The Russian government until December 31, 2020 extended the rules for the destruction of sanctions products. The relevant resolution is published on the official portal of legal information.

In 2020, for the first time in 28 years, the Russian Navy (Navy) will receive six submarines at once from the shipbuilding industry, including four nuclear submarines.

Member of the Federation Council Committee on Foreign Affairs, Crimean region Senator Sergei Tsekov suggested that the Ukrainian authorities develop a plan for the phased recognition of Crimea as part of Russia.

Jonathan Cohen, speaking at an emergency meeting of the World Security Council on missile tests conducted by Washington, said the White House was forced to take action to counter the growing threats from the Russian Federation and China.

The exchange of held persons between Russia and Ukraine is scheduled for August 28–29, RIA Novosti reports.