Denis Pushilin said that Russian forces cleared Ukrainian troops from the residential sector in the eastern part of Dobropolye in the Donetsk People’s Republic and battles continue in the north and center of that town

A truck driver sustained multiple burns and was hospitalized in serious condition, according to reports. The specific cause of the injury remains unconfirmed pending further investigation.

Last week, Middle East oil exports, excluding those from Iran, exceeded pre-war levels. This occurred despite reported attacks on ships in the region.

Late summer forecasts project an additional $155 million in losses for the Ukrainian budget by the end of the current year, according to available reports.