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Ukraine–Russia War News

Latest verified updates on Russia’s war in Ukraine, frontline shifts, drone warfare, Western support, occupied territories, and ceasefire diplomacy.

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KEY ACTORS
Ukrainian Armed Forces (ZSU)—National military of Ukraine, defending against the Russian invasion since 2022
Russian Armed Forces—Conventional military forces of the Russian Federation conducting offensive operations
Volodymyr Zelensky—President of Ukraine
Vladimir Putin—President of Russia
NATO—North Atlantic Treaty Organization — providing military and financial support to Ukraine
ACTIVE FRONTS & FLASHPOINTS
Pokrovsk axisKursk incursion zoneZaporizhzhia frontCrimean PeninsulaBlack Sea corridor
KEY STATISTICS
CASUALTIESHundreds of thousands of military casualties on both sides (U.S. and European intelligence estimates, 2024)
DISPLACED6.3 million internally displaced within Ukraine; 6.5 million refugees abroad (UNHCR, 2024)
ESCALATIONFebruary 2022 — Full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine
Context reviewed 2025-04-01GLOSSARY →
LATEST INTELLIGENCE1,835 verified articles
Kherson's power supply falls to level of one Kyiv supermarket
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Kherson's power supply falls to level of one Kyiv supermarket

Kherson is receiving electricity at the level of a single Kyiv supermarket due to intensified Russian attacks, according to Oleksandr Prokudin, Head of Kherson Oblast Military Administration. The city may face prolonged power outages, with Prokudin noting that Russian attacks on Kherson are also serving as training for weapons deployment to other front lines.

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Ukrainian serviceman and scout Vladyslav Ilin, missing for over a year, confirmed killed in action near Pokrovsk
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Ukrainian serviceman and scout Vladyslav Ilin, missing for over a year, confirmed killed in action near Pokrovsk

Ukrainian serviceman Vladyslav Ilin, identified as "Timati" and a member of the Plast scout organization, was killed during a combat mission near Troitske village in Donetsk Oblast. He had been listed as missing in action for over a year following mortar fire and mine detonations, with his identity confirmed through DNA testing of remains.

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Russia has overtaken Ukraine in the large-scale use of AI on board drones, radio tech expert says – photo
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Russia has overtaken Ukraine in the large-scale use of AI on board drones, radio tech expert says – photo

Russia has surpassed Ukraine in the large-scale deployment of artificial intelligence directly onboard drones, according to Ukrainian radio tech expert Serhii Beskrestnov. While Ukraine pioneered AI for target analysis, Russia has standardized onboard AI for autonomous navigation and target recognition on mass-produced drones like the Molniya, posing a significant threat.

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EU says it is in constant contact with US on peace efforts regarding Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

EU says it is in constant contact with US on peace efforts regarding Ukraine

The European Commission stated on September 4 that it is in constant contact with the United States regarding diplomatic efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace in Ukraine. This statement comes amid reports of potential US negotiator visits to Kyiv, which the EU views as part of broader peace initiatives.

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Strike on Ukraine's Security Service building in Kyiv: Russian drone hits office of service's acting chief
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Strike on Ukraine's Security Service building in Kyiv: Russian drone hits office of service's acting chief

A Russian drone struck the office of Oleksandr Poklad, acting head of Ukraine's Security Service (SSU), in the SSU building on Volodymyrska Street in Kyiv on September 4. President Zelenskyy confirmed the strike targeted the SSU chief's office and instructed Poklad to deliver a tangible response to Russia.

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US envoys headed to Russia and Ukraine to relaunch mediation
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Al Jazeera
center33d ago

US envoys headed to Russia and Ukraine to relaunch mediation

US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are expected to visit Kyiv and Moscow in the coming days to relaunch mediation efforts aimed at ending Russia's war on Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed readiness for substantive negotiations, while Russian President Vladimir Putin indicated a possibility for progress and support from several countries for a peace deal.

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Russian forces strike forest administrative building in Zaporizhzhia Oblast – photos
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Russian forces strike forest administrative building in Zaporizhzhia Oblast – photos

Russian forces struck an administrative building of the Zaporizhzhia Forest Branch, damaging offices and shattering windows, though no employees were injured as the attack occurred before working hours. Despite the deteriorating security situation, the forest branch continues operations to supply firewood ahead of the heating season, having implemented new security measures including drone detectors and tracking software for employees.

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Ukraine hits Russian fuel depot, drone launch site and command posts
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Ukraine hits Russian fuel depot, drone launch site and command posts

Ukraine's defence forces conducted strikes on September 3-4 against Russian military assets, including a fuel depot in Luhansk Oblast, a drone launch site near Donetsk, command posts in Donetsk and Kharkiv Oblasts, a radar in Bryansk Oblast, reconnaissance systems in Crimea, and a relay in Kursk Oblast. These operations targeted key enemy military assets, with the extent of damage to the fuel depot currently under assessment.

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Albania bars tanker linked to Putin associate from entering port
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Albania bars tanker linked to Putin associate from entering port

Albania barred the oil tanker Hanuman, linked to sanctioned associate Gennady Timchenko, from entering the port of Durrës on August 29, 2026, according to Ukraine's Defence Intelligence (DIU). The DIU identified the vessel as part of Russia's shadow fleet, which they state circumvents sanctions and fuels the Russian war effort.

