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The SBI detained a medic while she was receiving USD 12,000 for surgery on a healthy spine and a Military Medical Commission conclusion to secure discharge from service. Currency worth UAH 6.8 million was found in the apartment.
Switzerland has extended S status until March 2028, but excluded from the program Ukrainians who do not fulfill their military duty.
Moscow gas stations operated by Gazprom Neft and Tatneft have introduced limits on fuel sales. Strikes on Russian oil refineries have exacerbated the shortage.
Parliament adopted a law to transform the uranium processing plant into a state-owned joint-stock company. The enterprise will be protected from bankruptcy for three years.
Parliament supported a bill on easements on private agricultural land for fortifications. The fee will amount to 12% of the assessed value and will be paid after the war.
Parliament approved in the first reading a bill banning the improper use of shelters and terminating their leases during martial law. The document provides for monthly inspections, cameras, and liability for blocking access.
Free ultrasound is available at facilities that have a contract with the NHSU upon presentation of an electronic referral. They can be found on the online map or by calling 16-77.
The faction met with the candidates for the positions of Minister of Defense and Minister of Foreign Affairs. Servant of the People supports Zelenskyy's submissions.
The UAE have suspended trade and financial transactions with Iran until further notice due to escalating tensions. The country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the decision.
On August 18, there were 239 engagements at the front; the Russians carried out 87 airstrikes and used more than 11,000 drones. Russia's losses amounted to 1,190 military personnel.
Kyiv city authorities have not made any decisions to resume tree removal work in Teremky; the agreement to suspend the work remains in force. Only logistical processes related to transporting pipelines for energy resilience are ongoing.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is conducting a beta test of a new service in the Reserve+ app. Teaching staff will be able to apply for a deferment online without collecting certificates.
On August 18, two MPs from "Servant of the People," Andrii Zhupanin and Ostap Shypailo, submitted their resignations. Shypailo had previously voted for bills that drew criticism.
As of August 16, fuel is available at only 28. 1% of gas stations in russia, compared with 41% a week ago. The FAS has opened 41 cases and issued 68 warnings to oil companies.
Lawmaker Zhelezniak reported that Yevhen Khmara will be nominated for the position of Minister of Defense, and Andrii Sybiha - for the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs. An official submission from the President is expected.
Recruitment and Social Support Center officials in Zakarpattia, Ternopil region and Bukovyna entered false data into the "Oberih" register, inflating conscription figures. The fictitious entries included active-duty military personnel, a deceased person and a prisoner of war.
At the Kaukopea plant in Finland, a tank containing pine oil exploded overnight, causing a fire and the spill of approximately 50 cubic meters of the substance. The oil entered Lake Saimaa, and cleanup efforts are ongoing.
A British vessel was struck by an unknown projectile while exiting the Strait of Hormuz, damaging the engine room. One crew member was injured, while the Omani coast guard is providing assistance to the rest.
Bohdan Morklianyk and Viktoriia Reznikova have become members of parliament, replacing Denys Maslov and Vitalii Bezghin. Both previously ran unsuccessfully for the Servant of the People party.
Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto dismissed speculation about Russia's involvement in the explosion at the KNDS Ammo Italy plant in Colleferro. The incident occurred on August 13; there were no casualties.
The SBU’s military counterintelligence detained a Russian agent in the Kharkiv region who registered 27 Starlink terminals for the occupiers. The man faces life imprisonment for high treason.
More and more U. S. congressional staffers are relying on generative AI to prepare bills. However, this is leading to errors.
Ombudsman for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets reported 1,903 appeals concerning privacy violations. At risk are the relatives of prisoners of war, displaced persons, and parents of children.
The Nash Format office near the Pochaina metro station was damaged in Russia's overnight attack. The publishing house is not launching a fundraiser, urging people to show their support by purchasing books instead. The Russians also destroyed the largest book market, Petrivka.
Taisiia Onofriichuk won the hoop final at the 2026 World Championships in Frankfurt, scoring 30. 700 points. This is Ukraine's first victory at the World Championships in this sport since 2013.
In January - May 2026, the russian federation had 74. 6 million employed people, but the official staff headcount was only 44.1 million. This indicates "shadow" employment at a level of 41%, threatening tax losses.
Drone wreckage, probably of Russian origin, was discovered in Romania’s coastal area near the Port of Tomis. Law enforcement officers cordoned off the area due to the potential danger.
The President has still not submitted to the Verkhovna Rada candidates for the positions of ministers of defense and foreign affairs. The parliament’s plenary week will begin the day after tomorrow.
As a result of Russian attacks on August 16, six people were injured in Kyiv and the surrounding region. In Kryvyi Rih, two people were killed and 14 injured; one person was killed in Sumy.
At night on August 16, Russian forces attacked the Sumy region, killing two men. Women aged 50 and 71 were wounded.