US President Donald Trump said he would join patrolling the streets of Washington tonight. Details of the patrol are still being worked out, although Trump has already federalized the police and deployed the National Guard.
An attack by unknown drones on the "Druzhba" oil pipeline was recorded in the Bryansk region. Previously, the oil pumping station in the city of Unecha was damaged.
A sharp deterioration in air quality and a persistent smell of burning are being recorded in Kyiv. Residents are advised to close windows and limit their time outdoors.
EU Commissioner Andrius Kubilius expressed doubts about Putin's influence after Lavrov denied his agreements with Trump. Kubilius questions who makes decisions in the Kremlin.
On August 19, Russian troops lost 920 soldiers and 50 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 20.08.25 amount to over one million personnel.
On the night of August 20, Russian troops attacked the Izmail district of Odesa region with UAVs. Hits on port infrastructure were recorded, with damage and fires, and one person was injured.
Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal visited the Kharkiv region, where he met with military personnel and presented awards. He discussed the situation at the front and familiarized himself with innovative approaches to conducting combat operations.
The Royal Navy of Great Britain successfully tested the remote control system of the underwater vehicle "Excalibur" during the "Talisman Sabre" exercises. The 40-foot drone was controlled from Australia, while the apparatus itself was located in the waters of Great Britain.
In occupied Crimea, blue barrels with technical water are appearing, indicating a deepening water crisis. The occupation authorities explain this with "drought," but the real reason is mismanagement and infrastructure destruction.
Belarus is ready to mediate a meeting between the presidents of Russia and Ukraine for a peaceful settlement of the conflict. Press Secretary of the President of Belarus Natalia Eismont stated that Minsk is ready to organize a meeting at the highest level.
Donald Trump postponed his vacation due to preparations for negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Switzerland promises security to the Russian dictator for the meeting.
During the night, the Okhtyrka community in Sumy region was shelled by attack drones. Fires broke out at the impact sites, and medical assistance is being provided to the injured.
Canada's Foreign Minister met with the President of Finland. The parties discussed economic cooperation, security in the Arctic, and support for Ukraine.
During his visit to the USA, President Zelenskyy wore a black suit by Ukrainian designer Viktor Anisimov. The look combined elements of military and civilian style, receiving positive feedback at the White House.
The supply of Russian oil to Hungary via the Druzhba pipeline has been restored after the night attack on August 18. Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó expressed concern about new strikes on critical infrastructure.
Russian troops advanced in the Serebryansky forest area and near the settlement of Olhivske in Luhansk region. This is confirmed by updated DeepState data.
Russia continues its "cultural occupation" in Ukraine, using art for propaganda. The occupiers plan to gather young artists in Kherson region to create a "unified art school of southern Russia".
The Kherson City Court sentenced a former colony inspector to 8 years for collaborating with the Russians. The woman worked for the occupation administration and went into hiding after the region's liberation.
On August 18, enemy UAVs attacked the Industrialnyi district of Kharkiv, causing a fire in two entrances of a residential high-rise building. A hit on the building was recorded, information regarding casualties is being clarified.
This night, the Sumy community was hit by four UAVs, causing a fire in a non-residential building. Preliminary, there are no casualties, but the information is being clarified.
American senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal are considering a bill to recognize Russia and Belarus as state sponsors of terrorism. This is due to the systematic abduction of Ukrainian children during the war, which threatens their Ukrainian identity.
In 1010 days of full-scale invasion, Russia has occupied only 0. 97% of Ukrainian territory. The area of temporarily occupied territories has increased by 5842 sq. km since November 2022.
The US and European countries are ready to provide Ukraine with security guarantees similar to NATO's Article 5, but not on behalf of the Alliance. Details will be discussed at Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump and European leaders at the White House.
On the night of August 18, temporarily occupied Donetsk was subjected to a massive drone attack. Hits were recorded in various districts of the city, and information regarding casualties and destruction is being clarified.
A Condor Airways plane with 273 passengers and 8 crew members made an emergency landing in Brindisi due to an engine fire after takeoff from Corfu. Passengers were accommodated in a hotel and will continue their journey.
Russian troops attacked the Novoslobidska community in the Sumy region with a guided aerial bomb. As a result of the strike, a 57-year-old local resident was injured and about 10 private houses were damaged.
In Kharkiv, the number of injured increased to 8 people after a missile strike on a residential area. At least 12 multi-story buildings were damaged, and medics are providing assistance to the wounded.
Ukraine has completed testing and begun serial production of Flamingo missiles with a range of over 3,000 km. The 6-ton missile has a 1,000 kg warhead and a speed of up to 900 km/h.
A missile strike on a residential area has been recorded in Kharkiv. Three people were injured, including a 13-year-old girl.
The planned lunch between the American and Russian delegations has been canceled. US President Donald Trump returns to Washington after the summit.
