At 16:25, a Russian missile attack claims the life of one individual in the Kharkiv region.
15:57 Schmyhal predicts massive budget shortfall in Ukraine by 2025Prime Minister Denys Schmyhal discloses that Ukraine needs an extra $15 billion to meet its projected 2025 budget deficit. As per Reuters, Schmyhal mentions an estimated deficit of $35 billion for the coming year, with a plan to cover $20 billion. The Ukrainian government anticipates a deficit of around $38 billion for 2024. Schmyhal announces that the government plans to increase taxation and borrow from the domestic debt market to acquire additional funds for the conflict against Russia. Parliament will scrutinize these proposals in September.
15:32 Ukraine seeks self-defense measures amidst persistent Russian attacksUkraine reports the largest bombing and missile assault by the Russian military since the war's commencement. The heavy attacks carry on throughout the night. Consequently, Ukraine now explores alternative defense strategies beyond Western military aid.
15:11 Zelensky celebrates Ukraine's successful homegrown ballistic missile testPresident Volodymyr Zelensky shares that Ukraine has successfully launched its first locally produced ballistic missile. "The Ukrainian ballistic missile has been successfully tested," he declares, praising "our defense industry." However, Zelensky refrains from disclosing specific details about the missile.
14:45 Ryabkov accuses US of role in Ukrainian incursion into Kursk regionRussian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov considers the US to be involved in the Ukrainian troops' incursion into the Russian region of Kursk as an established fact. He suggests that the Russian government's response may be more severe than prior, citing information from Russian state news agencies RIA and TASS. Ryabkov fails to provide evidence or details to support his accusations. The White House denies having prior knowledge of the Ukrainian troops' sudden incursion into Kursk on August 6.
14:19 Zelensky boasts of F-16s intercepting Russian missilesUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asserts that new F-16 fighter jets have already managed to successfully intercept Russian missiles. "During this extensive missile attack, we shot down some missiles using F-16s," he says. The aircraft were deployed to counteract the devastating aerial strike on Monday. The Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, and Belgium have pledged over 60 of these US-produced fighter jets to Ukraine.
13:59 Alert for potential air threat near Russian nuclear power plant in KurskThere is a brief air raid alert in the Kursk city, Russian region of Kursk, during the afternoon. Sirens warn of an imminent missile threat, according to a Reuters reporter. The Kursk nuclear power plant, currently under inspection by the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, is located in Kursk.
13:44 Russian Army reportedly captures another location near PokrovskThe Russian army allegedly seizes another village near the strategically significant city of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine. The village of Orlowka in the Donetsk region has been "liberated," according to the Russian Ministry of Defense on Telegram. Orlowka is the Russian name for the Ukrainian village of Orliwka. Despite ongoing armed conflicts against the Ukrainian army in Kursk, Moscow continues its offensive in Donetsk. The Ministry of Defense frequently announces the capture of new locations, with the area around the integral logistics hub of Pokrovsk also under focus.
13:21 Lavrov brings up nuclear threats in response to Ukraine's claimsRussian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov rebukes Ukraine's calls for its allies to utilize weaponry supplied by the West regardless of the possibility of invading Russia as "extortion." He warns against the dangerous use of nuclear firepower by Western nuclear powers. Russia remains in the process of adjusting its nuclear doctrine, Lavrov states, without disclosing specific details. The doctrine authorizes the use of nuclear weapons if Russia's sovereignty or territorial integrity is jeopardized.
13:04 Syrskyj reports advancement in Kursk, yet ongoing difficulties in PokrovskAccording to Army Chief Oleksandr Syrskyj, Ukrainian troops are progressing further in the Russian region of Kursk, but Russian soldiers are closing in on the city of Pokrovsk in the Ukrainian region of Donetsk. Overall, the situation in Pokrovsk is complex.
12:42 Munz foresees increased attacks on Ukraine by RussiaAfter weeks of drone attacks, Russia now intensifies its rocket strikes on Ukraine, as explained by ntv correspondent Rainer Munz. The timing is not incidental, as autumn and the heating season are approaching.
12:33 Ukrainian forces capture 594 Russian POWs in KurskAccording to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyj, Ukraine has imprisoned a total of 594 Russian soldiers in the Kursk region. This is the first time he has disclosed such a figure. Earlier in the week, it was reported that the "Washington Post" had identified at least 247 Russian prisoners of war through a photo and video analysis.
