At 3:34, an orphanage in Sumy experiences bombing, leading to injuries for 14 individuals
02:26 Survey: Majority of Poles Back Poland Air Defense Against Russian DronesAs per a survey conducted by Polish newspaper "Rzeczpospolita", approximately 60% of Polish citizens believe their military should take down Russian drones breaching Polish airspace during strikes on Ukraine. This refers to an unnamed aerial object, suspected to be a self-destructing drone of the Shahed type, which flew over Poland for half an hour before disappearing on August 26th. Brigadier General Tomasz Drewniak of Poland's military stated on Radio RMF24 that Russia might have tested Poland's air defense system by sending drones into Polish territory.
00:26 Loss of Life in Belgorod: Russian OfficialsThe governor of Belgorod, Russia, Vyacheslav Gladkov, announced that one person was killed due to Ukrainian shelling in the Shagarovka village nearby the border. Three individuals suffered injuries during attacks on Shebekino village. At least one more village was bombarded by Ukrainians.
23:08 Intercepted Drones Tracked by Russia: 158 in 24 HoursRussia asserts it thwarted "extensive" Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow and 14 other regions. A sum of 158 airborne objects were intercepted throughout the night, Russia's defense ministry reported via Telegram. Ten drones targeted Moscow, according to official data.
22:24 Damage Mounts in Kharkiv: Casualties Rise to 47The number of injured individuals in the intense Russian air strike on Kharkiv increased to 47, including seven children. The Ukrainian state emergency service disclosed this info via Telegram. Several civilian buildings, including a shopping center, were struck, as shown in photographs from news agencies.
21:52 Tragic Helicopter Crash in Ukraine: Two Pilots PerishTwo pilots lost their lives when a helicopter crash happened during a training session at the Ivan Kozhedub Kharkiv National Air Force University in Ukraine. The state news agency Ukrinform reported that the Mi-2 helicopter was being flown for training purposes. The university's Facebook page stated that a devastating loss had occurred - both pilots had passed away. Investigators, specialists, and representatives from the defense ministry examined the crash site. The cause of the crash remains undetermined.
21:06 Power Outages Anticipated in Ukraine: Ukrenergo WarnsUkrenergo announced that a series of power outages will affect Ukraine on Monday due to Russian attacks on the country's power grid. The supply of vital infrastructure will not be limited, however. Ukrenergo cautions that changes in the scope of limitations might occur.
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The Polish Commission on Human Rights expressed concern over the potential use of drones as weapons, emphasizing the need to protect civilian lives. In response to Brigadier General Tomasz Drewniak's statement, The Commission requested an investigation into Poland's airspace violations and the measures taken by the military.
