In the Ukrainian region, five individuals succumb to Russian assaults, and over twenty people sustain injuries.
Over the past 24 hours, five civilians have met their demise and at least 22 others, including a young one, have been injured due to Russian aggression in Ukraine, as per regional authorities, as reported by "Kyiv Independent".
09:37 Russian Fuel Depot in Ruins: Satellite Imagery Reveals Extent of FlamesUkraine launched a raid on a massive fuel depot situated in Proletarsk, Russia's south, using drones at dawn's break on Sunday. The flames continue to rage unabated even after 24 hours, resulting in over 40 firefighters sustaining injuries, as per regional authorities. Satellite photographs also highlight the scale of the inferno:
Ukraine has targeted various Russian refineries and petroleum installations with drones in recent times, with the primary aim being to hinder enemy troops' fuel supply and reduce Russia's oil industry earnings.
09:16 Kyiv: Over 1300 Russian Troops "Eliminated" in a DayOfficial Kyiv reports reveal substantial casualties on the Russian side: 1,330 Russian troops have been eliminated, either killed or incapacitated, within a single day, as per the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense. Since the initiation of the war in February 2022, a total of 601,800 Russian soldiers have reportedly been "eliminated". The ministry also states that the enemy has lost an additional 5 tanks (total of 8,518), since the onset of the Russian invasion. Ukraine reports over 16,500 armored vehicles and over 13,800 drones no longer under Russian military control or destroyed. These data cannot be independently authenticated, as Moscow maintains silence on its own losses in Ukraine.
08:47 Biden Speaks Up for Ukraine: No Leader Should Cower Before Tyrants"No leader should cower before tyrants," said Joe Biden. Addressing the inaugural night of the Democratic Party convention, the U.S. president stated, "Putin assumed Kyiv would fall within three days. Three years later, Ukraine remains unconquered." The Democrat contrasted his stance as a staunch supporter of a robust NATO and a free Ukraine with former President Donald Trump, who had praised Russian President Vladimir Putin. "No commander-in-chief should bow to tyrants," Biden asserted.
08:31 Russia Bombards Ukraine with Airstrikes Throughout the NightRussia has once again targeted Ukraine with overnight airstrikes, as per the Ukrainian military. Nine regions in the central, northern, and southern parts of the country were affected, with three missiles and 25 drones being shot down, the Ukrainian air force reported via Telegram. This marks the fifth aerial assault on Kyiv this month, with air alarms issuing 41 times in August's capital. The military documented repelling a drone attack on Kyiv the previous day.
07:52 Military Administration: Russian Missile Attack on Kyiv Repelled - No Damage Reported as of Now
Early this morning, Russian forces allegedly attacked Kyiv from the north with missiles, as reported by Kyiv's military administration via Telegram. "Preliminary information suggests that the enemy attacked the Ukrainian capital from the north, most likely employing ballistic missiles like the Iskander. This is the fifth missile strike on Kyiv this month!" the message reads. The military claims to have successfully intercepted the missiles at Kyiv's outskirts. As of now, no reported damages or casualties have been reported in Kyiv.
07:38 Belarus: Lukashenko Deploys Additional Troops and Aircraft to Ukraine Border
Belarus has added more air defense troops and aircraft to its border with Ukraine, according to Major General Andrei Lukyanovich, commander of Belarusian air defense forces, as reported by the Ukrainian newspaper "Kyiv Independent". This declaration was made shortly after Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko announced that he had sent a third of the country's army to the border during the summer. Lukashenko attributed the troop amassment along the border to misunderstandings between Belarus and Ukraine. Lukyanovich stated that Belarus had dispatched aircraft, anti-aircraft missiles, and radio engineering units to the border. Kyiv has yet to verify Lukyanovich's claims concerning additional Belarusian forces and weaponry at the border. The Ukrainian state border guard service had previously revealed no signs of a military buildup along the Belarusian border, despite Lukashenko's command.
07:24 ISW: Russia Relocates 5,000 Troops to Kursk Oblast
Due to Ukrainian forces' actions in the Kursk region, Russia is compelled to withdraw troops from other frontline locations to the area, according to a report by the U.S. Institute for the Study of War (ISW). "Russian troops have reallocated additional forces to the Kursk Oblast since the earliest stages of Ukrainian progress and have likely relocated over 5,000 soldiers to the region," analysts suggest.
06:54 Zelensky: Second Peace Conference in Ukraine Must Be Held Before Year's End
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Ukraine's diplomats to ensure that the second peace conference in Ukraine occurs before the end of the year. Speaking at a gathering of the heads of foreign diplomatic missions in Ukraine, focused on "War Diplomacy: Resilience, Weapons, Victory," Zelensky stated, "The inaugural summit was, in my view, a significant triumph for Ukraine. I am grateful to everyone who played a part in making the summit happen. Now, we are preparing for the second peace conference, and we must ensure that it takes place this year." Zelensky added, "We must do all we can to broaden the circle of support for the communiqué of the first summit."
