16:25 Zelensky affirmates: Kursk operation proceeds as expected
Ukraine's Kursk Operation Continues as Per Plan, Confirms President Zelensky
In line with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's assertions, the operations in the Russian region of Kursk are progressing as anticipated. This claim was made during his visit to Zaporizhzhia, as disclosed by a reporter from the state news agency, UkraineInform. "The Kursk operation is serving its purpose effectively and proceeding as planned," Zelensky stated. He further proposed that the Kursk operation may contribute positively in Pokrovsk and Torez's problematic areas as well. "Despite the challenges in Pokrovsk and Torez directions, we believe Kursk operation could have a significant impact here," added Zelensky. He also emphasized that the most active Russian brigades are currently deployed in these front sectors.
15:52: Wildfires Pose Threat to Villages in Ocupied Luhansk - Are Firefighters Absent to Contain them?
Citizens of occupied Luhansk are currently grappling not only with war but also with the vengeance of nature due to wildfires. Social media is bursting with complaints about the absence of firefighters to extinguish the flames.
15:16: Romania Approves Bill to Aid Ukraine with Patriot System
The Romanian government has greenlit a bill that allows the transfer of a Patriot air defense system to Ukraine. The bill is now heading for a final vote in parliament, as reported by Reuters. Bucharest had previously agreed in June to offer one of its two operational Patriot systems to Ukraine, upon the condition that allies would replace it with a comparable air defense system.
14:53: Petition Urges Ukraine to Lower Draft Age Limit to 50
A petition is demanding that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reduce the age limit for mobilization to 50 years. Over 25,000 individuals have signed the petition so far, according to Ukrainian newspaper "Kyiv Independent". As per Ukrainian law, an online petition to the president must accumulate at least 25,000 signatures within three months to be taken into consideration. There are still 34 days remaining to collect signatures.
14:34: Eleven Injured in Ukrainian Attacks on Russian Border Region of Belgorod
Eleven people, including two children, were wounded in Ukrainian attacks on the Russian region of Belgorod and its capital city, as reported by Vyacheslav Gladkov, the governor of the Belgorod region, in a Telegram post. A kindergarten reportedly sustained significant damage. Gladkov disclosed photos of the collapsed kindergarten building and other debris in the region. Reuters reports that local authorities have chosen to close several schools and kindergartens in the region for a week following the attacks, as some regions in Ukraine and Russia will reopen schools on September 2 after the holidays.
14:10: Zelensky: Russian Rocket Ravages Mosque in Kyiv
The Russian rocket attack on Kyiv overnight (see entries 05:39, 06:20, and 09:29) significantly damaged a mosque and an adjacent cultural center for Islam. In a X post, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asserts that Russia disregards spiritual and humanitarian values, and has no reverence for any religion or belief. "It persists in its destructive campaign against the Ukrainian people and aims to obliterate all our communities, even devoting its efforts towards sacred places of worship," said Zelensky. The chief imam of the local congregation, Vadym Dashevski, stated to Reuters news agency that the mosque had been the target of a cowardly attack.
13:39: Video Documents Detailed Drone Attack on Moscow
Ukraine initiated a comprehensive drone assault on targets in and near Moscow. An explosion at a refinery located only 16 kilometers from the Kremlin is captured on camera. Two other power plants were also hit. According to Russian reports, over 150 Ukrainian drones were intercepted.
12:58: Poland Urges to Shoot Down Russian Drones
Poland's Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski believes that Poland has a moral responsibility to shoot down Russian drones and other aerial objects that are approaching Ukraine before entering Polish airspace. Sikorski expressed his view in an interview with the British "Financial Times" (FT), stating that he personally considers this an act of self-defense. He contradicts the NATO stance, which views the potential escalation of the conflict by engaging in a direct confrontation with Russian forces as too perilous. NATO has thus far denied the proposal of shooting down Russian drones and rockets in Ukraine, as well as Kyiv's request for an aerial exclusion zone in the country.
12:12: Munz: How Russia Responds to Election Successes of AfD and BSW
The election victories of AfD and BSW are also a point of interest in Russia. NTV correspondent Rainer Munz reports on Russia's responses to these election outcomes and addresses how Moscow is managing what could be the largest drone attack ever on the Russian capital.
