ISW analysts believe that the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donetsk Oblast without a complete ceasefire is risky. This could lead to significant losses and complicate the defense of other territories.
In the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, the price of imported water increased from 50 to 80 rubles per 5-liter bottle. This happened due to the destruction of infrastructure and the terror of the occupiers against local entrepreneurs and residents.
Donald Trump proposed holding a trilateral Ukraine-US-Russia summit on August 22. Putin is making demands for territorial concessions from Ukraine and recognition of Russia's sovereignty over captured Ukrainian territories.
On the evening of August 16, Sloviansk was shelled by "Italmas" drones. A woman was injured, and houses in two microdistricts were damaged.
After meeting with Putin in Alaska, US President Donald Trump proposed to European leaders a plan to end the war in Ukraine by transferring unoccupied territories to Russia. This plan, which involves abandoning a ceasefire, will be discussed with Zelenskyy on Monday at the White House.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected Donald Trump's proposal to transfer Donetsk Oblast to freeze the front. Trump believes Ukraine should make a deal with Russia.
Forced evacuation of families with children has begun in five settlements in Donetsk Oblast. Approximately 1,879 children remain in these settlements.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin proposed freezing the front in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions. This happened in exchange for the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donetsk region during a meeting with Donald Trump.
Donald Trump proposed that Ukraine abandon the unoccupied territories of Donbas in exchange for a ceasefire and non-aggression guarantees. Zelensky and European leaders rejected this idea.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Staff, where the situation at the front was discussed. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are having success in the Dobropillia and Pokrovsk directions, destroying the occupiers.
Donald Trump, in a conversation with European leaders and Zelenskyy, stated that Putin demands Ukraine to cede control over the entire Donbas. European leaders confirmed that Ukraine independently decides on its territory and needs security guarantees.
Russian troops captured Popiv Yar in the Dobropillia direction and Ivano-Daryivka in Siversk. The enemy continues active offensive actions in several directions.
Russia launched a ballistic missile and 85 drones at Ukraine overnight. 61 drones were neutralized, but there were missile hits and 24 drones hit 12 locations.
During the negotiations between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska, enemy drones attacked Chernihiv and Sumy regions. KABs were also launched in Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk regions.
The UK Ministry of Defense predicts that it will take Russia more than 4. 4 years to fully capture four Ukrainian regions. During this time, Russia could lose up to 2 million troops.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported increased pressure on Russian occupiers in the Pokrovsk and Dobropillia directions. The Staff meeting discussed strengthening defense and financing Ukraine's security sector.
In the Pokrovsk direction, the Ukrainian military stopped the enemy's advance and cleared seven settlements. The enemy suffered significant losses in manpower and equipment.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities continue even on the day of negotiations, which indicates a lack of intention to end the war. He emphasized the importance of a strong US position for an honest end to the war.
Two law enforcement officers, Roman Penkov and Valentyn Havrysh, were killed during enemy shelling in Sviatohirsk, Donetsk region. Their car came under fire while they were performing their official duties.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Staff, where they discussed the situation at the front, the development of a contract army, and defense financing for 2025-2026. The successes of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Pokrovsk and Dobropillia directions, as well as the strengthening of positions in the Zaporizhzhia region, were noted.
President Zelenskyy emphasized the need for real steps from Russia to end the war. He stressed Ukraine's readiness to respond to threats and inform partners about the situation at the front.
Starting in September, students in grades 1-4 across Ukraine and grades 5-11 in frontline regions will receive free meals. The government has allocated almost UAH 780 million to support the program.
The head of the Russian General Staff prepared a map of Donetsk region with non-existent "paths of sabotage and reconnaissance group advancement. " This is intended to create the impression of "control" over the front and alleged readiness for a rapid offensive.
Law enforcement officers exposed a large-scale scheme of forging court decisions in the Maryinka District Court in Donetsk region, 5 suspicions have been served. The scheme allowed evading mobilization for 3 thousand dollars, and one of the judges justified Russia's aggression.
All civilians who returned from Russian captivity on August 14 need urgent medical attention. Many of them have been held captive since 2016-2019, including teachers and doctors.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine struck the Syzran oil refinery in the Samara region of the Russian Federation and the command post of the 132nd separate motorized rifle brigade in Yenakiieve. A fire and explosions were recorded at the oil refinery, both targets were hit.
On the night of August 15, the enemy attacked Ukraine with missiles and 97 attack UAVs. Defense forces shot down 63 drones, hits were recorded by missiles and 34 UAVs.
The number of Russian attacks on Ukrainian emergency services tripled in July 2025, reaching 16 incidents. Deliberate "double tap" attacks on fire and medical vehicles violate the Geneva Convention.
Explosions were heard in temporarily occupied Yenakiieve, Donetsk region, during a massive drone attack. Russian media report on detonation at the impact sites, and videos of flashes are circulating online.
Forced evacuation of over 1800 children from Druzhkivka and several villages has been announced in the Donetsk region. This decision was made due to daily shelling of the region by Russian troops.
