War in Ukraine
On Independence Day, Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine would not agree to relinquish Donbas.
Epicentr confirmed that two shopping centers in Odesa were damaged as a result of the enemy attack. The company reported this on Threads.
Due to hostilities and shelling, some consumers in six regions are temporarily without electricity. Restoration is ongoing; no restrictions are expected.
As a result of Russian strikes on warehouse facilities in Odesa region, five people were injured, three of them hospitalized.
Zelenskyy said that Ukraine is already defeating Russia through will, technology, and resilience. The president emphasized the humanity of society and the strength of every achievement.
Zelenskyy said that Ukraine’s defense industry needs to scale up the production of drones and long-range systems. The President called for creating protection against Russian ballistic missiles.
Zelenskyy said that Russia miscalculated its resources and equipment, but not the readiness of Ukrainians to defend their country and fight for peace.
Robert Brovdi reported that 66 targets in the Russian rear were hit during the night of August 24. They included a MiG-29, four radar stations, energy facilities, and vessels.
Zelenskyy called for increased production of Ukrainian FP-5 Flamingo missiles for strikes against Russia. They can travel up to 3,000 km and carry 1,150 kg.
Air defense destroyed or suppressed 109 drones, three missiles, and two "Banderol" drones. Hits were recorded at 22 locations.
On Independence Day, the EU approved €6. 1 billion for Ukraine. The funds will be allocated to air defense, missiles, ammunition and radars.
Kseniia Bazylenko predicts transformation, political decisions and possible negotiations for Ukraine. She also expects economic and social challenges.
Russian Shahed attack UAVs targeted the energy infrastructure of Mykolaiv region. There were no casualties; an FPV drone also struck the Ochakiv community.
Leaders of the EU, Britain, Luxembourg, Moldova and Estonia, among others, arrived in Kyiv for Independence Day. António Costa, in particular, confirmed his visit.
Russia launched a massive missile-and-drone attack on Odesa region. Food warehouses, energy facilities, and private houses were damaged, fires broke out.
Over the past day, there were 231 combat engagements, including 35 on the Kostiantynivka front and 20 on the Pokrovsk front. Russia carried out 95 airstrikes and 3,110 shelling attacks.
On August 24, 2026, Ukraine will celebrate the 35th anniversary of its independence. The country has journeyed from a post-Soviet state to a symbol of the struggle for freedom.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham will announce in Kyiv the disclosure of SCALP technologies to create assembly lines in Ukraine. London will also continue its military support.
In Novhorod-Siverskyi district, a Russian strike caused a fire at a gas station. A 59-year-old female employee was taken to hospital.
ATESH reported the destruction of a military KamAZ truck near Rostov on the eve of Ukraine’s Independence Day. The movement links the sabotage to a Russian military serviceman.
Over the past day, the Russian army lost about 1,490 military personnel and more than 240 pieces of equipment. Total losses reached 1,478,070 personnel.
At least 25 companies will represent Ukraine at the MSPO 2026 exhibition in Kielce. They will showcase drones, electronic warfare systems, communications equipment, and cyber technologies.
Andy Burnham will meet with Zelenskyy and allies to strengthen support for Ukraine and its air defense. London will disclose data for the production of SCALP missiles.
The Russian military is practicing mobilization procedures across the country. The WSJ believes that the decision could be postponed until the State Duma elections.
At least two people, including a 4-year-old boy, were killed in central Gaza, while seven others were injured. Israel said it was intensifying the strikes.
In Kyiv, Zelenskyy held six meetings with the leaders of the Nordic and Baltic countries. The parties discussed air defense, energy, and defense financing.
Putin said that Ukraine had "opened Pandora's box" by striking Russia's economic infrastructure and threatened retaliation. He also denied the threat of food shortages.
The Russian army attacked the outskirts of Kharkiv. Rescuers evacuated eight people, including some who were injured.
Since the beginning of the day, there have been 196 combat engagements; the enemy launched 7,032 drones and dropped 194 aerial bombs. The most active areas are the Kostiantynivka, Pokrovsk and Lyman directions.
Zelenskyy said that Ukraine had proposed a grain truce and grain supply options to Russia. He called on international partners to increase pressure on Moscow.