At 22:01 in Ukraine, around 170 distinct drones have been utilized on the frontline thus far.
Ukraine has utilized around 170 various types of drones in their battle against Russian troops thus far. This information was shared by Vadym Sukharevskyi, the deputy commander-in-chief of the armed forces, during his conversation with Ukrinform. The Ukrainian military is heavily relying on unmanned aerial vehicles in their defensive efforts. Moreover, the country is consistently inventing and manufacturing new models that can occasionally reach targets deep into Russian territory.
21:27 Kyiv's Leadership Wants the Second Peace Summit to be Held in the Global SouthThe leadership in Kyiv desires the second Ukraine Peace Summit to be held in one of the countries in the Global South. As stated by Ukrainian presidential advisor Andriy Yermak, "We wish for the second summit to be held in one of the countries of the Global South." He also mentioned that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had expressed his support for Ukraine's territorial integrity during his recent visit to Kyiv.**
20:58 USA Condemns the Death of a Reuters Employee by RussiaThe White House condemns a rocket attack on a hotel in Ukraine that resulted in the death of a Reuters security advisor and injured two Reuters journalists. "We strongly condemn this attack and express our deepest sympathies to Reuters for the loss of their colleague," expressed a spokesperson for the National Security Council.**
20:25 Zelenskyy: Kursk Offensive is Among the 'Stages to End the War'According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the offensive in the Russian region of Kursk is among the "stages to end the war." "The Kursk operation is not associated with any points of the (Ukrainian) peace formula," Zelenskyy said. "Is the Kursk operation related to the second peace summit? Yes, it is. Since the Kursk operation is one of the parts of the Ukrainian victory plan."**
19:52 Russia Constructs Ponton Bridges in Kursk to Secure Supply LinesAfter Ukraine destroyed several bridges in the Kursk region, Russia is attempting to protect its supply lines using ponton bridges. Satellite images taken on Monday show that Russian forces have constructed a temporary bridge over the Seim River near a destroyed bridge. Ukraine continues to try and destroy these Russian crossings using techniques such as long-range artillery.**
19:17 Zelenskyy Plans to Present War Ending Plan to Biden, Trump and HarrisUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to present his strategy for a successful conclusion to the war against Russia to outgoing US President Joe Biden in September. Donald Trump and Kamala Harris will also be briefed on the plan, as stated by Zelenskyy. The Kursk offensive is already included in this plan. In addition to military components, the plan also encompasses diplomatic and economic proposals, according to Zelenskyy.**
18:44 Ukrainian Authorities Have Recorded 136,000 War Crimes Committed by Russian AggressorsSince the start of the large-scale Russian invasion in 2022, Ukrainian law enforcement agencies have documented 136,000 war crimes carried out by the aggressor. The prosecutor's office has since investigated 660 suspects, of whom 126 have been found guilty, according to Ukrainian authorities. Andriy Kostin, the Ukrainian Prosecutor General, noted that these figures may not be complete due to inaccessible occupied territories.**
18:20 Russian Intelligence Agency Investigates German and Ukrainian JournalistsThe Russian domestic intelligence agency FSB has launched investigations against a Deutsche Welle correspondent and a Ukrainian journalist. They are being accused of illegally entering the Russian region of Kursk, as announced by the FSB. Nick Connolly, an employee of the German international broadcaster Deutsche Welle (DW), and Natalia Nagornaya, an employee of the Ukrainian channel 1+1, are reportedly working in Ukrainian-controlled areas in Kursk.**
17:51 Zelensky: Ukraine Can Produce Up to Two Million Drones This YearAccording to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine has the capacity to produce 1.5 to two million drones this year. However, financing is lacking, as mentioned by Zelensky. The war with Russia can only be brought to an end through dialogue. To further their vision of peace, the government in Kyiv must be in a powerful position during the conference that is still scheduled for this year, according to Zelensky.**
17:25 Grossi: Proximity of Conflicts to the Kursk NPP is "Extremely Serious"The proximity of the fighting between Ukraine and Russia to the nuclear power plant in the Russian border region of Kursk is highly dangerous, according to the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, following a visit to the site. "An NPP of this kind located so close to a conflict zone or military front is an extremely serious matter," Grossi said. "The fact that we have military action taking place just a few kilometers away makes it an immediate concern," he added. "Ultimately, it may all sound rather straightforward: do not attack a nuclear power plant," Grossi said. The nuclear power plant is currently operating under "nearly normal conditions," he added.**
16:51 Syrskyj: Russia Shifts 30,000 Troops to KurskThe main aim of Ukraine's operation in Kursk is to divert Russian troops from other areas, specifically Pokrovsk and Kurachovo in Donetsk. As per Ukrainian military leader, Alexander Syrskyj, Russia is currently transferring approximately 30,000 soldiers to Kursk. He added, "This number is rising." Consequently, Russia seems to be reducing its presence in southern Ukraine. However, the tension is high in Pokrovsk's focal region. Russia appears to be concentrating its strongest forces there, according to Syrskyj.
