Ukraine
A Ukrainian coin won the award for the most inspiring coin in the “Coin of the Year” competition. It is dedicated to the resilience of the military and the unity of Ukrainians.
On September 1, rain and thunderstorms are expected in the western and northern regions, with daytime temperatures reaching 28°C. September is forecast to be close to the climatic norm.
Zelenskyy said that the intelligence services of Ukraine and its partners are recording Putin’s desire to continue the war. He discussed this with Witkoff and Kushner.
The National Security and Defense Council obliged the regions to strengthen infrastructure protection, increase backup power capacity by 20%, and create a two-week fuel reserve.
U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Anton Siluanov in Asheville. They discussed Donald Trump's peace plan.
Zelenskyy had a constructive conversation with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. The parties are determining the date of their visit to Ukraine.
Ankara has proposed a mechanism for the safe export of grain through the Black Sea and is discussing it with Kyiv and Moscow. The parties have not yet reached an agreement.
Tomorrow, 25,000 educational institutions will begin operating in Ukraine. In dangerous communities, mass events will be permitted only with due regard for safety.
Belgium opposed using €200 billion in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine. Sweden, Poland, the Netherlands and Spain supported the scheme.
In Nepal, DNA profiling is being conducted to identify unidentified bodies after the natural disaster. The whereabouts of 56 Ukrainians remain unknown.
Mykhailo Fedorov will advise Italy’s defense minister pro bono on drones and air defense. In Ukraine, there are concerns about a leak of military technologies.
The police advise going to a shelter immediately during an air raid alert or following the two-wall rule. Do not hide near gas stations, in elevators, or in basements.
The IMF mission, led by Gavin Gray, is assessing Ukraine’s reforms and the draft 2027 Budget. The negotiations are taking place במסגרת the EFF program.
Zelenskyy and Koretskyi coordinated diplomatic efforts on defense financing, energy, and social programs. Veteran programs will be strengthened separately.
The Rada staff is looking for a way to ensure the uninterrupted operation of Parliament during alerts. The idea of voting via an app has not yet been approved.
Prematurely born and ill infants can receive rehabilitation free of charge under the Medical Guarantees Programme. Services are available until the age of three with a referral.
As part of the EUNAVFOR MED IRINI military operation, the MV SUN tanker was inspected in the Mediterranean Sea on August 30. Measures against the shadow fleet will be discussed by EU defence ministers.
A fire broke out at the WB Electronics factory in Poland, and a camera captured a man wearing a balaclava. The ABW is investigating the sabotage theory.
Vadym Chenchyk was appointed acting head of the State Border Guard Service. Valerii Vavryniuk was relieved of these duties.
The commanders suspected by investigators of being involved in the missile strikes on a children's hospital and a hotel in Kramatorsk were notified of suspicion.
The Economist reports on Putin's plans to recruit another 300,000–400,000 men without a new mobilization. Recruitment could be carried out by regional authorities.
The Economic Security Bureau confirmed four proceedings concerning aircraft leasing and refused to explain why it equates it with royalties. The Bureau cited the secrecy of the investigation.
Lavrov stated that NATO's actions in the Arctic threaten Russia's security. The Alliance is increasing its presence in the region.
Elon Musk has allegedly agreed to Ukraine's use of Starlink-equipped drones against targets in Russia. The final decision must be made by the White House.
Law enforcement officers detained seven members of “Khimprom” who recruited drug dealers in Kazakhstan. Two organizers are hiding abroad.
Goldman Sachs warned of a global shortage of refining capacity due to wars and strikes on refineries. The forecast for diesel fuel margins has been raised to $63 in the U.S. and $49 in the EU.
The government has exempted children under 18 from the consular fee for registration abroad. Applications from children aged 14 and over will be processed on the day they are submitted.
Over the past day, 225 combat clashes took place, a third of them on the Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka and Lyman fronts. Russia deployed 11,517 drones.
Russia launched an Kh-59 missile and 121 drones at Ukraine overnight. Air defense shot down or suppressed 96 unmanned aerial vehicles; the missile did not reach its target.
August 31 marks the International Day of Awareness of Overdose and the International Day for People of African Descent. According to the new calendar, the Belt of the Virgin Mary is commemorated.