Yevhen Ustimenko
Fighters from the "BAT-13" and "ARATTA" units, as part of the "Tymur Special Unit" of the Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, conducted an operation in the occupied territory and captured a Russian serviceman. The Defence Intelligence emphasized that this would help exchange the prisoner for a Ukrainian defender.
In Poland, those accused of brutally beating a Ukrainian man in Radom have appeared in court, including a former MMA fighter. The attackers shouted nationalist slogans, and the victim sustained serious head injuries.
The Guardian journalists attended the launch of Ukrainian FP-1 drones that struck a substation in Alushta. Ukrainian military officials say that long-range strikes are exhausting Russia’s air defenses and economy.
Ukraine's strikes on Russian territory are affecting public sentiment, but may strengthen supporters of the war. The Kremlin may use this as a justification for mobilization and a tougher strategy.
Traffic to certain crossing points on the Ukrainian-Moldovan border in Odesa region has been restricted due to Russian strikes. Entry into Moldova is possible through two crossing points, while exit is possible through only one.
As a result of the Russian attack on the Odesa region overnight on August 9, a local outage occurred in the network, leaving part of the regional center without electricity. DTEK specialists are already working to restore power supply.
Russian forces attacked Odesa region with missiles and 202 drones overnight. The Defense Forces shot down 174 UAVs and 5 loitering munitions.
The "ATESH" partisans confirmed the complete destruction of the oil depot in occupied Luhansk following a series of precise strikes. The facility supplied fuel to Russia’s 41st and 20th armies in eastern Ukraine.
Over the past day, there were 231 combat engagements at the front. Russian forces launched a missile strike and 75 airstrikes; the occupiers’ losses amounted to 1,130 personnel.
A 28-year-old man stabbed a 15-year-old boy during an argument in the city of Samar. He was notified of suspicion of inflicting grievous bodily harm.
The Court of Appeal upheld the sentence of a 37-year-old man, who was sentenced to 15 years in prison for raping and committing lewd acts against his 7-year-old and 12-year-old stepdaughters. The crimes were committed in 2019 and 2023.
Based on evidence collected by the SBU, a court sentenced to 15 years in prison a man who directed Russian strikes on Kharkiv in the summer of 2023. The perpetrator was found guilty of high treason.
The company "Nova Poshta" fired the employees of a branch in Ivano-Frankivsk who drove a dog out into the heat with a mop. The company is looking for the animal and will pay for its treatment.
Luxembourg additionally allocated €8 million to support Ukraine’s energy sector, bringing its total contribution to €30 million. The funds will be used for equipment for energy companies and to strengthen the resilience of the system.
Delta Plus Ukraine completely lost its warehouse of protective equipment and office due to Russian attacks. Shipments have been suspended; remaining products are available from dealers.
Law enforcement officers exposed a group that helped military personnel leave their units for money. The organizers were a serviceman and three civilians.
In 2026, the number of suspended tax invoices fell to 0. 16%, compared with 0.76% at the beginning of 2025. The main reason is a mismatch between purchased and sold goods (72%).
According to a KIIS poll, 60% of Ukrainians categorically reject handing all of Donbas over to Russian control in exchange for security guarantees. 59% are ready to approve freezing the war along the current front line.
Iran seeks to ban American and Israeli vessels from passing through the Strait of Hormuz as part of an agreement with Oman. The agreement provides for Iran to control vessels entering and joint control over vessels leaving.
The Cabinet of Ministers demands that schools be fully prepared for the new academic year, including shelters and textbooks. From September 1, teachers’ salaries will increase by 20%, while students’ scholarships will double.
In Gdańsk, a 37-year-old man beat up a Ukrainian and two Poles, shouting "Banderites. " The attacker was detained; he was drunk and did not have a driver's license. He faces up to 7.5 years in prison.
Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister visited Ukraine for the first time since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. The parties discussed Russia's strikes, the blocking of grain corridors, and cooperation in the energy sector.
The Cabinet of Ministers decided to compile lists of critical facilities separately for the winter and summer periods. This will make it possible to distribute electricity more efficiently and increase the amount available to household consumers.
Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets sent letters to the ICRC and the UN over the execution of a Ukrainian prisoner of war. He stressed that Russia ignores international law and uses war crimes as methods of warfare.
Former and current heads of the Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Centers entered false data into the "Oberih" register, creating fictitious mobilizations. They were notified of suspicion of official forgery.
On Friday, thunderstorms with hail are forecast in the west, north, and Vinnytsia and Cherkasy regions. An extreme level of fire danger also remains in place.
In Thuringia, a 33-year-old Ukrainian man was detained after photographing the premises of a defense company for a foreign intelligence service in June 2026. He is suspected of espionage with the aim of sabotage.
A UOC (MP) priest was sentenced to 15 years in prison for adjusting strikes in Donetsk region. The FSB recruited him through his daughter, who lives in Russia.
The United Kingdom imposed new sanctions against Russia, including 6 banks, 6 companies, and 6 shadow fleet vessels. The owner of the company "Siltron," Oleksandr Zhdanov, was also placed under restrictions.
The Cabinet of Ministers has completed an audit of the implementation of resilience plans, analyzing funding and the status of measures in the regions. The priorities are protecting the energy sector and providing backup heat supplies.