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Russian forces struck an ambulance with a drone in Kupiansk, according to the Kharkiv regional prosecutor’s office. Two medics, aged 56 and 43, were injured in the attack.

A Russian missile struck a historic Jewish cemetery in Pervomaisk, Mykolaiv region. Ukraine’s Chief Rabbi Moshe Reuven Asman said the strike hit the center of the cemetery, damaging many graves.

Marco Rubio will lead talks on U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine, with Trump now likely backing a proposal that includes American air support. After months of hesitation, Washington is stepping in to shape a post-war security framework. Work on the plan begins this week with all partners.

Operators of the border unit “Phoenix” destroyed a Russian Grad launcher loaded with a full ammo set as it was moving to a firing position. They also took out a 2S1 Gvozdika howitzer and damaged three tanks, a BMP-2, and an armored combat vehicle.

The U.S. has deported the first Ukrainian refugees, according to Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

This is how the Russian fuel train burned today in Zaporizhzhia. Sternenko shared footage of FPV drone strikes on a fuel convoy, finished off by Ronin operators from the 65th Separate Mechanized Brigade working with nearby units.

NATO military chiefs will meet on Wednesday to discuss Ukraine. The alliance’s Military Committee has called a regular session of chiefs of defense. U.S. General Dan Caine will join the meeting virtually, according to a Reuters source.

Will or won't. What is it, Donald?

Trump says Putin might not want peace, yet claims a deal isn’t far off. As Zelensky hails progress after their summit, the Kremlin remains silent—and the bombs keep falling.

During his call with Trump, Putin reportedly proposed a meeting with Zelensky in Moscow, according to AFP.

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Russians confirm: Around 06:30 this morning, a drone strike hit a Russian fuel train near Ostrykivka, Zaporizhzhia region. Several cars were damaged, and the aftermath shows heavy fire. The number of injured is still being clarified.

Trump says Zelensky should show flexibility on territorial compromises. He added that Ukraine will get “a lot of land,” that NATO membership was always unacceptable to Russia, and ruled out sending US troops. He also called Russia a powerful military state, “whether people like it or not.”

Ukraine has recovered the bodies of 1,000 fallen soldiers. Among them, tragically, are five who died while in captivity.

Politico calls it a bad day for Putin. Trump's statement supporting U.S. participation in Ukraine's security guarantees marked the biggest breakthrough of the White House meeting—until now, Washington left that role to Europe.

Macron says that if negotiations fail, Trump is likely to tighten sanctions against Russia, including introducing secondary tariffs.

We've heard this before.

Close-up of the Russian train, carrying fuel. Hit by multiple FPV drones setting it ablaze.

A Russian fuel train was blown up between Urozhaine and Tokmak. Several wagons derailed and caught fire. The fuel was intended for Russian forces on the Zaporizhzhia axis.

There will be no sharp reduction of the army after the war, says Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal. Ukraine’s main security guarantee remains strong armed forces, and any downsizing will happen gradually.

Kremenchuk was covered in smoke after one of the most massive attacks on the city. Drones, ballistic and cruise missiles were all used. Administrative buildings of local energy sector enterprises were hit, and gas storage facilities in Poltava region were also struck.

Overnight August 18–19, Russia launched 280 air targets at Ukraine: 270 Shahed drones, 5 Iskander-M missiles, and 5 Kh-101 cruise missiles. Air defense, EW units and mobile fire groups shot down/suppressed 236 of them — including 230 drones, 2 Iskanders and 4 Kh-101s.

Russian losses per 19/08/25 reported by the Ukrainian General Staff

+890 men
+66 artillery
+1 MLRS
+209 UAVs

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So much for Russia’s “peace.” Tonight: 35–40 drones over Poltava toward Kirovohrad/Cherkasy, 5 from Sumy, 5 from Dnipropetrovsk, 2 from Chernihiv toward Kyiv, 15 from Kharkiv toward Poltava—plus 2 strategic bombers airborne from Olenya, likely with cruise missiles.

Presidential spokesman Serhii Nykyforov said the meeting has formally ended, but leaders remain at the White House to continue negotiations, possibly in a different format.

Suspilne reports that the meeting between Zelenskyy, Trump, and European leaders at the White House has concluded, according to its sources.

A short meeting.

BILD reports that Trump allegedly interrupted talks with European leaders to call Putin. The negotiations are expected to resume afterward.

A private remark by Trump to European leaders was inadvertently recorded: “Putin wants to make a deal. You understand? As crazy as it sounds!”

A deal yes, on his terms.

Former US Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder told POLITICO that Trump isn’t the peacemaker he pretends to be. His foreign policy is shaped by chasing a Nobel Prize, built on the false idea that peace just means “stop fighting.” Daalder says Trump’s claims of ending six wars are exaggerated at best

The Druzhba oil pipeline is down — pumping halted indefinitely. Ukraine’s 14th UAV Regiment struck the Nikolskoe pumping station in Russia’s Tambov region, leaving it burning. As commander Magyar put it: the most effective sanctions delivered by Ukrainian drones.

Trump said a resolution on Ukraine’s security guarantees will be reached today. Macron stressed Europe’s security is at stake, Starmer called for protections like UN Article 5, Meloni backed a NATO-style model, while Merz voiced hope for a ceasefire soon.

The meeting behind closed doors started.

After the group photo, European leaders began talks with Trump and Zelensky. Trump’s key remarks: “A very successful day so far… we will work on trilateral cooperation between the US, Ukraine and Russia.”

He added Putin agrees Ukraine must have security guarantees, and a peace deal could come soon