One killed, three injured in Russian attacks on Kherson region over past day
In the Kherson region, one person was killed and three others injured over the past 24 hours as a result of Russian aggression.
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20 August 2025
Over 40,000 fires recorded in Ukraine’s ecosystems this year – State Emergency Service
Since the beginning of the year, more than 40,000 fires have been recorded across Ukraine’s ecosystems.
Russian army loses another 920 troops in war against Ukraine
The Russian army’s combat losses in Ukraine from February 24, 2022 to August 20, 2025 amount to nearly 1,072,700 invaders, including another 920 troops killed or wounded in action in the past day.
Russian drone attack on Okhtyrka injures 12, including two children
A Russian drone strike on the city of Okhtyrka in the Sumy region has left 12 people injured, including two children. Residential buildings and infrastructure were damaged in the attack.
Russian forces launch 583 attacks on Zaporizhzhia region over past day
Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces carried out 583 strikes across 11 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region.
About ten countries ready to send troops to Ukraine under security guarantees – Bloomberg
Around ten countries have expressed readiness to deploy military personnel to Ukraine as part of international security guarantees, once active hostilities come to an end.
Ukrainian border guards destroy enemy drone control center in Luhansk region
Drone operators from the “Phoenix” unit of the State Border Guard Service have destroyed a Russian UAV control center, a checkpoint, an artillery piece, and a tank in the Luhansk region.
Enemy drones strike Okhtyrka community: Casualties reported, private sector on fire
A large-scale drone attack by Russian forces targeted the Okhtyrka community in the Sumy region, resulting in multiple fires and injuries.
Ukraine and united Europe will face armed resistance against Russia – Yushchenko
Ukraine and a united Europe will face major consolidation and a powerful armed resistance against Russia, while the time for diplomatic resolution has not yet come.
Ukraine receives EUR 10M worth of equipment from IT Coalition
The Ukrainian Defense Ministry received a new shipment of equipment worth EUR 10 million from the IT Coalition during July and August, funded by Luxembourg, Ireland, Belgium, and Estonia.
Ukraine, Republic of Korea to jointly restore port infrastructure
The representatives of Ukraine and the Republic of Korea have signed a protocol on joint efforts to restore the port infrastructure.
Ukraine to showcase defence technologies at European Defence Innovation Forum in The Hague
On September 25, 2025, the European Defence Innovation Forum (EDIF) will be held in The Hague. The Governments of the Netherlands and Ukraine will combine efforts to expand defence industry cooperation in Europe.
Another group of Ukrainian children returned from temporarily occupied Kherson region
Another group of children has been evacuated from the temporarily occupied territory (TOT) of the Kherson region to an area under Ukrainian control.
Kyiv sends 6,000 more drones to Ukrainian defenders
The Kyiv city community has delivered another 6,000 drones of various types to fighters of the 3rd Army Corps of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
19 August 2025
Rubio heads commission to develop security guarantees for Ukraine - media
High-ranking officials from the US, Ukraine, and several European countries intend to develop a detailed security guarantee project for our country in the coming days, which will likely involve the US Air Force.
Germany working on security guarantees for Ukraine, contribution not yet determined — Pistorius
Germany is actively working on developing reliable security guarantees for Ukraine, but its contribution has not yet been determined—it will depend on the progress of peace talks and the possible contribution of the US, and will be coordinated with its closest partners.
DM Shmyhal visited Defense Forces units in Kharkiv region
Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal visited Defense Forces units tasked with protecting the Kharkiv region during a working trip.
DM Shmyhal visited Defense Forces units in Kharkiv region
Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal visited Defense Forces units tasked with protecting the Kharkiv region during a working trip.
This summer, more than 52,000 people were evacuated from Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk regions - PM Svyrydenko
By the end of August, at least 30,000 places will be prepared in 15 regions and in Kyiv for people who have been evacuated from frontline areas
Invaders shell Novoraysk in Kherson region, killing one person
Russian troops struck the village of Novoraysk in the Kherson region, killing a civilian.
Ukrainian forces destroy Russian train carrying fuel in occupied part of Zaporizhzhia region
Ukrainian defenders have destroyed an enemy train carrying fuel in the temporarily occupied part of the Zaporizhzhia region.
Putin’s promises cannot be trusted; Ukraine needs credible security guarantees – Kallas
Next week, EU defense and foreign ministers are set to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine and the intensification of sanctions against Russia, while reiterating that Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin cannot be trusted.
Russia sells wheat stolen from Ukraine to 70 countries – National Resistance Center
Russian occupying forces are selling wheat stolen and exported from Ukraine to 70 countries across the globe.
Trump says he is working to arrange bilateral meeting between Zelensky and Putin
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that his administration is working to organize direct talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian leader Vladimir Putin, aimed at reaching an agreement to end the war.
Zelensky announces upcoming meeting with Norwegian PM
President Volodymyr Zelensky held a conversation with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, during which the two leaders discussed joint efforts with international partners to secure robust security guarantees for Ukraine. They also agreed to meet in person in the near future.
Russia continues daily assaults on ruined Vovchansk without success — military spox
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, Russian troops persist with daily attacks on Vovchansk, attempting to seize the city. However, Ukraine’s Defense Forces are holding their positions and repelling the assaults.
Zelensky, Costa discuss EU’s new sanctions package and negotiation clusters
President Volodymyr Zelensky had a conversation with European Council President António Costa, focusing on several key issues: the outcomes of recent negotiations in Washington, the development of the EU’s new sanctions package against Russia, and the opening of negotiation clusters.
Two teenage girls returned from occupied territories
Two teenage girls have been brought back from temporarily occupied territories, where they had been forced to attend Russian schools.
Russian drone hits ambulance in Kharkiv region, medics injured
In the Kupiansk district, Kharkiv region, a Russian drone struck an ambulance while it was responding to a call, injuring medical workers.
Coalition of the Willing to hold consultations with US on security guarantees for Ukraine
Coalition of the Willing planning teams will meet with their U.S. counterparts in the coming days to further strengthen plans to deliver robust security guarantees for Ukraine and prepare for the deployment of a reassurance force if the hostilities end.