Zelensky intends to display the strategy proposed by Harris and Trump for ending the conflict
Ukrainian President Zelensky to Discuss War End Strategy with Biden, Trump, Harris in SeptemberUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky intends to communicate his strategy for concluding the war against Russia to departing U.S. President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump, and Vice President Kamala Harris in September. According to Zelensky, the Kursk offensive is a part of this strategy, which incorporates military, diplomatic, and economic elements, although he failed to offer specifics.
18:44 Ukraine Accuses Russia of Committing 136,000 War CrimesSince the commencement of the extensive invasion in 2022, Ukrainian law enforcement agencies have documented 136,000 war crimes committed by Russian invaders. The Prosecutor's Office has scrutinized 660 suspects, resulting in 126 convictions, according to Ukrainian authorities. The inaccessibility of occupied territories has led Ukrainian Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin to suspect that the reported numbers may be incomplete.
18:20 Russian Authorities Investigate Deutsche Welle Correspondent and Ukrainian JournalistThe Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) has initiated investigations against a Deutsche Welle correspondent and a Ukrainian journalist, accusing them of illegally entering the Russian region of Kursk. Nick Connolly, a Deutsche Welle employee, and Natalia Nagornaya, an associate with Ukrainian channel 1+1, are reportedly working from Ukrainian-controlled areas in Kursk.
17:51 Zelensky: Ukraine Can Produce Up to Two Million Drones This YearUkraine has the capacity to manufacture between 1.5 to 2 million drones this year, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. However, funding constraints hinder their production. Dialogue is the only means to settle the war with Russia, and the Kyiv government must maintain a strong position at the upcoming conference this year, Zelensky emphasizes.
17:25 Grossi: Dangerous Closeness of Fighting to Kursk Nuclear Power PlantThe proximity of the conflict between Ukraine and Russia to the nuclear power plant in the Russian region of Kursk is extremely hazardous, according to Internatonal Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) head Rafael Grossi. "Having a nuclear power plant with this magnitude situated so close to a conflict point or military frontline is an extraordinarily serious issue," Grossi says. "The fact that military operations are happening merely a few kilometers away makes it an urgent demand of attention," he adds. "Ultimately, it seems incredibly rational and uncomplicated: Avoid attacking a nuclear power plant." The nuclear power plant is currently operating under relatively normal conditions, Grossi adds.
16:51 Syrskyj: Russia Deploys 30,000 Troops to KurskOne of the primary goals of Ukraine's operation in the Kursk region is to divert Russian troops from other regions, particularly from the Pokrovsk and Kurachovo regions in the Donetsk region. According to Ukrainian military chief Oleksandr Syrskyj, Russia has already deployed 30,000 soldiers to the Kursk region, and this number is anticipated to rise further. Consequently, Russia has decreased its activities in the southern region of Ukraine. However, the pressure remains high in the Pokrovsk region, where Russia is concentrating its most powerful troops, Syrskyj says.
16:25 Russian Forces Kill One in Rockets Attack on Kharkiv RegionRussian forces infiltrated the city of Bohoduchiw in the Kharkiv region with rockets, resulting in one death and six injuries, reports the Ukrainian prosecutor's office. One rocket struck a bus stop, causing the death of a 71-year-old woman. Russian attacks also targeted industrial and residential facilities, along with several vehicles.
15:57 Shmyhal: Ukraine Needs $15 Billion to Cover 2025 Budget DeficitPrime Minister Denys Shmyhal estimates that Ukraine requires an additional $15 billion to compensate for its $35 billion budget deficit in 2025. Shmyhal intends to increase taxes and borrow on the domestic debt market to fund the war against Russia, according to his plans which will be discussed in parliament in September.
15:32 Ukraine in Search of Alternative Defenses against Russian AttacksUkraine experienced one of the largest bombing and rocket assaults by Russian troops since the war's beginning. Due to the continuous attacks, Ukraine is looking for alternative methods to defend itself beyond relying on Western military aid.
15:11 Zelensky: Ukraine Successfully Tests Indigenous Ballistic MissileUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces the successful testing of Ukraine's first indigenous ballistic missile, praising "our defense industry." However, no further details about the missile were released.
