Romania
President Zelenskyy offered Poland assistance and training in shooting down Russian drones, including "Shaheds. " This occurred after 19 Russian drones entered Polish airspace.
Moldova has declared an employee of the Belarusian embassy persona non grata. This decision is related to the detention of a former Moldovan intelligence officer suspected of transferring secret data to the Belarusian KGB.
Romania scrambled two F-16 fighter jets in response to an air alert due to a Russian drone attack on Ukraine. Radar systems detected drones near the border, but no violations of Romanian airspace were recorded.
Poland will close its border with Belarus, including railway crossings, due to aggressive Russian-Belarusian exercises "Zapad-2025". This decision was made for national security reasons, amid growing tensions and hybrid warfare.
High levels of alcohol consumption directly affect public health, increasing the risks of diseases and social problems.
The special services of the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Romania have exposed a Belarusian spy network in Europe. Among those exposed is a former deputy head of Moldovan intelligence, who was transmitting secret information to the Belarusian KGB.
Romanian forward of Kyiv Dynamo Vladislav Blenuțe found himself at the center of a scandal due to reposts of videos with a Russian propagandist and "Brigada". The club stated that the football player admitted his mistakes and confirmed his pro-Ukrainian position.
In Kyiv, the major restoration of the modern building of the Okhmatdyt hospital, damaged by a Russian attack, is underway. Facade, internal works, and renovation of engineering systems are being carried out.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's plane landed in Bulgaria using paper maps due to GPS deactivation. This occurred amid a growing number of GPS jamming incidents in Eastern Europe.
From March to July 2025, the Responsible Gambling Center (RGC) team worked on the preparatory stage of implementing a large-scale international experience exchange program on shaping responsible gaming policy.
About 2,000 cases of measles have been registered in Ukraine, most of which are in the western regions. Deputy Minister of Health Ihor Kuzin emphasized that vaccination is the only protection against measles.
Andriy Demchenko, spokesman for the State Border Guard Service, reported cases of detention of individuals who tried to illegally cross the border more than 10 times. Most such attempts are recorded on the borders with Romania and Moldova.
The President of France, the Chancellor of Germany, and the Prime Minister of Poland will visit Moldova. Their visit is intended to support the country's pro-European course and remind of an alternative to Russia.
In the first seven months of 2025, over 5,400 Ukrainians illegally crossed the border into Romania. This is fewer than last year, and a special legal regime of temporary protection applies to them.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy celebrated the 34th anniversary of Ukraine's Independence, hosting delegations from Canada, Sweden, Denmark, Romania, Lithuania, Latvia, and Great Britain. He thanked international partners for their support in the war and emphasized the heroism of Ukrainian soldiers.
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.
Ukrainian swimmer Nikita Sheremet won "gold" in the 50m freestyle at the Junior World Championships in Romania. He set a new junior record for Ukraine and equaled the junior world record.
A high-ranking Pentagon official informed allies about the minimal role of the US in Ukraine's security guarantees. European countries are concerned and demand the deployment of American fighter jets in Romania.
European countries are asking Donald Trump to deploy American F-35 fighter jets in Romania. This is intended to deter Russia and provide security guarantees to Ukraine, and there is also talk of Patriot and NASAMS missiles.
Romanian Railways is testing a new direct train route between Bucharest and Kyiv. The four-car train will run once a week via Chisinau.
The Romanian Ministry of Defense announced the scrambling of two German Eurofighter jets after detecting groups of Russian drones near the border with Ukraine. The aircraft monitored the air situation in the border area in the north of Tulcea county.
On August 14, a fire broke out at the filtering unit of the second power block at the Romanian Cernavodă Nuclear Power Plant. It was quickly extinguished, and there is no threat to the safety or operation of the plant.
Romania proposes expanding the joint mine-clearing mission with Bulgaria and Turkey in the Black Sea. The goal is to strengthen the protection of energy infrastructure and trade routes from threats posed by Russia.
The Ukrainian company "Automagistral-Pivden" has signed a contract for the reconstruction of a 43-kilometer section of the R34 highway in Moldova. The contract value is 57.1 million euros, financed by the EBRD.
Poland signed a $3. 8 billion agreement with the US to modernize 48 F-16 fighter jets. This will enhance the aircraft's compatibility with NATO and strengthen deterrence against potential aggression.
The State Customs Service reminded of the list of necessary documents for traveling outside Ukraine by personal vehicle. Check for a passport, driver's license, Green Card, and other mandatory documents.
The Athens Court of Appeal has allowed the extradition of Moldovan oligarch Vlad Plahotniuc to his homeland. The final decision will be made by the Ministry of Justice of Greece.
Romanian President Nicușor Dan will visit Kyiv in the autumn at the invitation of Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Romania supports Ukraine in achieving a just peace and its sovereignty.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a phone conversation with his Romanian counterpart Nicușor Dan. They discussed further joint diplomatic steps and EU support for Ukraine.
SBGS spokesman Andriy Demchenko stated that illegal border crossing by men harms Ukraine's image. Border guards are strengthening measures to prevent such cases.