Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets announced that he had begun receiving information about prisoners from the Russian Federation. He emphasized the need to put pressure on Russia and the ICRC to ensure proper treatment of Ukrainian prisoners of war.
Remzi Bekirov, a Crimean journalist convicted by the Russian Federation, is being held in a detention center in Krasnoyarsk. He was denied a transfer closer to home, having previously been sentenced to 19 years in prison on charges of involvement in a banned party.
On Tuesday afternoon, a helicopter crashed into the roof of a farm near the town of Killucan in Ireland. Two 40-year-old men were killed - an Irish citizen and an Eastern European.
Riots broke out in Southport after an attack on children that left three dead. Protesters clashed with police near a mosque, setting fire to a police van and attacking law enforcement officers.
The Israeli Defense Forces reported the killing of Fouad Shukr, a Hezbollah leader, during an attack on Beirut. Hezbollah had previously denied this information, claiming that Shukr had survived.
The Russian military conducted 8 attacks in Sumy region on July 30, with 17 attacks recorded. The attacks included the use of FPV drones, mortars, and artillery on various communities in the region.
Democratic candidate Kamala Harris received 43% of voter support, compared to 42% for Donald Trump. Harris strengthened her position after Joe Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race.
In mid-July, a Finnish citizen who was helping the Ukrainian Armed Forces was killed north of occupied Donetsk. This is the fourth volunteer from Finland to be killed in Ukraine.
Drones have been spotted in Kyiv region, air defense forces are working on targets. KCMA urges to stay in shelters until the end of the air raid and to observe information silence.
Russia has authorized the use of cryptocurrencies in international trade to circumvent Western sanctions. The new law will come into force in September, but will not affect the ban on cryptocurrencies in the country.
There were 108 combat engagements in various sectors of the frontline. The most intense fighting continues in the Pokrovsk sector, where the enemy conducted 40 assault and offensive actions.
An air alert was declared in Kyiv and several regions after the explosion in the capital. The air force warned of the threat of ballistic missiles from the north and the possible use of kamikaze drones.
Odessa authorities have decided to rename 84 streets, including well-known places. The aim is to break associations with the Soviet past and strengthen the Ukrainian identity, which caused mixed reactions from residents.
A tree fell in Shevchenko Park in Kyiv, killing one person and injuring three others. The police opened a criminal investigation under the article on negligence.
Lithuania plans to appeal Hungary's decision to simplify entry for Russian and Belarusian citizens in the EU. The Lithuanian Foreign Minister believes that this poses a threat to the security of the Schengen area.
Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Khyzhnyak defeated Hungary's Pylyp Akilov in the 80 kg weight category at the 2024 Olympic Games. The Poltava athlete's next fight will take place on August 2.
The Council for Support of Entrepreneurship will discuss the government's draft law on tax increases. The government proposes to increase the military tax to 5%, and for some transactions to 30%.
MP Heorhiy Mazurashu believes that changing the name of Brovary to Brovari is not a priority during the war. He emphasizes that the opinion of the city's residents should play a decisive role in this matter.
Ihor Mosiychuk calls for criminal proceedings to be opened over the delay in the sale of Medvedchuk's yacht. He believes that the head of the ARMA, Olena Duma, should bear political responsibility and resign.
Yulia Sosiedka was recognized as a victim in the criminal proceedings against the Director of the NBU Legal Department. The case concerns the recommendation to withdraw Concorde's claims against the NBU in the amount of UAH 63.5 million.
NABU plans to purchase 10 special vehicles for UAH 14. 2 million with two-zone climate control and Apple Card. The purchase comes amid criticism of the anti-corruption agency's efficiency and costs.
Mass protests have erupted in Venezuela after Nicolas Maduro was declared the winner of the presidential election. The opposition alleges fraud, while the US and a number of countries are demanding that the full results of the vote be made public.
SBI investigators often refuse to recognize citizens as victims in criminal cases. The lawyer explains that this may be due to the fact that law enforcement officers feel impunity and do not want any extra hassle.
Gizo Uglava, a person involved in the NABU investigation, asks for public control over the bureau's affairs. He acknowledges that there are problems with NABU investigations and calls for an objective and independent process.
MHP paid UAH 3. 7 billion in taxes in the first half of 2024.
Banks cannot convert foreign currency loans into hryvnias on their own because of the NBU's ban. The expert believes that this issue can only be resolved by the National Bank of Ukraine.
112 veterans and military personnel competed in four sports as part of the inclusive Victory of the Unconquered competition. The event was supported by MHP to reintegrate the defenders and help them adapt to civilian life.
The festival's total revenue reached UAH 100 million.
The expert believes that the head of the ARMA, Olena Duma, should be held responsible for the possible loss of Medvedchuk's yacht. He called the situation a sign of unprofessionalism or corruption and called for a reboot of the agency.
The government plans to raise the military tax for mobile operators to 5%. Operators consider this a step backwards in terms of accessibility and warn of a possible rise in prices.
