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Russian drones are flying over U.S. weapons routes in Germany, officials say, and that’s a situation that immediately raises alarms. It’s a brazen act, really. You have these unmanned aircraft, seemingly gathering intel over key supply lines that are crucial for the support of Ukraine and the broader security of Europe. The immediate question is, what’s the appropriate response? Some might say, “shoot them down.” And in a sense, that’s understandable. It’s a clear violation of sovereignty, a blatant act of reconnaissance, and a potential threat. But it’s not quite that simple.
The idea of just shooting them down raises legal and practical challenges.… Continue reading
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the outgoing Chief of the Defence Staff of the UK, discussed post-war security guarantees for Ukraine in a final interview. He revealed a common position among allies to support a ceasefire and a just peace, with discussions focused on providing security guarantees similar to NATO Article 5. Radakin confirmed that the UK and France are prepared to deploy troops in Ukraine as part of these guarantees, with a commitment to long-term support and continued efforts to rebuild Ukraine’s forces. He emphasized the devastating impact of the war on Russia and expressed confidence in Ukraine’s victory, envisioning a future of peace and prosperity for the nation.
Following overnight attacks on Kyiv, which resulted in damage to the British Council building and EU delegation, the Russian ambassador to the UK was summoned by the Foreign Office. Foreign Secretary David Lammy condemned the strikes, which killed civilians and destroyed homes, emphasizing the need for the violence to cease. The British Council confirmed their guard was injured but stable, and the organization vowed to continue operations in Ukraine. International condemnation was swift, with Germany and the EU expressing strong disapproval and calling for consequences, as Russia claimed to be targeting military sites while also expressing interest in continued negotiations.
A Russian strike on Thursday severely damaged the EU Delegation in Kyiv, escalating tensions and hindering diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine. European officials strongly condemned the attack, with the European Commission President expressing outrage and the EU Ambassador to Kyiv noting the delegation was damaged by the shockwave of a missile strike on a nearby civilian building. The attack, which resulted in casualties and widespread destruction, follows stalled peace negotiations and a recent escalation of Russian attacks despite Western efforts for a settlement. Ukrainian officials, including President Zelenskyy, also condemned the strike, calling for stronger sanctions and a global response to Russia’s actions.
On August 28, 2025, a Buyan-M class missile vessel, capable of carrying Kalibr cruise missiles, was targeted by the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) in the Sea of Azov near occupied Crimea. The DIU reported that the Prymary Special Unit employed an aerial drone to damage the vessel’s radar system. Simultaneously, special forces from the Department of Active Operations struck the hull of the Russian corvette, causing it to sustain damage and withdraw from its combat duty location. This operation follows a recent DIU report of an uncrewed surface vessel attack in Novorossiysk Bay.
Overnight on August 28th, Ukrainian forces launched a mass drone attack, targeting oil refineries and other facilities across Russia. The General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces confirmed strikes on the Kuibyshev refinery in Samara Oblast and the Afipsky refinery in Krasnodar Krai. These facilities, with significant oil processing capacities, were reported to have sustained substantial damage, including large-scale fires. Additionally, the attacks extended to ammunition depots, logistical facilities, and transport hubs, indicating a coordinated effort.
Overnight on August 28, Russia launched a large-scale aerial assault on Ukrainian cities, particularly targeting Kyiv with missiles and drones. The attack resulted in at least 14 fatalities in the capital, including several children, and dozens of injuries. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted a significant number of the incoming missiles and drones, but the attacks caused widespread damage to residential buildings, offices, and infrastructure. The city of Kyiv was targeted from multiple directions, and emergency services are currently engaged in rescue operations and damage assessment as the conflict continues.
Russia’s withdrawal from the European Convention for the Prevention of Torture has been condemned by Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry as an attempt to evade accountability and an admission of guilt regarding human rights violations. The ministry highlighted the broad documentation of Russian war crimes and the torture of Ukrainian civilians and troops, despite Moscow’s prior adherence to the convention. The decision follows Russia’s consistent obstruction of the convention’s mechanism, including barring access to detention facilities for monitoring bodies like the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture and the International Committee of the Red Cross. Ukraine has called for the immediate activation of international mechanisms to hold Russia accountable for its actions.
Moscow views NATO’s eastward expansion as a primary catalyst for its 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov voiced Russia’s opposition to European peacekeeping troops in Ukraine. This position contradicts earlier claims that Vladimir Putin would accept such a force, particularly assertions made by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
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