The spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, the Dalai Lama, who will turn 90 on July 6, announced his intention to live until he is 130 years old. He voiced this prediction during a ceremony in Dharamshala, where he has resided since 1959.
On July 5, 91 combat engagements took place at the front. The Defense Forces repelled 25 attacks in the Pokrovsk direction, where 5 more battles are ongoing.
On July 5, the UAV Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine struck JSC "VNIIIR-Progress" in Cheboksary, which produces adaptive antenna arrays "Kometa". These arrays are used in Shahed drones, Iskander-K missiles, and UMPK guided bombs, which Russia uses to shell Ukraine.
OPEC+ countries decided to accelerate the increase in oil production in August by 548 thousand barrels per day. Eight participating countries, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, confirmed their commitment to compensation and compliance with the Declaration of Cooperation.
On July 6, sunny weather without precipitation is expected in Ukraine, with daytime temperatures reaching +25…+30°, and up to +33° in Zakarpattia and the south. An extreme level of fire danger remains in most regions.
As a result of a guided aerial bomb strike on Prymorske, Vasylivka district, Zaporizhzhia region, an 84-year-old man died. A private house was destroyed, and a fire broke out.
The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs sent a note of protest to the Russian Federation regarding the night shelling of Kyiv, during which the consular section of the Polish embassy was damaged. Poland emphasized that this contradicts international law, in particular the Vienna Convention of 1961.
From July 1, Group 3 individual entrepreneurs (5%, without VAT and hired employees) can submit tax declarations for Q2 via the Diia portal. The system will automatically calculate taxes, including single tax, military levy, and unified social contribution.
Ukrposhta issued a new stamp dedicated to the 10th anniversary of the National Police of Ukraine.
A large-scale power outage has affected part of the Czech Republic, including areas of Prague and other regions. The cause was an accident on the main power transmission line V411, which led to the shutdown of the metro and trams, as well as people getting stuck in elevators.
After the night drone attack, DTEK equipment was damaged and two transformer substations were destroyed in Kyiv. Energy workers connected all homes to backup power schemes, restoring electricity to all families.
A former official of the Ministry of Defense has been served with a notice of suspicion for official negligence and the use of forged documents. His actions resulted in damages to the state of about UAH 2 billion due to the unjustified inclusion of VAT in fuel supply contracts.
From July 5, 2025, the mandatory submission of state statistical reporting will be restored in Ukraine. This decision will allow assessing the state of enterprises, tracking the labor market, and making effective decisions for the country's recovery.
On July 4, the AFU struck JSC "FNPC "Research Institute of Applied Chemistry" in Sergiyev Posad, Moscow Oblast. The enterprise produces thermobaric warheads for "Shahed"-type UAVs; a fire and heavy smoke were recorded.
A Russian Iskander missile hit the pier of Odesa seaport on June 3. Two people were killed, six were wounded, including Syrian citizens. Port infrastructure was damaged.
Starting July 3, temporary restrictions for freight transport are in effect in Kyiv. The ban applies to trucks weighing over 24 tons when the air temperature is +28°C or higher, to preserve the road surface.
Sweden allocates 1. 5 billion Swedish kronor for military aid to Ukraine. The package includes over 10 new barrels for Archer systems, means for long-range strikes and underwater warfare, as well as logistical support.
An explosion occurred in Odesa, as reported by Mayor Gennadiy Trukhanov. This happened after the drone attack on July 3, which damaged a high-rise building and resulted in casualties.
The Kyiv Metropolis of the UOC-MP filed a lawsuit against the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, challenging the resolution on the procedure for checking churches for ties with the Russian Orthodox Church. The UOC-MP claims that it was not involved in the investigation process, which deprived it of the opportunity to defend its rights.
Ukrainian actress Tatyana Sheliga, known for her roles in the series "When We Are Home" and "Five Minutes to the Metro", died at the age of 76. Her daughter Anastasia Savytska-Sheliga announced the death of her mother, who had been in critical condition recently.
On June 3, Bitcoin rose by 2. 3% to $109,113.8, breaking through its trading range. The growth is driven by improved trade relations between the US and Vietnam, as well as the easing of restrictions on chip exports to China.
Two Moldovan citizens were convicted in Estonia for setting fire to the "Slava Ukraini" restaurant and a supermarket. The court established that the crimes were committed on the orders of Russian special services.
In Ternopil region, the chief forester and the director of the state enterprise have been notified of suspicion. Their actions led to the illegal destruction of 6,267 trees, causing environmental damage of almost UAH 57 million.
The US State Department stated that arms supplies to Ukraine have not ceased, but only been reviewed. President Trump remains committed to the obligations regarding the transfer of Patriot missiles.
The Pentagon's decision to suspend some arms supplies to Ukraine came as a surprise to many, including members of Congress and European allies. The move caused concern and disappointment, especially among Republicans, due to the influence of official Elbridge Colby.
The Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry summoned Russian Ambassador Mikhail Evdokimov, expressing protest regarding the death of Azerbaijanis in Yekaterinburg. Baku demands an objective investigation and punishment of those responsible, denying accusations of interference in Russia's internal affairs.
Ukraine has returned a group of teenagers from the temporarily occupied territories as part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative. The children were under pressure, without access to Ukrainian education, and under threat of mobilization.
A major and a female sergeant from the military unit "Desna" are accused of misappropriating food products worth almost half a million hryvnias. A preparatory meeting in the case of the rear services chief is scheduled for July 3.
In June, the Ministry of Defense codified over 120 new types of weapons, most of which are domestically produced. Since the beginning of 2025, over 600 types of weapons and military equipment have been approved for use, including 270 new UAVs.
The government dismissed Taras Kremen from the post of Commissioner for the Protection of the State Language.
