War in Ukraine
Zelenskyy and Kellogg discussed the intensification of Russian strikes and protection from ballistic missiles. Ukraine is requesting the delivery of Patriot interceptors.
Ukrainian units struck fuel tanks at the port of Yeisk, after which a fire broke out at the complex. The extent of the damage is being clarified.
Ukraine's Defense Forces destroyed a Russian Su-24M and four pieces of equipment in Crimea. In the Bryansk region, drone repeaters were eliminated.
Overnight, Russian forces significantly damaged the "Lustdorf" complex in Sauvignon. There were no casualties; the scheduled Ukrainian Cup matches will be postponed.
The Foreign Minister also added that implementing Freyja is important not only for Ukraine, but also for Europe, as it will protect European skies from ballistic threats posed by russia.
Russian drones struck Zaporizhzhia, causing fires in a residential building and a warehouse. No casualties were reported.
Russia attacked the Kyiv region with ballistic missiles. In Boryspil district, one person was killed, five were injured, and civilian facilities were damaged.
Russia will agree to peace only on terms that align with Putin's war aims. ISW considers the statement confirmation of the intention to continue the war.
The Russian central bank’s gold reserves fell to 73. 2 million ounces. Over seven months, their value decreased by $33.7 billion.
The "PRIME" unit destroyed a field depot, 2 artillery pieces, 7 vehicles, 2 motorcycles, and 2 quad bikes. The strike was carried out in the North Slobozhanskyi direction.
The head of the National Security and Defense Council’s Center for Countering Disinformation called for enhanced security measures following the Russian strike on Kryvyi Rih. He added that the Russians are not using terror as a means of waging war for the first time.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine said that the Novokuybyshevsky Oil Refinery and Ozon's logistics hub in Russia's Samara region were hit. The facilities were attacked by FP-1 drones.
At night, Russian drones hit a commercial facility in central Kherson, causing a fire and significant damage. No one was injured.
Fire Point has completed ground tests of the FP-7 ballistic missile with a range of up to 200 km and will test it in an attack on Russia in the near future.
Johann Wadephul arrived in Kyiv to reaffirm support for Ukraine. He called for infrastructure to be prepared in advance for the next winter.
Russia struck Ukraine with missiles, munitions, and 217 drones. Air defense destroyed or suppressed 191 targets; hits were recorded at 41 locations.
Berlin is examining the termination of the agreement governing the operation of the "Russian House" amid suspicions of espionage. A decision may be made next week.
In Darnytsia, a foreman at a railway enterprise was killed following a Russian ballistic missile strike. At Rozdilna station in Odesa region the railway station building was damaged.
As a result of the Russian attack, 16 people were killed and 9 are missing, including two children. 130 people were injured, including 25 children. Mourning was declared on August 23.
Over the past day, there were 202 combat engagements; the Russians launched 96 airstrikes and used more than 10,900 drones. The enemy’s losses amounted to 1,240 military personnel.
The Tabaki checkpoint on the border with Moldova was damaged by Russian drones. After repairs, the passage of people and vehicles was restored.
A fire broke out at an Ozon warehouse in the Samara region after a drone attack. Nearby are enterprises that manufacture explosives and ammunition.
At training grounds in the Rostov and Moscow regions, they are checking readiness to accommodate a large number of people. ATESH links this to a new mobilization.
A fire at the Novokuybyshevsk oil refinery in the Samara region occurred following a UAV attack. The extent of the damage is currently unknown.
Russia lost 1,240 troops and 539 pieces of equipment in one day. The total losses of the Russian army since the beginning of the invasion have reached approximately 1.475 million personnel.
Two pistols and ammunition that may have been intended for Russian agents were discovered near Berlin. German services are investigating a possible connection to a person detained in Romania.
The National Guard of Ukraine transferred two Varta-2 vehicles to the Khartia Corps and another unit. The vehicles have Level 3a/b protection and can reach a speed of 110 km/h.
The Russian Ka-52 failed to hit the Ukrainian FP-1 with an Igla missile and continued the interception using its cannon. The reason may have been the drone’s low thermal signature.
There is a gasoline shortage in Russia’s Samara Oblast, and lines at gas stations stretch for up to a kilometer. The authorities have limited sales to 10 liters per person.
A Russian drone struck Kushuhum in the Zaporizhzhia region. A man was killed, while four other people were injured and are receiving medical attention.