At night, Ukrainian anti-aircraft missile forces destroyed a Russian Su-34 fighter-bomber over the Kursk region of Russia. The General Staff reports that work to eliminate the occupiers and their equipment continues.
On August 18, from 08:00 to 18:00, traffic on the Dnipro HPP will be restricted due to repair work. The detour will be carried out via the Arch Bridge on Khortytsia Island, New Bridges and the Preobrazhenskyi Bridge.
The Russian government has extended the temporary ban on gasoline exports until the end of 2024. The restriction does not apply to supplies under intergovernmental agreements, personal use and humanitarian aid.
On the morning of August 14, Russians shelled a power facility in the south, causing no blackouts. At night, UAVs attacked a facility in the north, temporarily blacking out part of Chernihiv region. The power supply has been restored.
The Pentagon has expressed concern about Russia's increased cooperation with Iran, North Korea and China in the arms sector. Of particular concern is Russia's intention to purchase weapons and ammunition from these countries for the war in Ukraine.
On August 14, no power outages are planned in Ukraine. However, in Chernihiv region, 7 settlements were cut off from power due to shelling, and a car of electricians exploded in the east.
Law enforcement officers exposed an organized group that misappropriated UAH 12 million of state funds during the purchase of dynamic protection elements for armored vehicles of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The suspects face up to 12 years in prison with confiscation of property.
In the Kharkiv region, fighting continues in the areas of Vovchansk and Liptsy. The enemy regroups and prepares an offensive, but the Ukrainian Armed Forces successfully repel the attacks, inflicting significant losses on the enemy.
Over the past day, Russian troops attacked settlements in Donetsk region 8 times. The shelling resulted in the death of one person, 2 wounded, and damage to dozens of buildings and infrastructure.
Iran threatens to attack Israel for the assassination of a Hamas leader if ceasefire talks in Gaza fail. The US and allies are trying to convince Iran to ease tensions before the talks.
The US State Department's deputy spokesman said that Russia is the only country fighting in Ukraine. The US was not involved in planning the operations, but will continue to support Ukraine in its defense.
Russian troops attacked Kupyansk and Kharkiv districts of Kharkiv region. The shelling damaged a pharmacy, a warehouse building, and a private house, with no casualties.
At night, Russian drones attacked Kyiv region. The air defense system shot down the targets, there were no hits or casualties. The falling debris caused a fire in the forest floor, which has been extinguished.
On the night of August 14, Russia was attacked by drones. Explosions were reported near military airfields, in particular in Voronezh and Nizhny Novgorod regions, where Kinzhal missile carriers are based.
In Ivano-Frankivsk, a secretary of a college admissions committee was exposed for demanding $800 for enrolling an applicant to defer mobilization. The suspect was detained after receiving the bribe and placed under house arrest.
The court sentenced a resident of Myrnohrad to 15 years in prison for high treason. He passed on to the FSB the geolocation of Ukrainian troops in the Pokrovsk sector for guided bombing.
The General Staff reports 80 combat engagements on the frontline over the last day, almost half of them in the Pokrovsk sector. In the Kharkiv sector, the enemy carried out 12 attacks near Lypky, Hlyboke, Tykhy and Vovchansk.
Latvian Defense Minister Andris Spruds announced the preparation of another package of military assistance to Ukraine. About 500 Latvian-made UAVs will be sent to support various combat missions.
In Brovary, 6 apartment buildings will receive more than UAH 260 thousand in compensation for the purchase of alternative sources of electricity. Mayor Ihor Sapozhko said that the program is in place and the funds are provided for in the budget.
24,360 Ukrainian families have chosen the Baby Box at birth since the beginning of 2024. Kyiv, Dnipropetrovska and Zakarpatska oblasts became the leaders. The content of the package has been updated to meet the needs of parents.
The Romanian Navy conducted a controlled explosion of a mine drifting to the Black Sea coast. Since the beginning of the war, Romania has discovered and destroyed more than 100 such mines.
Due to the intensified shelling in Sumy, kindergartens were advised to switch to remote mode. For parents who cannot leave their children at home, regular groups will be set up in kindergartens.
A retirement home suffered the most as a result of the missile strike on Sumy. Electricity supply has been restored and gas supply is expected to be restored in the near future.
Russians are massively transporting humanitarian supplies from the TOT to the Kursk region. This is presented as an initiative of the TOT population, while the locals are denied aid, being fed promises.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a resolution to launch an electronic urban planning cadastre at the state level. The system will start operating a month after the resolution comes into force, which will help to increase transparency and speed up construction processes.
Since the beginning of the large-scale invasion of Russia, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has codified about 20 models of MRAP armored combat vehicles. These vehicles have enhanced protection against mines and ambushes.
The Kyiv Regional Prosecutor's Office has sued 35 hectares of forest worth UAH 840 million in Obukhiv district. The land belonged to companies associated with a former MP and co-founder of the OPFL.
In Donetsk region, the SBU detained a criminal group that extorted money from businessmen and organized robberies. The gang leader faces up to 15 years in prison for robbery under martial law.
British intelligence reports problems with water supply for Russian troops in Ukraine due to damaged infrastructure. The lack of water leads to dehydration, illness and lower morale.
The BES detectives served suspicion notices to 4 officials of the Dnipro City Council of embezzling over UAH 10 million in procurement for terrorist defense. They found 25% overpricing in the procurement of military equipment.