16:25 Russian Shelling Claims One Life in Kharkiv RegionThe Russian army bombarded the Kharkiv region city of Bohoduchiw with missiles. A single fatality and six injuries were reported by the Ukrainian prosecutor general's office. One missile allegedly hit a bus stop, leading to a 71-year-old woman's death. Russian attacks also affected industrial facilities, residential areas, and vehicles.
15:57 Schmyhal Predicts Ukraine's $15B Budget Deficit for 2025Prime Minister Denys Schmyhal estimates that Ukraine will need an additional $15 billion to cover its projected 2025 budget deficit. Reuters quoted him, stating that Ukraine anticipates a $35 billion deficit in 2026, aiming to cover $20 billion. Government estimates suggest a $38 billion deficit in 2024. Schmyhal shared that the government plans to raise taxes and increase domestic borrowing to gather extra funds for fighting against Russia. Parliament is scheduled to discuss these proposals in September.
15:32 Ukraine Investigates Developing Homegrown Weapon SystemsAfter witnessing the largest bomb and missile attack by the Russian army since the war commenced, Ukraine is looking into alternative methods to defend itself besides Western military aid.
15:11 Zelensky Celebrates Ukraine's First Successful Homemade Ballistic Missile TestPresident Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine had successfully tested its first domestically produced ballistic missile. "Our defense industry has achieved the first successful test of a Ukrainian ballistic missile," he stated. However, he declined to provide details about the missile.
14:45 Ryabkov Accuses US of Involvement in Kursk IncursionRussian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov deemed US involvement in Ukraine's incursion in the Russian region of Kursk a fact. He cited potential harsher responses from the Russian government due to this, yet he provided no evidence or details to support his accusations. The White House dismissed prior knowledge of the Ukrainian troop's surprise incursion into Kursk on August 6.
14:19 Zelensky Claims F-16s Intercept Russian MissilesUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared that the new F-16 fighter jets had already successfully intercepted Russian missiles. "During this large-scale missile attack, we took down some missiles using F-16s," he stated. It was said that these jets were utilized to counter the devastating air attack on August 8. The Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, and Belgium have promised to furnish Ukraine with more than 60 of these US-produced fighter jets collectively.
13:44 Russian Soldiers Allegedly Seize Another Location Near PokrovskAccording to Russian Ministry of Defense reports, the Russian army has reportedly seized another village near the strategically vital city of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine. The village of Orlowka in Donetsk has been "liberated," as per the Russian Ministry of Defense's announcement. Despite ongoing battles in the Russian region of Kursk, Moscow is pushing ahead with its offensive in Donetsk. The Ministry of Defense frequently shares updates of captured locations. The Pokrovsk region's focus remains busy.
13:21 Lavrov Issues Nuclear WarningRussian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov criticized Ukraine's request to its allies to utilize the provided weapons against Russia, labeling it as blackmail. He warned Western nuclear powers against "playing with fire." Lavrov talked about Russia's nuclear doctrine adjustments but refused to supply additional information. The doctrine permits the use of nuclear weapons when Russia's sovereignty or territorial integrity is endangered.
13:04 Syrskyj Discloses Challenges in Pokrovsk While Progress in KurskAccording to Ukrainian Army Chief Oleksandr Syrskyj, troops are progressing in the Russian region of Kursk. However, Russian soldiers are also advancing towards the Ukrainian region of Pokrovsk's city, where the situation is difficult.
