Russia/Ukraine War
Russia’s Battlegroup South confidently advancing after liberating Nikolaipolye in DPR
The liberation of the settlement became possible thanks to the coordinated efforts of reconnaissance units, artillery crews, and UAV operators from the unmanned systems forces
Russia to submit three UN draft resolutions opposing space arms race — diplomat
Moscow intends to submit the documents to the First Committee of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly
Russian envoy cautions US, West against triggering arms race in outer space
According to Gennady Gatilov, individual Western countries and blocs directly mention near-Earth space as "yet another field for hostilities in their documents regarding space pol…
Zelensky's office dismisses possibility of holding elections in Ukraine
Mikhail Podolyak, an adviser to Vladimir Zelensky’s office, cited ongoing hostilities, "occupied territories," and the displacement of citizens as obstacles
US Golden Dome has offensive capabilities despite defensive claims — envoy
According to Gennady Gatilov, the project envisages "the development and deployment of space-based interceptors"
Barrage of Russian strikes devastates Kyiv – video
Heavy Russian bombardment kills at least 13 people in Kyiv and surrounding regions, authorities say. Missiles strike a children’s hospital in Solomianskyi district, as well as res…
Russian military upgrade Kuryer robotic system for automatic firing at enemy drones
Further improvements to the vehicles are planned in the near future, and they will be used with machine guns to combat enemy drones at various positions
Putin has no plans for now to meet with head of Vatican's diplomatic service — Kremlin
Paul Richard Gallagher's visit to Moscow will take place from August 25 to 28
OpenAI hits brakes on training over security risks
OpenAI has said it has slowed the development of its AI models to boost the safety of its training systems Read Full Article at RT.com
Anti-War NGO Reports Rise in Forced Enlistments Across Russia
Idite Lesom said it has received a growing number of complaints from individuals who were forcibly detained and coerced into signing contracts with Russia’s Defense Ministry.
Collective Security Treaty Organization, CIS border troops drill interaction in crises
According to the CSTO, the main objective of the joint command-staff exercise was to improve coordination between border guard and other agencies of the CIS member states
North Korea launches approximately 10 missiles toward Sea of Japan — South Korean military
The Joint Chiefs of Staff stated that they "maintain vigilance for additional launches"
Aircraft dispatched by Russia’s Emergencies Ministry joins firefighting efforts in Serbia
The special Russian flight was greeted by Emergencies Ministry personnel at the Serbian Interior Ministry and local officials
Nearly 3,000 metric tons of wheat exported from Russia to Armenia via Azerbaijan — agency
Azerbaijan lifted its ban on the transit of goods bound for Armenia through its territory in October 2025
Japan begins converting ships into aircraft carriers — Chinese ambassador to Russia
For the first time, the country has re-exported Patriot missiles and begun exporting military frigates, Zhang Hanhui noted
Russia struck Kyiv overnight, killing 12. Here’s what the Ukrainian capital looks like in the aftermath of the attack.
Overnight on August 20, Russian forces attacked Ukraine using cruise and ballistic missiles and attack drones. Kyiv was the main target of the attack. According to authorities, 12…
Press review: Ukraine crisis nears peak as Israel-Turkey tensions rise over Syria
Top stories from the Russian press on Thursday, August 20th
Fyodorov's statements undermine Zelensky's position — media
The former minister's address also deepened skepticism toward Kiev in Washington, the newspaper wrote
Over 80,000 people left homeless by earthquake in Indonesia
The death toll has risen to 72
Official Who Led Wartime Asset Seizures Quietly Reinstated After Dismissal – Fontanka
Vladimir Putin reportedly intervened directly to restore Sergei Bochkarev to his position at Russia’s Prosecutor General’s Office.
Price of Brent oil up above $94 per barrel on London’s ICE first since July 24
As of 12:18 p.m. Moscow time, the Brent price was up by 2.64% at $94.04 a barrel
North Korean missile falls outside Japan’s exclusive economic zone in Sea of Japan
No damage to vessels has been reported
Each Tornado-S, Sarma projectile can be programmed with flight mission — Rostec
The manufacturer noted that these systems allowed to the vehicles engage point targets, and the warhead’s power, combined with its accuracy, allowed them to destroy even deeply bu…
Trump policy prompts US allies in Asia to seek greater self-reliance — media
Trump's actions are drawing attention not only in Seoul but across the Pacific region, raising questions about how volatile their relationship with the United States is