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.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy detailed the situation at the front, emphasizing the effectiveness of Ukrainian troops and highlighting the need for international support. He also drew attention to the issue of countering drones, noting a change in the ratio in favor of Ukraine.
The SBU detained a Ukrainian Armed Forces officer who was leaking unit geolocations to the enemy and directing air attacks. He was also looking for candidates for recruitment to the FSB.
A resident of Kharkiv region, a former fighter of the Aidar battalion, has been charged in absentia. He participated in interviews for Russian propagandists, denying Russian aggression and promoting enemy narratives.
Russian troops advanced in the Serebryansky forest area and near the settlement of Olhivske in Luhansk region. This is confirmed by updated DeepState data.
121 combat engagements took place at the front, 40 of them in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy launched missile and air strikes, used kamikaze drones and shelling.
Emergency rescue operations have been completed in a 5-story building in Kharkiv that was hit by a Russian strike on August 18. As a result of the attack, 7 people died, including 2 children, and 24 more residents were injured.
Alexander Milonov, brother of Russian MP Vitaly Milonov, died in the war against Ukraine. He fought as part of the intelligence unit of the "3rd Combined Arms Army of the LPR" since January 2025.
Donald Trump stated that Ukraine will receive "a lot of land" after the war with Russia ends. He did not specify details, but noted that this would "save lives" of Ukrainians.
At the National Children's Hospital "Okhmatdyt", the restoration of the treatment and diagnostic building, damaged by aggression, is underway. Over 2000 m² of facade have already been dismantled, new windows installed, and internal premises renovated, while the hospital continues to admit patients.
On the night of August 19, Ukrainian long-range SBU drones hit two Russian ammunition depots in Bilokurakyne, Luhansk region. This weakened the supply of ammunition to the front, particularly in the Pokrovsk direction.
Ukraine has returned 1,000 bodies of fallen soldiers as a result of repatriation efforts. Among them are 5 bodies of servicemen who died in captivity, and Defenders from various directions.
The head of the Russian Foreign Ministry stated that the Kremlin "never aimed to occupy the territories of Ukraine," but is trying to "protect Russians. "
Ukraine will not accept any deal, including territorial concessions to Russia, and insists on a ceasefire. Kyiv also rejects Putin's proposal to freeze the front line and demands full compensation for damages.
The former CEO of FC "Zorya" Serhiy Rafailov has had his suspicion changed. He is accused of tax evasion of UAH 5 million and collaboration with the occupiers.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal stated that the number of Ukraine's Defense Forces will not sharply decrease after the war. This will be a planned and calculated process that will not be quick.
A video has been published showing a Russian soldier with a white armband shooting a civilian in the Rodynske area. An investigation into a war crime has been launched following the death of the person.
President Zelenskyy arrived in Washington to discuss possible peace agreement terms that were discussed between Trump and Putin in Alaska. Allies are concerned about potential territorial concessions and seek clear security guarantees for Ukraine.
In the occupied Luhansk region, over 500 teenagers and young people are involved in "student labor detachments. " They are used as free labor, which is a violation of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
US President Donald Trump will pressure Volodymyr Zelenskyy for Ukraine to cede the unoccupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions. About 75% of Ukrainians oppose any official transfer of land to Russia.
Donald Trump stated that Volodymyr Zelenskyy could immediately end the war if Ukraine renounces Crimea and NATO membership. According to the US president, "some things never change."
American senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal are considering a bill to recognize Russia and Belarus as state sponsors of terrorism. This is due to the systematic abduction of Ukrainian children during the war, which threatens their Ukrainian identity.
Putin proposed ending the war in Ukraine in exchange for full control over Donbas. Donald Trump supports these terms and urges Zelenskyy to accept the offer.
In the temporarily occupied territories, there is a critical situation with water supply, which jeopardizes the heating season. Without filling the systems with coolant, heating is impossible, and water delivery by tank trucks will not solve the problem.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In the temporarily occupied territories of Luhansk region, the occupiers are seizing cars from local residents. This is happening under the guise of "court decisions", preparing civilian transport for the needs of the Russian army.
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.
