RUSSIAS WAR AGAINST UKRAINE
ZSU counteroffensive: the situation at the junction of two Russian armies
The Armed Forces of Ukraine are conducting counterattacks at the junction of the operational zones of the Russian ‘Center’ and ‘Vostok’ troop groupings. As a result of offensive operations in the Velyka Novosilka direction, Ukrainian troops managed…
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Prankster interrupts online meeting of Russia’s Ministry of Industry and Trade and Rosaviatsia on UAV production
Ukrainian prankster Yevhen Volnov joined a video conference of Russian agencies dedicated to the development of drone technologies. After identifying himself as an SBU employee, the event was immediately terminated.
Defense companies in Britain warned of Russian espionage threat
The UK has issued an official warning to defense industry companies due to the heightened risk of Russian espionage and sabotage. Special attention is being paid to firms that manufacture and supply arms to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
RF Increases Use of Jet-Powered Shahed Drones: Over 2,500 Units Launched in August
Russia has significantly increased the intensity of its use of jet-powered Shahed drones against Ukraine, deploying them almost immediately after they are assembled at factories. In August, the number of drones used exceeded 2,500 units.
Ukrainian Defense Forces strike oil refinery and Yeysk airfield on August 30
On the night of August 30, 2026, Ukrainian forces attacked a series of strategic facilities within the territory of the Russian Federation. An oil refinery, a drone base, and a military airfield were among the targets.
12,311 tanks destroyed since the start of the war — enemy combat losses as of August 30, 2026
Total combat losses of the enemy since the beginning of the full-scale invasion have exceeded 1.48 million personnel, with 12,311 tanks destroyed. Over the past day, 1,400 Russian soldiers, 1,963 drones, and 59 artillery systems were lost.
