12:12 Munz: Russia's Response to the Election Wins of AfD and BSW
Russian Elections News Spreads to Thuringia and Saxony DiscussionsThe recent election outcomes in Thuringia and Saxony are also a subject of interest in Russia. Russian journalist Rainer Munz, reporting for ntv, shares insights on the reception to the AfD and BSW's electoral victories and explores how Moscow deals with what might have been the largest drone attack on the capital city of Russia.
11:40 Putin Applauds Russian Milestone AdvancementsRussian President Vladimir Putin has commended the swift progress made by his troops in invading neighboring Ukraine, speaking to students. Putin acknowledged Ukraine's attempts to halt the Russian advance in the Donbass region with a counteroffensive in Kursk, but it proved to be futile. He said, "We're not talking about advancing 200-300 meters, but several square kilometers. That's the pace of the offensive in the Donbass we haven't seen in a long time." En route to Mongolia, Putin stopped in Tuva, the Siberian republic, to teach a new subject introduced following the war, titled "Dialogues about the Essential," intended to foster stronger connections between children and the Kremlin's political agenda. Putin frequently assumes the role of the head teacher on the first day of school in recent years. In his public lesson, he reiterated his assertion that the invasion aimed to protect Russia.
11:07 Ukraine Reports Intercepting 22 Missiles and Destroying 20 DronesUkraine's air force declares they have thwarted 22 out of 35 missiles and caused damage to 20 out of 23 Russian attack drones. 22 missiles and 13 cruise missiles were reportedly intercepted in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Poltava, Mykolaiv, and Zaporizhzhia.
10:36 CCTV Captures Russian Missile Strike in KharkivKharkiv has endured continuous Russian missile attacks for days, as per Ukrainian reports, with at least 10 missiles targeted at the city on Sunday, inflicting injury on numerous civilians.
10:01 sumy Injuries Count Rises in Russian AttackThe patient count following a Russian missile attack on Sumy, a city in northeastern Ukraine, has increased. The latest update from Ukraine's Interior Ministry indicates that 18 individuals have been injured, including 6 children. Earlier reports indicated at least 13 civilians, including 4 children, were wounded in the attack, targeting a rehabilitation center for children and an orphanage. The security situation in Sumy has worsened since August 6, marking the beginning of cross-border intrusion into the neighboring Russian region of Kursk. Sumy, home to around 250,000 residents, lies approximately 350 kilometers east of Kyiv.
09:29 Two Injured in Russian Strike on Ukrainian CapitalRussia has once again targeted Kyiv with missiles (see entries 05:39 and 06:20). Authorities reported at least 2 people were injured due to fallen debris from downed missiles, and damage was sustained to property and infrastructure. An air alert was in effect for nearly two hours.
08:57 ISW: Majority of Russians Support War in UkraineThe Russian populace remains supportive of the conflict in Ukraine, even post-Kursk incursion, according to a recent ISW report based on Levada Center surveys. The Russian public's backing for the military operation in Ukraine even grew in August, with approximately 78% of respondents empathizing with the war – an increase from 75% in July and 77% in June. ISW experts attributed the steady commitment of the Russian populace to prolonging the war against Ukraine.
08:11 Ukraine Releases Russian Troop Casualty FiguresThe Ukrainian General Staff has issued new Russian troop casualty statistics in Ukraine. The data shows that Russia has sustained around 617,600 troops in Ukraine since February 24, 2022, averaging a daily loss of 1,300. Reports from Kyiv also mention the destruction of nine tanks, 10 artillery systems, one medium artillery rocket system, and 30 drones. Since the large-scale invasion, Ukraine claims Russia has lost 8,601 tanks, 17,646 artillery systems, 368 aircraft, 328 helicopters, as well as drones, ships, and a submarine. Western estimates, however, suggest lower figures.
07:29 Saporishshia Bombarded 171 Times in a DayRussian forces have bombarded the Ukrainian region of Saporishshia 171 times within a 24-hour period, as per the Telegram post by Ivan Fedorow, the military governor of Saporishshia. Four Russian air strikes were carried out on Lobkove, Pjatschatki, and Nowoandriiwka, involving 95 drones.
07:03 Survivors Extracted from Kharkiv RubbleRescue workers successfully extracted a survivor from the debris of a collapsed event hall in Kharkiv, Ukraine, following a Russian airstrike, according to Reuters. The rescued individual reported feeling well post-extraction. The Russian missile strikes on Kharkiv on Sunday afternoon claimed over 40 casualties, impacting a shopping mall and event hall.
