Ukraine
The SBU detained a 39-year-old resident of Chernihiv who, on the orders of the FSB, was collecting data for a missile strike on military enlistment offices. She rented an apartment and installed a hidden camera to record the gathering of conscripts.
The European Union will discuss military support for Ukraine this week, including security guarantees. They will also consider the use of proceeds from frozen Russian assets and the 19th package of sanctions.
On Ukraine's Independence Day, cyberpartisans hacked a Russian provider, showing the real losses of the Russian Federation on 116 TV channels. More than 50 thousand subscribers watched videos about refinery explosions and soldiers' burials.
The long-range version of the Ukrainian cruise missile "Long Neptune", which has been under development since 2023, has been publicly demonstrated for the first time. It can hit the enemy at a distance of up to 1000 km, has an increased fuselage diameter and a length of more than 6 meters.
Bill No. 13685, which allows men under conscription age to travel abroad, has appeared on the parliament's website. This aims to simplify the return of young people to Ukraine and maintain ties with their families.
Dmytro Lubinets clarified the procedure for enrolling children in secondary education institutions. He named categories of children with priority rights and the necessary documents.
Electricity consumption in Ukraine decreased due to cold weather. However, 28 settlements are without power due to bad weather.
Ukraine and Lithuania signed a Letter of Intent regarding joint production of defense products. This involves launching joint ventures, particularly for the creation of long-range drones.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has arrived in Kyiv.
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil stated in Kyiv that Germany's support for Ukraine remains unchanged. Germany is the second largest supporter of Ukraine in the world, having provided 50.5 billion euros in aid.
Canada provides Ukraine with military aid worth $1 billion, including drones and ammunition. The expansion of industrial cooperation is also being discussed.
Three Ukrainian veterans, despite their injuries, swam across the Bosphorus Strait in Turkey, covering 6. 5 km. The swim aimed to draw attention to the victims of the war and raise funds for prosthetics.
On August 25, a record low temperature of +4. 3°C was recorded in Lviv, which is an absolute minimum for the entire period of observations. The previous record in 1964 was +6.2°C.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 28/USD, which is a devaluation of 7 kopecks. The euro exchange rate was fixed at UAH 47.91/EUR.
Russian troops attacked Dnipropetrovsk region with drones, damaging solar panels and a private enterprise. Nikopol was also shelled with FPV drones and artillery, which led to damage to the power line.
US Vice President JD Vance reacted to the Russian strike on an American plant in Mukachevo, stating that the administration does not like the actions of the Russians, but Washington seeks peace. He also criticized former President Joe Biden for inaction in ending the war.
Oil prices rose sharply due to fears of disruptions in Russian oil supplies after hits on Russian territory. Expectations of lower interest rates in the US also positively affected global growth and fuel demand forecasts.
As a result of Russian strikes in Sumy region, one person was killed and nine were injured. The enemy attacked the region with drones, damaging residential buildings and civilian infrastructure.
From late summer to October, bats migrate in Ukraine, seeking places for hibernation, often settling in high-rise buildings. Specialists from the Ukrainian Bat Rehabilitation Center advise on how to deal with animals so as not to harm them or yourself.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 159 combat engagements over the past day. About half of them took place in the Pokrovsk and Novopavlivka directions.
Overnight, Ukraine was attacked by 104 strike UAVs and decoy drones. Air defense forces neutralized 76 enemy targets, with hits recorded in 15 locations.
In the temporarily occupied territories, Russians intensified counter-sabotage measures to identify those who celebrated Flag Day or Independence Day. The occupiers are urging loyal residents to report suspicious individuals.
The leadership of the Russian Federation promotes the idea of the "Russian world," which includes the former territories of Kyivan Rus' and the USSR. Lavrov stated that Russia will achieve military goals by protecting the rights of Russian speakers and ensuring Ukraine's neutrality.
On August 24, Russian troops lost 870 soldiers and 48 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 25.08.25 amount to 1,076,940 personnel.
On August 25, most of Ukraine is expected to have variable cloudiness. Short-term rain will pass in Volyn and Rivne regions, the rest of the territory without precipitation.
The Russian Human Rights Commissioner and a representative of the Office of the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights met with the mediation of Belarus. The parties discussed family reunification, visits to prisoners, and exchange of letters.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko met with US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg. Security guarantees, critical minerals, and cooperation in reconstruction were discussed.
The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine records an increase in attempts of illegal border crossing. Since the beginning of 2025, over 13,000 people have been detained, some repeatedly.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that Kyiv needs security guarantees similar to NATO membership. He believes this could convince Putin to make concessions without threatening Russia.
Ukraine and Canada have agreed to develop mental health programs for veterans, create mobile complexes for prosthetics, and veteran spaces. The parties also discussed strengthening sanctions pressure on Russia.