Olga Rozgon
The number of victims as a result of the Russian attack on Odesa region has increased to five. Among the wounded are two children, a 12-year-old girl in serious condition.
The water level in the Rhine near Cologne has dropped to 68 cm, breaking the record of 2018. Due to the drought, shipping is experiencing difficulties, and vessels are forced to reduce their load.
French President Macron promised Spain support, including through Frontex, amid the migration crisis in Ceuta. He noted cooperation with Morocco, which allowed the return of over 40,000 people.
Ukraine and Moldova have agreed to temporarily maintain water discharge from the Dniester hydroelectric complex at a level of 85 cubic meters per second. This is due to the critically low water level of the Dniester because of the drought in July 2026.
Chelsea fined £10 million for 74 breaches of FA rules regarding agents. A suspended two-window transfer ban replaced the rescinded points deduction.
Near Wrocław, an Audi with seven Ukrainians under the influence of alcohol crashed into a tree. One of the passengers suffered a spinal fracture while in the trunk.
The director and deputy of a hazardous waste disposal enterprise have been notified of suspicion. Environmental damage due to soil pollution with medical waste amounted to over 2 million hryvnias.
Starting August 1, Kyiv will introduce a new transfer QR ticket for 60 UAH, which allows unlimited transfers on public transport within 90 minutes. The ticket will be valid in the metro, buses, trolleybuses, trams, and the funicular.
Russia imported 30,000 tons of AI-92 gasoline from Morocco due to a fuel shortage caused by Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries. The supplier was Lukoil.
As a result of the Russian Federation's attack on Odesa region, one private house was destroyed and six more were damaged. An 84-year-old man was injured and is receiving assistance.
Ukraine secured the extradition of five individuals from five countries in a week. For the first time in history, Jordan extradited a suspect in the creation of a criminal organization from Dnipro.
The Lviv City Council has approved new rules for using electric scooters. Riding is allowed from the age of 16, mandatory helmet, and on certain sections the speed is limited to 15 km/h.
Italy became the largest importer of liquefied gas in Europe in July thanks to government incentives. Neighboring countries reduced purchases due to rising prices, leading to a lag in storage levels.
A 36-year-old Kyiv resident left ammunition near a restaurant in the Dnipro district. He faces up to 7 years in prison for illegal handling of ammunition.
Prosecutors have sent to court the case against the heads of organizations that prepared Ukrainian children in Crimea for service in the Russian army. They received almost 4.5 million rubles in grants for this activity.
After the fall of a Russian Kh-101 missile in Poland, two disinformation campaigns have been recorded: against Ukraine and the Polish government. Experts warn of the risk of increased social polarization.
In Poland, a 40-year-old man who called for the murder of the President of Ukraine on social media has been detained. He faces up to three years in prison.
Nearly 10,000 deaths in Germany this year have been linked to high temperatures. The elderly have been most affected by the consequences of the heat.
The US nuclear industry remains dependent on Russian uranium, which accounted for 26% of purchases in 2025. A 2024 law bans imports but allows exceptions until January 2028.
Prime Minister of Spain Pedro Sánchez announced the end of the state of emergency due to the fires. The situation in Castile and León remains difficult due to the heat and 10 active fire hotspots.
China's Foreign Ministry called Reuters reports about the intention to transfer 300-400 MANPADS to Iran false. Spokesperson Mao Ning stated that China's role is to promote peace.
In the Egyptian port of Damietta, a drone caused a fire on two vessels during cargo operations. There are no casualties, and the port is operating as usual.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi criticized Bulgaria's approval of the US use of the Bezmer airbase. Bulgaria stated that it would not participate in the conflict.
The Russian government imposed a ban on the export of gasoline and other types of fuel until January 31, 2027. From September 1, the restrictions will not apply to diesel fuel for producers.
President of Poland Karol Nawrocki signed amendments to the education law that ban mobile phones in schools and kindergartens. The ban will take effect on September 1, 2026, with exceptions for educational needs and emergency cases.
From August 1, changes to tariffs on freight railway transportation come into force in Ukraine, providing for a 30% indexation. This is the first revision of tariffs since 2022, which occurs due to rising electricity costs and inflation.
As a result of the night attack on Kyiv, the number of injured has increased to three, a 31-year-old man died. The police received 155 reports of property damage.
The head of the district TCC in Chernihiv region was served a suspicion notice for entering false data into the "Oberih" register regarding the mobilization of 21 military conscripts. The official may have artificially improved the indicators of the mobilization plan's implementation.
The State Property Fund will hold auctions for the privatization of four assets in October, including sanctioned assets. The proceeds from the sale will be directed toward defense and the elimination of the consequences of aggression.
European leaders condemned the Russian attack that violated Poland's airspace. They stated it poses a threat to Europe's security and promised to increase support for Ukraine.