Russian occupiers attacked a mine in Donetsk Oblast, as a result of which one worker was killed and four were injured. 148 miners, blocked underground due to power outage, have been rescued.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with the military, discussing the situation at the front and in the border areas, the creation of reserves, and cooperation with partners on security guarantees. Special attention was paid to the border regions of Sumy and Kharkiv oblasts, as well as Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia oblasts.
In Kostiantynivka, Russian troops struck a fire and rescue unit. The building and a fire truck were damaged, but the personnel were not injured.
In Donetsk region, a serviceman attempted to sell weapons for over 1. 7 million UAH. He exchanged 26 grenades and 9 grenade launchers for a drone, which he then resold for 40,000 UAH.
By the end of August, at least 30,000 places for evacuees, including those with limited mobility, will be prepared in 15 regions of Ukraine and Kyiv. This will help relieve transit centers and ensure comfortable conditions.
On August 25, Kostiantynivka was hit by an airstrike with five FAB-250 bombs, wounding four civilians. 21 apartment buildings and power lines were damaged.
Since the beginning of the evacuation from dangerous areas of Sumy region, 60,000 people have left, including 8,000 children. And recently, within a week, 47 residents, including 9 children, have been evacuated from the border communities of Sumy region.
Ukrainian troops regained control over Novomykhailivka in Donetsk region, expelling Russian occupiers. The operation was carried out by the Main Directorate of Intelligence (GUR) and the 2nd Assault Battalion of the Third Assault Brigade.
Ukraine conducted its 68th prisoner exchange on Independence Day. Military personnel and civilians returned, including journalists and the former mayor of Kherson.
President Zelenskyy thanked the military for long-range strikes and announced "good surprises" for Russians in Donbas. Details will be announced by the Commander-in-Chief.
The AFU successfully counterattacked and liberated Mykhailivka, Zelenyi Hai, and Volodymyrivka in Donetsk Oblast. Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi awarded the soldiers for their resilience.
The "Yellow Ribbon" movement presented the 24independence. day platform for congratulating residents of the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine on Independence Day. The website allows sending personal greetings and words of support, uniting Ukrainians.
Ukraine successfully consolidates European partners and prevents capitulation at negotiations in Istanbul. The country has achieved significant successes in the development and testing of new models of missile weapons and drones.
Ukrainian military, together with RDK and the HUR MO's "Brotherhood," stopped the Russian offensive in Donetsk region, preventing their advance to the Dnipropetrovsk region. During the battles, 16 prisoners were captured, including "flag bearers" for staged videos.
Servicemen of the 37th Marine Brigade and the 214th Separate Assault Battalion OPFOR are holding Zelenyi Hai in Donetsk region. The enemy is trying to regain control, but Ukrainian military personnel are holding their positions.
Over 237,000 people, including 17,200 children, need to be evacuated from Dnipropetrovsk and Donetsk regions. From June 1 to August 22, over 64,000 people have already been evacuated.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Volodymyr Kolosov as head of Pokrovsk RAA in Donetsk region.
As a result of the shelling, the building of the State Emergency Service unit in Dobropillia was damaged. Personnel and equipment were not affected.
The "Yellow Ribbon" movement adorned the occupied cities of Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, Kherson regions, and Crimea with Ukrainian flags. The action took place on August 23, Ukraine's National Flag Day, covering Yevpatoria, Sevastopol, Donetsk, Luhansk, Zhdanivka, Henichesk, Berdiansk, Mariupol, Simferopol, and Nova Kakhovka.
As a result of the night attack by the Russian Federation with drones, hits were recorded in Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk, and Sumy regions.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 49 Shahed drones and decoys. Air defense forces neutralized 36 enemy UAVs in the north, east, and center of the country.
Late in the evening on August 22, Kramatorsk was subjected to massive shelling, with over three dozen explosions recorded. The city military administration urges residents to remain in shelters due to the persistent threat.
On August 22, Russian troops shelled the private sector of Kramatorsk, causing 10 explosions. Three people were injured, two of them in moderate condition.
Russian troops tried to advance 22 times in the Pokrovsk direction, and battles are also ongoing in the Kupyansk, North-Slobozhansky, and Kursk directions. Ukrainian defenders are successfully repelling enemy attacks.
83% of Ukrainians want to link their lives with Ukraine, although this figure has decreased. 73% of respondents believe in victory over Russia.
The city of Kostiantynivka was subjected to massive shelling by Russian troops, which led to the destruction of the gas distribution station and residential buildings. Gas supply to residents has been completely stopped, and one civilian has been wounded.
Over the past day, 116 combat engagements took place. The enemy launched 2 missile and 49 air strikes, using 1850 kamikaze drones.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia is sending indecent signals regarding the end of the war, continuing massive attacks. Moscow is trying to avoid a meeting at the leaders' level.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin demands that Ukraine withdraw troops from Donbas and refuse to join NATO. In return, Moscow is ready to stop the war along the current front line in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported on the clearing of six settlements in the Pokrovsk direction. Ukrainian units eliminated hundreds of Russian soldiers, despite the enemy's numerical superiority.