14:45 Moscow: U.S. Role in Ukrainian Incursion is UndeniableRussian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov acknowledges U.S. involvement in Ukrainian forces' incursion into the Russian oblast of Kursk as an unquestionable fact. He hints at a stronger response from the Russian government than previously, citing state-owned Russian news agencies RIA and TASS. Ryabkov fails to substantiate his claims with evidence or details. The White House denies any prior knowledge of the Ukrainian incursion into Kursk on August 6.
14:19 Zelensky: F-16s Down Russian Missiles Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky boasts that the newly acquired F-16 fighter jets have successfully intercepted Russian missiles during a large-scale attack. He mentions, "During this intense missile assault, we managed to take down some missiles through the assistance of F-16s." The aircraft were utilized to counter the intense air strike that transpired on Monday. Several European nations, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, and Belgium, have agreed to supply Ukraine with over 60 of these American-produced fighter jets.
13:59 Momentary Air Raid Alert Near Russian NPP Kursk There was a brief air raid warning in Kursk, a city in the Russian region of Kursk, around midday. Loud sirens signaled a potential threat from a missile. A Reuters reporter reported on the incident. The Kursk nuclear power plant, currently being scrutinized by Rafael Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), is situated in Kursk.
13:44 Russian Army Claims Victory Over Another Location Near Pokrovsk The Russian military asserts victory over another village near the strategically significant city of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine. The ministry of defense announced via Telegram that the village of Orlowka in the Donetsk region had been "liberated." Orlowka is the Russian name for the Ukrainian village of Orliwka. The fierce combat between the Russian and Ukrainian armies in the Russian region of Kursk continues, while the Russian forces persist in their offensive in Donetsk. The ministry of defense frequently reports the capture of new locations. The region surrounding the strategic logistics hub of Pokrovsk is also a focus of attention.
13:21 Lavrov Threatens with Nuclear Weapons Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov labeled Ukraine's appeal to its allies to use weapons provided by the West against Russia as extortion. He cautioned that it was perilous for nuclear powers from the West to "play with fire." Moscow is revamping its nuclear weapons doctrine. No details were provided. The doctrine outlines the use of nuclear weapons if Russia's sovereignty or territorial integrity is undermined.
13:04 Syrskyj: Ukrainian Forces Gain Ground in Kursk, Situation in Pokrovsk Grim In the Russian region of Kursk, Ukrainian troops are making progress, but Russian soldiers are pushing ahead in the Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk in Donetsk, according to Army Chief Oleksandr Syrskyj. The overall situation there is challenging.
12:42 Munz: Russia's Assaults Will Escalate in Ukraine Post-recent drone attacks, Russia has intensified its rocket assaults on Ukraine, reports ntv correspondent Rainer Munz. He explains that the timing is not coincidental, as the autumn and heating season are approaching.
12:33 Kyiv Declares Capture of 594 Russian Soldiers in Kursk Region Ukraine has detained a total of 594 Russian soldiers in the Kursk region, as per the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyj. This is the first time a specific number has been publicly disclosed. In the earlier reports, at least 247 Russian POWs were identified through image and video analysis by "The Washington Post."
12:09 Power Outages and Restrictions to Last for Several More Days Following the largest Russian assault on Ukraine since the war's outbreak, restrictions for the population are expected to persist for several more days. Power outages and "extreme" power limitations could continue for one to two weeks, informed Ivan Plachkov, President of the Ukrainian Energy Association, to television channel Kyiv24. Plachkov described the large-scale Russian missile attack on Monday as "one of the most significant attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure" with the objective of causing a total collapse in the energy system.
11:46 Roth: Russian Attacks to Trigger Refugee Migration to EU German SPD foreign policy expert Michael Roth suggests that the massive Russian attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure will trigger a refugee migration to Europe. He labels the current series of attacks as "the commencement of a new destruction campaign against Ukraine's energy infrastructure." He further told Politico that the intent is "to disable Ukraine's weapons production on one hand, and to make life unbearable for Ukraine's residents on the other, in order to spark new refugee movements towards the EU." He added, "The damage is so severe that a swift repair is highly unlikely." Roth advocates for support during the upcoming "hard winter," including backup power generators, and US approval for the use of long-range weapons against the airfields from which Russian bombers take off.
