Kyiv
A 52-year-old Kyiv resident took a yacht trip on the Dnipro despite the martial law ban. The police identified him and imposed a fine.
Traffic in the capital will be temporarily restricted on August 23–25 due to security measures involving foreign delegations. The restrictions will be in effect in the city center and four districts.
Emmanuel Macron announced increased support for Ukraine and the dispatch of interceptor missiles after speaking with Zelenskyy. He called for increased pressure on Russia.
Putin issued another round of threats while claiming that he was allegedly ready for dialogue. The Center for Strategic Communications responded.
The Cabinet of Ministers must hold an open competition for designs for a monument to the famous Ukrainian hetman. Its location will be determined jointly with the Kyiv City State Administration.
Zelenskyy and Kellogg discussed the intensification of Russian strikes and protection from ballistic missiles. Ukraine is requesting the delivery of Patriot interceptors.
Overnight, Russian forces significantly damaged the "Lustdorf" complex in Sauvignon. There were no casualties; the scheduled Ukrainian Cup matches will be postponed.
The Foreign Minister also added that implementing Freyja is important not only for Ukraine, but also for Europe, as it will protect European skies from ballistic threats posed by russia.
Russia will agree to peace only on terms that align with Putin's war aims. ISW considers the statement confirmation of the intention to continue the war.
Johann Wadephul arrived in Kyiv to reaffirm support for Ukraine. He called for infrastructure to be prepared in advance for the next winter.
In Darnytsia, a foreman at a railway enterprise was killed following a Russian ballistic missile strike. At Rozdilna station in Odesa region the railway station building was damaged.
A warehouse caught fire in Kyiv’s Darnytskyi district following a Russian ballistic attack. Preliminary reports indicate that one person was killed and that there are injured people.
On the night of August 22, Russia attacked Kyiv and the region with missiles, including ballistic ones. A series of explosions was heard in the capital.
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 President signed 15 decrees appointing 29 judges. Sixteen of them will work at the HACC and its Appeals Chamber.
The court arrested three suspects in the criminal organization case. Bail amounts are UAH 30 million, UAH 20 million, and UAH 7 million.
Zelenskyy informed Guterres about Russian strikes and civilian casualties. The parties discussed attacks on ports and the threat of rising prices.
Temporary traffic restrictions will be in effect in central Kyiv and four districts from August 22 to 25, 2026. The reason is security measures.
The city authorities urge Kyiv residents to identify shelters, not ignore alerts, and report suspicious individuals and objects. The SBU warns about recruitment for acts of sabotage.
At Lake Kyrylivske and the Syrets Stream, areas contaminated with petroleum products are being cleaned. Specialists are using the TREVITAN bioremediation agent.
The HACC remanded Maksym Mykytas in custody with bail set at UAH 30 million instead of the UAH 200 million requested by the prosecution. He said he was ready to cooperate.
Up to 10% of children at the Kyiv Perinatal Center are born prematurely. Caring for such infants is expensive and is not fully covered by payments from the NHSU.
1. 5 million Ukrainian individual entrepreneurs owe UAH 16.6 billion in taxes. The largest number of debtors is in Kyiv Oblast, while the largest total debt is in Kyiv.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs proposes introducing penalty points for drivers following a fatal road accident in Kyiv. Fifty new cameras have already begun operating on the roads.
Police detained a 36-year-old man in Kyiv who tried to flee during a document check. He was taken to the Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center, and a report was drawn up.
A 33-year-old Kyiv resident is suspected of sexually abusing five nieces and nephews aged between 2 and 8. He is being held in custody without bail, and the indictment has been referred to court.
Exhibitions, plays, a film club and concerts will take place in Kyiv on August 22–23. The events include tributes to Liatoshynsky and Kvitka Cisyk.
The CPD reported a new wave of Russian disinformation regarding the division of Ukraine. The Kremlin is trying to justify its aggression and sow distrust among its partners.
On August 21, heat of up to 37°C and variable cloudiness are expected in Ukraine. Brief rain showers and thunderstorms are possible in the north; in Kyiv, temperatures will reach up to +32°C.
The Italian company Leonardo has registered a "subsidiary" in Kyiv with capital of UAH 5. 13 million. It will engage in defense technologies and development.