The President of Ukraine has signed a law banning the activities of religious organizations affiliated with Russia. The law will come into force in 30 days, and UOC-MP communities will have 9 months to break ties with the Russian Orthodox Church.
In the Voronezh region of Russia, about 200 people were evacuated after a strike on an ammunition depot, and detonations continue.
The White House believes that it is too early to assess the situation in the Kursk region, but sees that Russia has redeployed resources to counter Ukrainian actions.
Over the last day, 149 combat engagements took place, almost a third of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled numerous enemy attacks in various sectors and continue operations in the Kursk sector.
The President of Ukraine said that Ukrainian Orthodoxy is taking a step toward liberation from Moscow's influence. Zelenskyy thanked everyone who helps the military and the state and emphasized the importance of different dimensions of independence.
On the night of August 24, Russian Tu-22M3s fired 4 X-22 cruise missiles at the area of Zmeinyi Island. The enemy also struck Kherson region with bombs. On August 23, air defense destroyed 7 enemy UAVs.
Andrzej Duda visited Kyiv to take part in the celebrations on the occasion of the 33rd anniversary of Ukraine's independence. The Polish president's office announced the visit and published a video of his arrival.
In his Independence Day address, President Zelensky emphasized that those who want to sow evil in Ukraine will reap its fruits on their own territory.
The President of Ukraine recorded a video address on Independence Day in Sumy region. Zelenskyy emphasized the just retribution against the enemy and the invincibility of the Ukrainian people.
The United States welcomes diplomatic efforts by other countries to end the war in Ukraine, but emphasizes the need for consultations with the Ukrainian side. The White House believes that if the Indian prime minister's visit to Kyiv can help end the war, which is in line with Zelenskyy's vision, it would be helpful.
Agrarians harvested 28. 59 million tons of grain and 3.42 million tons of oilseeds on an area of 8,040.3 thousand hectares. Odesa region is the leader in grain harvesting, while Khmelnytsky region has the highest yield.
Podolyak emphasized the importance of Indian Prime Minister Modi's visit to Kyiv, as New Delhi has influence on Moscow. He emphasized the need to explain to such countries the correct end of the war.
Five civilians were wounded in the Dniprovsky district of Kherson as a result of Russian shelling and drone attacks. Among the victims are men and women of all ages who sustained mine-blast and traumatic brain injuries.
Pavlo Bortnikov is appointed Deputy Minister of Veterans Affairs for Digitalization. Mykhailo Titarchuk is dismissed as Deputy Head of the State Tax Service of Ukraine.
Dmytro Pidruchnyi won a gold medal and Artem Tyshchenko won a silver medal in the men's super sprint at the 2024 Biathlon World Championships. The Ukrainians showed the best results in the final of the 7.5-kilometer race.
Since December 2020, 38,739 loans worth UAH 123. 4 billion have been issued in Ukraine with state guarantees for SMEs. As of August 1, 2024, 29 banks were servicing 19,845 loans worth UAH 68.4 billion.
In Cherkasy district, the wreckage of an additional rocket was found after a nighttime shelling. The infrastructure was not damaged, and more detailed information was obtained after further inspection of the area.
Jake Sullivan is planning a meeting with Wang Yi to reportedly prepare for a summit between Biden and Xi Jinping. The visit will take place against the backdrop of a tough stance on China by both US parties before the election.
At least seven explosions are reported in Mariupol. Mayor's advisor Andriushchenko denies the information about the air defense system, claiming that the Russians are trying to spread false information.
The acting Minister of Agrarian Policy of Ukraine noted the potential of African markets for the Ukrainian agricultural sector. The parties discussed exports and opportunities for technological partnership with African countries.
A riot broke out in penal colony #19 in the Volgograd region of Russia. Prisoners claiming to be members of ISIS took hostages, killed one FSIN officer and wounded several others.
There is a lot of activity in Mariupol. Occupation sources in social media report on the work of air defense in the city.
President Zelenskyy met with Indian Prime Minister Modi in Kyiv. The leaders honored the memory of children who died as a result of Russian aggression.
On August 21, a 41-year-old woman died as a result of Russian shelling of Kozacha Lopan. Rescuers removed the body from the rubble, and the search for another possible victim continues.
In Kherson region, a Russian drone dropped explosives on a car in Stanislav. The 47-year-old man suffered blast injuries and contusion and was treated on the spot.
The Russian occupiers launched a missile attack on Kozacha Lopan in Kharkiv region at 7:30 am. The attack destroyed two private houses and several outbuildings, and there is no information on casualties.
Satellite images showing the aftermath of the attack at the Kavkaz port were released. The images show a destroyed ferry, damaged ships and infrastructure, and traces of fire.
The Ukrainian Air Force reported successful air defense operations in Poltava region. An enemy reconnaissance UAV was shot down.
In Kyiv region, rescuers used a drone to find a 12-year-old boy who was stuck in a swamp. The child, who had been there for more than three hours, was rescued and handed over to doctors.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Kyiv. This is the first visit of the Indian prime minister to Ukraine, six weeks after his visit to Russia.
