Hungary bans entry to Ukrainian commander after attacks on Druzhba oil pipeline
Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto stated that the Hungarian government has banned entry to a Ukrainian commander following attacks on the Druzhba oil pipeline.
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28 August 2025
Ukrainian strikes halve Russian oil exports from Ust-Luga port – Reuters
Successful Ukrainian drone strikes on Russia's oil and gas infrastructure have caused a 50% drop in oil exports from the Ust-Luga port on the Baltic Sea.
Top Ukrainian, Norwegian military commanders discuss frontline situation
Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Oleksandr Syrskyi briefed his Norwegian counterpart, General Eirik Kristoffersen, on the current situation at the front.
Russian forces shell Kostiantynivka with Smerch MLRS, civilians injured
In the Donetsk region, Russian troops have once again shelled Kostyantynivka using a Smerch multiple launch rocket system (MLRS), an FAB-250 aerial bomb, and FPV drones, leaving several civilians injured.
US Embassy after Russian strikes on Kyiv: Trump has clearly stated that killing must stop
Russian strikes on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure are unacceptable and must immediately cease.
Death toll from Russian attack on Kyiv rises to 21
The death toll from Russia's August 28 missile and drone attack on Kyiv has risen to 21.
Putin chooses ballistics over steps toward peace – Zelensky
Another massive Russian missile and drone attack shows that Russia's objectives remain unchanged and that the Kremlin intends to continue the war, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
NATO Chief Rutte: We cannot be naive about Putin, last night evidence of that
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized that the world cannot be naive about Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin following another night of Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv.
Kostiantynivka under fire again, civilians injured
In Donetsk region, Russian forces shelled Kostiantynivka again using a Smerch multiple launch rocket system (MLRS), an FAB-250 aerial bomb, and FPV drones, resulting in civilian injuries.
President Zelensky has phone call with UN Secretary General Guterres
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone conversation with United Nations Secretary General António Guterres.
Former Slovak minister: Hungary and Slovakia, not Ukraine, responsible for their energy security
The governments of Slovakia and Hungary bear full responsibility for their energy security and have every opportunity to diversify their supplies.
Pressure on Russia must continue until aggression ends – statement by co-chairs of EU Conference
The co-chairs of the 27th Interparliamentary Conference on the EU’s Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) and the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP), held in Copenhagen on August 26–28, condemned Russia’s aggression and reaffirmed support for Ukraine in restoring its sovereignty within internationally recognized borders.
Infrastructure of key railway hub destroyed in Russia’s Tver
In the morning of August 28, the infrastructure of the Tver railway junction station in Russia was destroyed by an explosion.
Trump’s Envoy responds to massive Russian strike on Kyiv
U.S. Special President’s Envoy Keith Kellogg stated that Russia’s overnight attack on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, threatens the peace sought by President Donald Trump.
Death toll in Russian attack on Kyiv rises to 19, over 60 injured
The number of people killed in the combined Russian attack on Kyiv has risen to 19, while up to ten more may still be trapped under the rubble.
Zelensky, Erdoğan hold talks: security guarantees framework to be finalized next week
Presidents of Türkiye and Ukraine, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Volodymyr Zelensky, held a phone call to discuss bilateral relations, the peace process between Ukraine and Russia, as well as regional and global issues.
General Staff reports 60 combat engagements, fiercest battles on Pokrovsk, Lyman fronts
Since the start of the day, 60 combat clashes have taken place between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian troops, with fighting ongoing in four frontline sectors. The fiercest battles are unfolding on the Pokrovsk and Lyman fronts.
Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Moscow Patriarchate recognized as affiliated with Russian Orthodox Church
The State Service for Ethnopolitics and Freedom of Conscience (SSEFC) has recognized the Kyiv Metropolis of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (Moscow Patriarchate) as affiliated with the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC).
Von der Leyen speaks with Zelensky and Trump following strikes on Kyiv
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen spoke by phone with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President Donald Trump following news of a combined attack by Russia on the night of August 28, during which, among other civilian targets, the office of the EU Delegation to Ukraine was hit.
Russia only escalates terror: Ukraine calls on all states to respond to massive shelling
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine expects a response from all states of the world to Russia’s strike on Kyiv on the night of August 28.
25-year-old Kherson woman dies in hospital after being wounded in Russian shelling
A 25-year-old woman from Kherson died in hospital after being wounded in Russian shelling of a medical facility on August 28.
Russians shell village in Kherson region, two wounded
Russian occupiers shelled the village of Zymivnyk in the Kherson community, wounding a 76-year-old woman and a 77-year-old man.
UK summons Russian Ambassador over Kyiv shelling
The UK Foreign Office has summoned Russia’s Ambassador Andrey Kelin to London over the massive Russian attack on Kyiv.
Queues at Slovak border are not related to permission for 18-22 year olds to leave country
Queues at the Slovak border are not related to the Cabinet of Ministers' decision on the departure of 18-22 year old men abroad.
In Kyiv, death toll rises to 18, with damage from Russian strike affecting all city districts
In Kyiv, the death toll from the combined attack by Russian troops has climbed to 18 people.
Expert predicts ‘exchange rate fluctuations’ for euro in Sept 2025
In September 2025, the exchange rate of the U.S. dollar will remain stable in the corridor of UAH 41.6-42. Meanwhile, the euro will fluctuate in the range of UAH 48-49.5 due to the impact of global trading.
Russian army strikes railway infrastructure in Kramatorsk
In the Donetsk region, Russian troops carried out a strike using drones on the railway infrastructure in Kramatorsk.
Russian forces hit Ukrainian Navy ship, one crew member killed
Russian occupation forces have struck a Ukrainian Navy ship, killing one crew member killed and leaving several others injured.
Russian attack damages homes in four districts of Kyiv region
In the Kyiv region, a Russian strike injured one person and damaged 19 private houses as well as an apartment in an apartment block.
Russian attack damages homes in four districts of Kyiv region
In the Kyiv region, a Russian strike injured one person and damaged 19 private houses as well as an apartment in an apartment block.