Fire at the ZNPP and explosions in Kursk: main events of the night.

Thick smoke was seen at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant at night. Explosions were heard again in the city of Kursk. Democrats are urging US President Donald Trump to declassify data on election interference. The information collected during the night was presented to the newspaper "Glavkom".

The Summer Olympic Games in Paris concluded with a grand ceremony (photos)

On August 11, a grand closing ceremony of the XXXIII Summer Olympic Games took place in Paris, attracting the attention of the whole world. The Ukrainian team, which included 140 athletes in 23 sports, won 12 medals: 3 gold, 5 silver, and 4 bronze.

This result allowed Ukraine to take 22nd place in the medal standings, which is the best achievement in the last 12 years.

Fire at Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant: Zelensky reacted to the Russian provocation

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that the fire at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant was caused by Russian occupiers. Although the radiation level remains normal, the situation is still dangerous due to the prolonged occupation of the station by Russian troops.

Zelensky urged the international community and the IAEA to intervene, emphasizing that only the return of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant to Ukrainian control can guarantee safety.

IAEA reports explosions and smoke at Zaporizhzhia NPP

IAEA experts reported heavy dark smoke rising from the northern part of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant after a series of explosions. According to the "Zaporizhzhia NPP team," which is under the control of Russian troops, the incident occurred as a result of a possible drone attack. It is important to note that Zaporizhzhia NPP is under the control of Russian troops who have replaced the plant's staff.

Thus, the IAEA is reporting the version of events provided by the Russian side, which was previously accused of provocative shelling of the Zaporizhzhia NPP.

Energoatom named possible causes of the fire at Zaporizhzhia NPP

A fire occurred at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, resulting in the ignition of cooling tower number one and damage to other technological equipment. According to Energoatom, the incident happened around 8:00 PM at the technical water supply facility.

Experts emphasize that Russian occupiers are using the premises and facilities of the Zaporizhzhia NPP as military warehouses, which significantly increases the risk of fires. The cooling towers are also used to store military equipment and ammunition.

Democrats urge Trump to declassify data on election interference - Washington Post

Two Democrats from the House of Representatives called on the government to hold briefings and release information about possible foreign interference in the elections. Analysts and intelligence officers expressed concern about attempts by foreign states to undermine the US presidential elections following statements about the hacking of email systems of Donald Trump's team members, which are claimed to have been carried out by hackers from Iran. The Washington Post reports.

Explosions heard again in Kursk

Explosions were heard again in Kursk last night, linked to the operation of the air defense system. Local residents reported 3-4 explosions. Authorities urged people to seek shelter in safe places and declared a missile hazard. This was reported by the acting governor of the Kursk region, Alexei Smirnov.