#Russia Ukraine War

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Russian soldiers in camouflage with 'Z' insignia and Russian flag in field conditions — illustration of GUR data showing losses exceeding monthly contract recruitment

Critical Imbalance: Russia's July Losses Exceeded Monthly Contract Recruitment — GUR Data

Politics 08/18/2026, 10:44
🇷🇺 Russia's July Losses Exceeded Recruitment: GUR Names Shocking Figures 📉 In July 2026, Russia lost at least 40,000 fighters, while only 39,000 signed contracts. 🔥 In June, losses totaled 39,000, of which 60% were irretrievable. 🛡️ There are currently 670,000 Russian soldiers on the front, but reserves are melting away. ⚠️ Intelligence warns: Putin is preparing an invasion of NATO by 2030. 🗳️ A new wave of mobilization is expected after the State Duma elections.
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Model of Russian military satellite system 'Rassvet' in a museum with Earth in the background

«Rassvet» vs Starlink: Flash reveals Russia's massive plans to create a satellite network for war

Technology 08/17/2026, 19:28
🚀 Serhiy "Flash" Beskrestnov revealed Russia's plans to create the "Rassvet" satellite network — a Starlink analogue. For this, Russia will need 12-15 launches of "Soyuz" rockets. Launches from the "Plesetsk" cosmodrome have already begun. Ukraine is striking factories producing rockets, but Russia is ahead of its own plans. 🛰️⚡️ #Rassvet #Starlink #Ukraine #Russia
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Kaja Kallas, Estonian Foreign Minister, announces new sanctions package against Russia

Kaja Kallas Announces 'Largest Ever' Sanctions Package Against Russia: What We Know About the New Pressure on Moscow

Politics 08/17/2026, 06:25
🇪🇺 Kaja Kallas announced the 'largest ever' sanctions package against Russia. 📉 According to her, new measures will increase the list of sanctioned entities by a third. 🚀 Over 1,600 companies helping Russia in the war will be targeted. 💰 The EU has already deprived Russia of €1 trillion but demands more. #EU #Sanctions #KajaKallas #Russia
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Vladimir Putin at a press conference discussing the strategy for capturing Donbas by autumn 2027

Putin's Deadline: Seizing Donbas by Autumn 2027 or Escalation of the Conflict

Politics 08/17/2026, 05:42
🚨 Exclusive: NYT learns of Putin's secret plans. The Kremlin sets a deadline for the capture of Donbas — autumn 2027. If they don't make it — will negotiations begin? 🤔 📉 In the winter of 2026-2027, Russia is preparing massive strikes on Ukraine's infrastructure. 🇷🇺 Mobilization is expected after the elections in September. 🇪🇺 Europe fears a deal between the US and Russia without their participation. Read the full analysis in our longread! 👇
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Rescuer extinguishing fire at burnt Pochaina book market in Kyiv after missile strike

Aftermath of missile strike on Kyiv: rescuers extinguish fires at the Pochaina book market

Incidents 08/16/2026, 14:52
🔥 Missile strike on Kyiv on August 16: aftermath of the attack on the Pochaina market 🚨 Russian occupiers struck the capital with ballistic missiles. The Pochaina book market was seriously damaged. 📉 Part of the market burned down completely, rescuers are still extinguishing fires. The State Emergency Service spokesperson notes difficulties due to the large amount of combustible materials. 📚 Entrepreneurs assess the damage: shutters torn off, shelves broken, books damaged. Three injured people recorded as a result of the night attack. 📍 Obolon and Holosiivskyi districts were also affected. #Kyiv #MissileStrike #Pochaina #SES #UkraineNews
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Vladimir Putin at press conference: stern gaze and pointing gesture in context of rejecting ceasefire with Ukraine

Lavrov and Medvedev: Russia Rejects Ceasefire and Insists on Ukraine's Surrender Ahead of Duma Elections