12:42 Munz Anticipates Intensified Attacks on UkraineFollowing recent drone attacks, Russia has intensified its rocket assaults on Ukraine, according to ntv correspondent Rainer Munz. He explained that this timing was not coincidental, as the autumn and heating season were approaching.
After the biggest Russian assault on Ukraine since the conflict began, power outages and intense power restrictions are anticipated to continue for several more days. According to Iwan Plachkov, president of the Ukrainian Energy Association, he told Kyiv24 TV channel that these could last up to one to two weeks. Plachkov stated that the large-scale attack on Monday was "one of the most massive attacks on the energy infrastructure," aiming to bring about a complete power blackout in the energy system.
As reported by SPD foreign policy expert Michael Roth, Russia's ongoing aggressive attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure will trigger a refugee movement towards Europe. According to Roth, these attacks are the beginning of a new "destruction campaign" against Ukraine's energy infrastructure, with the objective of hindering Ukraine's weapons production on one hand, and making life unbearable for Ukrainians on the other, leading to new refugee waves towards Europe. Roth urged support for the upcoming "harsh winter" - such as backup power generators - and a US authorization for the utilization of long-range weapons against Russian airfields.
The Ukrainian Border Guard reports no evident troop movements in Belarus. Spokesman Andrij Demtschenko informed Ukrainian television that no movements of soldiers or equipment have been observed near the border, however, there remains a general threat from the border with Belarus. Recently, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry stated that Belarus had amassed troops and equipment near the border. Belarus is a close ally of Russia.
Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov of the Belgorod region announced on Telegram that "reports have surfaced that the enemy is attempting to breach the border." This confirms reports from Russian Telegram channels (see entry from 10:02). According to Russian Ministry of Defense, the border situation is challenging but manageable. Gladkov stated that Ukraine had attacked the region with over 20 drones in the last 24 hours. Kyiv has yet to comment on the alleged incidents.
Ukraine is reportedly setting up new mechanized brigades for the defensive struggle against Russian aggression, which could be operational by 2025. The soldiers are expected to be recruited from Ukrainians living abroad and partially trained there. A mechanized brigade typically consists of around 2,000 soldiers, equipped with heavy military equipment such as tanks.
Rafael Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has arrived to inspect the Kursk nuclear power plant in the Russian border region of the same name, according to a report by the Russian state news agency TASS. Grossi planned to personally lead the inspection of the plant near the city of Kursk due to the critical situation. Thousands of Ukrainian soldiers had stormed the region in a surprise attack on August 6. Russia accuses Ukraine of frequently attacking the plant. The Ukrainian government has not yet officially commented on this.
The Russian security service FSB has reportedly initiated criminal proceedings against two foreign journalists. They are suspected of illegally crossing the Russian border to report from the Kursk region following the Ukrainian invasion. According to this report, the journalists are a reporter from Deutsche Welle and a correspondent from the Ukrainian TV channel 1+1. The FSB has reportedly initiated criminal proceedings against at least seven foreign journalists who have reported from Kursk.
Ukrainian forces are alleged to be attempting to break through the Russian border in the southern Belgorod region. According to The Guardian, citing Russian Telegram channels, there are current clashes taking place, with around 500 Ukrainian soldiers attacking two checkpoints in Nechoteyewka and Shebekino in Belgorod, and fighting continuing at both locations. Belgorod borders the Russian region of Kursk, where Ukrainian forces have captured Russian territory since early August.
Russia has reportedly lost 1,280 soldiers in a day, according to the Ukrainian general staff. This brings the total number of Russian soldiers killed or incapacitated since the start of the war to 610,100. Kyiv also reports that 12 Russian tanks, 19 armored vehicles, 52 artillery systems, 120 drones, 103 missiles, and one multiple rocket launcher have been destroyed in the past 24 hours. These figures cannot be independently verified, and Russia is not disclosing its own loss details.
Everything headed towards Kyiv's capital was destroyed.
