In August 2025, the highest demand for apartments was recorded in the western regions, while houses were most actively bought in the central regions. Chernivtsi, Volyn, and Zhytomyr regions lead in the number of responses to apartment sale advertisements.
US President Donald Trump had a productive conversation with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, discussing trade, fentanyl, and the war in Ukraine. They also agreed to meet at the APEC summit in South Korea and for Trump to visit China next year.
The European Union proposes a full ban on imports of Russian liquefied natural gas from January 1, 2027. The EU also proposes to ban transactions with more Russian banks and trade restrictions for companies in China and India.
A high-ranking French military-space official has reported an increase in hostile activity in space, particularly from Russia, reflecting conflicts on Earth. Western countries note the rapid development of China's space programs and the increasing number of anti-satellite weapons in orbit.
Over 16 kg of psychotropic substances worth almost UAH 23 million, as well as equipment and precursors, were seized.
NATO fighter jets shot down several Russian drones that violated Polish airspace. American and Western intelligence agencies cannot conclude whether this was an accident or an intentional test of the alliance's defenses.
The Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs sent a note of protest to the Russian side regarding the diplomatic mission's publications about opportunities to study in the illegally occupied territories of Ukraine. Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna explained that such actions by the embassy contradict Estonian legislation.
The United Kingdom has expanded sanctions against Russia, adding two oil tankers and Georgian politicians to the list. These measures are aimed at limiting the financing of the war in Ukraine and countering pro-Russian disinformation.
The European Commission plans to unfreeze approximately €550 million in EU funds for Hungary. This comes amid attempts to overcome Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's veto on imposing additional sanctions against Russia.
The head of British foreign intelligence MI6, Sir Richard Moore, stated that Putin does not seek peace and overestimated his strength. He noted that the invasion did not break Ukraine, but accelerated Russia's decline.
Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo has expressed support for EU efforts to monetize frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine. Spain is also working to reduce imports of Russian liquefied natural gas by diversifying supplies.
Lithuania has provided Ukraine with 1. 7 billion euros in aid, of which 800 million is defense support. This amounts to 2% of the country's GDP, which is the third highest among partner countries.
According to a KIIS poll, the share of Ukrainians who support elections before the end of the war, provided hostilities cease and security guarantees are in place, has risen to 22%. The majority of respondents (63%) still believe that elections should take place after a final peace agreement.
Psychologist Kateryna Kononova explained what autumn depression is, its symptoms, and causes. She also provided self-help tips for dealing with this condition.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov stated that Ukraine needs security guarantees, strong Armed Forces, and the support of allies. He emphasized that Ukraine has fulfilled its part of the agreement with the US and Europe, and now it is Russia's turn to take concrete steps for a settlement.
A former high-ranking official of the State Fiscal Service has been notified of suspicion of abuse of office. His actions led to the state being charged UAH 108 million in penalties for the untimely refund of VAT.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov stated that Russia plans to increase the number of attacks on Ukraine to a thousand per day. Ukraine needs additional air defense systems and funding for interceptors.
Law enforcement agencies should open criminal proceedings regarding Oleksandr Bilchuk's transfer of repair documentation for Mi-8MT(MTV) helicopters to the foreign company AAL Group Ltd, which is connected with the Russian military-industrial complex. This creates a threat of sensitive information leakage and may have signs of high treason.
Captured Russian occupiers testify that the command ordered them to shoot civilian Ukrainian men and use children and women as "human shields. "
Local police discovered a holiday villa on the island of Bali where a laboratory for growing marijuana and producing ecstasy was set up.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov stated that the exchange of prisoners of war between Russia and Ukraine is ongoing. Further steps regarding a ceasefire are expected after trilateral and bilateral meetings in Washington.
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys stated that Kyiv remains strong, free, and resilient. He emphasized that Ukrainians do not give up despite the aggression, and their courage protects all of Europe.
An international criminal organization has been exposed in Ukraine that, under the guise of "legal assistance," defrauded over 4,500 citizens of Europe and Central Asia. The damages caused exceed UAH 186 million, and nine participants have been notified of suspicion.
Minister of Social Policy Denys Uliutin presented the draft budget for 2026, where social spending will increase by 11%. In particular, payments for childbirth will increase to UAH 50,000 and monthly payments during the first year.
Comfortable weather with temperatures up to +28 degrees on Sunday is expected in Ukraine on September 20-21. A cold snap will come from the middle of next week, according to the forecast of meteorologist Natalka Didenko.
As of early August 2025, the volume of loans issued to Ukrainians and businesses reached UAH 1. 23 trillion, which is 15% more than in 2024. Loans are growing faster than deposits, which amount to UAH 2.79 trillion, but the growth rate of deposits has slowed down.
Minister of Finance Serhiy Marchenko announced the allocation of UAH 6 billion to support frontline territories. The funds will be used for housing, children's nutrition, educational spaces, and healthcare.
Minister of Finance Serhiy Marchenko announced the possibility of a repeated revision of the 2025 State Budget to increase funding for the security and defense sector. Consultations are currently underway regarding the format and timing of allocating additional expenditures.
Minister of Finance Serhiy Marchenko announced a revision of the subsistence minimum, which currently stands at 3209 hryvnias. It will be modernized and unlinked from inappropriate surcharges.
A survey showed that 58% of Ukrainians use artificial intelligence, a quarter of them do so regularly. AI is most often used for information retrieval, work, and study, but security concerns deter some users.
