Antonina Tumanova
Explosions were heard in Odesa amid an air raid alert. The Air Force warned of a threat of ballistic missile attacks from the south and missiles moving toward the city.
The EU countries promised to speed up the supply of military aid to Ukraine, including air defense systems. They also discussed lifting restrictions on strikes on targets in Russia and Ukraine's path to EU membership.
Ukrainian swimmer Anton Kol won a silver medal in the 100-meter backstroke in the S1 class at the 2024 Paralympics. This is Kohl's third consecutive medal in this event at the Paralympics and the fifth overall in his career.
10 communities in Kyiv region have received new school buses made in Ukraine. A total of 41 buses have been purchased, and the remaining 31 communities will receive them in September as part of the Made in Ukraine program.
Ukrenergo announces scheduled power outages in Ukraine on August 30. From 18:00 to 21:00, there will be three rounds of outages, and during other periods - one or two rounds. Changes in the scope of restrictions are possible.
Russian aviation struck a sports complex in the village of Zaoleshenka with a guided high-explosive aerial bomb. The building, built under the Gazprom for Children program, was completely destroyed during fighting with Ukrainian troops.
An F-16 fighter jet crashed on Monday, likely due to pilot error rather than enemy fire. The incident occurred during a massive Russian missile attack on Ukraine.
The creation of a new “volunteer unit” called “Sarmat” has been announced in the occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia region. The Center for National Resistance reports that this is a fake, as there are no people willing to serve the occupiers.
Over the last day, 98 combat engagements took place along the frontline. The most active fighting was in the Pokrovsk sector, where the enemy made 23 attempts to storm Ukrainian positions.
In the occupied territories, they plan to change the curriculum by adding propaganda poems about the “special operation. ” This is part of the policy of changing the self-identification of Ukrainians, which is a sign of genocide.
The President of Ukraine discussed the situation at the front with the military leadership. Separately, a closed meeting was held, probably on the development and production of Ukrainian long-range weapons.
In the temporarily occupied territories of southern Ukraine, Russians are forcing farmers to sell grain at low prices. The occupiers control farmers through a system of fines and subsidies.
A 29-year-old Pole was detained on suspicion of murdering a 27-year-old Ukrainian in a hostel in Zombki. The court imposed on the suspect a three-month pre-trial restraint in the form of detention.
Jake Sullivan held talks with the Chinese leader in Beijing. The parties discussed the war in Ukraine and the situation in the South China Sea. In addition, the White House said that a call between President Biden and President Xi is planned in the coming weeks.
The Ministry of Justice of the Russian Federation included the George Clooney Foundation in the register of “undesirable” organizations. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs banned 92 US citizens, including officials, journalists and representatives of the military-industrial complex, in response to Biden's “Russophobic course.
Air alerts have been issued in several regions of Ukraine. The air force warned of a missile headed for Kyiv region, but monitoring channels did not detect it. Ukrainians are urged to stay in shelters.
The President of Ukraine called on his partners to more actively counter Russian terror. Zelenskyy emphasized that lifting restrictions on long-range strikes would help end the war more quickly and fairly.
The President of Ukraine held a meeting on preparations for the new school year. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of offline learning and the maximum number of open schools where possible.
The President of Ukraine received information about the difficult situation in the Pokrovsk sector, where the main Russian forces are concentrated. He was also briefed on the operation in Kursk region and the increase in the territory under control.
President Zelenskyy heard a report from the Minister of Energy on the recovery from Russian strikes. He thanked repair crews and utilities for their work to reduce the electricity shortage.
The President of Ukraine had a phone conversation with the Prime Minister of Israel. They discussed the situation in the region, support for Ukraine's sovereignty and Israel's participation in the Peace Summit.
The IMF will hold a meeting with Ukrainian officials to review the budget forecast. The goal is to decide on the allocation of the next tranche of $1.1bn from the $15.6bn bailout program.
On August 29, electricity consumption restrictions will be in effect throughout the day. From 15:00 to 22:00, three lines are expected to be disconnected simultaneously, and two lines at other times.
A Russian airstrike on Kupyansk injured 14 people, including three police officers. Residential buildings, administrative buildings, shops and other civilian infrastructure were damaged.
A Russian air strike on Kupyansk injured 11 people, including two police officers. A hotel, residential buildings, shops and other civilian infrastructure were damaged.
The Prague prosecutor's office has accused the Help Ukraine Foundation of fraud with subsidies for the integration of Ukrainian refugees. The founder of the foundation is suspected of misappropriating the funds and buying real estate with the money.
Ukrenergo announces round-the-clock restrictions on electricity consumption on August 29. The restriction schedules are available on the websites and social media of the regional power companies, and the power supply to critical infrastructure facilities is not limited.
Over the last day, 125 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector - 34 attacks. Occupants are also active in the Kupyansk and Kurakhove directions, launching air strikes on the border areas of Sumy region.
The President of Ukraine discussed church challenges with the delegation of the Ecumenical Patriarchate. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of stability and peace in the church issue.
The SBU collected evidence against three Kyiv agitators who justified Russian aggression. Among them are a teacher, a taxi driver and a former cleric of the UOC (MP) who fled to Moscow.