The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, suggested that NATO could collapse if the United States does not change its policy towards the Alliance. He considers this option one of the probable ones, if there are no drastic steps.
Russia plans to spend $1. 1 trillion on rearmament. The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that this is preparation for a war with NATO in 2030.
Men detained at a party in a Kyiv club on a Day of Mourning were taken to the TCC. Many of them were wanted as draft dodgers.
On the territory of the Volgograd region of the Russian Federation, on August 2, 2025, explosions disabled the main gas pipeline "Central Asia - Center". Gas transportation has been stopped indefinitely, which affects the facilities of the Russian military-industrial complex.
Kyrylo Budanov believes that Ukraine should prepare for life under a protracted threat, focusing on security models similar to those of Israel or South Korea. He denied the likelihood of a "Georgian scenario" for Ukraine, emphasizing the impossibility of returning towards Russia.
Son Heung-min, Tottenham captain, announced his departure from the club this summer. He is likely to continue his career at American club Los Angeles FC, with whom a deal is in the final stages.
As a result of the strike on Zaporizhzhia district, two people were wounded, up to 100 houses, a school, and an outpatient clinic were damaged. A man is in serious condition, a woman is in moderate condition.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has approved the reallocation of UAH 9 billion for drones and anti-drone protection. This decision is aimed at strengthening unmanned systems and protecting logistical routes.
The US Federal Court of Appeals reinstated part of the lawsuit against Elon Musk's X platform. The accusations concern the untimely response to a child pornography video that garnered over 167,000 views.
The President of Ukraine awarded journalist Viktoria Roshchyna the Order of Liberty. She died in Russian captivity due to torture.
Tonight, explosions were heard in several Russian regions and in occupied Crimea; oil refineries in Ryazan, Samara, an oil depot in Feodosia, factories in Penza, and airfields were attacked. This occurred amid reports of a massive drone attack.
On August 2, Ukraine commemorates fallen paratroopers and victims of the Roma genocide. International Pony Day, International Blues Day, and International Twins Day are also celebrated.
Dmitry Polyansky, Russia's representative to the UN, stated that Russian troops hit military targets in Kyiv on the night of July 31. He cynically accused Ukraine of deploying air defense systems in residential areas, while President Zelenskyy visited the destroyed building where 31 people died.
President Zelenskyy announced the preparation of a draft law to protect and rehabilitate Ukrainian soldiers after captivity. The assistance will cover illnesses acquired in captivity and will be equated to assistance for illnesses sustained during service.
Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov reported seven injured as a result of a Russian drone strike. Also, two apartment buildings and one car were damaged.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russia's attack on Kyiv on July 31 is a slap in the face to peace efforts and the American side. He emphasized the need to increase sanctions pressure on Russia.
District police officer Ihor Samofalov died on August 1 as a result of an enemy UAV attack. He was 39 years old and had served for over 10 years.
The Russian army attacked energy infrastructure facilities in Sumy region. Some consumers in Sumy district were left without electricity.
In Kyiv on August 1, a cyclist collided with another cyclist on Naberezhne Highway. Losing control, he fell onto the road and got under the wheels of a truck.
Public transport will operate until 5:00 PM due to the security situation and emergency power outages.
Yulia Svyrydenko instructed Serhiy Marchenko to submit a decision to the government for consideration on the formation of a competition commission for the selection of the head of the State Customs Service. This is intended to ensure a transparent and professional selection.
The Antimonopoly Committee of Ukraine found the companies "BaDM" and "Optima-Pharm, LTD" guilty of anti-competitive concerted actions in the pharmaceutical market. The companies simultaneously raised prices for popular drugs without justification during 2020–2023.
Ukraine initiates an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council due to the escalation of terror by Russia, which led to the death of 16 people and destruction in Kyiv. The meeting will take place on August 1.
As a result of the Russian attack on Kyiv, 16 people died. According to updated information, 159 people were injured.
Zhytomyr's Polissya defeated Santa Coloma with a score of 4:1 in the second round of the Conference League qualification. Goals were scored by Mykhailichenko, Filippov, Andriyevskyi, and Haiduchyk.
President Zelenskyy announced the approval of some draft laws for August, including the law on the military ombudsman.
President Zelenskyy reported the highest intensity of fighting near Pokrovsk and Dobropillia. He also refuted Russian claims about the capture of Chasiv Yar, calling them disinformation.
Patrol police officer Liliia Stepanchuk died in the Sviatoshynskyi district of Kyiv as a result of a Russian attack. Her body was recovered from under the rubble, the search for her father continues.
Kyiv Oblast declares August 1 a Day of Mourning for the victims of the massive shelling. State flags will be lowered and entertainment events will be prohibited.
The law on restoring the powers of NABU and SAP was published on July 31 and will come into force on August 1. It reinstates old norms and establishes mandatory polygraph testing for employees.
