Syria's interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, has declared the protection of the Druze community a priority following reports of troop withdrawals from As-Suwayda. This comes after Israeli airstrikes on Damascus and amid inter-communal clashes that have resulted in over 350 deaths.
In Kryvyi Rih, a 43-year-old woman was injured as a result of a UAV attack; she received assistance on the spot. Rescuers extinguished the fire that broke out after the strikes.
In Kryvyi Rih, Dnipropetrovsk region, the aftermath of the Russian drone attack is being eliminated. A headquarters to assist people has been set up near the impact site.
In the morning, an enemy UAV attacked the Kaniv community of Cherkasy region, hitting an infrastructure facility. All necessary services are working on site, information regarding casualties is being clarified.
International visitors arrive at the DreamVille campsite at Tomorrowland festival after a fire destroyed the main stage. Organizers confirm the opening of the campsite and welcoming guests, while seeking a solution for the festival weekend.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy submitted to the Verkhovna Rada the candidacies of Andriy Sybiha for the post of Minister of Foreign Affairs and Denys Shmyhal for the post of Minister of Defense.
A presidential draft resolution on the appointment of Yulia Svyrydenko as Prime Minister of Ukraine has been submitted to the Verkhovna Rada. The information is posted on the parliament's website.
Maureen Comey, the federal prosecutor who handled cases against Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, and Sean "Diddy" Combs, has been dismissed from the US Department of Justice. The reasons for her dismissal are unknown, but it occurred amid dissatisfaction from Trump and the Department of Justice.
An explosion was recorded in Kryvyi Rih, Dnipropetrovsk region, as a result of a Shahed drone attack. The approach of two more drones has been warned.
The German Ministry of Defense has no information about current supplies of Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, despite Donald Trump's statements. A meeting of partner states will take place on Monday to discuss additional supplies.
After 7:00, the enemy launched a massive drone attack on Shostka district of Sumy region, hitting several communities. Residential buildings were damaged, fires broke out, and rescuers are eliminating the consequences.
In Chernihiv, a fire broke out at night at the city market, where kiosks and the roof of the meat pavilion caught fire. 53 rescuers and 14 units of equipment promptly extinguished the blaze, preventing a large-scale spread of the fire.
On the night of July 17, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 64 attack UAVs, of which 59 were of the Shahed type, 36 were shot down. The main blow fell on the Dnipropetrovsk region, 23 UAVs were recorded hitting 5 locations.
Over the past day, 160 combat engagements were recorded, almost a third of which took place in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy launched 1 missile and 78 air strikes, used 4150 kamikaze drones, and carried out 5662 shellings.
Gold prices fell by 0. 2% to $3340.79 per ounce due to a strengthening dollar and easing market tensions. This occurred after Donald Trump's statement about the "highly unlikely" dismissal of Fed Chairman Jerome Powell.
During the night, Dnipro suffered a massive drone attack, 22 of which were destroyed. As a result of hits, one person died, five were wounded, and enterprises and outbuildings were damaged.
Oil prices rose in early trading on Thursday, recovering from the previous session's decline. Brent and WTI futures rose by 0.39% and 0.47% respectively.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 63 combat engagements over the past day, most of which occurred in the Pokrovsk and Lyman directions. The enemy also launched air strikes and shelled border settlements in Sumy Oblast.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha confirmed Ukraine's readiness for peace talks in any format and geographical zone. He refuted Russia's statements about delaying negotiations, calling them manipulation.
Another tornado has been recorded in Kherson Oblast, as reported by the head of the Kherson Oblast Military Administration, Oleksandr Prokudin. Meteorologists warn of a possible increase in such phenomena in Ukraine due to climate change.
In Volyn region, lightning struck a residential building where a mother and three children were staying, causing a fire. The woman managed to lead the children to safety before the arrival of rescuers, who promptly extinguished the blaze.
Train service on Kyiv Metro's "red" line has been restored to normal. "Lisova" and "Chernihivska" stations are again open for entry and exit after temporary closure due to a grass fire.
Syrian media report a new Israeli airstrike on the presidential palace in Damascus. The military does not comment on the latest incident, which occurred after a previous strike on the Syrian military headquarters.
Israel reportedly struck the headquarters of the Syrian armed forces in Damascus. This occurred after statements by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz regarding the withdrawal of Syrian troops from Suweida, where clashes are ongoing.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a bill on applying sanctions to Russian sea and air vessels that transport oil, weapons, and military personnel. The sanctions will apply to specific vessels with a unique registration number.
In Kyiv, train movement on the "red" metro line has been temporarily changed. "Lisova" and "Chernihivska" stations are closed for entry due to grass burning near the tracks.
Ukrainian company Frontline and German-Ukrainian drone manufacturer Quantum Systems have concluded a strategic agreement. The partnership envisages scaling up production in Ukraine and integration into the European defense industry.
Chinese company Pop Mart, creator of the popular Labubu dolls, expects profit growth of 350% and revenue to triple in the first six months of the year. This is due to global demand for Labubu, which has caused a frenzy and a resale market.
Subcommittees of the US House of Representatives and Senate approved NASA budget bills at the level of $24. 8-24.9 billion, rejecting the White House's proposal for an almost 25% cut. This will allow maintaining the space agency's funding at the current level.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with government officials on the defense sector, discussing weapons production and supplies for the army. Denys Shmyhal, Herman Smetanin, and Rustem Umerov were present at the meeting.
