WSJ: US refuses to send contractors to Ukraine to maintain F-16s
Decision follows loss of Ukraine's first F-16 on 28 Aug. US officials raised safety concerns over Russia targeting American contractors, US official tells WSJ.
NATO chief Stoltenberg defends Ukraine’s right to strike targets in Russia
In his first comments on the matter, NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg emphasized that Russian military assets in Kursk are legitimate targets for Ukrainian forces.
Russia claims 5 killed, 37 injured in Ukrainian attack against Belgorod Oblast
The city of Belgorod and surrounding areas reportedly suffered significant damage to residential buildings and vehicles following an alleged Ukrainian missile attack, according to Russian sources.
ISW: Russian military seizes Stelmakhivka village in Luhansk Oblast
The Institute for the Study of War reports significant Russian advances along the Kupyansk-Svatove-Kreminna line, including the capture of Stelmakhivka village.
Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry calls on Mongolia to arrest Putin during his visit under ICC warrant
As Vladimir Putin prepares for his first visit to an ICC member state since the issuance of his arrest warrant, Ukraine urges Mongolia to take action.
Borrell: EU to train 15,000 more Ukrainian military by end of year
EU defense ministers have agreed to expand the EUMAM mission, which has already trained 60,000 Ukrainian troops, calling it the "most successful training mission" ever organized by the EU.
US military placed $ 1.3 bn order for Javelin missiles, with over 4,000 of them for Ukraine
Lockheed Martin and Raytheon's joint venture secured a $1.3 billion contract to produce Javelin missiles, with plans to increase annual production to 3,960 units by 2026.
Russia hits Kharkiv, injures 97, kills 7 – UPDATED
Russian forces launched a series of guided aerial bomb attacks on Kharkiv on 30 August, resulting in seven deaths and 97 injuries.
Deep State: Russia captures Korenevo village in Kursk Oblast
The village of Korenevo in Kursk Oblast has fallen under Russian control, Deep State reports, as Russian forces continue to make progress in multiple direction, including Donetsk Oblast
The Telegraph: Starmer’s Ukraine support undermined by limitations on deep strikes in Russia
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's efforts to support Ukraine are being hampered by restrictions on the use of long-range missiles within Russian territory, The Telegraph reports.
Drone attack on airport and factory in Russia’s Kaluga
The Russian Ministry of Defense reports engaging 18 unmanned aerial vehicles in multiple oblasts, with Kaluga experiencing strikes near its airport and a former Volkswagen plant.
ISW: Russian military pursues dual tactical efforts around Pokrovsk
Russian forces are executing a two-pronged tactical effort to create favorable conditions for an assault on Pokrovsk, according to a new ISW report.
Russia injures 9 in attack on Sumy
Ukraine's Air defense forces shot down 12 of the 18 drones during the night attack. Russia also attacked Ukraine with an Iskander missile overnight.
AP: US plant increases production of 155mm ammunition for Ukraine
A Pennsylvania ammunition plant increased production of crucial 155mm artillery shells by 50% to support Ukraine's defense efforts.