An investigation conducted by CNN showed that the Russian theory of an explosion in the Olenivska prison, which killed Ukrainian prisoners of war, is trumped-up, and a HIMARS strike has nothing to do with it.
After a six-day halt, Russian oil flows via the Southern Druzhba pipeline resumes as Hungary’s MOL settled an outstanding bill owed by Russia's oil pipeline operator to the Ukrainian authorities.
Russian oil deliveries through the Southern Druzhba pipeline supplying Hungary, Slovakia and the Czech Republic have been halted since 4 August due to issues relating to transit fees.
The "authorities" in Crimea have confirmed explosions near Novofedorivka, where a Russian military airbase is located, with ambulances rushing to the scene.
Russian forces launched 27 strikes on Donetsk region on August 8, killing and injuring civilians, including a child. A school, a humanitarian aid distribution point and civilian houses came under enemy fire.
Sanctions against the entire nuclear industry of the Russian Federation must be adopted as soon as possible, including due to Russian threats against the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.