President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed a high-ranking Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) official responsible for state secrets protection following a reported shootout between SBU and Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) forces in Kyiv, and has announced further personnel decisions. The incident is linked to the alleged 'kidnapping' of Stepan Kaplunov, Deputy Commander of the Russian Volunteer Corps (RDK) for Combat Work, who later described his secret detention. Ukrainian authorities also…

NV: Zelensky Dismisses SBU Official After Kyiv Shootout

Following a shooting incident involving security forces in Kyiv, President Zelensky has dismissed a high-ranking official from the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) responsible for state secrets protection.

Українська правда: Video shows shootout between SBU and HUR in Kyiv

Footage has emerged depicting a shootout between Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) and the Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) in Kyiv.

Українська правда: Shootout between HUR and SBU: Zelensky announces personnel decisions

Following the shootout between Ukraine's intelligence agencies HUR and SBU, President Zelensky has announced that personnel changes will be made.

NV: Interview with Kaplunov from RDK on 'Kidnapping' and SBU-GUR Rivalry

An interview with a figure named Kaplunov from the Russian Volunteer Corps (RDK) details his alleged 'kidnapping,' a shootout, and the historical rivalry between Ukraine's SBU and Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR).

Liga.net: Kaplunov from RDK on 'kidnapping': 'Disappear completely' and 'dig a hole'.

Kaplunov from the Russian Volunteer Corps (RDK) shares his version of events regarding a 'kidnapping,' using phrases like 'disappear completely' and 'dig a hole,' suggesting internal conflict or deception within the group.

Liga.net: Russia was planning a terrorist attack against the deputy commander of the…

The Security Service of Ukraine stated that, in cooperation with the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense, it had foiled a terrorist attack that the FSB was planning against one of the leaders of a Russian opposition political national movement. A source LIGA.net within law enforcement agencies reported that the individual in question is Stepan Kaplunov, deputy commander of the Russian Volunteer Corps.

Hromadske: RDK deputy commander describes secret detention amid SBU-HUR standoff

Stepan Kaplunov spoke about his abduction in Kyiv, the interrogations he underwent, and allegations of ties to the Russian FSB.

Новини Миколаєва сьогодні: Kidnapping, a night raid and fire on soldiers: two versions of the conflict…

The circumstances of the incident were recounted by the lawyer of deputy commander of the Russian Volunteer Corps and fighter of the GUR special unit “Timur”, Stepan Kaplunov — Taras Borovskyi. According to the defender, as early as August 23 SBU officers allegedly detained Stepan Kaplunov, after which his whereabouts remained unknown for several days. The RDK had earlier also reported that their fighter had been kidnapped by unknown persons.

Russian forces have launched new attacks, damaging a residential high-rise in Odesa and injuring 17 people. A major pharmaceutical warehouse near Kyiv was also struck, with potential losses in the billions. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported destruction across 13 regions and stated that Russia has no plans to de-escalate. Ukraine is also implementing new 'yellow' and 'red' air raid alerts, while experts discuss Russia's new tactic of using jet drones to exhaust air defense systems.

Українська правда: Odesa apartment building damaged by Russian attack, 17 injured

A residential high-rise building in Odesa was damaged as a result of a Russian attack, with 17 people injured in the incident.

TSN.ua: Putin Terrors Kyiv and Threatens New Strikes, Ukraine Prepares Response: Are…

The article discusses Russian President Putin's threats of new strikes on Kyiv and Ukraine's preparations for a response, questioning the possibility of peace talks amidst the ongoing escalation of the war.

Українська правда: Russia hit Ukraine's largest pharma warehouse near Kyiv, losses may reach…

Russian forces struck Ukraine's largest pharmaceutical warehouse near Kyiv, with potential losses estimated in the billions.

Українська правда: Zelensky: Russia does not plan to reduce escalation, destruction in 13 regions…

President Zelensky stated that Russia has no intention of de-escalating, citing destruction across 13 regions in a single night.

Liga.net: 'This winter, the greatest fear should not be drones.' Flesch on what Russia…

Expert Flesch discusses the upcoming winter threats, suggesting that the primary concerns extend beyond drones and detailing Russia's further preparations and potential strategies against Ukraine.

TSN.ua: Strike on 13 Regions of Ukraine: Zelensky Reveals Consequences of Massive Attack

President Zelensky has disclosed the aftermath of a large-scale attack that affected 13 regions across Ukraine.

