Russia plans to withdraw from European Convention for Prevention of Torture
The Russian government has proposed denouncing the European Convention for the Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment.
Politics
Volodymyr Havrylov, Maj. Gen. (ret.), former Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine and National Armament Director
Guarantees on paper are worthless unless backed by power
Sybiha outlines Ukraine’s position on security guarantees to Rubio and European colleagues
Foreign Minister of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha took part in a phone call with foreign ministers from several European countries and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, during which he outlined Ukraine’s position on security guarantees.
25 August 2025
Europe to provide security guarantees to Ukraine, but U.S. to be involved, Trump says
Donald Trump emphasized that security guarantees for Ukraine, in the event of a cessation of hostilities, will primarily be Europe’s responsibility, although the United States will also be involved to some extent.
Zelensky, U4U parliamentarians chart next steps for Ukraine’s EU membership talks
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and a delegation of the international parliamentary network United for Ukraine (U4U) discussed mechanisms for opening the first negotiation cluster this year regarding Ukraine’s membership in the European Union.
Umerov discusses security guarantees for Ukraine with UK Chief of Defence Staff
Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council of Ukraine Rustem Umerov met with Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, UK Chief of the Defence Staff, and his successor, Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton, to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine.
Zelensky and Kellogg discuss pressure on Russia and return of Ukrainian children
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and General Keith Kellogg, the U.S. Special Presidential Envoy, discussed ways to exert pressure on Russia and advance the humanitarian track—specifically, the return of all abducted Ukrainian children.
Kyiv to respond to politicized decisions on Ukrainian symbols in Poland – source
Kyiv is currently reviewing the legal aspects of recent decisions by Polish President Karol Nawrocki concerning aid to Ukrainians and the classification of Ukrainian symbols alongside Nazi and communist imagery.
Shmyhal and Kellogg discuss development of security guarantees and drone deal with U.S.
In Kyiv, Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal met with General Keith Kellogg, the U.S. President’s Special Representative for Ukraine, to discuss the development of reliable security guarantees aimed at preventing future aggression against Ukraine.
Poland will not send troops to Ukraine – Tusk
Polish troops will not take part in any future potential peacekeeping mission on Ukrainian territory.
American fighter jets intercept Russian aircraft near Alaska for third time in week
North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) fighter jets have intercepted a Russian aircraft in the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) three times over the past week.
Poland to not be able to pay for Starlink for Ukraine due to Nawrocki's veto
Starting October 1, Poland will not be able to pay for Starlink subscriptions for Ukraine due to President Karol Nawrocki's veto of the law on extending aid to Ukrainian citizens.
In Germany, U.S. citizen accused of spying for China
On Monday, August 25, German prosecutors charged a U.S. citizen with offering to pass confidential military information to Chinese intelligence.
Norway intending to allocate USD 8.5B in aid to Ukraine in 2026
Norway intends to maintain a high level of support for Ukraine next year, allocating around $8.5 billion.
Zelensky, Støre hold talks on defense, sanctions, security guarantees
President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Norway’s Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre to discuss Ukraine’s defense needs, support for sanctions, and collaboration with partners on security guarantees.
Lithuanian intel: 30,000 troops to take part in Russia-Belarus Zapad-2025 drills
Lithuanian military intelligence has reported that, according to its data, 30,000 troops from Belarus and Russia will participate in the Zapad-2025 military exercises.
Slovakia: Strikes on Druzhba oil pipeline allegedly harm Ukraine itself
Slovak Minister for Foreign and European Affairs Juraj Blanár said that Ukrainian attacks on the Druzhba oil pipeline contradict not only Bratislava’s national interests but also allegedly harm Ukraine itself.
Lavrov’s statements in interview with U.S. media indicate Russia’s rejection of U.S. peace initiatives – ISW
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov used an interview with a U.S. media outlet to reiterate the Kremlin’s clear rejection of U.S.-proposed peace initiatives regarding Ukraine.
Prime Minister of Norway arrives in Kyiv
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre visited Kyiv.
Ukrainian and Canadian Defense Ministers discuss investments in drone production
Ukrainian and Canadian Defense Ministers Denys Shmyhal and David McGuinty discussed investments in drone production.
Commissioner Kubilius: Successful Ukraine is Putin's biggest threat
Russian leader Vladimir Putin's regime views a secure and prosperous Ukraine as the greatest threat to its survival and fears that Western partners could provide Kyiv with strong security guarantees against a renewed Russian attack.
24 August 2025
Svyrydenko, Kellogg discuss critical minerals exploited by Russia in occupied territories
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliya Svyrydenko and U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg discussed critical minerals and industrial assets that Russia is attempting to exploit in temporarily occupied Ukrainian territories.
US will not deploy troops to Ukraine as part of security guarantees – Vance
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance has said that there will be no American troops on Ukrainian territory under security guarantees.
Zelensky shows Carney Ukraine's latest military developments
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky showed Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney Ukraine's latest military developments.
Anand says support for Ukraine is Canada's strategic priority
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand has said that assisting Ukraine in repelling Russian aggression remains a strategic priority for Canada.
Umerov, Yermak discuss security guarantees for Ukraine with Kellogg
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine (NSDC) Rustem Umerov and Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak met in Kyiv with Keith Kellogg, the U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine, to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine.
Russia's war against Ukraine will not end overnight - Vance
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance has said that the war between Russia and Ukraine cannot be resolved "overnight," stressing that Washington will continue to push for a diplomatic settlement.
Stefanchuk, Kellogg discuss path to just peace for Ukraine
Verkhovna Rada Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk met with Keith Kellogg, the U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine, to discuss achieving a just and lasting peace for Ukraine.
President Zelensky meets Canada’s PM Carney to discuss security guarantees, drones, sanctions
Today in Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.