The General Staff reported the loss of 100 heavy flamethrower systems by Russian occupiers since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. Among them are "Buratino", "Solntsepyok" and "Tosochka", and the development of TOS-3 "Dragon" was also mentioned.
In France, a 21-year-old man who wounded a police officer with a knife near the finish line of a Tour de France stage was detained. The attacker was stopped by a shot to the leg; he was wanted after escaping from the hospital.
A Ukrainian citizen born in 2007, who disappeared on July 4 in Carovigno, was found dead on July 8. Identification is ongoing, the preliminary cause of death is suicide.
A mother with three children aged 9-13 was rescued from the temporarily occupied territory thanks to the Bring Kids Back UA initiative. The children were subjected to harassment and bullying at school because of their Ukrainian identity.
In Kyiv Oblast, two people were injured in the night attack by Russians. A 44-year-old woman sustained a chest contusion, and a 61-year-old man experienced an acute stress reaction.
Gold prices fell in Asia due to a stronger dollar and uncertainty over US tariffs. US copper futures reached record highs after Trump threatened to impose a 50% tariff on red metal imports.
Ukraine and the EU have started the final review under Cluster 4 "Green Course and Sustainable Development of Transport Infrastructure", considering chapters 15 and 21. Ukraine is a strong player in the EU energy market and is ready for further implementation of the acquis.
The Southern Defense Forces urged residents of Mykolaiv Oblast to avoid coastal areas due to targeted shelling and mine danger. Citizens are asked not to gather on beaches, not to enter the water, and not to publish information about crowds.
French President Emmanuel Macron began a state visit to Great Britain, where a Franco-British summit will take place. Security, defense, nuclear energy, space, innovation, artificial intelligence, migration, culture, and support for Ukraine will be discussed.
Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov announced the reformatting of military education to prepare for future conflicts. Russian universities will adapt their programs based on the experience of aggression against Ukraine and will train IT specialists for the army.
The Ukrainian national team won 14 awards, including six gold medals, at the Junior and U23 European Rowing Championship in Romania. Ukrainians took second place in the overall medal standings.
The Kyiv City State Administration reminds about the danger of leaving animals in cars during hot weather, which can lead to overheating and death. Violations are subject to fines from UAH 3,400 to UAH 5,950, as well as possible confiscation of the animal or imprisonment.
The first malaria drug suitable for infants and very young children has been approved for use. It is expected to be rolled out in African countries within weeks, where malaria caused an estimated 597,000 deaths in 2023, mostly among children under five.
A 19-year-old Lviv resident was detained in Zakarpattia for the thirteenth time attempting to illegally cross the border. He was trying to get to Hungary, seeking better living conditions.
In the first half of 2025, 31,753 electric vehicles were registered in Ukraine, which is 30% more than last year. Among new cars, BYD Song Plus EV and Volkswagen ID. UNYX are leading, while among used cars, Tesla Model Y and Nissan Leaf are the leaders.
The SBU counterintelligence prevented a terrorist attack in Rivne, detaining a Russian agent who planted explosives in a hotel. The woman was recruited through a dating site and received instructions from Russian special services.
Asian stock markets are stable, while the dollar strengthens and oil prices fall after the US announced increased tariffs for 14 countries, including Japan and South Korea, starting August 1. The European Union will not receive new increased tariffs.
Gold prices stabilized after rising due to Trump's tariff threats, which stimulated demand for safe-haven assets. A stronger dollar limited further gains in metal prices.
Ylva Johansson, former European Commissioner for Home Affairs, has been appointed EU Special Representative for Ukrainians. Her role is to strengthen coordination and support the interests of Ukrainians, particularly through the development of Unity Centers.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced conditions for ending the war, including recognition of annexed territories and demilitarization of Ukraine. He also demands the lifting of sanctions, the return of assets, and Ukraine's neutral status.
Four Russian strikes on the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Recruitment Center resulted in the hospitalization of two servicemen with moderate injuries. Additionally, fourteen civilians were wounded, and buildings and cars were damaged.
The Vinnytsia Regional TCC and SP stated that it has no relation to the list of new addresses for citizen reception that appeared on their Facebook page. The post was edited due to third-party interference, and mobilization measures are ongoing.
The government will make a decision to launch the "Schoolchild's Package" cash assistance in the amount of 5,000 hryvnias. The funds are intended for the purchase of school supplies and clothing for first-graders who will study offline.
British intelligence analyzed the verdict of former Russian Deputy Defense Minister Timur Ivanov, sentenced to 13 years for embezzlement. He is the highest-ranking Russian official convicted on such charges, but the verdict does not indicate a fight against corruption, but rather its control.
In the Khotin community of Sumy region, the bodies of two men, aged 60 and 48, were found. They sustained fatal shrapnel wounds as a result of a Russian attack UAV strike.
The Center for Countering Disinformation refuted the Russian fake news about an emergency failure at the South Ukrainian NPP. The station operates in normal mode, as confirmed by IAEA reports.
Ukrainian singer Melovin announced his mobilization into the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine. He will serve in the SBGS ensemble, using music as a weapon.
On July 8, hot weather up to +36 degrees is expected in Ukraine, but cyclone Gabriel will bring thunderstorms to the west, north, Vinnytsia region, and Cherkasy region. In Kyiv, rain with thunderstorms is also possible in the evening.
The Vinnytsia Regional TCC and SP is suspending operations at its old address. The reception of citizens for medical issues is being moved to the Mykola Pirogov Vinnytsia Regional Clinical Hospital, and for social issues – to the "Transparent Office" ASC.
Due to strong winds on the Portuguese island of Madeira, over 100 flights have been canceled in a week. On Sunday, more than 30 planes did not depart, including Wizz Air flights to Poland.
