Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that Ukraine's actions are defensive, while Russia is committing genocide. He emphasized Ukraine's right to effectively counteract aggression and was not surprised by the changes at the front.
An air alert has been issued in Kyiv due to the threat of attack drones. Air defense forces are operating in the Kyiv region, and people are urged to take shelter and not ignore the alarms.
Movement of enemy drones was spotted in Kyiv region. Air Defense Forces are actively working in the region, and people are asked not to take pictures or film the work of the defenders.
The Ministers of Defense of Ukraine and Lithuania meet in Kyiv to discuss the situation at the front and the needs of the Armed Forces. An agreement is signed on cooperation within the Lithuanian-led Coalition for Demining.
Minister Kuleba met with James O'Brien in Kyiv. They discussed NATO membership, air defense, the F-16 program, and the possibility of Ukraine using long-range weapons against military targets in Russia.
24,360 Ukrainian families have chosen the Baby Box at birth since the beginning of 2024. Kyiv, Dnipropetrovska and Zakarpatska oblasts became the leaders. The content of the package has been updated to meet the needs of parents.
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson reported a restrained reaction from partners to the Ukrainian Armed Forces' operation in the Kursk region of Russia. Ukrainian forces control about 1,000 square kilometers of territory, and Western partners express understanding of Ukraine's actions.
Participants and medalists of the 2024 Olympics have returned to Ukraine. Among them are Zhan Beleniuk, Lyudmyla Luzan, Parviz Nasibov and others, who brought the country 12 medals, including 3 gold.
The Kyiv Regional Prosecutor's Office has sued 35 hectares of forest worth UAH 840 million in Obukhiv district. The land belonged to companies associated with a former MP and co-founder of the OPFL.
The governments of Ukraine and the United States are discussing strengthening cooperation in the field of critical materials to attract American investment. Ukraine became a member of the Minerals Security Partnership Forum and is ready to expand cooperation.
The construction of a unique residential complex for wounded soldiers is nearing completion in Kyiv Oblast. At the end of August, 56 families will receive the keys to their homes in Ukraine's first inclusive town for defenders.
A 20-year-old Russian agent who set fire to the cars of Ukrainian defenders and was preparing an assassination attempt on an Armed Forces officer was detained in Kyiv. The attacker was caught while preparing to install video surveillance of the "target".
Kyiv customs officers prevented an attempt to import 23 tons of Russian auto parts into Ukraine. The confiscated parts worth UAH 5.7 million were handed over to the Azov brigade to repair vehicles.
Experts of Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise identified the fragments of DPRK missiles after the strikes on Kyiv region. Experts are confident in the origin of the missiles, but cannot establish the date of their manufacture.
Dry weather is expected in Ukraine on August 13, with temperatures of 21-26°, up to 30° in Zakarpattia and up to 32° in the south. Short-term rain is possible only in the northeast, in Kyiv, no precipitation, 23-25°.
U. S. Senator Lindsey Graham suggested that Ukraine invite retired Western F-16 pilots to fight. This would allow the aircraft to be used earlier, while Ukrainian pilots are being trained.
Local residents reported explosions in the temporarily occupied Skadovsk in Kherson region. An air alert was declared in Kyiv and a number of regions.
An air alert has been declared in Kyiv and many regions of Ukraine due to the threat of ballistic missile attacks. The military reports a threat from the northeast, and residents are asked to take shelter immediately.
On August 13, bus routes #44 and #70 in Kyiv will be temporarily changed due to repairs on Alisher Navoi Avenue. Traffic on this section will be restricted from 08:00 to 20:00.
The President of Ukraine discussed with the US Senate delegation the importance of transferring military aid. The senators supported Ukraine and proposed a new bill 'Help Ukraine Act'.
During a visit to Kyiv, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham welcomed Ukraine's decision to launch an offensive in the Kursk region of Russia. He called on the U.S. administration to continue to help Ukraine and provide the necessary weapons.
The President of Ukraine has instructed the GUR, the SBU, and the MIA to actively communicate with the families of captured Ukrainians. The agencies are to explain the process of forming exchange lists and present a strategy for the return of prisoners.
Athletes in diving, athletics, freestyle wrestling and rowing returned to Kyiv after the 2024 Olympics. Oleksiy Sereda, who took 8th place in the diving competition, shared his impressions and plans for the future.
Russia's full-scale aggression has caused significant damage to the Ukrainian industry. The example of Brovapharma shows how businesses are adapting to the new realities and cooperating with local authorities to maintain production.
Kyiv police detained a 32-year-old woman who stole money and valuables while cleaning apartments. The suspect is involved in seven episodes of thefts totaling over UAH 270 thousand.
The Kyiv School of Economics has concluded that Ukraine is capable of producing 90% of the construction materials needed for reconstruction. The key is to attract investment in the construction materials industry right now.
Weather forecaster Natalka Didenko predicts a rise in temperatures in Ukraine this week. The heat wave is expected to peak on August 16-20, but cooler air is already being felt at night, especially in the north of the country.
The Prime Minister of Ukraine met with U. S. senators in Kyiv. They discussed support for Ukraine, the use of frozen Russian assets, strengthening air defense, and investments by American businesses.
Deputy Minister of Health Ihor Kuzin said that the risk of monkeypox for Ukraine is estimated to be very low. Only isolated cases have been registered in Ukraine, without an epidemic rise.
Ukraine's power system is stable, no blackouts are planned. A fire broke out on the territory of ZNPP, but the radiation background is normal. 495 settlements remain without power due to the fighting.
