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Russian 'Nebo-U' radar on Kamaz chassis in Crimea — target of Ukrainian strike on Russian air defense

Strike on the 'Eyes' of Air Defense: Ukrainian Forces Hit 'Nebo-U' Radar in Sevastopol and a Series of Warehouses in Crimea and Occupied Territories

Incidents 08/13/2026, 21:58
🇺🇦 On the night of August 13, the Armed Forces of Ukraine delivered a powerful strike on the 'Nebo-U' radar in Sevastopol, depriving the Russian Air Defense of its 'eyes' in the sky. Fuel and ammunition depots in Zaporizhzhia and Luhansk, as well as a UAV control point, were also destroyed. The series of strikes on Crimea and the rear areas in the Belgorod region continues. 🚀🔥
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Russian kamikaze drone flies over Kyiv during the second wave of attacks on August 12, building damaged in Darnytskyi district

Second Wave: Russian Drones Strike Kyiv Again on August 12, Building Damaged in Darnytskyi District

Incidents 08/12/2026, 15:37
🚨 SECOND WAVE: Kyiv Under Attack Again On August 12, Russian occupiers directed a new group of drones at the capital. This is already the second attack of the day. 🔹 Air defense is operating in enhanced mode. 🔹 A non-residential building was damaged in the Darnytskyi district. 🔹 Earlier that day, warehouses in the Kyiv region were on fire. The situation remains tense. Emergency services are on the scene.
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Latvian Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš discussing issues with air defense and ammunition procurement

"Equipment was purchased, but ammunition was forgotten": Latvian PM admits critical error in air defense procurement

Politics 08/12/2026, 14:32
🚨 Scandalous admission in Riga: Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kučirskis stated that the country purchased anti-drone systems but "forgot" to buy ammunition for them. 🔹 Kučirskis called this a serious error by the authorities. 🔹 The media links the failure to the era of former Defense Minister Andris Sprūds. 🔹 The Prime Minister refused to name specific systems, citing secrecy. 🔹 Latvia positions itself as a leader in the drone sector, but reality refutes this status. #Latvia #AirDefense #Drones #Kučirskis #Defense
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Air defense missile system on the coast, ready to counter a massive attack using 'Zircon' and ballistic missiles

Massive attack on Ukraine: Russia deploys 'Zircon' and ballistic missiles, air defense intercepts hundreds of drones

Incidents 08/11/2026, 09:59
🚨 Massive Russian attack on Ukraine: 'Zircon', 'Iskander' missiles and 120 drones 🔹 Russia attacked Ukraine on the night of August 11, 2026. 🔹 Hypersonic 'Zircon' missiles and KN-23/Iskander-M ballistic missiles were used. 🔹 Air defense shot down 98 drones, but there are hits on 21 locations. 🔹 Main targets: Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia. #Ukraine #War #AirDefense #Zircon #News
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Anti-aircraft missile systems against a stormy sky, illustrating the topic of missile interception and Colonel Ignat's call to media not to panic

"Don't do Skabeeva's work": Colonel Ignat urges media to stop panic about unsuccessful missile interceptions

Incidents 08/10/2026, 16:26
🚨 Colonel of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Ignat urged the media to stop panic about unsuccessful missile interceptions, calling it "doing Skabeeva's work". 🛡️ The shoot-down of "Shahed" drones reaches 95%, but it is more difficult with ballistic missiles due to a lack of Patriots. 📉 Russia plans to increase the number of ballistic missiles in attacks by 3 times. 🇺🇸 Trump withdrew his promise regarding the license for Patriot production due to the risks of technology leakage.
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Polish F-16 fighter jet in flight: symbol of strengthened air defense following the Kh-101 missile incident

Poland launches SMS alert system for fighter jet takeoffs: Response to Kh-101 missile incident

Politics 08/10/2026, 15:54
🇵🇱 Poland changes the rules of the game: citizens will receive SMS alerts about fighter jet takeoffs. Warsaw is implementing a new security system following the July 30 incident, when a Russian Kh-101 missile violated Polish airspace. 🚀 The missile, launched in 2026, fell in the Lublin Voivodeship. 📱 Residents will now be informed about combat aviation takeoffs and threats from Ukraine. ⚠️ The goal is to eliminate delays in alerts and "close the system".
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UK Defence Secretary James Heappey speaking at a press event, urging allies to urgently strengthen Ukraine’s air defenses ahead of winter

"Winter is Coming": British Defence Minister Urges Allies to Immediately Strengthen Ukraine's Air Defence

Politics 08/10/2026, 05:53
🇬🇧 Wes Streeting has urged allies to urgently strengthen Ukraine's air defence before winter. The British Defence Minister stated that London is ready to provide resources and mobilize partners to supply Kyiv with missiles. ⚠️ However, the US is currently not ready to issue licenses for Patriot missile production in Ukraine, despite hints from Donald Trump. #Ukraine #AirDefence #UK
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Firefighters extinguish the aftermath of a night attack on Odesa: burnt cars and a destroyed building

Massive Attack on Odesa and Kharkiv: Consequences of Russia's Night Strikes and Infrastructure Destruction

Incidents 08/09/2026, 11:18
🚨 On the night of August 9, Russia launched a massive strike on Ukraine: more than 200 drones and missiles. 🔥 Odesa: Port and energy sector damaged, power outages, 8 injured. 🏚 Kharkiv: 4 floors of a building destroyed, 2 killed, 23 injured. ⚡ Pavlohrad: Strikes on shopping center and energy sector, children injured. 🛡 Air Defense shot down 179 drones, but 22 hits were recorded. Zelenskyy demands more air defense systems.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy against a mountain backdrop, discussing Patriot missile supplies from Germany and Poland

Zelenskyy names countries with Patriot missiles: 'Germans and Poles can help significantly'

Politics 08/08/2026, 14:42
🇺🇦 Zelenskyy names countries with Patriot missiles: 'Germans and Poles can help significantly' Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Germany and Poland hold stockpiles of missiles for Patriot systems that could be transferred to Kyiv. The head of state noted that supplies have dropped threefold compared to 2025, leading to a failure in repelling a night attack. ⚡️ Key points: • Zelenskyy called on Germany and Poland to allocate existing stockpiles. • Air defense supplies have dropped threefold compared to last year. • Ukraine agreed with the US on monthly supplies, but the shortage persists. • South Korea and Japan are not helping due to legislation.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in front of the Ukrainian flag, confirming monthly Patriot missile supplies from the US

Zelenskyy confirms monthly Patriot missile deliveries from the US: "There is an agreement, but it is not enough"

Politics 08/08/2026, 14:14
🇺🇦🇺🇸 Zelenskyy confirms: The US will supply Patriot missiles monthly, but it is not enough. 🚀 📉 Air defense deliveries have decreased by 3 times compared to last year. ⚠️ Zelenskyy: The West may be pressuring Ukraine through a shortage of missiles. 🛡️ Ukraine is accelerating the development of its own defense systems. #Ukraine #Zelenskyy #AirDefense #Patriot #USA
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