Ukrainians reclaim positions at Donetsk’s New York and Kharkiv’s Lyptsi
Ukrainian forces have regained positions in Donetsk Oblast, recapturing parts of New York settlement and Nelipivka, deblocking surrounded troops.
ISW: Russian forces push toward Donetsk Oblast’s Vuhledar, Kurakhove to tie up Ukrainian reinforcements for Pokrovsk
Russian forces intensify operations near Vuhledar and along southern Pokrovsk salient, aiming to capture Kurakhove and Vuhledar to pressure Ukrainian defenses in western Donetsk Oblast and pin down reinforcements for Pokrovsk in the Vuhledar sector, ISW says.
Reuters: Biden Administration scrambles to save $6 bn in Ukraine aid before fiscal year-end
The US administration is urgently negotiating with Congress to use $6 billion in military aid for Ukraine before 30 September, exploring options to extend Presidential Drawdown Authority, per Reuters sources.
UK announces 650 air-defense missiles for Ukraine at Ramstein meeting
UK Defense Secretary John Healey announced a $213 million package for 650 Lightweight Multirole Missiles to bolster Ukraine's air defenses at the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting. He stressed continued support and urged allies to maintain equipment supplies for Ukraine's war effort.
Gen. Syrskyi: Kursk operation successfully reduced threat of Russian offensive on Sumy
Ukraine's top general says the Kursk incursion prevented a new Russian offensive and diverted enemy forces, as Russian advances stalled at Donetsk's Pokrovsk.
IAEA expands monitoring to include Ukrainian power substations for nuclear safety
Ukraine's chief nuclear inspector announced that the IAEA will expand its monitoring to key Ukrainian substations, not just nuclear plants, amid ongoing Russian air assaults on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
Sybiha becomes Ukraine’s new Foreign Minister as ministerial reshuffle continues
Ukraine's Parliament has appointed Andrii Sybiha as new Foreign Minister, replacing Dmytro Kuleba. Sybiha, a career diplomat since 1997, previously served as First Deputy Minister and ambassador to Turkey.
Zelenskyy to present “Victory Plan” to Biden, Harris, and Trump
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy says he will share Ukraine's "Victory Plan" with US President Biden and presidential candidates Harris and Trump. The plan, dependent on US support, will guide Ukraine's strategy during and after the war.
$6.2 billion in Ukraine aid at risk as US fiscal deadline approaches
US NGOs are pressing the State Department to utilize $6.2 billion in remaining Ukraine aid before it expires, as the fiscal year ends on 30 September.
Kirby says US upholds ATACMS missile restrictions for Ukraine, claiming 90% Russian aircraft beyond range
Kirby reaffirms policy restricting Ukraine's use of US-supplied ATACMS missiles for strikes inside Russia. He condemned recent Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities, but claims 90% of Russian aircraft used for strikes are beyond ATACMS range.
ISW: Russia relies on India, Serbia, China to evade sanctions
A leak reveals Russia's plan to spend $1 billion on critical electronics, potentially leveraging Indian facilities. Meanwhile, at the Eastern Economic Forum, Putin meets with Serbian and Chinese officials to discuss trade and cooperation.
Ukraine repels Russia’s massive nighttime attack involving 78 drones as Belarus downs several UAVs in its airspace
Russia launched 78 Shahed drones and one Iskander-M missile at Ukraine. Ukrainian air defenses successfully intercepted 60 drones across 12 oblasts, while other drones crashed, and some returned to Russia and Belarus.
EU deplores Georgia’s “family values” laws, warns of discrimination risks
The EU has condemned Georgia's new "family values" law, warning it could lead to human rights violations and jeopardize Georgia's path to EU membership. The law bans transgender transitions and same-sex adoptions, drawing parallels to Russia's restrictive legislation.
Protector unmanned ground vehicle showcased by Ukrainian defense firm
Kyiv-based firm Ukrainian Armor presented its new Protector uncrewed ground vehicle at an exhibition in Poland. The logistics drone can also be used for reconnaissance, launching UAVs, and be equipped with armaments.