Stepan Haftko
The 93rd Mechanized Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine "Kholodnyi Yar" liberated Hruzke and Vesele near Dobropillia. The uniqueness of the operation was the use of combat robots that shot the enemy at close range.
Newly appointed Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka held his first conversation with Swedish Minister Jessika Roswall. They discussed preparations for opening the negotiation cluster "Fundamentals of the EU Accession Process" and reforms.
Two law enforcement officers, Roman Penkov and Valentyn Havrysh, were killed during enemy shelling in Sviatohirsk, Donetsk region. Their car came under fire while they were performing their official duties.
The SBU sentenced nine collaborators for organizing an illegal "referendum" in Kherson region. They received up to 10 years in prison with property confiscation.
Russian troops hit the central part of Sumy, targeting civilian objects. A fire broke out at the site of the strike, information about casualties is being clarified.
Representatives of Ukraine and Qatar signed a memorandum on the renewal of the concession project for the port of Olvia in Mykolaiv region. Investment implementation is planned after the adoption of a new law.
Serhiy Lysak, head of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Military Administration, reported a missile attack on the Dnipro district. One person is preliminarily known to have died.
Serhiy Nikolaichuk was appointed First Deputy Governor of the National Bank on August 15, 2025. In this position, he will lead the "Financial Stability" reporting line, and temporarily – "Monetary Stability", replacing Kateryna Rozhkova.
A shooting occurred near a mosque in Örebro, Sweden, injuring two people. Police are conducting a large-scale operation and investigating attempted murder.
The large-scale reconstruction of the Darnytskyi overpass in Kyiv is nearing completion. The reopening of traffic is planned for late November.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Staff, where they discussed the situation at the front, the development of a contract army, and defense financing for 2025-2026. The successes of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Pokrovsk and Dobropillia directions, as well as the strengthening of positions in the Zaporizhzhia region, were noted.
President Zelenskyy emphasized the need for real steps from Russia to end the war. He stressed Ukraine's readiness to respond to threats and inform partners about the situation at the front.
The Norwegian government is allocating almost $100 million to Ukraine for the purchase of natural gas for the 2025–2026 heating season. This is a continuation of aid provided through the EBRD to Naftogaz for purchases from Western sources.
British Ambassador to Washington Peter Mandelson is lobbying for the Super Bowl to be held in London. This will strengthen the city's status as a global sports capital and attract American fans.
Over 1,600 officers of the Educational Security Service work in schools across Ukraine. They ensure order, safety, and teach students rules of safe behavior.
Ukrainians gathered near the US Embassy in Kyiv. The protest took place on the eve of the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.
British Defense Minister John Healey stated his readiness to deploy British troops in Ukraine after a ceasefire. This comes ahead of a meeting between the US and Russian presidents, which could pave the way for a peaceful settlement.
In the first half of 2025, "Rusal" incurred a net loss of $87 million. This was due to rising costs, interest payments, and currency fluctuations.
The Starokrymske reservoir, the only source of water for Mariupol, has almost dried up. The city receives only 35,000 cubic meters of water per day compared to a need of 150,000, which threatens a humanitarian crisis and outbreaks of infections.
In Ukraine, Bill No. 12377, which will replace the 1983 Housing Code, is being prepared for its second reading. It will introduce a new housing policy with three key directions: social housing, service housing, and housing for military personnel.
The head of the Russian General Staff prepared a map of Donetsk region with non-existent "paths of sabotage and reconnaissance group advancement. " This is intended to create the impression of "control" over the front and alleged readiness for a rapid offensive.
Natural gas prices in Europe fell to May lows. This happened amid the anticipated summit of the US and Russian presidents, which could affect the energy market.
The High Anti-Corruption Court (HACC) recognized the assets of former Rivne region MP Volodymyr Tutevych as unfounded. Five land plots in the Kyiv region, valued at UAH 5.6 million, will be transferred to the state.
The former head of a mining enterprise in the Vinnytsia region is suspected of evading UAH 27 million in rent payments. He understated granite prices by selling it to an affiliated company.
The Public Health Center of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine provided recommendations for healthy snacks for schoolchildren. Experts advise including fruits, vegetables, proteins, and complex carbohydrates, while avoiding perishable products.
At the international border crossing "Kelmentsi-Larga" on August 15 and 16, the road surface will be replaced. This will lead to a significant slowdown of traffic and redirection of transport.
Only 42% of Ukrainians know Yulia Svyrydenko without specifying her position, and 11% of them trust her. When her premiership is mentioned, her recognition increases to 76%, and trust to 31%.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved an agreement with the Office of the Prosecutor of the ICC. Ukrainian prosecutors will now directly participate in the investigation of war crimes committed by the aggressor.
The BMC Ecology and Evolution and BMC Zoology International Photo Contest presented amazing wildlife photographs. The winner was a shot of saiga antelopes in a training fight.
In several regions of the Russian Federation, one-time payments to contract soldiers have been reduced, while in others they have been increased. This is happening against the backdrop of Russia's record federal budget deficit.