17:44 London: Russian ground forces are expediting their progress towards Pokrovsk
17:16 Casualties and Wounds Following Russian Assault on Kurachowe
The Russian military bombarded the town of Kurachowe in the Donetsk Oblast. At least three individuals were slain, and nine others harmed, as per the leader of the military administration of the Donetsk region, Vadym Fillaschkin, in a Telegram post. The Russian army is believed to have bombarded the town utilizing numerous "Uragan" type rocket launchers.
16:43 Alleged Russian Advance in Donbass by Military Troops
Russian troops assert their advancement in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine. The Ministry of Defense in Moscow claims the seizure of the village of Wyjimka in the north of Donbass close to the Ukrainian-controlled city of Siwersk. However, the Ukrainian General Staff reports nine Russian assaults on this front section since yesterday, consisting of Wyjimka, which were supposedly repelled. Both claims were not independently verifiable at the time of this report. Meanwhile, the Russian army also declares progress in its primary attack direction towards the Ukrainian city of Pokrowsk.
16:20 Russian Deputy Foreign Minister: Modification in Nuclear Doctrine due to "Stimulating Hostility of Our Western Opponents"
The Russian authorities reportedly progress the previously announced changes to their nuclear doctrine. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov disclosed to the state news agency TASS that the work is well underway and there is a clear intention to amend. The reason behind this, he stated, is the "hostile activities of our Western opponents" in relation to the Ukraine conflict. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said in an interview that the West is "going too far" and that Russia will do whatever it takes to protect its interests. The USA and its allies underline that the situation in Ukraine is an act of Russian aggression and that the government in Kyiv is being aided in its defense. As of now, the Russian nuclear doctrine provides for the use of nuclear weapons if Russia's sovereignty or territorial integrity is jeopardized.
15:54 Number of Wounded in Kharkiv Airstrike Elevates to 41
In Kharkiv, the number of injured in a Russian airstrike has risen to 41, including five children, as per the Ukrainian state news agency Ukrinform, citing the military administration of the area. The Russian army is reported to have bombarded Kharkiv with rockets, causing approximately ten explosions and striking various civilian buildings, including a shopping center.
15:21 Zelensky Requests West's Authorization for Strikes Deep into Russian TerritoryUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has once again reiterated his demand for Western approval to employ weapons for strikes deeper into Russian territory following Russia's most recent airstrikes. For fully defending and safeguarding Ukrainian cities, further support is needed, he asserts on Telegram. This includes a determination on "long-range strikes on Russian missile launch sites, damage to Russian military logistics, and joint launches of missiles and drones." Zelensky highlights that Russia has utilized 160 missiles, 780 guided or aerial bombs, and 400 combat drones against Ukraine just within the past week.
15:03 Ukrainian Air Force Downs Eight of Eleven Shahed DronesThe Ukrainian Air Force asserts to have downed 24 Russian drones. The Russian forces launched a ballistic missile of the Iskander-M type from the Kursk region and 11 Shahed-131/136 drones from the Crimean Peninsula's Cape Chauda towards Ukrainian targets. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, eight of these were downed. The major targets were the Ukrainian regions of Mykolaiv and Sumy.
14:45 Ukraine Reports 28 Wounded in Kharkiv AttackThe Ukrainian city of Kharkiv in the northeast has once again come under Russian airstrike, according to local authorities. A rocket attack injured 28 people, including a six-year-old child, as per Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terechow and Kharkiv Oblast Governor Oleh Sinehubov. Kharkiv is Ukraine's second-largest city. Recent days have witnessed several fatalities and numerous injuries in the city.
14:29 EU Nations Import More Gas from Russia than from the USFor the first time in nearly two years, EU nations imported more gas from Russia than from the US in a quarter. Data from the Brussels-based think tank Bruegel shows that from April to June, the EU imported about 12.7 billion cubic meters from Russia and 12.3 billion from the United States. While imports from Russia slightly decreased compared to the first quarter of 2024, those from the US declined more significantly. The largest gas supplier to the EU in the second quarter was Norway, with 23.9 cubic meters. Before its invasion of Ukraine in early 2022, Russia held this position, but many EU nations reduced their imports from the country afterward. According to data from the German Federal Statistical Office, Germany no longer imports any gas from there. Russia has risen to second place in the EU's list of suppliers, just ahead of the US. The specific destination countries are not identified in the data.
