President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia does not want to end the war, putting forward ultimatums. This is being done so that US President Donald Trump does not impose sanctions on the Russian Federation.
In Kyiv, on August 23, full traffic in both directions opens on the Podilskyi Bridge crossing. The bridge will have four lanes in each direction, a new tunnel, and bicycle paths.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that the Kremlin's demands are a trap that will reward the aggressor. She emphasized that concessions to Russia will not lead to peace, but will only strengthen its impunity.
83% of Ukrainians want to link their lives with Ukraine, although this figure has decreased. 73% of respondents believe in victory over Russia.
The Mediterranean cyclone Lukas is moving eastward, causing rains in the south, east, and center. On Independence Day, short-term rains are expected in the western, northern, and central regions of Ukraine.
Today, strong health and good well-being have become some of the main values for every person.
On Friday, August 22, cloudy weather with clearings, as well as rains, thunderstorms, and squalls are expected in Ukraine. Air temperature will fluctuate from 17° to 33°.
Information about school diaries featuring Volodymyr Zelenskyy, copying Putin's images, is fake. The Center for Strategic Communications refutes the existence of such diaries in Ukraine.
A sharp deterioration in air quality and a persistent smell of burning are being recorded in Kyiv. Residents are advised to close windows and limit their time outdoors.
Tomorrow, August 22, traffic will be restricted in the center of Kyiv. This is due to security measures involving foreign delegations.
An increase in the number of COVID-19 cases has been recorded in Ukraine, but the incidence rate in August 2025 is three times lower than in August 2024. The highest number of cases has been detected in Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and Lviv regions, as well as in Kyiv Oblast.
Kyiv TCC explained the UAH 56,000 fine for mobilized Yevhen Pospelov, who did not appear after receiving a summons. The man was brought to the TCC by law enforcement officers, after which he was mobilized.
A 38-year-old Kyiv resident took a bag with documents and two thousand hryvnias from a 45-year-old woman on European Union Avenue. He faces up to ten years in prison for robbery committed under martial law.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in a conversation with Emmanuel Macron, stated Ankara's readiness to join initiatives for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. The leaders also discussed the escalation in the Middle East, particularly the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
France reacted harshly to Russia's massive attack on Ukraine on August 20-21, which caused casualties and destruction. Paris emphasizes that the Kremlin's actions prove the absence of a desire for peace, despite declarations about negotiations.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is justifying himself over interpretations of his words regarding the possible deployment of the Bundeswehr to Ukraine. He emphasized that no decisions on troop deployment have been made, and his comments were taken out of context.
Prosecutor General Kravchenko stated that an additional examination in the case of the murder of a 16-year-old boy on the funicular will confirm the guilt of Artem Kosov. The accused, according to Kravchenko, is deceiving the court by changing his testimony regarding the incident.
The Kyiv Court of Appeal upheld the life sentence for a resident of Kyiv Oblast for the murder of a 10-year-old girl in 2016. The prosecution defended the verdict, despite nine years of legal battles and numerous attempts to delay the process.
Air defense is operating in Kyiv amid the threat of enemy drones. Air defense forces are working on enemy UAVs in the Holosiivskyi district of the capital.
The Favbet Foundation charity fund continues to support the development of children's and amateur sports in Ukraine.
Former executives of a Kyiv maternity hospital will be prosecuted for embezzling UAH 4. 5 million in budget funds. They registered fictitious employees and transferred their salaries to controlled bank cards.
At the trial in the case of the murder of a teenager on the funicular, Artem Kosov explained that he did not report the beating to the police due to a state of shock. Prosecutor General Kravchenko interrogated Kosov, who denied guilt and confirmed alcohol and cannabis use.
In June, Ukrainian banks issued 694 mortgage loans totaling UAH 1. 3 billion. The weighted average interest rate on the primary market was 8% per annum, and on the secondary market – 9.85%.
Ukraine insists on a ceasefire before negotiations with Russia, considering it necessary for a real peace process. President Zelenskyy emphasizes the importance of bilateral agreements and US participation to end the conflict.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will not compromise on its territories, including Donbas and Crimea. He emphasized that legally, Ukraine does not recognize any occupation.
At the trial in the case of the murder of a 16-year-old teenager on the funicular, Artem Kosov pleaded not guilty. He stated that he had no motives for the crime.
President Zelenskyy confirmed consultations with the US and Europe regarding a meeting with the Russian Federation. Kyiv insists on neutral European territory, rejecting Moscow and Budapest.
Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Kyiv began interrogating Artem Kosov, a former UDO employee accused of the intentional murder of a 16-year-old boy.
On September 7, Lutsk will host the MHP Run4Victory charity race. All funds raised will go to support the soldiers of the 100th Separate Mechanized Brigade.
Five Ukrainians, including an infant, have been rescued from temporarily occupied territories as part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative. Among them are an 18-year-old girl and a young family with an infant who lived without electricity and water.
