Ukrainian officials confirm that Russian troops have crossed into the Dnipropetrovsk region for the first time, attempting to establish a foothold near the villages of Zaporizke and Novohryhorivka. Ukraine denies full occupation, as fierce battles continue and diplomatic efforts stall.

Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Admits Russian Wins in Dnipropetrovsk | WION

Zelensky admits Putin's forces have entered key region of Dnipropetrovsk

Ukraine and Russia traded heavy drone assaults overnight, with both sides reporting major interceptions. Ukraine claims it shot down 76 out of 104 Russian drones, while Russia says 21 Ukrainian drones were destroyed over several regions, including near Moscow. Explosions, damage to civilian areas, and casualties were reported in Ukraine’s Sumy region. The attacks mark another sharp escalation in the ongoing war, highlighting the growing role of drones in modern warfare.

Russia Ukraine drone war intensifies: Zelensky claims shooting down 76 Russian drones

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his Independence Day greetings to Ukraine and called on India to play a more active role in securing "lasting peace" amid the ongoing war with Russia.


Russia Ukraine peace talks |  'We count on India': Zelensky sends 'heartfelt' reply to Modi

Woody Allen is facing criticism after speaking at the Moscow Film Festival amid Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. The veteran filmmaker addressed audiences, sparking backlash from critics who say the timing and venue are controversial.

Moscow Film Festival: Woody Allen Criticized For Speaking At Moscow Film Festiva

Russia deploys 'Sea Terminator' frigate armed with unstoppable Zircon hypersonic missiles with a warhead of 400 kilograms. Watch the video to know more on this!


Russia unleashes a hypersonic-missiles warship, Putin's frigate shocks rivals 

US Vice President JD Vance is facing backlash after claiming that World War II ended through negotiation—ignoring the historical fact of unconditional surrender by Germany and Japan. His comments came during an NBC interview where he defended President Trump’s approach to ending the Ukraine war. Social media quickly erupted, mocking the VP’s historical inaccuracy and questioning the credibility of his peace strategy comparison.

JD Vance's 'embarrassing' WWII Remarks |  Ukraine peace talks

Ukraine's Ambassador to India, Oleksandr Polishchuk, confirmed that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will visit India soon, but the dates of the visit have not been finalised yet. The statement by the Ukrainian president came after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended an invitation to Zelensky. The envoy said that Kyiv urges India's greater involvement in solving the Russia-Ukraine war. The Ukrainian Ambassador noted that India-Ukraine relations have improved since 2023, with both countries exploring a potential strategic partnership. He highlighted India's active engagement with Ukraine, including multiple meetings between PM Modi and President Zelenskyy at the UN.&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-talks-zelensky-modi-plan-unga-meeting-in-september-1755074101319/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-talks-zelensky-modi-plan-unga-meeting-in-september-1755074101319/embed</a>Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zelensky-calls-pm-modi-amid-trump-s-tariff-threats-over-russian-oil-sanctions-personal-meeting-ukraine-war-discussed-1754918903247">Zelensky calls PM Modi amid Trump's tariff threats over Russian oil</a>&nbsp;"The Indian Prime Minister invited Zelensky to come to India. Both sides are working on this. We expect President Zelensky to be in India, definitely. It will be a great achievement in our bilateral relationship. We are trying to agree on a precise date. We expect more Indian involvement in the peace-building process in Ukraine, definitely in the political negotiation with the Russians," Polishchuk said while speaking to ANI on Ukraine's National Flag Day. On broader diplomacy, the Ambassador stated Ukraine remains open to talks, depending on Russia’s stance and Western support. He also emphasised the US as a key ally and reiterated Ukraine’s readiness for dialogue following the Alaska meeting. Earlier, President Zelensky extended Independence Day greetings to India, expressing hope for India’s role in promoting global peace and ending the war with Russia.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-s-putin-dials-up-pm-modi-ahead-of-trump-zelensky-meeting-share-insights-on-alaska-summit-1755518537251">Russia’s Putin dials up PM Modi ahead of Trump-Zelensky meeting, ‘share insights’ on Alaska summit</a><h2>Putin and Zelensky dials PM Modi after recent US visit</h2>Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday (Aug 18) called Modi to share insights on his recent meeting with US President Donald Trump in Alaska on the Ukraine conflict. In a post on X, PM Modi affirmed India’s stance, calling for a peaceful resolution of the war between Russia and Ukraine. He also expressed his support and said that he looks forward to continued exchanges with Putin in the future. Zelensky also held a telephonic conversation with PM Modi, and the two leaders discussed the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Both leaders are also likely to hold a personal meeting in September during the United Nations General Assembly. &nbsp;&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/modi-zelensky-plan-to-meet-at-unga-is-this-a-diplomatic-signal-to-us-ahead-of-trump-putin-summit-over-ukraine-russia-war-1755063867261">Modi-Zelensky plan to meet at UNGA. Is this a diplomatic signal to US ahead of Trump-Putin summit over Ukraine-Russia war</a>

