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.
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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.
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A forest fire, reportedly ignited by a Ukrainian drone attack near Gelendzhik in southern Russia, is threatening a luxury residence believed to be owned by Vladimir Putin. The fire, which has spread across 14 hectares in the Tyomnaya Shchel valley, followed reports from the Russian Defence Ministry of downed drones in the area. The residence is located just four kilometers from the valley, raising concerns about potential damage.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Russia appears to be deliberately recruiting individuals with serious illnesses like HIV and hepatitis for military service, despite official claims to the contrary. Evidence suggests a rise in these cases among soldiers, coinciding with recruitment efforts targeting those with health conditions, including prisoners and residents of occupied territories. Recruitment tactics include social media ads and promises of financial incentives, while those recruited often lack access to adequate medical care. This practice is exacerbated by the dire healthcare situations in occupied Ukrainian territories, highlighting a disregard for the well-being of these recruits.
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Ukrainian drones strike 1,300 kilometers deep into Russia, torching Shahed storage depots in Tatarstan, and it’s hard not to be impressed, frankly. Four years into a conflict that was supposed to be a swift and decisive victory for Russia, we’re seeing a completely different picture. We’re talking about a war that has bled Russia of manpower and resources, a war that continues to chip away at its military capabilities. To see Ukraine hitting targets so far inside Russia, particularly targeting critical infrastructure like Shahed drone storage, is nothing short of a strategic masterstroke.
The sheer audacity of the attacks is breathtaking.… Continue reading
During talks in Alaska, President Trump stated that he discussed nuclear disarmament with Russian President Putin. Trump indicated that denuclearization is a significant goal, with Russia and potentially China expressing willingness to participate. The Kremlin has yet to comment on Trump’s remarks, while Russia reportedly holds the largest nuclear warhead inventory globally. Furthermore, weeks prior to the meeting, the U.S. repositioned nuclear submarines in response to inflammatory rhetoric from former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev.
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