Russian-Ukrainian war
Some Oleshky residents unable to evacuate report lack of information and fear of Russian filtration
The situation in the occupied Oleshky "hromada", a local government area that includes one or more nearby settlements, remains dangerous. She reported that after the ceasefire ended, a drone strike reportedly killed a former headteacher, Kostiantyn Melnyk, based on information the administration received
Russia deploys foreign fighters in Huliaipole assaults, Ukrainian military says
After arriving in Russia, recruits have their documents and mobile phones confiscated, their ability to communicate restricted, and are later sent to the front line
Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland urge EU to end investment treaties with Russia
Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland called on the European Commission, alongside member states, to develop a joint plan to resolve the issue in line with the EU’s sanctions policy regarding Russia
Landmines and other explosive items have killed 510 people in Ukraine since full-scale invasion
Since the start of the full-scale war, landmines and other explosive ordnance have killed 26 children: 25 boys and one girl. A further 145 children have been injured – 125 boys and 20 girls
Jammed, then struck: how Bakhmut’s Free Radio reinvented itself as a watchdog
Anastasiia Shybiko, co-founder and director of Free Radio, told ZMINA how the outlet continues to operate without its radio broadcasts, how it prompts officials and government representatives to correct their mistakes, and how it pushes local authorities in Donetsk Oblast to become more transparent and responsive to residents
Bodies of at least 42 people recovered from rubble of school destroyed by Russian strike in Komyshuvakha
Law enforcement officials reported that search and rescue operations at the site of the destroyed school are continuing
Russians target critical nuclear power infrastructure during massive missile and drone attack
Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal described the attack as a serious escalation and called on international partners to respond to strikes on the infrastructure that ensures the stable operation of Ukrainian nuclear power plants
Russian forces have killed about 120 Ukrainian clergy members since Russia launched its full-scale invasion, Zelenskyy says
According to data from the Ministry of Culture of Ukraine, Russia's full-scale aggression had damaged or destroyed 2,138 cultural heritage sites by the end of August 2026. Of these, 47 were completely destroyed
Amnesty International calls on Russia to end its systematic attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure
During the winter of 2025–2026, the Russian Armed Forces carried out at least 423 attacks on electricity infrastructure and 74 strikes on heating facilities, according to UN monitoring
More than 50 Ukrainian journalists urge colleagues to maintain war coverage
The media workers criticised publications that describe Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries as "madness," while Russian attacks on schools, hospitals and residential neighbourhoods do not receive proper attention
Russian strikes on aid distribution site and shelter in Komyshuvakha kill at least 26 (updated)
Zelenskyy emphasised that the Russian military knew about the regular distribution of humanitarian aid at that location. He viewed the attack as evidence that Russia does not seek an end to hostilities
Two killed in Russian attack on Vinnytsia region
Тhe strike hit between a dormitory and an educational institution
Russia sentences Crimean Tatar Diana Havryliuk to 12.5 years over alleged donation to Ukraine’s military
The ruling was handed down by the Oktyabrsky District Court of Krasnodar in Russia. The court also imposed a fine of 150,000 roubles (about $1,860 or €1,670) and 1.5 years of restriction of liberty following the end of her prison term
Bodies of 47 civilians from Oleshky moved to occupied Henichesk, Kherson Oblast
The circumstances of these people's deaths and the reasons why their bodies were stored in the hospital basements for a long time are currently unknown
Human rights advocates call for increased pressure to free imprisoned Ukrainian journalists
Human rights advocates and civil society organisations are calling for increased international pressure to secure the release of Ukrainian journalists held in Russian captivity, some of whom are in critical condition. Advocates and journalists’ organisations are working with international partners, including the European Union and Türkiye, to facilitate their release, a ZMINA journalist reported from […]
Five hours along a mined road: How a family escaped the blockade of Oleshky and is returning to normal life
Vitalii told ZMINA about life in Oleshky, where hunger had gripped the town for months, as well as his family’s escape from the blockaded town and their recovery in Ukrainian-controlled territory.
Russian drone strike on Dnipro railway station kills 14 and injures 13
Six people are in serious condition, including an 11-year-old boy. All those seriously injured have multiple shrapnel wounds. A 40-year-old man has had both legs amputated. Doctors are fighting to save people's lives
Italian political scientist Antonio Stang calls for release of jailed Crimean Tatar journalist Amet Suleimanov
Suleimanov was a video reporter for the Crimean Solidarity civic initiative in Bakhchysarai. Health problems meant he mostly documented court hearings, particularly trials of Crimean Tatars
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“Reaching an agreement with the US on what we disagree on”: What the campaign against ICC means for Ukraine
ICC must remain free from political pressure to bring justice to victims of world’s gravest crimes
Only 5% of those responsible for deporting Ukrainian children face global sanctions