11:15 Russian President Applauds Rapid Territorial GainsRussian President Vladimir Putin has commended the swift progress of his military in seizing fresh territories in adjacent Ukraine. He declared that Ukraine's counteroffensive in the Kursk region fell short in hindering the Russian troops' advance in Donbass. Putin elaborated, saying, "We're not talking about advancing a mere 200 to 300 meters. We're talking about several square kilometers. The offensive pace in Donbass we haven't witnessed in a long time." During his trip to Mongolia, Putin made a brief stop at the Siberian republic of Tuva to join a session of the new subject "Important Conversations," aimed at bridging children with the Kremlin's political stance. Putin frequently assumes the role of educator in public lessons, reinforcing his claim that the conflict he initiated is to safeguard Russia.
10:49 Ukraine: 20 Missiles and 17 Drones InterceptedUkraine's air force reports intercepting 20 out of 31 missiles, and neutralizing 17 out of 21 Russian assault drones. Ten ballistic missiles and nine cruise missiles were thwarted over Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Poltava, Mykolaiv, and Zaporizhzhia.
09:57 Video Evidences Russian Missile Attack on KharkivRussia has been bombarding Kharkiv with missile strikes for days now. According to Ukrainian records, at least ten missiles were fired at the city on Sunday, impacting a shopping and recreation complex. Many individuals were injured.
09:20 Casualty Count in Russian Strike on Sumy RisesThe casualty count from a Russian missile strike on the eastern Ukrainian city of Sumy has climbed. The most recent update from Ukraine's interior minister indicates 19 individuals were injured, including 7 children. Earlier reports (see entry 02:54) claimed at least 13 civilians, including 4 children, were injured. Russian missiles struck a rehabilitation center for children and an orphanage in Sumy. The safety situation in Sumy has worsened further with the initiation of cross-border incursions into neighboring Russian region of Kursk on August 6. Sumy, home to over 250,000 residents, is situated about 350 kilometers east of Kyiv.
08:47 Ukraine Reports Casualties in Russian Air Strike on KyivRussia has once more assaulted the Ukrainian capital Kyiv with missiles (see entries 05:06 and 05:48). At least two people were hurt by debris from downed missiles, local authorities disclose. Buildings were set ablaze, and infrastructure was damaged. A nationwide air alert was issued for almost two hours till the early morning.
07:49 ISW: Majority of Russians Back War in UkraineThe Russian populace continues to endorse the war in Ukraine despite Ukrainian incursions into the Russian border region of Kursk. This is according to the latest findings by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), referring to surveys conducted by the autonomous Russian polling agency Levada Center. Support for the Russian military campaign in Ukraine among Russians increased to approximately 78% in August, up from 75% in July and 77% in June. It appears the Russian population remains unswayed, providing the Kremlin leeway in planning a long-term conflict against Ukraine, analysts from ISW reasoned.
08:07 Ukraine Reports Russian Troop CasualtiesThe Ukrainian General Staff has published fresh figures for Russian troop casualties in Ukraine. According to the report, Russia has lost around 605,500 soldiers in Ukraine since February 24, 2022, with a daily toll of 1,270. The report issued by Kyiv also indicates that eight tanks, nine artillery systems, one medium-range artillery rocket launcher, and 28 drones have been demolished. Since the inception of this large-scale assault, Russia is said to have lost a total of 7,765 tanks, 15,779 artillery systems, 294 aircraft, 275 helicopters, drones, 21 ships, and one submarine. Western assessments suggest lower casualty counts, but these are likely minimums.
06:50 Russian Region of Saporishshia Bombarded 142 Times in a DayRussian forces shelled the Ukrainian region of Saporishshia 142 times in the previous 24 hours, citing a Telegram post by the military governor of Saporishshia, Ivan Fedorov. Three Russian air raids were carried out on the settlements of Lobkove, Pjatschatki, and Nowoandriiwka, involving 74 drones.
06:23 Rescue Workers Save Man from Rubble in KharkivRescue teams have extracted a man alive from the rubble of a collapsed event hall in the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv following a Russian airstrike, Reuters stated. The survivor confirmed his well-being shortly after being rescued. According to officials, more than 30 people, including 5 children, were hurt in Russian rocket attacks on Kharkiv, with several rockets landing on a shopping center and an event hall on Sunday afternoon.
