15:33 Russia exhibits strong displeasure towards the presence of American journalists in Kursk
14:50 German Politician Shakes Head at Anti-Ukraine Sentiments in Eastern GermanyThe East Commissioner for the German Federal Government, Carsten Schneider from the SPD, is dismayed by certain German views on Ukraine. He finds it disheartening how Ukraine and Ukrainians are sometimes spoken about, in both the eastern and western parts of Germany, he told the newspapers of the New Berlin Editorial Society. Sadly, Russian propaganda often manages to penetrate, especially in Eastern Germany, Schneider mentioned. In defense of Ukraine, he said, it's about the very survival of the country, something that even some AfD and BSW politicians seem to overlook.
14:24 Ukrainian Commander Blames Shortage of Ammunition for Russian AdvanceAccording to a Ukrainian commander, the Russian advance in eastern Ukraine is partly due to Kiev moving resources northeast. His troops are once again forced to ration ammunition for their weapons - something they hadn't needed to do since the U.S. Congress halted aid to Ukraine. The ammunition was provided to the troops who invaded the Russian region of Kursk.
14:04 Kremlin Analyst: Kursk Incursion Signals Change in Moscow's Inner CircleKremlin analyst Rainer Munz believes the Ukrainian incursion into Kursk could indicate a generational shift within the Moscow power structure. However, he emphasizes that the Russian president's power is not under threat.
13:48 Alert Issued in Ukraine After Russian Attack on Ternopil: High Chlorine Levels DetectedAfter a Russian attack on an industrial site in Ternopil, western Ukraine, local authorities have issued a warning about high chlorine levels in the air. As reported by Ukraine's "Kyiv Independent," the head of the regional disease control and prevention center, Oksana Chaichuk, advises residents to limit outdoor activities and keep their windows closed. Chlorine levels are reportedly between four and ten times higher than usual, she said at a press conference. The attack is believed to have targeted a fuel and lubricant depot, with a fire breaking out at an unspecified facility. No casualties or injuries were reported.
13:16 Russian Forces Capture Town of New York in Ukraine's Donetsk RegionRussian forces have reportedly captured the town of New York in Ukraine's Donetsk region, according to Russia's Defense Ministry. The troops have taken control of "one of the largest settlements in the Torez area, the strategically important logistics center of Novoazovsk," the ministry said, using the Soviet-era name. Originally named New York, derived from German settlers, the town was renamed Novoazovsk in 1951 but was restored to its original name in 2021 due to the efforts of Ukrainian activists. The town is located approximately six kilometers south of Torez, which has been under repeated Russian attacks for weeks.
12:49 Defector Russian Soldier Spied for Ukraine, Injured Commander, According to Ukrainian IntelA defector Russian soldier who spied for Ukraine and injured his commander has been exposed by the Ukrainian military intelligence (HUR). As reported by Ukraine's "Kyiv Independent," the man, codenamed "Silver," defected as part of a joint operation between the "Freedom of Russia" Legion and the Ukrainian military intelligence (HUR) project "I Want to Live." Before fleeing, the man is said to have injured his commander with a grenade in the city of Ocheretyne, Donetsk Oblast. The soldier contacted the Legion in early 2024, after allegedly witnessing various criminal acts by his unit and its commanders. Consequently, "Silver" provided the Legion with information about the locations of Russian troops and plans for military operations.
12:09 Ukrainian Parliament Votes to Ban Russian-Loyal Church in UkraineUkraine is moving ahead with a ban on the Ukrainian Orthodox Church tied to Russia. Parliamentarians report that the parliament in Kyiv has passed a corresponding bill, initially prohibiting the Russian Orthodox Church from operating on Ukrainian territory. The Ukrainian government views the Russian Orthodox Church as a base for Russian influence in the country and a supporter of the invasion of Ukraine.
11:28 Hundreds of Firefighters Battle Oil Depot Fire in Russian RostovOver 500 firefighters are battling a large fire at an oil depot in the Russian city of Rostov, on its third day. The fire was caused by a Ukrainian drone strike, according to local authorities. "The fire covers an area of 10,000 square meters. Several diesel tanks are burning," said the head of Proletarsk, Valery Gornitsky, according to a report from the TASS news agency. No risk to people or property has been reported, and there have been no evacuations. A total of 41 firefighters have been injured so far, with 18 of them hospitalized.
10:10 Russian Politician Laments Putin's Cowardly BehaviorA former Russian diplomat, Alexander Bondarew, has criticized President Putin, labeling his actions as cowardly and deceitful. Bondarew made these comments during a recent interview.