11:21 No Significant Movements of Troops or Equipment along Belarus-Ukraine Border The Ukrainian Border Guard reports no substantial military movements along the Belarus-Ukraine border. Border Guard spokesman Andrij Demtschenko disclosed this to Ukrainian television, mentioning that no troops or equipment have been observed near the border. However, he acknowledged that the border between Belarus and Ukraine continues to pose a general threat to Ukraine. Recently, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry stated that Belarus had amassed troops and equipment near the border on a large scale. Belarus is a close ally of Russia.
10:56 Russian Governor Confirms Ukrainian Offensive in Belgorod Region Russian governor Vyacheslav Gladkov confirmed through Telegram that reports of Ukrainian attempts to breach the border surfaced. This corroborates earlier reports from Russian Telegram channels. Gladkov declared that, based on information from the Russian Ministry of Defense, the border situation remains challenging but under control. He urges residents to remain calm and rely solely on credible information sources. The governor reported that Ukraine attacked the region with over 20 drones in the past 24 hours. Kiev has yet to formally acknowledge the alleged events.
10:50 Report: Ukraine Forming New Hefty Troop Units
As per a report by the independent Ukrainian portal "MilitaryLand," Ukraine is establishing new mechanized brigades for defending against Russian aggression. These brigades could be battle-ready by 2025. The recruits are expected to be sourced primarily from Ukrainians residing abroad, who will undergo part of their training there. A mechanized brigade usually comprises around 2,000 soldiers and is well-equipped with substantial quantities of heavy military hardware such as tanks.
10:44 IAEA Chief Inspects Russian Nuclear Power Plant in Kursk
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief, Rafael Grossi, has visited the Kursk nuclear power plant in the Russian border region, as reported by the Russian state news agency TASS. Grossi had announced his intent to personally inspect the facility due to the critical situation surrounding it. Thousands of Ukrainian troops had invaded the Kursk region on August 6, and Russia alleges Ukraine's repeated attacks on the facility. The Ukrainian government has yet to provide an official statement regarding this.
10:23 Russian Security Service Accuses DW Reporters of Illegal Border CrossingThe Russian security service FSB has reportedly charged two foreign journalists with crossing the Russian border illegally. The journalists, a DW reporter and a correspondent for the Ukrainian TV channel 1+1, are accused of reporting on the Ukrainian invasion in the Kursk region. Reuters reports this, citing the Russian news agency Interfax. The FSB is said to have initiated criminal proceedings against at least seven foreign journalists covering the Kursk region.
10:02 Ukrainian Forces Allegedly Attacking Russian Border in Belgorod RegionUkrainian troops are allegedly attempting to breach the Russian border in the southern Belgorod region. Skirmishes are ongoing, according to The Guardian, citing Russian Telegram channels. The Telegram channel Mash reports that around 500 Ukrainian soldiers attacked two checkpoints in Nechoteyewka and Shebekino in Belgorod, with fighting continuing at both locations. Belgorod shares a border with the Russian region of Kursk, which has been under Ukrainian control since early August.
09:45 Ukrainian Authorities Report High Russian CasualtiesRussia is reported to have suffered 1,280 fatalities and over 600,000 total military casualties since the start of the conflict, according to the Ukrainian General Staff. Ukraine's military has reportedly destroyed 12 tanks, 19 armored vehicles, 52 artillery systems, 120 drones, 103 missiles, and one multiple rocket launcher in the past 24 hours. These figures have not been independently verified, and Russia remains silent on its own losses.
