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Verified events

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

politicalukrainelow impact12 Aug

Russia uses four main narratives regarding POWs and missing persons — CCD

The Center for Countering Disinformation analyzed over 94,000 publications on Russian narratives related to POWs. Four main destructive narratives were identified regarding prisoners of war and missing persons.

Confidence: 53/100
politicalotherlow impact12 Aug

Zelensky, Pashinyan discuss priority areas for Ukraine-Armenia cooperation

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan discussed priorities for bilateral cooperation during a phone call. They reviewed the outcomes of Zelensky's recent visit to Armenia.

Confidence: 49/100
politicalothermedium impact12 Aug

Group warns APC against sanctioning Kalu

A socio-political group, Reality Organisation, has criticized the All Progressives Congress (APC) over its threat to sanction former Governor Kalu. The group argues that such actions could have negative implications for the party's support in the state.

Confidence: 65/100
politicalrussiamedium impact12 Aug

Screenwriter Pavel Tetersky leaves Russia after terrorism accusation, 12-day arrest

Screenwriter Pavel Tetersky has reportedly left Russia following a terrorism accusation and a 12-day arrest. His lawyer announced this on Telegram, as noted by the independent outlet Mediazona.

Confidence: 64/100
politicalrussialow impact12 Aug

Trump claims Russia agreed to release American ex-Marine after discussions with Putin — not independently verified

Donald Trump claims that discussions with President Putin have led to an agreement for the release of an American ex-Marine. This statement has not been independently verified.

Confidence: 48/100
politicalukrainelow impact12 Aug

Zelensky announces changes to National Multisubject Test for students

Next year, Ukrainian students will take the National Multisubject Test in specially equipped shelters. They will also have the opportunity to retake the test.

Confidence: 52/100
politicalrussiamedium impact12 Aug

Fyodor Lukyanov: Russia must end the Ukraine war on its own terms

Fyodor Lukyanov discusses the perceptions of Russia in Western Europe and the implications for the Ukraine conflict. He claims that the West's fear of Russia influences its willingness to engage in a major war — not independently verified.

Confidence: 64/100
politicalukrainelow impact12 Aug

Russia attempts to create fake image of 'humane' captivity for Ukrainian soldiers — Lubinets

Ukrainian official Lubinets claims Russia is trying to project an image of humane conditions for Ukrainian POWs — not independently verified. This move is perceived as an attempt to influence international perceptions.

Confidence: 46/100
politicaleumedium impact12 Aug

Putin threat pushes Germany to give spies major new powers

Germany is reforming its intelligence framework to enhance its spy capabilities amid heightened concerns over threats from Moscow. This move aligns with efforts to reduce reliance on U.S. intelligence support.

Confidence: 67/100
politicalukrainelow impact12 Aug

Ukrainian ex-ambassador to the US faces bail of six million hryvnias, must report to detectives

The ex-ambassador of Ukraine to the US, Stefanishyna, has been granted bail set at six million hryvnias. She is required to report to detectives and notify them of any changes in residence.

Confidence: 42/100
politicalbalticsmedium impact12 Aug

Estonia's Political Elite Weighs In on Solar Eclipse Impact

Estonia's top politicians share their thoughts on the solar eclipse and its potential effects on the country. The opinions come from leaders of both the coalition and the opposition, as well as presidential candidates.

Confidence: 66/100
politicalukrainelow impact12 Aug

ДБР reports suspicions against four more individuals in illegal detention case — not independently verified

The State Bureau of Investigation (DBR) has reported suspicions against four more individuals in a case involving illegal detention and violence in Odesa. The total number of suspects in the case has now risen to 13. Previously, DBR disclosed the involvement of six RTC staff members and three representatives of an NGO.

Confidence: 46/100
politicalukrainelow impact12 Aug

Ukrainian singer Olya Polyakova criticizes public apathy towards abductions

Olya Polyakova expressed concerns about public indifference to abductions in Ukraine. She criticized the fear among citizens to intervene during violent detentions by territorial recruitment centers. Polyakova also addressed backlash from her appearance with a Russian artist, stating she felt no need to apologize.

Confidence: 43/100
politicalpolandlow impact12 Aug

Negative views of Poland’s justice system have grown under Tusk government, finds state pollster

A state pollster reports that sixty-one percent of Poles now have negative perceptions of the justice system. This trend has reportedly increased under the current Tusk government. The claims about the poll are not independently verified.

Confidence: 47/100
politicalrussiamedium impact12 Aug

Putin threatens to seize European ships wherever Russia ‘deems necessary’

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Moscow would respond to the seizure of Russian vessels by EU countries. He made this announcement during a visit to Pacific Fleet exercises. The claim has not been independently verified.

Confidence: 72/100
politicalestoniamedium impact12 Aug

Court overturns decision on wind farm noise assessment in Saarde

The Tallinn Administrative Court ruled that the state must independently assess wind farm noise rather than relying on developer studies. This decision impacts how health-related noise issues are evaluated in Saarde.

Confidence: 66/100
politicalrussialow impact12 Aug

Opposition politician Anton Mikhailychuk transfers money to party leader in controversial gesture

Anton Mikhailychuk, recognized as a 'foreign agent' in Russia, transferred money to opposition party leader Alexey Zhuravlev as a joke. Mikhailychuk claims this gesture may complicate party operations and damage its reputation — not independently verified.

Confidence: 43/100
politicalukrainemedium impact12 Aug

FirstFT: Vance asked Ukraine to halt strikes on tankers

Vance reportedly requested Ukraine to cease strikes on tankers — not independently verified. The context and implications of this request are not detailed.

Confidence: 63/100
politicalotherlow impact12 Aug

Russia may have funded attempt to help influencer wanted by Benin flee South Africa — Bloomberg

South African prosecutors allege that Russia funded an attempt to assist influencer Kemi Seba in fleeing the country. Benin is seeking Seba in connection with an attempted coup in December 2025. These claims are not independently verified.

Confidence: 51/100
politicalukrainelow impact12 Aug

Documentary account by sniper unit commander to be published in Ukraine

The book titled 'Ghosts of Bakhmut: Memoirs of a Sniper' recounts experiences of a commander from a Ukrainian sniper unit. It is set to be published in Ukraine.

Confidence: 52/100
politicalotherlow impact11 Aug

South Korea refuses to supply weapons to Ukraine — media

South Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated it will only provide humanitarian aid to Ukraine. The decision comes amid requests from Ukrainian President Zelensky for weapons support, which South Korea does not plan to fulfill.

Confidence: 53/100
politicalbalticslow impact11 Aug

Latvia launches Operation Vilkatis to counter illegal migration

Latvia has initiated Operation Vilkatis to address illegal migration through coordinated efforts by relevant authorities. This operation aims to strengthen border security and migration management.

Confidence: 52/100
politicalukrainemedium impact11 Aug

X reports Russia plans to resettle 114,000 people in occupied Ukraine over 20 years — not independently verified

Russian authorities are reportedly planning to resettle nearly 114,000 individuals from Russia into occupied Ukrainian territories over the next 20 years. The initiative has drawn attention from independent journalists exploring the resettlement's implications for local residents and the ongoing conflict.

Confidence: 61/100
politicalotherlow impact11 Aug

Zelensky and Costa Rica's President discuss potential for cooperation

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with Costa Rica's President Laura Fernández Delgado. They discussed potential cooperation between Ukraine and Costa Rica.

Confidence: 54/100