unian--2020-08-23--U.S. Deputy Secretary Biegun to visit Kyiv, Vilnius, Moscow

The official is expected to meet with senior government leaders to discuss a range of regional and international issues .
@ @ @ @ @ Stephen E. Biegun will visit Kyiv , Vilnius and Moscow next week , the U.S. @ @ @ @ @ Read alsoPompeo says people in Belarus should have `` freedoms they 're demanding '' '' @ @ @ @ @ E. Biegun will travel to Vilnius , Lithuania ; Moscow , Russia ; Kyiv , @ @ @ @ @ with senior government leaders to discuss a range of regional and international issues , '' @ @ @ @ @ on August 23 .
`` Deputy Secretary Biegun will travel to Vienna , Austria , @ @ @ @ @ counterparts at the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe ( OSCE ) to discuss @ @ @ @ @ and human rights , '' it added .
On August 22 , Reuters reported , @ @ @ @ @ Biegun was expected to leave in the coming days for Moscow and the Lithuanian capital @ @ @ @ @ on the situation in Belarus .

The official is expected to meet with senior government leaders to discuss a range of regional and international issues.
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Stephen E. Biegun will visit Kyiv, Vilnius and Moscow next week, the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv says.
Read alsoPompeo says people in Belarus should have "freedoms they're demanding""Deputy Secretary of State Stephen E. Biegun will travel to Vilnius, Lithuania; Moscow, Russia; Kyiv, Ukraine August 24–27 to meet with senior government leaders to discuss a range of regional and international issues," the Embassy wrote on Facebook on August 23.
"Deputy Secretary Biegun will travel to Vienna, Austria, August 27 to meet with counterparts at the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) to discuss issues related to regional security and human rights," it added.
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Purpose of the visit
On August 22, Reuters reported, citing sources, that "Biegun was expected to leave in the coming days for Moscow and the Lithuanian capital Vilnius" to hold talks on the situation in Belarus.


unian--2020-08-23--Donbas truce: Ukraine reports one ceasefire violation by enemy forces on Aug 23

Ukraine has reported one violation of the latest ceasefire agreements by Russia-controlled armed groups in the Donbas warzone on Sunday , August 23 .
Read alsoOSCE urges sides to continue making all efforts to keep sustainable truce in Donbas '' Since Sunday midnight , no attacks by enemy have been recorded in the majority of areas of Ukrainian units ' responsibility .
At the same time , Ukrainian troops have documented one violation by the Russian Federation 's armed formations near the town of Avdiyivka , where the enemy fired several non-targeted provocative shots from small arms and an underbarrel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ukraine 's Joint Forces Operation ( JFO ) Command said on Facebook in an evening update as of 17:00 Kyiv time on August 23 , 2020 .
The shots posed no threat to the lives and health of Ukrainian troops so Joint Forces did not return fire , the press center said .
In addition , the ceremonies of raising the Ukrainian flag have taken place in all Ukrainian military units today , August 23 .
The soldiers honored with a minute of silence the memory of their dead brothers-in-arms .
• Parties @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Russia , and the OSCE ) on the peace settlement in Donbas on July 22 agreed on a full and comprehensive ceasefire along the contact line from July 27 .
• The new ceasefire regime was enforced at 00:01 Kyiv time on July 27 .
• On the very first day of the newly-agreed truce , Russia 's hybrid military forces mounted three attacks on Ukrainian positions .
More provocations have been reported since .

No сombat casualties were reported.
Ukraine has reported one violation of the latest ceasefire agreements by Russia-controlled armed groups in the Donbas warzone on Sunday, August 23.
Read alsoOSCE urges sides to continue making all efforts to keep sustainable truce in Donbas"Since Sunday midnight, no attacks by enemy have been recorded in the majority of areas of Ukrainian units' responsibility. At the same time, Ukrainian troops have documented one violation by the Russian Federation's armed formations near the town of Avdiyivka, where the enemy fired several non-targeted provocative shots from small arms and an underbarrel launcher," the press center of Ukraine's Joint Forces Operation (JFO) Command said on Facebook in an evening update as of 17:00 Kyiv time on August 23, 2020.
The shots posed no threat to the lives and health of Ukrainian troops so Joint Forces did not return fire, the press center said.
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No сombat casualties were reported.
In addition, the ceremonies of raising the Ukrainian flag have taken place in all Ukrainian military units today, August 23. The soldiers honored with a minute of silence the memory of their dead brothers-in-arms.
Donbas truce: background


unian--2020-08-23--Iran says black boxes from downed Ukraine jet show missiles hit 25 seconds apart – media

The aircraft 's flight crew – two pilots and an instructor also travelling in the cockpit – tried to keep control of the plane until the last moment , Zanganeh said .
Analysis from the black boxes of a downed Ukrainian passenger plane shows it was hit by two missiles 25 seconds apart and that passengers were still alive for some time after the impact of the first blast , Iran said on Sunday .
The announcement by the head of Iran 's Civil Aviation Organization marks the first official report on the contents of the cockpit voice and data @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for reading in July , Reuters reported .
Read alsoIran ready to pay compensation in Ukrainian plane case – mediaTehran has said it accidentally shot down the Ukraine airliner in January at a time of extreme tensions with the United States .
All 176 people aboard the plane were killed .
The second missile hit the aircraft 25 seconds after the first , but only 19 seconds of that gap was captured on the recordings because of damage from the first missile , Touraj Dehghani-Zanganeh was cited as saying by state television .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ pilots and an instructor also travelling in the cockpit – tried to keep control of the plane until the last moment , Zanganeh said .
Read alsoUIA plane crash : Ukraine 's FM announces results of talks with Iran on payment of compensationIran 's Revolutionary Guards shot down the Ukraine International Airlines flight with a ground-to-air missile on Jan. 8 , just after the plane took off from Tehran , in what Tehran later acknowledged as a `` disastrous mistake '' by forces on high alert during a confrontation with the United States @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ukraine , Canada and other nations that had citizens aboard the downed plane , and who have demanded a thorough investigation into the incident .
Iranian and Ukrainian officials have also held talks on the compensation to families of the victims .
Another round of talks is set for October .
Iran 's investigation is being carried out under United Nations aviation rules calling for probes aimed solely at preventing future accidents , separately from any judicial process .
But the probe has been swept up in regional and domestic tensions .
Over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ terms up to 20 years in Iran for participating in peaceful protests against the downing of the plane .
Some Iranians took to Twitter on Sunday to show their anger , with at least one user tweeting `` They were alive for 19 seconds ... a tragedy . ''

The aircraft's flight crew – two pilots and an instructor also travelling in the cockpit – tried to keep control of the plane until the last moment, Zanganeh said.
Analysis from the black boxes of a downed Ukrainian passenger plane shows it was hit by two missiles 25 seconds apart and that passengers were still alive for some time after the impact of the first blast, Iran said on Sunday.
The announcement by the head of Iran's Civil Aviation Organization marks the first official report on the contents of the cockpit voice and data recordings, which were sent to France for reading in July, Reuters reported.
Read alsoIran ready to pay compensation in Ukrainian plane case – mediaTehran has said it accidentally shot down the Ukraine airliner in January at a time of extreme tensions with the United States. All 176 people aboard the plane were killed.
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The second missile hit the aircraft 25 seconds after the first, but only 19 seconds of that gap was captured on the recordings because of damage from the first missile, Touraj Dehghani-Zanganeh was cited as saying by state television.
"Nineteen seconds after the first missile hit the plane, the voices of pilots inside the cockpit indicated that the passengers were alive ... 25 seconds later the second missile hit the plane," he was reported as saying.
"Therefore, no analysis of the performance and effects of the second missile was obtained from the aircraft's black box."
The aircraft's flight crew – two pilots and an instructor also travelling in the cockpit – tried to keep control of the plane until the last moment, Zanganeh said.
Read alsoUIA plane crash: Ukraine's FM announces results of talks with Iran on payment of compensationIran's Revolutionary Guards shot down the Ukraine International Airlines flight with a ground-to-air missile on Jan. 8, just after the plane took off from Tehran, in what Tehran later acknowledged as a "disastrous mistake" by forces on high alert during a confrontation with the United States.
Iran has been in talks with Ukraine, Canada and other nations that had citizens aboard the downed plane, and who have demanded a thorough investigation into the incident.
Iranian and Ukrainian officials have also held talks on the compensation to families of the victims. Another round of talks is set for October.
Iran's investigation is being carried out under United Nations aviation rules calling for probes aimed solely at preventing future accidents, separately from any judicial process. But the probe has been swept up in regional and domestic tensions.
"The data analysis from the black boxes should not be politicised," Zanganeh said.
Over 20 people have been sentenced to jail terms up to 20 years in Iran for participating in peaceful protests against the downing of the plane.
Some Iranians took to Twitter on Sunday to show their anger, with at least one user tweeting "They were alive for 19 seconds ... a tragedy."


unian--2020-08-23--Batkivshchyna Party leader Tymoshenko tested positive for coronavirus

Her condition is assessed as serious .
Leader of the Batkivshchyna Party , Ukrainian MP Yulia Tymoshenko has tested positive for the novel coronavirus and is in serious condition with a fever , says her press secretary Maryna Soroka .
Read alsoUkrainian political parties : fresh ratings '' Yes , unfortunately , this is true .
She tested positive for COVID-19 .
Her condition is assessed as serious , her temperature is up to 39 [ Celsius ] .
She 's fighting [ the disease ] ! ''
she wrote on Facebook on Sunday , August 23 , following some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ daughter Eugenia , as well as Eugenia 's husband Arthur Chechetkin , have also fell ill , according to the media reports .
However , the press secretary declined to give further detail .
• On August 21 , Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his 7-year-old son Kyrylo had COVID-19 and underwent treatment along with the First Lady , Olena Zelenska .
• Ukraine reported 104,958 laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of the morning of August 23 .
They include 2,271 deaths and 52,235 recoveries .
• A total of 1,987 new cases @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