12:09 Power outages and restrictions to last multiple more daysFollowing the largest Russian attack on Ukraine since the beginning of the war, power outages and severe power restrictions are projected to continue for several more days. Iwan Plachkov, President of the Ukrainian Energy Association, informed the Kyiv24 TV channel that these could persist for another one to two weeks. Plachkov specified that the extensive Russian attack on Monday was "one of the most extensive attacks on the energy infrastructure," with the aim of inflicting a complete power outage in the energy system.
11:46 Roth: Russia's onslaught will spark EU refugee influxMichael Roth, a foreign policy expert from SPD, predicts that Russia's intense attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure will lead to a refugee surge towards Europe. He asserted this to Politico, stating that the assault series marks the commencement of a new destructive campaign targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure. The intention behind this, Roth explains, is to paralyze Ukraine's weapons production and make life unbearable within Ukraine, thereby causing new refugee waves towards the EU. He also mentions that the damage inflicted is so extensive that a speedy repair is almost impossible. Roth calls for assistance during the upcoming harsh winter, like emergency generators, and a US approval for the use of long-range weapons against the airfields from where Russian bombers take off.
11:21 Ukrainian border guard: No notable military actions in BelarusThe Ukrainian border guard indicates that they aren't witnessing any significant military actions in Belarus. Border guard spokesperson Andrij Demtschenko confirms this via Ukrainian television, stating that there isn't any soldier or military equipment movement near the border. However, a general threat persists from the Ukrainian-Belarus border, as recently the Belarusian government was accused of concentrating a considerable troop and equipment force at the border.
10:56 Russian governor confirms Ukrainian breakthrough attempts in BelgorodThe governor of the Belgorod region, Vyacheslav Gladkov, corroborates reports from Russian Telegram channels of Ukrainian breakthrough attempts. He confirms that Ukraine has attacked the region with more than 20 drones in the past 24 hours. According to Gladkov, the Russian Ministry of Defense has declared that the situation on the border is complex but manageable. He urges calmness and reliance on only verified information sources.
10:50 Report: Ukraine forms new heavy troop unitsAs per a MilitaryLand report, Ukraine plans to establish new mechanized brigades for defensive warfare against Russian aggression. These units might be operational by 2025. The personnel will be predominantly recruited from Ukrainian expats, along with partial training in their respective countries. A mechanized brigade typically consists of about 2,000 soldiers, equipped with a vast inventory of heavy military gear like tanks.
10:44 IAEA chief Grossi inspects Russian NPP in KurskRafael Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), conducted an inspection of the Kursk nuclear power plant following serious concerns. Thousands of Ukrainian soldiers allegedly stormed the region on August 6, and Russia claims that Ukraine continues to attack the facility. The Ukrainian government has yet to provide an official comment on this matter.
10:23 FSB Charges Deutsche Welle Reporter with Illegal Border CrossingThe Russian FSB reportedly initiated criminal charges against two foreign journalists for crossing the Russian border illegally to report on the Ukrainian invasion in Kursk. The charges were brought against a Deutsche Welle reporter and a 1+1 Ukrainian correspondent, according to Reuters and Interfax reports. The FSB appears to have initiated criminal proceedings against at least 7 foreign journalists who have reported from the Kursk region.
10:02 Ukrainian Forces Attempt to Breach Russian Border in BelgorodUkrainian forces seem to be trying to penetrate the Russian border in the southern Belgorod region. Clashes are currently happening, as reported by The Guardian, citing Russian Telegram channels. Telegram channel Mash claims that around 500 Ukrainian soldiers attacked two checkpoints in Nechoteyewka and Shebekino in Belgorod. Conflicts continue at both locations. Belgorod shares a border with the Kursk region, where Ukraine took control of Russian territory since early August.
09:45 Kyiv Claims Heavy Russian CasualtiesAccording to the Ukrainian General Staff, Russia has reportedly lost 1,280 soldiers in a single day. The total number of Russian soldiers killed or incapacitated during the conflict now exceeds 610,100. Kyiv also reports that in the past 24 hours, 12 Russian tanks, 19 armored vehicles, 52 artillery systems, 120 drones, 103 missiles, and one multiple rocket launcher have been destroyed. These figures cannot be independently verified, while Russia maintains secrecy about its own losses.
