78 combat engagements took place on the front line during the day, most of them on the Pokrovsk and Lyman directions. Ukrainian forces are holding back the occupiers' offensive, repelling numerous attacks.
Japan is considering ways to support Ukraine on security guarantees, while adhering to constitutional limitations. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba emphasizes the importance of a swift ceasefire and a just peace.
NATO military leaders plan to discuss Ukraine on Wednesday, according to The Guardian. The meeting will take place after the Washington summit dedicated to peace efforts.
European leaders expressed concern to Donald Trump about US security guarantees for Ukraine after his presidential term. Trump acknowledged that the future of the conflict depends on who will be in the Oval Office.
Donald Trump stated that Russia is a much stronger state, and this war should not have been started. He also noted that most of Donbas is controlled by Russians.
The President of the European Council, António Costa, stated the need to accelerate work on security guarantees for Ukraine, similar to NATO's Article 5. He emphasized that the Ukrainian military should be the "first line of defense," and the main security guarantee should be Ukraine's armed forces capable of defending its sovereignty.
Donald Trump stated the difficulties in negotiations with Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky. He noted that success requires interaction from both sides and expressed a desire to end the war.
Donald Trump deliberately did not open a letter from Olena Zelenska for Melania Trump, delivered by Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Melania called the letter "beautiful" and "sincere."
The company became a partner of the country's main tech conference and will present its AI developments.
Donald Trump stated that the US could focus on air operations for Ukraine, as they have the best equipment. European countries are ready to send troops on the ground to ensure peace.
Representatives of the "coalition of the willing" countries will meet with their American counterparts to strengthen plans for security guarantees for Ukraine. Further sanctions against Russia will also be discussed.
EU leaders concluded their video conference meeting. It took place after the Washington summit, Tusk made the first statement.
Donald Trump said he had arranged a meeting with Putin and Zelenskyy. He believes that the Russian dictator and the President of Ukraine get along better than he thought.
Law enforcement officers stopped an attempt to illegally export over two tons of crushed car catalysts containing precious metals from Ukraine. The value of the seized goods exceeds 11 million hryvnias, and three members of the group have been notified of suspicion.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko discussed with Italian Ambassador Carlo Formosa the international register of damages and business protection in Ukraine.
Donald Trump stated that Ukraine will receive "a lot of land" after the war with Russia ends. He did not specify details, but noted that this would "save lives" of Ukrainians.
Donald Trump considers Ukraine's full membership in NATO virtually impossible. He noted that Ukraine could receive certain security guarantees.
At the National Children's Hospital "Okhmatdyt", the restoration of the treatment and diagnostic building, damaged by aggression, is underway. Over 2000 m² of facade have already been dismantled, new windows installed, and internal premises renovated, while the hospital continues to admit patients.
Representatives of the "coalition of the willing" discussed security guarantees for Ukraine. Leaders reaffirmed the need for continued support for Ukraine in the war with Russia.
Donald Trump stated that European countries will send troops to ensure peace in Ukraine. He did not announce the participation of American troops in this mission.
The former head of a police unit in Bukovyna was sentenced to 7 years in prison with confiscation of property. He was found guilty of inciting a bribe and seizing 40 thousand euros.
US President Donald Trump believes that Volodymyr Zelenskyy should be flexible in negotiations. Trump also hopes for good behavior from Putin.
The meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump is assessed as positive, having launched a negotiation process involving Putin. Political scientist Oleh Lisnyi believes that everything now depends on the Russian dictator.
The Verkhovna Rada is preparing to consider draft laws on Defence City.
On the night of August 19, Ukrainian long-range SBU drones hit two Russian ammunition depots in Bilokurakyne, Luhansk region. This weakened the supply of ammunition to the front, particularly in the Pokrovsk direction.
European leaders held a video conference to discuss negotiations on Ukraine. Security guarantees, sanctions, and the return of abducted children were discussed.
Today, a meeting of the "coalition of the willing" took place, co-chaired by Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer. Security guarantees for Ukraine and next steps were discussed.
On August 19, Ukraine celebrates Beekeeper's Day. On the occasion of the holiday, UNN has prepared a selection of dishes and drinks with honey.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer commented on the results of the meeting between European leaders and the presidents of the USA and Ukraine. He noted progress on security guarantees and the preparation of a bilateral meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy.
Prosecutor General Kravchenko announced suspicion against a Russian Lieutenant General for approving airstrikes on Mariupol in March 2022.