Her condition is assessed as serious.
Leader of the Batkivshchyna Party, Ukrainian MP Yulia Tymoshenko has tested positive for the novel coronavirus and is in serious condition with a fever, says her press secretary Maryna Soroka.
Read alsoUkrainian political parties: fresh ratings"Yes, unfortunately, this is true. She tested positive for COVID-19. Her condition is assessed as serious, her temperature is up to 39 [Celsius]. She's fighting [the disease]!" she wrote on Facebook on Sunday, August 23, following some media reports.
Noteworthy, Tymoshenko's daughter Eugenia, as well as Eugenia's husband Arthur Chechetkin, have also fell ill, according to the media reports. However, the press secretary declined to give further detail.
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unian--2020-08-24--Key to Donbas peace lies in Moscow – Kuleba

Ukraine 's position in Normandy Four talks sees support from Germany and France , the minister says .
Ukraine 's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has announced preparations for a meeting of Normandy Four ( Ukraine , Germany , France , and Russia ) top diplomats that could be held in September , noting that the key to peace in Donbas is held in Moscow .
`` We have begun our negotiations on the issue of the Normandy format , on the settlement of the armed conflict in Donbas , '' the minister said at a joint press conference with German @ @ @ @ @ @ @ August 24 , according to an UNIAN correspondent .
Kuleba expressed gratitude to the foreign ministers of Germany and France for supporting his proposal to hold a second meeting of the Normandy Four foreign ministers after the first one was held this spring .
`` Now we are preparing for the next meeting , today we discussed ways to prepare for it .
As of now , we have every reason to say that it will take place in a full-fledged quadrilateral format , and that the Russian foreign minister will join us @ @ @ @ @ @ @ colleague , Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov , is not putting forward any additional conditions to our September 's ministerial ... All four ministers are focused on one thing – to make sure that the meeting is meaningful , '' he said , adding that the parties should talk essence during negotiations rather than `` drown the issue in diplomatic wording and conversations . ''
Progress in Donbas settlement is only possible , Kuleba says , if all elements of the negotiation process ( the Trilateral Contact Group , foreign ministers , advisors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leaders themselves ) engage .
`` Over the past two months , you have seen tremendous progress at all these levels and efforts to take a step forward .
The step was taken – this is a ceasefire regime , which , despite the fact that we record some fortification works from the other side , is maintained on principle , and zero casualties testifies to this , '' he said .
At the same time , Kuleba stressed that `` the key to peace in Ukraine , the key to ending Russian @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Kuleba said he was `` encouraged '' by the fact that , thanks to the involvement of Germany and France , the efforts of Ukraine , and `` certain positive steps '' on the part of Russia , the settlement process in Donbas has moved forward .
Read alsoDonbas special status may be put to referendum – lawmakerUkraine is determined to search for specific solutions to resolve the situation in Donbas , Kuleba said , adding that if Russia also has the same attitude , `` the key ( to will not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and the lock could open . ''
On August 22 , President Volodymyr Zelensky said that a meeting of advisors to the Normandy Four leaders would be held August 28 , followed by a foreign ministers ' meeting and a summit of N4 leaders .
The Kremlin announced the preparation of a meeting of aides to the Normandy format leaders .
Foreign Minister of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba has said the country is interested in preserving the Normandy-Minsk infrastructure on Donbas settlement

Ukraine's position in Normandy Four talks sees support from Germany and France, the minister says.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has announced preparations for a meeting of Normandy Four (Ukraine, Germany, France, and Russia) top diplomats that could be held in September, noting that the key to peace in Donbas is held in Moscow.
"We have begun our negotiations on the issue of the Normandy format, on the settlement of the armed conflict in Donbas," the minister said at a joint press conference with German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas in Kyiv on August 24, according to an UNIAN correspondent.
Kuleba expressed gratitude to the foreign ministers of Germany and France for supporting his proposal to hold a second meeting of the Normandy Four foreign ministers after the first one was held this spring.
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"Now we are preparing for the next meeting, today we discussed ways to prepare for it. As of now, we have every reason to say that it will take place in a full-fledged quadrilateral format, and that the Russian foreign minister will join us," Kuleba said.
"Our colleague, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, is not putting forward any additional conditions to our September's ministerial... All four ministers are focused on one thing – to make sure that the meeting is meaningful," he said, adding that the parties should talk essence during negotiations rather than "drown the issue in diplomatic wording and conversations."
Progress in Donbas settlement is only possible, Kuleba says, if all elements of the negotiation process (the Trilateral Contact Group, foreign ministers, advisors to Normandy Four leaders, and N4 leaders themselves) engage.
The key to peace in Ukraine, the key to ending Russian aggression against Ukraine is in Moscow
"Over the past two months, you have seen tremendous progress at all these levels and efforts to take a step forward. The step was taken – this is a ceasefire regime, which, despite the fact that we record some fortification works from the other side, is maintained on principle, and zero casualties testifies to this," he said.
At the same time, Kuleba stressed that "the key to peace in Ukraine, the key to ending Russian aggression against Ukraine is in Moscow."
Kuleba said he was "encouraged" by the fact that, thanks to the involvement of Germany and France, the efforts of Ukraine, and "certain positive steps" on the part of Russia, the settlement process in Donbas has moved forward.
Read alsoDonbas special status may be put to referendum – lawmakerUkraine is determined to search for specific solutions to resolve the situation in Donbas, Kuleba said, adding that if Russia also has the same attitude, "the key (to will not just be found, it will turn, and the lock could open."
Normandy Four talks: background
On August 22, President Volodymyr Zelensky said that a meeting of advisors to the Normandy Four leaders would be held August 28, followed by a foreign ministers' meeting and a summit of N4 leaders.
The Kremlin announced the preparation of a meeting of aides to the Normandy format leaders.
Foreign Minister of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba has said the country is interested in preserving the Normandy-Minsk infrastructure on Donbas settlement


unian--2020-08-24--Armed security to appear on trains in Ukraine

The move comes as a response to the recent attack on a woman on the Mariupol-Kyiv train .
Armed security teams will board passenger trains on ten routes across Ukraine to ensure passenger safety .
The pilot project will be launched before the end of August , Suspilne reports .
The security will respond jointly with the train crew to violation of rules on board the trains .
`` We asked the police to accompany trains .
We have received no response for a long time .
Therefore , it will be the state company 's militarized security , of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , '' the company official told the public broadcaster .
Read alsoPassengers to be allowed to get off trains at `` red zone '' stations – infrastructure ministerSuch security teams already work on freight trains .
`` Now they will also accompany passenger trains .
At this stage , we chose the routes that , in our opinion , are in the greatest demand , or those where there are frequent cases of attacks , '' said the Ukrzaliznytsia official .
• On July 31 , an attacker assaulted and attempted to rape @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seven-year-old son on route Mariupol-Kyiv .
• The incident that took place in the night time brought to a spotlight the issue of violence on trains and inadequate response due to the lack of police presence on board .
• The distressed victim managed to flee from the attacker and find shelter in the crew compartment in another railcar , while the culprit was only apprehended upon the train 's arrival at its final destination .

The move comes as a response to the recent attack on a woman on the Mariupol-Kyiv train.
Armed security teams will board passenger trains on ten routes across Ukraine to ensure passenger safety.
The pilot project will be launched before the end of August, Suspilne reports.
The security will respond jointly with the train crew to violation of rules on board the trains.
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"We asked the police to accompany trains. We have received no response for a long time. Therefore, it will be the state company's militarized security, of course, at the cost of Ukrzaliznytsia," the company official told the public broadcaster.
Read alsoPassengers to be allowed to get off trains at "red zone" stations – infrastructure ministerSuch security teams already work on freight trains.
"Now they will also accompany passenger trains. At this stage, we chose the routes that, in our opinion, are in the greatest demand, or those where there are frequent cases of attacks," said the Ukrzaliznytsia official.
Violence on trains: background


unian--2020-08-24--Zelensky calls for revote in Belarus

Zelensky calls for revote in Belarus

The move would `` calm everyone down '' and `` be fair '' , the president notes .
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for the Belarus authorities to hold a new election to ease mounting tensions .
`` Let 's imagine that I 'm confident about myself , I 'm confident in the people 's votes , I 'm a confident person .
How can I calm everyone down ?
I would definitely say : 'In one month , there 'll be a new vote , and I am running in that new election .
Whoever wants to run @ @ @ @ @ @ @ invite everyone – all international observers , all of them , '' Zelensky told in an interview with Euronews .
`` And I 'd tell the people of Belarus : 'Please , elect whoever you want .
And after that result , there would be no more questions , I 'm convinced about it .
If Lukashenko won , he 'd win , if someone else won , then it 's someone else .
But everyone would be calm , without blood .
That 'd be fair .
It would make history , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ministry has snubbed the Ukrainian president 's advice , saying Ukraine leadership will long have `` more important issues to deal with '' than issuing recommendations .
Read alsoLukashenko warns Zelensky against `` fomenting riots '' in Belarus '' You know , Ukraine is a brotherly country to us , and the Ukrainian people are a brother nation for Belarusians .
Therefore , of course , at this frankly difficult moment for our country , it would be great to feel some kind of support or at least understanding , not listen to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Now we definitely do n't need it , '' spokesman Anatoliy Glaz said , according to BelTA .
`` However , if you look at the recent history of Ukraine , of course , they do have certain experience in some issues .
But the result of these political experiments certainly does n't convince the Ukrainians , and not only them , of their correctness and expedience .
Moreover , in our opinion , the Ukrainian leadership will for many years ahead have many more important issues to deal with inside the country @ @ @ @ @ @ @ advice to neighbors , '' the press secretary said .
On August 14 , the European Union announced it did not recognize the outcome of the presidential elections in Belarus and on August 19 agreed to sanction the country 's officials over electoral fraud and violence against protesters .
Ukraine said it `` generally shares '' the position voiced by the EU .
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said the election result must be reviewed and those responsible for mistreatments of peaceful demonstrators must be sanctioned .
Estonia and Lithuania have agreed not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Pope Francis made a special address dedicated to the situation in Belarus , calling for an end to violence .
Canada and Ireland have not recognized election results , calling for a revote .
Read also '' Threat not only to Belarus '' : Lukashenko speaks with PutinU.S .
President Donald Trump said he would talk to Russia about the Belarus protests .
`` I like seeing democracy , '' he told reporters , according to Reuters .
`` It does n't seem like it 's too much democracy there in Belarus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stated the UK did not accept the results of the Belarusian presidential elections , calling for a probe into fraud and sanctioning those responsible , including for the violent suppression of protests .

