On the night of August 22, Russian troops launched attack UAVs into Ukraine through Sumy region in the direction of Poltava region. This was reported by the Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
The head of Ukraine's Defense Intelligence, Kirill Budanov, confirmed attacks by Ukrainian drones on military targets in Russia. About 50 drones attacked the radio reconnaissance center in Podolsk, Ostafievo airport and Millerovo air base.
Narendra Modi has begun a two-day visit to Poland aimed at strengthening bilateral relations.
The Telegraph reports on a possible Ukrainian counteroffensive in 2025. Factors include successes in Kursk, the deployment of new brigades, and the destruction of the Russian Black Sea Fleet.
An explosion and fire occurred at the Escientia pharmaceutical plant in Andhra Pradesh during a lunch break. 14 people died, several were hospitalized with burns, and the exact number of victims is unknown.
The General Staff reports 110 combat engagements on the frontline over the last day, 46 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. Russian invaders launched 1 missile attack, 76 air strikes and over 3000 shelling.
Russian troops fired 113 times in Sumy region, 256 explosions were recorded. As a result of the attacks, 5 civilians were wounded.
The Dutch Ministry of Defense is buying 51 mobile drone detection systems for Ukraine. The systems are capable of detecting small drones, distinguishing them from birds, and working while on the move.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has updated the data on the losses of the Russian occupiers. Over the past day, 1210 servicemen were killed, 4 tanks and 60 enemy artillery systems were destroyed.
BMW is recalling 720,796 vehicles in the United States due to the risk of a short circuit in the water pump electrical connector. The recall affects some crossovers and sedans, and dealers will replace the pump and install a protective shield free of charge.
As of the morning of August 21, there were no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas, including Kalibr carriers. There is 1 enemy ship in the Mediterranean, but without cruise missiles.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may end his presidential campaign to unite with Donald Trump. Trump has expressed his readiness to give Kennedy a position in his administration if he supports him.
France will transfer 100,000 doses of monkeypox vaccine to affected countries through the European Union. There are 232 vaccination points in France, although no cases of the disease have been reported.
Putin paid a visit to Chechnya, where he and Kadyrov inspected troops and volunteers preparing to take part in combat operations in Ukraine. According to Kadyrov, more than 47,000 Chechen troops have been sent to Ukraine since the beginning of the war.
On the night of August 21, Russians reported an attack by 10 drones on the Moscow region. This is one of the largest attempts to attack the Russian capital, according to Moscow Mayor Sobyanin.
An air alert has been declared in the capital and several regions of Ukraine. Air defense is being deployed on the outskirts of Kyiv, and residents are being urged to stay in shelters until the alarm is lifted.
The Russians are trying to expand their propaganda network in the occupied territories of Ukraine by providing free satellite equipment.
The US discusses with Ukraine the long-term goals of the operation in the Kursk region. The Pentagon recognizes the creativity and combat prowess of Ukrainian forces in this operation.
The US President has approved a secret nuclear strategy aimed at deterring China. The document takes into account the growth of China's nuclear arsenal and the possibility of coordinated threats from China, Russia and North Korea.
The United States has recorded the movement of a small number of Russian forces to the Kursk region. However, the Pentagon spokesperson did not specify which Russian forces were moving to this area.
The Council of the Estonian Orthodox Church adopted a new version of the charter, removing the reference to the Moscow Patriarchate. The church changed its name to the “Estonian Orthodox Church” and established its independence in church affairs.
Pakistan successfully launched a Shaheen-II ballistic missile capable of carrying both conventional and nuclear warheads at a distance of up to 1500 km.
The head of Pokrovske MVA explained the statement on the evacuation of residents. The number of evacuees has increased to 600-700 per day, and it is planned to evacuate certain categories of people without haste.
The Philippines is exploring the possibility of expanding its agreement with China to reduce tensions in the South China Sea. This follows a recent collision between the two countries' ships in disputed waters.
Russian occupants shelled the village of Tomyna Balka in Kherson region. A 22-year-old woman sustained mine-blast trauma and shrapnel wounds and was hospitalized.
There were 153 combat engagements over the last day. The situation in the Pokrovske and Toretske sectors remains tense, with the enemy conducting active offensives in an attempt to improve their tactical position.
“Naftogaz guarantees a stable gas price for households until the end of April 2025 - UAH 7. 96 per cubic meter. The company is increasing production and filling storage facilities to ensure the heating season.
An air alert has been declared in the capital and several regions of Ukraine. The Kyiv City State Administration urges residents to immediately go to civil defense shelters.
Russian troops fired 97 times at the border areas of Sumy region, 291 explosions were recorded. The attacks killed 1 person, wounded 2, and damaged civilian infrastructure.
Another tank explodes at an oil depot in the Rostov region attacked by Ukrainian drones. The fire continues, with more than 600 rescuers trying to stop the fire from spreading, and fire trains and airplanes are involved.
