Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will remind Donald Trump of the deadline he gave to Russia. The two weeks mentioned by Trump expire on Monday.
The launch of Defence City is a positive step for Ukraine's defense industry, but expert Ihor Zhdanov emphasizes the need for separate support mechanisms for enterprises that produce critically important parts but do not meet formal criteria. He calls for a review of the status of aviation enterprises and consideration of the realities of war.
Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak and Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the UN Sergiy Kyslytsya met with Steve Witkoff. He is a special representative of US President Donald Trump.
The Office of the Prosecutor General of Ukraine and the UN Resident Coordinator, Mathias Schmale, agreed to intensify joint projects. Cooperation is focused on investigating international crimes and bringing perpetrators to justice.
President Zelenskyy assured that allowing men aged 18-22 to travel abroad will not affect defense capabilities. The decision was made to maintain the youth's connection with Ukraine and their education in Ukrainian universities.
France and Germany will provide Ukraine with additional air defense systems. This decision was made after the latest Russian strikes and confirmed by a joint declaration.
Large and medium-sized enterprises in Ukraine in the first half of 2025 received a 12. 85% lower financial result before taxation. The share of unprofitable enterprises remained at a quarter, and profits decreased by 10.4%.
The Russian inheritance cases register indicates the death of 220,000 Russian military personnel in Ukraine by August 2025. The pace of losses has increased, especially in 2024, when courts began to declare missing persons as deceased.
The head of state stated that the war between Russia and Ukraine will inevitably end. He emphasized that Putin is an aggressor who must end the conflict.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia might offer a new level of negotiations to postpone the leaders' meeting. This is being done to delay potential sanctions from the USA.
Andriy Yermak, Head of the Office of the President, will meet with Steve Witkoff, special envoy of President Donald Trump, in the USA on August 29. The meeting will concern agreements reached between Presidents Zelenskyy and Trump.
Deputy Minister of Defense Syrskyi discussed mechanisms of military-security guarantees with the commanders-in-chief of the "Coalition of the Willing" member countries. The developed solutions are intended to ensure a just and lasting peace for Ukraine and Europe.
As a result of a Russian drone strike on a Nova Poshta branch in Kramatorsk, a 49-year-old man was killed. A 13-year-old girl was wounded.
President Zelenskyy stated that he had heard about the idea of a 40-kilometer buffer zone from Europeans and Americans. He emphasized that the “grey zone” already exists, and there is no need for additional conditions from Russia.
President Zelenskyy outlined three key blocks of security guarantees for Ukraine: army financing, cooperation with NATO, and sanctions against Russia. These issues are expected to be discussed with international partners next week.
President Zelenskyy plans to meet with European leaders next week to discuss security guarantees. This is a continuation of work on security agreements, which Turkey is also joining.
Ksenia Semenova, President of the Kyiv Aviation Institute, states that the inaction of the State Aviation Service undermines the future of aviation. The decision to transfer the documentation support for Mi-8 helicopters to a company with Russian ties caused a stir.
The European Union has strongly condemned Russia's large-scale attacks on Ukraine, which have resulted in civilian casualties. The statement, published on the EU's official website, emphasizes the unacceptability of attacks on civilian infrastructure and promises further support for Ukraine.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the gradual expulsion of Russian troops in the Sumy direction. In Zaporizhzhia, the situation remains unchanged, with danger persisting due to the accumulation of enemy amphibious forces.
On August 29, Ukraine celebrates the Day of Remembrance of Fallen Defenders. Thousands of establishments across Ukraine and abroad, as well as military units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, joined the "Table of Remembrance" campaign, launched in 2023, reserving tables for fallen soldiers.
The new academic year in Ukraine will begin on September 1 and last until June 30, 2026. Changes will affect school funding, organization of education, and construction of shelters.
Petro Poroshenko stated the need to recognize the UOC-MP as a structure of the Russian Orthodox Church, which contradicts his long-standing cooperation with the Moscow Patriarchate. Expert Petro Oleschuk believes that the politician used the church for career advancement.
The Ministry of Communities and Territories Development denied information about a cyberattack on the DREAM platform. It was stated that there was no data leak, and the "leaked" information is public.
A group of children aged 3 to 17 has been returned to Ukrainian-controlled territory from temporarily occupied Kherson Oblast. The occupiers forced them to learn the Russian anthem, participate in propaganda events, and threatened them with forced mobilization.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine stated that the transfer of phalanges of fingers of Ukrainian soldiers by "Wagnerites" is taking place within the framework of criminal proceedings. Negotiation processes regarding this situation are ongoing.
The last days of summer in Ukraine will be marked by heat up to +33 degrees. A noticeable weakening of the heat and a "tilt" towards autumn is expected after September 6.
The Ministry of Culture and Strategic Communications of Ukraine reports the death of 221 artists and 108 Ukrainian and foreign media workers since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion. These losses pose a threat to freedom of speech and democratic values.
The Kremlin does not confirm readiness for territorial compromises, as stated by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. Peskov did not comment on the information that Moscow agrees to stop at the front line.
Over 60 Ukrainian prisoners of war have been identified in a penal colony in Chechnya. There is no official information about the sale of military personnel by "Wagnerites" to Chechnya.
Russian occupiers tortured and killed Ukrainian prisoners of war near Myroliubivka in Donetsk region. One of the prisoners survived, reached Ukrainian positions, and is in a medical facility.
