Diplomatic sources report that an analysis is currently underway regarding the impact of the Polish bill on "Banderite" symbols on Ukrainian citizens. Ukraine expects the rights of its compatriots in Poland to be respected.
Lithuanian intelligence considers the probability of hybrid attacks during the "West-2025" exercises to be low, but does not rule out individual provocations.
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski stated that President Karol Nawrocki's veto on the law on aid to Ukrainians effectively disconnects the internet in Ukraine. This stops Starlink support and data storage for the Ukrainian government.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki is initiating changes to the criminal code, equating the "Banderite symbol" with Nazi and communist symbols.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki vetoed the bill on aid to Ukrainian citizens. He insists that 800+ aid should only be provided to Ukrainian refugees who are working.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine has always sought partnership with Hungary. Now, the further state of these relations depends exclusively on Hungary itself.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will hold official meetings in Warsaw, Berlin, and Riga on August 25–27. The main topics of the visit are strengthening transatlantic relations, developing strategic industries, and unwavering support for Ukraine.
86 years ago, the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact, which provided for the division of Europe, was signed in Moscow. This agreement became a prerequisite for the Second World War and led to the invasion of Poland.
In Warsaw, near the Russian embassy, activists painted a Ukrainian flag on the asphalt. Police are working on the scene, traffic is complicated.
The Criminal Service of the Lithuanian Customs Department uncovered a scheme to circumvent sanctions against Russia, organized by 11 individuals. A company from Kaunas supplied water treatment equipment to Russian oil enterprises through Portugal, Bulgaria, and Turkey.
NATO's easternmost countries are experiencing a sharp increase in radio and satellite jamming, affecting air and sea communications. Lithuania accused Russia of a 22-fold increase in GPS jamming.
AFU officer Andriy Tkachuk does not consider a repeated invasion from Belarus during joint exercises with Russia. He believes that the exercises are aimed at pressuring the Baltic countries and Poland.
On August 23, Ukraine celebrates the Day of the State Flag and Kharkiv City Day. Also today is International Blind Dog Day, European Day of Remembrance for Victims of Stalinism and Nazism, and International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Poland must react to the fall of a Russian drone on its territory. The object that fell near Osinów was a Russian drone, likely having flown from Belarus.
Poland and Norway are completing the construction of a military training camp for Ukrainian and Polish troops. The first course starts on September 1.
Prices for new harvest apples in Ukraine fell by 12% in a week. Wholesale batches are sold for 35-45 UAH/kg due to low demand and an excess of last year's apples.
Hungary stopped receiving Russian oil via the Druzhba pipeline after the third strike in a short period.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 2185/USD, strengthening it by 16 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is UAH 47.98/EUR, and the zloty is UAH 11.28/PLN.
The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs handed a note of protest to the Russian ambassador regarding the drone incident in the village of Osyny. Warsaw demands explanations and an end to provocative actions.
Lithuania, a NATO member, has declared a no-fly zone near the capital Vilnius along the border with Belarus due to the threat from drones. This will allow the armed forces to respond to airspace violations.
A Ukrainian citizen, Serhiy K. , has been detained in Italy on suspicion of involvement in the Nord Stream pipeline explosions. He was allegedly on board the sailboat used by the attackers.
The drone that fell in Poland has been preliminarily identified as a Russian drone, which, according to the investigation, could have flown from Belarus. Poland has protested to Russia over the violation of its airspace.
Poland scrambled fighter jets and activated air defense systems due to the activity of Russian long-range aviation attacking Ukraine. This ensures the safety of Poland's territory and its citizens.
The Netherlands is sending two Patriot systems and 300 troops to Poland to guard a NATO logistics hub that supports Ukraine. This deployment of multi-layered air defense is intended to protect NATO and deter Russian aggression.
Poland's Minister of Defense stated that the country will not send its military to Ukraine. This does not prevent it from participating in the "Coalition of the Willing," defending NATO's eastern flank.
An explosion occurred in a field in eastern Poland, possibly caused by a drone. Polish President Krzysztof Nawrocki and the leadership of the security forces are monitoring the situation.
A night explosion occurred in Osina, Poland, and fragments of an unknown object were found. The Polish Minister of Defense is considering three versions: a Russian drone, a smuggled drone, or sabotage.
Most Ukrainian refugees in Poland are unlikely to return home even after a ceasefire, as they are well integrated into the Polish labor market. This contributes to Poland's economic growth, with GDP growth projected at 3% in 2025-2026.
Polish government spokesman Adam Szłapka explained why there was no Polish representative at the meeting in Washington regarding Ukraine. He noted that invitations to the White House come from the US President, not from other leaders.
Representatives of the "coalition of the willing" discussed security guarantees for Ukraine. Leaders reaffirmed the need for continued support for Ukraine in the war with Russia.
