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Ukraine-Russia War: Live Updates — August 25, 2026

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 4 updates Last updated 06:17 UTC
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Coalition of the Willing prioritizes Ukraine air defenses after Kyiv meetings

UK PM Andy Burnham, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the Coalition of the Willing will treat stronger Ukrainian air defenses as an urgent priority. The 34-country group also pledged more pressure on Russia's war financing, including action against the shadow fleet.
BBC
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EU releases €6.1bn in military aid focused on Ukraine air defenses

The European Union said it released €6.1bn in military assistance for Ukraine, part of a wider €90bn loan package. The funding is aimed at boosting air defenses after recent Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure.
BBC
06:17 UTC

Peskov says UK is "adding fuel" after SCALP blueprint transfer

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Britain is involved in the war on Kyiv's side and that sharing SCALP missile production technology blocks progress toward peace. He said Russian forces are working to locate and strike missile production sites in Ukraine.
BBC / Kremlin
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UK PM Burnham visits Kyiv, offers SCALP missile blueprints despite Russian threats

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham visited Kyiv for Ukraine Independence Day events and said London would share SCALP cruise missile blueprints so Ukraine can assemble the weapons locally. Burnham said allies must keep pressure on Russia after Kremlin warnings of consequences over UK military support.
BBC