09:21 "Everything En route to Kyiv Capital was Eliminated"Ukraine's air force allegedly annihilated five Russian-launched projectiles and 60 drones. Russia targeted Ukraine with ten projectiles and 81 drones as reported by Ukraine's air force on their Telegram channel. Approximately 15 drones and several projectiles were thwarted near Kyiv, as per the head of the city's military administration, Serhiy Popko. He stated, "Everything heading towards the capital Kyiv was eradicated." At 9:00 local time (8:00 CEST), ten drones were still buzzing in Ukrainian airspace. Other drones crashed. Three hypersonic Kinzhal (Dagger) missiles and two Iskander missiles could not be neutralized, according to air force commander Mykola Oleschuk. The military's figures, though not fully corroborated, provide a general perspective on the magnitude of the attack.
08:57 Overnight Assaults Claim Lives - Russia Fires Kinzhal MissilesRussia has carried out heavy air raids on Ukraine for the second straight night, employing a variety of weapons. At least four individuals have reportedly perished, as initially disclosed by Ukrainian authorities - two due to a missile strike on a hotel in Kryvyi Rih and two more due to drone attacks on Zaporizhzhia. Ukraine's air force claims that Russia used long-range bombers from which cruise missiles were launched. Kinzhal hypersonic missiles were also discharged.
08:33 China Endorses Own Peace Proposal
China is advocating for broader support for its own peace proposal. China's Special Envoy for Eurasian Affairs, Li Hui, stated after diplomatic talks with Indonesia, Brazil, and South Africa, that these three countries represent the Global South and are significant forces in promoting global peace. They have been communicating with both Ukraine and Russia and are committed to a political solution to the conflict through dialogue and negotiations, Li said. China and Brazil released a joint peace proposal this year, which calls for a peace conference involving all parties to the conflict and no further escalation on the battlefield. China and Russia skipped a peace conference in Switzerland in June. Russia was not invited, and China decided not to participate.
08:05 Russian Commander: Two Villages in Kursk "Liberated"
The Russian military claims to have "liberated" two more villages in the Russian region of Kursk. The Russian state news agency TASS cites the Deputy Head of the Military Political Department of the Russian Armed Forces and Commander of the Chechen special unit Achmat, Major General Apti Alaudinow, as saying, "I am delighted to report that the Arbat unit has completely purged the villages of Nizhnyaya Parovaya and Nechaevo today, and the 1427th regiment is moving in. Thus, this area has also been sanitized and brought under control." The situation on the front line has not significantly altered today, Alaudinow said. "The adversary sustained heavy losses today. They assaulted throughout the day and suffered severe losses as a result." These declarations cannot be independently verified. However, the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) confirms that Monday's published geographical images showed that Ukrainian forces were operating immediately west of Nechaevo.
07:37 Biden Condemns Latest Russian Attacks as "Inhumane"US President Joe Biden has denounced the latest Russian assaults on Monday as "inhumane". "I strongly condemn Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine and its attempts to engulf the Ukrainian people in darkness," Biden said. Russia will never triumph in Ukraine. Moscow is "targeting Ukraine's lifelines" with attacks and trying to "disrupt supplies," the German Foreign Office said. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy condemned the Russian attacks as "despicable".
07:05 ISW: Unlikely that Belarus will invade UkraineThe Institute for the Study of War (ISW) still believes that an invasion of Ukraine by Belarusian forces is improbable. The US think tank bases its analysis on an examination by the Ukraine-based open-source news organization Frontline Insight and Rochan Consulting, which suggests that Belarusian combat units usually function at only 30 to 40 percent of their total strength and rely on mobilization to occupy units. Such mobilization has not yet occurred. Instead, it is more likely that the current objective is to divert Ukrainian forces from their efforts elsewhere along the front line, thereby supporting Russian troops. The present number of Russian forces in Belarus is also insufficient to spearhead a coordinated invasion from the Gomel region's border. An invasion of Ukraine by Belarus, or even military involvement in the conflict, would weaken the ability of leader Alexander Lukashenko to defend his regime. Unrest in his own country could significantly escalate. The next presidential elections are scheduled for February 2025.
06:32 Former Democratic Presidential Candidate Endorses Trump, Urges U.S. to "Retreat from the Brink of War"
Previous Democratic presidential contender and now-independent congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, who's since distanced herself from her party, is backing Republican candidate Donald Trump in the upcoming election. She's vowed to do everything within her power to assist him in regaining the presidency, Gabbard mentions. Evaluating the conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, the ex-National Guard solider indicates that Trump will initially work on bringing the U.S. back from the edge of war if re-elected. Gabbard campaigned for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2020 but lacked a realistic shot at winning and eventually endorsed Joe Biden, who clinched the victory for the Democrats. At the time, the Hawaii delegate advocated for a decolonization of American foreign policy. Gabbard had to defend herself against allegations that her campaign was fueled by Russia and was solely aimed at weakening the Democrats.
