On August 30, Andriy Parubiy, ex-Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, was killed in Lviv. The former speaker was shot by an unidentified perpetrator who then fled the scene. Police are considering various leads, including a possible Russian connection. Seven or eight shell casings were found. The suspect was disguised as a courier on an e-bike. An interception plan has been initiated, but no suspects have been detained yet.
The European Solidarity party, with which Parubiy was affiliated, links the murder to his pro-Ukrainian stance. Police are investigating all versions and the leak of possible crime scene video.
Meanwhile, Donald Trump reappeared publicly after days of silence, prompting active discussion in US and European media about his potential war policy regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Western countries are trying to influence the situation, but, as media suggest, are reluctant to take decisive action to stop the war themselves.
On the night of August 30, Ukrainian Intelligence launched an attack on an underground explosives depot at the Aleksinsky chemical plant in Russia’s Tula region. Military officials say this continues efforts to disrupt Russia’s defense industry.
Ukrainian Intelligence head Kyrylo Budanov warns of a major Russian information-psychological operation timed with the “Zapad 2025” military drill in Belarus (September 12–16), primarily targeting the Baltic states and Ukraine’s stability.
Western media covers tensions between the US and EU over Ukraine support. The White House is pushing for tougher sanctions on Russia, while European governments expect the US to bear more costs. Discussions include the option of involving private military companies to defend US interests in Ukraine.
European countries remain cautious about deploying troops or EU instructors to Ukraine due to lack of consensus—Hungary opposes. Germany considers reinstating mandatory military service for women amid the current security situation. Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities are causing substantial losses for the Russian oil and gas sector.
The update concludes with a call to follow Valeriy Klochok’s Telegram channel for prompt news and military support reports.
