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• The operational update regarding the russian invasion on 18.00, on August 11, 2022 Ukraine MOD 11 Aug 2022
• Facts about Russia-Ukraine conflict: Ukrainian forces hit key bridge near Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant People's Daily 11 Aug 2022 -- The following are the latest developments in the Ukraine crisis:
• Fierce fighting in Ukraine's Donetsk as Russians press ahead to seize Donbass Press TV 11 Aug 2022 -- Nearly six months into the war between Russia and Ukraine, fierce fighting is reported in Ukraine's Donetsk as Russian forces further press on with plans to seize the entire eastern region of the Donbass.
• The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02 to 11.08 Ukraine MOD 11 Aug 2022
• The operational update regarding the russian invasion on 18.00, on August 10, 2022 Ukraine MOD 11 Aug 2022

Ukraine

• Only the complete withdrawal of Russians from the Zaporizhzhia NPP guarantees the restoration of nuclear safety for the whole of Europe - address by the President of Ukraine President of Ukraine 11 Aug 2022
• No one will be able to stop the wind carrying radiation, but all of us can stop the terrorist state of Russia - President's speech at the Conference of Defense Ministers of Northern European Countries and Ukraine President of Ukraine 11 Aug 2022
• Ukraine's Zelenskyy Appeals for More Western Aid VOA 11 Aug 2022 -- Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appealed to Western allies Thursday for more money and munitions to keep fighting Russia 5½ months after Moscow invaded.

Russia

• Russia rejects Swiss offer as Europe wades deeper into Ukraine war Press TV 11 Aug 2022 -- Moscow has rejected Switzerland's offer to represent Ukraine diplomatically in Russia as it no longer considers Switzerland a neutral state.
• Russia Nixes Plan For Switzerland To Represent Ukraine's Interests RFE/RL 11 Aug 2022 -- Moscow has rejected a plan by Kyiv to have Switzerland represent Ukraine's interests in Russia, saying it no longer considers Switzerland a neutral country.

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NATO

United Nations

• Emergency in Ukraine - External Situation Report #19 WHO 11 Aug 2022
• UN Nuclear Watchdog Chief Says Situation At Ukrainian Nuclear Plant Enters 'Grave Hour' RFE/RL 11 Aug 2022 -- The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says agency officials must be allowed to inspect the Zaporizhzhya nuclear plant in Ukraine after fighting near the site.
• Ukraine: UN chief appeals for end to military activities at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant UN News 11 Aug 2022 -- Military activities around the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant in Ukraine must stop immediately, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Thursday, warning of the potential danger to the area and beyond amid ongoing shelling.
• Children with disabilities disproportionately impacted by war in Ukraine UN News 11 Aug 2022 -- The current humanitarian crisis stemming from Russia's invasion of Ukraine is having "a disproportionate impact" on persons with disabilities, especially children in institutions there, four UN-appointed independent human rights experts said on Thursday.
• UN Chief: No Immediate Threat to Nuclear Safety at Ukrainian Site VOA 11 Aug 2022 -- The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said Thursday that a preliminary assessment from his agency's experts concluded there was no immediate threat to nuclear safety following shelling around a major nuclear plant in southern Ukraine, but he cautioned that "could change at any moment."

Foreign Reactions

• Ukraine: the EU has coordinated the delivery of more than 60,000 tonnes of life-saving assistance European Commission 11 Aug 2022 -- As of today, the EU has coordinated the delivery of 66,224 tonnes of in-kind assistance to Ukraine from 30 countries via the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. The assistance delivered includes 180 ambulances, 125 fire-fighting vehicles, 300 power generators, 35 heavy machinery vehicles, and 4 pontoon bridges.
• Western countries pledge over $1.55 bln in aid to Ukraine military Press TV 11 Aug 2022 -- European countries have pledged over 1.5 billion euros ($1.55 billion) in various forms of assistance to the Ukraine military amid an ongoing Russian military operation in the country.
• Western Nations Pledge $1.55 Billion In Military Aid To Ukraine RFE/RL 11 Aug 2022 -- Western countries committed more than 1.5 billion euros ($1.55 billion) in cash, equipment, and training on August 11 during a donor conference to boost Ukraine's military capabilities in its war against Russia.
• UK and allies agree expanded International Fund for Ukraine support UK FCDO 11 Aug 2022 -- Defence Secretary Ben Wallace met counterparts from Ukraine, Denmark and other key allies and partners in Copenhagen to discuss plans for long-term military support for Ukraine's defence against Russia's invasion
• Defence Minister Anand participates in Copenhagen Conference for Northern European Defence Allies of Ukraine Canada 11 Aug 2022 -- Today, Defence Minister Anita Anand, participated virtually in the Copenhagen Conference for Northern European Defence Allies of Ukraine, which aims to determine how Northern European Allies and other partners can strengthen our collaboration and enhance our support for Ukraine in the face of Russia's unprovoked, unjustifiable, and illegal attack.
• #CopenhagenUkraine: Joint Declaration on Ukraine Danish Ministry of Defence 11 Aug 2022 -- The defence ministers and representatives of Ukraine, the United Kingdom, Denmark and key allies and partners met today in Copenhagen to discuss how to enhance and sustain longer-term military support to Ukraine in light of Russia's continued brutal and unprovoked attack on Ukraine.
• Copenhagen Declaration on Ukraine, 11 August 2022 Danish Ministry of Defence 11 Aug 2022
• UK to give more multiple launch rocket systems and guided missiles to Ukraine UK MOD 11 Aug 2022 -- Decision comes after the successful use of UK multiple-launch rocket systems by the Armed Forces of Ukraine, gifted earlier this year
• Calling on Russia to return full control of Ukraine's nuclear facilities to their rightful sovereign owner: UK statement to UN Security Council UK FCDO 11 Aug 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council briefing on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine
• South Africa says not bullied by West to take sides in Russia-Ukraine war Press TV 11 Aug 2022 -- South Africa says it will not be bullied if the West mounts pressure on the country into taking sides in the Russia-Ukraine war, accusing the West of sometimes taking a patronizing attitude toward Africa.

News Reports

• 12 vessels authorized to depart Ukrainian ports for grain export: UN official People's Daily 11 Aug 2022 -- Under the Black Sea Initiative, 12 vessels have been authorized to depart the Ukrainian ports, a United Nations official coordinating the grain export deal said on Wednesday.
• Interview: From Food Shortages To Geopolitical Shifts, The Ripple Effects Of Ukraine War Take Hold RFE/RL 11 Aug 2022 -- Russia's invasion of Ukraine has disrupted global food chains and is contributing to a crisis exacerbated by already-rising food prices and deepening poverty across much of the Middle East and parts of Africa.