Volodymyr Zelenskyy
NABU and SAP exposed former SBU official Illia Vitiuk for illicit enrichment. He purchased an apartment for 21.6 million hryvnias, registering it under a family member who allegedly earned the funds as a private entrepreneur.
Vladimir Putin stated that Moscow is not against Ukraine's European integration, but NATO membership is unacceptable. Robert Fico confirmed his position on Ukraine's EU accession provided all criteria are met and expressed opposition to NATO membership.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin are not yet ready for a meeting. He held talks with both leaders after returning from the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed bill No. 13157, which provides for an export duty of 10% of the value of soybean and rapeseed seeds. The document also creates the State Fund for Support of Agricultural Producers.
Oil prices are rising due to fears of disruptions in crude oil supplies to global markets caused by Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian export infrastructure. Brent crude rose to $68.35 per barrel, and US WTI to $64.82.
The Institute for the Study of War assesses the Kremlin's publication of a statement by former President of Ukraine Viktor Yanukovych as an attempt by Moscow to legitimize him. This was likely a staged information operation timed to Putin's speech at the SCO summit.
President Zelenskyy discussed further support for Ukraine with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin. The parties are working on strengthening sanctions against Russia and security guarantees.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the likelihood of new sanctions against Moscow. This is due to the fact that Putin has not changed his behavior after meeting with Trump, intensifying the bombing of Ukrainian cities.
President Zelenskyy met with leaders of German factions to coordinate diplomacy and discuss support. Germany has allocated 9 billion euros in aid to Ukraine for next year.
French President Emmanuel Macron discussed security guarantees for Ukraine with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. The next meeting of the "coalition of the determined" will take place in Paris on September 4.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, thanking him for his support. They are closely coordinating efforts to strengthen Ukraine's positions this autumn.
At the extraordinary meeting of the Ukraine-NATO Council on September 1, the massive shelling of Ukrainian cities was condemned. Ukraine called on NATO to provide Patriot systems, long-range missiles, and invest in the defense industry.
President Zelenskyy announced a meeting of the "coalition of the willing" on Thursday, where security guarantees will be discussed. One of the main components of the guarantees is Ukraine's membership in the EU.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on September 5. This will happen after his return from Beijing, where Fico will participate in a parade and meet with the leaders of China and Russia.
Thousands of Ukrainians in Kyiv and Lviv came to bid farewell to the political figure Andriy Parubiy, who was shot dead on August 30. Law enforcement officers detained a suspect in the murder, and the investigation is ongoing.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with IOC President Kirsty Coventry. They discussed preparations for the 2026 Winter Olympics and maintaining a principled stance on Russia and Belarus.
Leaders of the "coalition of the willing" will discuss security guarantees for Ukraine and the consequences of Russia's refusal to make peace. The meeting will likely take place without Trump's participation, but with Zelenskyy.
The Ministry of Digital Transformation has launched Diia. AI, a personal assistant for public services that provides information and helps to receive services online. The assistant is currently in open beta testing, and will be integrated into the Diia application in the future.
The Élysée Palace confirmed the meeting of the "Coalition of the Willing" in Paris, which will be led by Macron and Starmer. Zelenskyy's participation is expected to discuss security guarantees.
President Zelenskyy announced a technological Staff meeting with the participation of missile, drone, and air defense manufacturers to increase production. The acceleration of additional air defense system supplies was also discussed.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Staff, where they discussed preparations for the heating season. Key points include energy, procurement of air defense, and gas volumes.
The SBU, National Police, and Prosecutor General's Office are investigating the possible involvement of Russian special services in the murder of MP Andriy Parubiy. The killer has been detained, and the crime has been classified as premeditated murder and illegal handling of weapons.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov announced a Technology Staff meeting, where they will discuss means of countering "Shaheds" and long-range weapons. Also, at the Staff meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief, preparations for the heating season will be considered.
Brent and WTI oil prices fell by 0. 44% due to rising production and concerns about the impact of US tariffs on demand. Russian oil exports fell to a four-week low.
At the SCO summit, Vladimir Putin stated that the crisis in Ukraine was caused by a "coup d'état provoked by the West. " He also expressed hope for peace in Ukraine after meeting with Donald Trump.
The Prime Minister of India met with Putin and the Chinese leader at the SCO summit. Issues of economic, political partnership and security were discussed.
Satellite images confirmed the damage to a Russian border base in the Armiansk area of Crimea, where a barracks was completely destroyed. The strike could have been carried out by the new long-range "Flamingo" missiles, which Ukraine has begun mass-producing.
President Zelenskyy announced the first testimonies from the suspect in Andriy Parubiy's murder. Investigative actions are ongoing to establish all circumstances of the crime.
A suspect in the murder of Andriy Parubiy has been detained in the Khmelnytskyi region. Dozens of police officers and SBU employees worked on solving the crime, which was under the personal control of the President of Ukraine.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a meeting in Paris on September 4. Leaders will discuss security guarantees for Ukraine, including the possible deployment of troops.