Chief of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine Kirill Budanov said that an international tribunal over Russia is unlikely without its strategic defeat. He emphasized that the process of establishing the tribunal could take a long time, just like the Nuremberg trials after World War II.
The arrival of the F-16 in Ukraine could lead to the creation of new service companies, the expert believes.
The head of the Defense Intelligence believes that it will be easier to regain Crimea through the Crimean Bridge and the Perekop Isthmus. Budanov refutes the myth of the peninsula's impregnability, recalling its conquest in the past.
The head of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine, Kyrylo Budanov, outlined his vision of victory in the war with Russia. He believes that returning to the 1991 borders is possible through a combination of military force, diplomacy, and other factors.
The head of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine, Kirill Budanov, said that the main offensive of the Russian army will soon end due to the loss of offensive potential. According to him, after the recession, there will be new attempts by the enemy to attack.
RTX has signed a $478 million contract with NSPA to supply GEM-T missiles to Germany. This will restore Patriot stockpiles after the assistance to Ukraine, and Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway are also participating in the financing.
The head of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine, Kirill Budanov, said that problems with mobilization in Russia began 3 months ago. Despite significant monetary incentives, the flow of volunteers is decreasing dramatically, with a shortfall of almost 10%.
Operators of FPV drones of the 3rd Regiment of the Special Forces stopped the occupiers' offensive in the Zaporizhzhia sector. Two Russian soldiers who tried to surrender were evacuated and taken prisoner.
Bitcoin rose to $56,952, continuing its recovery from the fall. The overall growth of cryptocurrencies has slowed down due to economic factors and regulatory uncertainty in the United States.
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 0381 UAH/USD, strengthening it by 16 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is set at 44.79 UAH/euro, and the dollar is trading at UAH 41.01-41.03 on the interbank market.
A video was posted on Telegram channels, presumably filmed in the Kursk region, showing two airplanes in the sky and a car with fuel burning on the side of the road.
A 50-year-old man in the village of Bohdanivka cut his partner's face with a glass and stabbed her with a knife. The suspect was served a notice of suspicion of unfinished attempted murder.
The Deputy Minister of Energy reported that some capacities have been restored. The power grid is expected to cope better with the upcoming heat wave, but consumers are urged to save electricity during peak hours.
Work continues on the construction of defenses and an additional bridge near the Kerch Bridge. Active construction continues from the arched spans to the Kuban, and piles are being installed.
The Kolotylivka-Pokrovka checkpoint on the border with Russia was closed on August 6. This corridor was used to return people from the occupied territories to the government-controlled areas.
A rocket attack on the center of Kharkiv injured 8 people, including an 8-month-old child. Rescuers are conducting search operations, there is significant damage to buildings and cars.
In July 2024, Ukraine exported $3 billion worth of goods, mainly to the EU and China. The most exported products were wheat, rapeseed, barley, and ores, with Poland, Spain, Germany, and China as the main partners.
The price of bitcoin rose by 8. 2% to $55,690 after falling to $49,000. The recovery of cryptocurrencies is uncertain due to fears of a recession in the US and a possible sale of $2 billion worth of assets by the government.
In July, Ukraine exported a record 219 thousand tons of semi-finished iron products worth $109. 4 million. The country's total exports increased by 9% compared to June, reaching almost $3 billion.
The National Military Memorial Cemetery is completing preparatory work for the construction of the first launch complex. The tombstones will be made of natural light stone, financed from the state budget.
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 1966 UAH/USD, strengthening it by 3 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is set at 45.14 UAH/euro, and the dollar is trading at 41.11-41.13 UAH on the interbank market.
On the territory of one of the enterprises of Kharkiv, an unused structure caught fire. The fire was localized, there were no injuries. According to preliminary data, there was a spontaneous combustion at the cooling tower, which did not work for more than 20 years.
Military expert Valery Ryabykh believes that the presence of F16s in Ukraine will force russians to use tactical weapons more cautiously. He believes that he believes that Ukraine needs at least 5 brigades of such fighters.
Military expert Valery Ryabykh suggests that the F-16 could have been purchased in Ukraine earlier and helped repel the largest drone attack of the Russian Federation this year. He believes that the fighter radars could improve the effectiveness of Ukrainian air defense.
A spokesman for the Siversk unit reported an increase in enemy use of FPV drones and attack UAVs in Sumy and Chernihiv regions. The enemy also continues to shell the border and conduct reconnaissance activities. The situation is tense but under control.
German brand Hugo Boss has sold its business in Russia to its wholesale partner Stockmann. The company has completely withdrawn from the Russian market due to the war in Ukraine, having fulfilled its contractual obligations to its partners.
In the first half of 2024, 87,655 children were born in Ukraine, which is 9% less than last year. For every newborn, there are three deaths, indicating a deep demographic crisis.
In the Orikhivsk sector, Ukrainian forces repelled 7 enemy attacks without losing positions. The enemy is attacking in small infantry groups without armored vehicles, and there are no drastic changes in the nature of the actions and the number of troops.
There are 249 thousand job offers on the Unified Job Portal. The greatest demand is for service workers, skilled workers, professionals and specialists.
Bitcoin fell by 12% to 51,995 ljkfhsd, hitting a 5-month low on fears of a US recession. Other cryptocurrencies also suffered significant losses, reflecting the general decline in financial markets.