Ukrainian President Zelensky is set to visit India soon, following PM Modi’s invitation. Ties between India and Ukraine have strengthened since 2023, with growing cooperation and peace talks. Both leaders are also expected to meet at the UNGA amid broader diplomatic efforts on the war.

Ukraine's Ambassador to India, Oleksandr Polishchuk, confirmed that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will visit India soon, but the dates of the visit have not been finalised yet. The statement by the Ukrainian president came after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended an invitation to Zelensky. The envoy said that Kyiv urges India's greater involvement in solving the Russia-Ukraine war. The Ukrainian Ambassador noted that India-Ukraine relations have improved since 2023, with both countries exploring a potential strategic partnership. He highlighted India's active engagement with Ukraine, including multiple meetings between PM Modi and President Zelenskyy at the UN. https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-talks-zelensky-modi-plan-unga-meeting-in-september-1755074101319/embed Read More | Zelensky calls PM Modi amid Trump's tariff threats over Russian oil "The Indian Prime Minister invited Zelensky to come to India. Both sides are working on this. We expect President Zelensky to be in India, definitely. It will be a great achievement in our bilateral relationship. We are trying to agree on a precise date. We expect more Indian involvement in the peace-building process in Ukraine, definitely in the political negotiation with the Russians," Polishchuk said while speaking to ANI on Ukraine's National Flag Day. On broader diplomacy, the Ambassador stated Ukraine remains open to talks, depending on Russia’s stance and Western support. He also emphasised the US as a key ally and reiterated Ukraine’s readiness for dialogue following the Alaska meeting. Earlier, President Zelensky extended Independence Day greetings to India, expressing hope for India’s role in promoting global peace and ending the war with Russia. Read More | Russia’s Putin dials up PM Modi ahead of Trump-Zelensky meeting, ‘share insights’ on Alaska summit Putin and Zelensky dials PM Modi after recent US visit Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday (Aug 18) called Modi to share insights on his recent meeting with US President Donald Trump in Alaska on the Ukraine conflict. In a post on X, PM Modi affirmed India’s stance, calling for a peaceful resolution of the war between Russia and Ukraine. He also expressed his support and said that he looks forward to continued exchanges with Putin in the future. Zelensky also held a telephonic conversation with PM Modi, and the two leaders discussed the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Both leaders are also likely to hold a personal meeting in September during the United Nations General Assembly. Read More | Modi-Zelensky plan to meet at UNGA. Is this a diplomatic signal to US ahead of Trump-Putin summit over Ukraine-Russia war

Ukrainian President Zelensky is set to visit India soon, following PM Modi’s invitation. Ties between India and Ukraine have strengthened since 2023, with growing cooperation and peace talks. Both leaders are also expected to meet at the UNGA amid broader diplomatic efforts on the war.

Zelensky to visit India after PM Modi's invite: Here's what Ukrainian envoy said about the plans amid Russia-Ukraine war

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday called for direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, describing it as “the most effective way forward” amid stalled diplomatic efforts to end the war.


