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Officials from NABU and SAPO announce uncovering of a major corruption scheme tied to inflated state contracts for drones and EW systems in Ukraine. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

NABU and SAPO Uncover Major Corruption in Drone and EW Equipment Procurement for Ukraine

Ukraine’s anti‑graft watchdogs NABU and SAPO uncover a large‑scale corruption ring over inflated contracts for UAVs and electronic warfare systems, touching MPs, regional officials and defense suppliers. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Aug 4, 2025
Explosions and smoke rise over the Russian‑occupied Saky airfield in Crimea as Ukrainian drones hit fighter jets and an ammo depot. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Ukraine Strikes the Occupied Crimea’s Saky Airfield: 5 Jets and Ammunition Depot Hit

Ukraine’s SBU drone operation struck deep inside occupied Crimea at the Saky airfield, hitting multiple Russian fighter jets and an ammunition depot in a significant blow to Moscow’s air power. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Aug 4, 2025
Aftermath of a Russian drone strike in the Odesa region showing damaged buildings, vehicles and emergency responders at night. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Odesa Region Hit by Russian Drone Strike Overnight

Russian drone strike hit Ukraine’s Odesa region overnight, damaging port infrastructure and a key Romania border crossing while injuring civilians — see Empr.media’s complete report. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Aug 4, 2025
Ukrainian defenders under heavy Russian air and drone assault on August 4 2025, with explosions and frontline firefights captured. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of August 4, 2025

On August 4, Ukraine reported intense fighting with Russian forces across multiple fronts — including massive air strikes, guided bombs and kamikaze drone waves — with defenders holding firm. Empr.media.
Aug 4, 2025
Graphic of the Russian nuclear submarine *Knyaz Pozharsky* with classified schematics and crew listings reportedly obtained by Ukrainian intelligence. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Kyiv Obtains Secret Intelligence on Russia’s Newest Nuclear Submarine Cruiser

Ukraine’s defence intelligence says it has acquired classified technical, operational and personnel data on Russia’s newest strategic nuclear submarine *Knyaz Pozharsky* — potentially compromising Moscow’s undersea deterrent. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Aug 3, 2025
Ukrainian defenders engage Russian forces near Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad under heavy fire as frontline pressure grows and encirclement fears mount. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Ukrainian Forces Near Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad Face Risk of Encirclement

Ukraine’s military warns Russian forces have pushed around Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad, threatening supply lines and raising fears of encirclement as fierce fighting grips the Donetsk front. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Aug 3, 2025
Smoke and flames rise over a Sochi oil depot after a Ukrainian drone strike sparked a fire in the Russian resort city, emergency crews respond. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Drone Strike Sparks Fire at Russian Oil Depot in Sochi

Overnight Ukrainian drone strike touched off a massive fire at an oil depot in Russia’s Sochi, briefly halting airport traffic and underscoring Kyiv’s deep‑strike capabilities. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Aug 3, 2025
Ukrainian and Russian forces exchange intense drone and missile strikes on and near Aug 3, 2025, including deep strikes inside Russia and city bombardments.

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of August 3, 2025

As of Aug 3, Ukraine and Russia traded intense strikes with Ukrainian drones hitting oil depots and military sites deep inside Russia and Russian forces launching missiles and bombardments on Ukrainian cities. Empr.media provides the full update.
Aug 3, 2025
Smoke and rubble at the site of the Lithuanian Blue/Yellow humanitarian aid warehouse in Kyiv destroyed by a Russian drone strike overnight. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Russian Drone Strike Destroys Lithuanian Volunteer Warehouse in Kyiv

Kyiv drone strike, Lithuanian aid warehouse hit, Russia Ukraine war, volunteer supply destroyed, Empr.media war news
Aug 3, 2025
NABU Director Semen Kryvonos addresses threats to the bureau’s independence and unveils “Plan B” to counter political meddling and uphold anti-corruption investigations. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

NABU Is Ready for New Threats to Its Independence: Chief Unveils “Plan B”

Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) says it has a “Plan B” to safeguard its autonomy from political interference and will make any attempted meddling public. Empr.media explains. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Aug 3, 2025
Destroyed Kherson bridge over Kosheva River after a second Russian strike, cutting off the Korabel district and halting civilian logistics.:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Second strike in a day: why the russians is destroying the bridge in Kherson

Russian forces bombed a key bridge in Kherson for the second time in a day, isolating the Korabel district and disrupting food and supplies — Ukrainian Southern Defense Forces warn of civilian impact. Empr.media.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Aug 3, 2025
Black smoke rises near the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant as explosions are reported close to the site, stoking international nuclear safety concerns. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Explosions Near Zaporizhzhia NPP Raise Fresh Safety Concerns

IAEA officials logged explosions near the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and heavy fire nearby, deepening fears for nuclear safety amid ongoing conflict at Europe’s largest atomic site. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Aug 3, 2025

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