An enemy UAV was found in the Sviatoshynskyi district of Kyiv, which fell into the yard of a 9-story building. There was no explosion or damage, emergency services are heading to the scene.
Since the beginning of the day, 110 combat engagements have taken place, the enemy has launched 56 air strikes and 1647 drone attacks. The most intense battles continue in the Pokrovsk direction, where 33 assaults have been repelled.
Ukraine has intensified attacks on Russian oil infrastructure, hitting key facilities. This has led to a reduction in Russian oil exports to key partners and a fuel shortage in the Russian Federation.
The damage to the Druzhba oil pipeline in Ukraine was extensive, but Hungary expects supplies to resume in test mode as early as the next day. Minister Szijjártó discussed the situation with a representative of the Russian Federation and urged Ukraine not to attack the pipeline.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Russia and China are rapidly expanding their armed forces, producing weapons at an incredible pace. He called for an increase in the production of artillery shells and other military equipment in Europe.
In Afghanistan, at least 25 people died and nearly 30 were injured in a road accident. The bus plunged from a rocky embankment in Kabul province due to driver negligence.
President Zelenskyy heard a report from the head of the Foreign Intelligence Service regarding sanctions. Ukraine will provide this data to G7 partners to increase pressure.
The German government approved a bill on voluntary six-month military service in the Bundeswehr. From July 1, 2027, all men born from 2008 will be required to undergo a conscription commission.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Olha Stefanishyna as the new Ambassador of Ukraine to the USA. She will replace Oksana Markarova, who represented Ukraine in Washington throughout the full-scale war.
Yaroslava Mahuchikh became the silver medalist of the Diamond League final in Zurich, clearing a height of 2. 02 m. This is her fifth consecutive medal at the tournament, although she failed to defend her champion title.
Foreign businesses paid over $20 billion in taxes to the Kremlin in 2024, enough to finance a million Russian soldiers. Since 2022, this amount has reached $60 billion, which is half of Russia's military budget for 2025.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yulia Svyrydenko discussed European integration and defense capabilities with Mette Frederiksen during her visit to Denmark. Ukraine is ready to open the first three negotiation clusters for EU membership right now.
A popular Instagram blogger with 300,000 followers was fined UAH 4. 8 million for systematic advertising of online casinos. Lawyer Yevhen Pronin explained that this is a logical consequence of the state's new approach to controlling gambling advertising.
Low water levels in the rivers of the Siversky Donets sub-basin will cause a deterioration in water quality in Kharkiv and the region in September. This is due to falling water levels and a lack of precipitation.
The NEURC has increased electricity distribution tariffs for non-household consumers starting September 1, 2025. This decision is aimed at repaying debts to "Ukrenergo" and preparing for the heating season.
Hungary challenged in the EU court the use of proceeds from frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine. Budapest believes that the decision was made bypassing the veto right of EU member states.
The State Aviation Service transferred the authority to repair Mi-8 helicopters to the foreign company AAL Group Ltd, which has ties to the Russian defense complex. Experts consider this a threat to Ukraine's national security.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved a bill on the international exchange of income information from digital platforms. This will ensure transparency and the fulfillment of international obligations to the IMF.
The Ukrainian aviation industry, despite the cancellation of tax benefits from the beginning of 2025, continues to operate. The industry needs new support tools to maintain competitiveness and development.
A resident of Zaporizhzhia received 15 years in prison for high treason. He provided the FSB with data on the Dnipro HPP to prepare new attacks.
The Supreme Court closed the case of Concord Bank against the NBU and the Deposit Guarantee Fund, citing Law No. 590-IX. This decision deprives shareholders of liquidated banks of the right to judicial protection, despite previous decisions of lower courts.
The Center for Countering Disinformation refuted information about alleged strict checks of Ukrainians at the Polish border. Russian propagandists are spreading fabricated stories to undermine relations between Kyiv and Warsaw.
European countries are considering wetland restoration as a dual solution for defense and climate, inspired by Ukraine's experience in 2022. Poland and Finland are already exploring this approach, and Poland has developed the "Eastern Shield" project for 10 billion zlotys.
Last year, mortality from COVID-19 and the flu was almost the same. However, COVID-19 has a higher fatality rate with fewer people infected.
Deputy Minister of Health Ihor Kuzin stated that the emergence of new pathogens in Ukraine in the near future is unlikely. This is confirmed by the opinion of global Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
76 combat engagements have been recorded at the front, most of which are in the Pokrovsk and Lyman directions. The occupiers are attacking border settlements, using aviation and artillery.
Russian occupiers continue to deliberately attack critical infrastructure in Sumy region. Part of Sumy remains without power, but energy workers are working to restore it.
Special Envoy of US President Donald Trump, Steve Witkoff, will meet with the Ukrainian delegation in the US. Possible security guarantees for Ukraine and a future meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin will be discussed.
Female deputies of local councils can cross the border if their activities are not paid from the local budget. Departure is possible only within the scope of a business trip, if the deputy works in local self-government bodies and receives a salary.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev stated his clear support for Ukraine's territorial integrity since the beginning of the Russian invasion. This position is due to Azerbaijan's own experience, which suffered from the violation of its territorial integrity.
