Yevhen Ustimenko
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine published a list of 26 vessels used to transport Russian oil, liquefied gas, and stolen Ukrainian grain. Eighteen of these vessels are not under sanctions imposed by Ukraine’s partner countries.
Weather forecaster Natalia Didенко forecasts dry, sunny weather for August 15–16. On Saturday, temperatures will be +25 to +28 degrees, while on Sunday the heat will intensify to +29 to +33 degrees.
The driver of a Volkswagen Golf entered the oncoming lane, where they collided with a Peugeot.
The 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skelia" of the Armed Forces of Ukraine is coming under the operational command of the 1st "Azov" Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine. At the same time, the regiment is not becoming part of the corps' structure.
The President instructed the Prime Minister and the relevant ministers to discuss the capacity of local budgets with the communities and conduct a logistics audit.
From January to July 2026, Ukrainians filed nearly 215,000 declarations, declaring UAH 323. 9 billion in income. The largest tax liability, amounting to UAH 760.7 million, was declared by a Kyiv resident.
At least 437 civilians were killed and 2,610 injured in Ukraine in July, 30% more than in June. The UN mission reports a sharp increase in the number of casualties due to the use of missiles and drones in urban centers.
Law enforcement officers have served a notice of suspicion on an employee of Russia’s penitentiary system for torturing Ukrainian prisoners of war in the Luhansk region. Facts of cruel treatment of at least 27 Ukrainian Armed Forces servicemen have been documented.
A traffic accident occurred at the 35th kilometer of the M-06 Kyiv–Chop highway near the village of Buzova. Traffic toward Zhytomyr is partially hampered; the far-left lane and the shoulder are clear.
The NSDC’s CPD assures that there will be no food shortages in Ukraine, despite Russia’s attempts to fuel panic. Logistics will be reorganized, and empty shelves are a temporary phenomenon.
On August 13, a Russian "Molniya-2" drone attacked the "Lisnyi" market in Sloviansk, injuring three women. The enemy also destroyed a bridge over the Kazennyi Torets River.
During the Combined Resolve exercises in Germany, Ukrainian drone operators from the 412th Nemesis Regiment defeated American troops. A NATO general called the changes impressive after the joint training.
U. S. intelligence warned European allies about a possible Russian hybrid attack on the Baltic states and Poland. The attacks could include infrastructure sabotage or false-flag provocations.
The State Service of Special Communications and Information Protection of Ukraine has developed the professional standard "Specialist in Countering Technical Intelligence," which has been entered into the Unified Register of Qualifications. It defines job functions, competencies, and education requirements for personnel training.
In July, the unmanned systems of Ukraine’s Defense Forces carried out more than 449,000 missions, which is 3% more than in June. The use of robotic systems increased by 41%, while the ratio of FPV drones stands at 1.6 to 1 in Ukraine’s favor.
Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner Dmytro Lubinets said that 375 Ukrainians had returned from Russian captivity dead. He emphasized that the priority is to bring severely wounded and seriously ill people back alive, particularly those on the Istanbul list.
As a result of the Russian strike on August 12, around 5,000 subscribers in the Kushuhumska community of Zaporizhzhia region were left without electricity. Restoration work will begin when security conditions allow.
The High Anti-Corruption Court rejected the motion by Andriy Yermak's lawyers to change the conditions for wearing the monitor. Yermak remains a suspect in the legalization of UAH 460 million.
A tunnel was found in the Skrudaliena Parish, through which 15 migrants illegally crossed the border. They were all returned to Belarusian territory; this is the first such case in this section.
The court sentenced three traitors who fought against the Defense Forces in the Pokrovsk and Kharkiv sectors to 15 years in prison. They were found guilty of high treason and collaborationist activities.
Rosstandart has banned the sale of a number of Chinese truck models, calling its friendship with China into question. The cost of transportation from China to Moscow has risen from $4,300 to $9,000.
On the morning of August 12, the water level in the Danube was 182 cm, below the 185 cm required for the nuclear power plant to operate. The controlled shutdown of Unit 2 will begin on Thursday at 7:00.
The Tesla driver, traveling at 189. 7 km/h, collided with a Suzuki and a Lanos, resulting in the death of a 63-year-old female passenger. He is charged with violating traffic rules that caused a death.
The former chief psychiatrist of the Ukrainian Armed Forces is suspected of laundering more than UAH 34. 5 million obtained through criminal means. His case has been referred to court, and he is in custody.
In its 2026 report, the U. S. State Department praised Ukraine for providing open access to budget documents despite the war. At the same time, it noted that the Cabinet of Ministers maintains extrabudgetary accounts for military expenditures without an independent audit.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has changed the procedure for checking military registration documents at consulates and embassies abroad. It is now sufficient to provide an e-military registration document that is valid at the time of the visit, rather than one generated within the previous 72 hours.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Ihor Klymenko held a meeting with the leadership of parliament and the Ministry of Defense on cooperation in the security sector. The funding of the military and the development of the defense industry were identified as priorities.
Russian forces launched a missile strike on a suburb of Kharkiv. According to preliminary data, there are no casualties.
A military official in Lviv region signed orders to pay UAH 100,000 to servicemen who did not participate in battles. UAH 16 million was unjustifiably paid from the budget; he faces up to 8 years in prison.
In Kherson, power outages have caused disruptions to the water supply; water is being supplied according to schedules. Energy workers are working to restore the networks, but there is a threat of new Russian strikes.