Ukraine
Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka held talks with ministers from five European countries. Ukraine expects the earliest possible opening of the first negotiation cluster "Fundamentals of the EU Accession Process."
In temporarily occupied Crimea, Russians have launched a new wave of filtration measures. Security forces are searching dormitories and residential areas, looking for "unreliable" individuals.
Belarus is ready to mediate a meeting between the presidents of Russia and Ukraine for a peaceful settlement of the conflict. Press Secretary of the President of Belarus Natalia Eismont stated that Minsk is ready to organize a meeting at the highest level.
Donald Trump postponed his vacation due to preparations for negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Switzerland promises security to the Russian dictator for the meeting.
The President of Turkey and the NATO Secretary General discussed the peace process between Ukraine and Russia. The parties emphasized Turkey's key role and agreed on its contribution.
Germany has expressed readiness to join the system of security guarantees for Ukraine. The scope of support has not yet been determined, but the participation of the Bundeswehr is not excluded.
Canada's Foreign Minister met with the President of Finland. The parties discussed economic cooperation, security in the Arctic, and support for Ukraine.
During his visit to the USA, President Zelenskyy wore a black suit by Ukrainian designer Viktor Anisimov. The look combined elements of military and civilian style, receiving positive feedback at the White House.
European officials are discussing a plan to send British and French troops to Ukraine as part of a peace agreement. About ten countries are ready to join this initiative.
The supply of Russian oil to Hungary via the Druzhba pipeline has been restored after the night attack on August 18. Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó expressed concern about new strikes on critical infrastructure.
Russian troops advanced in the Serebryansky forest area and near the settlement of Olhivske in Luhansk region. This is confirmed by updated DeepState data.
Most Ukrainian refugees in Poland are unlikely to return home even after a ceasefire, as they are well integrated into the Polish labor market. This contributes to Poland's economic growth, with GDP growth projected at 3% in 2025-2026.
US President Donald Trump called Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban to find out why he is blocking Ukraine's EU accession talks. European leaders asked Trump to use his influence on Orban.
Over 52,000 Ukrainians, including children and people with limited mobility, were evacuated from frontline regions this summer. The government is opening new transit points and preparing 30,000 places for IDPs in 15 regions and Kyiv.
The UK Electoral Commission and the Central Election Commission of Ukraine signed a cooperation agreement. Great Britain will support Ukraine in preparing for future post-war elections.
121 combat engagements took place at the front, 40 of them in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy launched missile and air strikes, used kamikaze drones and shelling.
European countries are working on a new package of sanctions against Russia. EU High Representative Kaja Kallas said that the sanctions would be ready by next month.
12 days before the start of the school year, Ukrainian schools received just over 4. 4 million textbooks, which is only 51% of the required amount. The worst situation is with the new supply mechanism: only 10% of books have reached students.
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said that President Trump does not rule out air support for Ukraine. This is one of the military options being considered as a security guarantee.
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said that for the war to end, both sides must make concessions. President Zelenskyy and Russian dictator Putin are ready for negotiations.
An American-European-Ukrainian commission has been established to develop proposals for Ukraine's security guarantees. It is headed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The US is ready to provide Ukraine with security guarantees without deploying its own troops.
The visit of the European delegation to Washington and Trump's negotiations with Zelensky impressed and surprised, but did not change the situation - the war of the Russian Federation in Ukraine continues. Putin insists on his terms - currently the Kremlin is not interested in a truce and continues to launch airstrikes.
The presidents of Ukraine and the Russian Federation expressed readiness for negotiations with Donald Trump. The White House confirmed preparations for this meeting.
Eight unique books from 1830–1906, taken out during World War II, have returned to Kyiv from Germany. They have been transferred to state library collections for scholars and the public.
Polish government spokesman Adam Szłapka explained why there was no Polish representative at the meeting in Washington regarding Ukraine. He noted that invitations to the White House come from the US President, not from other leaders.
Russia has turned stolen Ukrainian grain into a profitable business. About 70 countries, including Egypt, Turkey, and Iran, are buying this wheat.
In a phone conversation, Donald Trump emphasized to Russian President Putin the necessity of a direct meeting with Zelensky. This meeting, by agreement, is to take place by the end of August. Trump believes that the Kremlin leader should be a "realist"
Maryna Bekh-Romanchuk has been disqualified for 4 years from May 13, 2025, due to a positive doping test. The athlete disagrees with the AIU's decision and refused to admit guilt.
The Pechersk court extended the pre-trial detention of Vitaliy Shabunin, head of the Anti-Corruption Action Center (TsPK), until October 19. He is suspected of evading military service and fraud.
Emergency rescue operations have been completed in a 5-story building in Kharkiv that was hit by a Russian strike on August 18. As a result of the attack, 7 people died, including 2 children, and 24 more residents were injured.