Russia claims border breach, Kamala Harris picks VP candidate - Tuesday brief

'Not without losses' in Russia: What is known about border breach in Kursk region by evening

Russians continue to report "fighting" in the Kursk region, which supposedly started on the morning of August 6. There are rumors of the destruction of Russian aviation and the elimination of personnel.

For more detailed and current information about the situation in the Kursk region, read the RBC-Ukraine report.

Minnesota Governor Walz selected as Harris's vice presidential nominee

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has decided that if she wins the elections, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will become vice president.

"I am proud to announce that I've asked Tim Walz to be my running mate," she announced.

US ban on ATACMS strikes against Russian airfields allowed evacuation of Su-34s - Forbes

This summer, Ukraine had a unique opportunity to attack the Russian Malshevo air base and destroy Russian aircraft there. However, the United States did not allow the use of ATACMS for the attack, according to Forbes.

France says NATO won't be able to respond to Russia's attack

NATO understands that in the event of an attack from the east, the allies will face problems in deploying heavy equipment and troops due to "administrative red tape", stated French General Bertrand Toujouse. The general also recalled that in early 2022, Europe realized how difficult the process of moving equipment could be.

EU Council approves first tranche of loan to Ukraine

Kyiv is set to receive approximately €4.2 billion after the European Council approved the first regular disbursement of grants and loans under the EU's Ukraine Facility Fund. The Council's decision confirmed that Ukraine has met the necessary conditions and implemented the reforms outlined in Ukraine’s plan to qualify for these funds.