Antonina Tumanova
The United Kingdom has recorded 35 days with temperatures above 30°C in 2026, breaking the 1995 record. Forecasters are predicting continued heat of up to 36°C, while the UKHSA has issued yellow alerts.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported new contacts with mediators. They are aimed at obtaining packages for air defense.
An employee of the American McMurdo Station was evacuated by an Airbus A319 aircraft due to serious health problems. The rescue operation took place during the Antarctic winter, and the patient was transported to a hospital in New Zealand.
President Zelenskyy said that restoration work is ongoing in Odesa after the strike. As of this morning, more than 300,000 families were without power; a third have already had their electricity restored.
Polls show that Democrats have nearly caught up with Republicans on national security issues and are ahead of them on the economy. This happened because of Trump’s actions, including the war with Iran and tariffs.
Nigeria's military rescued 33 people kidnapped by armed men in the northwest of the country. The attackers fled after coming under fire from the military, and the search continues.
Moldova is preparing proposals to provide Ukraine with 20 locomotives. The ministers discussed competitive transportation costs and new routes to the Port of Constanța.
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.