US President Donald Trump informed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz that the meeting between Steve Witkoff and Vladimir Putin was more productive than expected. Earlier, a possible meeting between Trump and Putin, and then with Zelenskyy, was discussed.
Over the past day, 113 combat engagements took place, the enemy is actively operating in the Lyman and Pokrovsk directions. The occupiers used 1564 kamikaze drones and carried out over 4,000 shellings.
After a conversation with Donald Trump, President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine proposed to define a common position on a ceasefire. European leaders were on the call, discussing the situation after the US representative's visit to Moscow.
US President Donald Trump plans a personal meeting with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin next week. Soon after that, he plans to meet with Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting in Sumy region with the military leadership. Priorities and the Ministry of Defense's six-month plan were discussed, as well as the actions of the Air Assault Forces.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer participated in a phone conversation between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump. The conversation took place against the backdrop of White House envoy Steve Witkoff's meeting with Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin.
Minister of Defense of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal announced the implementation of the DELTA combat digital ecosystem at all levels of the Defense Forces. The system allows seeing the battlefield in real time and exchanging information, supporting the destruction of over 2000 enemy targets daily.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia is now more inclined towards a ceasefire due to pressure. He emphasized the importance of an honest end to the war and the protection of Ukraine's independence.
As a result of the Russian artillery shelling of Nikopol, three people were killed, including a rescuer. Four more people were injured, and a car was destroyed.
First Lady Olena Zelenska and Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha met with the Rector of Kobe Gakuin University in Japan. The institution joined the Global Coalition of Ukrainian Studies, becoming the first participant from Japan in this initiative.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with President Trump and European leaders. They discussed statements made in Moscow and emphasized the need for a fair end to the war.
The meeting between US Ambassador Steve Witkoff and Vladimir Putin was deemed successful, but secondary US sanctions against Russia will be imposed on Friday. They are intended to prevent third-party trade with sanctioned countries.
Negotiations between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have concluded.
Ukraine's partners have pledged over UAH 3 billion for the purchase of household fuel for vulnerable households for the 2025-2026 heating season. Each household can receive UAH 19,400.
Large-scale abuses and bribery causing over UAH 125 million in damages to the state have been exposed in Ivano-Frankivsk and Volyn regions. Among the suspects are city mayors, deputies, and heads of state-owned enterprises.
The head of the State Department announced the possible imposition of sanctions against Russia. The decision is expected after consultations with the special envoy who returned from the Russian Federation.
In Kyiv on August 6, due to a heavy downpour, traffic was temporarily blocked on several streets. The consequences of the bad weather were eliminated by 92 green builders and 13 rescuers.
Law enforcement officers exposed a scheme of misappropriation of UAH 10 million in procurements for the digital modernization of the Ministry of Justice. Among the defendants are a former State Secretary and current heads of departmental administrations. The officials inflated the cost of server equipment and software.
India's Ministry of External Affairs states that US tariffs on Russian oil imports are "unfair. " Trump's decision is called "unfortunate," and India promises to protect its interests.
Two people sought medical attention in Sumy after bat bites at the end of July. The victims were immediately prescribed anti-rabies treatment, as bats can be carriers of the rabies virus.
176,376 applicants received recommendations for admission to bachelor's programs. This year, the algorithm distributed places for both state-funded and contract-based education, including grants.
US President Donald Trump will hold his second phone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky this week today. The conversation will take place amid White House envoy Steve Witkoff's meeting with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin.
The head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine reported that the situation on the border with Belarus remains unchanged. This comes against the backdrop of the arrival of the first group of Russian military personnel in Belarus for joint exercises.
President Zelenskyy visited the command post of the 225th Separate Assault Regiment in Sumy region. Needs, provisions, and training were discussed, as well as the liberation of Andriivka and Kindrativka.
The State Aviation Service transferred the maintenance of Mi-8 helicopters to a UAE company, despite the presence of Ukrainian enterprises. Experts state risks to national security and the economy due to the company's ties with the Russian Federation.
Movement is permitted during daylight hours and with the mandatory participation of pilots.
The state agency PlayCity and Meta company blocked seven Instagram accounts that advertised casinos. Bloggers systematically promoted online casinos through Stories, publishing videos with winnings and links to websites.
The government initiative Defence City may exclude the aviation industry, which threatens defense capabilities. This will lead to production shutdowns, outflow of specialists, and loss of international image.
This airfield is used for launching Iranian Shahed drones against Ukraine.
The ambassadors of the G7 countries welcomed the appointment of Oleksandr Tsivinsky as the director of the Bureau of Economic Security of Ukraine. This decision by the Cabinet of Ministers supports transparent governance and improves the business climate.
