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Kyiv
Russia Unleashes 104 Drones on Ukraine - Dozens Hit Despite Air Defenses
Russia unleashed 104 drones overnight, striking Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Sumy regions. There were injured, homes destroyed, and fires broke out despite most drones being shot down.
Updated: Aug. 8, 2025
War in Ukraine
Diplomatic Trap? Ex-Ambassador Warns Trump Against Giving Putin Propaganda Victory
A former US Ambassador to Ukraine tells the Kyiv Post that Trump should avoid meeting Putin without Ukraine’s presence, while the State Department claims it’s focused on “actions over trust.”
Aug. 8, 2025
War in Ukraine
For the First Time, White House Has ‘Understanding’ of Russia’s Peace Terms, Rubio Claims
Trump State Department pushes for direct dialogue after Witkoff met Putin in Moscow. A prominent Democratic senator argues that sanctions are the key to leverage and pressure on the Kremlin.
Aug. 8, 2025
War in Ukraine
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 7, 2025
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on August 7, 2025
Aug. 8, 2025
Ukraine
Trump Open to Meeting Putin Without Zelensky, Keeps Aug. 8 Peace Deadline
Trump says he may meet Putin even without Zelensky, despite earlier doubts on the topic, as Moscow signals talks could happen as soon as next week.
Aug. 8, 2025
Europe
Macron Backs Ukraine Ceasefire, Talks Security ‘Effectiveness’ With Zelensky
Macron reiterated that France fully supports a ceasefire and security guarantees for Ukraine in a recent call with Zelensky, as Paris continues to send aid to Kyiv and peace talks ramp up again.
Aug. 7, 2025
Zelensky
No Zelensky, No Summit: US Reportedly Conditions Trump-Putin Meeting
A senior Trump administration official told Kyiv Post that the planned summit between the Russian and US leaders won’t happen without the Ukrainian leader’s participation.
Updated: Aug. 8, 2025
Donetsk
Water Crisis in Occupied Ukraine – Anger at Empty Taps Deepens
In some areas the only available water comes from puddles prompting Putin to meet with the Kremlin-appointed head of the “Donetsk People’s Republic” to discuss the shortages.
Aug. 7, 2025