Vladimir Putin is acting like a "spineless charlatan," opines Boris Bondarev, a previous Russian diplomat, in a guest editorial for ntv.de. Putin's supposed ability to defeat any opponent has been tarnished due to the initiation of the aggression war against Ukraine. The swift conquest within a few days did not transpire. Lately, Moscow seemed utterly caught off guard and overwhelmed by the Ukrainian attack on the Russian region of Kursk. "Putin is at a loss in the face of a serious threat and doesn't know how to react. He doesn't even behave like a cornered beast ready to fight with all its might, but like a spineless charlatan," says Bondarev. The former diplomat, who distanced himself from the Putin regime in protest of the war, also harshly criticizes Western politicians for their stance of disallowing the use of supplied weapons on Russian soil by Ukraine. "One must confront Putin with forceful language." He dismisses the West's fear of "escalation" as unjustified. "The 'escalation' is already happening - Putin's opponent has intruded into Russian territory! But he does not respond to it whatsoever," writes Bondarev.
10:13 Ukraine: Five Civilians Slaughtered and Over 20 Injured in Russian Assaults
Five civilians have been slaughtered and at least 22 injured, including a child, in Russian attacks in Ukraine over the past 24 hours, according to regional authorities, as per "Kyiv Independent."
09:37 Russian Fuel Storage Facility in Flames: Satellite Image Illustrates Scale of Blaze
Ukraine attacked a significant fuel storage facility in Proletarsk in southern Russia with drones on Sunday morning. The fire was still unchecked a day later, with more than 40 firefighters injured, according to regional authorities. Satellite images also expose the extent of the fire:
Ukraine has attacked various Russian refineries and oil facilities with drones in recent months. This is to make it more challenging for enemy troops to be supplied with fuel and to reduce the income of Russia's oil industry.
09:16 Kyiv: Over 1300 Russian Soldiers "Eliminated" in a Day
Russian losses remain high, based on official figures from Kyiv. Within a day, 1330 Russian soldiers are claimed to have died or become incapacitated. According to the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense, a total of 601,800 Russian soldiers have been "eliminated" since the commencement of the war in February 2022. The ministry announced in its daily report on Russian losses that the enemy had, among other things, lost 5 more tanks (8,518 in total). Since the start of the Russian invasion, Ukraine has counted over 16,500 armored vehicles and over 13,800 drones that are no longer in the possession of the Russian military or have been destroyed. These figures cannot be independently verified. Moscow itself is remaining silent about its own losses in Ukraine.
08:47 Biden Voices Support for Ukraine's Struggle: No President Should Submit to Dictators
Joe Biden states, "no president should submit to dictators." Speaking on the first night of the Democratic Party convention, the U.S. president asserted, as per the "Kyiv Independent," "Putin believed he would conquer Kyiv in three days. Three years later, Ukraine is still free." The Democrat contrasted his record as a stalwart of a strong NATO and a free Ukraine with that of former President Donald Trump, who praised Russian President Vladimir Putin. "No commander-in-chief should ever bow to dictators," Biden stated.
08:31 Russia Initiates Overnight Air Assaults on Ukraine
Russia has once more targeted Ukraine with overnight air assaults, according to the Ukrainian military. Nine regions in the center, north, and south of the country were struck, with three missiles and 25 drones shot down, the Ukrainian air force reported on Telegram. This was the fifth missile attack on Kyiv this month, the military explained. There were 41 air raid alerts in the capital in August. Just yesterday, the military reported intercepting a drone attack on Kyiv.
07:52 Military Administration: Russian Rocket Attack on Kyiv Repelled - No Damage Reported So Far
Russian troops attacked Kyiv from the north again this morning, the city's military administration reported on Telegram. "Preliminary information suggests the enemy attacked the capital of Ukraine from the north, likely using ballistic missiles like the Iskander. This was the fifth rocket attack on Kyiv this month!" the message read. Air defense forces reportedly thwarted the rockets at the city's outskirts. As of now, there are no reported damages or losses in Kyiv.
07:38 Belarus: Lukashenko Deploys Extra Troops and Aircraft to Border with Ukraine
Belarus has deployed additional air defense troops and aircraft to its border with Ukraine, General Major Andrei Lukyanovich, commander of the Belarusian air defense forces, announced, as per the Ukrainian newspaper "Kyiv Independent." This occurrence transpired shortly after Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko declared that he had sent a third of the country's army to the border this summer. Lukashenko claimed that the troop buildup along the border was due to a misunderstanding between Belarus and Ukraine. Lukyanovich stated that the Belarusian military had deployed aircraft, anti-aircraft missiles, and radio engineering units to the border. Kyiv has not verified Lukyanovich's claims about additional Belarusian troops and weapons at the border. The Ukrainian state border guard service previously reported that there were no indications of troop buildup along the border with Belarus despite Lukashenko's order.
