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Ukraine launches one of its largest aerial attacks of the war, killing at least 6 people in Russia

Ukraine launches one of its largest aerial attacks of the war, killing at least 6 people in Russia

Ukraine has launched hundreds of drones across Russia, killing at least six people

Russian drones kill a woman and 9-year-old son at home as Ukrainian civilian casualties surge

Russian drones kill a woman and 9-year-old son at home as Ukrainian civilian casualties surge

Russian jet-powered drones have struck a home in northern Ukraine, killing a 29-year-old woman and her 9-year-old son

Suspected Russian drone shot down in Romanian airspace

Suspected Russian drone shot down in Romanian airspace

BUCHAREST, Aug 16 (Reuters) - An F-18 fighter on a NATO air policing mission shot down a drone that illegally breached Romanian national airspace, the fourth unmanned aircraft shot down over the country this year, Romania's defence ministry said on Sunday.

Romania shoots down drone breaching its airspace - defence ministry

Romania shoots down drone breaching its airspace - defence ministry

BUCHAREST, Aug 16 (Reuters) - A Spanish F-18 fighter jet pilot on a NATO air policing mission shot down a drone illegally breaching Romanian national airspace, the fourth unmanned aircraft the country has shot down this year, Romania's defence ministry said on Sunday.

Russian drones kill a woman and 9-year-old son at home as Ukrainian civilian casualties rise

Russian drones kill a woman and 9-year-old son at home as Ukrainian civilian casualties rise

Russian jet-powered drones have struck a home in northern Ukraine, killing a 29-year-old woman and her 9-year-old son

Ukraine Proposes Ceasefire on Civilian Targets in Black Sea Amid Ongoing Conflict

Ukraine Proposes Ceasefire on Civilian Targets in Black Sea Amid Ongoing Conflict

Ukraine has proposed a mutual cessation of attacks on civilian targets in the Black Sea to Russia, as reported by Reuters. This proposal was delivered through a third party, and as of now, Moscow has not responded. The offer comes amidst ongoing tensions and military actions in the region. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has indicated that Turkey is closely monitoring the situation and has suggested a moratorium on military actions to both parties involved in the conflict. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko stated that Moscow has not received any formal proposal regarding a moratorium on military actions in the Black Sea.

Civilian deaths in Ukraine jumped in July as Russia hit cities, UN says

Civilian deaths in Ukraine jumped in July as Russia hit cities, UN says

By Aleksandar Vasovic Aug 14 (Reuters) - Civilian casualties from the war in Ukraine rose by nearly a third month-on-month in July, to the highest level since May 2022, as Russia struck towns and cities far from the battlefield with missiles and drones, the U.N. said on Friday.

Romania Scrambles F-16s in Response to Drone Incursion During Russian Attack on Ukraine

Romania Scrambles F-16s in Response to Drone Incursion During Russian Attack on Ukraine

Romania scrambled two F-16 fighter jets after detecting drones during a Russian attack on Ukraine. An aerial target entered Romanian airspace for approximately 10 minutes before leaving towards Ukraine. The Romanian Defense Ministry reported the incident, which occurred near the river border with Ukraine. Measures were taken to alert the population in Tulcea County, and an RO-Alert message was issued. The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by Romania due to the proximity of the conflict in Ukraine.

Exclusive-Ukraine offers Russia truce in Black Sea as food supply fears mount, source says

Exclusive-Ukraine offers Russia truce in Black Sea as food supply fears mount, source says

By Yuliia Dysa and Daniel Flynn KYIV, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Ukraine has sent Russia an offer suggesting they both halt attacks on civilian targets in the Black Sea, a source said, as both countries warned about threats to global food supplies following weeks of intensified strikes on vessels and ports.

Russia Plans to Abolish Border Zones with Occupied Ukrainian Territories

Russia Plans to Abolish Border Zones with Occupied Ukrainian Territories

Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) has announced plans to abolish border zones between Russian regions and Ukrainian territories occupied by Russia, including Crimea. The changes will affect Russia's Rostov and Voronezh regions and temporarily occupied Crimea. The FSB has prepared draft orders to invalidate existing border zone regulations, claiming the occupied territories have been incorporated into the Russian Federation. In Crimea, a border regime will be retained within the boundaries of the Black Sea islands. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected any settlement requiring Ukrainian forces to withdraw from Ukrainian territory, emphasizing the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Poland Thwarts Russian Plot to Assassinate Ukrainian-American Citizen

Poland Thwarts Russian Plot to Assassinate Ukrainian-American Citizen

Poland has successfully disrupted a Russian plot to assassinate a Ukrainian-American citizen in Warsaw, marking a significant incident where a Western leader has publicly accused Moscow of targeting a U.S. citizen. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced the arrest of a suspect allegedly recruited by Russia's secret services. This incident is part of a broader pattern of Russia's aggressive actions against its perceived enemies abroad, including activists and supporters of Ukraine. The thwarted assassination attempt highlights Russia's ongoing efforts to undermine European countries that support Ukraine, with over 200 acts of sabotage and disruption linked to Russia since the start of the war.

Ukrainian drones strike a major refinery deep inside Russia, setting it ablaze

Ukrainian drones strike a major refinery deep inside Russia, setting it ablaze

Ukrainian drones have struck a major refinery deep inside Russia, marking the fourth attack in three days