Antonina Tumanova
The government has temporarily changed the minimum export prices for grains and oilseeds due to the increase in logistics costs. This decision is intended to prevent a halt in exports and support producers.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a new international format that will unite the countries of the region around security, economy and tourism. The initiative was supported by the presidents of the European Council and the European Commission.
Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis confirmed the country's readiness to host negotiations between the US and Iran. Switzerland is in contact with both sides.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree on the dismissal of Olha Stefanyshyna from the post of ambassador to the USA. The corresponding decree No. 696/2026 has been published.
Pakistan invited Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to visit the country. The sides discussed the current developments in the region.
President Zelenskyy reported on the expansion of localization of Western weapons in Ukraine. He thanked European partners for their readiness to support resilience through joint defense production.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is coordinating with the American side and European partners to receive necessary support packages. He emphasized that air defense missiles should be in Ukrainian launchers, not in warehouses.
U. S. President Donald Trump criticized Chevron and called on all oil companies to lower fuel prices for consumers. Prices rose after the U.S. attack on Iran, increasing pressure on Trump ahead of the elections.
The Ministry of Defense has set a deadline of August 10 for submitting documents to confirm the status of critically important enterprises. For most, a simplified procedure applies, while BRAVE1 grant recipients undergo full re-confirmation.
In Odesa region, the number of victims as a result of the russian attack on a civilian transport infrastructure facility has increased to 13. Four have been hospitalized, one in serious condition.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Putin is preparing mobilization and new strikes, hoping to prolong the war. He called on partners to increase pressure on Russia to achieve peace in the fall.
Since the beginning of the day, the aggressor has attacked the positions of the Defense Forces 51 times. The enemy is most active on the Kostiantynivka direction, where 18 attacks have been recorded.
Russian troops attacked food warehouses in Dnipro, causing a fire. Information about casualties is being clarified.
In Kryvyi Rih district, three people died as a result of a Russian attack on a gas station, including an 8-year-old boy. Six wounded were hospitalized, the fire was extinguished.
In Odesa region, as a result of a russian strike on a transport infrastructure facility, 10 people were preliminarily injured. A building, cars and buses were damaged, the fire has been extinguished.
Cuba experienced another nationwide power grid failure due to worn-out equipment and the US embargo. Oil reserves from the last Russian tanker in March have already been exhausted.
Forecaster Natalka Didenko predicts hot weather up to +40 degrees. The peak of the heat falls on August 6, and a weakening is expected from August 7 from the western regions.
Four members of a criminal group are suspected of embezzling budget funds through controlled enterprises. The state suffered damages of over 3.8 million UAH.
Two people arrested in Greece on suspicion of negligence that led to a forest fire. The fire spread to Attica.
A 32-year-old man fired a Flobert pistol towards employees of the Regional Territorial Recruitment Center and Social Support. He was detained, and a case was opened for obstructing the activities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
A combined unit of the State Emergency Service arrived in the Gironde department to eliminate a large-scale forest fire. Ukrainian specialists will work in the most difficult areas, representing the largest international team.
OPEC+ and allies agreed to increase oil production in September due to the impassability of the Strait of Hormuz. This is the sixth consecutive increase amid the war with Iran.
Over the past day, 172 combat engagements took place. The enemy used 6,595 kamikaze drones and 190 guided aerial bombs.
A representative of Iran's Foreign Ministry stated that the agreement with Oman on a new route does not concern the reopening or closure of the Strait of Hormuz. He called the agreement a necessary but insufficient condition.
As a result of strikes with guided aerial bombs in Zaporizhzhia, 23 people were injured, including two children. Rescuers extinguished the fires, buildings and cars were damaged.
In Odesa, an unknown person fired several shots from a pistol at TCC employees during a public notification. Four TCC employees were injured, police are searching for the shooter.
On Sunday, an Indonesian ferry with 271 people on board caught fire near the island of Java. 225 people were rescued, five died, 41 are missing.
Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi convened an emergency meeting due to the intensification of russian attacks on vessels carrying agricultural products. A comprehensive set of measures to support the industry is being prepared, including financing through banks.
In Odesa, an unknown person opened fire on TCC employees during mobilization. Four servicemen were wounded, one was hospitalized.
Russian troops struck residential areas of the regional center with guided aerial bombs in the evening. One person is reported dead and 21 wounded, including two minors.