The updated Ukrainian Cup trophy is made in the style of a Cossack mace. The cup features the motto belonging to the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade named after Ivan Sirko.
Today, July 17, Donetsk "Shakhtar" will play the Europa League qualification return leg against Finnish "Ilves" in Finland. In the first match, "Shakhtar" won 6:0, which makes them the clear favorite.
Today, July 17, 2024, marks 11 years since the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 Boeing-777 over Donetsk region. An international investigation confirmed that the plane was shot down by a Russian Buk surface-to-air missile system, and a court in the Netherlands sentenced three accused to life imprisonment.
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak and US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg visited Babyn Yar, where they honored the memory of the victims of the shootings. They drew parallels between the crimes of Nazism and the war crimes of modern Russia, recalling the missile strike on Babyn Yar in 2022.
The European Commission presented a proposal for the EU budget for 2028-2034 amounting to 2 trillion euros. Of this amount, 100 billion euros are planned to be allocated to Ukraine to support its recovery and path to EU membership.
In Dobropillia, Donetsk region, two people were killed and 27 were injured as a result of a Russian strike on a shopping center. 54 retail outlets, 304 apartments, and 8 cars were damaged.
President Zelenskyy counts on the support of the Verkhovna Rada in the matter of appointing a new government, where Denys Shmyhal will head the Ministry of Defense, and Rustem Umerov will assist on the international track. Changes are also being prepared in some diplomatic areas.
Former Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has been appointed Minister of Defense, and Herman Smetanin will head "Ukroboronprom". The Ministry of Defense will be merged with the Ministry of Strategic Industries to increase the production of Ukrainian weapons.
The Ukrainian national volleyball team defeated the Netherlands with a score of 3:2, securing its place in the Nations League for the next season. This victory also allowed the team to continue fighting for a spot in the playoffs.
President Zelenskyy and Deputy Prime Minister Svyrydenko will present a list of part of the government at a meeting of the "Servant of the People" faction. Not all personnel decisions may be voted on this week; a meeting is possible on Tuesday, July 22.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a bill that increases the total number of SBU personnel by 10,000 people, allocating 10,000 to the Special Operations Center "A". The grounds and procedure for the use of weapons and special means by the SBU have also been established.
On July 16, Ukraine celebrates Accountant and Auditor Day, and worldwide – PR Specialist Day, International Drag Culture Day, Hot Dog Day, and World Snake Day. Also on this day, the memory of the holy martyr Athenogenes is honored.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee recommended adopting a bill on the status of "Founder of State Independence of Ukraine" for MPs who contributed to the establishment of independence. This status will be granted for life, can be posthumous, and provides for a number of privileges and honors.
Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak and special representative of US President Donald Trump, Keith Kellogg, held a meeting. They discussed the supply of weapons to Ukraine, sanctions against the Russian Federation, and the principle of peace through strength.
On July 15, the Cabinet of Ministers appointed Olena Ivanovska as the Commissioner for the Protection of the State Language. She will replace Taras Kremin, who held the position since July 8, 2020.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting with diplomats, discussing the acceleration of the Special Tribunal on Russian aggression and preparation for a meeting with ambassadors. Steps on international platforms were also discussed, particularly regarding UN General Assembly resolutions.
Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois held a face-off in London before their July 19 fight for the undisputed world championship. Dubois tried to exert psychological pressure, while Usyk remained calm.
Pechersk Court of Kyiv chose a preventive measure for the head of the "Anti-Corruption Action Center" Vitaliy Shabunin. He was assigned a personal obligation.
Judge Svitlana Hrechana rejected Vitaliy Shabunin's defense motion to postpone the consideration of the pre-trial restraint. Prosecutors are asking to choose a pre-trial restraint in the form of a personal obligation for 2 months.
Cyber specialists of the HUR of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine attacked the company "Gaskar Integratsiya", a supplier of drones for the Russian army. 47 TB of data were destroyed, the company's operations were paralyzed, and the doors were blocked.
The defense of Vitaliy Shabunin, head of the Anti-Corruption Action Center, requested the recusal of Judge Svitlana Hrechana due to bias, but the motion was rejected. Shabunin is accused of evading military service and fraud using Ukrainian Armed Forces transport.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded the rank of brigadier general to Yuriy Andrienko and Anton Harbuz. Mykhailo Sydorenko received the rank of major general.
Law enforcement officers exposed 8 criminal groups that produced over 400 tons of counterfeit pesticides in 12 regions of Ukraine. The products were sold in Ukraine and the EU under the guise of international brands, and over 175 tons of counterfeit goods were seized.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron. This will happen after Zelenskyy's meeting with the Danish Minister of Defense, where joint steps were discussed.
The EU Council approved Ukraine's accession to the European Union roaming zone from January 1, 2026. Ukrainians will use their operator's tariffs in the 27 EU countries, and European subscribers will have the same conditions in Ukraine.
A fire broke out on the roof of a high-rise building in Zaporizhzhia as a result of an enemy attack. According to preliminary data, no one was injured.
Italian "Milan" announced the signing of a contract with Croatian midfielder Luka Modrić under a 1+1 formula. Modrić will play under number 14, which previously belonged to Tijjani Reijnders.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy hinted at Denys Shmyhal's appointment as Minister of Defense, noting that his experience would be useful in this position. Yulia Svyrydenko has been offered to head the government of Ukraine.
The US plans to sell weapons worth about $10 billion to NATO countries. These supplies, which include missiles, air defense systems, and artillery shells, are intended for further transfer to Ukraine.
The US can transfer short-range missiles, howitzers, and medium-range air-to-air missiles to Ukraine through NATO members. This decision by Trump has multifaceted justifications to avoid political criticism.
