Armed Forces of Ukraine

Legion “Freedom of Russia” called on Russian soldiers to voluntarily surrender to the Ukrainian Armed Forces amid fighting in the Kursk region. Those who want to fight for the normal future of Russia are invited to join the Legion.

Ivan Fedorov, head of Zaporizhzhia RMA, emphasized the importance of evacuating civilians from the frontline regions. He also emphasized the need to promptly provide the military with relevant electronic warfare equipment.

Russia is recovering from the initial chaos caused by the Ukrainian army's offensive in the Kursk region. Ukrainian troops have advanced 10-25 km deep into Russia, controlling more than 1,000 km² of territory.

Law enforcement officers detained six young men who had been setting fire to military equipment in Odesa and Mykolaiv on the orders of Russian intelligence. The offenders set fire to military off-road vehicles and railway infrastructure.

Russian occupants are planning provocations and terrorist attacks on August 24 in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. Citizens are advised to avoid crowded places from August 23 to 25.

Three juveniles set fire to two vehicles of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in Mykolaiv on the instructions of Russian special services. The 16-year-old suspect faces up to 8 years in prison, while the other two are 13 and 14 years old.

The 80th Air Assault Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed the Sudzha border crossing point in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. The Ukrainian military captured more than 50 Russians and broke through the enemy's defense line.

Olga Harlan's Olympic saber was sold at auction for UAH 10 million. The funds will be used to purchase ShaBlya automated turrets for the Ukrainian infantry, said Serhiy Prytula.

The Center for Public Integrity has detected a new wave of russian disinformation about the events in the Kursk region. The fakes concern “Ukrainian Nazis,” Western journalists, “false flag” provocations, and the participation of foreigners in the operation.

The SBU detained three FSB agents in Kherson who were collecting intelligence on the Defense Forces. The criminals planned to attract more “like-minded people” through the Telegram channel for espionage.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released a video of the first hours of the operation in the Kursk region on August 6, 2024. The key success factors were preparation, surprise, morale, and information silence.

There were 144 combat engagements in the frontline, almost a third of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 7 missile and 74 air strikes, dropping 101 drones. Defense forces are repelling the attacks.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has updated data on the losses of the Russian army in Ukraine. Over the past day, the occupiers lost 1,330 soldiers, 12 tanks and 59 artillery systems.

Ukrainian troops conducted a large-scale operation in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation, capturing about 2,000 Russian soldiers.

Russian troops have approached Pokrovsk to within 10 km. The authorities are urging residents to evacuate immediately, providing contact numbers to organize their departure.

Fraudsters are sending fake messages on behalf of Oleg Sinegubov, asking for financial assistance for his defense lawyers. The RMA urges you to be vigilant and check the information to avoid falling for the manipulations of criminals.

SBU Head Vasyl Malyuk announces the capture of 102 Russian servicemen in Kursk region. The negotiating group for the exchange of prisoners was expanded to include representatives of the SBU, the GUR, the MIA, the Armed Forces, the SZR and the Ombudsman.

The President introduced a draft law on social protection of the military participating in operations in Russia. The draft law provides for payments and preferences for those serving on the front line.

123 military units have implemented the procedure for submitting electronic reports through Army+. The app allows you to submit reports in minutes, having the same legal force as paper reports.

On August 15, Lithuania sent Ukraine another batch of military aid, including forklifts, trailers, and folding beds. In total, Lithuania has provided over 641 million euros in aid to Ukraine.

The soldiers of the 8th Regiment of the Special Forces of Ukraine conducted a successful operation behind enemy lines in the Kursk region of Russia. An enemy truck with military personnel and those trying to hide were destroyed in a few minutes.

Defense procurement agencies have signed contracts to supply the army with weapons and logistics worth over UAH 280 billion. The procurement includes modern weapons systems, ammunition, clothing, protective equipment and food.

White House Communications Advisor John Kirby said that according to US information, Russia is redeploying some units to the Kursk area from regions in or near Ukraine.

The OP adviser commented on the operation of the armed forces in the Kursk region of Russia. According to him, this has added a new topic to potential negotiations - the territorial integrity of Russia, although a just peace is still far away.

In Netishyn, the head of a UAV manufacturing company is suspected of embezzling UAH 5. 7 million in budget funds. Instead of high-quality components, cheaper analogs were installed on the drones.

The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Political Analysis reported that Russians were filming staged videos in Kursk region. The filming involves structures funded by the Russian Defense Ministry, including the Kryla Theater Studio.

Two people, including a military officer, were detained in Odesa region for trying to sell two armored minibuses brought in as humanitarian aid. The suspects face up to 7 years in prison for the illegal sale of humanitarian aid.

Law enforcers detained three people who set fire to military off-road vehicles on the orders of Russia. Two of the suspects acted in Prykarpattia, and one in Kharkiv. They face up to 10 years in prison.

The Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff presented a strategy for the return of Ukrainians from Russian captivity. The President instructed the agencies to hold a briefing and engage civil society organizations in this work.

Commander-in-Chief Syrsky declared the situation in eastern and southern Ukraine under control. The Ukrainian Armed Forces advanced 35 km in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation, taking control of 82 settlements and establishing a military commandant's office.