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All Eyes on Kursk, But Donetsk in Trouble – Special Forces Source Says

The Russian army is advancing in the Donetsk region, heading toward the strategically important city of Pokrovsk.

By Kateryna Zakharchenko

Aug. 13, 2024

Armed Forces of Ukraine

What We Know: Ukraine’s Cross-Border Attack on Russia

A recap of what’s happened so far.

By AFP

Aug. 13, 2024

War in Ukraine

UK Blocks Use of Storm Shadow Missiles for Ukraine’s Kursk Offensive

The UK denied Ukraine use of Storm Shadow weapons in Kursk operation despite Zelensky’s request, while claiming to “support Ukraine’s clear right of self-defense in accordance with international law.”

By Kyiv Post

Aug. 13, 2024

Putin

Putin’s Former Security Guard Tasked to ‘Sort Kursk Out’

Unhappy with the response of Russian forces in repelling the Ukrainian incursion in the Kursk region, President Putin has dispatched Alexander Dyumin to coordinate military actions there.

By Kyiv Post

Aug. 13, 2024

Nuclear weapons

Leaked Documents Reveal Russian Navy's Training for Nuclear Strikes, Including on Allies

A Russian navy presentation that predated Moscow’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine supposedly marked targets worldwide should a major war break out, including those in Moscow’s allies China and Iran.

By Kyiv Post

Aug. 13, 2024

Putin

Old Habits Die Hard – Russian Troops Loot Abandoned Villages in Kursk

Discipline seems to be breaking down among some of Moscow’s forces that are still reeling after Ukraine’s surprise incursion into Russia’s Kursk region a week ago.

By Kyiv Post

Aug. 13, 2024

Donetsk

‘They Were Sitting in the Woods, Drinking Coffee’ – Ukrainians Recount 1st Encounters of Kursk Region Incursion

Unlike last year's troops, who struggled with complex Russian defenses during a major counteroffensive, the forces attacking the Kremlin's border area advanced swiftly and effortlessly.

By Kyiv Post

Aug. 13, 2024

Ukraine

Humble But Victorious: Ukraine at the Olympic Games in Paris Recap

Ukraine won 12 medals at the Paris Olympics, reaching the 21st position in the overall medal count – not the country’s best ever showing, but athletes are paying a bigger price for success amid war.

By Olena Hrazhdan

Aug. 13, 2024

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Putin

'How Can I Negotiate With a Regime That Attacks Civilians?' - Putin Asks With No Hint of Irony

Speaking at the latest meeting on the Kursk situation Russian President Vladimir Putin said Ukraine’s intention was to strengthen its future negotiating position.

By Kyiv Post

Aug. 13, 2024

Armed Forces of Ukraine

Ukrainian Forces Reportedly Control Over 1,000 Square Kilometers in Kursk Region

The video appeared on social media, showing Ukrainian armored vehicles moving through the eastern outskirts of the city of Sudzha, suggesting that Ukrainian forces may have taken control of the town.

By Kyiv Post

Aug. 13, 2024

US Warns of 'Severe' Response if Iran Transfers Missiles to Russia

The United States has been in touch with European allies on reports that Iran is "planning to deliver hundreds of ballistic missiles to Russia," State Department spokesman Vedant Patel told reporters.

By AFP

Aug. 13, 2024

Ukraine

Ukrainian Authors Comprise One-Third of Bestsellers Bought by Ukrainian Refugees

Ukraine’s largest offline retailer Knyharnya Ye sees it as a sign Ukrainians do not want to give up connections with Ukrainian culture abroad.

By Olena Hrazhdan

Aug. 13, 2024

War in Ukraine

‘Bold, Brilliant, Beautiful’ – Ukraine at War Update for Aug. 13

US Senators meet with Zelensky and PM to discuss war, reconstruction; Washington will take action if Tehran sends missiles to Moscow; White House tells Putin to end war for sake of Kursk residents.

By John Moretti

Aug. 13, 2024

Ukrainian Deputy Minister Detained for Massive Bribe

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Energy

Ukrainian Deputy Minister Detained for Massive Bribe

Oleksandr Heilo, who has previously shared pro-Russian publications on social media, allegedly demanded a bribe in exchange for allowing the evacuation of frontline equipment in Donbas.

By Sergii Kostezh

Aug. 12, 2024