14:10 TASS: Fire at Moscow Oil Refinery ExtinguishedThe fire at the Moscow oil refinery caused by a Ukrainian drone attack (see entry 08:01) has been extinguished, as per a media report cited by the Russian state-run news agency TASS. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin stated that several drone fragments struck the facility, resulting in a fire in a "separate technical room." The Ukrainian military has reportedly attacked power plants on Russian territory with numerous drones.
13:36 Moscow views US as Antagonistic Force The United States is already heavily involved in the conflict due to its weapon supply to Ukraine, as stated by Kremlin spokesperson Dmitri Peskov on Russian television. Consequently, the relationship between Moscow and Washington has reached a historically low point. Officially, Peskov maintains that Russia has no interest in the US presidential race between Trump and Harris (Democratic candidate). However, Ukraine is receiving military aid from numerous Western nations in its war against Russia, yet it's not enough to significantly flip the military situation. All of Russia's demands for an end to the war amount to Ukraine's surrender.
13:19 Advance in Eastern Ukraine – Two Towns Captured by Russia According to the Russian Defense Ministry, Russian forces have seized control of two towns in eastern Ukraine. State-run Russian news agencies confirm this, citing the ministry, although the situation on the battlefield cannot be independently verified. Russian troops have been advancing in the eastern sector for some time, reporting territorial gains.
12:48 Russian Attack on Grain Convoy in Ukraine Russian forces have attacked a grain convoy near Sumy, as reported by Ukrainian authorities. The trucks were en route between Sumy and Kharkiv when they were hit by missiles, causing a 23-year-old truck driver's death, one truck fire, and damage to 20 others. Initially, the Ukrainian air force suggested an attack on agricultural logistics.
12:15 Power and Gas Supply Remain Intact in Tver After Ukrainian Drone Attack In the Russian region of Tver, Governor Igor Rudenya asserts that power and gas supplies are uninterrupted despite a Ukrainian drone attack on targets in the oblast northwest of Moscow.
11:50 War Tourism in Ukraine Gains Popularity War tourism in Ukraine is growing, despite the ongoing conflict and the associated risks. Dmytro Nikiforov offers guided tours through former battlefields in Ukraine, including Bucha and Irpin. Before the war, he worked as a lawyer. Now, he organizes "War Tours" in Kyiv and the Kyiv region, attracting individuals seeking adventure and an understanding of war realities.
11:22 Zelenskyy: Russia Fires Over 780 Guided Bombs in Ukraine in a Week Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes it's justifiable for Ukraine to respond to Russian terror with all necessary means to stop it. Over the past week, Russia has fired over 160 missiles, around 780 guided bombs, and around 400 unmanned aerial vehicles of various types in Ukraine.
11:04 One Killed and Four Injured in Attack on Sumy in Ukraine One civilian death and four injuries have been reported in the Sumy region of northeastern Ukraine due to Russian artillery fire, according to Ukrainian reports. The Russians allegedly carried out 18 attacks on border areas and settlements in Sumy on August 6.
10:28 Ukrainian Military Chief: Situation on Eastern Front is Complex The situation on the eastern front is complicated, according to Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi. "The situation is difficult in the direction of the enemy's main attack. But all necessary decisions are being made at all levels without delay," Army Chief Syrskyi said on Telegram. He visited the eastern front near the city of Pokrovsk this week, where the fighting is reportedly very intense.
09:59 ISW: Russian Forces Lack Manpower and Equipment in Ukraine According to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), Russian forces are unable to fight at full strength in Ukraine due to shortages of manpower and equipment. This issue arises from the Kremlin's inefficient war strategy. The ISW cites, among other things, a report by a mobilized Russian soldier and military blogger, who stated in August that the Russian government had failed to establish an effective mobilization system to replace lost labor forces and increase reserves.