Ukraine's air defense forces assert that they have successfully neutralized five Russian-originated missiles and sixty drones. Russian aggression involved the launch of ten missiles and eighty-one drones, as per the air force's official Telegram account. In Kyiv, approximately fifteen drones and several missiles were intercepted, as reported by Serhiy Popko, the city's military administration head. "Each flight trajectory heading towards Kyiv was terminated," Popko stated. Ten drones were still airborne at 9 am local time (8 am CEST), while other drones had crashed. Despite the defensive efforts, three Kinzhal (Dagger) hypersonic missiles and two Iskander missiles could not be intercepted, according to Mykola Oleschuk, air force commander. Although these statistics are not entirely verifiable, they provide an approximate insight into the magnitude of the assault.
08:57 Violent Night Results in Multiple Deaths - Russia Bombards Ukraine with Kinzhal Missiles
Russia has intensified its aerial attacks against Ukraine for the second consecutive night. At least four fatalities have been reported by Ukrainian authorities, citing a hotel in Kryvyi Rih as the target of a missile attack and two casualties from drone attacks in Zaporizhzhia. According to Ukrainian air force reports, Russia employed long-range bombers to release cruise missiles and launched Kinzhal hypersonic missiles.
08:33 Beijing Elevates Own Peace Initiative
China is advocating for a wider acceptance of its peace proposal. China's Special Envoy for Eurasian Affairs, Li Hui, emphasized that Indonesia, Brazil, and South Africa, all representing the Global South and key players in worldwide peace promotion, communicated strongly with both Ukraine and Russia. The countries are committed to a diplomatic resolution to the conflict, per Li's statement. The pair published a joint peace program in 2023, outlining a peace conference involving all conflict parties and ceasing further field expansion. However, neither Russia nor China attended a Swiss peace conference held in June, with Russia opting out due to not being invited, while China declined participation.
08:05 Chechen Leader of Achmat Unit Claims Two Kursk Settlements " Liberated"
Russia has declared the "liberation" of two living spaces in the Kursk area, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense. The deputy head of the military-political main department of the Russian Armed Forces, Major General Apti Alaudinow, and the commander of the Chechen special unit Achmat, shared this information with TASS news agency. Although the situation remains unchanged near the front-line, the enemy has suffered heavy losses during the maneuvers, according to Alaudinow. These statements cannot be substantiated independently. ISW notes that photographs from Monday show Ukrainian forces close to Nechayev, which is controlled by Russia.
07:37 Biden Condemns Recent Russian Attacks as Inhumane
US President Joe Biden denounced Russia's most recent attacks as inhumane. He criticized the attacks as targeted directly against the Ukrainian population, attempting to impair their utilities, and obstructing supplies. Germany, through its foreign ministry, expressed strong disapproval as well, labeling the Russian attacks as "cowardly." The British Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, also condemned the attacks.
07:05 War With Belarus Unlikely - ISW Analysis
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) assesses that an invasion of Ukraine by Belarusian troops is improbable. Its reasoning stems from an analysis by Frontline Insight and Rochan Consulting, which indicates that Belarussian combat units function at only 30 to 40 percent of their full capacity and mobilize for deployment. No mobilization has been announced, and instead, the current strategy appears to be diverting Ukrainian forces' attention from ongoing conflict fronts. Furthermore, the number of Russian troops stationed in Belarus does not provide enough force to execute a coordinated invasion from the Gomel region. Lastly, an invasion or military involvement in Ukraine may weaken Alexander Lukashenko's authority, potentially leading to a significant surge in domestic dissent. The nation's next presidential elections are scheduled for February 2025.
Previous Democratic presidential hopeful and ex-congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, now distancing herself from the Democratic Party, is backing Republican nominee Donald Trump in the upcoming November election. Gabbard declared her intention to provide any assistance she can to help Trump regain the White House, she stated. Drawing attention to conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, the former military serviceman Gabbard argued that if Trump were to win, his primary objective would be to "pull the US back from the edge of war." Gabbard had previously contested the Democratic presidential nomination in 2020 but had minimal chances of triumphing, eventually backing Joe Biden, who went on to secure the Democratic election victory. At the time, Gabbard had advocated for a less militaristic US foreign policy. The 43-year-old politician faced accusations of her campaign being backed by Russia and only intended to undermine the Democrats.
