Andrii Tymoshchenkov
The US Department of Defense has updated the list of foreign institutions that threaten national security due to the risk of technology transfer. The list includes 130 academic institutions from China, Russia, and Iran.
Russian troops on July 24 struck a training ground during a publicly announced weapons exhibition. According to preliminary data, there are dead and wounded, official information is being clarified.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha held a phone conversation with Hungarian Deputy Prime Minister Anita Orbán. The parties discussed the security situation in the Black Sea and issues of national minorities.
Russian authorities are massively denying students admission to 10th grade, directing them to colleges for the needs of the military industry. In 2025, 62% of graduates went to technical schools, which also limits their deferment from the army.
In russia, about 2. 7 thousand travel companies ceased operations in the first half of 2026, which is 52% more than last year. Demand for package tours decreased by 22-31%, and domestic tourism did not compensate for the losses.
Andriy Sybiha held a phone conversation with Espen Barth Eide. The sides discussed the intensification of russian attacks on civilian shipping and the strengthening of defense cooperation.
The new DBN provide for more flexible approaches to design and smaller capacity of institutions. They will come into force on October 1, 2026.
In the first half of 2026, 79,516 marriages were registered in Ukraine, with nearly 40% of couples using online registration. The most new families were created in Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and Lviv regions.
The European Union agreed on the 21st package of sanctions against Russia, despite disputes. The package includes restrictions on banks, the shadow fleet, and for the first time a ban on entry for Russian military personnel.
Russia's Ministry of Finance failed for the third time in July to place federal loan bonds, as investors demanded higher yields. This indicates a decline in demand for Russian government debt amid the Kremlin's growing financial needs.
In 2026, about 3,000 people will be able to receive supported living services under the new model. The state will fund a specific person, not institutions.
The authorities of Lower Saxony allowed Framatome to produce fuel assemblies with components from the Russian "Rosatom". The permit includes strict restrictions to prevent espionage, but has drawn criticism from politicians.
The occupation authorities recognize housing as "ownerless" after owners refuse to re-register it under Russian legislation. Only in 2025-2026, 151 complaints were received about illegal "nationalization" of property.
The hottest direction remains Pokrovsk. There, Ukrainian troops repelled 42 assaults by Russian occupiers in a day.
The Ministry of Education assesses the damage from the missile strike on the "Convi" printing house, where almost 250,000 books were destroyed. The department plans to reprint the necessary educational literature for schools.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has completed the development of the new high-precision guided munition Firefly, which has passed tests and is ready for serial production. The munition is designed to strike fortifications from bomber drones at altitudes of up to 800 meters.
A 38-year-old woman from Brovary will be tried for failing to provide assistance to her two-year-old son, who died from antidepressant poisoning. She hid the child's body in a box in a closet.
In the Chornobyl Reserve, a camera trap captured a lynx leading a secretive lifestyle. The animal is a symbol of wildlife restoration in the exclusion zone.
Presidential Commissioner Vladyslav Vlasiuk stated that discussions around sanctions do not indicate a split in the EU. He expects the adoption of the 21st sanctions package this week and the start of work on the 22nd.
The US Senate has introduced an updated version of a bill on sanctions against Russia, which provides for tariffs of up to 100% instead of 500%. The document is supported by about 60 senators and allows President Trump to temporarily suspend sanctions.
Lithuanian Defense Minister Robertas Kaunas stated that the Kremlin may consider the Baltic countries and Poland as the next target for escalation. Experts consider Estonia the most vulnerable due to military resources and geography.
The business climate indicator in Russia fell to minus 3. 6 points in June, indicating a predominance of negative expectations among businesses. At the same time, companies' inflation expectations and the number of bankruptcies are growing.
Russian troops used guided aerial bombs for the first time since the start of the invasion to attack Pavlohrad. The head of the regional council urged residents not to ignore the alerts.
A 27-year-old BMW driver, under the influence of alcohol, caused a fatal accident on the Boryspil Highway, killing a 17-year-old cyclist. He faces up to 10 years in prison.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine responded to the resolution of the Polish Sejm on the Volyn tragedy, calling for constructive dialogue. Ukraine emphasized the importance of joint search efforts and equal relations.
President Zelenskyy discussed the situation in Kharkiv and Donetsk regions with the commander of the 3rd Army Corps, Andriy Biletskyi. He emphasized the need for strong frontline positions to protect Ukraine's independence.
Thick smoke from Canadian wildfires has covered 18 US states and the District of Columbia. The worst situation is observed in Washington, where pollution is dangerous even for healthy people.
The court chose a preventive measure for the production director of JSC "Company of Aviation and Rocket-Space Engineering" Ruslan Kuchynskyi in the form of detention for two months without the right to bail.
American marines are inspecting the vessel for compliance with the blockade of Iranian ports. Seven people were wounded in airstrikes in Bandar Abbas.
Solomianskyi District Court of Kyiv is considering a motion to arrest the heads of a defense enterprise suspected of official negligence. Explosions at an ammunition depot after a Russian strike caused the deaths of seven people and injuries to 29.