Russian propaganda
Vasily Nebenzya said that no new mass mobilization is planned in Russia. Earlier, Ukraine reported a possible conscription of hundreds of thousands of people.
The CPD reported a new wave of Russian disinformation regarding the division of Ukraine. The Kremlin is trying to justify its aggression and sow distrust among its partners.
The Kremlin expects to have up to 100 veterans of the war against Ukraine elected to the State Duma of the Russian Federation. According to ISW analysts, the aim is to strengthen the militarization of the authorities.
Russia is spreading an alternative version of the history of the Scythian gold. The collection was lawfully returned to Ukraine in November 2023.
Ukraine's new sanctions target Russian and Chinese companies, officials, collaborators, and the "Rusal" group. Restrictions have also been imposed on the creators of "Masha and the Bear".
About 90% of the cruise missiles were shot down during Russia's August 20 strike, but ballistic missiles are much more difficult to intercept. Ukraine needs Patriot missiles.
Thirty buildings, a school, a hospital and a kindergarten were damaged in Kyiv and the region; 15 people were killed. Zelenskyy called on partners to provide Ukraine with anti-ballistic defense.
The EU reported that Russia had struck a children's hospital and civilians. Moldova condemned the flight of a Russian drone, and 15 people were killed in Kyiv.
Following Russia's massive overnight attack, Andrii Sybiha called on partners to urgently transfer interceptors to Ukraine. He added that every delay is measured in human lives.
The Center for Countering Disinformation and the State Criminal and Executive Service of Ukraine debunked reports about the escape of convicts, prisoners, or prisoners of war from a facility in the Kharkiv region. There were no escapes.
Russian dictator Putin is trying to conceal the economic damage caused by the war and Ukrainian strikes. Prices, fuel shortages, and labor shortages are increasing in Russia.
Andrii Kovalenko stated that the war of attrition is exhausting Russia's capabilities. He also warned of the consequences of strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure.
Stefan Thumann said that German intelligence services had warned him about a possible Russian operation. Because of the threat, he is changing his places of residence.
Russian “Banderol” drones struck the Zhytomyr police building. Two police officers were killed, and at least 20 people were injured.
Putin stated that the attacks had no critical consequences but caused damage. He instructed that the damaged logistics facilities be restored.
Members of parliament and activists criticized the idea of holding elections during the war. They said that the campaign could divide society and weaken Ukraine.
A former resident of Dnipropetrovsk region who fought for the “DPR” and acquired Russian citizenship has been notified in absentia of suspicion of high treason. According to the investigation, he commanded the “Akhmat” attack UAV company and issued orders to shell civilian infrastructure in Sumy and the region.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Moscow and Pyongyang are jointly working to establish a new just world order. He also noted the participation of Korean troops in expelling Ukrainian forces from the Kursk region.
The Higher Regional Court of Stuttgart sentenced a Ukrainian to 1 year and 3 months in prison for planning arson attacks commissioned by Russian intelligence. Two other defendants were acquitted.
Finnish outlet Yle noticed that on Yandex satellite maps, the positions of Bal coastal missile systems in Kronstadt had been replaced with an image of forest, although they are visible on Google Maps. The reasons for this concealment are unknown, and its effectiveness against Ukrainian intelligence is questionable.
Since the beginning of the full-scale war, Russian occupiers have damaged or destroyed 88 stadiums in Ukraine, 14 of which have been completely destroyed. Direct losses to sports infrastructure are estimated at $4 billion.
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine published the details of individuals who taught children in the temporarily occupied territories how to handle weapons and drones. The aim is to destroy Ukrainian identity and prepare them for war.
Romania’s acting defense minister said that more than 100 Russian drones had attacked Ukrainian ports on the Danube, with their debris washing up on the Romanian shore. He emphasized that the war has indirect consequences for Romania, but that the level of risk has not increased.
SBU counterintelligence officers prevented a series of terrorist attacks in Odesa Oblast by detaining a 27-year-old agent of the Russian Federation. At the enemy’s direction, the woman made three explosive devices and planned to blow up a vehicles belonging to the Defense Forces.
Russian state-owned bank VEB dismissed Andrei Klepach after his remarks about losing the war of attrition and a possible social crisis. He had held the position for 12 years.
In the Russian edition of Pope Francis’s autobiography “Hope,” statements about homosexuality and transgender people were blacked out. Passages about blessing same-sex unions were censored.
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.
Russia’s Ministry of Defense and Russian milbloggers continue to exaggerate Russian advances in the Oleksandrivka and Huliaipole directions. According to ISW analysts, the Kremlin is using artificial intelligence to portray Russia’s "successes" at the front.
Russia’s Ministry of Transport plans to provide the state with actual data on citizens’ movements by transport. Law enforcement agencies will be able to track trips almost in real time.
VEB Chief Economist Andrey Klepach said that Russia is losing the technological and economic competition, including to Ukraine. He predicts a social crisis in the Russian Federation due to rising costs and a declining economy.