for Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine and Moldova should move forward in the negotiation process regarding EU accession. He emphasized that Ukraine has done everything to open the first cluster of negotiations, and artificial pauses will only harm Europe.
President Zelenskyy announced negotiations between security advisors regarding a ceasefire. He emphasized that the decision must be made by Russia, which started the war.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has approved several new sanctions packages. Relevant decisions will be made soon.
Contacts with leaders of other countries and ways to end the Russian-Ukrainian war were discussed.
The government dismissed Volodymyr Vasylenko from the post of Deputy Minister of Social Policy, and Mykhailo Vynnytskyi from the post of Deputy Minister of Education and Science.
A summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is scheduled for the end of next week. The venue for the meeting, with possible options including the UAE, Hungary, Switzerland, and Rome, is still being discussed.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Petr Fiala. The cessation of killings, real peace, and support for Ukraine were discussed.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs discussed a new instrument for supplying weapons to Ukraine, PURL, which Latvia is ready to join. Ukraine's European integration path and the need to open a negotiation cluster were also discussed.
The total number of combat engagements on the front has reached 77, with the enemy being most active in the Pokrovsk and Lyman directions. Ukrainian soldiers are repelling attacks, holding back the enemy's pressure in various areas.
Oleksandr Lukashenka, during a conversation with Volodymyr Putin, stated that Donald Trump is right to "bend Europe over" and offered Minsk for negotiations between Russia, Ukraine, and the USA. He also emphasized that Russia will not lose in Ukraine.