Russia carries on with its nighttime assaults on Ukraine's capital, as per Ukrainian sources. Anti-aircraft units were active in the early hours to thwart another Russian air raid on Kyiv, as reported by the city's military administration via Telegram. Witnesses reported hearing blast-like noises presumably from air defense systems.
05:11 Kyiv Reports Multiple Drone Attacks Away from the FrontlinesThere have been multiple drone attacks in various Ukrainian regions distant from the frontlines throughout the night. According to air defense, locations in Sumy, Poltava, Kherson, and Mykolaiv were targeted. Air defense also remained vigilant in Kyiv's outskirts. Residents were encouraged to seek cover. Thus far, no damages have been reported.
02:23 USA Reconfirms Assistance for Kyiv - Discussion on Kursk OffensiveWhile Ukrainian counteroffensives continue in the Russian region of Kursk, the USA remains steadfast in supporting Kyiv. As stated by a US Department of Defense spokesperson, US President Joe Biden has reiterated that they will persistently support Ukraine and stand by their side as long as necessary. The US is also prioritizing providing military aid to Kyiv. US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin confirmed continued US support to his Ukrainian counterpart Rustem Umerov in a call, adding that Austin gained a better understanding of Ukraine's objectives with the counteroffensive.
01:07 Germany Delivers Further Iris-T SystemGermany has assembled another military aid package for Ukraine. The Ministry of Defense's summary page indicates that recent deliveries include, among other items, a third Iris-T SLS air defense system. Additionally, thousands of artillery shells, drones, a Bergepanzer 2, and hundreds of rifles with corresponding ammunition were delivered.
00:20 Zelenskyy: Major Advancement in Capturing Russian SoldiersThe Ukrainian offensive in the Russian region of Kursk is being hailed as the most significant advancement in capturing Russian soldiers since the war's outset, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Speaking to Ukrainian diplomats, he stated that these captives would eventually be exchanged for detained Ukrainians. So far, it's estimated that Russia has taken more Ukrainian captives than vice versa.
22:21 Chechen Commander: Fallen Kursk Fighters "Ascend to Heaven"Apti Alaudinow, the commander of the Achmat regiment engaged in Russia's fight, allegedly urged Russian conscripts to join the battlefront in a video, mentioning that those who perish in the Kursk region will "ascend to heaven."
21:58 Zelenskyy: Incursion Has Eliminated Russia's "Red Line" ConceptBecause the Ukrainian incursion into Russia was deemed unlikely, it was kept hushed, said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, according to newspaper "Pravda." Just recently, several states cautioned that the incursion would "step over Russia's most critical 'red line.'" Now, Zelenskyy said, "the concept of Russia's 'red lines' has crumbled near Sushcha."
21:38 Lithuania Begins Construction of German Army Support BaseLithuania has commenced construction of a military base for German troops. Upon completion by the end of 2027, the site will accommodate up to 4,000 German soldiers. This will mark the first permanent foreign deployment of the German army since World War II. Germany committed to stationing troops in NATO and EU member state Lithuania bordering Russia last year. Lithuanian Defense Minister Raimundas Karoblis estimates the construction costs to surpass one billion euros.
21:15 Czech President: NATO Membership for Partially Occupied Ukraine PossibleCzech President Petr Pavel is open to the idea of Ukraine joining NATO, even when parts of its territory are occupied. He believes that Ukraine could negotiate peace with Russia in the coming years, Pavel said in an interview with news site "Novinky". Such an agreement could mean that Russia temporarily occupies a portion of Ukrainian territory without the "democratic states" having to accept the border change. This provisional border could then permit "us to accept Ukraine into NATO in the territory it controls at that time," Pavel said. Germany also joined NATO in 1955 while still partially occupied by the Soviet Union.
20:57 Ukrainian Forces Approach Russian Ponton BridgeUkrainian forces have taken control of the town of Wyschnewka in the Russian region of Kursk, according to war observers. This puts them around 12 kilometers from the floating bridge across the Seym River, now the only supply option for the Russian army or retreat.
20:36 Pokrovsk's Administration Holds Out HopeThe military administration of the eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk faces an uncertain future as Russian troops advance: "They are moving towards the outskirts of Pokrovsk. We see it - it's no secret," said the head of the information department there to the "Washington Post". "Perhaps the situation will change somehow - we hope that the enemy will halt somewhere at the approaches to Pokrovsk and our troops will repel them," she said. If the city falls, it would be the largest previously captured populated area by the Russians since Bachmut in May 2023.
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The Ukrainian conflict continues to escalate with Ukraine targeting Russian refineries and petroleum installations with drones, aiming to hinder enemy troops' fuel supply and reduce Russia's oil industry earnings. Meanwhile, Russian aggression in Ukraine has resulted in civilian casualties, with five deaths and 22 injuries reported over the past 24 hours.