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Ukraine confirms shutdown of Russian oil refinery and strategic port after Ukrainian strikes
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Ukraine confirms shutdown of Russian oil refinery and strategic port after Ukrainian strikes

Ukraine's armed forces conducted drone strikes on August 26 and September 1, resulting in the shutdown of the Kstovo oil refinery in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast and the Novatek-Ust-Luga complex in Leningrad Oblast. These attacks targeted critical infrastructure, causing pipeline fires and oil spills, thereby halting operations at both facilities.

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EU says US has not yet made demand to return money for Ukraine aid
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

EU says US has not yet made demand to return money for Ukraine aid

The European Commission stated it has not received any formal request from the United States to reimburse aid provided to Ukraine during the Biden administration, contrary to recent claims by Donald Trump. The EU and its member states have provided Ukraine with over €220 billion, including €87 billion for military and defense capabilities.

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Visit to Kyiv by US envoys at risk due to Russian intimidation
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Visit to Kyiv by US envoys at risk due to Russian intimidation

US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are considering alternative plans for their upcoming visit to Kyiv due to Russian intimidation, with one source stating Witkoff is hesitant about traveling to the Ukrainian capital. The potential visit, scheduled for September 5-6, is reportedly being discouraged by Russian officials who claim it is dangerous, despite prior confirmation from Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.

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Russian forces attack bus in Kherson and civilians across oblast: several killed – video
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Russian forces attack bus in Kherson and civilians across oblast: several killed – video

Russian forces struck a bus with a drone in Kherson's Tsentralnyi district around 11:00, injuring a 25-year-old woman, and early reports indicate civilians were killed in the attack. Additional Russian drone and shelling attacks across Kherson Oblast injured at least nine civilians, with authorities clarifying casualty figures.

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Ukraine's European integration minister: Hungary should follow rules on opening of negotiating clusters
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Ukraine's European integration minister: Hungary should follow rules on opening of negotiating clusters

Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, Vsevolod Chentsov, stated on September 4 that while Ukraine is making progress on national minority rights with Hungary, this issue should not be linked to opening EU accession negotiating clusters. Chentsov emphasized that the process should be merit-based and that Ukraine is working on draft legislation, expressing confidence in opening clusters 2 and 3 without preconditions.

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Ukrainian border guards report increased Russian activity in Kharkiv Oblast
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Ukrainian border guards report increased Russian activity in Kharkiv Oblast

Ukrainian border guards reported increased Russian probing attacks and attempts to expand control in Kharkiv Oblast's Vovchansk and Vilkhuvatka hromadas over the past week. Despite numerical advantages and numerous assaults, Russian forces are sustaining significant losses, with Ukrainian defenders actively destroying enemy logistics and weaponry.

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Russian occupation authorities sentence abducted Ukrainian journalist Iryna Levchenko to 15 years in prison
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Russian occupation authorities sentence abducted Ukrainian journalist Iryna Levchenko to 15 years in prison

Russian occupation authorities in Zaporizhzhia Oblast sentenced abducted Ukrainian journalist Iryna Levchenko to 15 years in a penal colony for alleged espionage. Levchenko was imprisoned in 2023 and accused of transmitting data on Russian military locations and officials to Ukrainian special services.

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EU ministers to discuss enlargement and situation in Ukraine with Kyiv's EU integration official
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

EU ministers to discuss enlargement and situation in Ukraine with Kyiv's EU integration official

EU ministers will discuss enlargement prospects and the situation in Ukraine with Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Vsevolod Chentsov at an informal summit in Ireland on September 4. Chentsov will brief his counterparts on the ongoing conflict, while ministers will also discuss safeguards for the accession process and democracy, with Ireland advancing the enlargement agenda.

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Zaporizhzhia Oblast head leaves his post to lead Restoration Agency
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Zaporizhzhia Oblast head leaves his post to lead Restoration Agency

The Ukrainian Cabinet of Ministers has relieved Ivan Fedorov of his duties as head of Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration, appointing him to lead the State Agency for Restoration and Development of Infrastructure. Fedorov stated he will continue to oversee Zaporizhzhia Oblast as co-chair of the Defence Council while scaling up his experience nationally.

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Ukrainian forces post video of strike on system used to launch Oniks and Zircon missiles in Crimea
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Ukrainian forces post video of strike on system used to launch Oniks and Zircon missiles in Crimea

Ukraine's Defence Intelligence Group 13 special unit struck a Russian Bastion coastal defence missile system in occupied Crimea in August 2026, destroying or damaging two fuel tankers and a command-and-staff vehicle. This operation targeted a system capable of launching Zircon and Oniks missiles, which Russia has used against Ukraine.

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Russia attacks Ukraine with missile and 121 drones: 103 UAVs shot down or jammed
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Ukrainska Pravda
center33d ago

Russia attacks Ukraine with missile and 121 drones: 103 UAVs shot down or jammed

Russian forces attacked Ukraine with a Kh-31P missile and 121 drones launched from multiple locations since the evening of September 3. As of the morning of September 4, Ukrainian air defense systems reported downing or jamming 103 drones, with strikes recorded at 15 locations and the attack ongoing.

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