Prayer for Ukraine held at St Sophia Cathedral
On the occasion of Independence Day, a joint prayer for Ukraine took place at Saint Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv.
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24 August 2025
Giant Ukrainian flag raised at Odesa Lighthouse
To mark Ukraine’s Independence Day, a giant national flag was raised at the Odesa Lighthouse.
Independence Day celebrations held in Kyiv’s Sophia Square
Ceremonial events took place in central Kyiv to mark Ukraine’s Independence Day.
European institutions' buildings illuminated in blue and yellow colors on eve of Ukraine's Independence Day
On the evening of August 23, on the eve of the Independence Day of Ukraine, the building of the European Council in Brussels was illuminated in blue and yellow colors.
In Crimea, activists fly Ukrainian flag to celebrate Independence Day
In the temporarily occupied Crimea, on the morning of August 24, activists of the Yellow Ribbon resistance movement flew the Ukrainian flag on Mount Kishka in Simeiz on the occasion of the Independence Day of Ukraine.
Ukraine celebrates Independence Day
On Sunday, August 24, Ukraine marks the 34th anniversary of the declaration of independence.
Parliament of Canada illuminated in yellow and blue
The Peace Tower of the Parliament of Canada in Ottawa was illuminated with Ukrainian national colors as a sign of solidarity with Ukraine.
Qatar mediates return of 83 Ukrainian children taken to Russia
Thanks to the assistance of the State of Qatar, a total of 83 Ukrainian children have been returned home.
Russian propagandist Kyrylo Vyshynskyi dies in Russia
Russian propagandist, former head of RIA Novosti Ukraine news agency, and executive director of Russia Today, Kyrylo Vyshynskyi, who had been charged with treason in Ukraine, died in Moscow.
23 August 2025
Canadian philanthropist James Temerty steps up support for DIU
Canadian philanthropist and founder of the Temerty Foundation, James Temerty, held talks with Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov, Head of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU), to discuss new projects aimed at strengthening Ukraine’s defense intelligence.
Survey: 42% of Austrians support participation in peacekeeping mission in Ukraine
In Austria, about 42% of respondents said they support the participation of Austrian soldiers in a potential peacekeeping mission in Ukraine, while 44% opposed this.
30-meter Ukrainian flag unfurled in front of European Parliament
Ukraine’s Mission to the European Union marked Ukraine’s National Flag Day in Brussels with the traditional unfurling of a 30-meter Ukrainian flag in front of the European Parliament.
Latvian Foreign Ministry building illuminated in colors of Ukrainian flag
The building of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia was decorated with the flags of Ukraine and illuminated in blue and yellow on the occasion of the National Flag Day and the Independence Day of Ukraine.
Ukrainian flag solemnly raised near city hall in Kyiv
The Ukrainian Flag was solemnly raised near the Kyiv City Hall.
Ukrainian flag raised in front of European Commission headquarters in Brussels
The Ukrainian flag was raised in front of the European Commission headquarters in honor of Ukraine’s National Flag Day.
Ukraine marks National Flag Day
On Saturday, August 23, Ukraine celebrates National Flag Day.
Traffic restrictions to be imposed in central Kyiv tomorrow due to arrival of foreign delegations
On August 23, temporary traffic restrictions will be in effect in central Kyiv due to security measures involving foreign delegations.
2,167 children still need to be evacuated from Donetsk region – MIA
As of now, 2,167 children still need to be evacuated from the Donetsk region, and 263 children from the Synelnykove district in the Dnipropetrovsk region.
22 August 2025
Almost 1.1 M people need evacuation from frontline areas, says Ministry of Development
Today, evacuation measures are continuing in a number of frontline regions, most notably in Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk. The total number of people requiring evacuation is almost 1,100,000, of whom 84,000 are children and 16,000 are citizens with reduced mobility.
65 citizens returned to Ukraine from buffer zone on Russian-Georgian border
The return of 65 citizens from the buffer zone on the Russian-Georgian border was organized upon President Zelensky's directive. Among them are 10 women, 8 severely ill.
Nearly 100 Crimean political prisoners in urgent need of medical care – ZMINA Human Rights Center
Ninety-eight political prisoners from Crimea, unlawfully held in Russian penitentiary facilities or in temporarily occupied territories, are in urgent need of medical assistance.
Transparency Register to be launched by Sept 1 – NACP head
The creation of the Transparency Register, providing open access to information about lobbying entities and their records, is near completion. The system will be launched as scheduled, before September 1, 2025.
Bring Kids Back UA: Ukraine returns four young people and baby from occupation
As part of President Volodymyr Zelensky's initiative Bring Kids Back UA, four young individuals and a baby have been returned from Russian-occupied territories.
21 August 2025
Former USAID top official named CEO of Nova Ukraine foundation
Former USAID Assistant Administrator for Europe & Eurasia, Ambassador Erin McKee has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Nova Ukraine, a U.S.-based nonprofit organization that provides aid to people affected by Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Ukraine to receive COVID vaccine for children aged six months and older in fall
This fall, Ukraine will receive 5,000 doses of coronavirus vaccine for children aged 6 months and older.
20 August 2025
Zelensky presents 'National Legend of Ukraine' awards
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, together with First Lady Olena Zelenska, honored prominent Ukrainians with the state award "National Legend of Ukraine."
Pope calls on believers to pray for peace in Ukraine on Friday
Pope Leo XIV called for a day of prayer and fasting on August 22, praying for peace, particularly in Ukraine.
Petliura's death mask and typewriter are transported to Ukraine from Canada
The death mask and typewriter of Symon Petliura, one of the leaders of the 1917–1921 liberation struggle, are being transported to Kyiv from Canada. The artifacts have already crossed the border and are awaiting customs clearance.
Direct train connection between Kyiv, Bucharest preparing to be launched – Romanian envoy
A direct train connection between Kyiv and Romania’s capital will soon be launched.
Ukraine receives EUR 10M worth of equipment from IT Coalition
The Ukrainian Defense Ministry received a new shipment of equipment worth EUR 10 million from the IT Coalition during July and August, funded by Luxembourg, Ireland, Belgium, and Estonia.