Russia transfers reserves to Pokrovsk direction to replace depleted units, says AFU
The Russian command continues to transfer reserves to the Pokrovsk direction, in particular the newly formed “volunteer” brigade “BARS.”
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Europe preparing new statement, Tusk hopes Trump can be persuaded on Ukraine
Leaders of several European countries, including Poland, Germany, France, Italy, Great Britain, and Finland, will soon prepare a new statement on the upcoming talks between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska.
Former Ambassador: Trump is unlikely to shift stance and exert pressure on Kremlin
Former Ukrainian Ambassador to the U.S. (2006-2010) and France (2014-2020) Oleh Shamshur considers it unlikely that U.S. President Donald Trump will change his approach at the meeting with Putin and start putting tough pressure on the Kremlin, since a certain change in the White House's stance was based on an emotional component rather than a deep analysis of the Russian threat.
91 clashes on frontline, fighting continues in six sectors
Since the beginning of the day, there have been 91 combat clashes between the Ukrainian Armed Forces and Russian troops. Fighting continues in six sectors of the frontline, with the most attacks recorded in the Pokrovsk sector, while the enemy is also highly active in Lyman and Novopavlivka.
AFU stop enemy advance in Dobropillia and Pokrovsk sectors, some groups already destroyed
Defense Forces are taking effective measures to stop the advance of Russian troops in the Dobropillia and Pokrovsk sectors, where the enemy has concentrated more than 110,000 personnel.
Expert: Trump intends to hold a meeting with Putin in format of “global bargain”
U.S. President Donald Trump, having initiated a meeting in Alaska, intends to hold it in the format of a “global bargain.” The issue of Ukraine will be raised at the talks, but the Middle East, the Asia-Pacific region, and all of Europe will also be discussed.
Syrskyi allocates additional forces to eliminate saboteurs in Pokrovsk sector
Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Oleksandr Syrskyi has ordered that additional forces and resources be allocated to detect and destroy enemy sabotage groups in the Pokrovsk sector.
Zelensky thanks EU leaders: Joint pressure can help end war with just peace
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed gratitude to European leaders for their support of Ukraine's independence and territorial integrity.
Kyslytsya: Trump-Putin meeting not a disaster for Ukraine
The upcoming meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Kremlin dictator Vladimir Putin in Alaska is not a disaster for Ukraine — Kyiv remains a full participant in the negotiations.
Azov Corps takes up defensive positions on Pokrovsk front, enemy sustains losses
The 1st Azov Corps of Ukraine's National Guard has taken up designated defensive positions on the Pokrovsk front.
168 clashes on frontline, most attacks in Pokrovsk and Novopavlivka sectors
Yesterday, August 11, there were 168 clashes between Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian invaders on the frontline.
Putin shows no willingness for peace, Alaska meeting will not change that, says ISW expert
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has yet to show any desire to compromise in order to establish peace in Ukraine, so the summit between the leaders of the US and Russia in Alaska is unlikely to change this situation.
Austria says no decisions on Ukraine should be made without its involvement
Austria supports U.S. efforts aimed at ending Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine through diplomacy and emphasizes the importance of ensuring that no decision concerning Ukraine should be made without its direct participation.
“Contract 18-24”: drone operators can serve in 46 units
The approved list of Armed Forces units and staff positions for unmanned system operators, where volunteers can serve under the “Contract 18-24” project, has been released.
11 August 2025
Yermak, Rubio discuss paths to just peace in Ukraine
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed ways to achieve a just peace in Ukraine and coordinated positions ahead of diplomatic steps planned for the week.
Trump-Putin summit sends Munich 1938 vibes - expert
An upcoming meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin draws some parallels with the infamous 1938 Munich conference where Czechoslovakia’s fate was decided behind the back of the country’s leadership.
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Being neutral amounts to standing silent with the aggressor
Zelensky, Carney agree Ukraine must take part in decisions on its future
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney agreed on the necessity of Ukraine's participation in any decision-making concerning its future and the security of its citizens.
Before meeting with Putin, Trump should recall his idea of complete ceasefire - diplomat
U.S. President Donald Trump should recall his first negotiating principle before meeting with the Kremlin leader: a complete and unconditional ceasefire, which could be a starting point for fair and secure negotiations for Ukraine.
Russian troops resume mechanized assaults in south, says spox Voloshyn
In the south, for the first time in several weeks, Russian occupation forces resumed assault operations using armored vehicles and motorcycles, particularly in the direction of the settlements of Mala Tokmachka and Novodanylivka.
Rescuers save 14-year-old girl the occupiers planned to send to Russian orphanage
A 14-year-old girl, whom Russian invaders planned to send to an orphanage in Russia, was rescued and brought to the territory controlled by Ukraine.
Russian agent caught in Zaporizhzhia collecting info for missile strike on industrial sites
The Counterintelligence of the Security Service of Ukraine has arrested a former Pension Fund employee who was collecting info for a missile strike on industrial infrastructure in Zaporizhzhia at the request of Russian intelligence.
Guerrillas in Crimea reconnoiter radar positions at Kacha Airfield
In the temporarily occupied Crimea, guerrillas reconnoitered the positions of radio reconnaissance installations at the Kacha Airfield.
War update: 137 combat engagements recorded over past 24 hours
On August 10, Ukrainian forces engaged in 137 combat clashes with Russian invaders.
Markarova sure US will negotiate with Russia from position of strength
Ukraine's Ambassador to the United States, Oksana Markarova, expressed confidence that the U.S. will act from a position of strength and that a joint solution will be found to end Russia's aggression.
10 August 2025
Ukraine and Sweden preparing large-scale combat aviation project, says Zelensky
Ukraine and Sweden are preparing a strong project for the development of Ukrainian combat aviation.
Zelensky holds phone call with Kazakh president
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky briefed President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on diplomatic efforts with U.S. President Donald Trump and recent agreements with European partners.
Zelensky, Swedish PM discuss diplomatic situation and AFU aviation development
President Volodymyr Zelensky and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson held detailed discussions on the current diplomatic situation and the advancement of Ukraine’s military aviation development.
Defense Forces continue to control Dachne in Dnipropetrovsk region
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has debunked reports that the town of Dachne in the Dnipropetrovsk region has been captured.
Russian troops significantly increase use of loitering munitions in south
Russian troops have significantly increased the use of loitering munitions in the southern sector of the front. Yesterday, nearly 670 strikes were recorded, which significantly exceeded the average for previous days.