In this series we highlight examples of media’s inaccuracies, possible consequences and ways of correction. The project is realized with the support of «Public Diplomacy Platform» and ERIM and is funded by the European Union. So, here is our first video:

In the suburbs of Odesa, a strike caused fire at a fuel and energy facility. 4/.

In Zaporizhzhia, rescuers pulled a severely burned man from a crater left by an explosion, but he later died, according to the head of Oblast military administration Ivan Fedorov. Russian forces targeted critical infrastructure in the city, leaving at least 17 people injured. 3/.

The death toll there has risen to seven, with 20 more injured. Preliminary reports say five drones hit a residential building, sparking fires across several floors. Clearing of the debris continues. 2/.

Just after the US-Russia Alaska “negotiations,” Russians launched four missiles and 140 drones against Ukraine, striking 25 locations. In Kharkiv, rescuers recovered the bodies of a 16-year-old boy and a one-and-a-half-year-old girl from the rubble 1/

Zelenskyy met European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels, stressing support ahead of talks with Trump. They agreed on a ceasefire as a basis for diplomacy, firm security guarantees for Ukraine, and stronger sanctions on Russia. Source: Zelenskyy

On the night of August 17, Russia launched 60 Shahed-type drones and an Iskander-M missile from Kursk, Bryansk, Millerovo, Primorsko-Akhtarsk, and Shatalovo. Ukraine’s air defense downed or suppressed 40 drones. A missile and 20 drones hit 12 sites. Source: Air Force of Ukraine.

On the night of August 16, Russia launched 85 drones and Iskander-M missile from Kursk, Orel, Millerovo, Primorsko-Akhtarsk, Shatalovo, and occupied Crimea. Ukraine’s air defense downed or suppressed 61 drones. A missile and 24 drones hit 12 sites. Source: Air Force of Ukraine.

Zelenskyy said Ukraine is receiving intelligence on the Alaska meeting and Putin’s plans, as well as reports of Russian strikes on Sumy, Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, and Donetsk. He stressed the war continues because Moscow shows no intent to end it. Source: Zelenskyy.

On the night of August 15, Russia launched 97 Shahed-type drones and 2 Iskander-M missiles. Ukraine’s air defense downed or suppressed 63 drones. Missiles and 34 drones hit targets in 13 locations in the north and east. Source: Air Force of Ukraine.

Ukraine is preparing to ratify the Century Agreement with the UK as early as August, President Zelenskyy said after meeting British Prime Minister Starmer. Source: United24Media

Eighty-four Ukrainians, both military and civilian, returned from Russian captivity, Zelenskyy said. Most need medical care. Among them are Mariupol defenders and civilians held since 2014–2017. Ages range from 26 to 74. Many have health issues. Source: Suspilne

On the night of August 14, Russia launched 45 Shahed-type drones and 2 S-300/400 missiles. Ukraine’s air defense downed or suppressed 24 drones. Twenty-one drones hit targets in 12 locations in the north and east; missiles struck Sumy region. Source: Air Force of Ukraine.

On the night of August 13, Russia launched 49 Shahed-type drones and 2 Iskander-M/KN-23 missiles. Ukraine’s air defense downed or suppressed 32 drones and both missiles. Seventeen drones hit targets in 15 locations in the north and east. Source: Air Force of Ukraine.

Russian forces attacked a gas compressor station in Odesa region near the Romanian border overnight. It supplied gas from Greek LNG terminals via the Trans-Balkan pipeline. Dozens of drones were used. Damage is being assessed. Source: Suspilne.

Nine people were hospitalized after a Russian strike on a recreation center in Zaporizhzhia region. Two children were among the injured; one is in serious condition. All victims are receiving medical care, said Fedorov. Source: United24Media

On the night of August 7, Russia launched 112 Shahed-type drones from Kursk, Primorsko-Akhtarsk, and occupied Crimea. Ukraine’s air defense downed or suppressed 89. Twenty-three drones hit targets in 11 locations. Debris fell in 3. Source: Air Force of Ukraine.

CORRECTION: the day of remembrance is July 28, not July 29.

The Olenivka massacre remains one of the clearest examples of a Russian war crime during the full-scale invasion. 4/

Ukraine now marks July 29 as a national day of remembrance for defenders killed or missing in Russian captivity. 3/

Independent analyses have ruled out Ukraine’s involvement. All evidence points to a deliberate act by Russia. Three years later, there has been no investigation, no accountability, and no justice. 2/