Russia's war casualty toll in Ukraine climbs by 940 over past day
Russia suffered approximately 1,068,040 casualties in Ukraine between February 24, 2022 and August 15, 2025, with 940 soldiers killed or wounded in the past 24 hours.
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15 August 2025
About 300 children remain in Donetsk region's mandatory evacuation zone
As of August 13, 280 children remained in nine settlements of the Donetsk region where the compulsory evacuation of minors is being carried out.
Most Americans do not trust Trump on handling Russia's war against Ukraine
A majority of U.S. citizens do not trust President Donald Trump in his approach to the war launched by Russia against Ukraine.
UN Secretary-General's office calls for immediate ceasefire ahead of Alaska summit
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomes high-level dialogue between two permanent members of the Security Council – the United States and Russia – but stresses the need for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine.
Merz hopes Putin will launch direct talks with Ukraine after Alaska meeting
European partners expect that following his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Alaska, Russian leader Vladimir Putin will begin negotiations with Ukraine on ending the war without preconditions.
Turkey well aware of threat posed by Russian imperialism – historian
The people of Turkey are well aware of the threats that Russia, in its imperial form of existence, may pose to the country.
Talks with Russia can only be productive after ceasefire – MFA
The stance of Ukraine and its partners on the path to peace is principle and clear: it cannot be defined without Ukraine, and negotiations can only be productive after a ceasefire is achieved.
Donetsk University professor held in Russia for eight years returns to Ukraine
After nearly eight years of imprisonment in Russia on charges of “espionage,” Alexander Shelest, a computer science professor at Donetsk National Technical University, has returned to Ukraine.
Ukraine’s exports down 4.2% in H1 2025 – State Statistics Service
In the first half of 2025, Ukraine exported goods worth USD 20.0 billion — a 4.2% decrease compared to January–June of the previous year. Imports during the same period totaled USD 38.6 billion.
Elderly woman killed in a shelling of Kherson
A 70-year-old woman was killed in Kherson as a result of shelling in the Korabelnyi district.
Over 20,000 civilians remain in active combat zone in Donetsk region
More than 20,000 civilians—including 82 children—remain in areas of active hostilities in the Donetsk region.
Minerals deal with United States: Ukraine launching audit of subsoil users
Ukrainian Prime Minster Yuliia Svyrydenko has instructed competent agencies to conduct an audit of subsoil users within strategically important sites.
EU to finance EBRD loan for Ukraine’s gas purchases
The European Union is mobilizing EUR 500 million to finance emergency gas purchases for Ukraine.
14 August 2025
Russians shell Sloviansk, damage private homes
Russian troops shelled Sloviansk in Donetsk Oblast, damaging private homes.
Trump allows EU leaders to attend possible meeting with Zelensky and Putin
US President Donald Trump said he does not rule out the participation of European leaders in a possible joint meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Turkish historian says puzzle of Russia’s peoples will fall apart, with Tatarstan, Siberia, Caucasus waiting for right moment
Force is the only way to stop Russian imperialism. Sooner or later, the modern empire that is Russia will fall apart, and this will give it the opportunity to embark on a democratic path of development.
Russians attack two Sumy region communities with guided bombs and drones, injuring one person
In the Sumy region, Russian troops attacked the Myropilia and Sumy communities with FPV drones and guided aerial bombs, injuring a man and damaging houses and power lines.
Defense forces halt Russian advance in Pokrovsk direction, says Trehubov
The Ukrainian defense forces have managed to improve the situation in the Pokrovsk direction. The advance of Russian troops has been prevented.
Sybiha and Canadian foreign minister discuss increasing pressure on Russia
During a phone conversation with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha discussed steps to strengthen political and sanctions pressure on Russia in order to achieve a just peace.
Mandatory evacuation begins in five more settlements in Donetsk region
Mandatory evacuation of families with children has begun in the city of Druzhkivka, as well as in the villages of Andriivka, Varvarivka, Novoandriivka, and Rohanske, all part of the Andriivka community in Donetsk region.
Trump hopes to achieve halt to fighting in Ukraine during talks with Putin – Rubio
U.S. President Donald Trump will hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday, aiming to achieve a halt to hostilities in Ukraine, but a comprehensive solution to the war will take more time.
Civilian killed in Russian drone strike on Kostiantynivka
A local resident was killed in a Russian drone strike on Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region.
Civilian killed in Russian drone strike on Kostiantynivka
A local resident was killed in a Russian drone strike on Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region.
Three Ukrainian doctors released after 7-8 years in captivity
Among the military personnel and civilians released from captivity today are three doctors who had spent seven to eight years in captivity.
Ukrainian Navy reports probable crash of Russian SU-30 near Zmiinyi Island
The Ukrainian Naval Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine intercepted a radio transmission indicating the loss of contact with a Russian Su-30SM aircraft during a mission southeast of Zmiinyi Island.
Ukraine’s EU accession and defense assistance: Svyrydenko speaks with Latvian PM
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko had a conversation with Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa, during which they discussed Ukraine’s EU accession and continued security, defense, and humanitarian support.
Ukrainian forces struck over 4,500 Russian tanks, AFVs since start of the year — CinC Syrskyi
Since the beginning of the year, Ukrainian forces have struck 1,432 Russian tanks and 3,087 armored fighting vehicles.
Ukrainian forces struck over 4,500 Russian tanks, AFVs since start of the year — CinC Syrskyi
Since the beginning of the year, Ukrainian forces have struck 1,432 Russian tanks and 3,087 armored fighting vehicles.
67 clashes on frontline, situation in Pokrovsk sector stabilizes
Since the beginning of the day, there have been 67 combat clashes between the Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian troops on the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector.
Turkish historian: True peace is impossible while Crimea remains under occupation
Any territorial concessions by Russia will lead to attempts to seize new territories. True peace is impossible while part of Ukraine, including Crimea, remains under occupation.