In Ukraine, a new direction of the "Contract 18-24" program is being launched for drone operators. It provides for a two-year service term and a payment of UAH 1 million in three stages.
The Italian Antitrust Authority has launched an investigation into Meta over an artificial intelligence feature in WhatsApp. The company is suspected of abusing its dominant position by installing the feature without user consent.
On July 31, predominantly dry weather is expected in Ukraine, with the exception of thunderstorms in Chernihiv region, Sumy region, and Poltava region. Air temperature will decrease, ranging from +20°C in the north to +32°C in the south.
A 63-year-old man, wanted for the murder of pensioners in Cherkasy region, committed suicide in Vinnytsia region. He refused to lay down his weapon during negotiations with the police.
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (GUR) gained access to the servers of the "Crimean government," discovering thousands of documents regarding the forced displacement of Ukrainian children. The information has been handed over to law enforcement agencies for the return of the children and the punishment of those responsible.
The President supported the initiative for a complete reboot of ARMA. The head of the agency has been dismissed, and a new competition has been announced with the involvement of international partners.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Heggset has privately discussed the idea of running for political office in Tennessee next year. To do this, he would have to resign, as the Department of Defense prohibits civilian employees from running for political office.
On the "Zoloty Bereh" beach in Odesa, three teenagers on a mattress were carried out to sea; they were rescued. A similar incident occurred on the "Vidrada" beach with three men, who were also rescued.
The SBU detained an FSB agent in the Defense Forces in the Kharkiv region, who was adjusting enemy fire on the positions of his unit and collecting data for the occupiers' "breakthroughs". The detainee is in custody for treason and faces life imprisonment.
In May, Ukrainian banks issued 599 mortgage loans totaling UAH 1. 1 billion. Most loans were granted in the primary real estate market, and Kyiv Oblast and Kyiv became leaders in terms of volume.
Ukraine's leading allies in Europe plan to approach the EU for tens of billions of euros in loans for joint procurement of weapons for Ukraine and to strengthen their own defense. The SAFE program envisages loans for weapons, financed by EU debt with a 45-year repayment period.
In Cherkasy region, three workers died during repair work at a dairy farm. Six more people were injured as a result of the incident.
On the night of July 30, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 78 attack UAVs. Defense forces shot down 51 enemy drones in the north and east of the country.
At night, the enemy attacked railway infrastructure in Dnipropetrovsk region. The station in Pavlohrad, tracks, and contact network were damaged, train routes have been changed.
In Troieshchyna, a man sustained facial injuries due to a parking conflict. The 19-year-old shooter has been detained and faces up to seven years in prison.
Dnipropetrovsk region was subjected to a night drone attack, 24 units were shot down. Hits were recorded in Pavlohrad and Synelnykove district, two people were injured.
US President Donald Trump stated that he intends to allow Ukrainians who fled the war to remain in the US until its conclusion.
Gusts of wind and rain de-energized 228 settlements in 9 regions of Ukraine. Oblenergo brigades are working to restore power supply.
As a result of the night drone attack on Kharkiv, three people were injured, two of whom were rescued. Residential buildings, commercial properties, and vehicles were damaged, including three cars and a car wash that burned down.
The US Treasury Secretary warned China about high tariffs on Russian oil, but Beijing declared the protection of energy sovereignty. China remains the largest buyer of Russian oil, despite the threat of sanctions.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen, discussing Ukraine's European integration and the bill on anti-corruption bodies. The parties agreed on an urgent vote for the presidential bill in the Verkhovna Rada this week.
Since the beginning of the day, 73 combat engagements have taken place at the front, 29 of which occurred in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy also attacked border settlements and carried out attacks in various directions.
As a result of the night attack on Kamianske, 22 people were injured, including 10 medical workers. One of the medics and a pregnant woman are in serious condition.
The director and chief economist of "Teplokomunservis" in Kyiv region are suspected of embezzling over UAH 13. 2 million in budget funds through inflated tariffs. The former head of the housing and communal services department of the Bucha City Council is also suspected of negligence that contributed to these losses.
In the village of Novoplatonivka, Izium district, Kharkiv region, 5 people died and 3 were injured as a result of a Russian strike during the distribution of humanitarian aid. The enemy also shelled the village of Pisky-Radkivski, causing fires.
In Diia, over 52% of requests are processed by an AI consultant, and an AI assistant helps operators. This optimizes team work and improves service delivery.
As a result of the Russian air strike on the Bilenkivska correctional colony on July 28, 2025, 16 convicts died, and 44 were hospitalized. The headquarters, quarantine unit, and dining hall of the institution were destroyed.
The Ministry of Development announced the development of a roadmap for updating parking policy in Ukraine. This involves creating a new legislative framework, transparent accounting and control mechanisms, and supporting digital transformation.
The National Bank of Ukraine is considering the possibility of gradually withdrawing 10-kopeck coins from cash circulation, starting from October 1, 2025. This will allow reducing the costs of their production and circulation, as these coins have lost a significant role in settlements.
Taisiia Onofriichuk won four medals at the World Challenge Cup stage in Romania, including two golds. She will conclude the competitive year at the World Championships in Rio de Janeiro.
