Washington, D.C.
The elimination of the consequences of Russian strikes continues in Ukraine, with over 800 drones and 13 missiles recorded. In Kyiv, two people died, including a child, and the Cabinet of Ministers building was damaged.
The US Court of Appeals rejected a request to block a ruling that prohibits the Trump administration from arbitrarily cutting foreign aid. Earlier, the court ordered the restoration of funding for programs worth $11 billion.
The European Union is sending a delegation to Washington to prepare new joint sanctions against Russia. European Council President António Costa confirmed increased pressure through further direct and secondary sanctions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced Slovakia's support for Ukraine's accession to the European Union. Kyiv views this as part of security guarantees for Ukraine, as stated by Zelenskyy after a meeting with the Prime Minister of Slovakia.
The United States is considering leading the monitoring of a buffer zone in Ukraine as part of a peace agreement with Russia. This demilitarized territory would be controlled using drones and satellites, without the involvement of American military personnel.
The Pentagon called the maneuver of Venezuelan fighter jets over an American ship in the Caribbean Sea a "provocation. " This incident occurred against the backdrop of increased US military presence in the region to combat drug trafficking.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced a meeting of 35 participants of the "coalition of the willing" at the Élysée Palace. They have a political and military proposal regarding security guarantees for Ukraine.
Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchyna will posthumously receive the Oxi Courage Award from The Washington Oxi Day Foundation. She died in Russian captivity while documenting war crimes.
The presidents of Ukraine and France coordinated positions ahead of the "Coalition of the Willing" meeting and discussed the preparation of security guarantees. Defensive support, sanctions, and frozen Russian assets were also discussed.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced the readiness of European leaders to provide Ukraine with security guarantees. This will happen after the signing of a peace agreement, as agreed in Washington.
The first foreign trip of newly elected Polish President Karol Nawrocki to Washington caused tension in the country. His meeting with Donald Trump exacerbated contradictions with Prime Minister Donald Tusk and his pro-European government.
The U. S. Department of the Treasury imposed full blocking sanctions against a network of companies and maritime vessels involved in smuggling Iranian oil. This shadow network annually brought hundreds of millions of dollars to Iran.
Federal Judge Charles Breyer stated that Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth violated federal laws by deploying the National Guard during protests in Los Angeles. This refers to the Posse Comitatus Act of 1878, which prohibits the use of the military for domestic purposes.
US President Donald Trump will make an important statement today, August 2, at 9:00 PM Kyiv time. The content of the statement is not disclosed, but it will take place after the expiration of the term given to Putin regarding peace in Ukraine.
Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro said that US troops in the Caribbean are aimed at overthrowing him. The US has increased its presence to combat drug trafficking, accusing Maduro of involvement.
The Finnish Foreign Minister and the OSCE Secretary General announced the termination of the Minsk process. This decision is related to the peace agreements between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
President Zelenskyy met with leaders of German factions to coordinate diplomacy and discuss support. Germany has allocated 9 billion euros in aid to Ukraine for next year.
The Élysée Palace confirmed the meeting of the "Coalition of the Willing" in Paris, which will be led by Macron and Starmer. Zelenskyy's participation is expected to discuss security guarantees.
ChatGPT developer, OpenAI, plans to create one of the largest data centers in India. This facility will be part of the global Stargate initiative and the state program IndiaAI.
Donald Trump refuted rumors of his death and deteriorating health on the TruthSocial social network. He stated that he had never felt better than now.
Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani was hospitalized after a car accident, sustaining fractured thoracic vertebrae and other injuries. The accident occurred after he assisted a victim of domestic violence.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a meeting in Paris on September 4. Leaders will discuss security guarantees for Ukraine, including the possible deployment of troops.
The presidents of Ukraine and the United States will meet in September to discuss international security guarantees. This will be a continuation of the negotiations that took place in Washington.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin began a four-day visit to China, where he will take part in the SCO summit. The Kremlin views the trip as an opportunity to strengthen cooperation with Beijing.
The American missile cruiser USS Lake Erie crossed the Panama Canal from the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean. This happened after the deployment of US warships near the coast of Venezuela to combat drug trafficking.
US President Donald Trump signed an order prioritizing classical architecture for federal buildings. This is intended to restore aesthetic standards and reflect the dignity of the American system of self-government.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held an online meeting with newly elected Polish President Karol Nawrocki. The parties coordinated common diplomatic positions ahead of major diplomatic events.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with President of Poland Karol Nawrocki. As well as a number of other European leaders who supported Ukraine after Russia's massive attack.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia's night attack on Kyiv is an attack on everyone who seeks peace, including Ukraine, the US, and Europe. He emphasized the need to strengthen sanctions, tariffs, and support for Ukraine to counter the aggression.
Peter Navarro of the White House criticized India for importing Russian oil, calling the war against Ukraine "Modi's war. " He urged the Indian prime minister to change course, as New Delhi is financing the Kremlin's "war machine."