The move would "calm everyone down" and "be fair", the president notes.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for the Belarus authorities to hold a new election to ease mounting tensions.
"Let's imagine that I'm confident about myself, I'm confident in the people's votes, I'm a confident person. How can I calm everyone down? I would definitely say: 'In one month, there'll be a new vote, and I am running in that new election. Whoever wants to run, go ahead.' I'd invite everyone – all international observers, all of them," Zelensky told in an interview with Euronews.
"And I'd tell the people of Belarus: 'Please, elect whoever you want. And after that result, there would be no more questions, I'm convinced about it. If Lukashenko won, he'd win, if someone else won, then it's someone else. But everyone would be calm, without blood. That'd be fair. It would make history," Zelensky concluded.
The Belarusian foreign ministry has snubbed the Ukrainian president's advice, saying Ukraine leadership will long have "more important issues to deal with" than issuing recommendations.
That'd be fair. It would make history
Read alsoLukashenko warns Zelensky against "fomenting riots" in Belarus"You know, Ukraine is a brotherly country to us, and the Ukrainian people are a brother nation for Belarusians. Therefore, of course, at this frankly difficult moment for our country, it would be great to feel some kind of support or at least understanding, not listen to hackneyed advice coming from all sides. Now we definitely don't need it," spokesman Anatoliy Glaz said, according to BelTA.
"However, if you look at the recent history of Ukraine, of course, they do have certain experience in some issues. But the result of these political experiments certainly doesn't convince the Ukrainians, and not only them, of their correctness and expedience. Moreover, in our opinion, the Ukrainian leadership will for many years ahead have many more important issues to deal with inside the country on an everyday basis rather than giving advice to neighbors," the press secretary said.
Belarus elections and protests: reactions
On August 14, the European Union announced it did not recognize the outcome of the presidential elections in Belarus and on August 19 agreed to sanction the country's officials over electoral fraud and violence against protesters.
Ukraine said it "generally shares" the position voiced by the EU.
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said the election result must be reviewed and those responsible for mistreatments of peaceful demonstrators must be sanctioned.
Estonia and Lithuania have agreed not to buy electricity from the Belarusian NPPs.
Pope Francis made a special address dedicated to the situation in Belarus, calling for an end to violence.
Canada and Ireland have not recognized election results, calling for a revote.
Read also"Threat not only to Belarus": Lukashenko speaks with PutinU.S. President Donald Trump said he would talk to Russia about the Belarus protests. "I like seeing democracy," he told reporters, according to Reuters. "It doesn't seem like it's too much democracy there in Belarus."
British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab stated the UK did not accept the results of the Belarusian presidential elections, calling for a probe into fraud and sanctioning those responsible, including for the violent suppression of protests.


unian--2020-08-24--On Ukraine's Independence Day eve, invaders breach Donbas truce three times

Near Zaitseve and Avdiyivka , terrorists fired provocative shots , also doing reinforcement works toward Ukrainian defense lines near Maryinka .
Occupiers over the past day three times violated the agreements on full and comprehensive ceasefire in eastern Ukraine , reached on July 22 within the framework of the Trilateral Contact Group on Donbas settlement .
That 's according to a morning update by the Joint Forces Operation Command , released on Facebook .
Near Zaitseve , Russian occupation forces fired several small arms shots .
Small arms and a grenade launcher were also fired near Avdiyivka , the report @ @ @ @ @ @ @ continue making all efforts to keep sustainable truce in DonbasNo combat losses were reported over the past day .
Ukrainian forces have revealed enemy attempts to do engineering works toward Ukraine 's defense lines near Maryinka from the temporarily occupied settlement of Oleksandrivka .
`` Since day-start on August 24 , silence has prevailed in all sectors of the front line , '' the report says .
The Command has noted that the situation in the JFO zone remains under full control of Ukrainian troops .
Parties to the Trilateral Contact Group ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) on the peace settlement in Donbas on July 22 agreed on a full and comprehensive ceasefire along the contact line from July 27 .
On the very first day of the newly-agreed truce , Russia 's hybrid military forces mounted three attacks on Ukrainian positions .
More provocations have been reported since .

Near Zaitseve and Avdiyivka, terrorists fired provocative shots, also doing reinforcement works toward Ukrainian defense lines near Maryinka.
Occupiers over the past day three times violated the agreements on full and comprehensive ceasefire in eastern Ukraine, reached on July 22 within the framework of the Trilateral Contact Group on Donbas settlement.
That's according to a morning update by the Joint Forces Operation Command, released on Facebook.
Near Zaitseve, Russian occupation forces fired several small arms shots. Small arms and a grenade launcher were also fired near Avdiyivka, the report adds.
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Read alsoOSCE urges sides to continue making all efforts to keep sustainable truce in DonbasNo combat losses were reported over the past day.
Ukrainian forces have revealed enemy attempts to do engineering works toward Ukraine's defense lines near Maryinka from the temporarily occupied settlement of Oleksandrivka.
"Since day-start on August 24, silence has prevailed in all sectors of the front line," the report says.
The Command has noted that the situation in the JFO zone remains under full control of Ukrainian troops.
Donbas truce: background
Parties to the Trilateral Contact Group (Ukraine, Russia, and the OSCE) on the peace settlement in Donbas on July 22 agreed on a full and comprehensive ceasefire along the contact line from July 27.
On the very first day of the newly-agreed truce, Russia's hybrid military forces mounted three attacks on Ukrainian positions. More provocations have been reported since.


unian--2020-08-24--COVID-19 in Ukraine: 1,799 new cases in past day

This brings the total to 106,757 cases registered since the coronavirus outbreak .
Ukraine 's health ministry over the past day reported 1,799 new active COVID-19 cases .
`` Over the past day , 1,799 people fell ill , including 127 children , as well as 86 medics , '' Health Minister Maksym Stepanov told a Kyiv briefing on Monday , August 24 , according to an UNIAN correspondent .
Read alsoBatkivshchyna Party leader Tymoshenko tested positive for coronavirusHe went on to say that 279 people were hospitalized and 22 COVID-19 deaths were recorded , while 289 patients recovered .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ map of COVID-19 spread , designed by the National Security and Defense Council .
Over the past 24 hours , Ukrainian labs ran 13,542 coronavirus tests , including 9,350 PCR and 3,192 ELISA .
Since the pandemic outbreak , 106,757 people have contracted the novel coronavirus in Ukraine , 52,524 recovered , and 2,293 died .
• The adaptive quarantine was introduced on August 1 .
Ukrainian regions were split into the red , green , orange , and yellow zones depending on hospital load , the average number of PCR and ELISA @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and daily spread dynamics .
• Quarantine-related curbs differ in each zone .
The mildest ones are in the green zone , the regions included in the red zone have to introduce the toughest restrictive measures .
• Updated quarantine zoning became effective in Ukraine today , August 24 .
Kyiv remains in the yellow zone .
• In Ukrainian schools within the `` orange quarantine zone '' , teachers will be wearing protective face shields in class , while red-zone schools will switch to online classes .

This brings the total to 106,757 cases registered since the coronavirus outbreak.
Ukraine's health ministry over the past day reported 1,799 new active COVID-19 cases.
"Over the past day, 1,799 people fell ill, including 127 children, as well as 86 medics," Health Minister Maksym Stepanov told a Kyiv briefing on Monday, August 24, according to an UNIAN correspondent.
Read alsoBatkivshchyna Party leader Tymoshenko tested positive for coronavirusHe went on to say that 279 people were hospitalized and 22 COVID-19 deaths were recorded, while 289 patients recovered.
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The information is confirmed by the interactive map of COVID-19 spread, designed by the National Security and Defense Council.
Over the past 24 hours, Ukrainian labs ran 13,542 coronavirus tests, including 9,350 PCR and 3,192 ELISA.
"In terms of regions, over the last day the largest number of cases was reported in Chernivtsi region (241), Kyiv (209), Ivano-Frankivsk region (170), Odesa region (145), Lviv region (142), Kharkiv region (141), and Ternopil region (139)," said Stepanov.
Since the pandemic outbreak, 106,757 people have contracted the novel coronavirus in Ukraine, 52,524 recovered, and 2,293 died.
Quarantine in Ukraine: background


unian--2020-08-24--Ukraine Independence Day: Zelensky vows to hold parade upon regaining all Ukrainian territories

For the second year in a row , Ukraine marks its Independence Day without a military parade , while a March of Veterans is being held in the city center .
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during his address to the nation on Independence Day from Kyiv 's Sofiyska Square has promised to hold a military parade once the country regains control over all temporarily occupied territories .
The President noted that today , on August 24 , as Ukraine is marking the 29th anniversary of its independence , awards will be handed to those `` who multiplies our independence daily @ @ @ @ @ @ @ military and defenders that Ukraine has preserved independence , Zelensky said , adding that today Ukrainians will be able to express their sincere praise and bow to all veterans and volunteers during their march along Khreshchatyk .
Zelensky has stressed that Ukrainian military hardware is now in the east of the country .
`` I am sure that this is the way it should be because tanks , armored personnel carriers , and warplanes are not an attraction for Kyiv residents and capital city guests in a country that 's defending its sovereignty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be on the front line , where it 's needed now , rather than in a peaceful Kyiv – and this is the only way it should be if we respect our Army , '' Zelensky added .
Read alsoBelarus protests : defense minister warns of army use , Lukashenko shows resolve in propaganda video '' We will definitely hold a parade in the future – a parade of Ukrainian victory , when we get all our people and all our territories back , '' the president stressed .
`` When there is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will hold a big parade with all our troops and hardware , a parade after which no one else will even consider breaking peace in Ukraine , encroaching on its freedom and independence , '' the president added .
Meanwhile , the March of Defenders that is launching from Shevchenko Park in Kyiv has already gathered thousands of participants from all over Ukraine , many of whom are veterans of the Ukrainian-Russian war .
• The holiday was initially celebrated on July 16 , 1991 , as the first anniversary of the Declaration @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Verkhovna Rada , Ukraine 's parliament , in 1990 .
• Since the Declaration of Independence was issued on August 24 , 1991 , and confirmed by the referendum of December 1 , 1991 , the date of the holiday was changed .
• Ukraine 's Independence Day has been considered an official state holiday since 1992 .

