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The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released a video of the first hours of the operation in the Kursk region on August 6, 2024. The key success factors were preparation, surprise, morale, and information silence.
The head of the DIU outlined the priorities for the release of prisoners: seriously wounded, women, and Azovstal defenders. The strategy was presented at the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff.
The President introduced a draft law on social protection of the military participating in operations in Russia. The draft law provides for payments and preferences for those serving on the front line.
The President submitted to the Verkhovna Rada a draft law on ratification of the Rome Statute of the ICC and amendments to the Criminal Code. It is proposed to increase liability for international crimes and add new articles.
The Verkhovna Rada's Law Enforcement Committee recommended the adoption of draft laws to deprive state awards for propaganda of the aggressor and to improve the procedure for handling weapons. This was done pursuant to the order of the President of Ukraine.
A Russian court has sentenced 33-year-old ballerina Ksenia Karelin to 12 years in prison for "high treason. " She was accused of transferring $50 to the Ukrainian foundation Razom for Ukraine from her American account.
The Verkhovna Rada plans to consider in the second reading a bill banning religious organizations associated with the aggressor country. The document provides for a ban on the activities of the Russian Orthodox Church in Ukraine and the propaganda of the "Russian world.
President Zelenskyy called on the Rada to convene immediately to consider defense legislation. The issues of trophy weapons, citizenship of foreigners in the legions, and the ban on the UOC-MP are expected to be considered.
About 160,000 employees of critical enterprises have booked through the Diia portal. The total number of booked employees is 770 thousand, with the highest number in Kyiv, Dnipro and Lviv regions.
The entry of the Ukrainian Armed Forces into the territory of the Russian Federation dealt a significant blow to Putin's reputation and showed the incapacity of the Russian authorities. This may affect Ukraine's position at the upcoming Peace Summit and the attitude of partners to Russia's “red lines.
In the evening, Russia struck Odesa with an Iskander-M missile from the territory of occupied Crimea. According to preliminary data, there was a hit, and the relevant services are working on the scene.
The President of Ukraine reported on the Armed Forces' advance in the Kursk region and work with partners on long-range weapons. Zelenskyy also thanked the military for strikes on Russian airfields.
Russian troops attacked a vehicle of the Hospitallers medical battalion in Bilyi Kolodyazh, Kharkiv region, with an FPV drone. One paramedic was killed and the other received moderate injuries.
The advisor to the head of the OP outlined the objectives of the operation: to cut off Russian logistics, push back artillery, show the weakness of the Russian leadership and move the war to the aggressor's territory. Ukraine is not planning an occupation, but only the destruction of military facilities.
Police provided security for Sofia Semchyshyn, the daughter of murdered linguist Iryna Farion. A suspect in Farion's murder was detained and taken into custody without bail.
The Verkhovna Rada may consider Zelensky's bill to deprive state awards for popularizing or propagandizing Russia or committing other illegal actions against Ukraine. It is proposed to deprive awards on the basis of a decision of the National Security and Defense Council, not just a court verdict.
The Verkhovna Rada is considering a draft law to resolve a conflict regarding the mobilization of men aged 18-25. The document stipulates that such persons will not be subject to conscription until they reach the age of 25, except in cases of voluntary consent.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs commented on the operation in the kursk region, saying that Ukraine does not aim to seize territory, but only protects Ukrainians and supports the military.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports on active preparations for the second Global Peace Summit. The locations and dates of interim meetings have been determined, and work is underway at all levels, including the President and the Presidential Office.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is implementing large-scale digitalization of consular services for Ukrainians abroad. This will make it possible to transfer some services to a remote format, reduce the workload of consuls and improve citizens' access to services.
The Ministry of Defense is not working on the implementation of electronic summonses in the Reserve+ application. The deputy minister said that there is currently no legal basis for this and no relevant government orders.
In 5 districts of Kharkiv region, the curfew will be in effect from 17:00 to 9:00. This is due to the security situation and the need to counteract the illegal armed groups, and residents are advised to evacuate.
The Ukrainian Navy spokesperson explained why the Russian landing force will not be able to land on the Odesa coast. This requires the support of ground troops, which are not available, and ships cannot approach because of the threat from coastal artillery.
Russia uses at least 5 airfields in the occupied Crimea. The activity of two of them has significantly decreased due to losses, but Russia does not want to redeploy its aircraft to the mainland for tactical reasons.
Over the last day, 134 combat engagements took place in the frontline, 52 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 2 missile and 67 air strikes, firing over 4,400 times at Ukrainian positions.
The President of Ukraine discussed with the US Senate delegation the importance of transferring military aid. The senators supported Ukraine and proposed a new bill 'Help Ukraine Act'.
The President of Ukraine recalled the Kursk submarine disaster that occurred 24 years ago. According to him, Kursk is now a disaster of Putin's war.
The President of Ukraine emphasized the importance of receiving long-range weapons from partners for a fair end to the war. Zelenskyy also instructed to increase the share of Ukrainian production in public procurement.
The President of Ukraine has instructed the GUR, the SBU, and the MIA to actively communicate with the families of captured Ukrainians. The agencies are to explain the process of forming exchange lists and present a strategy for the return of prisoners.
