In Kharkiv, at site of Russian attack, three people are being searched for who may be under rubble of building
Three more people may be trapped under the rubble of a building in the Industrial District of Kharkiv.
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Zelensky after Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities: War must be ended, and it is Russia that must hear ‘stop’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized that the war must be ended, and it is Russia that needs to hear the word "stop."
Russian forces suffer defeat, lose control of several settlements in Sumy region — Syrskyi
Russian troops have suffered a defeat and lost control of several settlements in the Sumy region.
Russian drone attack on Kharkiv: seven killed, 20 injured
The death toll from this morning’s Russian drone strike on Kharkiv has risen to seven, according to Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov.
Death toll from drone attack on Kharkiv rises to five
The number of people killed in of Russia's drone strike on Kharkiv has risen to five.
Death toll from drone attack on Kharkiv rises to five
The number of people killed in of Russia's drone strike on Kharkiv has risen to five.
Death toll from drone attack on Kharkiv rises to five
The number of people killed in of Russia's drone strike on Kharkiv has risen to five.
Anatoliy Merkotun, Commanding Officer of the 412th Nemesis Separate Unmanned Systems Regiment
Our drones are watching and destroying the enemy all along the frontline
Death toll from morning drone attack in Kharkiv rises to three, including child
In Kharkiv, the death toll from the morning drone attack has risen to three people, including a one-year-old child, with 17 reported wounded.
Hidden unemployment rising in Russia's civilian sector – intelligence
Hidden unemployment in Russia's civilian sector is rapidly increasing amid an economic crisis.
17 August 2025
Russian missile strikes residential building in Kharkiv, casualties reported
Explosions were heard in Kharkiv during an air raid alert, with initial reports of casualties.
Ukrainian, Estonian foreign ministers coordinate next steps of joint work
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and his Estonian counterpart Margus Tsahkna on Sunday coordinated steps to advance joint efforts aimed at ending the war.
Sybiha discusses diplomatic efforts to achieve lasting peace for Ukraine with Latvian FM
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže held a telephone conversation on Sunday morning to coordinate steps ahead of important meetings.
Defense Forces strike Russian military convoy on highway in Kursk region
On the night of August 17, the Defense Forces fired on a Russian army convoy on the Rylsk-Khomutovka highway in the Kursk region of Russia, seriously wounding Lieutenant General Abachev, Deputy Commander of the Sever military group.
German expert: Ukraine and Europe must not allow Trump to force them into a hastily prepared agreement
U.S. President Donald Trump wants a quick agreement to end the war in Ukraine and may therefore try to increase pressure on Kyiv and Europe, which must not allow a wedge to be driven between themselves and the United States.
Russians attack rescuers in Kostiantynivka with drones, vehicle is damaged
On August 16, Russian invaders struck rescuers in Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region, with drones, damaging a fire truck.
Ukrainian drones hit ammunition supply hub in Russia's Voronezh region – source
Infrastructure at the Liski railway station in Russia's Voronezh region, used to supply ammunition to the front, was struck in an operation by the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR), a source in the intelligence agency told Ukrinform.
Merz to visit Washington with Zelensky, European leaders
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will travel to Washington on Monday together with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and other European leaders, according to government spokesman Stefan Kornelius.
Von der Leyen to travel to Washington with Zelensky
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has said she will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Brussels today before flying with him and other European leaders to the United States.
Ammunition depot, six Russian occupiers destroyed in Melitopol – intelligence
On August 16, in temporarily occupied Melitopol, Zaporizhzhia region, an operation by the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) destroyed an ammunition depot and a group of Russian occupiers that had been redeployed to the Zaporizhzhia front.
Ammunition depot, six Russian occupiers destroyed in Melitopol – intelligence
On August 16, in temporarily occupied Melitopol, Zaporizhzhia region, an operation by the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) destroyed an ammunition depot and a group of Russian occupiers that had been redeployed to the Zaporizhzhia front.
Ukrainian family sends purchased Siversk and Gürem sniper rifles to front
Siversk and Gürem sniper rifles purchased by a Ukrainian family in Turkey were sent to the front. The family spent a year collecting funds to support Ukrainian soldiers.
Logistics, demining, and evacuation of injured: General Staff reports on functions of ground drones on frontline
The main task of unmanned ground vehicles on the frontline is currently the performance of logistical tasks.
Melania Trump sends letter to Putin regarding abducted Ukrainian children
First Lady Melania Trump wrote a "peace letter" to Russian leader Vladimir Putin telling him "in today’s world, some children are forced to carry a quiet laughter, untouched by the darkness around them—a silent defiance against the forces that can potentially claim their future. Mr. Putin, you can singlehandedly restore their melodic laughter”.
Polish government: Ukraine must retain path to EU, NATO membership
Ukraine must be free to decide its own future, including its territorial integrity and the prospect of joining the EU and NATO in the future.
Russia keeps 277 Crimean political prisoners behind bars
As of today, 277 Crimean political prisoners remain in Russian custody, including 157 representatives of the indigenous Crimean Tatar people.
Nine new electronic warfare systems approved for use by Ukrainian forces in July
In July, the Ukrainian Defense Ministry authorized the deployment of nine new electronic warfare and electronic intelligence systems for use by Ukraine's Defense Forces.
16 August 2025
Ukrainian forces advance up to 2.5 km in Northern Slobozhanshchyna sector — General Staff
Ukrainian forces continue active operations in the Northern Slobozhanshchyna sector, targeting enemy positions and working to liberate occupied settlements.
Five more settlements in Donetsk region begin evacuating families with children
Mandatory evacuation efforts have begun in Druzhkivka and nearby villages in the Donetsk region, as families are being relocated to safer areas.
Russia may step up pressure on battlefield soon – Zelensky
Given the diplomatic situation around Ukraine, Russia may soon attempt to intensify pressure and strikes on Ukrainian positions, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky.