At 14:10, Zelensky indicates that a Russian missile leveled a mosque in Kiev.
At 05:39, 06:20, and 09:29 (see entries), a Russian aerial assault on Kyiv during the night significantly harmed a mosque and a neighboring Islamic community center. In a post on X, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy contends that Russia lacks respect for ethical or human values and disregards any religion or belief. "It proceeds with its damaging crusade against the Ukrainian populace, aiming to demolish all our communities and even sacred places of worship," Zelenskyy adds. The mosque's chief religious leader, Vadym Dashevski, discussed with Reuters the mosque being targeted in a cowardly assault.
13:39: Video displays an intensive drone wave in and around MoscowUkraine conducts a significant drone assault, targeting areas in and around Moscow. An explosion is caught on camera at a refinery, which is mere 16 kilometers from the Kremlin. Two other power plants also endure the impact. Russian reports suggest that over 150 Ukrainian drones were obstructed.**
12:58: Poland advocates for the shooting down of Russian dronesPoland's Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski believes that Poland has a moral responsibility to shoot down Russian drones and other aircraft approaching from Ukraine prior to entering Polish airspace. Sikorski voiced his opinion to the British "Financial Times" (FT), stating that this would be a legitimate act of self-defense, as the risk of injury from debris would be considerable if they were permitted to enter. Sikorski's stance stands in contrast to NATO's official position, which considers the potential for escalating the conflict through direct confrontation with Russian forces to be high.**
12:12: Munz: Russia's reactions to the electoral victories of AfD and BSWThe outcomes of the state elections in Thuringia and Saxony are subjects of discussion in Russia. ntv correspondent Rainer Munz discusses reactions to the electoral triumphs of AfD and BSW, as well as how Russia is coping with what may be the most extensive drone attack on the Russian capital ever.**
11:40: Putin commends the speed of Russian advancementsRussian President Vladimir Putin has commended the swiftness of his armed forces' progress in taking over fresh territories in neighboring Ukraine. He told Russian news agencies that the Ukrainian counterattack in the Kursk region failed to halt the Russian troops' advance in the Donbass. "We're not discussing progress of 200 or 300 meters," Putin said. "We're discussing several square kilometers. That's the rate of the advance in the Donbass we haven't seen in a long time." On his way to Mongolia, Putin made a stop in the Siberian republic of Tuva to participate in a lesson on the newly introduced subject "Conversations about the Important," which aims to bring children closer to the Kremlin's political agenda. Putin frequently assumes the role of teacher in public lessons, reiterating the claim that the war he ordered serves to protect his own country.**
11:07 Ukraine: 22 Missiles and 20 Drones neutralizedUkraine's air force reports neutralizing 22 out of 35 missiles and destroying 20 out of 23 Russian attack drones. Nine ballistic missiles and 13 cruise missiles were neutralized over Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Poltava, Mykolaiv, and Zaporizhzhia.**
10:36 Video displays Russian missile strike on KharkivRussia has been bombarding Kharkiv with missile strikes for several days. According to Ukrainian reports, at least 10 missiles were launched at the city on Sunday, hitting a shopping and entertainment center. Numerous casualties were reported.**
10:01 Casualties from Russian assault on Sumy increaseThe number of casualties from a Russian missile attack on the Sumy city in northeastern Ukraine has increased. The latest figures from Ukraine's interior ministry suggest that 18 individuals were injured, including six children. Previously, Sumy's city administration reported that at least 13 civilians, including four children, were injured. The attack targeted a center for the social and psychological rehabilitation of children and an orphanage. The security situation in the Sumy region has deteriorated further following the onset of the cross-border incursion into Russia's neighboring Kursk region on August 6. Sumy, with a population over 250,000, is approximately 350 kilometers east of Kyiv.**
09:29 Ukraine: Two individuals injured in Russian aerial strike on KyivRussia has once again bombarded the Ukrainian capital Kyiv with missiles (see entries 05:39 and 06:20). At least two people were injured by debris from downed missiles, local authorities claim. Fires were started, and houses and infrastructure were damaged. A nationwide air alert was in effect for nearly two hours overnight until the early morning.**
08:57 ISW: Majority of Russians support the war in UkraineThe Russian population continues to back the war in Ukraine, even after Ukraine's incursion into Russia's border region of Kursk. This is according to the latest report by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), which cites polls by the independent Russian polling agency Levada Center. Support for the Russian military operation in Ukraine among Russians rose to around 78% in August, up from 75% in July and 77% in June. The Russian population does not appear to be exhausted by war, giving the Kremlin flexibility in its strategy of conducting a protracted war of attrition against Ukraine, ISW analysts interpret.**
08:11 Ukrainian Military Reports Significant Russian CasualtiesThe Ukrainian armed forces have provided new figures regarding Russian troop losses in Ukraine. As per their data, around 617,600 Russian soldiers have been killed in action since February 24, 2022, an average of 1,300 deaths per day. A post from Kyiv indicates that nine tanks, twelve artillery systems, one medium-range artillery rocket system, and thirty drones have been destroyed. Since the commencement of the large-scale invasion, Russia is said to have lost 8,601 tanks, 17,646 artillery systems, 368 aircraft, 328 helicopters, countable drones, 28 ships, and a submarine. Western estimates suggest fewer casualties, but these numbers are likely to be underestimates.
