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Here are the key events on day 1,258 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.On August 5, fighting continued in Ukraine, with multiple casualties reported from Russian attacks across various regions, including Zaporizhia and Kharkiv. The Netherlands announced a €500 million military aid package to Ukraine, while the U.S. criticized India's oil imports from Russia, amid ongoing political tensions and accusations of corruption within Ukraine's defense allocations. Want More Context? 🔎

Around 1,500 people in Gaza have been killed since May while seeking humanitarian aid, according to the UN, which highlighted ongoing violence along aid routes. An Israeli airstrike on Sunday also killed a healthcare worker in Khan Yunus, with criticism mounting over a US- and Israeli-supported aid scheme deemed ineffective and dangerous. Want More Context? 🔎

A fifth suspect, 38-year-old Patrick Rosemond, has been arrested in connection with a violent Cincinnati beatdown on July 26, where a woman suffered serious injuries. Rosemond, charged with felonious assault and aggravated riot, will be extradited to Cincinnati; the victim, Holly, reported severe brain trauma and is recovering with community support after the incident garnered widespread attention. Want More Context? 🔎

Charter flights and buses carrying hundreds of evacuees from Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, displaced by nearby wildfires, are set to arrive in Winnipeg on Monday. However, many evacuees have voiced concerns regarding the living conditions at the congregate shelter they will be directed to. Want More Context? 🔎

A British woman, Charlotte Hollins Anderton, 23, suffered severe injuries, including a fractured spine and shattered feet, after a 30ft fall while hiking during a summer camp celebration in the US. Now facing a £45,000 bill for repatriation due to denied insurance coverage, her family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to bring her home for necessary medical care. Want More Context? 🔎

England captain Ben Stokes, after a grueling Test series against India ending in a 2-2 draw, expressed confidence in his team's readiness for the upcoming Ashes in Australia. Despite injuries to key players like Stokes and Jofra Archer, he praised his team's performance and resilience throughout the series, emphasizing their dedication to Test cricket. Want More Context? 🔎