For the second year in a row, Ukraine marks its Independence Day without a military parade, while a March of Veterans is being held in the city center.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during his address to the nation on Independence Day from Kyiv's Sofiyska Square has promised to hold a military parade once the country regains control over all temporarily occupied territories.
The President noted that today, on August 24, as Ukraine is marking the 29th anniversary of its independence, awards will be handed to those "who multiplies our independence daily."
It is thanks to the military and defenders that Ukraine has preserved independence, Zelensky said, adding that today Ukrainians will be able to express their sincere praise and bow to all veterans and volunteers during their march along Khreshchatyk.
Zelensky has stressed that Ukrainian military hardware is now in the east of the country.
"I am sure that this is the way it should be because tanks, armored personnel carriers, and warplanes are not an attraction for Kyiv residents and capital city guests in a country that's defending its sovereignty up in arms. Military hardware should be on the front line, where it's needed now, rather than in a peaceful Kyiv – and this is the only way it should be if we respect our Army," Zelensky added.
Read alsoBelarus protests: defense minister warns of army use, Lukashenko shows resolve in propaganda video"We will definitely hold a parade in the future – a parade of Ukrainian victory, when we get all our people and all our territories back," the president stressed.
"When there is sustainable peace in our land, we will hold a big parade with all our troops and hardware, a parade after which no one else will even consider breaking peace in Ukraine, encroaching on its freedom and independence," the president added.
Meanwhile, the March of Defenders that is launching from Shevchenko Park in Kyiv has already gathered thousands of participants from all over Ukraine, many of whom are veterans of the Ukrainian-Russian war.
Armored personnel carriers, and warplanes are not an attraction for Kyiv residents and capital city guests in a country that's defending its sovereignty up in arms
Independence Day in Ukraine


unian--2020-08-24--Belarus protests: defense minister warns of army use, Lukashenko shows resolve in propaganda video

Lukashenko on Sunday afternoon arrived in the presidential palace sporting an assault vest and holding an automatic rifle without a magazine , along with his 15-year-old son Nikolay in full tactical gear .
Belarusian Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin has warned of the possible use of army to disperse protesters rallying under the flags he claims were once used by Nazi troops .
`` We ca n't watch rallies being organized in sacred places today under flags once used by Nazis when they carried out there massacres of Belarusians , Russians , Jews , and people of other nationalities .
Therefore @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taking these locations under our protection , '' reads Khrenin 's statement posted by the ministry 's press service via Telegram .
The statement was unusually politicized for a defense agency and emotionally charged through caps lock .
It came as tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of Belarusian capital Minsk on Sunday , August 23 , as citizens continue challenging the results of the latest presidential election that gave Alexander Lukashenko another term in the top office after 26 years of continuous rule .
Meanwhile , a helicopter brought @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lukashenko sporting an assault vest and holding an automatic rifle without a magazine , along with his 15-year-old son Nikolay in full tactical gear , also armed .
In a series of videos spun by Telegram channels on Sunday night , Lukashenko was first shown flying over Minsk , landing near the presidential palace , and then approaching to and addressing riot police officers with the words of praise for their support – met with massive applause .
`` We will deal with them , '' Lukashenko was heard saying in front of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` We 're with you till the end , '' officers were heard telling Lukashenko .
On August 9 , presidential elections were held in Belarus .
The country 's Central Election Commission announced the final election results .
In particular , 80.1 % of voters supported incumbent President Alexander Lukashenko , 10.1 % voted for Svetlana Tikhanovskaya , 1.67 % for Anna Kanopatskaya , 1.2 % for Andrey Dmitriev , and 1.14 % for Sergei Cherechnya .
Some 4.59 % voted against all candidates .
Thousands of residents of Belarus took to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is a rigged vote count .
Riot police violently cracked down on protesters .
Belarus ' Ministry of Internal Affairs said about 7,000 protesters had been detained in different cities since August 9 .
On the evening of August 13 , the authorities started to release detainees .
On August 14 , the European Union announced it did not recognize the outcome of the presidential elections in Belarus .
On August 19 leaders reportedly agreed on sanctions to be introduced over election rigging and violence against protesters .
The March of Freedom , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Belarus , took place on August 16 in Minsk .
Hundreds of thousands of people joined in .
On August 20 , the Prosecutor General 's Office opened a criminal probe into the attempt by the opposition to `` seize power '' .
Lukashenko has repeatedly claimed `` foreign interference '' in the election and the external efforts to foment protests .
He spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin who had promised him comprehensive assistance upon request .

Lukashenko on Sunday afternoon arrived in the presidential palace sporting an assault vest and holding an automatic rifle without a magazine, along with his 15-year-old son Nikolay in full tactical gear.
Belarusian Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin has warned of the possible use of army to disperse protesters rallying under the flags he claims were once used by Nazi troops.
"We can't watch rallies being organized in sacred places today under flags once used by Nazis when they carried out there massacres of Belarusians, Russians, Jews, and people of other nationalities. Therefore, from now on, we're taking these locations under our protection," reads Khrenin's statement posted by the ministry's press service via Telegram.
The statement was unusually politicized for a defense agency and emotionally charged through caps lock.
It came as tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of Belarusian capital Minsk on Sunday, August 23, as citizens continue challenging the results of the latest presidential election that gave Alexander Lukashenko another term in the top office after 26 years of continuous rule.
Meanwhile, a helicopter brought to the presidential palace in Minsk Alexander Lukashenko sporting an assault vest and holding an automatic rifle without a magazine, along with his 15-year-old son Nikolay in full tactical gear, also armed.
In a series of videos spun by Telegram channels on Sunday night, Lukashenko was first shown flying over Minsk, landing near the presidential palace, and then approaching to and addressing riot police officers with the words of praise for their support – met with massive applause.
"We will deal with them," Lukashenko was heard saying in front of the police, obviously meaning protesters.
"We're with you till the end," officers were heard telling Lukashenko.
Belarus protests: background
On August 9, presidential elections were held in Belarus. The country's Central Election Commission announced the final election results. In particular, 80.1% of voters supported incumbent President Alexander Lukashenko, 10.1% voted for Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, 1.67% for Anna Kanopatskaya, 1.2% for Andrey Dmitriev, and 1.14% for Sergei Cherechnya. Some 4.59% voted against all candidates.
Thousands of residents of Belarus took to the streets to protest what they believe is a rigged vote count. Riot police violently cracked down on protesters. Belarus' Ministry of Internal Affairs said about 7,000 protesters had been detained in different cities since August 9. On the evening of August 13, the authorities started to release detainees.
On August 14, the European Union announced it did not recognize the outcome of the presidential elections in Belarus. On August 19 leaders reportedly agreed on sanctions to be introduced over election rigging and violence against protesters.
The March of Freedom, the largest protest in the history of Belarus, took place on August 16 in Minsk. Hundreds of thousands of people joined in.
On August 20, the Prosecutor General's Office opened a criminal probe into the attempt by the opposition to "seize power".
Lukashenko has repeatedly claimed "foreign interference" in the election and the external efforts to foment protests. He spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin who had promised him comprehensive assistance upon request.


unian--2020-08-24--Maas names main topics to be discussed by Normandy Four foreign ministers in Sept

Grounds need to be find for holding local elections in Donbas , Germany 's foreign minister believes .
Germany 's Foreign Minister Heiko Maas has announced main topics to be discussed at the upcoming meeting of Normandy Four ( Ukraine , Germany , France , and Russia ) top diplomats this September , an UNIAN correspondent reports .
Speaking at a joint press conference with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba in Kyiv on August 24 , the German Foreign Minister noted that in the context of the upcoming meeting in the Normandy format at the level of foreign ministers , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be recalled , reached by the leaders of Ukraine , Russia , Germany , and France at their summit in Paris in December 2019 .
In particular , this concerns the proclaimed ceasefire and control mechanisms for monitoring compliance with the truce .
`` This is about strengthening and enhancing the truce , and we are talking about this .
How to find a mechanism , how to track truce violations , '' explained Maas .
He noted that it is necessary to make every effort to help the population of Donbas living @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Donbas peace held in Moscow – KulebaMaas added that the main appeal to the parties to the armed conflict is not to soften efforts toward settlement .
He also noted the need to open additional crossing checkpoints along the contact line .
`` We have agreed on many projects that need to be implemented , and a number of social and economic topics were also discussed in Paris , on which we will be actively working , '' Maas said .
He added that after clarifying the progress on the said issues @ @ @ @ @ @ @ political aspects , including the implementation of the Steinmeier formula , the holding of local elections , the transfer of powers on the eastern border , and the designation of functions for the military .
`` These are matters that should be discussed in the Normandy format at the level of foreign ministers , '' Maas said .
Also , the German minister stated that it was necessary to create grounds for holding local elections in Donbas .
Maas noted that there are different approaches to and visions of holding local elections in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that they should eventually take place .
Read also '' Steinmeier formula '' , explained '' It 's about the timing .
That is , it is necessary to create grounds for holding these elections , while how this procedure will be clarified remains unclear .
There is a provision in Minsk agreements .
That 's what we 're talking about , but there are different approaches .
But all parties should be ready to talk about this , '' he said .
Maas has expressed hope that a positive solution will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ intends to discuss with his French counterpart in the coming weeks .
On August 22 , President Volodymyr Zelensky said that a meeting of advisors to the Normandy Four leaders would be held August 28 , followed by a foreign ministers ' meeting and a summit of N4 leaders .
The Kremlin announced the preparation of a meeting of aides to the Normandy format leaders .
Foreign Minister of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba has said the country is interested in preserving the Normandy-Minsk infrastructure on Donbas settlement .