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Calls for Direct Talks with Putin on Ukraine I- Day 

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday that a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin would be “the most effective way forward” amid stalled diplomatic efforts to end the war, coinciding with Ukraine’s Independence Day.


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Pushes for Talks with Putin Amid Stalled Peace Efforts

Russian air defense systems intercepted a Ukrainian drone near the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant on SUnday (Aug 24), according to a report by Interfax. Despite being shot down, the drone exploded on impact, causing damage to an auxiliary transformer, the plant's press service stated on Telegram. Earlier in the day, Russia’s REN TV, a national broadcaster, reported that a fire had broken out at the plant. The fire reportedly started in a transformer unit located outside the plant’s nuclear area. According to the plant’s press service, there was no danger posed to either the facility or the public

Russia-Ukraine war: Fire breaks out at Kursk nuclear plant, oil refinery

Russia and Ukraine each sent back more prisoners of war on Sunday in the latest in a series of exchanges that have seen hundreds of POWs released this year, the two sides said.Large-scale prisoner exchanges were the only tangible result of three rounds of talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul between May and July.They remain one of the few areas of cooperation between the two countries since Russia's offensive began in 2022."On August 24, 146 Russian servicemen were returned from the territory controlled" by Kyiv, the Russian defence ministry said on Telegram.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-for-today-s-war-and-tomorrow-s-security-ukraine-s-new-flamingo-missile-is-the-gift-that-will-keep-on-giving-1756035953915">‘For today’s war and tomorrow’s security’: Ukraine’s new Flamingo missile is the gift that will keep on giving</a>"In exchange, 146 prisoners of war of the Ukrainian Armed Forces were transferred" to Ukraine, it added. Ukraine did not confirm any figures for the release.Russia also said that "eight citizens of the Russian Federation -- residents of the Kursk region, illegally detained" by Kyiv were also returned.Ukrainian forces launched a surprise incursion into Russia's Kursk region in August last year, seizing hundreds of square kilometres of territory in a setback for the Kremlin.Russia deployed thousands of troops from its ally North Korea as part of a counterattack, but did not fully reclaim the region until April.Among the Ukrainians released on Sunday were "two Ukrainian journalists, Dmytro Khyliuk and Mark Kaliush," Ukraine's Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War said in a statement on Telegram."They were illegally detained by the occupiers in 2022 and 2023," the statement added.Press freedom group Reporters Without Borders (RSF) welcomed their release, saying they had been "targeted for their journalistic work"."RSF calls for all those responsible for their abductions and the abuse they suffered in detention to be identified and brought to justice," RSF told AFP, adding: "The 26 Ukrainian media workers still held by the Kremlin must be released".Also freed was former Kherson mayor Volodymyr Mykolayenko, "who spent more than three years in captivity," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's aide, Andriy Yermak, wrote on X."In 2022, he was on the list for return, but Volodymyr voluntarily refused to be exchanged in favour of a seriously ill prisoner with whom he was sharing a cell in a Russian prison," Yermak said.

Russia and Ukraine exchanged 146 prisoners each on August 24, continuing a series of POW swaps amid war. Russia also reported the return of eight civilians detained by Ukrainian forces.

