The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine renamed the Ministry of Social Policy to the Ministry of Social Policy, Family and Unity of Ukraine, merging the Ministry of National Unity into it. The Ministry of Social Policy also received the budget allocations of the Ministry of National Unity for 2025, including funds for the reintegration of occupied territories and support for Ukrainians abroad.
As a result of the strike on Ivano-Frankivsk, 4 casualties have been preliminarily reported, including a child. Fires in outbuildings, private homes, garages, and cars have been extinguished.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 75/USD, which means a strengthening of 0.11 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is UAH 48.60/EUR.
The Security Service of Ukraine and the Prosecutor General's Office are conducting a joint special operation. Its goal is to neutralize Russian influence on the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine.
Oleksandr Usyk, after defeating Daniel Dubois, thanked Ukraine and the military, stating his plans for a rest. The boxer does not rule out the possibility of a next fight against Tyson Fury.
Oleksandr Usyk became the undisputed world champion in heavyweight, defeating Daniel Dubois. The fight took place on July 19 at Wembley Stadium in London.
Ukrainian boxer Daniel Lapin secured his 12th career victory, defending his IBF International and WBA Continental light heavyweight titles. He defeated Lewis Edmondson by judges' decision in a 10-round bout.
Oleksandr Usyk arrived at Wembley Stadium for the fight against Daniel Dubois for the undisputed world champion title. The Ukrainian will defend the WBA, WBC, WBO belts and try to reclaim the IBF title, which belongs to Dubois.
In Dmitrov, Moscow Oblast, local residents report explosions and burning debris. Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Disinformation Center of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, confirmed the explosions near Moscow.
Donald Trump has toughened his demands on the EU, insisting on a minimum duty of 15-20% in a trade agreement. The US is considering reciprocal duties over 10% and threatens 30% tariffs on imports from the EU and Mexico starting August 1.
Vice Prime Minister Taras Kachka stated that blocking Ukraine's accession to the EU is a traditional situation for candidate countries. Ukraine's task is to reach a consensus so that all 27 member states are at least not against accession.
Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois held a weigh-in ceremony before their fight on July 19. Dubois turned out to be almost 7 kg heavier than Usyk, showing 110.2 kg against the Ukrainian's 103.1 kg.
The Verkhovna Rada expects the program of activity of the newly elected Cabinet of Ministers in the near future. First Deputy Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Oleksandr Kornienko stated that "this will be a Ukrainian and pro-Ukrainian government."
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko stated that the search for a new Minister of Culture is ongoing, hoping for a quick filling of the vacancy. She noted that this is one of the most difficult areas, which requires a good manager.
The 29th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in the "Ramstein" format will be held online on Monday, July 21. Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal will hold talks with G7 defense ministers.
Cherkasy police are investigating a fraud case where a coach collected over 1 million hryvnias for children's trip to Georgia, but lost them in a casino. Criminal proceedings have been opened, and victims are being interviewed.
White House spokeswoman Caroline Leavitt said Russia would face high tariffs and secondary sanctions if there was no ceasefire in Ukraine within 50 days. Countries buying Russian oil will also be sanctioned.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the delivery of Patriot systems to Ukraine is being discussed, but will take days or weeks. The US has also revised the Patriot supply schedule to accelerate support for Ukraine.
Donetsk "Shakhtar" will play Turkish "Beşiktaş" in the Europa League qualifiers after a draw with "Ilves Tampere". Zhytomyr "Polissya" will meet "Santa Coloma" in the Conference League.
A coach of a children's dance club from Cherkasy collected over 1 million hryvnias for a children's trip to Georgia, but lost them in a casino. Parents contacted the police, and the school states that the trip was private and the coach was fired.
Hungary has banned entry for three Ukrainian military officials due to the death of ethnic Hungarian Jozsef Sebestyen. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha called this decision absurd and unjustified, stating Ukraine's right to take appropriate measures.
Lviv and the region suffered from severe bad weather, causing flooding of streets and even premises. In Stryi, cars ended up underwater, and in one of Lviv's residential complexes, a waterfall formed in the hall.
Taras Kachka, the newly appointed Deputy Prime Minister, does not own his own housing, but he owns two cars, one of which was manufactured in 2022. His annual salary in his previous position amounted to over 1.5 million hryvnias.
Oleksiy Sobolev, the newly appointed Minister of Economy, Environment, and Agriculture, declared an apartment in Kyiv and last year's salary of over 1. 5 million hryvnias in his previous position. His wife owns a SUBARU XV car, and the minister himself has investment certificates and savings.
Today, a press conference and stare-down took place between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois. The rematch for the undisputed heavyweight world title will be held on July 19.
In the updated government led by Yulia Svyrydenko, most ministers retained their positions, some swapped chairs. Denys Shmyhal headed the Ministry of Defense, Herman Halushchenko — the Ministry of Justice, and Svitlana Hrynchuk — the Ministry of Energy.
The SAP prosecutor sent an indictment to court against 5 members of an organized group, including the former head of the State Special Communications Service, Yuriy Shchyhol. They are accused of embezzling over UAH 62 million in state funds through inflated software costs.
Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk expressed his confidence in defeating Daniel Dubois on Saturday. He emphasized the importance of this fight for Ukraine and its defenders.
The draw for the qualifying round of the Ukrainian Cup 2025/2026 took place, where 16 regional teams formed 8 pairs. Matches of this stage are scheduled for August 9-10, 2025.
The Ukrainian Association of Football presented an updated format for the 2025/2026 Ukrainian Cup season, which provides for an increase in the number of teams to 68, including amateur ones. The changes will affect the regulations for matches, prize money distribution, and the draw system.
