Russian troops conducted 138 attacks on 12 communities in Sumy region. They used aerial bombs, artillery, mortars and drones. A 9-year-old child was wounded in the Sumy community.
A fire broke out at Zaporizhzhia NPP, probably due to the occupiers' negligence. The Russians use the plant as a military base, which significantly increases the risk of a radiation accident.
The State Emergency Service reports a stable radiation situation in Ukraine as of 00:00 on August 12. No changes have been detected near Zaporizhzhia NPP, no man-made radionuclides have been detected. Monitoring is ongoing.
Turkish authorities have warned Telegram of possible blocking due to the lack of response to demands to close channels with illegal information. Channels with drugs, prostitution, and child pornography were found in the messenger.
Joe Biden explained his decision to withdraw from the election by his desire to see Trump defeated. He called Trump a danger to democracy and promised to support Kamala Harris' candidacy.
IAEA experts observed heavy smoke at ZNPP after the explosions in the evening. The plant's team reported a possible drone attack on the cooling tower, with no impact on nuclear safety.
There were 71 combat engagements over the last day. The occupants launched 4 missile and 45 air strikes and fired almost 2,300 times at Ukrainian positions using various types of weapons.
As of 10:30 p. m., no changes in the radiation situation in the vicinity of ZNPP were recorded. The Minister of Internal Affairs reported on the enhanced monitoring of the situation and the operational work of the Ukrhydrometeorological Center posts near the plant.
The Hamas leader conveyed to Israel a message about his desire to conclude a ceasefire agreement. The US calls on Israel to agree to the deal to avoid escalation of the conflict.
Ukraine finished in 22nd place in the medal standings of the 2024 Olympics, its best result in 12 years. The United States won the medal standings, outperforming China in terms of the number of silver medals.
President Zelenskyy reported a fire on the territory of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, set by the Russian occupiers. He emphasized that the situation cannot be normal while the plant is under Russian control.
Hundreds of wildfires have broken out in Greece, covering Athens in smoke. Authorities have declared a state of emergency due to extreme weather conditions and a high risk of fires in half of the country.
The head of the Nikopol district administration reported that Russians may have set tires on fire in a cooling tower on the occupied bank of the Kakhovka reservoir. This could be a provocation or an attempt to create panic, but ZNPP is operating normally.
The Odesa Eparchy of the OCU expressed gratitude for the renaming of streets in honor of Princes Volodymyr the Great and Yaroslav the Wise. The church thanked the community, authorities, and activists for preserving the memory of the prominent builders of Ukraine.
As part of the 'Made in Ukraine' program, a Craft Business Forum was held in Odesa. 58 manufacturers presented their products, and the participants discussed the industry's development prospects and cooperation opportunities.
Ilya Novikov, Petro Poroshenko's personal lawyer, received a mobilization reservation through the Zorya Podillya agricultural firm. The firm is affiliated with the Poroshenko family and actively submits lists of employees for booking.
58 craft producers from Odesa region presented their products at the forum as part of the Made in Ukraine program. The event became a platform for cooperation and discussion of prospects for the development of craft business in the region.
Former deputy head of the Prosecutor General's Office Andriy Smirnov said that NABU detectives and SAPO prosecutors had purchased luxury assets at low prices by registering them in their relatives' names. He also criticized the NABU report and called the heads of the anti-corruption agencies 'random'.
The NABU director announced preparations for an independent audit of the bureau. International partners submitted to the Cabinet of Ministers a list of candidates for the commission that will review the activities of anti-corruption officials.
Yelena Duma accuses the Prosecutor General's Office of not selling Medvedchuk's yacht. Experts suggest that the delay in the sale could have been motivated by financial rewards.
The head of the Association of Energy Auditors of Ukraine advises residents of apartment buildings to participate in programs for the purchase of alternative energy sources. This will help to meet the needs for heat and water supply during possible outages.
The village of Melnyky hosted the largest peony planting during the Kruty Zamys festival. The initiative is aimed at developing tourism and supporting the Armed Forces of Ukraine by uniting the community and business.
NABU Director Semen Kryvonos approved the conclusion of an internal investigation into possible pressure on whistleblowers. Violations were recorded, and the conclusion was submitted to the disciplinary commission.
The NABU intends to question more than a thousand ATO soldiers in the case of ex-Minister Solsky, despite their participation in the fighting. Expert examinations and court rulings cast doubt on the validity of NABU's suspicions of illegal land acquisition.
The NABU director continues to insist on creating an expert institution at the bureau, despite the warnings of foreign partners.
Bread producers in Ukraine are warning of possible disruptions and a 15-20% rise in product prices. The reasons: a 50% rise in flour prices, higher prices for other ingredients and electricity.
Delays in the sale of Medvedchuk's yacht: is it possible that the head of the ARMA is supporting pro-Russian forces?.
Ukraine will fulfill the IMF's requirements to receive financial assistance, says economist Andriy Novak. Among the requirements are changes to the legislation on an open competition for the position of the DGF director by spring 2025.
The case against Zyma, the National Bank's chief lawyer, may become a flagship in the fight against corruption or a major obstacle to investment.
The history of Gulliver's loan is an example of how large investment projects can face financial difficulties, but with the right and appropriate strategy and support from lenders, they can stabilize their position and continue to develop.
