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Ukraine
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Former Ukrainian Ambassador to US Named Suspect in Corruption Case
Olha Stefanyshyna, who previously served as Ukraine's ambassador to the United States, has been officially named a suspect in a corruption case, according to a court and investigators on Thursday.
TVNET · 29 min ago
Russia Raises Kursk Civilian Death Toll to Over 640 on Incursion Anniversary
Russia's Investigative Committee said at least 640 civilians were killed and 561 wounded during Ukraine's occupation of the Kursk region. A separate investigation estimated that at least 77 Russian conscripts died during the incursion.
The Moscow Times · 1 h ago
Russia Drains Oil Budget, Imports Gasoline from Morocco
Russia's oil budget is under growing strain, with four months of subsidies for burning refineries nearly matching a region's annual budget, while the country has turned to importing gasoline from Morocco.
Euromaidan Press · 1 h ago
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Wildberries warehouse damaged again in drone strike in Tver region
Governor Vitaly Korolyov of Russia's Tver region said on Thursday that a warehouse of the online marketplace Wildberries had been damaged again in a Ukrainian drone strike.
Apollo.lv · 2 h ago
Ukraine Begs for Air Defenses, but Western Allies Grow Wary
Western allies are increasingly hesitant to hand over interceptor missiles to Ukraine, fearing they may need them for their own defense amid multiple ongoing conflicts.
The New York Times · 2 h ago
Ukraine hits two Russian oil refineries as deadly Russian strikes continue overnight
Russian overnight attacks killed at least six people in Ukraine, while Kyiv said it struck two Russian oil refineries. NATO and US officials are exploring ways to bolster Ukraine's air defences, including possible Patriot missile production.
Guardian Ukraina · 3 h ago
Ukrainian Drone Strikes Hit Russian Oil Refineries and Wildberries Warehouse
Ukraine said it struck two major oil refineries in Russia, while a Wildberries warehouse in the Tver region was damaged. Moscow reported intercepting hundreds of Ukrainian drones overnight.
The Moscow Times · 3 h ago
Zelensky urges more missile defense after deadly Russian attack on Kyiv
At least 17 people were killed in Russian missile and drone attacks on Kyiv overnight. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is urging allies to urgently supply anti-ballistic missile systems, as air defenses failed to intercept any of the missiles.
Latvijas Avīze · 3 h ago
Ukraine's Parliament Member Discusses Missile Interceptor Shortage with NPR
Ukrainian officials say the country is low on missile interceptors; NPR speaks to MP Oleksandr Merezhko about the country's defensive capabilities.
NPR World · 3 h ago
Seventeen Killed in Overnight Russian Strikes on Kyiv Region, Air Defenses Overwhelmed
Russian missile attacks killed 17 people and wounded dozens in Kyiv and its surroundings, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said, adding that no incoming missiles were intercepted. The UN says July was the deadliest month for Ukrainian civilians since April 2022.
France 24 · 3 h ago
Ukrainian drones launch 'largest attack' on Russia's Yaroslavl region, governor says; major oil refinery hit
A Ukrainian drone strike overnight on the Yaroslavl region set fire to the Slavneft-owned Yaroslavneftorgsintez refinery. The governor said 88 drones were shot down and described it as the most massive attack on the area.
Meduza · 4 h ago
Second Russian general buried in Moscow in a single day — name revealed
Moscow saw the funeral of Lt. Gen. Igor Yerusalimov on August 5, the second general buried that day. The 53-year-old was called a 'hero of the SVO' and had taken part in Russia's military aggression against Ukraine.
Jauns.lv · 4 h ago
Russian strikes kill at least six in Ukraine's Kharkiv and Sumy regions
Overnight Russian attacks on homes in Balakliia and settlements in Sumy region left six dead and dozens wounded. Russia says it intercepted 605 Ukrainian drones.
France 24 · 5 h ago
Bloomberg: European and Russian representatives secretly discussed ending the war in Ukraine
Bloomberg has reported that European and Russian representatives secretly held talks last month to discuss ending the war in Ukraine, with former senior officials from Britain, Germany and France taking part on the European side.
BNN · 5 h ago
Ukrainian and Bulgarian police dismantle international drug syndicate
Ukrainian and Bulgarian police dismantled an international drug syndicate that operated a lab in Bulgaria and used regular passenger buses to transport drugs to dealers in Ukraine. The operation included 32 searches and seized drugs worth $960,000.