Russia and Ukraine each sent back more prisoners of war on Sunday in the latest in a series of exchanges that have seen hundreds of POWs released this year, the two sides said. Large-scale prisoner exchanges were the only tangible result of three rounds of talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul between May and July. They remain one of the few areas of cooperation between the two countries since Russia's offensive began in 2022. "On August 24, 146 Russian servicemen were returned from the territory controlled" by Kyiv, the Russian defence ministry said on Telegram. Also read: ‘For today’s war and tomorrow’s security’: Ukraine’s new Flamingo missile is the gift that will keep on giving "In exchange, 146 prisoners of war of the Ukrainian Armed Forces were transferred" to Ukraine, it added. Ukraine did not confirm any figures for the release. Russia also said that "eight citizens of the Russian Federation -- residents of the Kursk region, illegally detained" by Kyiv were also returned. Ukrainian forces launched a surprise incursion into Russia's Kursk region in August last year, seizing hundreds of square kilometres of territory in a setback for the Kremlin. Russia deployed thousands of troops from its ally North Korea as part of a counterattack, but did not fully reclaim the region until April. Among the Ukrainians released on Sunday were "two Ukrainian journalists, Dmytro Khyliuk and Mark Kaliush," Ukraine's Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War said in a statement on Telegram. "They were illegally detained by the occupiers in 2022 and 2023," the statement added. Press freedom group Reporters Without Borders (RSF) welcomed their release, saying they had been "targeted for their journalistic work". "RSF calls for all those responsible for their abductions and the abuse they suffered in detention to be identified and brought to justice," RSF told AFP, adding: "The 26 Ukrainian media workers still held by the Kremlin must be released". Also freed was former Kherson mayor Volodymyr Mykolayenko, "who spent more than three years in captivity," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's aide, Andriy Yermak, wrote on X. "In 2022, he was on the list for return, but Volodymyr voluntarily refused to be exchanged in favour of a seriously ill prisoner with whom he was sharing a cell in a Russian prison," Yermak said.

Russia and Ukraine exchanged 146 prisoners each on August 24, continuing a series of POW swaps amid war. Russia also reported the return of eight civilians detained by Ukrainian forces.

POW swap brings rare relief in Russia-Ukraine war as journalists, mayor freed

Russia has accused Ukraine of launching overnight drone attacks that caused a fire at a nuclear power plant in the western Kursk region. The incident occurred as Ukraine marked 34 years of independence, further escalating tensions between the two nations.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Accuses Ukraine of Nuclear Plant Attack, Fire Erupts | WION 

Russia claims to have intercepted 95 Ukrainian drones overnight in one of the largest reported aerial attacks of the conflict. 

Russia-Ukraine War: 95 Ukrainian Drones Intercepted Overnight, Says Russia 

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) report revealed the list of countries with the largest arms importers from 2020 to 2024. Let's have a look at the top 7 nations with the most arms importers and their top suppliers.

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) report revealed the list of countries with the largest arms importers from 2020 to 2024. Let's have a look at the top 7 nations with the most arms importers and their top suppliers.

Who buys the most weapons? Meet 7 largest arms importing countries in the world – Check India’s position

Russian President Vladimir Putin doubled down on his claim that Russia did not start the war in Ukraine.

He referred to the ongoing invasion as a "special military operation" aimed at halting the conflict, not initiating it.
Putin also stated that Russia, being the largest country by landmass, had "no need to take territory" from Ukraine — despite the ongoing occupation of Ukrainian regions like Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhia.

‘Russia did not start the war’: Putin’s surprising claim | Lambasts European countries

U.S. President Donald Trump is making bold claims about resolving the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war, but fact-checkers are calling out inconsistencies and political posturing.

In this video, we dive into Trump’s recent statements, his proposed strategies for ending the war, and how they hold up against on-ground realities. With tensions still escalating in eastern Ukraine and no meeting planned between Putin and Zelensky, Trump’s rhetoric is raising eyebrows globally.

Trump's big-talks on war resolution: Defies fact-check | Ukraine-Russia war rages on 

Tensions between Washington and Moscow are escalating again as Donald Trump threatens massive sanctions or tariffs on Russia due to stalled peace efforts in Ukraine. This comes after Trump’s recent Alaska meeting with Vladimir Putin and amid growing frustration over Russia’s strike on a U.S.-linked factory in Ukraine.

Trump threatens sanctions on Russia as Putin-Zelensky meeting stalls

Ukraine has escalated attacks on Russia’s energy infrastructure, striking the Unecha oil pumping station on the Druzhba pipeline. The move has cut oil supplies to Hungary and Slovakia for several days, raising fears of a wider European energy crisis. As Kyiv targets Russia’s war chest and Moscow retaliates against Ukraine’s grids, Europe finds itself trapped in the middle of an intensifying energy war even as U.S. President Donald Trump pushes for peace.


Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine strikes Russia’s oil lifelines, Europe caught in crossfire

Ukraine has reportedly struck the Druzhba oil pipeline for the third time, disrupting Russian oil flows to Hungary, according to Hungary’s foreign minister. A new attack on the Druzhba pipeline has halted oil supplies to Hungary, with officials calling it a serious threat to the country's energy security.


Ukraine Strikes Russia’s Oil Druzhba Oil Pipelines, Sparks Massive Fire at Fuel Depot | WION

U.S. President Donald Trump stuns observers by suggesting Ukraine should strike inside Russia.
The remark marks a major shift from his earlier calls for peace talks.
Is this a sign that diplomatic efforts to end the war are collapsing?

Trump says Ukraine must hit Russia to win war, questions peace efforts

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has alleged that Russian forces deliberately targeted an American-owned facility in Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Claims Russian Forces Hit American-Owned Plant on Purpose | WION Originals

Ukraine has reportedly struck the Druzhba oil pipeline for the third time, disrupting Russian oil flows to Hungary, according to Hungary’s foreign minister. A new attack on the Druzhba pipeline has halted oil supplies to Hungary, with officials calling it a serious threat to the country's energy security.

Ukraine Attacks Russia: Kyiv Strikes Russia's Druzhba Oil Pipeline | Russia Ukraine War | WION

Vladimir Putin is demanding that Ukraine give up all of the eastern Donbas region, renounce ambitions to join NATO, remain neutral and keep Western troops out of the country. 


Russia-Ukraine war: Putin demands NATO exit for Ukraine peace agreement talks

A Russian airstrike has struck a U.S.-owned factory in Ukraine, escalating tensions amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Amid the fallout, Russia’s Defense Minister is seen inspecting troops at the frontlines—a signaling of heightened military readiness. The attack raises serious concerns over foreign assets and prompts urgent questions about how NATO and Washington will respond to this new escalation.


Russian airstrike hits a U.S. factory: Defence minister inspects troops | Russia-Ukraine war

As the war with Russia continues, Ukrainian startups are stepping up by developing homegrown missiles and drones. These innovations are reshaping the battlefield and boosting Ukraine's defense industry.


Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv ramps up domestic missiles and drones production

Ukraine is rapidly boosting its missile and drone production with secret facilities aimed at striking deep into Russian territory. As the war intensifies, Kyiv’s military-industrial push signals a new phase of escalation.


Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine ramps up drone & missile arsenal, eyes strikes deep inside Russia

A Russian attack on an American civilian enterprise in Ukraine's Zakarpattia region injured 15 people, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said it was an American electronics manufacturer. Russia used hundreds of drones, hypersonic, ballistic, and cruise missiles in the countrywide attack, he added.


Russia-Ukraine war: Russian attack hits US electronics plant in western Ukraine 

Russia-Ukraine War: A direct meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appears increasingly unlikely. Despite speculation and signals from Washington, the Kremlin has shown no real intent to prepare for a leader-level summit. Experts say Putin refuses to legitimize Zelensky or acknowledge Ukraine’s full sovereignty, fearing domestic backlash and political contradictions. With Russia escalating attacks and demanding major concessions, any talks remain stalled making a face-to-face meeting all but impossible for now.


Putin-Zelensky meeting might never happen! Here’s why

A Russian attack on an American civilian enterprise in Ukraine's Zakarpattia region injured 15 people, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said it was an American electronics manufacturer. Russia used hundreds of drones, hypersonic, ballistic, and cruise missiles in the countrywide attack, he added.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia launches 614 missiles, hits US enterprise in Ukraine strikes 

As ground fighting grinds on, Russia has launched a new wave of aerial strikes across Ukraine, marking a shift in strategy aimed at exhausting air defenses and crippling infrastructure. The intensified bombardment signals the start of a more aggressive phase in the war, with Kyiv bracing for extended attacks and Western allies watching closely.

Russia-Ukraine war: New phase begins as Putin intensifies aerial assault

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