Grounds need to be find for holding local elections in Donbas, Germany's foreign minister believes.
Germany's Foreign Minister Heiko Maas has announced main topics to be discussed at the upcoming meeting of Normandy Four (Ukraine, Germany, France, and Russia) top diplomats this September, an UNIAN correspondent reports.
Speaking at a joint press conference with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba in Kyiv on August 24, the German Foreign Minister noted that in the context of the upcoming meeting in the Normandy format at the level of foreign ministers, scheduled for September, the agreements should be recalled, reached by the leaders of Ukraine, Russia, Germany, and France at their summit in Paris in December 2019.
In particular, this concerns the proclaimed ceasefire and control mechanisms for monitoring compliance with the truce. "This is about strengthening and enhancing the truce, and we are talking about this. How to find a mechanism, how to track truce violations," explained Maas.
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He noted that it is necessary to make every effort to help the population of Donbas living in extremely difficult conditions.
Read alsoKey to Donbas peace held in Moscow – KulebaMaas added that the main appeal to the parties to the armed conflict is not to soften efforts toward settlement.
He also noted the need to open additional crossing checkpoints along the contact line. "We have agreed on many projects that need to be implemented, and a number of social and economic topics were also discussed in Paris, on which we will be actively working," Maas said.
He added that after clarifying the progress on the said issues, it will be possible to discuss political aspects, including the implementation of the Steinmeier formula, the holding of local elections, the transfer of powers on the eastern border, and the designation of functions for the military.
"These are matters that should be discussed in the Normandy format at the level of foreign ministers," Maas said.
Also, the German minister stated that it was necessary to create grounds for holding local elections in Donbas.
Maas noted that there are different approaches to and visions of holding local elections in Donbas, but noted he was convinced that they should eventually take place.
Read also"Steinmeier formula", explained"It's about the timing. That is, it is necessary to create grounds for holding these elections, while how this procedure will be clarified remains unclear. There is a provision in Minsk agreements. That's what we're talking about, but there are different approaches. But all parties should be ready to talk about this," he said.
Maas has expressed hope that a positive solution will be found to the issue, which he intends to discuss with his French counterpart in the coming weeks.
Normandy Four talks: background
On August 22, President Volodymyr Zelensky said that a meeting of advisors to the Normandy Four leaders would be held August 28, followed by a foreign ministers' meeting and a summit of N4 leaders.
The Kremlin announced the preparation of a meeting of aides to the Normandy format leaders.
Foreign Minister of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba has said the country is interested in preserving the Normandy-Minsk infrastructure on Donbas settlement.


unian--2020-08-24--Friendship between U.S., Ukraine "has never been stronger" – Pompeo

Washington vows to continue diplomatic efforts toward ending Russia 's ongoing aggression in Donbas .
The United States ' friendship with Ukraine has never been stronger , State Secretary Mike Pompeo said in a greeting on Ukraine 's Independence Day August 24 .
`` Our support for a free , resilient , and democratic Ukraine is unwavering , '' Pompeo said , adding that his country remains `` fully committed to diplomatic efforts to end Russia ’ s ongoing aggression in eastern Ukraine . ''
Read alsoUkraine Independence Day : Zelensky vows to hold parade upon regaining all Ukrainian territories @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` rejects Russia 's attempted annexation of Crimea and pledges to maintain this policy until Russia returns full control of all Ukrainian territory to Ukraine , '' the statement reads .
Pompeo has also voiced support to Ukrainians in government and civil society working to push forward `` crucial transformational reforms that advance economic growth , security , and the rule of law . ''
`` The friendship between our two countries has never been stronger , '' Pompeo stressed .
`` We look forward to continuing our partnership and working with Ukraine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a bright , secure , and democratic future . ''
Read alsoInt ' l legislators voice support for Ukraine on Independence Day '' I wish you continued prosperity and success in the years ahead , '' the U.S. State Secretary concluded .
• The holiday was initially celebrated on July 16 , 1991 , as the first anniversary of the Declaration of State Sovereignty of Ukraine passed by the Verkhovna Rada , Ukraine 's parliament , in 1990 .
• Since the Declaration of Independence was issued on August 24 , 1991 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1 , 1991 , the date of the holiday was changed .
• Ukraine 's Independence Day has been considered an official state holiday since 1992 .

Washington vows to continue diplomatic efforts toward ending Russia's ongoing aggression in Donbas.
The United States' friendship with Ukraine has never been stronger, State Secretary Mike Pompeo said in a greeting on Ukraine's Independence Day August 24.
"Our support for a free, resilient, and democratic Ukraine is unwavering," Pompeo said, adding that his country remains "fully committed to diplomatic efforts to end Russia’s ongoing aggression in eastern Ukraine."
Read alsoUkraine Independence Day: Zelensky vows to hold parade upon regaining all Ukrainian territories (Photo, video)The U.S. "rejects Russia's attempted annexation of Crimea and pledges to maintain this policy until Russia returns full control of all Ukrainian territory to Ukraine," the statement reads.
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Our support for a free, resilient, and democratic Ukraine is unwavering
Pompeo has also voiced support to Ukrainians in government and civil society working to push forward "crucial transformational reforms that advance economic growth, security, and the rule of law."
"The friendship between our two countries has never been stronger," Pompeo stressed. "We look forward to continuing our partnership and working with Ukraine's leaders and citizens as you build a bright, secure, and democratic future."
Read alsoInt'l legislators voice support for Ukraine on Independence Day"I wish you continued prosperity and success in the years ahead," the U.S. State Secretary concluded.
Ukraine's Independence Day: background


unian--2020-08-24--Russia's stronger positions in Belarus not in Ukraine's national interests – MFA

Ukraine must remain sure that the border with Belarus is safe .
Ukraine is interested in an independent and democratic Belarus , Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba says .
`` Ukraine is interested in an independent democratic Belarus , therefore any further strengthening of Russia 's position in Belarus does not meet the national interests of Ukraine , '' Kuleba said at a joint press conference with German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas in Kyiv on August 24 , an UNIAN correspondent reports .
Read alsoZelensky calls for revote in Belarus '' We have a very long border with Belarus , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this part of the border remains safe for our country , that this is a friendly border , '' the foreign minister explained .
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine on August 15 said it generally shared the position expressed by the European Union regarding the recent presidential elections in Belarus .
The European Union said it did not recognize the election outcome , and agreed to consider sanctions for election fraud and violence against protesters .
The Ukrainian diplomacy said that the officially declared results of presidential elections in Belarus `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , '' stopping short of declaring whether they recognize the election result .
Lukashenko has repeatedly and without proof accused Ukraine , among other countries , of unfriendly moves against Belarus .
Also , he called Russian President Vladimir Putin , asking for support in resolving the crisis .
Russia said `` comprehensive support '' would be provided upon request .
On August 17 , Ukraine 's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba recalled the Ambassador to Belarus for consultations in Kyiv , dubbing Minsk 's actions `` unacceptable '' .
On August 19 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ latest election has not been recognized by the EU and a number of states , has publicly warned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky , among other foreign leaders , against `` fomenting riots , '' while providing no backing for his allegations .
Ukrainian border guards said they were strengthening controls on the Belarus border given the mounting tensions in the neighboring state .

Ukraine must remain sure that the border with Belarus is safe.
Ukraine is interested in an independent and democratic Belarus, Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba says.
"Ukraine is interested in an independent democratic Belarus, therefore any further strengthening of Russia's position in Belarus does not meet the national interests of Ukraine," Kuleba said at a joint press conference with German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas in Kyiv on August 24, an UNIAN correspondent reports.
Read alsoZelensky calls for revote in Belarus"We have a very long border with Belarus, and we must be sure that at least this part of the border remains safe for our country, that this is a friendly border," the foreign minister explained.
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Belarus protests: Kyiv's reaction, row with Minsk
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine on August 15 said it generally shared the position expressed by the European Union regarding the recent presidential elections in Belarus. The European Union said it did not recognize the election outcome, and agreed to consider sanctions for election fraud and violence against protesters.
The Ukrainian diplomacy said that the officially declared results of presidential elections in Belarus "do not inspire confidence in Belarusian society," stopping short of declaring whether they recognize the election result.
Lukashenko has repeatedly and without proof accused Ukraine, among other countries, of unfriendly moves against Belarus. Also, he called Russian President Vladimir Putin, asking for support in resolving the crisis. Russia said "comprehensive support" would be provided upon request.
On August 17, Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba recalled the Ambassador to Belarus for consultations in Kyiv, dubbing Minsk's actions "unacceptable".
On August 19, Alexander Lukashenko, whose legitimacy following the latest election has not been recognized by the EU and a number of states, has publicly warned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, among other foreign leaders, against "fomenting riots," while providing no backing for his allegations.
Ukrainian border guards said they were strengthening controls on the Belarus border given the mounting tensions in the neighboring state.


unian--2020-08-24--Navalny "poisoned", German clinic confirms

Clinical findings by a Berlin-based Charite medical facility say Vladimir Putn 's critic Alexei Navalny has been poisoned .
The preliminary conclusion indicates `` poisoning with a substance from the group of cholinesterase inhibitors , '' that 's per a statement by Charite press service .
The result was confirmed by multiple tests run by independent laboratories .
At the same time , the specific poison remains unknown , which requires `` a further series of comprehensive testing '' that has been initiated .
Navalny is being treated in intensive care with the antidote atropine and remains in medically induced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ serious '' but `` not currently life-threatening . ''
The treating physicians remain in constant contact with Navalny ’ s wife , and the decision to make details of the patient ’ s condition public `` would be in accordance with his wishes . ''
Read alsoRally held outside FSB building in Moscow in support of Navalny , detentions reportedEarlier today , German Chancellor Angela Merkel 's spokesman Steffen Seibert said it is `` fairly likely '' that the Russian opposition politician was poisoned , adding that `` because there is a certain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ personal protection of Navalny is `` necessary , '' according to Voice of America .
Navalny felt sick on board the plane he was flying to the city of Tomsk .
His rapidly deteriorating condition forced the captain to perform an emergency landing in Omsk .
Navalny 's press secretary assumed the politician had been poisoned and that the poison had been laced into his tea .
Navalny was evacuated from Omsk and brought to Germany on an ambulance aircraft for further medical treatment on Saturday , August 22 .

