Newsletter 15/08/2024
Daily news digest
SSU captures 102 Russian servicemen in Kursk sector - source
"This is the most massive capture of the enemy that we managed to carry out at one time. We are talking about the capture of ruscits in the Kursk region," the source said.
War
Zelensky: Strategy for return of Ukrainians from Russian captivity presented at Staff meeting
Military commandant's office created in Kursk region – CinC Syrskyi
Civilians from Kursk region can be evacuated via humanitarian corridor to Sumy - Vereshchuk
Federal emergency declared in Belgorod region
Battles
Media show images of Borisoglebsk and Savasleyka air bases after Ukrainian drone attack
Russia may be transferring some units from Donetsk warzone to defend Kursk region - ISW
In Crimea, occupiers imitate accumulation of equipment and ammunition - partisans
Enemy intensifies activity in Krynky area - AFU
Ukraine destroys Russia’s Kasta radar in Zaporizhzhia region
Ukrainian paratroopers demonstrate destruction of Russian armoured vehicle convoy in Donetsk sector/ Video
Explaining
Russian air bases defeat, neglecting national minorities' rights in Russia
The Center for Strategic Communication and Information Security pursues efforts to provide a brief explanation to foreign audiences on the current topics of particular interest as regards Ukraine.
Politics
Indian PM plans to visit Ukraine next week - media
UK says Ukraine can use donated weapons inside Russia, except for Storm Shadows
Russian narratives spreading across Middle East - watchdog
U.S. considers sending long-range cruise missiles to Ukraine - Politico
Free testing project "Iron Range" launched in Ukraine for arms manufacturers
The Iron Range project has been launched in Ukraine, allowing manufacturers of weapons and military equipment to test samples at the design stage free of charge.
The ministry clarified that the test site is creating the conditions necessary for testing a sample of weapons and military equipment. Specialised units of the General Staff and the Ministry of Strategic Industry provide support to the manufacturer during the tests.
In the course of testing, the manufacturer receives methodological recommendations and a conclusion from the General Staff, on the basis of which it can refine its development.