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Ukraine Celebrates Independence Amid Conflict and Diplomacy
8/25/2025
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- Ukraine marked its 34th Independence Day, with President Zelenskyy highlighting resilience and aspirations for reclaiming occupied areas.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney visited Kyiv to discuss military aid and security guarantees with Zelenskyy amid the conflict.
- Russia and Ukraine conducted a prisoner exchange involving 146 individuals.
- A fire occurred at the Kursk nuclear plant after a drone incident, with the UN's nuclear watchdog aware but unable to confirm independently.