The prognosis remains unclear, doctors say.
Clinical findings by a Berlin-based Charite medical facility say Vladimir Putn's critic Alexei Navalny has been poisoned.
The preliminary conclusion indicates "poisoning with a substance from the group of cholinesterase inhibitors," that's per a statement by Charite press service.
The result was confirmed by multiple tests run by independent laboratories.
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At the same time, the specific poison remains unknown, which requires "a further series of comprehensive testing" that has been initiated.
Navalny is being treated in intensive care with the antidote atropine and remains in medically induced coma. His condition is deemed "serious" but "not currently life-threatening."
"Alexei Navalny’s prognosis remains unclear; the possibility of long-term effects, particularly those affecting the nervous system, cannot be excluded," the clinic stressed in the statement.
The treating physicians remain in constant contact with Navalny’s wife, and the decision to make details of the patient’s condition public "would be in accordance with his wishes."
Read alsoRally held outside FSB building in Moscow in support of Navalny, detentions reportedEarlier today, German Chancellor Angela Merkel's spokesman Steffen Seibert said it is "fairly likely" that the Russian opposition politician was poisoned, adding that "because there is a certain probability of a poison attack," personal protection of Navalny is "necessary," according to Voice of America.
Navalny poisoning: background
Navalny felt sick on board the plane he was flying from the city of Tomsk to Moscow.
His rapidly deteriorating condition forced the captain to perform an emergency landing in Omsk.
Navalny's press secretary assumed the politician had been poisoned and that the poison had been laced into his tea.
Navalny was evacuated from Omsk and brought to Germany on an ambulance aircraft for further medical treatment on Saturday, August 22.


unian--2020-08-24--Massive March of Defenders held in Kyiv

Massive March of Defenders held in Kyiv

Celebrating the 29th anniversary of Ukraine 's Independence , thousands of activits were also seen holding posters `` Independence is @ @ @ @ @ of Ukraine-Russia war in Donbas along with volunteers who have been helping the Army throughout @ @ @ @ @ aggression , as well as widows and children of fallen Ukrainian troops took to city @ @ @ @ @ .
The defenders were met with the heart-warming `` Thank you '' chants from crowds @ @ @ @ @ see the event .
Read alsoUkraine Independence Day : Zelensky vows to hold parade upon @ @ @ @ @ Photo , video ) Celebrating the 29th anniversary of Ukraine 's Independence , thousands of @ @ @ @ @ posters `` Independence is no joke , '' chanting a slogan `` One , united @ @ @ @ @ the activists voiced support for suspects in the journalist Pavlo Sheremet 's murder case , @ @ @ @ @ a release of those who have been accused .

Celebrating the 29th anniversary of Ukraine's Independence, thousands of activits were also seen holding posters "Independence is no joke."
Veterans of Ukraine-Russia war in Donbas along with volunteers who have been helping the Army throughout the six years of Russian aggression, as well as widows and children of fallen Ukrainian troops took to city streets hailing Ukraine's independence.
The defenders were met with the heart-warming "Thank you" chants from crowds of those who came to see the event.
Read alsoUkraine Independence Day: Zelensky vows to hold parade upon regaining all Ukrainian territories (Photo, video)Celebrating the 29th anniversary of Ukraine's Independence, thousands of activists were also seen holding posters "Independence is no joke," chanting a slogan "One, united Ukraine!"
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Also, the activists voiced support for suspects in the journalist Pavlo Sheremet's murder case, demanding a fair investigation and a release of those who have been accused.


unian--2020-08-24--MFA Ukraine asks Belarus to listen to public opinion, not to reject friendly advice

The comment comes in a response to the Belarusian diplomats ' statement on the lack of support on the part of other countries .
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has recommended that their Belarusian counterparts listen to public opinion and not reject friendly advice .
`` We understand the emotional overload of our counterparts with the Belarusian Foreign Ministry , but we recommend you not reject valuable friendly advice , '' MFA speaker Kateryna Zelenko said in response to an earlier statement by the press secretary of the Belarusian diplomacy .
Read alsoBelarus protests : defense minister warns @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in propaganda video '' The experience of the Ukrainian Revolution of Dignity teaches precisely that a failure to listen to the opinion of society and friends ' advice , while paving a way forward with batons is the path leading nowhere , '' the official said .
Zelenko also stressed that Belarus is a neighboring state , with which Ukraine has always strived for friendly relations , and wished it to adequately pass all tests it is facing , to strengthen its independence and democracy .
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in an interview @ @ @ @ @ @ @ revote in presidential elections .
In an emotional response , the Belarusian Foreign Ministry said the Ukrainian authorities should focus on internal issues rather than offer advice to neighbors .

The comment comes in a response to the Belarusian diplomats' statement on the lack of support on the part of other countries.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has recommended that their Belarusian counterparts listen to public opinion and not reject friendly advice.
"We understand the emotional overload of our counterparts with the Belarusian Foreign Ministry, but we recommend you not reject valuable friendly advice," MFA speaker Kateryna Zelenko said in response to an earlier statement by the press secretary of the Belarusian diplomacy.
Read alsoBelarus protests: defense minister warns of army use, Lukashenko shows resolve in propaganda video"The experience of the Ukrainian Revolution of Dignity teaches precisely that a failure to listen to the opinion of society and friends' advice, while paving a way forward with batons is the path leading nowhere," the official said.
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Zelenko also stressed that Belarus is a neighboring state, with which Ukraine has always strived for friendly relations, and wished it to adequately pass all tests it is facing, to strengthen its independence and democracy.
Zelensky's advice and Belarus' response
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in an interview with Euronews suggested that Belarus hold a revote in presidential elections.
In an emotional response, the Belarusian Foreign Ministry said the Ukrainian authorities should focus on internal issues rather than offer advice to neighbors.


unian--2020-08-24--Int'l legislators voice support for Ukraine on Independence Day

Ukraine `` must not be forgotten '' among issues competing for international attention , the statement stresses .
International parliamentarians , representatives of Europe , Canada and Australia , have issued a statement on Ukraine 's Independence Day , reiterating support for the country 's sovereignty and territorial integrity that `` continues to face military violation by the Russian Federation '' .
It is yet another nation on the European continent `` whose borders have been redrawn by force , '' reads the statement shared on Twitter by MP Stewart McDonald .
`` Russia 's illegal annexation of Crimea has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's citizens and continues to see the human rights of the local population , mostly of Crimean Tatars , violated on a daily basis , '' the statement says .
`` Despite Russia 's continued military and hybrid war against the people of Ukraine , the country has continued to pursue a path of democracy , Euro-Atlantic integration and further prosperity for its citizens .
This has been a hard path , but the right one , '' legislators note .
`` The international community must continue to stand by Ukraine , by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and for the right of the people to live peacefully , '' reads the statement .
`` We must continue to uphold economic and political sanctions on Russia for its war against the Ukrainian people . ''
Ukraine `` must not be forgotten '' among issues competing for international attention , the statement stresses .
Read alsoZelensky congratulates Ukrainians on National Flag Day ( Video ) '' On Ukraine 's Independence Day we reassert our friendship with the Ukrainian people and renew our efforts to support Ukraine and its allies to deliver peace @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
• The holiday was initially celebrated on July 16 , 1991 , as the first anniversary of the Declaration of State Sovereignty of Ukraine passed by the Verkhovna Rada , Ukraine 's parliament , in 1990 .
• Since the Declaration of Independence was issued on August 24 , 1991 , and confirmed by the referendum of December 1 , 1991 , the date of the holiday was changed .
• Ukraine 's Independence Day has been considered an official state holiday since 1992 .

Ukraine "must not be forgotten" among issues competing for international attention, the statement stresses.
International parliamentarians, representatives of Europe, Canada and Australia, have issued a statement on Ukraine's Independence Day, reiterating support for the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity that "continues to face military violation by the Russian Federation".
It is yet another nation on the European continent "whose borders have been redrawn by force," reads the statement shared on Twitter by MP Stewart McDonald.
🇺🇦 Parliamentarians from Europe, Canada and Australia assert our friendship and solidarity with the citizens of Ukraine on their 29th Independence Day. Peace will come. pic.twitter.com/bzyqZMT1yk — Stewart McDonald MP (@StewartMcDonald) August 24, 2020
"Russia's illegal annexation of Crimea has brought economic hardship to the autonomous republic's citizens and continues to see the human rights of the local population, mostly of Crimean Tatars, violated on a daily basis," the statement says.
"Despite Russia's continued military and hybrid war against the people of Ukraine, the country has continued to pursue a path of democracy, Euro-Atlantic integration and further prosperity for its citizens. This has been a hard path, but the right one," legislators note.
"The international community must continue to stand by Ukraine, by recognising its independence, its territorial integrity and for the right of the people to live peacefully," reads the statement. "We must continue to uphold economic and political sanctions on Russia for its war against the Ukrainian people."
Ukraine "must not be forgotten" among issues competing for international attention, the statement stresses.
Read alsoZelensky congratulates Ukrainians on National Flag Day (Video)"On Ukraine's Independence Day we reassert our friendship with the Ukrainian people and renew our efforts to support Ukraine and its allies to deliver peace within its borders," legislators concluded.
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unian--2020-08-25--Two Ukrainian soldiers injured in booby-trap blast in Donbas

The injured were rushed to a hospital , where they were being provided with the necessary medical assistance .
Two Ukrainian soldiers were injured in a booby-trap blast in Donbas , eastern Ukraine , on Tuesday , August 25 .
`` Today , August 25 , while moving between platoon strongpoints , two members of the Joint Forces were blown up on an unknown explosive device , '' the press center of Ukraine 's Joint Forces Operation Command said on Facebook .
Read alsoDonbas truce : Ukraine reports one ceasefire violation by enemy forces on Aug 24The injured were rushed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being provided with the necessary medical assistance .
Currently , their state of health is satisfactory .
The leadership of a brigade and military law enforcers are working on the scene .
All the circumstances of the incident are being clarified , it said .
• Participants in the Trilateral Contact Group ( Ukraine , Russia , and the OSCE ) on the peace settlement in Donbas on July 22 agreed on a full and comprehensive ceasefire along the contact line from 00:01 on Monday , July 27 .
• The new ceasefire @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on July 27 .
• On the very first day of the newly-agreed truce , Russia 's hybrid military forces mounted three attacks on Ukrainian positions in Donbas , eastern Ukraine .

