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The U.S. Justice Department has indicted two employees of Russian state media RT for allegedly orchestrating a $10 million scheme to influence the 2024 presidential election through American social media influencers. This operation aimed to amplify divisions in the U.S. and spread pro-Kremlin narratives, marking a significant escalation in foreign interference tactics.
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Alexander Shiplyuk, a prominent Russian physicist, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for treason related to hypersonic missile technology. His conviction is part of a broader crackdown on scientists in Russia, raising concerns about the future of scientific collaboration and research in sensitive military fields.
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As of September 10, 2024, Russian forces assert control over several towns in the Donetsk region, including Hryhorivka and Novohrodivka. President Putin claims Ukraine's recent incursions into the Kursk region have not impeded Russia's military objectives in eastern Ukraine, where capturing the Donbas remains a priority.
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As of August 15, 2024, Russia's economy is grappling with significant payment issues due to Western sanctions, leading to a surge in foreign financial assets stuck overseas. The situation has intensified trade complexities with key partners like China and India, raising concerns about liquidity and economic stability.
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On August 18, 2024, Ukrainian drones targeted the Kavkaz oil storage facility in Proletarsk, Russia, igniting a significant fire. Firefighting efforts are ongoing, with over 40 firefighters injured. The incident follows a pattern of Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict.
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Since launching a surprise offensive into Russia's Kursk region on August 6, 2024, Ukraine has captured approximately 386 square miles of territory. This incursion has forced Russia to divert troops from its eastern front, impacting military operations across the region. The situation remains fluid as both sides adjust their strategies.
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As of August 21, 2024, Ukraine has reportedly destroyed three bridges over the Seym River in Russia's Kursk region, aiming to disrupt Russian supply lines and consolidate territorial gains. This offensive, which began on August 6, seeks to encircle Russian troops and expand Ukraine's control in the area.
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Ukrainian forces have successfully destroyed three strategic bridges over the Seym River in Russia's Kursk region, disrupting supply lines for Russian troops. This offensive, part of a broader incursion that began on August 6, aims to consolidate Ukrainian gains and potentially trap Russian forces in the area.
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As of August 25, 2024, Ukraine's military operations in Russia's Kursk region have intensified, with significant territorial gains reported. Meanwhile, Russian forces continue to retaliate with missile strikes across Ukraine, leading to civilian casualties and infrastructure damage. The conflict remains dynamic, with both sides adjusting strategies amid ongoing hostilities.
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On August 31, 2024, Russian shelling in Chasiv Yar killed five, while the battle for Pokrovsk escalates. Ukraine's military faces severe pressure as evacuations increase amid ongoing assaults. The situation remains dire as both sides prepare for further conflict in the Donetsk region.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kyiv on August 23, 2024, marking the first visit by an Indian leader in over 30 years. Modi met President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss defense cooperation, economic ties, and peace efforts amid ongoing tensions with Russia, coinciding with Ukraine's National Flag Day.
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As of September 5, 2024, Ukraine's military continues its offensive in Russia's Kursk region, claiming control over 1,294 square kilometers and capturing 594 Russian prisoners of war. Meanwhile, Russia has intensified its military efforts in the Donetsk region, particularly around the strategic city of Pokrovsk, leading to increased casualties on both sides.
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On August 20, 2024, Ukraine's parliament passed a bill banning religious organizations linked to Russia, primarily targeting the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC). This move is seen as a response to accusations of the UOC's complicity in Russia's invasion. President Zelenskyy is expected to sign the bill into law.
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On August 20, 2024, Vladimir Putin made his first visit to Chechnya in 13 years, meeting with Ramzan Kadyrov and inspecting troops preparing for deployment in Ukraine. This visit coincides with ongoing Ukrainian incursions into Russia's Kursk region, where Putin praised the Chechen fighters, asserting their role in Russia's defense.
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On August 21, 2024, Ukraine executed one of its largest drone attacks on Moscow since the war began, targeting the capital amid ongoing military operations in Russia's Kursk region. Russian air defenses reported shooting down 45 drones, with no casualties or damage reported in Moscow.
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On Ukraine's Independence Day, President Zelensky vowed increased retribution against Russia, coinciding with a significant prisoner exchange and ongoing military operations in the Kursk region. The day marked 33 years since Ukraine's independence from the Soviet Union amid a tense military landscape.
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On August 24, 2024, Ukraine and Russia exchanged 115 prisoners of war each, facilitated by the United Arab Emirates. This marks the first exchange since Ukraine's offensive in the Kursk region earlier this month, coinciding with Ukraine's Independence Day. The released soldiers include those captured during the defense of Mariupol.
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On August 25, 2024, a Russian missile strike hit the Hotel Sapphire in Kramatorsk, Ukraine, injuring two journalists and leaving one missing. Concurrently, Ukrainian shelling in Russia's Belgorod region resulted in six civilian deaths. The ongoing conflict continues to escalate with significant casualties on both sides.
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Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, was arrested in France amid allegations of serious crimes, raising alarms in Russia about the app's role in military communications during the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Telegram has become a vital platform for both Russian and Ukrainian forces since the war began in 2022.
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Ukraine has intensified its drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure, targeting oil depots and power stations across multiple regions, including Moscow. These strikes are part of Ukraine's ongoing military strategy to disrupt Russian supply lines and retaliate against attacks on its own energy facilities. The situation remains fluid as both sides report ongoing military actions.
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On September 3, 2024, a Russian missile attack in Poltava, Ukraine, killed at least 51 people and injured 219. The strikes targeted an educational facility and a hospital, marking one of the deadliest assaults since the war began. President Zelenskyy condemned the attack and called for immediate air defense support from allies.
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Serbian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin's recent meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin has raised concerns in the EU regarding Serbia's aspirations for membership. The EU warns that maintaining strong ties with Russia is incompatible with Serbia's EU accession process, especially after Serbia's $3 billion arms deal with France.
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Pavel Baryshev, a former deputy minister in Russia, is under investigation for allegedly forging documents to acquire a three-bedroom apartment in Moscow. The Investigative Committee claims he committed large-scale fraud, potentially facing up to 10 years in prison. This case is part of a broader crackdown on corruption among high-ranking officials.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Mongolia on September 3, 2024, despite an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant for alleged war crimes. Mongolia, heavily reliant on Russia, did not arrest him, raising concerns about international law compliance. The visit marks a significant diplomatic moment amid ongoing tensions related to the Ukraine conflict.
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On September 1, 2024, Ukraine executed a significant drone offensive targeting Russian energy facilities, including sites in Moscow. Russia claimed to have downed 158 drones across 15 regions, while Ukrainian strikes reportedly caused fires at key infrastructure, intensifying the ongoing conflict between the two nations.
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Recent Russian missile strikes in Ukraine have resulted in over 50 deaths, marking one of the deadliest attacks in the ongoing conflict. President Zelensky has called for increased Western military support as the war intensifies, with Russia ramping up its assaults amid Ukraine's counteroffensive efforts.
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On September 10, 2024, Ukraine executed a significant drone attack involving 144 drones targeting Moscow, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries. The assault caused extensive damage to residential buildings and disrupted air traffic at three major airports. This marks one of the largest drone strikes on Russian territory since the war began.