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.
World
aljazeera.com
18.08.2026
Russia warns UK of ‘consequences’ over Ukraine’s use of British-made drones
Ministry of Defence says it stands ‘shoulder to shoulder’ with Kyiv after Russian embassy issues statement
Finance
ft.com
18.08.2026
Ukraine hit 6 missile control points belonging to Russia
On the night of August 17 and 18, the Armed Forces of Ukraine struck a number of Russian military facilities.
Azerbaijan
report.az
18.08.2026
Official Kyiv: 12 people died in Russia's attacks on Ukraine last night
Azerbaijan
apa.az
18.08.2026
Ukraine launches over 600 drones at Moscow region
We start the programme with the latest in the Russia-Ukraine war. Early this morning, Ukraine launched over 600 drones at the Moscow region, in one of its biggest air assaults on the Russian capital.
World
france24.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
World
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
World
independent.co.uk
18.08.2026
Turkmenistan, Ukraine discuss expanding business cooperation
Azerbaijan
trend.az
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.
World
aljazeera.com
18.08.2026
Russia warned Britain: London will have to answer for the drones it sent to Ukraine
Azerbaijan
apa.az
18.08.2026
Ukraine Unleashes Largest Drone Siege On Moscow In Years
Ukraine launched more than 600 drones toward Moscow into the early hours of Tuesday, according to Russian authorities.
Politics
newsweek.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
World
theguardian.com
18.08.2026
Russia warns UK of ‘consequences’ over reports Ukraine using British drones in attacks
Ministry of Defence rebuffs threats, saying UK ‘committed to providing equipment Ukraine needs to defend itself against Putin’s illegal invasion’Moscow has threatened the UK with “consequences” after
World
theguardian.com
18.08.2026
War in Ukraine: several wounded in drone attack on Moscow region
A total of 620 drones targeted the Moscow region overnight, Russian officials said Monday, with several people wounded as buildings were struck. Moscow's mayor said that air defence units intercepted
World
france24.com
18.08.2026
Russia struck the regions of Ukraine: two people died
Two people were killed and 12 were injured as a result of Russia's attacks on the regions of Ukraine during the day.
Azerbaijan
report.az
18.08.2026
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kremlin threatens UK over Kyiv’s ‘use of British drones’ in record attacks
MoD responds by saying Britain stands 'shoulder to shoulder' with Ukraine against Russian aggression
World
independent.co.uk
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
World
independent.co.uk
18.08.2026
Russia warns UK over supplying drones to Ukraine
An MoD spokesperson responds by saying Britain stands "shoulder to shoulder" with Ukraine.
World
bbc.co.uk
18.08.2026
Ukraine plans to receive 101 billion dollars of support from the West in 2026-2027
Azerbaijan
apa.az
18.08.2026
Russian politician sentenced to 11 years for opposing war in Ukraine
Lev Shlosberg, a senior member of the Yabloko party, was sentenced to 11 years and one month in prison on Monday.
World
aljazeera.com
17.08.2026