Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar called on French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot to abandon the unilateral recognition of Palestine. Sa'ar stated that French President Emmanuel Macron would not be able to visit Israel as long as this step remains on the agenda.
Germany promises a significant expansion of military aid to Ukraine, including equipment for four mechanized brigades. Berlin will also contribute to the development of Kyiv's offensive capabilities, particularly in missile production.
Forward Roman Yaremchuk will not play for the Ukrainian national team against France due to injury. Goalkeeper Andriy Lunin and defender Oleksandr Tymchyk are also out of the squad.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced a meeting of 35 participants of the "coalition of the willing" at the Élysée Palace. They have a political and military proposal regarding security guarantees for Ukraine.
Users worldwide are reporting massive outages of Google and YouTube services. Most problems occurred with Google Maps, Google Search, and Google Drive.
A selection of five historical films about the Middle Ages offers viewers to immerse themselves in an era of battles, intrigues, and royal dramas. The films cover events from 14th-century Scotland to 15th-century England.
The plane carrying the head of the Spanish government to Paris for the "Coalition of the Willing" meeting broke down. Pedro Sanchez returned to Madrid and promises to join the summit on security guarantees for Ukraine via video link.
European leaders are concerned about a possible new Russian offensive in Ukraine. They are meeting with Zelenskyy to discuss security guarantees and the situation around Pokrovsk.
September 4 marks World Taekwondo Day, Customs Broker Day, and World Sexual Health Day. Also, the icon of the Mother of God "The Burning Bush" is honored.
Kyiv continues close coordination with allies on security guarantees. The European integration track, pressure on Russia, and investments in weapons production were discussed.
The presidents of Ukraine and France coordinated positions ahead of the "Coalition of the Willing" meeting and discussed the preparation of security guarantees. Defensive support, sanctions, and frozen Russian assets were also discussed.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal participated in a meeting of the "coalition of the willing," where a framework of questions regarding security guarantees was discussed. Partners confirmed their readiness to take responsibility for Ukraine's long-term security.
Defender Vitaliy Mykolenko has left the Ukrainian national team's camp due to an injury. He will be replaced by Vladyslav Dubinchak in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against France and Azerbaijan.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi had a phone conversation with the Chief of Staff of the French Armed Forces, Fabien Mandon. The parties discussed the situation at the front and the key needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Emergency services are working to eliminate the consequences of the Russian strike on September 3 on energy facilities, a transport hub, and residential areas. Zelenskyy emphasizes the need for strong pressure on the aggressor.
In Italy, a 45-year-old man is accused of posting fake porn photos of famous people, including politicians. Police launched an investigation after complaints from Giorgia Meloni, her sister, and the opposition leader.
The French Ministry of Health is preparing the medical system for a possible large-scale military conflict in Europe. Hospitals are being mobilized to receive thousands of wounded soldiers, and special plans are being formed in the regions.
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.
The leaders of two Bundestag coalition factions, Jens Spahn and Matthias Miersch, arrived in Kyiv. This is the first joint visit of the heads of the CDU/CSU and SPD parliamentary groups to Ukraine.
The Kremlin has intensified information efforts to deter Western support for Ukraine and undermine European participation in a peaceful settlement. These actions include accusing European states of prolonging the war and threatening with nuclear weapons.
Lille defeated Lorient 7-1 in the third round of Ligue 1, scoring all goals in the second half. Romain Perraud opened the scoring, and Hamza scored a brace.
Ukraine's Minister of Economy, Oleksiy Sobolev, signed the High Seas Treaty at the UN. This step confirms Ukraine's European course and contributes to the protection of marine ecosystems.
The Iranian rial hit a record low after European states took action against the Islamic Republic for failing to meet its nuclear commitments. The currency fell to 1,040,000 per US dollar in the unregulated market.
Serhiy Rebrov called up Kyiv "Dynamo" winger Nazar Voloshyn to the main squad of the Ukrainian national team. This happened before the opening matches of the 2026 World Cup qualifying tournament against France and Azerbaijan.
Donald Trump is in talks with European allies to bring armed contractors to Ukraine. They will assist in the construction of fortifications and the protection of American interests.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Putin aims to restore the former Soviet Union territorially. He emphasized the need to strengthen Franco-German cooperation to move Europe forward.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that Putin's refusal to meet with Zelenskyy by September 1 would indicate a deception of Trump. Macron threatened sanctions if the meeting does not take place.
China has expressed doubt about Europe's plan to reinstate sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program, warning of a possible deterioration of the situation. Beijing believes this will undermine the diplomatic process of resolving the Iranian nuclear issue.
France and Germany will provide Ukraine with additional air defense systems. This decision was made after the latest Russian strikes and confirmed by a joint declaration.
On August 29, the parliamentary election campaign began in Moldova. President Maia Sandu called for responsibility and warned of external interference.
