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UkrainePublished: 18 August 2026 at 11:58

Russian Strike on Kharkiv Region Village Kills 10

Russian forces struck the village of Pechenihy in the Kharkiv region, killing 10 people and wounding 17. Ukrainian intelligence believes the Kremlin does not plan to sign a peace agreement this year.

Foto: LSM (rus)

Russian troops carried out a strike on the village of Pechenihy in Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv region, killing at least 10 people and injuring 17 others.

Ukrainian intelligence officials have stated that the Kremlin does not intend to sign a peace agreement with Ukraine this year, suggesting the conflict is set to continue for the foreseeable future.

Threats against the UK

Moscow has issued threats toward the United Kingdom over its supply of drones to Ukraine, expressing displeasure with Western military assistance to Kyiv.

Expansion of drone launch sites

Reports also indicate that Russia is expanding areas designated for launching long-range drones. Observers suggest this may signal Moscow's intent to intensify strikes on Ukraine and possibly prepare for potential confrontation with NATO countries.

Taken together, these developments point to Russia maintaining military pressure on Ukraine while continuing rhetoric against Western allies that provide Kyiv with weapons and equipment.

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