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Ukraine expects up to eight SAMP/T NG systems from France and Italy. The effectiveness of the systems may be limited by a shortage of Aster 30 B1NT missiles.
Moscow threatened strikes on British military facilities over Ukraine’s use of Storm Shadow missiles. London was accused of escalation.
Warsaw will increase its involvement in NATO’s nuclear deterrence without deploying warheads. Poland is also discussing initiatives by the United States and France.
Flash floods have claimed the lives of at least 359 people, while more than 1,400 are missing. They include citizens of more than 30 countries.
Zelenskyy arrived in Chisinau at Sandu’s invitation. He will hold a bilateral meeting, followed by trilateral talks with the presidents of Moldova and Romania.
Italy has approved an aid package comprising four SAMP/T NG systems, missiles and seven radars. Some of the interceptors are planned to be delivered by October.
Porsche will unveil the 911 GT3 Bergsport on September 1, created for alpine roads. The model will be sold only in Alpine countries.
Trump said that a nuclear deal with Iran could have led to the destruction of Israel. He linked its survival to his presidency.
Ukrainians have the most favorable views of Macron, Merz, and Erdoğan. They have the most negative views of Putin, Lukashenko, and Trump. Ukrainians’ attitudes toward Russians and Belarusians have worsened since 2022.
NABU, SAPO and HACC are turning into a «parallel government» and an instrument of political struggle, - The Economist.
This summer, heat claimed at least 35,000 lives in Europe. The highest number of deaths was recorded in Germany, France and Spain.
The last Russian ships left the Mediterranean on June 30. Russia's fleet is now concentrated in the Baltic Sea and the Atlantic.
By 2030, the number of services across the English Channel could increase from 25 to 55 per day. Eurostar will face competition from Virgin Trains and Trenitalia.
A book about Putin by Russian journalists in exile Roman Badanin and Mikhail Rubin has won the Prix Strasbourg. The winner receives 20,000 euros.
France proposes making temporary the exemptions allowing Ukraine to purchase weapons outside the EU using loan funds. Currently, up to 35% of products may be purchased outside the EU.
Zelenskyy said that Britain and France had allowed Ukraine to produce SCALP missiles. Technical teams will coordinate the further work schedule.
Britain has allowed the blueprints for Scalp components to be handed over to Ukraine for missile production. Italy has withdrawn from military exercises within the coalition.
On Ukraine’s Independence Day, iconic structures in six countries around the world were illuminated in blue and yellow. The displays became a symbol of solidarity.
Full-scale exercises of the "Coalition of the Willing" will take place in October–November. Macron said that they will demonstrate operational readiness.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham will announce in Kyiv the disclosure of SCALP technologies to create assembly lines in Ukraine. London will also continue its military support.
Andy Burnham will meet with Zelenskyy and allies to strengthen support for Ukraine and its air defense. London will disclose data for the production of SCALP missiles.
A 68-year-old Frenchman died after his car became stuck in Death Valley. The tourist walked across the salt flats in temperatures of 46°C.
Alina Bushma won bronze at the European Squash Championship in Budapest. It is Ukraine’s first medal in the history of the continental championship.
Emmanuel Macron announced increased support for Ukraine and the dispatch of interceptor missiles after speaking with Zelenskyy. He called for increased pressure on Russia.
The leaders of Ukraine and France discussed air defense, missiles, diplomacy, and financing Ukraine’s defense for nearly two hours. The sides agreed to speed up deliveries.
NATO countries are discussing a contribution to an international operation for safe shipping in the Strait of Hormuz without the Alliance's flag. France and Britain are forming a coalition.
Leaders of the Coalition of the Willing will meet on August 24 to discuss strengthening Ukraine’s air defense, pressure on Russia, and security guarantees.
The leaders of the “coalition of the willing” will meet on August 24, 2026. NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Šekerinska will participate remotely.
In the French region of Champagne, grape harvesting began in mid-August - the earliest ever recorded. Heat and drought shortened the time available for the harvest.
Paris was left out of the TRIPP project and lost a key ally in Pashinyan’s government. At the same time, Yerevan maintains ties with the United States, the EU, and Russia.