Ukraine
Conscripted military personnel with reservations are not sent to the MMC. Exceptions are cases of contract, re-examination of those with limited fitness, or voluntary desire.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha emphasized that Ukraine deserves a just peace based on international law and respect for territorial integrity. He stressed that Russia should not be rewarded for the war, and Ukraine will not give away its land.
Trump's representative Steve Witkoff, who discussed a territorial exchange plan with the Kremlin, may participate in negotiations in the UK. These negotiations are intended to coordinate positions before the Trump-Putin summit on peace in Ukraine.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy introduced new sanctions against 18 individuals and 17 legal entities associated with the activities of "Rosatom". The restrictions apply to those involved in the integration of the ZNPP into the Russian energy system and the capture of the ChNPP.
Putin and Trump will hold a meeting in Alaska on August 15. The main topic will be the discussion of options for a peaceful settlement of Russia's war against Ukraine.
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy announced the state's readiness to host a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Kremlin head Vladimir Putin. Trump announced a meeting with Putin on August 15, 2025, in Alaska.
President Zelenskyy stated Ukraine's readiness for real solutions for peace, but emphasized that Ukrainians will not give their land to the occupier. He stressed that the answer to the territorial question is already in the Constitution of Ukraine.
On August 8, 163 combat engagements were recorded at the front. In the Pokrovsk direction, the Armed Forces of Ukraine stopped 45 aggressor attacks.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported on the losses of the Russian army on August 8. 940 occupiers, 41 artillery systems and 5 tanks were destroyed.
Forecasters predict hot weather without precipitation in Ukraine on August 9. The daytime temperature will reach 23-33°, and at night 13-21°.
Vladimir Putin awarded the Order of Lenin to CIA employee Giuliana Gallini, whose son died fighting for Russia in Ukraine. This gesture by the Kremlin is a psychological game, drawing attention to the fact that the son of a high-ranking American intelligence official fought on the side of the Russian Federation.
Russian aircraft manufacturers produced only one commercial aircraft out of 15 planned due to sanctions and high interest rates. This is part of a broader slowdown in industrial production in Russia.
In the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, Russians are forcing residents to install the Max messenger. The application collects user data and transmits it to Russian special services.
High-ranking officials from the US, Ukraine, and Europe will meet in the UK to coordinate positions ahead of the Trump-Putin summit. This comes amid concerns that Trump might accept Putin's proposals without considering Ukraine's interests.
Vladimir Putin offered Donald Trump a ceasefire in Ukraine on the condition of territorial concessions. The proposal involves the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donetsk and Luhansk regions.
The Ministry of Digital Transformation selected 9 experts for the PlayCity anti-corruption group through a poll in Diia. Over 57,000 Ukrainians participated in the voting.
131 combat engagements took place at the front, the enemy launched 2 missile and 54 air strikes, using 1572 kamikaze drones. In the Pokrovsk direction, 33 attacks took place, 83 occupiers were neutralized.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak held an online conversation with national security advisors from the USA, Great Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Finland, and NATO representatives. They discussed the coordination of positions to achieve a sustainable and just peace for Ukraine.
38 cases of the new coronavirus strain Stratus have been recorded in Ukraine. It demonstrates an increased ability to spread, but does not lead to a more severe course of the disease.
Oleh Dzyurynets from Rukh made his UPL debut at the age of 15 years and 17 days, becoming the youngest player in the league's history. His team lost to Dynamo with a score of 1:5.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine and Moldova should move forward in the negotiation process regarding EU accession. He emphasized that Ukraine has done everything to open the first cluster of negotiations, and artificial pauses will only harm Europe.
Portugal is tightening migration restrictions, abolishing visa-free legalization and limiting family reunification. The country's president signed a law establishing a police force for migrants, which will control foreigners and deport illegal immigrants.
The Ministry of Education and Science approved changes to the Standard Educational Program. Ukrainian children abroad can now study not only the Ukrainian studies component but also other disciplines.
President Zelenskyy announced negotiations between security advisors regarding a ceasefire. He emphasized that the decision must be made by Russia, which started the war.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has approved several new sanctions packages. Relevant decisions will be made soon.
Contacts with leaders of other countries and ways to end the Russian-Ukrainian war were discussed.
The government dismissed Volodymyr Vasylenko from the post of Deputy Minister of Social Policy, and Mykhailo Vynnytskyi from the post of Deputy Minister of Education and Science.
The dictator of Belarus stated that Donald Trump, when issuing ultimatums to Russia, "must understand the possibility of a harsh response" from Vladimir Putin.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Petr Fiala. The cessation of killings, real peace, and support for Ukraine were discussed.
The pro-Russian head of Chechnya and members of his family have received almost 150 awards since the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Kadyrov himself has 31 medals, his son Adam has 16, and his daughter Aishat has 10.