09:21 Ukraine Air Force Claims Successfully Intercepting Missiles and DronesUkraine's air force reports it has downed five Russian-launched missiles and 60 drones. Russia targeted Ukraine with a total of 10 missiles and 81 drones, according to the air force's Telegram channel. Around 15 drones and several missiles were intercepted near Kyiv, according to the head of the city's military administration, Serhiy Popko. "Everything heading towards Kyiv's capital was destroyed." Ten drones were still in Ukrainian airspace as of 9 AM local time (8 AM CEST), and other drones had crashed. Three hypersonic Kinzhal (Dagger) missiles and two Iskander missiles could not be shot down, according to the air force commander, Mykola Oleschuk. While these figures have not been fully substantiated, they offer a general understanding of the attack's scale.
08:57 Overnight Attacks Result in Multiple Casualties - Russia Allegedly Fires Kinzhal MissilesRussia has launched heavy air assaults on Ukraine for the second night in a row, utilizing a variety of weapons. Preliminary reports from Ukrainian authorities suggest that at least four people have been killed - two by a missile strike on a hotel in Kryvyi Rih, and two by drone attacks in Zaporizhzhia. The Ukrainian air force claims that Russia employed long-range bombers from which cruise missiles were launched, and hypersonic Kinzhal missiles were also deployed.
08:33 China Supports Own Peace Plan
China is advocating broader support for its own peace plan. Chinese special envoy for Eurasian affairs, Li Hui, stressed after negotiations with Indonesia, Brazil, and South Africa that these three countries represent the Global South and are influential forces promoting global peace. They have maintained contact with both Ukraine and Russia and are dedicated to resolving the conflict through political dialogue and negotiations, Li stated. China and Brazil released a joint peace plan this year that calls for a peace conference involving all parties, with no further escalation on the battlefield. China and Russia skipped a peace conference in Switzerland in June. Russia was not invited, and China elected not to attend.
The Russian military declaratively seized control over two more settlements in the Russian region of Kursk, as per the Russian state-owned news agency TASS. This information was disseminated by the deputy head of the military-political main department of the Russian armed forces and the commander of the Chechen special unit Achmat, Major General Apti Alaudinov. Alaudinov stated in a telegram video that the Arbat unit had successfully cleared the settlements of Nizhnaya Parovaya and Nechayev, and the 1427th regiment was now advancing. Alaudinov added that this area had been cleaned up and brought under control. The developments on the battlefront remained largely unchanged, with General Alaudinov mentioning heavy Russian losses due to daylong attacks. These claims, however, could not be independently authenticated. The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) validated that geographical data published on Monday reflected continued Ukrainian operations immediately west of Nechayev.
07:37 Biden Labels Latest Russian Attacks as "Inhumane"
American President Joe Biden has denounced the recent Russian attacks as "brutal." He declared, "Unwaveringly, I condemn Russia's ongoing militancy against Ukraine and attempts to submerge the Ukrainian people in darkness." Russia will never succeed in Ukraine, asserted Moscow, is "targeting Ukraine's vital resources" with attacks and attempting to "disrupt supply lines." The German Foreign Office expressed similar sentiments on X, condemning the Russian offensive as "despicable."
07:05 ISW: Belarusian Incursion into Ukraine Unlikely
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) persists in holding the conviction that an incursion of Ukraine by Belarusian troops is highly unlikely. ISW bases this judgment on a recent report by Ukrainian open-source news organization Frontline Insight and Rochan Consulting, which suggests that Belarusian combat units typically operate at below 60% of their total strength and require mobilization to deploy units. No such mobilization has been initiated. Instead, the current activity is thought to be intended to divert the attention of Ukrainian forces from the frontline, thereby aiding Russian forces. The current deployment of Russian forces in Belarus is insufficient to initiate a coordinated invasion from the Gomel region's border. An invasion of Ukraine by Belarusian forces or military involvement in the conflict would undermine the ability of leader Alexander Lukashenko to safeguard his regime, potentially fueling domestic dissent. The forthcoming presidential elections are scheduled for February 2025.
06:32 Gabbard Endorses Trump, Citing Need to Keep US "Away from Brink of War"
Former Democratic presidential candidate and Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, now an independent, has pledged her support to Republican candidate Donald Trump in the November election. She stated that if elected, Trump would work towards withdrawing the US "from the brink of war" in the Middle East and Ukraine. Gabbard, an ex-National Guard soldier, ran as a Democratic presidential nominee in 2020 but had little traction and eventually endorsed Joe Biden, who emerged victorious for the Democrats. Throughout her campaign, she championed a less militaristic US foreign policy. Gabbard has been compelled to refute allegations that her campaign was backed by Russia and intended to weaken the Democrats.
