Ukraine rescued a group of children from temporarily occupied territories, including a boy whose mother died and father lost his legs. Among them are also children whose guardians were threatened for refusing Russian documents.
Ukraine has 5 key demands for a war settlement, including a long-term truce before territorial exchange, reparations, and security guarantees. The return of prisoners and children is also a priority.
Today, August 13, in Udine, Italy, the 50th UEFA Super Cup will be held between the Champions League winner PSG and the Europa League winner Tottenham. This will be the first official meeting between the teams.
The Security Service of Ukraine is effectively countering the Russian plan "Diversionary Noise," which involves large-scale terrorist attacks and explosions. Almost 80% of enemy manifestations are preemptively uncovered thanks to the institution of double agency and an "agent-technical cap" over the regions.
SBU Head Vasyl Maliuk spoke about a complex of security measures for agents returning from enemy rear. This includes changing their appearance and preparing new documents.
The head of the SBU, Vasyl Malyuk, reported on the elimination of Russian Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, who gave more than 4,500 orders to use chemical weapons. He was destroyed by 800 grams of explosives in a scooter.
SBU Head Vasyl Malyuk said that the "Web" operation had to be postponed due to truck drivers' "binge drinking" on Easter. He also told a curious story about a driver discovering drones, who then had to invent a cover story.
The SBU conducted a unique special operation "Web", hitting four Russian airfields with 150 combat FPV drones. The operation involved creating a logistics company in Chelyabinsk and delivering sanctioned goods to ensure the drones' operation.
The Cabinet of Ministers has increased the size of presidential scholarships for students of vocational schools, colleges, technical schools, universities, and postgraduate students. Schoolchildren who score 185+ points on the NMT will also receive a Presidential scholarship.
President Zelenskyy announced steps to rectify the situation in the Pokrovsk direction and near Dobropillia. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine allocated additional forces and planned measures to block the enemy.
The acting head of the Central Territorial Department of the Ministry of Defense was exposed for extorting $1. 3 million. The funds were intended for facilitating victory in a competition for the development of a plot in the Sviatoshynskyi district of Kyiv.
The President instructed the government to simplify admission conditions to Ukrainian universities. This will include a winter admission campaign so that applicants do not have to wait a year.
Information about a breakthrough of Russian troops in Eastern Ukraine is unreliable. The enemy uses the tactic of infiltration by small groups, which does not mean the capture of territories.
For the second consecutive week, Ukrzaliznytsia has been recording record demand for tickets, leading to their rapid sell-out. Demand for popular routes exceeds supply by 5-8 times.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Putin dreams of "Munich 2" and seeks to return to spheres of influence. He emphasized that Putin's ultimatums are not a readiness for negotiations, but an attempt to test the unity of allies.
US President Donald Trump signed an order postponing high tariffs on Chinese goods for 90 days. This was the result of negotiations between the US and China that took place in Stockholm.
The Prime Minister of Great Britain, the Chancellor of Germany, and the President of France will hold a virtual meeting on Ukraine. This will take place before the summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin on August 15.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine struck the command post of the 85th separate motorized rifle brigade of the Russian Armed Forces in Donetsk region. The brigade commander with the call sign "Dnepr" and five operational officers were eliminated.
The High Anti-Corruption Court did not satisfy the SAPO's request to suspend the head of the AMCU, Pavlo Kyrylenko. However, the court imposed a number of obligations on him, including a ban on leaving Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia is not preparing for a ceasefire, but on the contrary, is moving troops for new offensives. Putin seeks to use the meeting with America as a personal victory and continue pressure on Ukraine.
Donald Trump said he would not conclude a deal between Russia and Ukraine, as it is not his decision. He seeks a ceasefire and the best deal for both sides.
US President Donald Trump announced his intention to meet with Vladimir Putin in Russia this Friday. Earlier, a meeting on August 15 in Alaska was reported to discuss the settlement of Russia's war against Ukraine.
The Ukrainian government will prepare changes to the procedure for writing off property in the army, which will significantly simplify and digitalize this process. This will provide more opportunities for corps and brigade commanders, as well as shorten the write-off period.
President Zelenskyy held a Staff meeting, where it was decided to allow brigades to independently purchase pickups and other equipment. Funding for combat units will also be significantly increased, and the award procedure will be maximally shortened.
Russia and India plan to expand military-technical cooperation, as became known to Ukrainian intelligence. In September, a working subgroup meeting will be held in St. Petersburg to discuss plans for 2025-2026.
The number of people injured in the August 10 airstrike on Zaporizhzhia increased to 22. A 25-year-old woman sought medical attention for a concussion.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi emphasized the need to scale up the use of ground robotic systems for evacuating the wounded. He also called for improving the provision of armored and evacuation vehicles to medical units.
Drones of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine hit the LUKOIL-Ukhtaneftpererabotka oil refinery two thousand kilometers from the border with Ukraine. The attacked facility is involved in supplying fuel and lubricants to the occupation army.
On August 10, the world celebrates International Biodiesel Day and Melon Day. In Ukraine, builders and veterinarians celebrate their professional holidays.
Jerry Heil and YARMAK deleted the music video for the song "Z yakogo ty poverhu neba?" after actor Kostiantyn Temlyak was accused of domestic violence. The performers plan to create a new music video using TikTok clips.