07:29 Saporishshia Under Heavy Russian ShellingRussian forces have relentlessly shelled the Ukrainian region of Saporishshia for the past 24 hours. The military governor of Saporishshia, Ivan Fedorov, reported through Telegram that the settlements of Lobkove, Pjatschatki, and Nowoandriiwka were struck by four Russian air strikes, with 95 drones involved.
07:03 Man Rescued from Rubble in KharkivRescue workers managed to retrieve a man alive from the debris of a collapsed event hall in Kharkiv following a Russian air strike. The survivor acknowledged being in good health shortly after his rescue. Officials reported that over 40 people, including five children, were injured in Russian rocket attacks on Kharkiv, which targeted a shopping center and an event hall on Sunday afternoon.
06:20 Kyiv Suffers Heavy Russian AttackRussia bombarded Ukraine with drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles, hitting Kyiv and potentially other cities, according to the Ukrainian airforce. Thousands of Kyiv inhabitants sought shelter as a result of a series of explosions in the city. Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported emergencies in the Holosiyivskyi and Solomianskyi districts on Telegram and mentioned several fires. The mayor of Kyiv's military administration, Serhiy Popko, also disclosed fires in the Shevchenkivskyi district, where an individual was injured by falling debris. "There will be a response. The enemy will feel its consequences," said Andriy Yermak, head of the Ukrainian presidential office, on Telegram.
05:39 Kyiv Hit by Russian Missile StrikeUkrainian military representatives have confirmed a Russian missile strike on Kyiv via the Telegram messaging service. Kyiv residents reported hearing numerous loud explosions, suggesting the activation of air defense systems. Further information regarding the number of missiles discharged and potential damage is yet to be disclosed.
04:46 Putin Pursuing New Gas Pipeline to ChinaRussian President Vladimir Putin stated that the development of a new gas pipeline to China through Mongolia was progressing as planned. In January 2022, a feasibility study was authorized and necessary technical investigations carried out, Putin stated in an interview with the Mongolian newspaper "Onoodor." The planned pipeline, "Power of Siberia 2," is expected to transport 50 billion cubic meters of natural gas from the Russian Yamal region to China annually.
03:34 Russian Attack on Sumy OrphanageRussian troops have bombarded a children's center for social and psychological rehabilitation in Sumy and an orphanage with rockets, according to "Ukrainska Pravda." Thirteen individuals, including two children, were reportedly injured. The damaged building is located in a residential area, according to local military authorities.
02:26 Majority of Poles Support Shooting Down Russian Spy DronesA poll conducted by the Polish newspaper "Rzeczpospolita" revealed that around 60% of Polish citizens believe that the Polish military should engage air defense systems to bring down Russian drones that invade Polish airspace during attacks on Ukraine. The poll refers to an anonymous drone, presumed to be a Shahed kamikaze drone, that flew over Poland for 30 minutes on August 26 before disappearing. Polish Brigadier General Tomasz Drewniak stated that Russia was most probably examining Poland's air defense system by unleashing drones into Polish airspace.
00:26 Belgorod Suffers at the Hands of Ukrainian ShellingRussian governor Vyacheslav Gladkov reported one fatality in the Russian village of Shagarovka as a result of Ukrainian artillery fire. Three civilians were injured in the villages of Shebekino and Shagarovka. At least one further village was shelled by Ukrainian forces.
23:08 Russia Boasts of Repelling Ukrainian Drone AssaultsRussia claims to have successfully repelled "massive" Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow and fourteen other regions. A total of 158 flying objects were reportedly intercepted during the night, as per a Telegram post by the Russian defense ministry. Ten drones supposedly targeted Moscow, according to official statements.
22:24 Kharkiv Suffers Heavy Casualties from Russian Air StrikeThe number of casualties from the Russian air strike on Kharkiv transcended 47, including seven children, as reported by the Ukrainian state emergency service on Telegram. Several civilian infrastructures, including a shopping center, were attacked, as depicted in images from news outlets.
9:52 PM Ukrainian Helicopter Collapses During Training Exercise - Two Flight Crew Members PerishTwo crew members lost their lives when a Ukrainian military helicopter collapsed during a training session at Ivan Kozhedub Kharkiv National Air Force University. The state-run news agency Ukrinform reported this occurrence, as indicated on the university's Facebook page. The university extended its sympathies and revealed that investigators, specialists, and defense ministry officials are scrutinizing the crash site. The reason behind the collapse is yet to be identified.
8:06 PM Ukrainian Energy Sector Warns of Power Interruptions
In the wake of substantial Russian assaults on the country's power distribution system, Ukraine is anticipated to encounter multiple power interruptions on Monday. This information was disclosed by the Ukrainian energy provider Ukrenergo, according to Ukrinform. The power supply to vital infrastructure facilities will not be compromised. However, Ukrenergo advises that alterations in the extent of limitations might transpire.
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The Ukrainian military is reportedly conducting a significant drone assault, targeting areas in and around Moscow, calling into question Russia's air defenses. Additionally, the Russian military is facing heavy criticism for attackings sacred places of worship, such as the mosque in Kyiv that was significantly harmed during the night.
