Newsletter 27/08/2024
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Zelensky: Ukraine successfully tests its first ballistic missile
“There was a positive test of the first Ukrainian ballistic missile. I congratulate our military-industrial complex on this,” he said, adding that ”I cannot share details about this missile.”
This was announced during a press conference.
President Volodymyr Zelensky: We are preparing response to Russia
“Today, I started the day with a separate long conversation with Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi – discussing in detail the repulsion of this missile attack, our response to Russia – we are preparing it, the use of F-16s, and the ongoing operation in the Kursk region. We continue our actions in the designated areas as needed for Ukraine,” he said.
Ukraine's defense forces control 100 settlements in Kursk region – CinC Syrskyi
Ukraine’s top commander recalled that it was from the territory of Kursk region that Russia had been shelleing Sumy region’s settlements along the border. The aggressor state also concentrated a significant number of troops in this sector and planned an offensive operation.
"Thus, in order to create a buffer zone, stop cross-border strikes, and protect civilian assets in Sumy region, a decision was made, and on August 6, the Defense Forces of Ukraine launched an offensive operation in the Kursk direction. As of today, we continue advancing, inflicting significant losses on enemy manpower and equipment. To date, the territory of 1,294 square km with 100 settlements had come under our control. Also, thanks to the successful actions of our troops, we significantly replenished our POW exchange fund. To date, 594 servicemen of the Russian Armed Forces have been taken prisoner in Kursk region," Sirskyi informed.
FPV drones, "Mavik" and "Vampire" of border guards work effectively against the enemy
Source: Official Telegram channel of the State Border Service of Ukraine
At least six Russian drones fly into Belarus overnight Tue
Data obtained from eRadarrua showed that the drones breached the Belarusian airspace from Ukraine’s Chernihiv and Kyiv regions. The first two of them flew in around 00:09 Kyiv time, and the other cases were recorded around 00:30, 01:00, 03:27, and 05:55.
War
Rocket attack on hotel in Kryvyi Rih: two people killed and five injured
Two people were killed in a missile attack on a hotel in Kryvyi Rih that occurred at night. They are a woman and a man. Five people were injured. A 43-year-old woman is in the hospital, she is “seriously injured.
Russians attack educational institution in Kherson region with drones, fire breaks out
Russian troops attack Zaporizhzhia region 208 times in past day, casualties reported
Russian army loses another 1,280 soldiers in Ukraine in last day
DELTA battlefield awareness system helps Ukraine obliterate Russian equipment worth $15B
Ukraine soon to have “compelling argument” at sea - Unmanned Systems Forces Commander
SBU nabs Russian spy in Mykolaiv
Information about the Ukrainian Marines bases and hubs where weapons and ammunition are stored was of priority interest for the enemy. For the mission, the FSB remotely recruited an ex-convict who had spent almost 20 years in prison for murder and robbery, offering the man money for clandestine cooperation.
The FSB asset operated under cover, working as a courier for a local delivery company. He would travel the area to mark the locations of military assets and send sensitive data to his handler via a messenger.
The SBU detained the traitor as he was doing reconnaissance of a potential target. During the search, a mobile phone with evidence of his correspondence with the Russians was seized.
Politics
Stoltenberg to convene NATO-Ukraine Council meeting at Ukraine's request
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg will convene a meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council on Wednesday, August 28, at Ukraine’s request.
The meeting will be held at the level of ambassadors of NATO member states.
“NATO allies have delivered substantial support to Ukraine’s air defence and they are committed to further bolstering Ukraine’s defences,” the Alliance spokesperson added.
Modi confirms to Biden that he wants peace in Ukraine
Ukraine should be technically ready to join EU, NATO immediately after victory - PM
Ukraine expects to receive $300B in frozen Russian assets - Shmyhal