09:21 Ukraine Releases Figures on Russian Troop Losses The Ukrainian General Staff has published new figures on Russian troop losses in Ukraine. According to the report, Russia has lost approximately 616,300 soldiers in Ukraine since February 24, 2022. Daily losses are reported at 1,340. The report from Kyiv also mentions the destruction of ten tanks, 22 artillery systems, and 36 drones. Since the beginning of the large-scale invasion, Russia has lost a total of 8,592 tanks, 17,636 artillery systems, 368 aircraft, 328 helicopters, 14,507 drones, 28 ships, and one submarine, according to Ukraine. Western estimates provide lower loss figures, which are also likely to be minimums.
09:00 Russia: 158 Ukrainian Drones DownedRussia's air defense systems have successfully taken down a total of 158 Ukrainian drones, as per the Russian Defense Ministry in Moscow (reference 07:03 and 03:45). The Ukrainian army has launched a widespread drone assault targeting power plants and refineries, causing significant impact in the Moscow region and Tver, which borders it to the north.
08:32 DeepState: Russians Gain more Ground in Donetsk RegionRussian forces are allegedly making further advances in the eastern Ukrainian region of Donetsk. Sources close to the Ukrainian military, known as DeepState, claim that the Russians have seized Paraskowijiwka in the Donetsk region and are pushing into three more settlements: Kostyantynivka, Grodivka, and Halytsynivka.
08:01 Moscow Mayor: Fire at Oil Refinery after Drone AttackAn oil refinery in Moscow has caught fire due to a Ukrainian drone attack, as confirmed by Moscow's mayor, Sergei Sobyanin. The situation is still developing, and no additional information is available at this time.
07:28 Ghost Villages: Ukrainian Border Region Becoming Increasingly DesertedThe ongoing conflict has impacted almost every corner of the border region between Russia and Ukraine in recent years. Although the Ukrainian military can manage limited advances past the Russian border, the number of inhabited villages on the Ukrainian side is rapidly decreasing.
07:03 Russia: Major Drone Attacks RepelledRussia claims to have repelled 'massive' drone attacks on its western regions, including attempts on its capital, Moscow. The governor of the bordering Bryansk region, Alexander Bogomaz, reported the repelling of a significant drone attack on the territory of the region on Telegram. More than 26 drones were supposedly identified and neutralized by the Russian military.
06:23 Russia: Another Power Plant Attacked by DronesA power plant in Kashirskaja, a district in the Moscow region, has been struck by Ukrainian drones, according to the head of the district, Mikhail Shuvalov, on Telegram. No injuries or damage were reported, and no fires were reported. Earlier, drone attacks on the Konakovo power plant in the Tver region northwest of Moscow were reported.
05:40 Explosions Near Russian Power Plant in TverExplosions were heard near the Konakovo power plant in the Tver region northwest of Moscow, according to numerous Telegram channels in Russia. The power plant is one of the largest generators in central Russia. Earlier, the governor of the region reported the destruction of five drones launched from Ukraine. No injuries were reported, and emergency services were dispatched to the scene.
04:54 Ziemiak: German Government Should Pay More Attention to PolandCDU politician Paul Ziemiak urged the German government to be more proactive in strengthening relations with Poland. "It's not a strong Germany that intimidates the Poles today - it's a weak one," he told web.de. Poland feels overlooked by Germany, especially in defense policy. Germany has made mistakes in the past and only provided stronger support to Ukraine under pressure from neighboring states.
03:45 Russia: Several Drones InterceptedRussian authorities declare that Russia's air defense systems have downed at least five drones over the Moscow area. Over 26 drones were allegedly brought down over the Bryansk region in southwestern Russia, more than ten over the Voronezh region, and additional drones over the Kursk, Lipetsk, Ryazan, and Tula regions. The governors of the affected regions disclosed this information on Telegram, with no reports of injuries or damage as of yet.