06:20 Pyrotechnics and Blasts: Intense Russian Air Assault on KyivRussia has assaulted Ukraine with a barrage of drones, over ten cruise missiles, and numerous ballistic missiles, seemingly aiming at Kyiv and potentially other cities, as per Ukrainian air force reports. A sequence of blasts was heard in Kyiv, causing many residents to scamper to air-raid shelters. Mayor Vitali Klitschko acknowledged multiple emergency service calls to the Holosiyivskyi and Solomianskyi districts. Klitschko disclosed several fires via Telegram. Similarly, Serhiy Popko, the Kyiv military administration head, confirmed fires in the Shevchenkivskyi district, where a resident was reportedly injured by falling debris. "There will be a response to everything. The adversary will feel it," stated Andriy Yermak, the head of the Ukrainian Presidential Office, on Telegram.
05:39 Explosions: Russian Missile Strike Falters KyivThe Ukrainian capital Kyiv has once again been bombarded by a Russian missile strike, according to Ukrainian military representatives on Telegram. Residents in Kyiv reported experiencing several ear-splitting explosions, pointing to the activation of air defense mechanisms. The exact tally of missiles launched and any potential damage remains unaccounted for.
04:46 Putin: New Gas Pipeline to China LoomingPresident Vladimir Putin has divulged that preparations for constructing a fresh Russian gas pipeline via Mongolia to China are progressing smoothly. In January 2022, the feasibility study was approved, and the essential technical investigations were completed, Putin mentioned in an interview with the Mongolian newspaper Onoodor, as detailed on the Kremlin's website. The anticipated pipeline, named "Power of Siberia 2," is expected to carry 50 billion cubic meters of natural gas from the Russian region of Yamal to China every year.
03:34 Russians Ransack Orphanage in Sumy - 13 WoundedRussian troops have bombarded a rehabilitation center for socially and psychologically challenged children and an orphanage in Sumy, utilizing rockets. As per Ukrainska Pravda, 13 individuals, including two children, sustained wounds. The structure is housed in a residential area, the newspaper notes, drawing from details provided by the local military administration.
02:26 Poll: Poland for Shooting Down Russian Spy DronesAs per a poll by the Polish newspaper "Rzeczpospolita," approximately 60% of Poles maintain the Polish military should down Russian drones that intrude Polish airspace during airstrikes on Ukraine. The poll pertains to an unidentified flying object, believed to be a kamikaze drone of the Shahed type, which spent 30 minutes over Poland on August 26 before disappearing. Polish Brigadier General Tomasz Drewniak claimed that Russia is likely probing Poland's air defense system by launching drones into Polish airspace.
00:26 Russia: Casualty in Belgorod by ShellingThe governor of the Russian district of Belgorod, Vyacheslav Gladkov, reported a death due to Ukrainian shelling in the village of Shagarovka, close to the border. At least three villagers were hurt during attacks on the village of Shebekino. Several other villages have been shelled by Ukrainians, according to Gladkov.
23:08 Russia Declares Interception of 158 Ukrainian DronesRussia claimed intercepting "significant" Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow and 14 other regions, as per the defense ministry, reported on Telegram. A total of 158 flying objects were reportedly intercepted overnight, the ministry stated. Ten drones targeted Moscow, according to official updates.
22:24 Air Strike in Kharkiv: Casualties Rise to 47The death toll in the intense Russian air strike on Kharkiv has risen to 47, including seven children, as confirmed by the Ukrainian state emergency service on Telegram. Several civilian structures, including a shopping center, were hit, as demonstrated in photographs from news agencies.
21:52 Ukrainian Helicopter Crashes During Flight Training - Two Pilots PerishedTwo pilots lost their lives in a helicopter crash during a training session at the Ivan Kozhedub Kharkiv National Air Force University in Ukraine. The helicopter, a Mi-2 type, was in the midst of a flight exercise, as reported by Ukrainian state news agency Ukrinform. Experts, investigators, and defense ministry representatives are analyzing the crash site to determine the cause of the accident.
21:06 Ukrainian Energy Provider Forecasts Power OutagesDue to extensive Russian strikes on the nation's power network, Ukraine will experience various power outages on Monday. This was revealed by the Ukrainian power provider Ukrenergo, according to Ukrainform reports. The power supply to essential infrastructure facilities is not expected to be affected. However, Ukrenergo advises that modifications to the scope of restrictions might occur.
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After Zelensky's announcement regarding the progress of the Kursk Operation, the European Union could potentially consider providing aid to Ukraine to strengthen its defense capabilities.
Despite the ongoing conflict and the ongoing wildfires in occupied Luhansk, international organizations can play a crucial role in providing emergency aid and resources to those affected.
