Julia Shramko
Ship traffic through the strait almost ceased after the US Navy seized an Iranian vessel. Brent oil prices rose to $94.75 due to the threat to the truce.
The EU is discussing unblocking funds and changing Budapest's position on Ukraine. Hungary must meet the conditions by the end of August to receive 10.4 billion euros.
The EC spokesperson assured that there are capacities for fuel production and preparations for various scenarios. The new energy package will take into account the impact of the current crisis.
An explosion followed by a fire occurred on the territory of an enterprise near Rivne. Eight people are known to have been injured, one of whom is in serious condition.
The enemy is trying to infiltrate across the border in Sumy region, using green zones. Defense forces are holding back assaults, there is no deep breakthrough.
Defense forces attacked the Tuapse oil refinery, an oil depot in Crimea, and two large landing ships. Ammunition depots and UAVs were also destroyed in several regions.
Rumen Radev's coalition received 44. 7% of the votes in the parliamentary elections. The politician opposes supplying weapons to Ukraine and supports ties with Russia.
As a result of the Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia, one person was killed and four were injured. Among the victims is a child, and residential buildings and structures were damaged.
The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry called nuclear assets sacred and ruled out their transfer abroad. Tehran also does not plan new negotiations due to the incident at sea.
The occupiers struck Pryluky with drones, injuring a local resident. As a result of the attack, the territory of the district police department caught fire and a car was damaged.
Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania did not allow the Slovak Prime Minister to fly through their territory to the parade. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called on other states to follow this step.
An earthquake with a magnitude of up to 7. 5 struck off the coast of Japan. Authorities urged residents to evacuate immediately due to a three-meter tsunami threat.
Due to enemy attacks on energy facilities, parts of six regions were left without electricity. Energy workers are carrying out repair work, and consumption restrictions are not planned.
A Russian kamikaze drone crashed into the wall of Serhiy Beskrestnov's house overnight. The minister's advisor was injured, but his home was completely destroyed.
During 2026, UAH 296 million was reimbursed to the state thanks to the work of prosecutors. These funds will be directed to ensure Ukraine's defense needs.
A man who was in critical condition after the shooting died in the hospital. Currently, seven people are hospitalized, including four adults in intensive care.
The enemy damaged rolling stock, workshops, and power grids in the Kharkiv region. There were no casualties, and railway workers are already carrying out restoration work at the facilities.
Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan ignores social democrats' demands to resign. The political crisis threatens the country's budget and could lead to a minority government.
The GUR special unit disabled two large landing ships and the Podlyot station in Sevastopol. The total cost of the destroyed equipment exceeds 155 million dollars.
The body of the deputy with a gunshot wound was discovered in the morning in the Primorsky district. The police are considering the version of suicide and are establishing all the circumstances of the incident.
206 combat engagements were recorded over the day, a third more than the previous figure. The enemy used over 7,700 drones and launched 71 airstrikes.
A state of emergency has been declared in New Zealand's capital due to record rainfall and landslides. One person is missing, and the city received 77 mm of precipitation in one hour.
Canada's Prime Minister called for economic diversification due to new US tariffs. Carney plans to attract investments and strengthen security regardless of the neighbor.
The Pontiff expressed solidarity with Ukrainians over attacks on civilians and supported a ceasefire in Lebanon. He called for dialogue and peace in the East.
The Defense Forces neutralized 113 enemy UAVs of various types during the night attack. 28 hits were recorded at 18 locations, and combat operations are currently ongoing.
Anthropic is discussing the implementation of new AI models with the EU and has committed to adhering to the code of practice. A risk assessment of the services is currently underway.
The Foreign Minister announced the Russia's preparation of massive strikes. Ukraine is ready for a ceasefire and is awaiting a negotiating team from the United States.
The European Commission has refuted the IEA's statement about kerosene reserves running out in six weeks. Currently, there are no signs of a systemic shortage or a threat of flight cancellations.
At CinemaCon, the trailer for the new Avengers was presented, Top Gun 3 was announced, a sequel to The Social Network, and Val Kilmer's return with the help of AI.
Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings is stepping down as the company's chairman. This caused shares to fall amid slowing revenue growth for the giant.