The injured were rushed to a hospital, where they were being provided with the necessary medical assistance.
Two Ukrainian soldiers were injured in a booby-trap blast in Donbas, eastern Ukraine, on Tuesday, August 25.
"Today, August 25, while moving between platoon strongpoints, two members of the Joint Forces were blown up on an unknown explosive device," the press center of Ukraine's Joint Forces Operation Command said on Facebook.
Read alsoDonbas truce: Ukraine reports one ceasefire violation by enemy forces on Aug 24The injured were rushed to a hospital, where they were being provided with the necessary medical assistance. Currently, their state of health is satisfactory.
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The leadership of a brigade and military law enforcers are working on the scene. All the circumstances of the incident are being clarified, it said.
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unian--2020-08-25--Quarantine in Ukraine may be extended until November

The government is developing regulations for a 30-day ban on entry to Ukraine for foreigners from the red zone countries .
The adaptive quarantine in Ukraine may be extended until November , given the dynamics of the incidence of COVID-19 cases .
`` But the quarantine should remain adaptive and not burdensome for entrepreneurs .
Small and medium-sized businesses should be able to properly organize their work in new conditions , '' Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said at a regular conference call on preventing the spread of COVID-19 , according to the presidential press service .
Read alsoUkraine reports over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ addition , the government is developing regulations for a 30-day ban on entry to Ukraine for foreigners from the red zone countries .
At the same time , the ban will not apply to transit transport and humanitarian missions .
• The adaptive quarantine was introduced on August 1 .
Ukrainian regions were split into the red , green , orange zones depending on hospital load , the average number of PCR and ELISA tests , the ascertainment rate of COVID-19 , and daily spread dynamics .
• Quarantine-related curbs differ in each @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the green zone , the regions included in the red zone have to introduce the toughest restrictive measures .
• On August 12 , the Cabinet of Ministers , Ukraine 's government , decided to combine two indicators by which the incidence of COVID-19 cases in the regions is determined and quarantine zones are established .

The government is developing regulations for a 30-day ban on entry to Ukraine for foreigners from the red zone countries.
The adaptive quarantine in Ukraine may be extended until November, given the dynamics of the incidence of COVID-19 cases.
"But the quarantine should remain adaptive and not burdensome for entrepreneurs. Small and medium-sized businesses should be able to properly organize their work in new conditions," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said at a regular conference call on preventing the spread of COVID-19, according to the presidential press service.
Read alsoUkraine reports over 1,600 new COVID-19 cases on Aug 25In addition, the government is developing regulations for a 30-day ban on entry to Ukraine for foreigners from the red zone countries. At the same time, the ban will not apply to transit transport and humanitarian missions.
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unian--2020-08-25--Ukraine anti-trust watchdog to step up fuel market monitoring over Belarus

Market participants have been warned against creating an artificial shortage of fuel , unjustified increase in wholesale and retail prices , etc .
The Anti-Monopoly Committee of Ukraine ( AMCU ) says it will strengthen monitoring of the country 's market for petroleum products over a possible reduction in fuel supplies from Belarus .
Read alsoUkraine gas stations raise gasoline , diesel pricesThe Committee has warned market participants against engaging in any anti-competitive practices that could affect the resources and price situation on the market , according to an AMCU 's statement released on September 21 .
In particular , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an artificial shortage of fuel , unjustified increase in wholesale and retail prices , creating barriers to access to seaports ' infrastructure related to transshipment of petroleum products .
`` In case of violations of the legislation on protection of economic competition , the Committee will respond in line with the current legislation , '' the AMCU said .
• On August 9 , presidential elections were held in Belarus .
The country 's Central Election Commission announced the final election results .
In particular , 80.1 % of voters supported incumbent President @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Svetlana Tikhanovskaya , 1.67 % for Anna Kanopatskaya , 1.2 % for Andrey Dmitriev , and 1.14 % for Sergei Cherechnya .
Some 4.59 % voted against all candidates .
• Thousands of residents of Belarus took to the streets to protest what they believe is a rigged vote count .
Riot police violently cracked down on protesters .
• Belarus ' Ministry of Internal Affairs said about 7,000 protesters had been detained in different cities since August 9 .
On the evening of August 13 , the authorities started to release detainees @ @ @ @ @ @ @ European Union announced it did not recognize the outcome of the presidential elections in Belarus and on August 19 leaders reportedly agreed on sanctions to be introduced over election rigging and violence against protesters .
• The March of Freedom , the largest protest in the history of Belarus , took place on August 16 in Minsk .
Hundreds of thousands of people joined in .
• On August 20 , the Prosecutor General 's Office opened a criminal probe into the attempt by the opposition to `` seize power . ''
• @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' in the election and the external efforts to foment protests .
He spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin who had promised him comprehensive assistance upon request .
• Belarusian Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin has warned of the possible use of army to disperse protesters rallying under the flags he claims were once used by Nazi troops .
• Within three days , namely on August 9-12 , the Belarusian economy saw US $ 170 million in losses .
• Major industrial enterprises , including Minsk Automobile Plant ( MAZ ) , Minsk @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , MZKT , and JSC Belaruskali , were shut down as of August 25 , 2020 .

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unian--2020-08-25--Ukraine's health minister: Over 7,300 children, 10,600 healthcare workers contract COVID-19

In the past day , 1,658 people tested positive for the coronavirus , including 95 children and 73 healthcare workers @ @ @ @ @ Stepanov says 7,362 children and 10,614 healthcare workers have contracted the coronavirus ( COVID-19 ) @ @ @ @ @ pandemic .
Read alsoHealth minister lists top Ukrainian regions in lead by new COVID-19 cases @ @ @ @ @ , 1,658 people tested positive for the coronavirus , including 95 children and 73 healthcare @ @ @ @ @ patients were hospitalized .
There were 25 deaths and 346 recoveries , '' he said @ @ @ @ @ 25 , as reported by the Health Ministry on Facebook .
The overall death toll @ @ @ @ @ many as 52,870 patients have already recovered .
Ukraine said 1,658 new active COVID-19 cases @ @ @ @ @ country in the past 24 hours as of August 25 , 2020 .
The total @ @ @ @ @ to 108,415 .

In the past day, 1,658 people tested positive for the coronavirus, including 95 children and 73 healthcare workers.
Ukrainian Health Minister Maksym Stepanov says 7,362 children and 10,614 healthcare workers have contracted the coronavirus (COVID-19) since the start of the pandemic.
Read alsoHealth minister lists top Ukrainian regions in lead by new COVID-19 cases"In the past day, 1,658 people tested positive for the coronavirus, including 95 children and 73 healthcare workers. Some 296 new patients were hospitalized. There were 25 deaths and 346 recoveries," he said at a briefing on August 25, as reported by the Health Ministry on Facebook.
The overall death toll is 2,318 people.
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Ukraine said 1,658 new active COVID-19 cases had been confirmed across the country in the past 24 hours as of August 25, 2020.
The total number of confirmed cases grew to 108,415.


unian--2020-08-25--Ukraine's Rada votes to raise minimum wage from Sept 1

The relevant bill was backed by 295 MPs with the required minimum of 226 votes .
The Verkhovna Rada , Ukraine 's parliament , has passed in the second reading and as a whole bill No .
3963 initiated by President Volodymyr Zelensky to increase the minimum wage to UAH 5,000 ( US $ 182.55 ) from September 1 , 2020 .
Read alsoCabinet promises .
GDP , forex rate , and wages outlook for next three yearsThe relevant document was backed by 295 MPs with the required minimum of 226 votes , an UNIAN correspondent reported on August 25 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the bill , it provides for a gradual increase in the minimum wage to improve the quality of life of citizens by raising the income of the economically active population .
Additional labor costs are proposed to be provided by UAH 3.5 billion ( US $ 127.8 million ) in cost savings under the Public Debt Service budget program received , in particular , due to the deviation of the actual exchange rate of the hryvnia , Ukraine 's national currency , against foreign currencies , compared to the forecast rate .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the minimum wage , it is envisaged to increase the target tax revenue by UAH 541.3 million [ US $ 19.8 million ] , including from individual income tax - by UAH 461.3 million [ US $ 16.8 million ] , and value added tax from goods produced in Ukraine ( works , services ) taking into account budgetary compensation worth UAH 80 million [ US $ 2.9 million ] , '' the explanatory note said .
• On August 6 , Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky initiated changes to the national budget @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 5,000 from September 1 , 2020 .
• The minimum wage in Ukraine from January 1 , 2020 , increased by UAH 550 ( US $ 20.08 ) , to UAH 4,723 ( US $ 172 ) per month , or UAH 28.31 ( US $ 1.03 ) per hour .

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unian--2020-08-25--Tymoshenko who tested positive for coronavirus in serious condition – media

The politician is on a ventilator .
Leader of the Batkivshchyna Party , Ukrainian MP Yulia Tymoshenko , who tested @ @ @ @ @ , is in a serious condition .
The politician is on a ventilator , the @ @ @ @ @ with reference to its own sources .
Read alsoUkraine reports over 1,600 new COVID-19 cases @ @ @ @ @ does not drop below 39 [ Celsius ] , it said .
Her daughter Eugenia @ @ @ @ @ Arthur Chechetkin , who also contracted the coronavirus , have mild cases .
On August @ @ @ @ @ secretary said the leader of the Batkivshchyna Party had tested positive for COVID-19 .
Tymoshenko @ @ @ @ @ well as Eugenia 's husband Arthur Chechetkin , also fell ill , according to media @ @

The politician is on a ventilator.
Leader of the Batkivshchyna Party, Ukrainian MP Yulia Tymoshenko, who tested positive for the novel coronavirus, is in a serious condition.
The politician is on a ventilator, the RBC Ukraine news agency reports with reference to its own sources.
Read alsoUkraine reports over 1,600 new COVID-19 cases on Aug 25Tymoshenko's temperature does not drop below 39 [Celsius], it said.
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Her daughter Eugenia, as well as son-in-law Arthur Chechetkin, who also contracted the coronavirus, have mild cases.
Tymoshenko contracted COVID-19
On August 23, Tymoshenko's press secretary said the leader of the Batkivshchyna Party had tested positive for COVID-19.
Tymoshenko's daughter Eugenia, as well as Eugenia's husband Arthur Chechetkin, also fell ill, according to media reports.


unian--2020-08-25--Ukraine reports six new COVID-19 cases in armed forces as of Aug 25

Some 947 servicemen are now isolated ( including self-isolation ) .
The number of COVID-19 coronavirus cases registered in the Armed Forces of Ukraine rose by six as of the morning of August 25 .
`` As of 10:00 Kyiv time on August 25 , some 610 people in the Armed Forces of Ukraine had acute respiratory illness COVID-19 caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus .
In total , 888 people have recovered and six have died during the pandemic , '' the press service of the Medical Force Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine wrote on Facebook on August @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were registered in the past 24 hours . ''
Read alsoHealth minister lists top Ukrainian regions in lead by new COVID-19 casesOf those newly-infected , one person has been hospitalized , while another five are self-isolating , undergoing treatment at home under doctors ' supervision .
Currently , their state of health is satisfactory .
Some 947 servicemen are now isolated ( including self-isolation ) .
The number of those whose isolation term is expiring in the next three days is 207 people .
Ukraine said 1,658 new active COVID-19 cases had been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 24 hours as of August 25 , 2020 .
The total number of confirmed cases grew to 108,415 .