Euromaidan Press · 6 h ago
Ukraine seeks cheaper Patriot missiles as Kramatorsk evacuates children
Kyiv continues talks with US arms makers on a lower-cost Patriot interceptor, while Russian strikes kill 17 in the capital and force evacuations in the east.
Guardian Ukraina · 10 h ago
US intelligence sharing with Ukraine rebounds, supporting new front-line wins
US intelligence sharing with Ukraine has rebounded, and observers say it is helping Kyiv achieve new wins on the front lines.
Politico Europe · 12 h ago
Expert: Ukraine's Drone Innovation Cannot Offset Russia's Structural Advantages
Peter Zalmayev, director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative, says the war in Ukraine has entered an 'escalatory spiral of attrition,' and despite Ukraine's technological progress, it cannot permanently balance Russia's resources.
France 24 · 13 h ago
Kyiv and Surrounding Areas Hit by Overnight Attack; Missile Defense Shortages Grow
At least 17 people were killed in an overnight attack on Kyiv and its outskirts, while Ukraine faces an increasing shortage of interceptor missiles needed to protect the capital.
NPR World · 14 h ago
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Sweden's Supreme Court orders transfer of Russian shadow fleet vessel to Ukraine
Sweden's Supreme Court has upheld a previous ruling and decided to hand over the confiscated, sanctioned Russian shadow fleet ship 'Caffa' to Ukraine.
Apollo.lv · 15 h ago
Why can’t Ukraine simply destroy Russian missile launchers targeting its cities?
Presidential adviser Serhii Beskrestnov says Russian Iskander launchers hide on forest roads, deploy and flee within minutes, making them extremely hard to catch.
Euromaidan Press · 15 h ago
Ukraine attack kills 21 as depleted air defenses miss Russian missiles
Russia's massive overnight attack on Ukraine killed 21 people and injured dozens; many drones were intercepted, but depleted air defenses allowed numerous missiles to get through.
BBC World · 16 h ago
German brand loses Ukraine warehouse to Russian strike, will keep operating
A Russian overnight attack burned down the Ukrainian warehouse of a German household goods brand. The company, whose products are sold in 150 countries, says it will not stop working.
Euromaidan Press · 16 h ago
Will Russia launch a fresh mobilization drive?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia plans to expand mobilization this autumn, citing intelligence, while Russian officials dismiss the claims. Independent reports and military experts suggest recruitment is struggling.
Deutsche Welle · 16 h ago
After deadly Kyiv strike, Ukraine warns interceptor shortage is costing lives
A Russian overnight barrage killed 21 people near Kyiv, with no ballistic missiles intercepted. Ukrainian officials warn that shortages of Patriot interceptors are costing lives.
BBC World · 17 h ago
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Russia exploits Ukraine's exhausted interceptor stocks, analyst says
British military analyst Michael Clarke told Sky News that Russia is using a 'window of opportunity' as Ukraine has completely run out of interceptor missiles, allowing Putin to strike any target he sees fit.
Apollo.lv · 17 h ago
Zelenskyy: fewer air-defense missiles from partners may be attempt to make Ukraine more compliant
President Zelenskyy said political motives may lie behind the reduced supply of anti-ballistic missiles to Ukraine, suggesting it could be an attempt to make the country more compliant. His statement followed a Russian attack that killed 17 civilians.
Euromaidan Press · 19 h ago
Russian strike on Kyiv kills at least 17 as Zelenskyy urges more air defence
At least 17 people died and over 40 were injured in a Russian attack on Kyiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for more air defence systems, saying interceptors could have saved lives.
Guardian Ukraina · 20 h ago
Ukraine builds drone-killer from US tank missiles, Israeli radar and Dutch truck
Ukraine has fielded an improvised anti-drone system that combines American tank missiles, an Israeli radar and a Dutch truck to intercept cheap Russian drones while preserving costly interceptors for cruise and ballistic missiles.
Euromaidan Press · 22 h ago
Foreign Minister Braže received in Kyiv with gratitude for Latvia's support
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže was received in Kyiv on Wednesday with warm words of gratitude, reaffirming Latvia's strong support for Ukraine.
LSM · 22 h ago