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06:17 Biden Commends Modi's Ukraine Visit
American President Joe Biden has commended Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his attendance at Ukraine last week. Modi, whose country advocates neutrality in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, expressed his full support for a swift return to peace and stability in Ukraine on the networking site X. Biden praised Modi's engagement with Ukraine and his visit to Poland last week, an ardent ally of Kyiv in Eastern Europe. The White House's National Security Advisor, John Kirby, informed the press that they welcome any country that takes the perspective of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and contributes to his pursuit of a just peace.
05:45 Witnesses Report Multiple Explosions in KyivIn the recent drone attack on Kyiv, witnesses have reported at least three separate explosion series. No reports of fatalities or injuries have been received as yet. The air defense mechanisms in the Kyiv region have remained active throughout the night to counteract incoming rockets and drones directed towards the capital, according to the regional military administration's telegram report. The attacks transpired just a day following the largest Russian aerial onslaught to date in this conflict.
05:03 Air Force: Russian Bombers and Drones Approaching UkraineAccording to Ukrainian sources, Russia has launched bombers and drones en route to Ukraine. The Tu-95ms bombers have taken off from the Engels airbase in southwestern Russia, as reported by the Ukrainian Air Force on telegram. Incoming attack drones have also been identified. Air alarms have been triggered in multiple parts of Ukraine, as per local authorities.
02:04 Fresh Drone Assault on Kyiv's Perimeters As per Ukrainian announcements, another Russian drone assault has occurred in the Kyiv region. The Kyiv region military administration informs via Telegram, "Detection of enemy drone activities." The region's defense systems are currently active.
00:35 Deadly Russian Rocket Strike in Kryvyi Rih At least one individual has lost their life following a Russian rocket strike on a central Russian-occupied city, Kryvyi Rih's civilian infrastructure. Regional authorities indicate that five additional individuals might be trapped beneath the debris. Oleksandr Vilkul, Kryvyi Rih's military administration chief, reported on Telegram that four individuals have incurred injuries and been hospitalized. The city's governor, Serhiy Lysak, stated on Telegram that the building has been almost entirely destroyed. These statements remain unverified. The Russian side has yet to offer a reaction.
23:19 Zelenskyy Warns Russia of Retaliation for Air Raids After the extensive Russian aerial attacks on Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy vows retaliation. Zelenskyy hints at upcoming retaliation using the F-16 fighter jets provided by the allies in his evening video address. He does not disclose details regarding the retaliation plan. However, he references the continuing Ukrainian offensive in the Russian region of Kursk, which has lasted over three weeks. Ukrainian forces have extended their control, capturing more Russian prisoners of war, improving the likelihood of prisoner exchanges.
22:03 USA: Russia Intends to Plunge Ukraine into Darkness According to John Kirby, spokesperson for the US National Security Council, Russia aims to "plunge the Ukrainian population into darkness as the autumn arrives," following intensive bombardments in Ukraine. The attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure are deemed "scandalous," Kirby says. The US denounces "Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine."
21:20 New Evacuation Orders in Donetsk Region Due to Russia's advances, Ukrainian officials have issued fresh evacuation orders in the Donetsk area. The safety conditions have deteriorated, and the zone for compulsory evacuations has been expanded, prompting residents, primarily children and their caretakers, to depart their homes. A total of 27 settlements in the Kostjantyniwka and Selydove areas have been identified. Previously, evacuations from villages in the Pokrovsk area had been carried out due to Russian troop advances.
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In the context of the given text, here are two sentences that contain the phrase "The European Union":
- The Kyiv government is seeking additional financial aid from the European Union to cope with the ongoing war against Russia.
- The European Union has expressed its concern over the escalating conflict in Ukraine and urged both Russia and Ukraine to engage in diplomatic talks to restore peace.