TSN.ua: Russia Massively Attacked a Lyceum and Warehouses in One of Ukraine's Cities…

A Russian attack targeted a lyceum and warehouses in a Ukrainian city, resulting in fires and casualties.

Українська правда: Zelensky: Ukraine will have 'yellow' and 'red' alerts, sounding differently

President Zelensky announced that Ukraine will implement 'yellow' and 'red' air raid alerts, which will have distinct sound patterns.

Українська правда: Russian attacks caused power outages in five regions, restrictions in Odesa…

Russian attacks have resulted in power outages affecting people in five Ukrainian regions, with additional restrictions in the Odesa region.

TSN.ua: Why Are Jet Drones So Hard to Shoot Down: An Anti-Aircraft Gunner Explains the…

An anti-aircraft gunner discusses the difficulties in intercepting jet-powered drones and the challenges they pose to Ukraine's air defense systems.

TSN.ua: Russia Is Bombarding Ukraine with Jet Drones: WP Reveals New Tactic to Exhaust…

According to The Washington Post, Russia is employing a new strategy of using jet drones to exhaust Ukraine's air defense systems.

The Ukrainian parliament's (Verkhovna Rada) failure to support decisions vital for cooperation with the IMF is risking $30 billion in funding and could precipitate a budget crisis. Amidst these financial concerns, there's a trend of citizens hoarding essential food items. Separately, an investigation has uncovered issues at Sense Bank regarding 150 million [currency not specified] and the powers of Mykola Hladyshenko, the former chairman of the supervisory board, were terminated due to…

Liga.net: Bend the Rada. How deputies are pushing Ukraine towards a budget crisis.

The Ukrainian parliament (Verkhovna Rada) has failed to support necessary decisions for cooperation with the IMF, risking Ukraine's access to $30 billion in funding and potentially triggering a budget crisis.

Hromadske: Everyone is hoarding, and I am hoarding. What to know before buying grains and…

This article discusses the current trend of people hoarding essential food items like grains and oil, providing advice on what consumers should consider before engaging in such practices.

Українська правда: Zelensky proposes Head of Zaporizhzhia OVA Fedorov to lead Recovery Agency

President Zelensky has suggested that the Head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional State Administration, Fedorov, should take charge of the Recovery Agency.

Liga.net: 'Sense Bank has only the beginning of problems.' What the TSK found out about…

An investigation by a temporary investigative commission (TSK) has uncovered issues at Sense Bank concerning 150 million [currency not specified] and potential involvement of Gladyshenko, indicating ongoing financial troubles.

UA.NEWS: The NBU has terminated the powers of Gladyshenko, chairman of the supervisory…

The National Bank of Ukraine's Committee on Banking Supervision and Regulation has ruled that Mykola Gladyshenko, chairman of the supervisory board of Sens Bank, does not meet the independence requirements established by law. According to him, this means that Mykola Hladyshenko can no longer serve as a member of the bank's supervisory board, and his powers must be terminated.

Ground News: The Government Terminated the Powers of the Chairman of the Supervisory Board…

The government has terminated the powers of the chairman of the supervisory board of Sense Bank, Hladyshenka. Mykola Hladyshenka has been dismissed from the position of chairman of the supervisory board of Sense Bank.

Ground News: Ex-head of Sense Bank supervisory board explained origin of payments in Midas…

Former chairman of the supervisory board of state-owned Sense Bank Nikolai Gladyshenko said that 150 million UAH in cash, which appear in NABU's investigation into the legalization of funds for posting bail for one of the participants in the Midas case, were not deposited into the bank. According to him, the money was credited to Sense Bank clients' accounts via non-cash transfers from other banks. Gladyshenko also claims that allegations of possible "manual" interference with the bank's automated systems are not confirmed by technical expertise.

Ukrainian news: Cabinet dismisses Sense Bank supervisory board chair Hladyshenko

The Cabinet of Ministers has dismissed Sense Bank supervisory board chairman Mykola Hladyshenko.Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi announced this in Telegram, Ukrainian News Agency reports.

The New Voice of Ukraine: Sense Bank supervisory board chair fired

The Cabinet has terminated the authority of Mykola Hladyshenko, chairman of the supervisory board of state-owned Sense Bank, Prime Minister Sergii Koretskyi said on Aug. 21. The move comes days after the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) published an investigation that implicated Sense Bank in a money laundering scheme involving several state officials.