Ukraine
National security advisers are preparing a draft framework of security guarantees for Ukraine. This could pave the way for a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin.
"Reserve+" has added the option to pay fines online for not registering for military service after changing residence. This allows closing the violation without visiting the TCC, the fine amount depends on the payment deadline.
Russia expects to retain India as a stable oil client, offering discounts of about 5% off the market price. The US is increasing pressure on India over its purchases of Russian oil, imposing duties and accusing it of supporting "Putin's war."
Almost half of Ukrainians experience high levels of stress, but 73% have a reserve of resilience. Children and adolescents are a vulnerable category, with 34% nervous about exams and 27% about air raid alerts.
Ukrzaliznytsia adds five trains for the autumn season, connecting Kyiv, Lviv, Dnipro, and Uzhhorod. This expands the transportation schedule and reduces the load on popular routes.
Today, more than 10 children abducted by Russia will return to Ukraine. In total, 1509 children have already been returned, and 20,000 children located in enemy territory have been identified.
Ukrainian state enterprises earned over UAH 16 billion in profit in 2024, almost twice as much as in 2023. The processing industry and transport sector brought the largest profits.
The Ministry of Defence of Great Britain reports that in over 500 schools and 30 colleges in Russia, children are being taught the operation and technical basics of unmanned aerial vehicles. This initiative is part of Russia's plan to train one million UAV specialists by 2030.
The Supreme Court closed proceedings in the case of Concord Bank, citing a legal conflict that MPs had warned about back in 2020. This decision effectively deprived the bank's shareholders of access to justice.
Pope Leo XVI expressed hope for peace in Ukraine, emphasizing the need for continuous efforts and prayer to achieve it. He constantly communicates with political leaders and prays for progress in peace negotiations.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a phone conversation with Vladimir Putin. The parties discussed the Russia-US summit in Alaska and noted Turkey's assistance in negotiations between the Russian Federation and Ukraine in Istanbul.
British Defense Minister John Healey stated that London does not rule out the possibility of sending its troops to Ukraine after a peace agreement. This is intended to ensure security and prevent new aggression from Russia.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk criticizes the idea of a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin in Budapest. He recalled that in 1994, Ukraine had already received guarantees of territorial integrity in Budapest, which were violated by Russia.
A scheme of shadow supplies of Russian drugs worth hundreds of millions of hryvnias has been exposed in Ukraine. The organizers were the owner of a Russian pharma holding and the director of a subsidiary company from Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin could meet by the end of the month. Five possible locations are being considered, with Geneva deemed the best.
Kyiv police are investigating a case under the article on domestic violence against actor Kostiantyn Temlyak. His ex-girlfriend accuses him of assault and moral abuse.
NATO is holding meetings to continue the Washington talks on ending Russia's war against Ukraine. Today, the North Atlantic Council and the Chiefs of Staff of the Alliance are meeting.
Deputy Minister of Health Ihor Kuzin explained the necessity of vaccinating children before schooling. Children with temporary contraindications may be admitted to school under certain conditions, otherwise they may be offered another type of education.
US and European military planners are studying security guarantees for Ukraine after the war. The deployment of European troops under US command and possible air support from Washington are being considered.
From January 1, 2026, Ukraine will update its National Vaccination Calendar, introducing a European approach with multicomponent vaccines. A new HPV vaccine will appear for girls aged 12-13, and the country will completely abandon the oral polio vaccine.
Deputy Minister of Health Ihor Kuzin said that the current wave of COVID-19 will last until the end of September. Currently, there are no grounds for introducing quarantine restrictions in any region.
A night explosion occurred in Osina, Poland, and fragments of an unknown object were found. The Polish Minister of Defense is considering three versions: a Russian drone, a smuggled drone, or sabotage.
TikTok has blocked two accounts of Yevhen Murayev for spreading pro-Russian disinformation. The politician is under NSDC sanctions and is suspected of treason.
The Ministry of Social Policy, Family and Unity plans to create a department for internally displaced persons. This will improve support for IDPs, as the coordination of these policies has been transferred to the Ministry of Social Policy.
In the first half of 2025, the share of cashless payments reached over 95% of all payment card operations. The total amount of such transactions exceeded UAH 2.2 trillion.
The investigation into the organizers of the VinEco and Vinex Trade financial pyramid has been completed. The perpetrators defrauded over 90 investors of almost 26 million hryvnias, promising high interest rates and bonuses.
On August 21, a cold atmospheric front will bring rains and thunderstorms to the western and northern regions of Ukraine, and the air temperature will drop. Heat will still persist in the south and east, but later the front will cover most of the country.
An article by Ihor Harbaruk, Vice President of the "Ukrainian International Institute of Recovery", expert of the NGO "Economic Discussion Club".
Beate Meinl-Reisinger made her third visit to Ukraine, meeting with Sybiha in Odesa. The parties honored the memory of fallen Ukrainian defenders and discussed the development of relations.
President Zelenskyy commented on Russia's night attack, which included a strike on a gas distribution station in Odesa region and injuries to people in Sumy region. He emphasized that these are demonstrative strikes, which confirm the need for pressure on Moscow and new sanctions.