Antonina Tumanova
Cuba's power grid suffered a complete collapse, causing a nationwide blackout. The grid is suffering from fuel shortages and wear and tear.
Czech police have increased patrols at railway stations and transport hubs amid reports of Russian hybrid attacks. Threat level B is in effect in the country.
Automakers and dealers are asking Trump to maintain the ban on Chinese cars. Ahead of the meeting with Xi, Congress is tightening restrictions.
The German government is discussing a 14-cent cut in the fuel tax and the introduction of a price cap. The discount could be reinstated from October 1.
The White House confirmed that Trump will sign the sanctions bill at 4:30 p. m. The document provides for tariffs of up to 100% on buyers of energy resources from the russian federation.
Two residents of Lviv region are suspected of a terrorist attack near the Stryi Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center, where a serviceman was seriously wounded. Two more IEDs were found in one of their homes.
A woman discovered a colony of bats on her balcony. Rescuers transferred 250 animals to a rehabilitation center; none were harmed.
The government supported the creation of a center within the National Guard to recruit foreigners and stateless persons. It will assist candidates through to training.
Zelenskyy met with the leaders of Romania, Serbia and Poland. They discussed security, European integration, joint production of drones and a new aid package.
The Russian army struck the center of Odesa, injuring five people. An administrative building was damaged, and the fire engulfed several floors.
The boy died after a prolonged lack of medical supervision. The mother and family doctor were served with notices of suspicion.
Air France offsets fuel costs by betting on luxury and premium classes. Revenue from such travel increased by 11%.
Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi announced a reduction in vacant positions and an analysis of duplicated functions in government bodies. The digitalization and training of civil servants will also be reviewed.
The AfD and Putin’s adviser Kirill Dmitriev are preparing a meeting on restoring gas supplies to Germany. Its holding depends on peace in Ukraine.
In the coming weeks, the G7 will discuss energy supplies and strategic reserves. Macron also held talks with French political parties.
Zelenskyy reported the combat destruction of high-speed "Shaheds" by interceptors from two companies. Ukraine is preparing for their mass production.
Law enforcement officers identified two employees of a penal colony from the Tula region suspected of torturing Ukrainian prisoners of war in the Kyiv region.
A device resembling a listening device was found in the official car of Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi. Law enforcement authorities have already been informed about the discovery.
The President discussed defense projects and financing for Ukraine with the President of the European Commission. The leaders agreed to meet in New York.
Trump reported significant progress in negotiations with Poland regarding the US base. Its location may be announced soon.
Russia and China vetoed the extension of the mandate of UN independent experts on sanctions against Iran. Eleven countries supported the resolution.
Ireland will not participate in the 2027 "Eurovision" Song Contest due to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Four other countries had previously boycotted the contest.
Around 40 Czech lawmakers called the elections to Russia’s State Duma illegitimate due to repression and voting in the occupied territories of Ukraine. They urged the EU not to recognize the results and to impose sanctions.
In Zaporizhzhia, an FPV drone damaged an ambulance and injured a paramedic and the driver. The number of people injured on the bus has risen to five, with one in serious condition.
Three people have died of malaria near Frankfurt Airport, although they had not traveled to areas where it is endemic. The cause of the outbreak is being investigated.
The 10-hryvnia coin is dedicated to Volodymyr Ivasyuk and his song "Chervona Ruta. " The mintage is up to 10,000 pieces.
An explosion of an unidentified device occurred near the Stryi District Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center in Mykolaiv. A serviceman was hospitalized in moderate condition.
Wang Yi and Marco Rubio discussed preparations for contacts at the highest level ahead of the expected meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump. The sides also discussed the situation in the Middle East.
A Russian FPV drone struck a bus near a bus stop in Zaporizhzhia’s Kosmichnyi district. Preliminary reports say three people were injured.
In 2026, 217 VLCC supertankers were ordered, compared with 93 throughout 2025. The US-Iran war increased demand for long-distance oil transportation.