War update: 147 combat clashes on front lines over past day
As many as 147 combat engagements between Ukrainian forces and Russian invaders were recorded on the front lines on Wednesday, August 6.
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Ukrainian border guards destroy Russian tank, four vehicles
Aerial reconnaissance soldiers from the Strix reconnaissance and strike UAVs unit from the 4th Border Guard Detachment destroyed a Russian tank and four vehicles using FPV drones on the Southern Slobozhanshchyna axis.
Ukrainian border guards destroy Russian tank, four vehicles
Aerial reconnaissance soldiers from the Strix reconnaissance and strike UAVs unit from the 4th Border Guard Detachment destroyed a Russian tank and four vehicles using FPV drones on the Southern Slobozhanshchyna axis.
Russia's war casualty toll in Ukraine climbs by 1,040 in past day
Russia suffered approximately 1,060,310 casualties in Ukraine between February 24, 2022 and August 7, 2025, with 1,040 soldiers killed or wounded in the past 24 hours.
Washington receives first clear signals from Russia on conditions to end war – Rubio
The United States has received clear signals for the first time from the Russian Federation regarding potential conditions to end its full-scale war against Ukraine.
Ukrainian drone forces strike Russian tank, howitzer
Soldiers from the 412th Nemesis Unmanned Systems Regiment of the Ukrainian Armed Forces struck a Russian tank, a towed howitzer, and destroyed a truck transporting enemy personnel using drones.
Trump says there's 'very good prospect' of meeting with Zelensky, Putin
U.S. President Donald Trump has said he believes there is a strong likelihood that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian leader Vladimir Putin will agree to his proposed initiative to hold a joint meeting in the near future.
Japanese university joins Coalition of Ukrainian Studies – Zelenska
Kobe Gakuin University has become the first institution in Japan to join the Coalition of Ukrainian Studies.
Ukraine’s power companies report highest net revenues in 2024
A thousand largest Ukrainian enterprises generated a total of UAH 8.2 trillion in net revenues in 2024, with the highest sums being reported by those operating in the electricity sector.
Warsaw to host celebrations marking Ukraine's Independence Day
The Euromaidan Warsaw community has invited the Ukrainian community and Polish friends to celebrate Ukraine's Independence Day on August 24 at 5 p.m. at Castle Square in Warsaw.
More than 320 artists and media workers killed in Ukraine since start of full-scale war
Since the onset of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, 214 artists and 108 Ukrainian and foreign media professionals have been killed.
Russian spy helping enemy advance toward Pokrovsk detained in Donetsk region
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) counterintelligence has detained a Russian military intelligence agent who was tracking the positions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the Pokrovsk sector to facilitate enemy offensive operations using heavy guided aerial bombs and various artillery systems.
Defense official says most of Ukraine's 900 defense industry enterprises are privately owned
Ukraine's defense-industrial complex currently includes around 900 enterprises, the majority of which are privately owned.
06 August 2025
Zelensky: 50% of weapons at the front must be Ukrainian-made
President Volodymyr Zelensky has outlined five strategic priorities for Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense, placing a strong emphasis on increasing the share of domestically produced weapons used on the front lines.
Trump planning to meet with Putin and Zelensky - NYT
U.S. President Donald Trump is planning a personal meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin next week, followed by a joint meeting with both Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Fifth group of Ukrainian legion volunteers to sign contracts with AFU in Poland on August 8 – ambassador
On August 8, the fifth group of volunteers from the Ukrainian Legion will sign contracts with the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Lublin, Poland.
Zelensky holds meeting with Syrskyi and Shmyhal in Sumy region
President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi, Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal, and Commander of the Air Assault Forces Oleh Apostol during a working trip to the Sumy region.
Zelensky after call with Trump: Our joint position with partners is clear – war must end honestly
President Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump. The conversation took place following the visit of Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff to Moscow.
Three killed, four injured as Russian forces shell Nikopol with artillery
Russian troops shelled the city of Nikopol in Ukraine's southeastern Dnipropetrovsk region using artillery, killing three people and injuring four others.
Trump calls Witkoff-Putin meeting 'very productive'
U.S. President Donald Trump described the meeting between his special envoy Steve Witkoff and Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Wednesday as "very productive" and said "great progress" had been made.
Turkey seeks just, lasting peace based on Ukraine's territorial integrity – Erdogan's advisor
Turkey firmly and consistently supports Ukraine's territorial integrity, independence, and sovereignty, including Crimea, and is committed to achieving a just and lasting peace.
Dutch intelligence confirms Russia increasing use of chemical weapons in Ukraine
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans has stated that the Netherlands' military intelligence agency (MIVD) has confirmed Russia is increasingly using chemical weapons in Ukraine.
President honors soldiers of 80th Air Assault Brigade
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has visited the command post of the 2nd Battalion of the 80th Air Assault Brigade, where he presented state awards to Ukrainian defenders and held a meeting with brigade commanders.
Zelensky, Trump hold phone call – Reuters
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President Donald Trump are holding a phone call on Wednesday, following a meeting between U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Kremlin officials.
US to monitor Russian oil exports to other countries – executive order
The United States will monitor the import of Russian oil by other nations and does not rule out taking economic measures against them.
Ukrainian developers unveil Bagnet interceptor drone
The Ukrainian drone Bagnet has been specifically designed to intercept enemy UAVs such as the Shahed, taking into account their increased speed from 200 km/h to 250 km/h.
Ukraine, Russia must not abandon dialogue under any circumstances – Erdogan's advisor
Ukraine and Russia must not abandon the path of dialogue under any circumstances and should seek common ground that would lead to a just and lasting peace. Turkey is ready to create all necessary conditions for a leaders' summit.
Ukraine looks forward to constructive dialogue with new Polish president, says ambassador
The Ukrainian side hopes for constructive and productive dialogue with the new Polish President Karol Nawrocki on many issues, ranging from security to historical matters, as well as on further support for Ukraine in the international arena.
Russia attacks gas transmission facility in Odesa region, hits Ukraine gas supply route
On the night of August 6, Russian troops attacked a gas infrastructure facility in the Odesa region that provides a diversified route for natural gas supplies to Ukraine.
Beijing reacts to Zelensky's statement on Chinese mercenaries in Vovchansk sector
The Chinese government has denied any involvement of its citizens in the Russian-Ukrainian war, reiterating that it has consistently warned nationals against participating in armed conflicts abroad.