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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 12.08.2025.
It displays 79 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
12.08.2025 ⇢ Pokrovsk Breach, Donbas Resolve
⌨Ukrainian media on August 12 intensely focused on two converging narratives: the escalating military situation in eastern Ukraine and President Zelensky's firm stance on territorial integrity amidst ongoing diplomatic discussions. Reports in the morning detailed Ukrainian drone strikes on critical Russian infrastructure, including a helium plant and oil refinery, alongside initial mentions of Russian advances near Pokrovsk. As the day progressed, the focus intensified on the Pokrovsk sector, culminating in reports of a significant Russian breakthrough, described as an "operational crisis," necessitating the deployment of additional Ukrainian forces.
Concurrently, discussions around the impending Trump-Putin summit continued from previous days, with President Zelensky publicly supporting Trump's "resolve" but unequivocally stating Ukraine would not cede Donbas. This direct counter to earlier "peace plan" proposals and "territory exchange" discussions underscored Ukraine's resolute position despite frontline pressures and lowered US expectations for the summit.
Concurrently, discussions around the impending Trump-Putin summit continued from previous days, with President Zelensky publicly supporting Trump's "resolve" but unequivocally stating Ukraine would not cede Donbas. This direct counter to earlier "peace plan" proposals and "territory exchange" discussions underscored Ukraine's resolute position despite frontline pressures and lowered US expectations for the summit.
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John Herbst, former US envoy to Kyiv, warns of ‘land-swapping’ danger, tells Kyiv Post that Trump’s rush to a summit with Putin shows the administration has ‘jumped the gun’ and is on the defensive.
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00:47⇢Trump's Summit Diplomacy Unfolds
⌨Ukrainian media maintains focus on US President Trump's diplomatic maneuvers regarding the upcoming summit with Putin, with analyses noting his "contradictory" strategy and "delay tactics" (Kyiv Post, UNIAN). Trump's intent to discuss territorial returns while having Kyiv and Moscow conclude the deal also features (Ukrinform UA). Simultaneously, reports detail active military developments, including Russian advances on key routes, Ukrainian drone strikes on a Russian helium plant, and General Staff frontline updates (Glavcom, Liga.net, Pravda).
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Очільник українського офісу GIZ Даніель Буше про грантові програми для громад та бізнесу, що реалізуються за дорученням уряду ФРН, ЄС та інших донорів
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Ahead of the Alaska summit, a Yale lab chief tells Kyiv Post the White House lacks action on repatriating 35,000 abducted children, urging Red Cross access despite Trump’s past rhetoric.
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John Herbst, former US envoy to Kyiv, warns of ‘land-swapping’ danger, tells Kyiv Post that Trump’s rush to a summit with Putin shows the administration has ‘jumped the gun’ and is on the defensive.
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Ahead of the Alaska summit, a Yale lab chief tells Kyiv Post the White House lacks action on repatriating 35,000 abducted children, urging Red Cross access despite Trump’s past rhetoric.
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06:20⇢Russia's Helium Plant Struck
⌨Ukrainian media continues to examine the upcoming Trump-Putin summit, with new reports highlighting concerns over its impact on the repatriation of Ukraine's abducted children (Kyiv Post, Radio Svoboda). Simultaneously, reports detail Ukrainian drone attacks deep inside Russia, targeting key infrastructure such as the sole helium plant for missile production and an oil refinery, which has reportedly ceased operations (Ukrinform UA, UNIAN, Pravda). Frontline updates are also provided (Glavcom).
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A Russian missile strike on a Ukrainian training unit killed one soldier and injured 23, despite troops moving to shelters after a missile warning.
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Військове командування противника докладає зусиль для ліквідації українських плацдармів на різних напрямках, вирівнювання лінії фронту та повної окупації Донецької області.
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Військовослужбовці постраждали на шляху до укриття
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Військовослужбовці постраждали на шляху до укриття
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Студентський гуртожиток із готельним комфортом, інвесторами за кожною кімнатою та дохідністю 8% – ризикований експеримент чи прибуткова ніша, яку ніхто не займав?
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HUR drones struck Russia’s only helium plant in Orenburg, 1,200 km from Ukraine’s front line, dealing a major blow to a key missile, space, and aviation production facility.
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09:23⇢Zelensky Endorses Trump's Resolve Amidst Frontline Clashes
⌨Ukrainian media continues its focus on the impending Trump-Putin summit, with President Zelensky now publicly supporting Trump's "resolve" (Glavcom) and analyses exploring the leaders' negotiation experience (UNIAN). Alongside this, reports detail ongoing combat, including a Russian strike on a training unit causing casualties (Pravda) and frequent clashes across frontline sectors like Pokrovsk (Ukrinform, Ukrinform UA, LB.ua). Ukraine also highlights a drone strike on Russia's sole helium plant (Kyiv Post).
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Liga.net
Окупанти мають відповідати за відмови від припинення вбивств, наголосив глава держави
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It’s a real penetration into Ukrainian lines definitely led by lots of infantry on foot but it’s not clear how many and where exactly they are.
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Захисники виявлятимуть і знищуватимуть ДРГ росіян, які проникають за лінію оборони, пояснив речник командування
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14:00⇢Pokrovsk Frontline Standoff
⌨Ukrainian media shifts focus to the military situation in eastern Ukraine, with reports of a major Russian advance in the Pokrovsk sector (Kyiv Post). While some sources downplay the scale of reported breakthroughs (Pravda), Ukrainian forces are depicted as actively halting enemy movements in the Dobropil and Pokrovsk directions (Ukrinform UA, LB.ua, Ukrinform). Separately, President Zelensky firmly states that any decisions concerning Ukraine by Trump and Putin must include Ukraine (Liga.net).
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Чому Saga Development перебирає повний контроль над двома спільними проєктами з Perfect Group – і хто може стати новим партнером девелопера?
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Чому Saga Development перебирає повний контроль над двома спільними проєктами з Perfect Group і хто може стати новим партнером девелопера?
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Президент вважає, що Донбас для росіян – це плацдарм для майбутнього нового наступу
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The Trump administration’s 2024 human rights report highlights Russia’s alleged execution-style killings, sexual violence, forced child deportations in Ukraine, and rising repression in Russia.
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17:53⇢Ukraine Holds Donbas Line
⌨Ukrainian media emphasizes President Zelensky's resolute stance against ceding Donbas, directly countering Russian "peace plan" proposals involving territorial concessions and NATO non-membership (Liga.net, Ukrinform UA, Glavcom). Reports also detail Russia's preparations for multi-directional offensives (UNIAN) and continued fierce clashes in eastern sectors, notably Pokrovsk (Ukrinform, LB.ua). This underscores Ukraine's unwavering resolve amid ongoing military and diplomatic pressures.
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Місцями групи росіян просунулися під Добропіллям на 10 кілометрів. Чому це – ознака оперативної кризи, хоча частину з них знищили або полонили
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State Department and White House briefing stress the purpose of the Anchorage meeting is to “see what’s possible,” not to forge a peace deal.
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22:33⇢Pokrovsk Frontline Expands
⌨Ukrainian media highlights a critical military situation, specifically noting a Russian breakthrough of up to 10 kilometers in the Pokrovsk direction, which some characterize as an "operational crisis" (Liga.net). President Zelensky maintains that Russian losses are significantly higher than Ukrainian casualties and firmly states Ukraine will not withdraw from Donbas (Pravda, Ukrinform). He has also outlined a peace plan involving a ceasefire, negotiations, and security guarantees (Ukrinform UA), while reports note lowered US expectations for the Trump-Putin summit (Kyiv Post).