Merz, Carney discuss security guarantees for Ukraine
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz discussed security guarantees for Ukraine during their meeting in Berlin.
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Putin afraid to meet Zelensky – Canadian PM
Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin is afraid to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to discuss terms for ending the war.
26 August 2025
Trump warns Russia of economic war if peace with Ukraine fails
U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Russia would face an economic war if it refuses to conclude a peace agreement with Ukraine.
EU Commission pledges swift opening of first negotiation cluster with Ukraine
Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Taras Kachka held a phone conversation with EU Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, Ukrinform reports.
U.S. ready to offer air and intelligence support to peacekeeping forces in Ukraine – FT
The United States has announced it is ready to provide intelligence assets and battlefield surveillance for any Western security plan for post-war Ukraine, as well as participate in a European air defense shield for the country.
Ukraine prepares path to peace, Zelensky says decision rests with global powers
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky announced upcoming international contacts that could become a step toward ending the war.
Fight against corruption crucial for Ukraine’s EU accession – Commissioner Kos after meeting with SAPO, NABU heads
European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos met with Oleksandr Klymenko, Head of the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO), and Semen Kryvonos, Director of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU), expressing her “full support” for their work.
Zelensky discusses support for AFU and security guarantees with UK Defence Staff Leadership
President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, UK Chief of the Defence Staff, and his successor, Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton.
Benelux countries support Ukraine in war, reconstruction, and on its path to EU and NATO
The Benelux countries have reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine in the war with Russia, on the country’s path of European and Euro-Atlantic integration, and pledged to deepen cooperation in the fields of security, reconstruction, and humanitarian issues.
EU Commissioner Kos to meet in Brussels with Heads of SAPO and NABU
European Commission's Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos will meet today in Brussels with the Head of the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) Oleksandr Klymenko and the Director of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) Semen Kryvonos.
Poland denies Starlink shutdown in Ukraine despite presidential veto
Zbigniew Bogucki, head of the Chancellery of Polish President Karol Navrocki, has denied claims that the president’s veto of an amendment to the law on aid for Ukrainians would result in Starlink being shut down in Ukraine.
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.
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.