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Russian FPV drones overhead over the Kherson‑Mykolaiv highway as vehicles evade strikes and travelers face escalating aerial threats.

First – Ever Drone Siege in History: Russian FPVs Unfolds on Kherson – Mykolaiv Highway

Russian FPV drones have effectively created the first recorded drone siege on the Kherson‑Mykolaiv highway, striking civilian and military vehicles and forcing travel restrictions on Ukraine’s key route.

Aug 26, 2025

Volodymyr Mykolayenko embraces family upon return to Ukraine after three years as a Russian captive, surrounded by supporters and officials.

Former Kherson Mayor Freed After Three Years in Russian Captivity

Former Kherson mayor Volodymyr Mykolayenko was released after three years in Russian captivity and has returned to Ukraine, greeted by family and officials amid calls for justice. EMPR.media reports.

Aug 26, 2025

Frontline action map and strike zones on Aug 25 2025 showing Russian drone and missile assaults and Ukrainian defensive and counteroffensive positions.

Russia – Ukraine war updates: key developments as of August 25, 2025

On Aug 25 2025 Russia‑Ukraine war updates included heavy Russian drone and missile strikes, fierce ground clashes across key fronts, Ukrainian counterpressure and global diplomatic friction.

Aug 25, 2025

Fire and damage at the Nikolske oil pumping station on Russia’s Druzhba pipeline after a Ukrainian strike halted oil pumping to Europe.

Druzhba Oil Pipeline Cut: Strike on Nikolske Station Halts Russia’s Key Pipeline

Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces struck the Nikolske oil pumping station in Russia’s Tambov region, igniting a fire that fully stopped oil flows through the historic Druzhba pipeline to Europe.

Aug 24, 2025

Ukrainian Flamingo cruise missile during test launch and combat deployment, showing long‑range strike capability from Fire Point.

Ukrainian “Flamingo” by Firepoint: Exclusive Footage of Cruise Missile Tests and Combat Launches

See exclusive footage of Ukraine’s new Flamingo cruise missile by Fire Point in training and combat launches, demonstrating deep‑strike capability with a 3,000 km range against Russian targets.

Aug 24, 2025

Ukrainian frontline positions under heavy drone and air attacks with defenders repelling Russian assaults near contested sectors on Aug 23 2025.

Russia – Ukraine war updates: key developments as of August 23, 2025

Russia‑Ukraine war on Aug 23 2025 saw 143 combat engagements, dozens of airstrikes and thousands of kamikaze drone attacks as Ukrainian defenders repelled assaults on multiple fronts and inflicted losses on occupiers.

Aug 23, 2025

Explosions and smoke over Ukrainian cities during Russia’s massive missile and drone assault on Aug 21 2025, with fires and emergency response visible.

Russia – Ukraine war updates: key developments as of August 21, 2025

Russia’s massive air assault hit Ukraine on Aug 21 2025 with thousands of drones, heavy missile barrages and relentless bombardment, causing civilian damage, explosions, fires and ferocious frontline clashes — EMPR.media.

Aug 21, 2025

Russia Heavy Strikes & Frontline Clash Update | EMPR.media

Russia – Ukraine war updates: key developments as of August 20, 2025

Russia conducted heavy drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure on Aug 20 2025. Fierce frontline clashes raged in the east and south as Ukraine’s defenders repelled assaults — EMPR.media.

Aug 20, 2025

Smoke and explosions over Ukrainian frontline regions after heavy Russian missile, drone and air attacks on Aug 19 2025, with soldiers and emergency crews responding.

Russia – Ukraine war updates: key developments as of August 19, 2025

On Aug 19 2025 Russia’s war raged with heavy missile, drone and air assaults across Ukraine, fierce frontline battles, and significant losses for Russian forces amid diplomatic attention — EMPR.media.

Aug 19, 2025

Russian Strike on Kharkiv Kills Nearly a Dozen Civilians, Entire Family Among Victims

A Russian strike on Kharkiv killed nearly a dozen civilians, including an entire family, and wounded others. Rescue teams combed debris as shock rippled through the city — EMPR.media reports.

Aug 18, 2025

Russian Drone Strike Ignites Major Energy Facility Near Odesa

A Russian drone strike set ablaze a major energy facility near Odesa, sparking huge fires and threatening power stability across southern Ukraine. Emergency crews are battling intense flames as authorities assess the damage — EMPR.media.