On August 19, 2026, Ukraine faced the threat of a new large-scale attack by Russian occupiers. The Head of the Center for Countering Disinformation (CDD), Andriy Kovalenko, urged citizens not to ignore air raid alarms, reporting that Russia is preparing a new strike. The expert noted that the Russian side, having chosen a strategy of attrition, is operating at the limits of its capabilities, but this does not reduce the intensity of threats to the civilian population.
Escalation in the west: drones covered 900 kilometers
The situation on the front lines and in the rear remains tense. Already today, August 19, the use of Russian jet drones in the western regions of Ukraine has been recorded. According to monitoring channels, enemy drones covered a distance of about 900 kilometers, which became an unprecedented case since the beginning of the full-scale war. In particular, Zhytomyr was subjected to an attack, where one of the drones hit the building of the Main Directorate of the National Police of the region. This indicates that Russian military forces are trying to stretch their resources and create a threat across the entire territory of the country, including remote regions.
Casualties among civilians: tragedy in Kherson
Parallel to the threat of air attacks, shelling continues on occupied territories. In the morning of August 19, Russian military forces shelled a minibus in Kherson. As a result of this barbaric attack, four elderly people died, and five more passengers were injured. Such incidents confirm that Russia continues to disregard the rights of citizens even in territories it controls, using terror tactics against its own population.
Night defense: 56 targets shot down, but there is damage
On the night of August 19, Russia carried out a massive attack, launching missiles and dozens of drones. Ukraine's air defense forces demonstrated high efficiency, destroying or suppressing 56 hostile targets. Despite this, hits were recorded in ten places across the country, leading to destruction and risk to citizens' lives. The situation requires the population to be maximally vigilant and ready to take cover at the first alarm signals.
Political aspect: why Russia sees no peace
In his statement, Andriy Kovalenko also touched upon the political background of the ongoing aggression. He emphasized that the Russian leader and his entourage ("his grandfathers") do not see themselves in peace, therefore they do not consider the possibility of stopping hostilities. The war of attrition waged by Russia is already forcing its own military correspondents and experts to admit that the country is at the limit of its capabilities. However, this does not stop the Kremlin from attempting new strikes against Ukrainian infrastructure and the population.
Contradictory data
While official sources, such as the CDD and RBK-Ukraine, report on the preparation of a new massive strike and already recorded attacks, there are discrepancies in the details. For example, some monitoring channels indicate that the number of shot-down targets may be higher than the stated 56, while other sources report a smaller number of hits. In addition, the exact number of casualties in Kherson may vary depending on the source, which requires additional verification and clarification of data.
Recommendations for the population
In connection with the threat of new attacks, Ukrainians are strongly advised to follow safety rules. It is necessary to closely monitor air raid alarms and immediately take cover in safe places. It is also important to avoid being near potential targets, such as administrative buildings and transport hubs. In case of an emergency, you should contact rescue services and follow their instructions.