Politics 08/15/2026, 10:29
🇷🇺 Russia Rejects Ceasefire: Lavrov and Medvedev Insist on Ukraine's Surrender Ahead of Duma Elections 📉 The Kremlin refuses any negotiations that do not involve meeting Moscow's demands. 🗳️ Experts link the harsh rhetoric to the pre-election campaign for the Duma (September 18–20, 2026). 🚫 Russia rejected even proposals for a maritime moratorium in the Black Sea. 🇺🇦 Zelenskyy confirms readiness for compromises, but Moscow rejects any initiatives. #Russia #Ukraine #Elections2026 #Lavrov #Medvedev
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Sergei Lavrov rejects ceasefire, stating it would negate the legacy of ancestors

Lavrov Rejects Ceasefire: 'It Would Erase the Feats of Our Ancestors' — Russia Does Not Plan to Freeze the Conflict

Politics 08/14/2026, 12:49
🚨 Lavrov rejects ceasefire: 'It would erase the feats of our ancestors' — Russia does not plan to freeze the conflict. 🇷🇺🇺🇦 💥 Threats to intensify strikes on Ukraine's infrastructure 🤝 Kyiv's proposal for mutual abstention from strikes on civilian objects (unconfirmed) ⚖️ Contradictions between the versions of the parties 📉 US pressure on Ukraine 🔜 Conflict may enter a new phase of escalation #Lavrov #Ceasefire #Ukraine #Russia #BlackSea #USA #War
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Arrest scene in Sevastopol: law enforcement officers and military personnel near the house where the explosion occurred; police vehicles parked nearby, signs of operational activity visible

Explosion in Sevastopol: FSB Detains Suspect, Media Reports Death of Former Submarine Commander 'Zaporizhzhia' Shagayev

Incidents 08/13/2026, 16:06
🚨 **Explosion in Sevastopol: Former Submarine Commander 'Zaporizhzhia' Liquidated?** On August 13, 2026, a powerful explosion occurred on Stoletovskiy Prospect in Sevastopol. A Russian Navy officer died. 🔍 **Key facts:** • Media and Telegram channels identify the deceased as Robert Shagayev — former commander of a Ukrainian submarine who defected to Russia in 2014. • The FSB confirmed the death of the officer and the detention of a female suspect. • The explosive device was likely hidden in a trash can. 🇺🇦 Ukraine has not commented, but sources point to the work of intelligence services. #Sevastopol #Shagayev #FSB #Explosion #Ukraine
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Shahed-136 suicide drone (Geran-2) flying above clouds, illustrating the scale of Russian drone stockpiles

GUR assesses 'Geran' stockpiles: Russia has accumulated 6,200 drones for mass strikes

Politics 08/12/2026, 16:16
🚨 <b>GUR: Russia has accumulated 6,200 'Geran' drones</b> Ukrainian intelligence has assessed the enemy's UAV stockpiles as of August 2026: 🔹 <b>Reserve:</b> ~6,200 units. 🔹 <b>Production:</b> ~3,000 modified drones per month. 🔹 <b>Tactics:</b> Alternating accumulation and mass waves (up to 1,000 UAVs at once). 🔹 <b>Record:</b> 1,600 drones in a single raid (May 2026). Full breakdown of tactics and figures — in the material.
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Debris of a fallen rocket on the ground in Stefan-Voda district of Moldova

Diplomatic Scandal: Moldova Recalls Ambassador to Moscow After 'Drone-Missile' Crash in Stefan-Voda District

Politics 08/10/2026, 15:01
🚨 Diplomatic Scandal: Moldova recalls ambassador to Moscow after 'drone-missile' crash in Stefan-Voda district. 📍 On August 9, 2026, a powerful explosion occurred in the Crocmaz area. 🛸 Debris of a combat drone was found. 🚫 The MFA of Moldova condemned the violation of sovereignty. 🇷🇺 The Moldovan Ambassador to the Russian Federation was recalled for consultations. #Moldova #DroneAttack #Diplomacy #News2026
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