Julia Shramko
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi congratulated military intelligence officers on their professional holiday. He thanked them for important information, inflicting losses on the enemy and protecting Ukraine's interests.
On the night of September 7, 2024, Ukraine repelled a large-scale attack by Russian Shahed drones. Of the 67 drones detected, 58 were shot down, 6 left the airspace, and 3 were lost locally.
Kyiv region was subjected to an 8-hour drone attack. Air defense systems hit targets, damaging three private houses, but no critical infrastructure was damaged. There were no casualties.
Since July 1, Ukraine has exported 7. 525 million tons of grain, up 54% year-on-year. The largest exports were of wheat - 4.032 million tons, corn - 2.356 million tons, and barley - 1.106 million tons.
Prosecutors are checking the video of the shooting of a captured Ukrainian by the Russian military. Prosecutor General Kostin announced a thorough investigation of each case of violation of international humanitarian law by the aggressor.
Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin announced an investigation into the possible execution of 73 Ukrainian prisoners of war by the Russian military. He emphasized that each fact is being thoroughly investigated and promised punishment for all war criminals.
Law enforcers have launched an investigation into the possible shooting of three Ukrainian prisoners of war in the Pokrovsk district of Donetsk region. Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin emphasized that every war criminal will be punished.
The number of casualties in Lyubotyn increased to 5. The enemy continues shelling Kharkiv region, damaging civilian infrastructure and forcing the evacuation of the population from the frontline areas.
Three people were injured in Kherson and the region as a result of Russian drone attacks. The enemy dropped explosives on a minibus in Dniprovsky district, attacked a local resident in Kindiyka and shelled Komyshany.
Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhiy Tykhyi called on the world to condemn Russia's war crime after a video of the killing of Ukrainian soldiers surrendering to Russia appeared. He called it part of Russia's systematic violations of humanitarian law.
Dmytro Lubinets announced the appearance of a video of the alleged execution of a Ukrainian prisoner of war by the occupiers. He called it a violation of the Geneva Conventions and reports all such facts to the UN and the ICRC.
NATO Secretary General accused China of providing dual-use materials to the Russian defense industry. He called on Beijing to stop supporting Russia's “illegal war” in order not to harm its interests.
The NATO Secretary General said that Ukraine has the right to self-defense, which is not limited by borders. He called for more weapons for Ukraine, calling it the fastest way to end the war.
The Pentagon announced cooperation between the US and European companies with Ukraine. The goal is to develop and create a replacement for the S-300 air defense missile system and the R-27 air-to-air missile.
As a result of the Russian attack on Pavlohrad in the Dnipropetrovs'k region, 55 people were injured and one person was killed. Emergency and rescue operations at the site of the attack continue.
The occupiers struck 160 times in Sumy region, damaging buildings and equipment in 46 settlements. Rescuers extinguished fires in the private sector and the forest, despite repeated shelling.
Andriy Sybiga and Mihály Popšoj discussed strengthening bilateral relations and joint work on Ukraine's accession to the EU. The ministers agreed to maintain a close dialogue and thanked for their mutual support.
Ukrainian Paralympian Yegor Dementiev became the champion in the C4-5 road group race at the 2024 Paralympic Games. This is his fourth Paralympic gold medal and first victory in a group race in 12 years.
In Pavlohrad, more than 50 people aged 4 to 86 were injured in the Russian attack. Residential buildings were damaged, and the consequences are being investigated. All victims are being provided with the necessary assistance.
Ukrainian athlete Liudmyla Danylina won a silver medal in the 1500 meters at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. This is her third Paralympic award, bringing the total number of medals won by Ukraine at these Games to 62.
Occupants shelled Kupyansk, wounding an elderly woman. In Iziumske village, an air strike destroyed 3 houses and damaged 9 more. There were also attacks in Liubotyn, Vilshany and Kivsharivka.
As a result of the attack by Russian troops in Pavlohrad, Dnipropetrovs'k region, 40 people were injured and 1 person was killed. A five-story building was damaged, rescuers extinguished the fire and rescued 5 people.
US President Joe Biden announces an additional $250 million security assistance package for Ukraine. According to Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin, this will increase the ability to meet Ukraine's evolving needs.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff reported a 25% increase in the use of FPV drones in August compared to June. Commander-in-Chief Syrsky emphasized the importance of developing unmanned systems to stay ahead of the enemy.
The Zakarpattia TCR responded to the report of an alleged beating of a mobilized man, stating that, according to the conclusion of the examination, the man died in hospital of an ischemic brain attack, not from injuries.
Power outage schedules have been changed in most regions of Ukraine due to lower consumption. No blackouts are expected in 18 regions by 16:00, but the weather has cut power to 44 settlements in the south.
The enemy shelling of Pavlohrad killed 1 person, 18 were hospitalized, including a 9-year-old girl. Fires broke out in the city, and rescuers extinguished a fire in a high-rise building and rescued 5 people.
In Liubotyn, 4 people were injured in an enemy attack, and an industrial enterprise was hit in Vilshany. In Kivsharivka, a religious building caught fire due to shelling. Residential buildings and infrastructure were damaged.
Russian troops fired 16 times at the border of Chernihiv region over the last day, causing 73 explosions. Buildings in two villages were damaged and two people were injured.
In the Kherson region, Russian troops shelled Komyshany. A 72-year-old woman sustained an explosive injury, contusion and a lower back injury. The victim was taken to the hospital.