Russian troops shelled Kherson, injuring a 23-year-old woman. The victim sustained an explosive injury and concussion, and went to the hospital on her own, where she is receiving medical care.
The Sumy District Council denied fake reports about the inclusion of the Russian city of Sudzha in the district. At the same time, in the Kursk region of Russia, there are reports of fighting on the territory of Sudzha and the advance of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed the advance of Ukrainian troops in two districts of the Kursk region. They announced that they are sending reinforcements.
The President of Ukraine met with a delegation of the U. S. House of Representatives. They discussed air defense and ways to achieve a just peace in Ukraine.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces shot down an enemy UAV over the Dnipro region on August 8. RMA head Serhiy Lysak said that the drone was destroyed by defenders from the Vostok military group.
In Sumy, kindergartens switch to remote work on August 8 and 9. During the day, the Russians dropped 52 KABs on four border districts of Sumy region.
Russian troops shelled the private sector of Konstantinovka, Donetsk region, killing two people. According to preliminary information, the occupiers used artillery.
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry calls Niger's decision to break off diplomatic relations a gesture of solidarity with Russia. Ukraine denies accusations of supporting terrorism and violating international law.
Ukraine has allowed residents of frontline areas to receive compensation for destroyed housing through the eRestoration program. The commissions can review applications and award compensation if the examination does not endanger the lives of the commission members.
The Diia portal has launched a service for creating a military registration document online. Over a week, more than 40,000 Ukrainians used the service and received a legally binding document with a QR code.
On August 7, fighters of the "Kabul 9'" special unit of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine conducted a successful operation on the Zaporizhzhia front. They destroyed 7 units of enemy equipment and inflicted losses on enemy manpower.
the Kremlin is trying to find a balance between presenting the attack in Kursk region as a Ukrainian escalation and avoiding panic inside the country. ISW notes the risk of discrediting the authorities due to contradictory statements.
Over the past day, the occupiers fired 18 times at the settlements of Donetsk region. Dozens of buildings in different districts were damaged, 944 people, including 197 children, were evacuated.
Ukraine's embassy in Mexico has called for Putin's arrest if he arrives at the inauguration of the new president. The Mexican government must execute an international arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court.
On the night of August 8, 2024, Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles and drones. The Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully shot down 2 X-59 guided missiles and 4 Shahed strike UAVs in different regions.
The President of Ukraine emphasized the importance of reliable communication to protect the lives and success of the military in combat. Zelenskyy thanked the military signalmen for their professionalism and ensuring quality communication.
An AH-64 Apache helicopter crashed at a military base in Alabama. The crash killed 46-year-old flight instructor Daniel Munger and injured the student pilot. An investigation into the incident is underway.
There were 96 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day. The enemy is most active in the Pokrovsk sector, where almost a third of its offensives took place, in particular in the areas of Vozdvyzhenka, Zhelanne, Karlivka and Hrodivka.
The body of a 58-year-old local resident was found on a railroad track in Poltava. According to preliminary data, there were no signs of trauma from the train and no traces of violent death, and an examination has been scheduled.
In Antonivka, the occupants dropped explosives from a drone on local residents. Two people were injured: A 46-year-old woman sustained an abdominal injury, and a 56-year-old man sustained injuries to his hip and hand. Both were taken to hospital.
"Kyivpastrans has completed an investigation into an accident involving a tram on August 6. The accident was caused by the driver's careless actions, who left the tram on a slope with the brakes off, which led to uncontrolled movement.
U. S. Secretary of State Blinken says ceasefire talks in Gaza have reached the final stage. The US is working with Egypt and Qatar on an agreement to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East.
In August, Kyivvodokanal will carry out a scheduled flushing of the tanks at the Vinogradar-1 station. The clean artesian water will be discharged into the dried-up Syne Lake, which is safe for the environment.
A former NATO official said that neighboring countries might want to return some of the Ukrainian territories that used to be part of those states. The Center for Strategic Communications called this a fake, pointing to official denials from the governments of these countries.
Kharkiv Pride will take place in Kharkiv from September 7 to 15 under the slogan "Together for Equality and Victory. " The program includes a PrideFest, the opening of the Pride Hub, a commemoration of fallen LGBTQ+ soldiers, and a march on September 15.
Ukrainian athlete Maria Povkh has qualified for the semifinals of the 2024 Olympics in the 500-meter kayak single. In the quarterfinals, she finished third with a time of 1:52.09, and the semifinals will take place on August 10.
A Russian court has rejected a petition for the release of seriously ill Crimean political prisoner Tofik Abdulgaziyev. Due to improper detention, he lost 40 kilograms and contracted pulmonary tuberculosis.
China's Special Representative Li Hui suggested that Indonesia work together to resume dialogue on Ukraine. Indonesia praised China's role in facilitating a political settlement of the "crisis in Ukraine.
Border guards detained a KAMAZ truck with 48 men of military age who were trying to illegally cross the border into Moldova. Each had to pay 150 thousand UAH for a "comfortable" trip to the organizer.
On the night of August 7, the enemy attacked Kyiv region. The police are inspecting 22 damaged buildings, recording the consequences of the attack - broken windows and damaged facades. One woman was lightly injured.
