The EU is shocked by the sentencing of Russian/US citizen Ksenia Karelin for donating less than 50 euros to a Ukrainian organization. A Russian court sentenced the ballerina to 12 years for “high treason” for transferring funds to the Razom for Ukraine Foundation.
Japan has ordered 12 minibuses and 8 trailers from Ukrainian manufacturers for the SES. The equipment is part of JICA's support package for demining in Ukraine, with a total funding of more than $70 million.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi informed the President about the continuation of intense fighting in the Pokrovske and Toretske sectors. As of 16:00, the number of combat engagements increased to 75, with the most active enemy actions in the Pokrovsk sector.
Ukrainian troops advance by 1-3 km in some areas in the Kursk region of Russia. Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrsky reports to Zelensky on the controlled situation and fighting in the area of Mala Loknya.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi had a telephone conversation with US General Charles Brown. The parties discussed the operational and strategic situation, as well as the critical needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for weapons and military equipment.
A monument to Lenin was dismantled in the Russian city of Sudzha, which the Ukrainian Armed Forces took control of. The Ministry of Culture of Ukraine released a photo and hinted at the continuation of the decommunization process.
In Cherkasy region, the SBU exposed the rector of a UOC-MP church who justified Russia's war against Ukraine. The clergyman distributed videos calling for not resisting aggression and discrediting the country's leadership.
Due to the closure of the Kolotylivka-Pokrovka checkpoint, Ukrainian citizens are advised to return via Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Georgia or Turkey. The Foreign Intelligence Service warns of the risks of filtration measures by Russia and Belarus.
Starting August 19, a curfew will be in effect in Kurakhove from 17:00 to 09:00. The head of the Donetsk RMA urged local residents to evacuate the frontline area and follow safety rules.
Ukrainian defense forces have destroyed a bridge over the Seim River near Glushkovo in the Kursk region of Russia. This was done to disrupt Russian logistical routes and isolate part of the territory controlled by the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine has created a dashboard to track the implementation of Ukraine's plan under the EU's Ukraine Facility program. The dashboard allows the government, partners, and the public to monitor the progress of the indicators.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved changes that allow all employees of large telecom companies to be booked. This applies to operators with revenues over UAH 200 million and providers with revenues over UAH 20 million that provide Internet during power outages.
Ukrenergo reports that there are no plans to cut off electricity in Ukraine on August 17. However, Ukrainians are urged to conserve electricity during the day, especially from 16:00 to 24:00.
ARMA has announced tenders to select appraisers and managers for Medvedchuk's seized property. This includes factories, a sports center, apartments and a house.
The Ombudsman's Office organized the departure of a woman with limited mobility from the occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia region. The citizen, who needed special care, was successfully reunited with her family in the territory controlled by Ukraine.
Yevhen Sokur, acting deputy head of the State Tax Service, allegedly entered false information in his 2023 declaration. He did not indicate his cohabitant, with whom he has been living since 2016, which may lead to liability.
The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reports 75 combat engagements at the front as of 16:00. The enemy is most active in the Pokrovsk sector, where almost a third of all attacks took place.
The advisor to the head of the Presidential Administration believes that Russia's significant tactical defeats and changes in the mood of its population could become tools for a potential start of negotiations. Podolyak emphasized the importance of military pressure and influence on public opinion in Russia. .
Belarus has intensified its information campaign against Ukraine, claiming a threat from it. The goal is to distract Ukrainian forces from important frontline areas amid the events in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation.
How a special equipment manufacturer from Brovary works during the war.
Ukraine concealed plans for an operation in the Kursk region, achieving the effect of surprise. According to an Estonian officer, the Ukrainian Armed Forces control over 500 square kilometers of territory, and Russia is not ready for a serious counteroffensive.
In Cherkasy region, the SBU exposed the rector of a UOC (MP) church for justifying the war crimes of the occupiers. He was notified of suspicion and faces up to 8 years in prison.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has codified and authorized the Buffalo MPV armored personnel carrier for delivery to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This armored vehicle, manufactured using MRAP technology, is considered one of the safest in the world.
The Cabinet of Ministers has distinguished between the categories of persons with dependents and those who provide permanent care. The mechanism for obtaining a certificate of permanent care was improved and the procedure for its issuance was regulated.
The Supreme Allied Commander Europe said that Russia's response to the events in the Kursk region has been slow and scattered.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba discussed bilateral relations and political dialogue with his Indian counterpart. The conversation took place amid reports of a possible visit of the Indian Prime Minister to Ukraine.
Russia is recovering from the initial chaos caused by the Ukrainian army's offensive in the Kursk region. Ukrainian troops have advanced 10-25 km deep into Russia, controlling more than 1,000 km² of territory.
The President of Ukraine has appointed Vladyslav Vlasiuk as the Advisor-Commissioner for Sanctions Policy. The powers of the new commissioner are not defined in the decree.
The State Emergency Service reports a twofold increase in fires in Ukraine's ecosystems compared to last summer. Since the beginning of the year, 29 thousand fires have been recorded, 1200 of which were caused by enemy shelling.
More than 100,000 school diaries with Russian propaganda are to be distributed in the occupied Donetsk region. The diaries were developed by pseudo-historians with funding from the Kremlin and contain distorted historical facts.
