Ukraine
Pope Leo XIV called for prayer for peace in Ukraine, which is suffering from the shelling of civilians. He confirmed his readiness to host peace talks at the Vatican.
Zelenskyy emphasized the need for Taurus missiles. Mertz announced the purchase of Ukrainian long-range systems without restrictions on the Russian Federation and efforts against Nord Stream-2.
The possibilities of booking employees have been expanded in Ukraine: those mobilized after May 18 are taken into account. Companies can book more specialists by contacting the TCC to update data.
In January-March 2025, 2292 thousand m² of housing were commissioned in Ukraine, with the Kyiv, Lviv, and Odesa regions becoming the leaders. This indicates the country's recovery.
Ksenia Baylo and Sofia Lyskun became silver medalists in synchronized 10-meter platform diving at the 2025 European Championships. This award became the seventh for Ukraine at this championship.
Rustem Umerov contacted Vladimir Medinsky after the exchange of prisoners, but Ukraine did not receive a memorandum on a ceasefire. Zelensky said that Russia is postponing the end of the war.
As part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, 11 Ukrainian children were rescued from temporarily occupied territories. Among those rescued are children with difficult stories and separation from loved ones.
Friedrich Merz stated that Germany and the G7 will use the interest from frozen Russian assets. They are already providing 50 billion euros to support Ukraine.
The SBU has notified a Russian soldier of suspicion of shooting two captured Ukrainian soldiers in the Kursk direction. He was taken prisoner after the battle, and now he faces life imprisonment.
The Command of the Ground Forces has cancelled the order to conscript Deputy Prosecutor Natalia Maksymenko, who is a person involved in a corruption case, due to violations of the mobilization procedure. Control over conscription will be strengthened.
Oleksandr Karavaev, the extreme defender of "Dynamo", has signed a new contract with the club for one year with the possibility of extension. In the current season, he scored 5 goals in 29 matches.
Since the beginning of the day, 114 combat engagements have taken place. The greatest enemy activity is observed in the Lyman, Toretsk, and Pokrovsk directions, where fierce battles are ongoing.
The number of videos showing confrontations with the Territorial Recruitment Centers (TCC) has increased, but these are often fakes. Sarantsev stated that this is part of an information war and urged people not to lose vigilance regarding the real enemy.
The defense ministers of both countries will sign an agreement on the purchase of Ukrainian long-range systems. Ukraine will be able to use them without restrictions on targets on the territory of the Russian Federation.
Zelenskyy stated that if Ukraine is not present at the NATO summit in The Hague, it will be a victory for Putin over the Alliance. The summit may take place without mentioning Ukraine due to the complex relationship between Trump and Zelenskyy.
In January-April 2024, state budget expenditures for the security and defense sector amounted to UAH 765 billion, of which UAH 204. 9 billion in April. The funds were used to provide for the military and purchase equipment.
In the trade of equipment, schemes of "splitting the business" through sole proprietorships are actively used. The lawyer spoke about the signs of such schemes and the possible strengthening of control by the state.
Ukraine and Germany have agreed on investments in the production of weapons, including drones, in Ukraine. An agreement was also signed on cooperation in the construction and development of weapons production.
In April 2025, the average salary in government bodies amounted to UAH 57,200, with the highest earners being in the Accounting Chamber, NERC, and NACP. Executives receive an average of UAH 126,600.
Ukrainian drones hit the strategic "Raduga" plant in the city of Dubna, which is part of the Russian military-industrial complex. The company produces cruise missiles with which the Russian Federation shells Ukraine.
Finland has initiated withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention due to Russia's growing aggression. The government has already submitted a relevant proposal to parliament, responding to threats from the Russian Federation.
Friedrich Merz stated that Germany will do everything possible to prevent the Nord Stream-2 gas pipeline from operating. Pressure on Russia will also be increased to weaken its war machine.
President Zelenskyy announced important agreements with Germany regarding the strengthening of Ukraine's air defense. He emphasized the need for constant support with air defense equipment to protect cities from massive Russian attacks.
The Ministry of Economy stated that there is a request for arms exports from the defense industry. The decision requires consideration at the level of the National Security and Defense Council, the Headquarters, in order not to undermine supplies for the Armed Forces.
Zelenskyy said that the world is waiting for a memorandum from Russia on a ceasefire, but Ukraine insists on an unconditional cessation. He stressed the need to strengthen sanctions against Russia.
From August 26, 2025, the redistribution of 3G frequencies in favor of 4G will begin in the Dnipropetrovsk and Lviv regions. The speed of mobile internet will increase up to 10 times.
A deputy of the Zakarpattia Regional Council is suspected of organizing a scheme for the illegal crossing of the border by men of conscription age. The court has chosen a preventive measure - detention or bail of UAH 21.2 million.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the hitting of a number of important objects of the military-industrial complex of the Russian Federation, including JSC "Kronshtadt", the "Raduga" plant and JSC "Angstrem", as well as a plant in the Ivanovo region.
Friedrich Merz said that Germany and Ukraine will hold intergovernmental consultations at the end of the year. Zelenskyy and Merz discussed defense support, weapons production and sanctions against the Russian Federation.
After a serious illness, Member of Parliament Serhiy Shvets passed away. He went from being a journalist at 1+1 to working in the Verkhovna Rada, where he was the secretary of the committee.