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06:17 Biden Commends Modi's Visit to Ukraine
U.S. President Joe Biden has lauded Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his visit to Ukraine recently. Modi, whose country claims impartiality in the war between Ukraine and Russia, posted on his X account that he had discussed with Biden India's wholehearted backing for a prompt restoration of peace and stability in Ukraine. The White House reveals that Biden commended both Modi's dealings with Ukraine and his trip to Poland last week. Warsaw is one of Ukraine's closest allies in Eastern Europe. The National Security Advisor to the White House, John Kirby, informs reporters that the U.S. welcomes any other nation that understands the perspective of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and wants to assist him in working towards a fair peace.
05:45 Witnesses Report Multiple Explosions in KyivIn the latest unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) attack on Kyiv, witnesses report at least three series of explosions. There are no reports of casualties at the moment. Air defense systems in the Kyiv region have been operational night and day to ward off missiles and drones aimed at the capital, the regional military administration declares on Telegram. The attacks occur just a day after the largest Russian air raid so far in this conflict.
05:03 Air Force: Russian Bombers and Drones Head towards UkraineAccording to Ukrainian sources, Russia has launched bombers and drones heading towards Ukraine. The Tu-95ms bombers took off from Engels airbase in southwestern Russia, the Ukrainian air force reveals on Telegram. Attack drones are also in transit to Ukraine. Air alerts have been activated in numerous parts of Ukraine, as per local authorities.
04:04 Two Killed in Russian Missile Strike on Kryvyi RihThe death toll from the Russian missile assault on the Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih has climbed to two, according to Ukrainian accounts. A Russian missile hit a hotel, and up to five individuals might be trapped beneath the wreckage, rescue operations continue, Ukrainian media claim, citing military administrations for the district and the city. The Russians bombarded the hotel with a ballistic missile, the city administration reports. These reports cannot be verifiable independently.
02:04 Additional Drone Attack on KyivAccording to Ukrainian sources, another Russian drone assault has occurred in the Kyiv region. "Detection of enemy UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) movement," the Kyiv region military administration declares on Telegram. "Air defense systems are operational in the area."
00:35 Ukraine: At Least One Dead in Russian Missile Strike on Kryvyi RihAt least one person has perished in a Russian missile strike on a civilian infrastructure building in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih. Five more individuals may be trapped beneath the rubble, regional authorities report. Kryvyi Rih Military Administration Head Oleksandr Vilkul announces on Telegram that four individuals have been hospitalized with injuries. The governor of the Dnipropetrovsk region, Serhiy Lysak, declares on Telegram that the building has been "leveled to the ground." These reports cannot be independently confirmed. There has been no reaction from the Russian side yet.
23:19 Zelenskyy Warns Russia of Retaliation over Air StrikesFollowing the extensive Russian air raids against Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has threatened retaliation. The military response will be prepared using the F-16 fighter jets supplied by the West, Zelenskyy asserts in his evening video message. He provides no details regarding the planned retaliation. However, he once again mentions the Ukrainian offensive in the Russian region of Kursk, which has been underway for three weeks. Ukrainian troops have expanded their control there and captured more Russian prisoners of war, which strengthens the prospects for prisoner exchanges.
22:03 USA: Russia aims to plunge Ukraine into darknessFollowing the massive bombardments in Ukraine, the USA alleges that Russia is attempting to "plunge the Ukrainian people into darkness as autumn begins," as per John Kirby, spokesperson for the National Security Council. The attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure are "scandalous." The USA condemns "Russia's ongoing aggression against Ukraine," Kirby stated.
21:20 Further evacuations in the Donetsk regionUkrainian authorities have ordered additional evacuations in the Donetsk region due to Russia's advance. As a result of the deteriorating security situation, the evacuation area has been expanded, and children and their parents or guardians are required to abandon their homes, Donetsk Governor Vadym Filaschkin announces. A total of 27 settlements in the Kostyantynivka and Selydove regions have been identified. Previously, evacuations had been ordered in the Pokrovsk area due to the Russian troops' advance.
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The Ukrainian government, in an effort to fund its military operations and meet budget deficits, plans to increase taxation and borrow from the domestic debt market.
Following persistent Russian attacks, Ukraine explores alternative defense strategies beyond Western military aid, recognizing the need for self-defense measures.
