Ukraine
Trump said that his representatives are taking a proposal to Moscow and Kyiv to end the war. He assessed the chances of reaching an agreement as good.
U. S. President Donald Trump said that Putin does not seek to attack NATO territory. Intelligence agencies are tracking Russian sabotage operations in Europe.
Berlin links the suspected attack on Leipzig Airport to Russian special services. Germany demands tougher visa restrictions for Russians.
Zelenskyy discussed defense needs and the PURL program with Rutte. With the President of Finland, he coordinated further steps to support Ukraine.
The government allocated UAH 2. 3 billion for the reconstruction of Vyshneve following the July 6 attack. Earlier, it had promised to allocate UAH 3.04 billion.
Zelenskyy said that U. S. special representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner would visit Moscow on Saturday and that Ukraine guarantees the "normal functioning of Russian airspace," while they are expected in Kyiv on Sunday.
The Ministry of Defence has completed its review of the status of defence industry enterprises: 86% confirmed it. The rest may submit a complete set of documents to obtain it again.
Zelenskyy discussed preparations for a response to Russian strikes with SBU Head Oleksandr Poklad. The timing of the attack will be chosen to achieve a result.
Sybiga condemned Russia’s strike on the SBU’s central building during peace efforts. He called on partners and UNESCO to protect Saint Sophia Cathedral.
The 17th Odesa International Film Festival has concluded in Kyiv. Over the course of nine days, audiences were shown more than 80 films across ten programs, including 13 Ukrainian films in the National Competition. Professional discussions about how to develop Ukrainian cinema during the war and where to find resources for new projects were an important part of the festival.
In August, the FAO Food Price Index rose to its highest level since November 2022. Weather and the war drove up grain and sugar prices.
Brent rose by 6. 1% over the week, while WTI gained 8.3%. In the United States, diesel reached a record price due to supply disruptions.
Rain, thunderstorms, and strong westerly winds are expected in most regions. By September 7, daytime temperatures will drop to 15–23°C.
President Zelenskyy reported that a Russian drone struck the central SBU building opposite St. Sophia's Cathedral. The drone was heading toward the SBU head's office.
Over 7 months, 1. 5 million tonnes of cargo were transported through Moldova. Experts are calling for the route to be expanded to Constanța and other regions.
Kyrylo Budanov expects U. S.-mediated talks to resume by the end of September. He said that conditions for a ceasefire are unlikely to emerge before spring.
Ukraine and Poland are exploring the possibility of a joint bid to host a World Cup in the 2040s. There are no official negotiations; planning may begin after the war.
Service members most often complain about military medical commissions, dismissals, payments, and transfers. The Office ordered 2,535 inspections, but officials sometimes ignore the findings.
Estonia will contribute another 100,000 euros to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund. The country’s total contribution will exceed 2.7 million euros.
The Economic Security Bureau interprets aircraft leasing as royalties and has opened cases against airlines. The lawyer emphasized: the final decision on taxation is made by the court.
Two teenagers in Odesa region beat and strangled their 12-year-old fellow villager, filmed it, and shared the video on social media. They face up to 10 years in prison.
The BKA has registered 165 suspected acts of sabotage in Germany since the beginning of 2026. Security agencies believe that Russia is involved in many of them.
The Finance Minister forecasts a budget deficit of up to $32. 6 billion and a possible postponement of non-military payments. He called on the EU to use Russian assets.
In September, six new films will be shown in Ukraine: thrillers, mystical stories, a historical drama, and survival films.
Witkoff and Kushner planned to visit Moscow and Kyiv on September 5–6. Due to Witkoff's concerns, the date of the trip to Ukraine is being discussed.
The head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration and former mayor of Melitopol will head the State Agency for Restoration and Infrastructure Development of Ukraine. Serhii Sukhomlyn, who had previously been mayor of Zhytomyr, was dismissed from this position at his own request.
The U. S. Senate approved a bill on sanctions against Russia and Iran, but its consideration in the House of Representatives remains uncertain. Vlasiuk said there is broad bipartisan support for increasing pressure on Moscow.
Russian drones damaged 34 facilities in the Kyiv region and warehouses near Kyiv. In the capital, 14 people were injured, including a 12-year-old girl.
Friedrich Merz's government is considering providing Ukraine with target coordinates in response to the drone attack in Leipzig. Berlin will also increase military support for Kyiv.
At night, Russia launched an Kh-31P missile and 121 drones at Ukraine. Air defense shot down or suppressed 103 unmanned aerial vehicles; hits were recorded at 15 locations.