Ukraine
The Netherlands is sending two Patriot systems and 300 troops to Poland to guard a NATO logistics hub that supports Ukraine. This deployment of multi-layered air defense is intended to protect NATO and deter Russian aggression.
The prosecutor's office, together with the National Police and the SBU, notified 34 persons of suspicion. Among them are a lawyer, a former head of the Medical and Social Expert Commission (MSEC), and "clients" who evaded mobilization or illegally transported persons across the border.
In Ukraine, the rules for using the eQueue system for buses have been updated, making border crossing more predictable. Changes include booking for short routes and guaranteed slots for regular services.
Romanian Railways is testing a new direct train route between Bucharest and Kyiv. The four-car train will run once a week via Chisinau.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved a draft law on the creation of the National Bureau for Investigation of Transport Accidents. This is a new independent body that will investigate transport incidents and adapt European safety standards.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved 39 scholarships for winners of the international competition. Also, 17 two-year scholarships for outstanding educators are provided.
Poland's Minister of Defense stated that the country will not send its military to Ukraine. This does not prevent it from participating in the "Coalition of the Willing," defending NATO's eastern flank.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has expanded the list of free medicines and medical devices. The list includes drugs for the treatment of autoimmune and neuromuscular diseases, as well as medical devices for scoliosis correction.
Estonia is ready to send a company of peacekeepers to Ukraine as part of a "coalition of the willing. " The details of the mission will be discussed after the meeting between the presidents of Ukraine and Russia.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has proposed a plan of security guarantees for Ukraine to European partners. It envisages collective support in case of an attack without NATO membership.
Great Britain has introduced new sanctions against Russian financial networks and crypto exchanges that help the Russian Federation circumvent restrictions. The Kyrgyz Capital Bank, crypto exchanges Grinex and Meer, as well as the A7A5 token, fell under the restrictions.
A resident of Kharkiv region, a former fighter of the Aidar battalion, has been charged in absentia. He participated in interviews for Russian propagandists, denying Russian aggression and promoting enemy narratives.
NATO Chiefs of Staff met on August 20. They reaffirmed their support for Ukraine, emphasizing the priority of a just and lasting peace.
Russia is preparing a new budget with tax increases and cuts in civilian spending due to record defense expenditures and declining oil and gas revenues. Economists warn of a recession risk, as over 40% of Russia's funds are directed towards the war against Ukraine.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has decided to start the new academic year on September 1. The duration of studies and holidays will be determined by the pedagogical council, taking into account the security situation.
Indian state-owned oil refineries have resumed purchases of Russian Urals oil after a short break. This comes despite criticism from American officials and threats of sanctions.
Since May 2024, the electronic queue at TCC and SP has been operating in test mode, and now it has become a permanent service. The Ukrainian government has finally normalized the use of the electronic queue service at the initiative of the Ministry of Defense.
Military serviceman Oleksiy "Stalker" criticizes Poroshenko for his statements regarding negotiations, recalling the plundering of the army and the defense of the Russian language during his presidency. He also mentions Poroshenko's ties to the UOC-MP.
Seven Instagram accounts, including popular blogger Simbochka, have been blocked for illegal gambling advertising. This happened due to the demonstration of "easy winnings" and the placement of links to casinos, which violates Ukrainian legislation.
Researchers at the University of Amsterdam modeled a social network with AI-based chatbots. The experiment showed that even platform intervention does not reduce polarization and extreme content.
Prosecutor General Kravchenko, at the trial of former UDO employee Artem Kosov, reported on the aggressive actions of the accused, including attempts to retrieve a pistol and dispose of the victim's body. Kosov is accused of the intentional murder of a 16-year-old boy on the Kyiv funicular.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 71 combat engagements over the past day, with the most attacks recorded in the Lyman direction. The enemy intensified pressure in northern Donetsk region, and aviation struck Sumy region and Zaporizhzhia.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in a conversation with Putin, called on Russia to support international efforts for a lasting peace in Ukraine. Ankara advocates for a just and comprehensive peace with the participation of all parties to the conflict.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Moscow would not agree to resolve issues of collective security without its participation. He called dialogue without Russia "a utopia and a path to nowhere."
The court in the case of former UDO employee Artem Kosov, accused of murdering a teenager on the funicular, heard the forensic expert.
The Center for Countering Disinformation refutes the fake news about 1. 7 million Ukrainian military personnel killed. As of January 2025, Ukraine's army numbered 880,000 people, and Russian losses significantly exceed Ukrainian ones.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has launched an automated procedure for submitting documents for notarization in all 120 diplomatic missions abroad. Citizens can submit online applications and upload documents through the "e-Consul" system, which simplifies access to services.
President Zelenskyy dismissed Borys Tarasyuk from the post of Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the Council of Europe. Mykola Tochitsky, former Minister of Culture and Strategic Communications, has been appointed in his place.
The MHP-Hromadi Charitable Foundation supported the publication of a collective monograph on Hryhorii Skovoroda. The 525-page book brought together 52 authors and was presented at St. Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv.
In Kyiv, the trial of former UDO employee Artem Kosov, accused of intentional murder of a 16-year-old boy on the funicular, has begun. The prosecution is personally represented by Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko.