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Russian occupants regrouped assault groups in Vovchansk. Since the beginning of the day, there have been 4 firefights in the area of Vovchansk and Lypky.

Three UAVs attacked a “strategically important bridge” in Russia's Bryansk region. Two drones struck the bridge area, damaging the post building, while the third flew toward Belaya Berizka.

The head of the Pokrovsk MVA calls on residents to evacuate within 1-2 weeks due to the Russian military offensive. Every day 500-600 people leave, and forced evacuation of children is expected this week.

Most of the preparations for the heating season in Mykolaiv region have been completed. The region is installing solar panels to ensure the energy independence of critical infrastructure, spending about EUR 4 million.

From August 19 to August 25, a Full Moon is expected and a rapid change of mood in all zodiac signs. Astrologer advises to stay calm, avoid conflicts and big financial decisions.

A 19-year-old tourist from Ukraine engraved his initials on the wall of the Colosseum. He was detained, fined and drawn up a report, and the mayor of Rome condemned this act of vandalism.

The Russian army attacked 8 settlements in 3 border communities in Chernihiv region. They used artillery, FPV drones, and explosives from UAVs, with no casualties among the local population.

Due to the heat wave, electricity consumption in Ukraine will increase, causing a shortage. Scheduled blackouts will take place from 17:00 to 21:00. Electricity is expected to be imported from 5 countries, 498 settlements are without power.

In the city of Kilia, a 73-year-old man is suspected of shooting through his neighbors' fence and then going to a playground with a revolver. Police seized the weapon and opened an investigation under the article on hooliganism.

The President of Ukraine said that the Russian occupation of ZNPP poses a threat to radiation safety. Zelensky emphasized the need to return the plant to Ukrainian control to ensure safety.

Ukrposhta has presented a new stamp “Everything will be UA!” to mark the 33rd anniversary of Ukraine's independence. The stamp was designed by Nikita Titov, known for the Peredovaya issue, and pre-orders are open on World Philatelic Day.

Democratic Senator Mark Kelly said that Ukraine's actions in the Kursk region of Russia could change the course of the war. He supported the use of American weapons on Russian territory in the context of Russia's illegal invasion.

Russian troops conducted 333 attacks on 10 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region. They used air strikes, UAVs, MLRS and artillery, and damaged residential buildings and infrastructure.

In Proletarsk, Rostov region, Russia, a fire at an oil depot attacked by Ukrainian drones on the night of August 18 has been extinguished for two days. Because of the smoke, authorities asked residents to limit their time outside.

Elon Musk has denied the information that he presented a Cybertruck electric pickup truck to Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov. He called this report an example of a lie by the traditional media.

the russian defense ministry reported the destruction of 4 ukrainian drones over the Kursk and Belgorod regions.

At night and in the morning, Russian troops fired 21 times at the border areas of Sumy region. There were 33 explosions in 8 communities, including air strikes, artillery and drone attacks.

Air defense destroyed three Shahed UAVs in Mykolaiv region. The enemy fired on Kutsurubska and Ochakivska communities, damaging a residential building and setting off fires. There were no casualties.

At night, Russian troops attacked Kozachya Lopan, damaging two houses. During the day, the occupiers also shelled other settlements in Kharkiv region, injuring one woman in Kupiansk.

There were 145 combat engagements in the frontline, almost a third of which took place in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy carried out 79 air strikes and over 4,600 attacks, and Ukrainian forces repelled numerous attacks in different directions.

Hurricane Ernesto has weakened to a tropical storm as it moves away from Bermuda. The storm has caused power and water outages in the Caribbean and is expected to strengthen near Newfoundland.

The Washington Post reported on the visit of its journalists to Suzha, accompanied by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The journalists interviewed at least a dozen local residents and documented the extent of Ukrainian control.

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4. 1 was recorded in eastern Turkey. The tremor occurred in the Karliova district of Bingel province at a depth of 7 km at 21:15 local time.

A car explodes in Tel Aviv, killing a man suspected of terrorism. Police are investigating the incident, and a passerby on an electric scooter was also injured.

U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken arrived in Tel Aviv as part of his Middle East tour. He will hold talks with the Israeli leadership on a ceasefire agreement and the release of hostages in Gaza.

The British Prime Minister instructed to develop a plan for comprehensive support for Ukraine. A special group was created to formulate a unified British policy toward Ukraine.

There were 110 combat engagements over the last day, with the largest number of combat engagements in the Pokrovsk sector - 33. The Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled most of the attacks, destroying a significant amount of enemy equipment and manpower.

The fire at the oil depot in Proletarsk, Rostov Region, attacked by Ukrainian drones, continues. Three fire trains have been deployed, and a high alert regime has been introduced, but there is no threat of the fire spreading to residential buildings.

Ukrainian troops took control of Opanasivka, Snahost and Otruba in Kursk region. At the same time, Russian occupants are making progress in some settlements in Donetsk region.

On August 18, Russian troops attacked 13 communities in Sumy region, with 222 explosions recorded. Artillery, aviation, drones and MLRS were used. There were civilian casualties and injuries.