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Members of the Bundestag suggest Russia's involvement in incidents at military bases in Germany. The NATO and German air force bases are investigating possible contamination of drinking water.

In October, the NATO Military Committee will meet to discuss support for Ukraine. It is planned to establish a NATO security and training mission for Ukraine and launch a NATO-Ukraine Joint Analysis Center.

A case of possible contamination of drinking water is being investigated at the NATO air base in Geilenkirchen. Earlier, a similar incident occurred at the German Air Force barracks near Cologne, where water could have been poisoned.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that Ukraine's actions are defensive, while Russia is committing genocide. He emphasized Ukraine's right to effectively counteract aggression and was not surprised by the changes at the front.

Minister Kuleba met with James O'Brien in Kyiv. They discussed NATO membership, air defense, the F-16 program, and the possibility of Ukraine using long-range weapons against military targets in Russia.

The Georgian Dream party accuses the opposition United National Movement and Saakashvili of provoking the 2008 war with Russia. The party promises to bring its opponents to justice after the elections.

Ukraine has no specialized programs for women veterans, unlike the United States. Vitaliy Gersak warns that Ukrainian women veterans may become one of the most socially disadvantaged groups.

U. S. Senator Lindsey Graham suggested that Ukraine invite retired Western F-16 pilots to fight. This would allow the aircraft to be used earlier, while Ukrainian pilots are being trained.

The U. S. Defense Attaché awarded the DIU officer with the Medal of Merit. The award was presented for his contribution to strengthening military cooperation between Kyiv and Washington and facilitating security assistance.

Ukraine is preparing a strategic counterstrike in the Kursk region of Russia to divert Russian forces from other fronts. Experts point to high risks and limited strategic goals of the operation.

A Russian Il-20M reconnaissance plane flew into international airspace over the Baltic without contacting controllers. German and Swedish fighter jets took off to escort it.

The Philippine and Vietnamese coast guards conducted joint exercises in the South China Sea. The crews simulated firefighting, rescue operations and medical response, emphasizing the humanitarian nature of the cooperation.

Iran may soon supply Russia with hundreds of Fath 360 short-range ballistic missiles. the Russian military is undergoing training in Iran to use these missiles, and a contract for the supply has already been signed.

Russian security services detain a local resident for publishing a video of the aftermath of Ukrainian strikes in Kursk region. The FSB is considering opening a criminal case under the article 'espionage' with a sentence of up to life imprisonment.

The President of Ukraine held a meeting on cooperation with NATO and neighboring member states. They discussed the possibility of joint defense against attacks by Russian missiles and drones.

Bulgaria's Cabinet of Ministers has authorized the military to participate in NATO's training operation in Ukraine. This decision demonstrates support for Ukraine and the strengthening of allied solidarity in NATO.

On the 16th anniversary of the Russian-Georgian war, NATO called on Russia to withdraw its troops from the occupied territories of Georgia. The Alliance emphasized that South Ossetia and Abkhazia are part of Georgia, despite 16 years of Russian occupation.

A former NATO official said that neighboring countries might want to return some of the Ukrainian territories that used to be part of those states. The Center for Strategic Communications called this a fake, pointing to official denials from the governments of these countries.

The White House has called on Turkey to stop exporting American goods to Russia that could be used for military purposes. The US is threatening consequences if Ankara does not take steps to stop the illegal trade.

The arrival of the F-16 in Ukraine could lead to the creation of new service companies, the expert believes.

The head of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine, Kyrylo Budanov, outlined his vision of victory in the war with Russia. He believes that returning to the 1991 borders is possible through a combination of military force, diplomacy, and other factors.

RTX has signed a $478 million contract with NSPA to supply GEM-T missiles to Germany. This will restore Patriot stockpiles after the assistance to Ukraine, and Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway are also participating in the financing.

Italian Eurofighter Typhoons intercepted unidentified aircraft in Baltic airspace. The fighters took off from a base in Lithuania on the orders of the NATO surveillance center in Germany.

Construction of the first line of fortifications on the NATO border with Russia and Belarus has begun in eastern Latvia. The 'Baltic Defense Line' project involves the creation of anti-tank ditches, fences and bunkers to strengthen border defense.

Ukraine has received upgraded F-16 fighters with new avionics and radars. Training of pilots and technical personnel continues, and the transfer of aircraft from other partner countries is expected.

From August 5 to 23, exercises involving U. S. and Romanian troops are taking place in Moldova. The goal is to develop operational capabilities and increase interoperability of personnel.

The President instructed diplomats to explore the possibility of forming a coalition of neighboring NATO member states to shoot down russian missiles over Ukraine. Zelenskyy proposes to consider this issue at a meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council.

German Foreign Minister Annalena Burbock has supported the deployment of US long-range missiles in the country as a means of deterring russia. The United States plans to deploy hypersonic weapons in Germany starting in 2026.

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine congratulated the Air Force on its professional holiday. He noted their effectiveness in repelling missile attacks and the rapid development of new equipment from Western partners.

The Ukrainian Defense Forces strike at the Rostov-on-Don submarine and S-400 air defense system in occupied Crimea. The $300 million boat sank in the port of Sevastopol.