At least five killed in Russian air attacks on Ukraine
Russia's Defence Ministry says 453 Ukrainian drones were downed overnight in various regions.
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aljazeera.com
19.08.2026
Ousted Ukraine defence minister challenges Zelensky's leadership
Ukraine’s ousted Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov called Tuesday for elections to be held even as the war against Russia continues, saying the country was gripped by a crisis of governance. The move
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france24.com
19.08.2026
Ukraine’s sacked defence minister calls for wartime elections
Ukraine’s sacked defence minister calls for wartime elections
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aljazeera.com
19.08.2026
Fresh Ukraine corruption probe adds to pressure on Zelenskyy ahead of key vote – Europe live
Investigation into unnamed lawmakers comes hours before parliament is due to to vote on successor to Mykhailo Fedorov as he calls for electionsDefence and security editorArtem Bronzhukov, a Ukrainian
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theguardian.com
19.08.2026
LG Energy may supply batteries for U.S. drones in pivot to defense
The potential shift highlights broader moves by commercial companies as Washington pushes to replenish munitions used in the Iran and Ukraine wars.
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japantimes.co.jp
19.08.2026
Ukraine's fired defense minister calls for elections despite war with Russia
The former defense minister, whose firing sparked weeks of protests, said Ukraine needed to find a way to hold elections despite the prolonged war with Russia.
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cbsnews.com
19.08.2026
Ukraine’s ousted defence minister calls for elections during war
Mykhailo Fedorov's call is first such demand by a major Ukrainian political figure since Russia's full-scale invasion.
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aljazeera.com
19.08.2026
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Russians ‘withdraw billions’ from banks amid fears Putin could seize money
The withdrawals are causing liquidity problems in Russia, a senior finance official said
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independent.co.uk
19.08.2026
Sacked Ukrainian defence minister calls for presidential election
Martial law has been in place in Ukraine since February 2022, under which elections are suspended.
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bbc.co.uk
19.08.2026
Russia reports Ukrainian drone strike near Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant
Concern over the security of Europe's largest nuclear plant has been rife since Russia launched its full-scale war.
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aljazeera.com
18.08.2026
Russian missile strike kills 10 civilians in Kharkiv
A Russian missile strike on Pechenihy, in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, killed at least 10 civilians and wounded 17 others.
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aljazeera.com
18.08.2026
‘We Won’t Be Bullied’: U.K. Responds to Russian Threat Over Ukraine Drone Support
After the Russian Embassy in the U.K. issued a threat, the British government doubled down on its support for Ukraine.
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time.com
18.08.2026
Why is Russia threatening UK with ‘consequences’ over Ukraine drones?
Russia is suffering attacks inside its own territory as long-range drones strike its strategic assets.
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aljazeera.com
18.08.2026
How Hayden Panettiere became an unexpected champion for Ukraine after relationship with Wladimir Klitschko
Panettiere and Klitschko dated on-and-off for nine years between 2009 and 2018
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independent.co.uk
18.08.2026
Deaths mount, trauma sets in as Russia ramps up missile attacks on Ukraine
Ukrainian families mourn their loved ones as experts lament Washington's elusive promises of military support.
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aljazeera.com
18.08.2026
Ukraine, Russia trade strikes; Wildberries site hit again
Ukriane reported 10 dead in a missile strike in the northeastern Kharkiv oblast near the border. Russia, meanwhile, reported more than 600 drones approaching the Moscow area and warned the UK on suppy
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dw.com
18.08.2026
Russia fires top economist after warning over Ukraine war costs: ‘We are falling behind’
The economist’s claims come as Ukraine has repeatedly attacked Russia’s oil refineries and largest retailer Wildberries this summer
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independent.co.uk
18.08.2026
Top Russian economist ousted after warning of growing costs of Ukraine war
Andrey Klepach, top economist at Russia's state development bank VEB, had warned Russia was lagging behind rivals.
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aljazeera.com
18.08.2026
Ukraine launches over 600 drones at Moscow and surrounding areas – Europe live
Russian-controlled regions, including the occupied Crimea, also reported heavy attacksMoscow has threatened the UK with “consequences” after reports that British drones have been used to strike target
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theguardian.com
18.08.2026
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kremlin threatens UK over Kyiv’s ‘use of British drones’ in record attacks
The attack on the rocket fuel plant was part of what Moscow says was Kyiv’s largest drone attack of 2026
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independent.co.uk
18.08.2026