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06:17 Biden Pays Tribute to Modi
U.S. President Joe Biden praises Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his recent visit to Ukraine. Modi, whose country claims neutrality in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, shares on Twitter that he spoke with Biden about India's wholehearted support for a swift restoration of peace and stability in Ukraine. The White House affirms that Biden commended both Modi's engagement with Ukraine and his trip to Poland recently. Poland is one of Ukraine's closest allies in Eastern Europe. As stated by John Kirby, the National Security Council's communications coordinator, "We welcome any other nation that acknowledges the perspective of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and seeks to aid him in pursuing a just peace."
05:45 Witnesses Report Series of Explosions in KyivIn the most recent drone attack on Kyiv, witnesses report at least three series of explosions. No reports of fatalities or injuries have been reported yet. Air defense systems in the Kyiv region have been active throughout the night to intercept missiles and drones targeting the city, the Kyiv regional military administration reports on Telegram. The attacks took place just one day following the largest Russian air attack thus far in this conflict.
05:03 Air Force: Russian Bombers and Drones Heading Towards UkraineRussia has dispatched bombers and drones towards Ukraine, according to Ukrainian sources. The Tu-95ms bombers departed from the Engels airbase in southwestern Russia, explains the Ukrainian Air Force on Telegram. Drone attacks are also en route to Ukraine. Alerts have been issued in numerous parts of Ukraine, as reported by local authorities.
04:04 Two Dead After Russian Missile Strike on Kryvyi RihThe death toll resulting from the Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih has increased to two, as per Ukrainian reports. A Russian missile impacted a hotel, with up to five individuals potentially trapped beneath the debris, rescue operations are underway, Ukrainian media reports, citing the district and city military administrations. The Russians destroyed the hotel using a ballistic missile, the city administration reports. These reports cannot be independently verified.
02:04 Another Drone Attack on KyivAnother Russian drone attack has occurred in the Kyiv region, according to Ukrainian reports. "Intrusion of enemy UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) detected," the Kyiv region military administration reports on Telegram. "Air defense systems are active in the area."
00:35 Ukraine: At Least One Dead in Russian Missile Strike on Kryvyi RihAt least one individual has passed away in a Russian missile strike on a civilian infrastructure building in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih. Five more people may still be buried beneath the debris, regional authorities report. The head of the Kryvyi Rih military administration, Oleksandr Vilkul, reports on Telegram that four individuals have been hospitalized with injuries. The governor of the Dnipropetrovsk region, Serhiy Lysak, states on Telegram that the civilian building has been "reduced to rubble." These reports cannot be independently verified. There has been no reaction from the Russian side yet.
23:19 Zelenskyy Vows Retaliation Against Russia for Air StrikesAfter the extensive Russian air strikes in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pledged retaliation. The military response is being prepared using the F-16 fighter jets provided by the West, Zelenskyy declares in his evening video address. He does not provide specific details of the planned retaliation. However, he refers once again to the Ukrainian offensive in the Russian region of Kursk, which has been ongoing for three weeks. Ukrainian troops have expanded their control there and taken more Russian prisoners of war, improving the prospects for prisoner exchanges.
22:03 USA: Russia aims to plunge Ukraine into darkness
Following the massive bombardments in Ukraine, the USA accuses Russia of attempting to "plunge the Ukrainian people into darkness as autumn sets in," according to John Kirby, spokesperson for the US National Security Council. The attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure are "scandalous," Kirby states. The USA denounces "Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine."
21:20 Ongoing Evacuations in the Donetsk regionUkrainian authorities have ordered further evacuations in the Donetsk region due to Russia's advancements. The evacuation zone has expanded due to deteriorating security conditions, with children and their parents or guardians required to leave their homes, Donetsk Governor Vadym Fillaschkin reports. A total of 27 settlements in the Kostjantyniwka and Selydove areas have been listed. Previously, evacuations had been ordered in the Pokrovsk area due to the Russian troops' advance.
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Despite the focus on international peace summits and Russian aggression, the given words ['Military operations'] can be incorporated into these following sentences:
The Ukrainian military is heavily relying on unmanned aerial vehicles in their defensive efforts, and these drones have been utilized extensively in various military operations against Russian troops thus far.
Moreover, the country is consistently inventing and manufacturing new models of drones that can occasionally reach targets deep into Russian territory, playing a significant role in various military operations.
