Julia Shramko
As a result of the Russian Federation's massive attack on Kyiv and the region, fires broke out at two Silpo distribution centers. Six employees were killed; the number of injured is being уточнено.
Trump rejected Zelenskyy's request for hundreds of Patriot missiles, citing dwindling U. S. stocks.
The European Commission allocates €1. 4 billion to Ukraine, obtained from frozen Russian assets, in response to Russia's massive attack. Prime Minister Koretskyi said that the funds will go toward the country's defense and resilience.
Elevated levels of air pollution have been recorded in Vyshneve, Obukhiv, and Brovary. Firefighting is ongoing at five locations, with firefighting robots and helicopters deployed.
According to the GUR, Russia plans to deploy a North Korean missile unit with 120 missiles and six launchers. This is an expansion of military cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang.
As a result of the enemy attack on the Kyiv region, 16 people were killed and another 29 were wounded. The largest number of casualties was recorded in Brovary District — 10 people killed.
In 2026, applicants submitted 1,189,960 applications to higher education institutions, 28% more than last year. Lviv Polytechnic received the most applications, while management was the most popular field of study.
On the night of August 5, 2026, the Defense Forces of Ukraine struck UAV control centers and other enemy facilities. A crossing over the Mokri Yaly River in Donetsk region and a warehouse in Crimea were also destroyed.
On Wednesday night, a ROZETKA distribution warehouse in Brovary was destroyed as a result of a Russian attack. Co-owner Iryna Chechotkina said that the facility cannot be restored, but the company continues to operate.
Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi reported urgent meetings with businesses to ensure the operation of logistics following Russian attacks. "Epicentr" and "Nova Poshta" came under attack; there were fatalities and injuries.
A massive Russian attack destroyed two key logistics complexes of "Epicentr" in Kyiv and Kalynivka; the logistics center in Kyiv was completely burned down. One employee was killed and three were injured; ceramic tile production has been halted, and restoration will take up to two years.
Due to hostilities and bad weather, consumers in six and three regions, respectively, were left without electricity. Ukrainians were urged to use electricity sparingly because of the heat.
Mexican influencer César Gastélum was shot dead during a live broadcast outside a fast-food restaurant in Culiacán. Authorities are conducting a security operation amid a conflict between criminal groups.
As a result of Russia's ballistic attack on Kyiv and the region, 17 people were killed and another 44 were wounded. The strikes hit civilian facilities, including warehouses and a brewery.
As a result of the Russian attack, the largest number of casualties in Brovary district occurred at a railway station; 8 people were killed. Brovary District State Administration Head Vitalii Bihun reported this on the telethon.
The European Commission is working with Hungary and Slovakia on diversification and phasing out Russian oil. They have an exemption from sanctions because of the "Druzhba" oil pipeline.
Over the past day, 259 combat clashes took place on the front, most of them on the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions. The occupiers used more than 10,000 kamikaze drones and 295 guided aerial bombs.
On the night of August 5, Russia attacked Ukraine with 28 missiles, including 24 ballistic missiles and 4 "Tsirkons", and 115 drones. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 98 unmanned aerial vehicles; missile strikes were recorded at 26 locations.
The US, Iran, and Oman are nearing a 60-day interim agreement to restore operations in the Strait of Hormuz. The deal provides for the separation of vessel traffic and mine clearance, but requires Iran's approval.
As a result of Russia's massive overnight attack on Kyiv, 26 people were injured, 16 of them hospitalized. One person was killed, Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported.
As a result of the night massive Russian attack on the logistics infrastructure of Kyiv region, there are, preliminarily, casualties found near the railway platform. Train traffic was suspended, restoration works are ongoing in the Brovary district.
Spotify forecasts 788 million active users in the third quarter, below analysts' estimates of 793. 5 million. Operating profit will amount to 670 million euros, also missing forecasts, causing shares to fall by 6.4%.
In the village of Sukhovolya, a 68-year-old driver of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, found to be intoxicated upon examination, hit a 38-year-old serviceman who died at the scene. The tragedy was witnessed by the victim's 17-year-old son.
Ukrainian border guards rescued a 17-year-old citizen of Hungary who was carried to the Ukrainian bank by the strong current of the Tisza. Another 20-year-old young man, unfortunately, drowned; his body was found by Hungarian colleagues.
In July, Ukrainians invested a record amount in domestic government bonds, increasing the portfolio to UAH 159. 3 billion. Overall, in January-July, the state budget received UAH 310.2 billion from bond placement.
Beijing is worried about the cyber capabilities of Mythos and other American AI models, viewing them as potential offensive weapons. China is developing possible responses, including sanctions, if the US takes action against its companies in this sector.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Rob Jetten. They discussed strengthening of air defense, russian strikes, and the opening of four clusters of negotiations on EU accession.
According to the State Statistics Service, in the second quarter of 2026, Ukraine's real GDP grew by 0. 6% compared to the same period in 2025. Compared to the previous quarter, growth amounted to 0.4% taking into account the seasonal factor.
Russian troops attacked a civilian enterprise in Bohodukhiv with two missiles, three people were injured. Hits were also recorded in Derhachi and a strike on Balakliia, where two were wounded.
Today the enemy attacked the port infrastructure of the Mykolaiv district with Shahed-type UAVs. A civilian vessel was damaged, preliminarily without casualties.