Some 947 servicemen are now isolated (including self-isolation).
The number of COVID-19 coronavirus cases registered in the Armed Forces of Ukraine rose by six as of the morning of August 25.
"As of 10:00 Kyiv time on August 25, some 610 people in the Armed Forces of Ukraine had acute respiratory illness COVID-19 caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. In total, 888 people have recovered and six have died during the pandemic," the press service of the Medical Force Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine wrote on Facebook on August 25. "Six new COVID-19 cases were registered in the past 24 hours."
Read alsoHealth minister lists top Ukrainian regions in lead by new COVID-19 casesOf those newly-infected, one person has been hospitalized, while another five are self-isolating, undergoing treatment at home under doctors' supervision. Currently, their state of health is satisfactory.
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Some 947 servicemen are now isolated (including self-isolation). The number of those whose isolation term is expiring in the next three days is 207 people.
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Ukraine said 1,658 new active COVID-19 cases had been confirmed across the country in the past 24 hours as of August 25, 2020.
The total number of confirmed cases grew to 108,415.


unian--2020-08-25--EU condemns suspected poisoning of Russian opposition leader Navalny

Those responsible must be held to account , Borrell said .
The European Union strongly condemns the suspected poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny .
`` The European Union strongly condemns what seems to be an attempt on Mr. Navalny 's life , '' High Representative/Vice-President Josep Borrell said in a statement on August 24 , 2020 .
Read alsoNavalny `` poisoned '' , German clinic confirms '' It is imperative that the Russian authorities initiate an independent and transparent investigation on the poisoning of Mr. Navalny without delay .
The Russian people , as well as the international @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr. Navalny 's poisoning .
Those responsible must be held to account , '' reads the report .
• Navalny felt sick on board the plane he was flying to the city of Tomsk .
His rapidly deteriorating condition forced the captain to perform an emergency landing in Omsk .
• Navalny 's press secretary assumed the politician had been poisoned and that the poison had been laced into his tea .
• Navalny was evacuated from Omsk and brought to Germany on an ambulance aircraft for further medical treatment on Saturday , @ @ @

Those responsible must be held to account, Borrell said.
The European Union strongly condemns the suspected poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
"The European Union strongly condemns what seems to be an attempt on Mr. Navalny's life," High Representative/Vice-President Josep Borrell said in a statement on August 24, 2020.
Read alsoNavalny "poisoned", German clinic confirms"It is imperative that the Russian authorities initiate an independent and transparent investigation on the poisoning of Mr. Navalny without delay. The Russian people, as well as the international community, are demanding the facts behind Mr. Navalny's poisoning. Those responsible must be held to account," reads the report.
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unian--2020-08-25--Kyiv mayor reports 130 new COVID-19 cases, two fatalities in past day

The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases has reached 12,153 .
Kyiv Mayor Vitaliy Klitschko has said the number of confirmed coronavirus ( COVID-19 ) cases in the city rose by 130 in the past day .
Read alsoHealth minister lists top Ukrainian regions in lead by new COVID-19 cases '' In the past day , another 130 residents of Kyiv tested positive for coronavirus .
There were two fatalities , '' Klitschko wrote on Telegram on August 25 .
`` As of today , the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the city is 12,153 . ''
According @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 75 , and 50 men aged 18 to 81 among those infected .
Two girls ( from six to 14 years old ) and six boys ( from eight to 17 years old ) have tested positive .
Klitschko said 23 new patients had been hospitalized , while the rest were self-isolating , undergoing treatment at home under medical supervision .
Twenty-seven people recovered from the disease in the past day , he said .
In total , 3,853 Kyiv residents have already recovered .
The highest number of the new cases @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 24 ) , Desniansky and Dniprovsky districts ( 20 each ) , as well as Danytsky and Sviatoshynsky districts ( 15 each ) .
• The adaptive quarantine was introduced on August 1 .
Ukrainian regions were split into the red , green , orange , and yellow zones depending on hospital load , the average number of PCR and ELISA tests , the ascertainment rate of COVID-19 , and daily spread dynamics .
• Quarantine-related curbs differ in each zone .
The mildest ones are in the green zone , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to introduce the toughest restrictive measures .
• Updated quarantine zoning became effective in Ukraine on August 17 .
Kyiv was included in the yellow zone .
• In Ukrainian schools within the `` orange quarantine zone '' , teachers will be wearing protective face shields in class .

The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases has reached 12,153.
Kyiv Mayor Vitaliy Klitschko has said the number of confirmed coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in the city rose by 130 in the past day.
Read alsoHealth minister lists top Ukrainian regions in lead by new COVID-19 cases"In the past day, another 130 residents of Kyiv tested positive for coronavirus. There were two fatalities," Klitschko wrote on Telegram on August 25. "As of today, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the city is 12,153."
According to Klitschko, 72 women aged 19 to 75, and 50 men aged 18 to 81 among those infected.
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Two girls (from six to 14 years old) and six boys (from eight to 17 years old) have tested positive.
Klitschko said 23 new patients had been hospitalized, while the rest were self-isolating, undergoing treatment at home under medical supervision.
Twenty-seven people recovered from the disease in the past day, he said.
In total, 3,853 Kyiv residents have already recovered.
The highest number of the new cases in Kyiv was registered in Obolonsky district (24), Desniansky and Dniprovsky districts (20 each), as well as Danytsky and Sviatoshynsky districts (15 each).
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unian--2020-08-25--Zelensky restarts Ukraine NOW brand

Zelensky restarts Ukraine NOW brand

In a video address , Zelensky presents modern , young , peaceful and hospitable Ukraine to the world .
On Ukraine 's Independence Day , President Volodymyr Zelensky launched a large-scale information campaign to restart the Ukraine NOW brand .
The president recorded an English-language video address to the world community , in which he talks about the new Ukrainian reality , according to the president 's press service .
Read alsoUkraine Independence Day : Zelensky vows to hold parade upon regaining all Ukrainian territories ( Photo , video ) In particular , Ukraine is no longer a country of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ called earlier .
According to the president , now Ukraine is a new technological center of the world , a breadbasket of Europe with the most fertile lands , with a huge tourist and investment potential .
In the video address , Zelensky presents modern , young , peaceful and hospitable Ukraine to the world .
`` Hurry up .
The biggest country in Europe is the next big thing .
Ukraine now is something we can do and benefit together .
The whole world can prosper with Ukraine now , '' the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ campaign to restart the Ukraine NOW brand , world-class stars will also record their video appeals to the international community .
Film director David Lynch , Kadebostany and many others will share their impressions of Ukraine .
The Ukraine NOW brand campaign will show the world new Ukraine with a dynamic economy and progressive business , which is able to offer many interesting opportunities .

In a video address, Zelensky presents modern, young, peaceful and hospitable Ukraine to the world.
On Ukraine's Independence Day, President Volodymyr Zelensky launched a large-scale information campaign to restart the Ukraine NOW brand.
The president recorded an English-language video address to the world community, in which he talks about the new Ukrainian reality, according to the president's press service.
Read alsoUkraine Independence Day: Zelensky vows to hold parade upon regaining all Ukrainian territories (Photo, video)In particular, Ukraine is no longer a country of poverty and corruption, as it was called earlier. According to the president, now Ukraine is a new technological center of the world, a breadbasket of Europe with the most fertile lands, with a huge tourist and investment potential.
"Ukraine is where you can still make real discoveries. Ukraine is a frontier where new things are happening," he said.
In the video address, Zelensky presents modern, young, peaceful and hospitable Ukraine to the world.
"Hurry up. The biggest country in Europe is the next big thing. Ukraine now is something we can do and benefit together. The whole world can prosper with Ukraine now," the president said.
As part of the campaign to restart the Ukraine NOW brand, world-class stars will also record their video appeals to the international community. Film director David Lynch, Kadebostany and many others will share their impressions of Ukraine.
The Ukraine NOW brand campaign will show the world new Ukraine with a dynamic economy and progressive business, which is able to offer many interesting opportunities.


unian--2020-08-25--Health minister lists top Ukrainian regions in lead by new COVID-19 cases

In total , 13,326 tests were conducted in the country in the past day .
Ukrainian Health Minister Maksym Stepanov has listed the regions that are in the lead by the number of new COVID-19 cases confirmed in the past day .
`` Speaking per each region , the highest number of confirmed cases in the past 24 hours was registered in Chernivtsi region ( 204 cases ) , Ivano-Frankivsk region ( 179 ) , Kharkiv region ( 173 ) , Ternopil region ( 158 ) , Lviv region ( 136 ) , the city of Kyiv ( 130 ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , '' he said at a briefing on August 14 , as reported by the Health Ministry on Facebook .
Read alsoNumber of COVID-19 cases confirmed worldwide exceeds 23.6 mlnIn total , 13,326 tests were conducted in the country in the past day .
In particular , there were 10,855 tests done with the use of the polymerase chain reaction ( PCR ) method and 2,571 with the application of the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay ( ELISA ) method .
• Ukraine said 1,658 new active COVID-19 cases had been confirmed across the country @ @ @ @ @ @ @ August 25 , 2020 .
• The total number of confirmed cases grew to 108,415 .

In total, 13,326 tests were conducted in the country in the past day.
Ukrainian Health Minister Maksym Stepanov has listed the regions that are in the lead by the number of new COVID-19 cases confirmed in the past day.
"Speaking per each region, the highest number of confirmed cases in the past 24 hours was registered in Chernivtsi region (204 cases), Ivano-Frankivsk region (179), Kharkiv region (173), Ternopil region (158), Lviv region (136), the city of Kyiv (130), and Odesa region (112)," he said at a briefing on August 25, as reported by the Health Ministry on Facebook.
Read alsoNumber of COVID-19 cases confirmed worldwide exceeds 23.6 mlnIn total, 13,326 tests were conducted in the country in the past day. In particular, there were 10,855 tests done with the use of the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method and 2,571 with the application of the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) method.
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