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European states and Ukraine rejected Vladimir Putin's ceasefire plan. They put forward a counter-proposal, which should become the basis for future negotiations between Trump and the Russian leader.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the diplomatic situation with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. They agreed on the need to consider Europe's voice in future peace negotiations and Ukraine's path to European integration.
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.
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.
In 16 regions of Russia, there have been disruptions in tests for HIV-positive patients, which are necessary to assess therapy. Russia has the highest proportion of HIV-positive population in Europe, but is cutting funding and banning the activities of foreign foundations.
President Zelenskyy announced negotiations between security advisors regarding a ceasefire. He emphasized that the decision must be made by Russia, which started the war.
Contacts with leaders of other countries and ways to end the Russian-Ukrainian war were 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.
The Dardanelles Strait was temporarily closed to maritime traffic due to forest fires in northwestern Turkey. The fires spread near the city of Çanakkale, where residents were evacuated.
Russia is spreading disinformation about allegedly agreed arrangements for ending the war without Ukraine's participation. Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the NSDC, refutes these statements, emphasizing Ukraine's cooperation with partners.
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 Polish Prime Minister stated a possible freezing of the Russian-Ukrainian war, referring to a conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his own intuition. He also mentioned the expiration of Trump's ultimatum to Putin on August 8.
Forecaster Natalka Didenko predicts mostly dry and sunny weather in Ukraine over the weekend thanks to anticyclone Ines. Air temperature will range from +25 to +33 degrees, with local rains in some regions.
The flagship Volkswagen Touareg SUV will cease production by 2026 without a direct replacement. The company will focus on more affordable models, such as the Tayron, due to declining profitability.
August 8 marks the birthday of the refrigerator, patented by Albert Marshall in 1899. Also celebrated today are the Signal Corps Day of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, International Cat Day, and International Alliances Day.
Today, a conversation will take place between security advisors of Ukraine, other European countries, and a representative of the US President. Coordinated approaches in diplomacy and a common position on a ceasefire will be discussed.
Ukraine and Moldova have extended the "transport visa-free regime" until the end of 2027. This decision abolishes quotas and permits for freight transportation for bilateral and transit routes.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with President of France Emmanuel Macron, sharing the Ukrainian vision of the conversation with President Trump. The leaders agreed that work at the level of advisors and leaders should be effective.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding peace efforts. The parameters for ending the war will determine security conditions for Europe, so Europe must be a participant in relevant processes.
A KMIS poll showed that 76% of Ukrainians are categorically against the Russian "peace plan," which includes renouncing NATO and recognizing the occupation. Only 17% are willing to agree to the Kremlin's terms.
July 2024 was the third hottest month on record globally. The temperature was 0.27°C cooler than the record-breaking July 2023 and 0.23°C cooler than July 2024.
Russia attacked a compressor station of the Gas Transmission System Operator of Ukraine in Odesa region. This facility ensures gas supplies from LNG terminals in Greece to Ukrainian gas storage facilities and is involved in the supply route for LNG from the USA and gas from Azerbaijan.
President Zelenskyy commented on Russia's night attacks on Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, Kharkiv, and Donetsk regions, which resulted in casualties and infrastructure damage. He emphasized the need to increase pressure on the Kremlin to end the war.
Sweden, Denmark, and Norway are allocating $486 million for the purchase of American weapons for Ukraine. This will increase the potential for protecting lives and serves as an example for other NATO countries.
CNN commentator Nick Paton Walsh claims that Russia's invasion of Ukraine is becoming US President Donald Trump's war. He believes that Trump could have stopped the war, but instead chose to impose "the force of his personality."
The Netherlands has allocated 500 million euros to support Ukraine as part of the PURL initiative. The package includes ammunition, artillery shells, and components for Patriot and HAWK air defense systems.
Russia has focused its efforts on the Moldovan diaspora in Europe, using disinformation and fake media to influence the upcoming elections. This campaign aims to demoralize voters and manipulate their choice in favor of pro-Russian forces.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is counting on strong decisions from the US, Europe, and the world regarding secondary sanctions on Russian energy trade and Moscow's banking sector. He emphasized that every day of delay leads to the loss of Ukrainians.
British Foreign Minister David Lammy stated that Putin is currently not ready for serious peace negotiations with Ukraine. He believes that negotiations will continue for another year.
ISW analysts claim that the Kremlin is not interested in a compromise that does not mean Ukraine's capitulation. Lavrov's statements from August 1 are consistent with the positions of Putin and Lukashenka, confirming Moscow's unchanged demands.