The Commander of the Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces released a video of the aviation's combat work on two bridge crossings in the Kursk region. The strikes with guided aerial bombs were carried out in the 20s of August 2024.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that India can play a very important and positive role in ending the war quickly.
UZ is to launch a permanent Intercity+ train between Kyiv and Odesa starting September 6. The train will run three times a week in both directions, with tickets available through various sales channels.
The interim head of the Kursk region reported on the mass departure of residents due to the fighting.
A mysterious object with Russian inscriptions was found in the Polish village of Orzechowo. According to preliminary data, it could have been a weather balloon, but the exact circumstances of the incident are still being investigated.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi plans to visit the Kursk nuclear power plant and meet with the President of Ukraine in Kyiv. The IAEA is concerned about the fighting near the Russian nuclear power plant because of old reactors without additional protection.
A 38-year-old resident of Odesa threatened the TCC representatives with a gun during the document check and then fled. The police identified the offender and seized the air pistol from him.
The SBU served a notice of suspicion in absentia to a cleric of the UOC (MP) from Luhansk region for collaboration. He sells gold items to Russia and makes jewelry for the occupation groups of Russia and the FSB.
High-speed trains and train stations in Kyiv and Lviv have been equipped with sign language announcements. This is part of Ukrzaliznytsia's barrier-free strategy, which includes modernization of railway stations and new services for people with disabilities.
The Netherlands will purchase 51 mobile radars for Ukraine from Robin Radar Systems. The radars, which are capable of detecting fast-moving drones, are to be delivered in the fourth quarter of 2024 to strengthen Ukraine's air defense.
The Lithuanian government has decided to extend temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees for another year, until March 4, 2026. Every day, 30-40 new applications are registered, and about 44 thousand people have a valid residence permit.
Ukrainian military provide humanitarian aid to the local population of the Kursk region of Russia. The Ministry of Reintegration confirms that Ukraine strictly adheres to the norms of international humanitarian law in this operation.
The Russian city of Kursk has begun installing reinforced concrete shelters in crowded places. It is planned to equip 60 bus stops in Kursk, 10 in Zaliznogorsk and several in Kurchatovo.
The KCSA has reported a deterioration in the weather in the capital. Thunderstorms and squally winds of up to 15-20 m/s are expected, and the first level of danger has been introduced. Kyiv residents were urged to follow safety rules.
Russian troops conducted 320 attacks on 52 settlements in Sumy region. Residential buildings, infrastructure and cars were damaged, and six civilians were injured.
40 pilot schools in 6 regions and Kyiv will start the school year with the Mriya system. The app will unburden teachers from bureaucracy, allowing them to plan their working day and have access to all schedules.
An oil depot attacked by drones on August 18 is burning for the fifth day in Proletarsk, Rostov region of Russia. On the evening of August 21, a new explosion occurred, complicating the firefighting efforts, which injured 47 people.
The High Anti-Corruption Court has canceled the suspicion against former MP Hranovskyi in the case of damage to the OPP. The SAPO considers the decision illegal and is preparing an appeal to the HACC Appeals Chamber.
Russian troops fired 16 times at localities in Donetsk region over the last day. The shelling killed 4 civilians and injured 3 others. Numerous buildings and infrastructure were damaged.
The Telegraph reports that the movement of Russian forces to strengthen their positions in Donetsk and Kursk regions may allow Ukraine to increase covert operations in Crimea. Ukraine may organize a counteroffensive in 2025, depending on the weakness of Russian forces.
In the Kharkiv sector, the occupants' most active activity remains in Vovchansk. Over the last day, 6 combat engagements took place, the enemy lost 82 men and 81 pieces of equipment.
Two neighborhoods in Myrnohrad have been closed to traffic due to the approach of the front line. The authorities are evacuating families with children, grocery stores will be closed from August 26, and electricity supply has been cut off in the areas closest to the front.
Russian troops shelled Nikopol district of Dnipropetrovs'k region with heavy artillery three times at night. Infrastructure, houses and a power line were damaged, but there were no casualties or injuries.
Russia fired rockets and “shaheds” at Kupyansk district of Kharkiv region. Two people were injured, buildings were damaged, and an agricultural lyceum was on fire. The enemy used 5 missiles and 7 FPV drones over the day.
Australia, together with Norway's Kongsberg Defense, will produce Naval Strike and Joint Strike missiles on the east coast. This will be the first production of such missiles outside of Norway, for which $573.8 million will be allocated.
At night, Ukrainian air defense forces shot down Russian drones over Kyiv region. No hits to infrastructure or casualties were reported, and the wreckage fell outside of populated areas.
Explosions occur at the Marinovka military airfield in the Volgograd region of Russia after a drone attack. The governor confirms the attack, saying most of the drones were shot down and a fire broke out at the defense ministry facility.
The Cabinet of Ministers has amended the mobilization procedure for persons caring for sick relatives. The procedure for obtaining a deferment has been simplified and the list of required documents has been changed.
The Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council denied the information about an outbreak of bacterial infection in Kherson. The epidemic situation is normal, no outbreaks have been recorded. The fake is aimed at spreading panic among the population.
The medical examination was unable to determine the cause of death of Azov defender Oleksandr Ishchenko. Earlier, blunt trauma to the chest was reported as the cause of death in the Russian detention center.
