Ukraine
The Ukrainian delegation led by Yermak and Umerov held meetings in Paris. Security guarantees, sanctions against Russia, and the return of Ukrainian prisoners of war were discussed.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Russia, China, and Iran are expanding military cooperation to an unprecedented level. He called on allies to prepare for a prolonged threat that extends beyond the war in Ukraine.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine supported in the first reading bill No. 13260. The document reinstates criminal liability for самовільне залишення військової частини (AWOL - unauthorized abandonment of a military unit).
The plane carrying the head of the Spanish government to Paris for the "Coalition of the Willing" meeting broke down. Pedro Sanchez returned to Madrid and promises to join the summit on security guarantees for Ukraine via video link.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Europe must increase its real firepower, as Russia and China are rapidly modernizing their armed forces. He emphasized that Russia will remain a destabilizing force.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the Élysée Palace in Paris. A summit of the "Coalition of the Willing" on security guarantees for Ukraine will be held there.
Great Britain has transferred £1 billion worth of weapons to Ukraine, using frozen Russian assets. British Defence Secretary John Healey discussed strengthening military support in Kyiv.
In the first half of 2025, 4. 39 million microcredits totaling 26.44 billion hryvnias were issued in Ukraine. The average loan amount increased to 6029 hryvnias, but the number of companies providing microloans is decreasing.
Seven cars caught fire in the village of Shehyni, Lviv region. The fire, which started in one vehicle, was quickly extinguished by rescuers.
In 2025, the NBU withdrew over 455. 8 million worn-out banknotes, mainly in denominations of 200 and 500 hryvnias, due to physical wear and tear and the replacement of old samples. As of August 1, 2025, over 2.57 billion banknotes totaling 858.62 billion hryvnias were in circulation.
The city of Uman expects about 30-35 thousand Hasidim for the Rosh Hashanah celebration, although their community predicts up to 50 thousand. Hasidim have already started arriving, and the main bulk is expected after September 17.
President Zelenskyy stated that Putin fears Ukraine's success and its accession to the EU, as this could set an example for Russians. He also emphasized that NATO expansion is important to Putin, even though the Alliance is a defensive organization.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council, stated that the Russian offensive in eastern Ukraine has been ongoing for over a year. He called for avoiding sensationalism in covering the war.
European leaders are concerned about a possible new Russian offensive in Ukraine. They are meeting with Zelenskyy to discuss security guarantees and the situation around Pokrovsk.
President Zelenskyy emphasizes that European security guarantees alone may not be enough to deter Russia. He calls for an alliance between the US and Europe to prevent a repeated invasion.
Putin's visit to China ended without concrete agreements on the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline, despite his statements about "consensus". Beijing limited itself to general phrases about "promoting infrastructure projects."
President Zelenskyy stated that some partners, who declare their fight against the Russian aggressor, are simultaneously meeting with Putin in China. He emphasized that international pressure is insufficient, and Putin does not feel threatened, having significant financial reserves.
The enemy attacked Ukraine with 112 attack UAVs, of which 84 were shot down or suppressed. 28 drones hit 17 locations.
Over the past day, 180 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy carried out 4 missile and 63 air strikes, using 28 missiles and 118 guided aerial bombs. The occupiers also carried out 5088 shellings, involving 6104 kamikaze drones.
The spokesman for the agency stated that Russia is not winning, and Ukraine is not losing. He cited data on Russia's losses and the aggressor's insignificant territorial gains.
In the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, Russians are demanding that schoolchildren install the MAX messenger. This application is a state messenger of the Russian Federation, which transmits all data from the phone to the authorities.
On September 4, a summit of the "volunteer coalition" on security guarantees for Ukraine will take place in Paris. Participants plan to discuss additional sanctions against Russia during a conversation with Donald Trump.
On September 3, Russian troops lost 840 soldiers and 22 cruise missiles. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 04.09.25 amount to 1,085,410 personnel.
Maria Zakharova stated that Russia will not discuss ideas regarding the intervention of foreign military personnel in Ukraine. She commented on the EU's plans for a possible deployment of troops to Ukraine as part of security guarantees.
On Thursday, September 4, warm weather without precipitation is expected in most of Ukraine. In the far west, short-term rain is reported in places.
September 4 marks World Taekwondo Day, Customs Broker Day, and World Sexual Health Day. Also, the icon of the Mother of God "The Burning Bush" is honored.
First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska visited educational institutions in Chernihiv region, where she discussed the school nutrition reform. She emphasized the importance of quality nutrition for children and expanding opportunities for free meals.
President Zelenskyy stated that the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donbas would create conditions for further Russian aggression. He emphasized that Ukraine defines the eastern border of Europe.
At least 596 citizens of Belarus signed contracts with the armed forces of the Russian Federation in the first six months of 2025. The Belarusian authorities do not open cases against mercenaries, despite criminal liability for participating in conflicts.
Chinese companies supplied parts and materials worth at least 55 million euros to Russian firms sanctioned for drone production. Almost a quarter of these supplies went to companies involved in the production of Iranian Shahed kamikaze drones.