Donald Trump stated that the US could focus on air operations for Ukraine, as they have the best equipment. European countries are ready to send troops on the ground to ensure peace.
Representatives of the "coalition of the willing" countries will meet with their American counterparts to strengthen plans for security guarantees for Ukraine. Further sanctions against Russia will also be discussed.
EU leaders concluded their video conference meeting. It took place after the Washington summit, Tusk made the first statement.
Donald Trump said he had arranged a meeting with Putin and Zelenskyy. He believes that the Russian dictator and the President of Ukraine get along better than he thought.
Law enforcement officers stopped an attempt to illegally export over two tons of crushed car catalysts containing precious metals from Ukraine. The value of the seized goods exceeds 11 million hryvnias, and three members of the group have been notified of suspicion.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko discussed with Italian Ambassador Carlo Formosa the international register of damages and business protection in Ukraine.
Donald Trump stated that Ukraine will receive "a lot of land" after the war with Russia ends. He did not specify details, but noted that this would "save lives" of Ukrainians.
Donald Trump considers Ukraine's full membership in NATO virtually impossible. He noted that Ukraine could receive certain security guarantees.
At the National Children's Hospital "Okhmatdyt", the restoration of the treatment and diagnostic building, damaged by aggression, is underway. Over 2000 m² of facade have already been dismantled, new windows installed, and internal premises renovated, while the hospital continues to admit patients.
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.
Donald Trump stated that European countries will send troops to ensure peace in Ukraine. He did not announce the participation of American troops in this mission.
The former head of a police unit in Bukovyna was sentenced to 7 years in prison with confiscation of property. He was found guilty of inciting a bribe and seizing 40 thousand euros.
US President Donald Trump believes that Volodymyr Zelenskyy should be flexible in negotiations. Trump also hopes for good behavior from Putin.
The meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump is assessed as positive, having launched a negotiation process involving Putin. Political scientist Oleh Lisnyi believes that everything now depends on the Russian dictator.
The Verkhovna Rada is preparing to consider draft laws on Defence City.
On the night of August 19, Ukrainian long-range SBU drones hit two Russian ammunition depots in Bilokurakyne, Luhansk region. This weakened the supply of ammunition to the front, particularly in the Pokrovsk direction.
European leaders held a video conference to discuss negotiations on Ukraine. Security guarantees, sanctions, and the return of abducted children were discussed.
Today, a meeting of the "coalition of the willing" took place, co-chaired by Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer. Security guarantees for Ukraine and next steps were discussed.
On August 19, Ukraine celebrates Beekeeper's Day. On the occasion of the holiday, UNN has prepared a selection of dishes and drinks with honey.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer commented on the results of the meeting between European leaders and the presidents of the USA and Ukraine. He noted progress on security guarantees and the preparation of a bilateral meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy.
Prosecutor General Kravchenko announced suspicion against a Russian Lieutenant General for approving airstrikes on Mariupol in March 2022.
Ukraine has returned 1,000 bodies of fallen soldiers as a result of repatriation efforts. Among them are 5 bodies of servicemen who died in captivity, and Defenders from various directions.
The SBU's military counterintelligence and the National Police liquidated a large-scale scheme of evasion from mobilization in Kyiv. The organizer and accomplices sold fictitious certificates and "reservations"; over UAH 17 million in cash was seized.
Daniel "Kuba" Kitone has been appointed as the new brigade commander of the 13th National Guard Brigade "Khartia", replacing Ihor Obolensky. He promises to uphold combat traditions and care for the personnel.
Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares denied that the country's failure to meet NATO targets was the reason for its absence from the Ukraine talks. Albares emphasized Spain's commitment as an ally and its provision of military aid to Ukraine.
22-year-old Roksolana Hlynchak from Lviv won the title of wine princess in the German town of Bad Sulza. She will represent the region and its winemaking for a year.
The European Council is holding a video conference to discuss the latest high-level meetings on Ukraine. The EU, together with the US, seeks to achieve a lasting peace that will protect the security interests of Ukraine and Europe.
The head of the Russian Foreign Ministry stated that the Kremlin "never aimed to occupy the territories of Ukraine," but is trying to "protect Russians. "
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated that China supports dialogue and negotiations as the only ways to resolve the crisis in Ukraine. This was in response to statements by Zelenskyy and Trump regarding meetings with Putin.
The first state service with AI support has started operating in Ukraine within the "ePermit" system. It allows for obtaining a veterinary license with automatic document verification.
