Ukraine's GTS operator reported that gas transit to European customers continues as usual, despite the events near the souj. Nominations have been confirmed, and the physical flow of gas is maintained.
Elder of Erzya people announced loss of 200 thousand representatives over the last 10 years due to Russian policy. Critical situation with studying Erzya language in schools, only 45 minutes per week are allocated.
In the first half of 2024, 15% fewer marriages were concluded in Ukraine compared to last year. At the same time, the number of divorces increased by 1.5 times, and the number of marriage agreements increased by a quarter.
Since September, Ukrainian children in Poland have been required to attend school. For non-compliance, parents will be fined 100 zlotys, and from 2025 they may be deprived of 800+ payments.
The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 40. 9926 UAH/USD, down 1 kopeck. In banks, a dollar can be bought for UAH 41.30 and sold for UAH 40.85. On the interbank market, the rate is 40.92-40.96 UAH/USD.
The State Customs Service has clarified the conditions for exemption from taxation of energy equipment in postal and express shipments. For preferential clearance, you must provide full information about the goods and indicate the benefit code.
The chairman of the Bundestag Defense Committee is not against Ukraine's use of Leopard 2 tanks in Russia. He noted that after the transfer, these are Ukrainian weapons, and the territory of both countries is a war zone.
Ukrainian soldiers are mastering new methods of warfare: by rejecting the outdated ones, the Armed Forces can act unconventionally and fulfill their plans with absolute precision. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized this during the presentation of the Army+ platform
Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko met with a delegation of U. S. congressmen to discuss Ukraine's preparations for the fall and winter and the protection of energy facilities.
Ukrzaliznytsia has sent a train with the first children's car on the Kharkiv-Yasinia route. The car is adapted for comfortable travel for families with children, equipped with interactive elements and special markings.
The President of Ukraine announced the upcoming presentation of the educational app 'Mriya' in September. The app is intended for parents, children and teachers and will be the third element of the 'digital country'.
OP advisor Mykhailo Podolyak believes that Russia will agree to negotiations only when it realizes that the war is not going according to its plan. This will happen when Russian losses increase and the war spreads deeper into its territory.
Russia has launched a record number of strikes with its KABs in the Sumy region, dropping 56 bombs. Two people were killed in Mohrytsia - a 22-year-old brother and his 6-year-old sister who refused to be evacuated.
The President of Ukraine has presented a new application 'Army+' for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The app is designed to simplify bureaucratic processes and will include electronic reports, Army ID, polls, and secure communication between soldiers.
The Ukrainian Navy spokesperson explained that the destruction of the Rostov-on-Don submarine was the result of Russia's unsuccessful information policy. After the first strike, the Russians moved the boat, which provoked a second strike.
The Ukrainian Navy spokesman said that Russia is using only submarines in the Black Sea, no surface ships have been observed. In the Sea of Azov, the enemy left the area due to the threat of attack.
The Minister of Digital Transformation said that 95% of drones for the Armed Forces are produced in Ukraine. Production is growing, with about 300 companies manufacturing various types of drones, including FPV and reconnaissance drones.
The enemy attacked 4 border districts of Sumy region, using 52 guided aerial bombs. Sumy district suffered the most, where 22 settlements were under fire all night and morning.
The President of Ukraine showed a video about the path to receiving the F-16. Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine had been asking for the planes since the first day of the invasion, and had gradually achieved the result through joint efforts.
Oil prices jumped due to concerns about supply risks in the Middle East and declining US inventories. Brent rose to $78.39 and WTI to $75.39 per barrel, recovering from the lows of 2024.
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 40. 9847 UAH/USD, strengthening it by 5 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is set at 44.76 UAH/euro, and the dollar is trading at 41.87-41.92 UAH on the interbank market.
In Solotvyno community of Ivano-Frankivsk region, 143 cases of viral hepatitis A have been registered, including 127 in the village of Porohy. Most of the patients are students of the local lyceum, which has been suspended.
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said that the school year in the capital will traditionally begin on September 1. Only schools with proper shelters will be open, and students of schools without shelters will be able to attend neighboring institutions.
53% of Ukrainians consider the lack of personnel to be a problem, according to a survey by the Razumkov Center. Other labor market problems include mobilization, the outflow of personnel abroad, and the shadowing of economic relations.
The survey showed an increase in the number of Ukrainians who prefer official employment from 62. 2% to 74.2%. 29.6% of respondents felt an increase in financial security.
At the 2024 Olympics in Paris, organizers forced Ukrainian canoeist Anastasia Rybachok to cover part of the "I am Ukrainian" sign on her boat. The International Canoe Federation considers this inscription to be propaganda.
In occupied Crimea, there are calls for the deportation of those who are waiting for the return of the Ukrainian government. A representative of a pro-russian organization proposes to legislate the term "waiting" and start deporting such citizens.
Mykyta Kuzmenko was nominated for an MTV VMA for his work on Dua Lipa's 'Illusion' music video. He is known for his work on the films 'Living Fire' and 'Pamphire', as well as music videos for famous artists.
The National Military Memorial Cemetery is not yet accepting applications for the burial or reburial of fallen soldiers. Preparations for the construction are underway, and a website with an application form is in the process of being created.
Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration Ihor Zhovkva met with the new Ambassador of India Ravi Shankar. They discussed preparations for the second Peace Summit, the implementation of the Peace Formula and bilateral cooperation.