06:20 Pyro Technics and Blasts: Major Russian Air Assault on KyivRussia has initiated an offensive against Ukraine utilizing numerous drones, over a dozen cruise missiles, and numerous ballistic missiles. The Ukrainian air force suggests that the attack targeted Kyiv, along with potentially other cities. Amidst a series of blasts in Kyiv, many residents promptly sought refuge in air-raid shelters. Mayor Vitali Klitschko stated that emergency services were dispatched to the Holosiyivskyi and Solomianskyi districts. Klitschko also stated through Telegram that there were several fires, as did the head of the Kyiv military administration, Serhiy Popko. In the Shevchenkivskyi district, one individual reportedly sustained injuries from falling debris. "There will be a response for everything. The adversary will feel it," asserted the head of the Ukrainian presidential office, Andriy Yermak, on Telegram.
05:39 Blasts: Russian Missile Attack Impacting KyivThe Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, has once more become the site of a Russian missile assault, per Ukrainian military communiqués. Air defense units are engaged to counter the attack, Ukrainian military representatives announced through the Telegram messaging service. Bystanders in Kyiv report numerous loud blasts, indicative of the use of air defense systems. The exact number of missiles launched and any potential damage is yet to be determined.
04:46 Putin: Chinese Gas Pipeline Construction ProgressingPreparations for the construction of a new Russian gas pipeline through Mongolia to China are unfolding as planned, according to President Vladimir Putin. In an interview with the Mongolian newspaper "Onoodor," published on the Kremlin's website, Putin stated that a feasibility study was approved, and necessary technical investigations were carried out in January 2022. The anticipated pipeline, "Power of Siberia 2," is expected to transport 50 billion cubic meters of natural gas per year from the Russian Yamal region to China via Mongolia.
03:34 Russians Bomb Childcare Center in Sumy - 13 InjuredRussian troops have bombarded a facility for social and psychological rehabilitation of children and an orphanage in Sumy with rockets, as reported by "Ukrainska Pravda." Thirteen people have been injured, including two children. The structure is situated in a residential area, the newspaper stated, citing the local military administration.
02:26 Poll: Poles Favor Shooting Down Russian Spy DronesAs per a poll conducted by the Polish newspaper "Rzeczpospolita," close to 60 percent of Poles believe that the Polish military should shoot down Russian drones that enter Polish airspace during air attacks on Ukraine. The poll refers to an unidentified aerial object that flew over Poland for 30 minutes on August 26 before disappearing. Polish Brigadier General Tomasz Drewniak informed Radio RMF24 that Russia is likely evaluating Poland's air defense capabilities by sending drones into Polish airspace.
00:26 Russia: Casualty in Belgorod from ShellingThe governor of the Russian region of Belgorod, Vyacheslav Gladkov, reported that one individual was killed by Ukrainian fire in the village of Shagarovka near the border. Three individuals also sustained injuries in attacks on the village of Shebekino. At least one more village has been shelled by the Ukrainians.
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23:08 Russia Denies Overwhelming Ukrainian Drone AttacksRussia asserts that it has successfully repelled "massive" Ukrainian drone attacks on the capital, Moscow, and 14 other regions. A total of 158 aerial objects were repelled overnight, the defense ministry reported on the Telegram online service. Ten drones targeted Moscow, according to official data.
22:24 Air Strike on Kharkiv: Injury Count Surpasses 47The proportion of individuals injured in the significant Russian airstrike on Kharkiv has risen to 47, including seven children, according to the Ukrainian state emergency service on Telegram. Several civilian structures, including a shopping center, were impacted, as evidenced by photos from news agencies.
21:52 Ukrainian Helicopter Crashes During Training Flight - Two Pilots PerishTwo pilots have lost their lives in a helicopter crash during a training session at the Ivan Kozhedub Kharkiv National Air Force University in Ukraine. The state news agency Ukrinform reported that the helicopter, a Mi-2, was in the midst of a training exercise at the time. This information was disseminated through the university's Facebook page, as reported by Ukrinform. "The university suffering an irreparable loss - the two-man crew has perished," the university's Facebook page stated. Investigators, specialists, and employees from the Ministry of Defense are currently examining the crash site. The cause of the accident remains undetermined.
21:06 Ukrainian Energy Supplier Alerts of Power OutagesUkraine will experience multiple power outages on Monday as a result of massive Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, the Ukrainian energy company Ukrenergo has announced, according to Ukrinform. The power supply to critical infrastructure will remain unaffected. However, Ukrenergo cautions that alterations in the scope of restrictions could occur.
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The President of the Council spoke about the invasion in Ukraine, stating that the aim was to protect Russia.In the midst of escalating tensions, the Russian President Vladimir Putin planned to visit Tuva, a Siberian republic, to teach a new subject about fostering connections between children and the Kremlin's political agenda.
