Ukrainian athletes win 8 medals on day 5 of Paralympics
On the fifth day of the 2024 Paralympic Games, Ukrainian athletes secured 8 medals.
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1 person killed, at least 3 injured in Russian attack on Dnipro
One person was killed and at least three people were injured in Dnipro on Sept. 2, in Russia's attack on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Governor Serhii Lysak said.
Russia launches missile strike on Kyiv
Serhii Popko, the head of the Kyiv City Military Administration, said that Russia had used cruise and ballistic missiles in the attack.
Military aid package from Lithuania arrives in Ukraine
On August 28, Lithuania delivered loaders, anti-drone systems, and folding beds to Ukraine as part of a new military aid package.
Russia permanently bans 92 individuals, including journalists from prominent US-based newspapers
Russia has banned 92 individuals from entering the country, including journalists from The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and The Washington Post.
At least 4 dead, 5 injured in Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih hotel
Search and rescue workers discovered under the rubble the body of a fourth person killed in the attack, Ukraine's State Emergency Service confirmed on overnight on Aug. 28. Five others were also injured in the attack.
Telegram's CEO Pavel Durov faces multiple criminal charges from Paris prosecutors
Paris prosecutors have outlined potential charges against Pavel Durov, the Russian-born CEO of the messaging app Telegram.
August 24 prisoner exchange did not include any Azov soldiers, brigade commander says
Azov Regiment commander Denys Prokopenko criticized the recent prisoner exchange, expressing disappointment that none of the Azov fighters, who have been in Russian captivity for over two years, were included.
Zelensky praises new Ukrainian-made Palianytsia missiles
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine's new military advancements, particularly the Palianytsia missile, are a critical way for the country to act amid delays in decision-making by some of its international partners.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov arrested at French airport
Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder and CEO of Telegram, was arrested at Le Bourget airport outside of Paris while traveling on his private jet.
Syrskyi reveals statistics: over 9,000 missiles and 14,000 drones fired by Russia since invasion began
On August 20, Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi reported that since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, over 9,600 missiles and nearly 14,000 attack drones have been used against Ukraine.
Drone wreckage found in Romanian town near Ukrainian border
Drone fragments were discovered in Romania near its border with Ukraine, specifically in the area around the village of Periprava, Tulcea county.
Finnish President voices support for Ukraine's right to self-defense
Finnish President Alexander Stubb expressed strong support for Ukraine’s right to defend itself against Russian aggression, including strikes and advances on Russian territory.
Crimean museum dedicated to Lesia Ukrainka repurposed by Russian authorities, mentions of writer erased
The Lesia Ukrainka Museum in Yalta, located in occupied Crimea, has been effectively erased. The museum has been repurposed under a new name, the Yalta Historical and Literary Museum, with exhibitions focusing on Yalta's history, music, and literature, as well as architect Nikolai Krasnov.
USAID assisting authorities in restoring gas distribution networks in Kherson Oblast
USAID provided gas distribution network operators in the Kherson region with vehicles for emergency repairs, responding to frequent damage caused by ongoing Russian shelling.
Ivanishvili, founder of the ruling Georgian Dream party, declined to meet with US lawmakers
Bidzina Ivanishvili, the founder and honorary chair of the ruling Georgian Dream party, declined to meet with U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Congressman Mike Turner during their visit to Georgia.
IAEA expresses concern about wildfires near occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has raised concerns that intense fires near the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), which is under Russian occupation, pose a threat to its external power supply.
Russia's possible involvement in the next global peace summit would not equal negotiations between countries, Yermak says
Andriy Yermak, Presidential Office head, stated that while a Russian representative could potentially participate in the second global peace summit for Ukraine, this would not signal the beginning of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia.
Hungarian CEO confident in country’s oil supply despite Ukraine’s Lukoil transit block
Hungary will not face oil shortages due to Ukraine's decision to block Lukoil PJSC's crude transit, according to Zsolt Hernadi, CEO of Hungarian oil and gas conglomerate MOL Group.
Russia launches strongest drone attack on Kyiv so far in 2024
The Kyiv City Military Administration on July 31 reported the most extensive drone attack on Kyiv in 2024, with air defense forces destroying over 40 drones in the city's airspace and nearby areas.
60 million tons of cargo exported so far through Ukrainian maritime corridor
Over 11 months, the Ukrainian maritime corridor transported 60 million tons of cargo, primarily from the Greater Odesa ports, according to the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority (USPA).
Borrell urges China to leverage influence and persuade Russia to cease its war against Ukraine
During a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Laos, the EU's chief diplomat Josep Borrell urged China to support the peace process in Ukraine and halt the export of dual-use goods to Russia, which bolster its military capabilities.
Russian court sentences exiled journalist Mikhail Zygar in absentia
A Moscow court sentenced exiled Russian journalist Mikhail Zygar to eight and a half years in prison in absentia for spreading “fake news” about the Russian army, as part of Russia’s intensifying crackdown on opposition media.
Russian man arrested in France over Paris Olympics destabilization plot
On July 23, French police arrested a Russian man who is suspected of plotting destabilizing activities during the Paris Olympics.
DTEK aims to recover 60-70% of its power generation capacity by October
By October, DTEK, Ukraine's largest private energy company, plans to restore 60-70% of the power generation it lost as a result of Russia’s mass shelling this spring, according to DTEK Executive Director Dmytro Sakharuk.
Ukraine's U-19 national football team advances to UEFA Under-19 Championship semifinals
Ukraine’s U-19 national football team secured a hard-fought 3:2 victory against Italy, the reigning European Champions, in a crucial Group A match of EURO 2024.
Russia announces willingness to help Georgian ruling party stay in power
Andrei Klimov, Deputy Chairman of Russia's Federation Council, stated that Russia is prepared to assist Georgia's ruling party, "Georgian Dream," in retaining power if requested.
Zelensky thanks Biden for consistent support of Ukraine throughout presidency
President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed respect for U.S. President Joe Biden's decision to withdraw from the presidential race, thanking him for his unwavering support of Ukraine's fight for freedom.
VP Kamala Harris declares candidacy for Democratic Party nomination
Vice President Kamala Harris stated her intention to run for the Democratic Party presidential nominee after U.S. President Joe Biden unexpectedly withdrew from the race and endorsed her as his successor.
King Charles gives speech on new government's priorities, reaffirms UK's support for Ukraine
King Charles III emphasized continued support for Ukraine, aiming for a leading role in facilitating Ukraine's path to NATO membership.
EU Commission approves nearly $4.6 billion in financial support to Ukraine
The European Commission has approved the first regular payment of about 4.2 billion euros ($4.59 billion) under the Ukraine Facility, aiming to support Ukraine's macro-financial stability and public administration functions.
Biden condemns Trump rally shooting
U.S. President Joe Biden confirmed that he was aware of the shooting at Donald Trump's rally in Pennsylvania and condemned the incident.
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