EE Impact

Verified events

Every event is decomposed into claims, each with its own evidence and a transparent status label — see the methodology.

militaryrussiamedium impact18 Aug

The Economist: Kadyrov claims 70,000 Chechens sent to fight in Ukraine — not independently verified

Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov claims that his republic has sent 70,000 men to fight in Ukraine. However, Chechens reportedly make up just 0.2% of Russia’s confirmed war dead according to The Economist.

Confidence: 63/100
militaryotherlow impact18 Aug

Russian attack damages civilian vessel MERA QUEEN, claims AMPU — not independently verified

A civilian vessel, MERA QUEEN, registered in Guinea-Bissau, was damaged during a Russian attack. One Ukrainian crew member was reportedly killed, and three others were injured. The ship's crew was evacuated to shore.

Confidence: 47/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

X reports three fatalities and two injuries from strike in annexed Crimea — not independently verified

X claims that three people died and two were injured due to a strike in annexed Crimea. The statement is not independently verified.

Confidence: 41/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

One man injured due to Russian attack on Zlatopeil community, receiving medical assistance

One man sustained injuries from a Russian attack on the Zlatopeil community, with no threat to his life reported. Russia damaged a civilian infrastructure facility, according to local community leader Mykola Bakshiev.

Confidence: 48/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

Russian drone reportedly damages non-residential building in Kyiv's Darnytskyi district

A Russian drone reportedly fell in the Darnytskyi district of Kyiv, damaging a non-residential building. Emergency services are en route to the site, according to Mayor Klitschko. Information regarding potential casualties is being clarified.

Confidence: 48/100
militaryrussialow impact18 Aug

Ukrainian attack reportedly results in civilian casualty in Belgorod region

A report claims that a woman was killed due to a Ukrainian attack in the village of Novaya Tavolzhanka in Belgorod region — not independently verified. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the area.

Confidence: 42/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

X reports passenger train in Odesa region attacked twice in one day, child injured

A passenger train in Odesa region was reportedly attacked, resulting in a child being injured. Over 500 individuals, including 130 children, were evacuated from the train as a result of the incident, which involved a fire in the locomotive and dry grass. This claim has not been independently verified.

Confidence: 41/100
militaryukrainemedium impact18 Aug

Ukraine hopes strikes cause Russia fear and losses — not independently verified

Ukraine expresses hopes that its strikes will instill fear and cause losses for Russia. These claims are not independently verified.

Confidence: 58/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

Russian forces strike Izium with glide bombs, injuring four civilians

Russian forces reportedly struck Izium in the Kharkiv region with glide bombs, resulting in four civilian injuries — not independently verified.

Confidence: 49/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

X reports Russian forces lose 1,500 troops and 69 artillery systems in Ukraine — not independently verified

Total combat losses among Russian troops since February 2022 are reported to be approximately 1,449,120 personnel. This includes a reported loss of 1,500 personnel over the past 24 hours. These claims have not been independently verified.

Confidence: 46/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

Russians launch missile strike on community in Kharkiv region, wounding two people

On August 11, Russian troops launched a missile strike on the Pisochna community in the Kharkiv region, injuring two men. The claims about the strike and injuries are not independently verified.

Confidence: 52/100
militaryrussiamedium impact18 Aug

Car bomb kills senior Russian military official near Moscow

A car bomb reportedly killed Colonel Damir Davydov, a senior Russian military official, near Moscow. Video appears to show the incident, with bystanders attempting to rescue him from the wreckage. The details remain unverified.

Confidence: 70/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

Russian strike destroys Nova Poshta branch in Kramatorsk, killing one and injuring four

A Russian drone strike reportedly destroyed a Nova Poshta branch in Kramatorsk, resulting in one death and four injuries. The information has not been independently verified.

Confidence: 51/100
militaryukrainemedium impact18 Aug

Russian strike on community in Dnipropetrovsk region leaves three dead, damages gas station

The Russian army attacked the Shyrokivska community in Dnipropetrovsk region, resulting in three fatalities and damage to a gas station. X claims responsibility for the strike — not independently verified.

Confidence: 82/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

Russia claims to have attacked Romny this morning — not independently verified

There are reports of two strikes in Romny, resulting in one individual experiencing severe stress and cuts. A local resident described their experience during the attack.

Confidence: 49/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

Russian forces attack post office in Odesa suburb, two injured

Russian forces attacked a post office located in a shopping center in a suburb of Odesa, injuring two people. This information is provided by sources — not independently verified.

Confidence: 49/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

X reports drone strike on residential area in Zaporizhzhia, one injured — not independently verified

A drone allegedly struck a residential area in Zaporizhzhia, resulting in one reported injury. Local authorities indicated that an 84-year-old man may be trapped under debris from the attack.

Confidence: 28/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

Ukrainian police reports drone attack on a non-combatant in Mykolaiv region — not independently verified

Ukrainian police released footage of a drone attacking a man who showed no signs of being a combatant. He reportedly survived with injuries. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by civilians amid military operations.

Confidence: 41/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

Russians shell Donetsk region 25 times in one day, leaving two killed, four injured

Two people were killed and four were injured due to Russian shelling in the Donetsk region. The attacks also damaged infrastructure, residential buildings, a hotel, and a shopping center. The claims are not independently verified.

Confidence: 33/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

Russian forces strike Balakliia; blackout reported in part of city

The Russian army struck Balakliia in the Kharkiv region. Reports indicate that part of the community is without power.

Confidence: 48/100
militaryrussiamedium impact18 Aug

Ukrainian strikes kill six in Russia, acting governor says — not independently verified

The acting governor of Russia's Belgorod region reports that six individuals have been killed due to Ukrainian strikes. Among the injured is a 14-year-old child, as per the governor's statement.

Confidence: 72/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

One person reported missing after Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih, local official states — not independently verified

A local official reported that one person is missing following a Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih. Five others are hospitalized, one in serious condition.

Confidence: 49/100
militaryukrainelow impact18 Aug

Russian forces strike Pavlohrad, five people injured

Russian forces carried out strikes on Pavlohrad in the Dnipropetrovsk region. Five people reportedly injured — not independently verified.

Confidence: 32/100
militaryukrainemedium impact18 Aug

18 injured following reported Russian airstrike in Kherson — not independently verified

The number of injured has increased to 18 due to a reported Russian airstrike in Kherson. Medical authorities claim 10 individuals were hospitalized with various injuries, including explosive wounds and concussions.

Confidence: 56/100