06:54 Zelensky: Second Peace Talk in Ukraine Before Year's End Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has given his diplomats the task of ensuring that the second Peace Talk in Ukraine happens this year. During a meeting with foreign diplomats' heads in Ukraine, Zelensky discussed "War Diplomacy: Resilience, Weapons, Victory," as reported by the state news agency Ukrinform, citing the Presidential Office. "The first summit was, in my opinion, a remarkable achievement for Ukraine. I'm thankful to all who contributed to it taking place. We're now preparing for the second Peace Talk and must ensure it happens this year," Zelensky said. "We need to put in the effort for this. We need to broaden the support for the first summit's communique."
06:22 Russia Attacks Kyiv Again According to Ukrainian reports, Russia is continuing its nighttime attacks on Kyiv. Air defense units were deployed early in the morning to fend off another Russian air strike on Kyiv, as reported by the Ukrainian capital's military administration on Telegram. Witnesses reported hearing explosions that sounded like air defense systems being activated.
05:11 Multiple Drone Attacks in Ukrainian Regions There were several drone attacks in various Ukrainian regions away from the front, as reported by air defense, last night. Sumy, Poltava, Kherson, and Mykolaiv were the targeted regions. Air defense systems were also deployed around Kyiv. The regional administration urged residents to seek shelter, but no damage has been reported yet.
02:23 US continues to Support Kyiv in Kursk Offensive Despite the Ukrainian counteroffensive in the Russian region of Kursk, the US remains committed to supporting Kyiv. US President Joe Biden "made it clear that we will continue to support Ukraine and stand by them for as long as necessary," a spokesperson for the US Department of Defense said. The US is continuing to prioritize military aid for Kyiv. US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin assured his Ukrainian counterpart Rustem Umerov of continued US support in a call, according to the spokesperson.
01:07 Germany Sends another Iris-T Air Defense System to Ukraine Germany has assembled another weapons package for Ukraine, which includes, among other things, a third Iris-T SLS air defense system, as well as several thousand rounds of artillery ammunition, drones, a Bergepanzer 2, and hundreds of rifles with corresponding ammunition.
00:20 Zelensky: Most Russian Soldiers Captured since War Beginning The Ukrainian offensive in the Russian region of Kursk is the biggest success in capturing Russian soldiers since the start of the war, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. He stated that these soldiers will later be exchanged for captured Ukrainian soldiers. So far, it is estimated that Russia has captured more Ukrainians than Ukraine has captured Russians during the war.
22:21 Chechen Commander: Kursk Fighters "Go to Heaven" Apti Alaudinow, commander of the Achmat Regiment fighting for Russia, has urged Russian conscripts to go to the front, according to the "Kyiv Independent". Alaudinow said that those who fall in the Kursk region "will go to heaven".
21:58 Zelensky: Incursion Has Collapsed Russia's Red Line Concept Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the incursion into Russian territory was considered unrealistic, leading to its secrecy. He added that just a few months ago, many states warned that the incursion would "cross the most important red line of Russia." However, according to Zelensky, Russia's red line concept "has collapsed somewhere near Bucha these days."
21:38 Lithuania Begins Construction of German Military Base Lithuania has started building a military base for German soldiers. Upon completion in 2027, the base will house up to 4,000 soldiers. This will be the first permanent foreign deployment of the Bundeswehr since World War II.
21:15 Czech President: NATO Membership Possible for Partially Occupied Ukraine Czech President Petr Pavel believes that Ukraine can join NATO, even if parts of its territory are still occupied. He assumes that Ukraine can negotiate peace with Russia in the coming years and that this temporary border could then allow Ukraine to join NATO. Germany also joined NATO in 1955 despite being partially occupied by the Soviet Union at the time.
20:57 Ukrainians Advance to Within 12 Kilometers of Russian Bridge Ukrainian forces have captured the town of Wyschnewka in the Russian region of Kursk, according to war observers on Twitter. This puts them around 12 kilometers from the floating bridge over the Seym River, which is currently the only supply or retreat option for the Russian army.
20:36 Uncertainty Lingers in Pokrovsk's FateThe military administration in the eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk grapples with an uncertain future as Russian forces push forward: "They're making their way towards Pokrovsk's outskirts. It's plain to see, no need for secrets," declared the head of their info department, as reported by the "Washington Post". "Perhaps things will shift around there - we're crossing our fingers that the adversaries halt their advance somewhere near Pokrovsk's outskirts, and our soldiers manage to hold them off," she said. In the event of the city's takeover, it would represent the biggest civilian stronghold seized by the Russians since Bachmut in May 2023.
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The Eastern German politician's dismay extends beyond western Germany, as he laments the anti-Ukraine sentiments prevalent in the military as well. (Extension of the sentiment discussed in the original text to military personnel)
Given the ongoing conflict, it is crucial for Ukraine to secure ample military supplies, including ammunition, to counter any Russian advancements. (Connecting the military topic with the Ukrainian situation)
