Ukraine and the Dominican Republic agreed to strengthen economic cooperation. They discussed the prospects for increasing trade and the possibility of turning the Dominican Republic into a logistics hub for Ukrainian exports in the region.
US President Joe Biden meets with Russian opposition leader Vladimir Kara-Murza in the Oval Office. Kara-Murza was released from a Russian prison as part of a large-scale prisoner exchange between the United States, Russia and other countries.
The State Customs Service of Ukraine has completed the implementation of a new automated customs clearance system at all automobile checkpoints. The system optimizes processes, simplifies procedures and is integrated with a new risk management system.
A man who opened fire in a village in Ternopil region has been notified of being suspected of the premeditated murder of two people. The suspect faces life imprisonment, and the issue of detention is being decided.
Russian occupants are planning provocations and terrorist attacks on August 24 in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. Citizens are advised to avoid crowded places from August 23 to 25.
Starting August 17, the southern and southwestern regions of Ukraine are expected to experience a heat wave of up to +37°. The hot weather may last until August 21-22, but it will not be completely dry.
Ukraine completes its third harvest during the war, harvesting 28. 5 million tons of grain. The opening of the sea corridor allowed Ukraine to export 44 million tons of grain and reach pre-war export levels.
The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a resolution on automatic verification of the data of conscripts and persons liable for military service. The changes concern the registration of conscripts, verification of documents abroad, and the formation of a register of men aged 16-60.
Ukrenergo predicts a shortage of electricity next week due to the heat wave. Consumption may increase by 10-12%, and the company may take measures to limit consumption and attract assistance from European countries.
During the operation of the sea corridor, Ukraine has exported more than 42 million tons of agricultural products. Today, almost 70% of agricultural products are exported by sea, which is slightly less than before the full-scale invasion.
The Center for Public Integrity has detected a new wave of russian disinformation about the events in the Kursk region. The fakes concern “Ukrainian Nazis,” Western journalists, “false flag” provocations, and the participation of foreigners in the operation.
The occupation authorities of the “LPR” signed a cooperation agreement with Roscosmos in the space sector. Luhansk RMA reminds that the occupied territory lacks the necessary resources and infrastructure for space activities.
Ukrainian farmers harvested 28. 5 million tons of grain and 3.4 million tons of oilseeds. Wheat and barley have been threshed on 100% of the area, with Odesa region leading the way.
The U. S. has a limited supply of ATACMS missiles for Ukraine and believes they would be better used for strikes in Crimea. Some officials are concerned that Ukraine may have created weaknesses in its front line by sending experienced forces to the Kursk region.
A law on the legalization of medical cannabis has come into force in Ukraine. It regulates the production and circulation of cannabis for the treatment of cancer and other diseases, as well as post-traumatic stress disorders.
The government plans to submit a new draft law on public procurement to the Rada with a number of important changes. New deadlines, a ban on procurement from certain countries, simplified procedures and other innovations are proposed.
The US State Department has approved a potential $5 billion sale of 600 Patriot anti-aircraft missiles to Germany. This will help Germany strengthen its air defense in line with new NATO plans.
Transparency in the selection of the head of the Deposit Guarantee Fund is one of the keys to receiving IMF financial assistance.
Forecasters predict a heat wave in Ukraine, which will lead to an increase in electricity consumption. The Energy Ministry urges consumers to save money and businesses to import electricity to avoid supply restrictions.
The SBU detained three FSB agents in Kherson who were collecting intelligence on the Defense Forces. The criminals planned to attract more “like-minded people” through the Telegram channel for espionage.
On the night of August 16, air defense systems shot down 2 Shakhtys in southern Ukraine. On August 15, 2 reconnaissance and 4 attack UAVs were destroyed. In Mykolaiv region, the enemy attacked a community with two FPV drones, no casualties were reported.
Russian troops fired 23 times at the border areas of Sumy region. There were 65 explosions in 8 communities, including artillery, mortar, rocket and air strikes.
The Canadian Ministry of Defense has stated that Ukraine can freely use the provided armored vehicles on the territory of Russia. Canada does not impose geographical restrictions on the use of military equipment transferred to Ukraine.
At night, 5 drones launched by Russia were shot down over Ukraine. The enemy also attacked with 3 Iskander-M ballistic missiles. Mobile firing groups and electronic warfare assets were involved in the air battle.
There were 144 combat engagements in the frontline, almost a third of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 7 missile and 74 air strikes, dropping 101 drones. Defense forces are repelling the attacks.
In Ukraine, on August 16, it will be mostly without precipitation, with some rain in the west. The temperature at night will be 10-20°, during the day 24-34°. In the Kyiv region, it is dry, up to 29° during the day.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has updated data on the losses of the Russian army in Ukraine. Over the past day, the occupiers lost 1,330 soldiers, 12 tanks and 59 artillery systems.
The United States considers Ukraine's invasion of Kursk region a defensive move, but expresses concern about further advancement. Washington is trying to determine Ukraine's goals and assess the use of American weapons.
An air alert has been declared in the capital and several regions of Ukraine. The Kyiv City State Administration urges residents to immediately go to civil defense shelters.
There were 111 combat engagements over the last day, the situation was the most intense in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 5 missile and 53 air strikes, engaged 502 kamikaze drones and fired over 3,100 times.
