Russia’s Luna-25 spacecraft, its first Moon mission in 47 years, was successfully launched from the Vostochny Space Base. Expected to land on August 21, the spacecraft aims to explore the Moon’s south pole and search for water sources. This follows the historic achievements of the US and Soviet lunar missions, and precedes India’s Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing expected on August 23.
Russian forces launched more than 500 drones and missiles across Ukraine, hitting infrastructure in 14 locations and injuring five people, including four railway workers. Ukraine’s rail operator reported major delays after facilities in the Kirovohrad region were damaged.
Explosions were reported in nine regions, with power cuts in Chernihiv, transport disruptions in Khmelnytskyi, and a warehouse fire in Ivano-Frankivsk. Ukraine said 430 drones and 21 missiles were intercepted, but some still struck targets.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the attacks “intimidation,” urging stronger international pressure on Russia. He announced upcoming talks with Scandinavian, Baltic, EU, and US partners to coordinate further support.
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