02:39 Russia: Drone Threat to Moscow DisruptedAccording to Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobjanin, Russian air defenses have shot down a drone approaching Moscow. Preliminary reports suggest no injuries or damage from the drone attack, as shared by Sobjanin on Telegram.
01:39 Netherlands to Provide 28 Amphibious Armored Vehicles to KyivThe Netherlands will send 28 amphibious armored vehicles of the Viking Bandvagn S10 type to Ukraine, announced Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans on the X platform. The Dutch Marine Corps has trained Ukrainian soldiers to operate these vehicles. Weighing approximately 11 tons and equipped with rubber tracks, the Viking Bandvagn S10 can navigate various surfaces, including water. "Ukraine is in desperate need of our aid in its fight against the Russian aggressor. Our support for Ukraine remains vital in keeping Russia at bay," the minister wrote. No specific delivery date was given.
00:35 Former US General Denounces Biden's Ukraine PolicyFormer US General Ben Hodges criticized the West's policy of preventing Ukraine from attacking Russia. Hodges stated at the Globsec Forum in Prague that the West lacks "a clear objective." Kyiv recently increased pressure for the policy to change by invading the Russian region of Kursk. However, the White House has not shifted its stance, despite some U.S. politicians backing Kyiv's demands. "This disastrous policy, which paradoxically safeguards Russian airfields better than Ukrainian civilians, is a reflection of our failing to establish clear-cut goals," Hodges said. According to the former US commander, the Biden administration is not effectively fulfilling its "primary responsibility - what we want to achieve."
23:25 Zelensky Advocates for Green Light on Assaults against RussiaUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is pushing harder for approval to attack Russia. "Cleansing our sky of Russian guided missiles is a crucial step to compel Russia to seek a halt to the war and a fair peace settlement," Zelensky mentioned in his nightly video update. "We necessitate the ability to fully and genuinely safeguard Ukraine and Ukrainians. We require both permission for long-range capabilities and weapons, as well as long-range missiles and rockets." Zelensky's representatives have allegedly shared all relevant information with Ukraine's partners, but he was coy about specifics. Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov disclosed to CNN that US broadcasters that Russian airfields used to bomb Ukrainian cities are within the reach of long-range weaponry.
22:15 Estonia and Latvia Celebrate 30th Anniversary of Russian Troop Deployment EndEstonia and Latvia celebrated the 30th anniversary of Russian troops leaving their territories with memorial events. More than half a century after the Soviet Red Army's occupation, the last Russian soldiers departed these now EU and NATO members on August 31, 1994. In Tallinn and Riga, Presidents Alar Karis (Estonia) and Edgars Rinkēvičs (Latvia) honored the historical, political, and legal implications of the events three decades past. Absent this troop withdrawal, neither true independence nor the path to EU and NATO membership in 2004 would have been possible, the two leaders stated during meetings with those involved in the negotiations with Russia. Today, the Baltic states stand as staunch supporters of Ukraine in its fight against Russia's aggression. As the conflict escalates, concerns about becoming the next target of Russia's armed forces increase in the region.
21:03 Ukrainian Kickboxing Champion Falls in BattleRoman Holovatiuk, a 28-year-old kickboxing world champion, was reported dead in combat in Ukraine. The Parliamentary Committee for Youth and Sports of Ukraine confirmed the news. Holovatiuk hailed from Kamianets-Podilskyi, a city in western Ukraine. At 22, he clinched recognition at the national and international level with a medal at the 2017 World Games in Poland. He subsequently went on to have a successful career, being crowned a Master of Sports in WAKO kickboxing, a World Games finalist, world champion, multiple World and European Cup winner, and multiple Ukrainian champion. After Russia's invasion in February 2022, he voluntarily enlisted in the army.
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The European Union has expressed concern over Russia's escalation in Ukraine, resulting in increased energy dependence on Moscow.
In light of the worsening situation in Ukraine, the European Union is reconsidering its policy towards energy imports from Russia.
