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White House condemns Russian attack on hotel in Kramatorsk that killed Reuters safety adviser

The White House condemned Russia's missile attack on Kramatorsk, Donetsk region, which killed a member of Reuters staff.

Ukrainian government sets up 36 working groups to negotiate Ukraine's accession to EU

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine adopted a resolution to set up an Interagency Working Group to ensure the negotiation process on Ukraine's accession to the European Union and bringing Ukraine’s legislation in line with Acquis Communautaire.

On Moldova’s Independence Day Zelensky wishes country security, prosperity

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine congratulated his Moldovan counterpart Maia Sandu on Independence Day and wished the Moldovan people security and prosperity.

Stoltenberg to convene NATO-Ukraine Council meeting at Ukraine's request

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg will convene a meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council on Wednesday, August 28, at Ukraine’s request.

Stefanchuk, Italian ambassador discuss areas of cooperation

Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk and Ambassador of the Republic of Italy to Ukraine Carlo Formosa have discussed areas of cooperation, including the enhancement of parliamentary cooperation between the two countries and the provision of patronage for reconstruction projects.

Zelensky: Russia's goal is full occupation of Donbas

President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Russia's objective is the full occupation of Donbas.

President: Ukraine really needs Polish planes and downing of Russian missiles

Ukraine really needs Polish MiG aircraft and Poland's shooting down of Russian missiles over the western regions.

Zelensky on illegal border crossing: This is big problem and solution should be in two weeks

Law enforcement agencies together with the State Border Guard Service will develop solutions that will strengthen control and responsibility for illegal border crossing.

We need to return Ukrainians without coercion: Zelensky on creation of “Ministry of Unity”

The decision to create an institution that will unite Ukrainians abroad should be made in the fall. By this time, the main policies of its activities should be developed.

Zelensky plans to meet with Biden in September

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky plans to meet with U.S. President Joe Biden on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in September.

MFA Estonia condemns Russia’s “barbaric” strikes on Ukraine

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Estonia, Margus Tsakhna, reacted to the second consecutive Russian missile and drones attack on Ukraine, saying it shows the lack of "morality and humanity."

Russia's success in war would lead to global instability - Finland’s Stubb

President Alexander Stubb of Finland says Ukraine is a priority of Finland's foreign and security policy.

Ukraine should be technically ready to join EU, NATO immediately after victory - PM

Ukraine's accession to the European Union should be a mandatory precondition for a just peace.

IAEA chief arrives at Kursk NPP

Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, arrived in Russia’s Kursk region to inspect the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant.

Biden on missile attack on Ukraine: Russia to never succeed in Ukraine

U.S. President Joe Biden condemned the massive combined missile and drone attack Russia launched at Ukraine early Monday.

EU calls for increased military support for Ukraine following massive Russian attack

The European Union has strongly condemned another massive Russian air attack on Ukraine and called for the delivery of military support to Ukraine to be stepped up.

Modi confirms to Biden that he wants peace in Ukraine

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his commitment to restoring peace in Ukraine during a phone conversation with U.S. President Joe Biden.

Canada condemns another massive Russian attack on Ukraine

Canada strongly condemns Russia's air attack on civilian targets across Ukraine on August 26, Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly stated.

Brink: U.S. will continue to support Ukraine's ability to defend itself against Russia

Following Russia's massive attack on Ukraine, the United States called for remembering that it was Russia that started this war two and a half years ago.

Borrell again calls for lifting restrictions on use of Western weapons after Russia's attack on Ukraine

The lifting of restrictions on the use of Western weapons against the Russian military involved in the aggression against Ukraine will strengthen Ukrainian self-defense, save lives and reduce destruction in Ukraine.

Even wars have rules - UN condemns Russian strike on Ukraine

The newly-appointed UN humanitarian coordinator for Ukraine Matthias Schmale condemned today's Russian massive strike targeting Ukraine.

Head of IAEA to arrive at Kursk NPP Aug 27

Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi said he would lead the agency's mission to the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant on Tuesday.

EU ambassador calls for more air defense systems for Ukraine

The EU Ambassador to Ukraine, Katarina Mathernova, condemned yet another Russian massive missile attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and called for more air defense equipment to be provided to Ukraine.

Russia likely mastermind behind environmental protests in Serbia - think tank

Russia likely stands behind the protests against Serbia's deal with the European Union on lithium mining as a broad pool of Russia-affiliated actors are involved in rallying protesters, including mass media, political parties, and extremist organizations.

Prime Minister of Bavaria on aid to Ukraine: do wars end if we let aggressor win?

The Prime Minister of Bavaria, head of the Christian Social Union (CSU) Markus Soeder said he did not endorse his Saxon fellow party member Michael Kretschmer over criticizing arms supplies to Ukraine.

Ukraine hoping for a 3-5-fold boost in trade with India

Zelensky proposes holding next Peace Summit in India

At a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Volodymyr Zelensky offered to hold the next Peace Summit in India. However, this requires New Delhi to join the communiqué of the first summit held in Switzerland.

Ukraine not ready to use its territories or people as an option for peace

Shmyhal, Duda discuss support for Ukraine on its European and Euro-Atlantic path

In Kyiv, Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and President of Poland Andrzej Duda have discussed support for Ukraine on its path to joining the European Union and NATO.