As of September 1, 2025, 328 Ukrainian companies out of 2,242 sanctioned legal entities generated UAH 240 billion in revenue. Most of these companies are registered in Kyiv, Crimea, Donetsk, and Luhansk regions.
Former goalkeeper of Kyiv "Dynamo" and Donetsk "Shakhtar" Artur Rudko was detained while attempting to illegally cross the border. According to unofficial information, he is currently undergoing basic military training in one of the training centers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Over the week, 30 war and collaboration crimes were recorded, and suspicions were announced against a former minister of revenues from Yanukovych's time and his accomplice. The case of the "head of the LPR" has been sent to court.
Statements about an excessive number of pharmacies in Ukraine do not correspond to reality. Studies show that their number per 100,000 population is less than or comparable to European figures.
Political expert Oleh Posternak criticized Vitaliy Shabunin for defending NABU detective Tebekin, who is suspected of illicit enrichment of UAH 4 million. The court chose a preventive measure for Tebekin in the form of bail and suspended him from office.
The SBU collected evidence against former Minister of Revenues and Duties Oleksandr Klymenko, who is financing Russia's war against Ukraine. He was заочно (in absentia) notified of suspicion of aiding the aggressor state.
Anton Shukhinin, owner of DOMINO, together with his wife, handed over educational supplies to more than 100 families of internally displaced persons whose homes were destroyed. He emphasized the importance of supporting those who lost their homes due to the war.
The number of COVID-19 cases is increasing in Ukraine, with 10,622 cases recorded in the 35th week of 2025. Local authorities decide on anti-epidemic measures, including the mask mandate.
On September 10, Ukraine will be divided: western regions expect rain with thunderstorms, while the south and east will have mostly dry and warm weather. An anticyclone will provide stable conditions for most regions, and an atmospheric front in the west will bring precipitation.
Eight militants who fought against the Defense Forces in Donetsk region received 15 years in prison with confiscation of property. They were captured in the Kursk, Kramatorsk, and Lyman directions.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine cleared Volodymyrivka and pushed back the enemy near Razino, Zoloty Kolodyaz, and in Novotoretske. At the same time, the occupiers advanced in the Serebryanske forestry in Luhansk region.
In the occupied part of Luhansk region, Russians extended the restrictions on mobile internet speed. The local occupation "authorities" explain this by the "security situation" and do not specify the terms of restoration.
In Ukraine, 10,622 cases of COVID-19 were recorded last week, which is 46. 2% more than the previous week. 14 deaths were registered, with further growth expected.
Almost 6,000 notaries work in Ukraine, the vast majority of whom are women. The number of professionals has decreased by 11% since the beginning of the full-scale invasion.
The Telegram messenger remains the main source of information for Ukrainians, read by 52% of respondents. YouTube and Facebook rank second and third, respectively.
The Ukrainian General Staff called Gerasimov's report on the results of the 2025 spring-summer campaign a lie. Russian troops did not gain full control over any major city, losing a significant number of soldiers and equipment, the Ukrainian agency emphasized.
The Russian military leadership provides unreliable data on successes at the front, overstating territorial gains. This is part of the Kremlin's information campaign aimed at convincing the West of Russia's inevitable victory and stopping support for Ukraine.
August 29 marks the 11th anniversary of the Ilovaisk tragedy, when Ukrainian military personnel were encircled. Despite agreements on a "green corridor," Russian troops treacherously opened fire on Ukrainian convoys.
In the occupied Donetsk region, six large cities have been switched to a limited water supply regime. The occupiers explain this by an accident on the main water pipeline, which exacerbates the water crisis in the region.
Steve Witkoff, special representative of the US President, after his visit to Moscow, misinformed Americans and Ukrainians regarding Putin's proposals. This caused confusion due to Witkoff's lack of diplomatic experience.
The summer campaign of Russian troops in Ukraine did not bring the expected results, ending in failure. In three months, the Russians captured only 0.3% of Ukrainian territory, failing to achieve their goals.
Oil prices rose sharply due to fears of disruptions in Russian oil supplies after hits on Russian territory. Expectations of lower interest rates in the US also positively affected global growth and fuel demand forecasts.
US Vice President J. D. Vance stated that Ukrainians will independently determine the territorial borders of their state. This was said on the NBC program "Meet the Press."
Ukraine conducted its 68th prisoner exchange on Independence Day. Military personnel and civilians returned, including journalists and the former mayor of Kherson.
President Zelenskyy thanked the military for long-range strikes and announced "good surprises" for Russians in Donbas. Details will be announced by the Commander-in-Chief.
The "Yellow Ribbon" movement presented the 24independence. day platform for congratulating residents of the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine on Independence Day. The website allows sending personal greetings and words of support, uniting Ukrainians.
The "Yellow Ribbon" movement adorned the occupied cities of Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, Kherson regions, and Crimea with Ukrainian flags. The action took place on August 23, Ukraine's National Flag Day, covering Yevpatoria, Sevastopol, Donetsk, Luhansk, Zhdanivka, Henichesk, Berdiansk, Mariupol, Simferopol, and Nova Kakhovka.
On August 22, 2025, an explosion in the Luhansk region eliminated Russian occupiers involved in crimes in Bucha. Two pickup trucks and a UAZ "Bukhanka" with ammunition were also destroyed.
In Lviv, border guards of the 7th Carpathian Border Detachment created a living flag of Ukraine on Mount Baba Rod. The wife of Hero of Ukraine Roman Hakh lit blue and yellow smoke bombs.
Russian servicemen in the Kherson direction are burning their equipment to avoid advancing to positions. This creates opportunities for the advancement of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, reports the partisan movement "ATESH".
