War in Ukraine
U. S. Deputy Representative to the UN Dan Negrea stated that Washington will continue to support negotiations to end the war. The United States will also facilitate the reunification of families separated by the war.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu condemned the violation of airspace after a drone crashed in the village of Crocmaz. She called it a direct consequence of Russia's war, which threatens people's lives.
A UN Security Council meeting dedicated to violations of the rights of Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilians was held in New York. Participants presented testimony of torture and emphasized the need to increase pressure on Russia.
Russian drones attacked the Shostka community in Sumy Oblast, damaging a non-residential building, an infrastructure facility and a country house. Due to the threat of repeated attacks, rescuers temporarily suspended operations; information about those injured is being уточнено.
Canada has imposed sanctions on the defense company Streit Group for supplying products to Russia’s military-industrial complex. The company manufactures armored vehicles used by Russia’s National Guard in the war against Ukraine.
Over the past day, there were 170 combat engagements; the enemy carried out 59 airstrikes and dropped 180 guided aerial bombs. The most active fighting is ongoing in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions.
The enemy attacked Kherson’s critical infrastructure from the air. Disruptions to electricity and water supplies are being observed throughout the city, with three districts partially without power.
President Zelenskyy said that Russia had received additional ballistic missiles from North Korea and planned to deploy additional troops. He emphasized that this creates threats not only for Ukraine, but also for Japan and Korea.
As a result of enemy strikes, a residential building was damaged and three settlements in the Bilenkivska community were left without power, while another was partially affected. Energy workers will begin restoration when the security situation allows.
The Supreme Court of Russia upheld a lawsuit filed by the Rodina party and annulled the registration of Yabloko’s list for the State Duma elections. The party plans to appeal the decision, which will not take effect until the procedures are completed.
On the evening of August 10, a MiG-29 fighter jet was lost during a combat mission in Odesa Oblast. The pilot successfully ejected and was evacuated to a medical facility; the causes of the incident are being established.
President Zelenskyy heard a report from National Security and Defense Council Secretary Klymenko and planned to strengthen the agency’s capabilities. Organizational and personnel decisions have been approved for a more prompt response to challenges.
An Austrian company from Vienna supplied equipment for the production of engines for Russian missiles and fighter jets by falsifying certificates. A 28-year-old Belarusian citizen has been detained; the damage amounts to €3.3 million.
Commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces Robert Brovdi stated that Russia is working to increase its simultaneous missile salvo to 200 units. He stressed that this concerns not only ballistic missiles and urged people not to spread exaggerated headlines.
Acting Minister of Defense Yevhenii Khmara held talks with his Swedish and Norwegian counterparts. They discussed support for financing drones, countering ballistic threats, and long-term projects.
Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Poland are increasing the security of critical infrastructure amid fears that Russia may organize an attack using Ukrainian drones. Intelligence services warn of a possible provocation aimed at destabilizing NATO.
Only one project has been approved for the construction of the heating network in Teremky; alternative routes were part of the search for the optimal solution. The removal of trees is a necessary step for laying the heating main; after the work is completed, the area will be restored.
Ukrainian forces struck the Tobolskneftekhim plant, which produces raw materials for the Russian defense industry. The central gas fractionation unit, with an annual capacity of 6.6 million tonnes, was hit.
In the Kyiv region, they plan to strengthen gas station security by introducing automatic alerts about air raids and updating protocols for staff. It was also decided to clear gas stations of abandoned cars and equip shelters.
The Ambassador of Ukraine stated that the Defense Forces did not direct drones toward Bulgaria. Ukraine is open to cooperation in the investigation of the incident that occurred on August 8.
The Ministry of Defense has granted Ukrainian companies access to the Avengers Labs platform, containing 5 million battlefield images. The AI system detects 70% of enemy targets in real time.
The President of Ukraine held a meeting with the military leadership on implementing the plan for long-range sanctions and middle strikes. Operations were adjusted, and attention was paid to air defense needs.
Ukrainian Air Force spokesperson Yurii Ihnat urged Ukrainian media not to use headlines about "missiles not intercepted," as this plays into the enemy's hands. He emphasized that presenting information in this way fuels pessimism among the population.
Ukrainian troops are strengthening their positions in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone by setting up checkpoints, trenches, and anti-drone nets. This is related to its proximity to Belarus and the risk of new attacks.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced personnel changes in the Armed Forces, discussing the proposals with Commander-in-Chief Mykhailo Drapatyi.
Record-low water levels on the Danube are limiting grain flows through Romania, while Russian strikes are diverting Ukrainian exports from Odesa. This is increasing costs and delays, threatening global food supplies.
Twenty-four people, including two children, were injured as a result of Russian airstrikes on Zaporizhzhia. Rescuers have completed the aftermath response, while municipal services are restoring the damaged buildings.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation, said that the mobilization of women and changes concerning parents of three children are not planned. Petitions proposing changes to these provisions had previously been registered.
The State Commission approved exhumation research in the Lviv, Rivne, Kyiv, Ternopil and Volyn regions. The decision was adopted to implement agreements with Poland and preserve memorial sites.
A serviceman who in September 2025 shot a man and a woman with an automatic rifle and also robbed a house was sentenced to life imprisonment. The court took into account that he had previously been convicted of intentional murder.