Antonina Tumanova
On the Odesa–Mykolaiv highway, the van driver entered the oncoming lane and collided with two minibuses. Three people were killed, and seven others were hospitalized.
The dismantling and safeguarding of three Banksy artworks cost taxpayers over $200,000. The largest bill — $114,000\r\n— was for a mural on the building of the Royal Courts of Justice in London.
Pristina Mayor Përparim Rama announced the removal of the banner with the Ukrainian flag, emphasizing the importance of respecting Kosovo’s sovereignty. He noted that solidarity with peoples suffering from war should not diminish Kosovo’s statehood.
According to the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center, the next three days in Ukraine will be mostly precipitation-free, with only brief showers and thunderstorms in some places. Daytime temperatures will rise to 33°, but on August 12 they will drop by 4–6°.
Tehran plans to publish video footage of Supreme Leader Khamenei, who sustained facial injuries during the strike. The deputy head of the Basij confirmed that the footage would appear later.
Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi convened a meeting with the Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council and the Minister of Finance to discuss the funding needs of the Defense Forces. The government is seeking additional resources, including through international assistance.
russia attacked Naftogaz assets in the east, west, and center of Ukraine with drones, damaging Ukrnafta's production infrastructure. A gas station employee was injured, the facilities were shut down, but the personnel were rescued.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said that talks with the US are difficult and unpleasant following Trump's criticism. Canada continues the negotiations despite the threat of new tariffs.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić have begun a bilateral discussion in Serbia. The sides are discussing economic ties, relations with the EU, and security issues.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the US Senate for passing a bill on sanctions against Russia and Iran, which will help increase pressure on the aggressor to end the war. He emphasized the importance of American support and sanctions for bringing peace closer.
On Friday, a 14-year-old student opened fire at Debsirin Nonthaburi School, killing five staff members and injuring 23 people. Before that, he killed his grandmother and grandfather, after which he took his own life.
Over the past day, 192 combat engagements took place, and the enemy carried out a missile strike and 53 airstrikes. The Defense Forces repelled attacks in many directions, including 25 in the Pokrovsk direction.
U. S. intelligence believes Putin may launch a limited attack on a NATO country, likely one of the Baltic states or Poland. This could happen to undermine the Alliance's unity if he is unable to save face in the war with Ukraine.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha welcomed the U. S. Senate's passage of the law on sanctions against Russia and Iran, calling it a sign of global leadership. He thanked the American partners for their bipartisan support and solidarity with Ukraine.
Hundreds of people marched from the Philharmonic Hall to Heroes' Square, carrying placards with the names of fallen soldiers. Participants held a prayer service for those who died for Georgia's freedom.
Grammy Award winner William Orbit died at home on July 23. He produced Madonna's albums Ray Of Light and Music, and also worked with Blur and All Saints.
During the first half of 2026, inspections in the Vysočina Region found 895 cosmetic products containing the banned substances lilial and TPO. The products were withdrawn from sale due to the risks of allergic reactions and toxicity.
Rain and thunderstorms are expected in Ukraine tomorrow, with hail and squalls in some places. Daytime temperatures will be 24–29°, reaching 35–37° in the south.
The U. S. Senate backed a bill on sanctions against Russia and Iran, initiated by the late Senator Lindsey Graham. Consideration in the House of Representatives is scheduled for next month, but there are concerns regarding Trump’s tariff powers.
During the night of August 7, security at the Bundeswehr base in Mechernich recorded six flights by suspicious drones. Police suspect that these may have been Fly-380 VTOL models with a range of up to 400 km.
Two people were injured as a result of the Russian strike on the Chornomorets stadium in Odesa. The roof, glazing and stands were damaged; dry grass caught fire nearby, and the fire was extinguished.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Serbia with his team. Talks are planned with President Aleksandar Vučić and Prime Minister Đuro Macut on economic ties and security issues.
As a result of the Russian attack, the grounds of Chornomorets Stadium in Odesa were damaged. The extent of the destruction is currently being assessed, and restoration work has begun.
On August 7, quarantine restrictions were imposed in Lviv following confirmed rabies in a cat. The zone covers an area within 5 km of the intersection of Velykoho and Krilia streets.
The U. S. Court of Appeals upheld the ban on the construction of a ballroom at the White House initiated by Trump due to the lack of authorization from Congress. The judge gave the administration 14 days to challenge the decision in the Supreme Court.
Due to the heightened threat of shelling and damage to infrastructure, a number of trains in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast have fallen behind schedule. The longest delays are affecting services from Dnipro to Chełm, Truskavets and Mukachevo.
Debate has begun in the U. S. Senate on Lindsey Graham’s bill on sanctions against Russia and Iran. The final vote may take place as early as today.
In the Czech Republic, volunteers have restored the former Soviet bunker "Yasyr," which served as a reserve command post. Tours for tourists are now held there.
Due to an аварія, parts of Kyiv’s Podilskyi and Obolonskyi districts have been temporarily disconnected from the power supply. DTEK energy workers are already working on restoring electricity.
As a result of a Russian strike, the Chornomorets Stadium in Odesa was damaged, including the stands and glazing. A 29-year-old woman was injured, and the UPL match was postponed.