On August 7, Russian troops lost 1040 soldiers, 7 tanks, and 52 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 08.08.25 amount to 1,061,350 personnel.
On August 8, a farewell ceremony will be held in Kyiv for Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchyna, who died in Russian captivity. Numerous signs of torture were found on the body of the deceased, and the Prosecutor General's Office announced suspicion against the head of pre-trial detention center No. 2 in Taganrog.
On August 8, warm and sunny weather without precipitation is expected in Ukraine. The temperature in most regions will be 22-27°, in the south and southeast - 26-31°.
August 8 marks the birthday of the refrigerator, patented by Albert Marshall in 1899. Also celebrated today are the Signal Corps Day of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, International Cat Day, and International Alliances Day.
Ukraine and Romania have agreed to intensify work on joint infrastructure projects, including the construction of a bridge across the Tysa River. European integration, defense cooperation, and attracting Romanian businesses to rebuild Ukraine were also discussed.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that Russia's attack on Georgia in 2008 was the first step in changing borders and undermining stability in the region. This aggression led to the occupation of 20% of Georgian territory and the forced displacement of over 200,000 people.
The Center of National Resistance records a systemic crisis with payments in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. Employees of the Romashka kindergarten in Svatove have not received their salaries for almost a year.
Teachers cannot apply for a deferral from mobilization through "Reserve+" because their data is not available in the EDDEBO. To do this, they need to contact the TCC and SP with a package of documents.
Russian occupiers have created an online catalog of Ukrainian children from Luhansk region, featuring their photos and character descriptions for adoption. Public activists call this child trafficking, which legalizes their abduction.
US President Donald Trump stated that the deadline for Putin regarding a ceasefire depends on the Kremlin leader's decision. Earlier, Trump set a 10-day deadline for reaching an agreement on a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Donald Trump stated that Putin should not meet with Zelensky before meeting with him. He emphasized that Putin and Zelensky would like to meet with him.
Zhytomyr's "Polissya" secured a confident victory over Hungarian "Paksi" in the first match of the 3rd qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League. Goals were scored by Andriyevskyi, Bezkorovainyi, and Lednev.
A fake about financial aid from the UN is being spread on Ukrainian social networks. The Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine states that this is fraud and urges not to follow suspicious links.
President Zelenskyy discussed diplomatic efforts and future contacts, including with Donald Trump, with Italian Prime Minister Meloni. The parties seek real peace and the involvement of European leaders in the process.
Since the beginning of the day, 119 combat engagements have taken place. The occupiers launched one missile and 55 air strikes, using 1724 kamikaze drones and carrying out 4015 shellings. In the Pokrovsk direction, 174 occupiers were neutralized.
President Zelenskyy announced a detailed conversation between the security advisors of Ukraine and its partners. The parties agreed to continue negotiations on August 8 to discuss a ceasefire.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that Ukraine must win, and the war must end on Ukrainian terms. He emphasized the need to destroy the enemy and inflict losses on them.
In Tbilisi, several thousand people marched to the parliament, commemorating the 17th anniversary of the Russian-Georgian war. Participants carried national flags and stickers with red poppies, chanting patriotic slogans.
US President's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff will hold a video conference with representatives of Ukraine and Europe. He will share details of his negotiations with Vladimir Putin and discuss a possible meeting between Trump and the Kremlin leader.
In Buryatia, volunteers announced a collection of household appliances and motorcycles for the needs of the Russian army. The Krasnopeev family donated an old IZh Jupiter motorcycle to support the front.
Today, a conversation will take place between security advisors of Ukraine, other European countries, and a representative of the US President. Coordinated approaches in diplomacy and a common position on a ceasefire will be discussed.
The Minister of Defense presented to the President of Ukraine key tasks until 2026. Among the priorities are increasing the procurement of Ukrainian weapons to 50% and developing a new contract for servicemen.
Indian state-owned oil refineries are suspending spot purchases of Russian crude oil. This comes amid increased pressure from Washington and the imposition of tariffs on Indian exports.
A group of people's deputies submitted bill No. 13596 to the Verkhovna Rada, which will allow dismissing Cabinet ministers based on the results of the interpellation procedure. This involves the parliament considering the issue of a minister's actions or inaction, demanding explanations and evaluating their activities.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva. A new financial aid program was discussed, which should strengthen Ukraine now and in the post-war period.
US President Donald Trump will meet with Putin only if the Russian dictator also meets with Zelenskyy. The White House has not confirmed a bilateral meeting, but is discussing a possible trilateral meeting.
The price reduction for the 100 most popular medicines in Ukraine, which started in March 2025, covered only 10% of the market's monetary volume. Expensive and vital drugs were not subject to regulation, and their prices increased.
Zelenskyy's advisor Dmytro Lytvyn denied information from the Polish publication Onet about the truce conditions proposed by the US to Russia. He emphasized that nothing of the sort was discussed during the leaders' conversation.
Ukraine and Moldova have extended the "transport visa-free regime" until the end of 2027. This decision abolishes quotas and permits for freight transportation for bilateral and transit routes.
The foreign ministers of Turkey and Russia discussed the war in Ukraine and negotiations. Ankara confirmed its readiness to be a mediator in peace settlement.
