Lithuanian Defense Minister meets Zelenskyy in Kyiv to discuss defense cooperation and Ukraine’s needs
Lithuania had previously announced plans to deliver a new package of military aid to Ukraine in August.
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Russia unveils “Chapai” remote combat module, mimicking Ukrainian “Shablia”
The turret is capable of firing from various machine guns. Like Ukrainian Shablia, it is controlled by cable but has not entered serial production yet.
The situation around Ukraine’s Toretsk remains critical as Russian troops attempt to enter the city
Toretsk sector is part of an ongoing Russian offensive in the Donetsk region, where pressure has persisted despite Ukraine's recent advances in Russia's Kursk region.
Russia began relocating troops from Ukraine to fend off the Kursk offensive
However, the number of the relocated troops is relatively small so far.
Russia announces further evacuations in Kursk Oblast as Ukrainian forces advance
Authorities announced evacuations from the Bolshesoldatskyi district, east of Sudzha district, which is currently mostly occupied by Ukraine.
Ukrainian forces control 74 settlements in Russia’s Kursk Oblast, says Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi
According to Syrskyi, Ukrainian forces advanced by one to three kilometers in certain directions on 13 August and took under control an additional 40 km² kilometers.
UK intel: Waterborne diseases rise among Russian soldiers due to unsafe water sources
Russian forces in Ukraine face critical water shortages due to infrastructure damage and high temperatures, with pilots rationing water to one liter daily and soldiers using stagnant puddles, leading to health issues and reduced operational effectiveness, as per UK intelligence.
Ukrainians advance in Kursk Oblast, ISW notes 800 km² advance claimed
Ukrainian forces advancing in Kursk Oblast, capturing settlements and expanding control. Russian sources confirm ongoing battles. Ukrainian officials claim control of 1,000 square kilometers, while ISW notes claims of 800 square kilometers advanced as of 12 August.
Ukraine and US explore deeper cooperation in the critical minerals sector
Ukraine has deposits of 22 out of 34 critical minerals defined by the EU. The cooperation could weaken China's monopoly on critical minerals.
EU transfers EUR 4.2 billion in macro-financial aid to Ukraine
This financial assistance is part of a broader €50 billion package of grants and loans planned for 2024-2027 under the EU's Ukraine Facility.
FT: Russia trained for use of nuclear weapons against Europe as early as 2008
FT refers to leaked documents. Russia has been using nuclear threats widely to restrain the West from helping Ukraine reclaim occupied lands.
Kursk Oblast incursion aims to protect Ukrainian lives from Russia’s cross-border attacks, Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry says
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry says the country military actions in Russia's Kursk region are legitimate self-defense, emphasizing protection of Ukrainian lives and territory, as many Russian cross-border attacks originate in the region.
UK didn’t allow Storm Shadow use in Ukraine’s Kursk offensive
The UK has not approved Storm Shadow missile use for Ukraine's Kursk incursion, as Zelenskyy continues to pressure Western allies for permission to use long-range weapons for deeper strikes into Russia.
Kirby calls Putin’s “West v. Russia” claim about Ukraine’s Kursk incursion “horse-hockey”
White House official John Kirby dismisses as "horse-hockey" "a funny bit of Putin propaganda" that Ukrainian incursion into Kursk Oblast represents a war between the West and Russia. If Putin doesn't like Ukraine's defense, "then there's an easy solution: He can just get the hell out of Ukraine and call it a day," he says.
US Senators Blumenthal and Graham endorse retired NATO F-16 pilots for Ukraine’s Air Force
Two US Senators call on the Biden Administration to lift restrictions on using US-supplied weapons in Russia, and endorse enlisting retired NATO F-16 pilots for Ukraine's Air Forc
Ukraine implements new rules for military reports and formal requests amid digital transformation
Now, commanders will be obliged to consider personnel reports and requests within 2 or 14 days, depending on the issue, as part of a wider effort to streamline military operations.
Russian air and artillery attacks kill five civilians as Ukraine downs 30/38 suicide drones
At night, Russians launched a missile and drone assault on Ukraine, Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 30/38 Shahed drones. Russian missile, bomb, and artillery attacks resulted in five civilian deaths, 27 injuries, and damage in Sumy, Kherson and other regions.
Ukraine’s Parliament Chairman calls on US to lift restrictions on Ukraine’s use of American weapons
Ruslan Stefanchuk, the Chairman of Ukraine's Parliament, met with US Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal to discuss critical matters of US-Ukraine cooperation amidst ongoing Russian aggression.
Russian drones now drop anti-personnel landmines on civilians in Kherson
Russia's drone hunt for civilians in Kherson has intensified: now, the remaining residents of the city can have their legs blown off on a Lepestok
The UK volunteers have delivered their 14th convoy of over 38 vehicles for the Ukrainian army
"Which means...we've now taken over 400 vehicles!" the initiative Pick-Ups for Peace posted.