The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the destruction of 178 out of 267 drones launched by Russia. 23 drones were recorded hitting seven locations.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, with 299 votes, suspended the operation of the Convention on the Prohibition of the Use, Stockpiling, Production and Transfer of Anti-Personnel Mines and on their Destruction.
In Ochakiv, Mykolaiv region, a 69-year-old man was wounded as a result of a missile attack and hospitalized. A dry grass fire also broke out outside the city.
Zaporizhzhia region has been under almost continuous air raid alert for over 16 hours due to a massive drone attack. Russians directed 24 "Shaheds" at the regional center, targeting critical infrastructure and civilians.
In Lviv, a 31-year-old man has been notified of suspicion for attacking children. He attacked a 12-year-old boy and a 13-year-old girl, striking her in the neck with scissors.
Nvidia plans to resume sales of H20 AI chips in mainland China, having received assurances from the US government regarding licensing. Chinese companies, including ByteDance and Tencent, are already placing orders for these chips.
EU diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas expressed hope for the adoption of the bloc's 18th package of sanctions against Russia "today or tomorrow. " She also emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine and pressuring Russia.
A flash flood warning has been issued in New York and its surroundings due to severe storms. Roads, subways, and railway tracks are flooded, causing significant traffic delays.
Hard drives containing unreleased songs, concert plans, and setlists by Beyoncé were stolen from a rented car in Atlanta. The theft occurred two days before the singer's first performance in the city.
An 8-year-old boy drowned in Zhuravlivsky Hydropark in Kharkiv. His body was found by SES divers. Since the beginning of the year, 40 children have died in Ukrainian reservoirs.
An explosion occurred in Mykolaiv amid the threat of enemy drones, as reported by Mayor Oleksandr Sienkevych. Prior to this, the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warned about UAVs in Mykolaiv Oblast heading towards Ochakiv and Mykolaiv.
Bitcoin fell 3. 2% to $117,386 after a record surge above $123,000. The pullback occurred amid optimism about US digital asset legislation and a rally in risk assets.
The Defense Committee approved the extension of martial law and mobilization until November 5. The decision will come into force on August 7 and will be valid for 90 days.
Overnight, Russian troops launched three missile strikes on Shostka in Sumy Oblast. A 14-year-old child was injured, sustaining shrapnel wounds from glass, and residential buildings and a medical facility were also damaged.
Oil prices fell after Donald Trump's 50-day deadline for Russia to end the war in Ukraine eased supply concerns. Brent and WTI futures fell 0.2% as Trump's softening stance on sanctions and his tariff plan impacted the market.
A wildfire in the Grand Canyon, which ignited on July 4 from lightning, destroyed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge and over 70 structures. Authorities initially allowed the fire to burn, prompting a federal investigation.
On July 15 at 00:30, Russian troops shelled Rodynske with a "Smerch" MLRS, wounding four civilians. The victims were hospitalized with mine-blast injuries and other damages, and residential buildings were also damaged.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed Ukrainians on the occasion of Statehood Day on July 15, 2025. He emphasized the connection between generations and the indomitability of the Ukrainian people, who, despite the war, maintain humanity and unity.
In Konotop, Sumy region, serious disruptions to water supply are possible, up to hourly supply, after a morning fire. Mayor Artem Semenikhin reported on the situation, without disclosing the cause of the fire.
Over the past day, 185 combat engagements took place on the front, mostly in the Pokrovsk, Lyman, and Novopavlivka directions. The enemy launched two missile strikes, 84 air strikes, and carried out 5521 shellings, involving 3842 kamikaze drones.
US President Donald Trump expressed disappointment with Vladimir Putin, but said he was not done with him. Trump also announced plans to supply weapons to Ukraine and warned of possible tariffs on Russia.
Russian troops attacked the Shostka community in Sumy region, hitting the Svesky psychoneurological dispensary. One person was injured, the dispensary building was destroyed, and over 20 residential buildings were damaged.
Water supply is being restored in Mykolaiv after the accident, Mayor Oleksandr Sienkevych announced. The system is being filled gradually, residents are urged to check internal building networks and stock up on water.
16 enemy drones were shot down in Dnipropetrovsk region. In Dnipro, a multi-story building, 6 private houses, and a gymnasium were damaged, with no casualties. Nikopol region was hit by FPV drones and artillery, with no casualties.
Germany has asked the administration of US President Donald Trump to provide Ukraine with two more Patriot missile batteries. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius discussed this issue with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
On the night of July 15, Mykolaiv region was attacked by Shahed 131/136 UAVs. In Pervomaisk district, two private houses and an outbuilding were damaged, in Voznesensk district, there is infrastructure damage and a fire, which has been extinguished. There are no casualties.
Donald Trump considered the possibility of transferring Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine, capable of reaching Moscow and St. Petersburg. This issue was discussed, but the missiles are currently excluded from the list of supplies.
Since the beginning of July 14, 88 battles have taken place on the front, more than half of which are concentrated in the Pokrovsk, Novopavlivka, and Lyman directions. Ukrainian military personnel are repelling numerous enemy attacks, who are actively using aviation and artillery.
A road accident involving four cars moving in the same direction occurred in Romny district. The driver and passengers of a Nissan Versa, as well as the driver of a Volkswagen Caddy, were injured.
In Sumy, 11 people were injured as a result of Russian drone attacks. One 19-year-old boy was hospitalized, the rest are receiving outpatient treatment.
