Russia hits port export facilities in Ukraine's Odesa region, Kyiv says
US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are scheduled to arrive in Moscow and Kyiv on September 5 and 6 to present a peace proposal from Donald Trump. Trump stated he has an idea to end the war, citing a personality clash and hatred between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky. Meanwhile, Russian forces targeted a drone production plant in Dnepropetrovsk, and strikes in the Odesa region resulted in one death and five injuries.
What changed
US envoys Witkoff and Kushner have specific arrival dates of September 5 and 6 for their diplomatic mission.
Live updates
-
Trump Envoys Set for Moscow and Kyiv Visits with Peace Proposal
US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are scheduled to arrive in Moscow and Kyiv on September 5 and 6 to present a peace proposal from Donald Trump. Trump stated he has an idea to end the war, citing a personality clash and hatred between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky. Meanwhile, Russian forces targeted a drone production plant in Dnepropetrovsk, and strikes in the Odesa region resulted in one death and five injuries.
Why it matters
The conflict has continued for four and a half years with high casualties. Kyiv has previously rejected proposals to cede the Donbas region. These diplomatic visits follow recent Russian attacks on Ukrainian port and energy infrastructure.
What is confirmed
- Donald Trump has a proposal to end the war between Russia and Ukraine.
- US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner plan to arrive in Moscow and then Kyiv on September 5 and 6.
- Russian strikes in the Odesa region killed one person and injured five.
Still unconfirmed
- Russian forces hit a drone production plant in Dnepropetrovsk, causing a major fire.
- Vladimir Putin stated that discussions with the Americans will cover all aspects of the conflict.
What to watch next
- Outcome of the meetings between US envoys and the presidents of Russia and Ukraine
- Confirmation of whether Trump's peace plan requires Ukraine to cede territory
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (6)
- jen.jiji.com — Ukraine-Russia, Trump: "I have a peace proposal". Witkoff and Kushner first to Putin and then to Zelensky
- www.aa.com.tr — Ukraine says Russian strikes kill 1, injure 5 in Odesa region
- jen.jiji.com — Volleyball European Championship, today Italy-Poland semi-final: time and where to watch it live on free-to-air TV
- jen.jiji.com — SuperEnalotto, today's draw September 5, 2026: winning numbers
- tass.com — Russian forces hit Dnepropetrovsk plant producing drones for strikes inside Russia
- tass.com — Trump continues to try to contribute to resolution of conflict in Ukraine — Putin
-
Russian strikes hit Odesa ports as Trump envoys plan Kyiv visit
Russian forces targeted a power substation, a logistics center, and a port terminal in Ukraine. In Odesa, a recent strike killed one person and injured at least three, following a separate attack that wounded 17 people. The Russian Defense Ministry claimed a dry cargo ship carrying military-grade goods was hit at the port of Yuzhny. Amid this escalation, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have provisional dates to visit Kyiv in the coming days for substantial discussions, following previous meetings with Vladimir Putin in Moscow.
Why it matters
The aerial campaign has lasted six consecutive days, targeting critical infrastructure and border crossings. These strikes coincide with diplomatic efforts by the United States to engage both Kyiv and Moscow. The conflict continues to disrupt Black Sea export capabilities.
What is confirmed
- President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have provisional dates to visit Kyiv in the coming days.
- Russian strikes in Odesa killed one person and injured at least three.
- A previous Russian strike in Odesa wounded 17 people.
- The Russian Defense Ministry reported striking a dry cargo ship carrying military-grade goods at the port of Yuzhny.
- Russian forces hit a logistics center, a power substation, and a port terminal.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of the exact dates for Witkoff and Kushner's visit to Kyiv
- Further reports on the operational status of the Yuzhny port terminal
confidence 100%Sources used for this update (4)
- jen.jiji.com — Ukraine, Zelensky: "Witkoff and Kushner in Kyiv and Moscow in the coming days, provisional dates already exist"
- www.kyivpost.com — Russian Strike on Odesa Kills 1, Injures at Least 3
- tass.com — Logistics center, power substation, port terminal hit: strikes by Russian Armed Forces
- jen.jiji.com — Record heat and return to school, students' alarm: "9 out of 10 schools without air conditioning, our health at risk"
-
Russia hits Odesa ports and Kyiv in sixth straight day of strikes
Russian forces launched 218 drones and missiles against Ukraine, targeting port export facilities in the Odesa region and striking Kyiv for over 12 hours. At least 12 people died in the Kyiv region, including six rail workers. The aerial campaign has entered its sixth consecutive day, with strikes extending to the Orlivka international border crossing with Romania for a fourth time. Simultaneously, unidentified aircraft violated Moldovan airspace for nine minutes, prompting Romania to scramble F-16 fighter jets. Moscow has warned of a significant response to any escalation in the Baltic region.
Why it matters
These attacks target critical infrastructure and logistics hubs to disrupt Ukrainian exports and transport. The incursions into Moldovan and Romanian airspace indicate a widening geographic scope of the aerial conflict. This escalation occurs on day 1,652 of the war.
What is confirmed
- Russia launched 218 drones and missiles at Ukraine.
- At least 12 people were killed in the Kyiv region, including six rail workers.
- Russian air attacks on Kyiv and surrounding areas have continued for six consecutive days.
- An unidentified aircraft entered Moldovan airspace for nine minutes before returning toward Ukraine.
- Romania scrambled F-16s in response to the airspace violation in Moldova.
- Russia attacked the Orlivka international border crossing with Romania for the fourth time.
Still unconfirmed
- Germany accuses Russia of an attack on Leipzig airport based on solid evidence.
- The Russian economy is in a risky berserk mode according to Putin's development tsar.
What to watch next
- Official confirmation of the identity of the aircraft that entered Moldovan airspace
- Further Russian responses to Baltic region activities
- Damage assessments for the Odesa port export facilities
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (11)
- Institute for the Study of War — Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 25, 2026
- Reuters — Russia hits port export facilities in Ukraine's Odesa region, Kyiv says
- Kyiv Post — Russia Launches 218 Drones, Missiles at Ukraine, Damages Romania Border Crossing
- Межа. Новини України. — Unknown Aircraft Entered Moldova’s Airspace for Nine Minutes and Returned Toward Ukraine
- TVP World — Unidentified aircraft violates Moldovan airspace as Romania scrambles F-16s
- Ukrinform — Russia attacks Orlivka international border crossing with Romania for fourth time – SBGS
- anewz.tv — Russian strikes kill 12 in Kyiv region as attacks continue for sixth day
- www.yahoo.com — Ukraine war latest: Russian strike kills at least 12 in Kyiv and suburbs, including 6 rail workers
- uk.news.yahoo.com — Ukraine: Russia threatens 'devastating' Baltic response
- www.newsday.com — Russia pounds Kyiv for more than 12 hours, killing at least a dozen in 6th straight day of attacks
- www.theguardian.com — Ukraine war briefing: Russian sky full of our drones and not safe, Zelenskyy warns airlines