Stepan Haftko
Ukrainian military are using Polish Warmate 5 kamikaze drones. Manufacturer WB Group launched localized production in Ukraine in 2025.
U. S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth proposed to his British counterpart to organize an international summit on navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. A final decision on the meeting has not yet been made.
Since the beginning of 2026, 2,318 cases of measles have been registered in the US, surpassing the record of 2025. The increase is linked to a decline in vaccination rates and skepticism towards vaccinations.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz presented partial personnel changes in the government. The changes come amid a decline in the coalition's rating and growing support for the far-right AfD.
Rapidan Energy Group raised its Brent price forecast for the fourth quarter to nearly $100 due to the risk of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Goldman Sachs suggests a rise above $120 in the event of a prolonged conflict.
American director Chuck Russell was found unconscious at his home in San Diego. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
President Zelenskyy stated that the US gained invaluable military experience through cooperation with Ukraine, without paying with the lives of its soldiers. The greatest value lies in Ukraine's experience in unmanned technologies and military innovations.
Tesla shares plummeted after the release of financial results for the second quarter, which fell short of analysts' expectations. The stock price dropped nearly 15%.
U. S. President Donald Trump will speak at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, which was postponed after an incident involving an armed man who attempted to kill the head of state. The event will take place at the Waldorf Astoria hotel, marking Trump's first speech at this event.
Three heatwaves have caused historically low soil moisture and water shortages. In France and Spain, tens of thousands of people have been evacuated due to forest fires.
Israel canceled military leave in the West Bank and is deploying additional units after a deadly attack that killed an Israeli. Four Palestinians were also killed.
US intelligence believes that Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is more interested in creating nuclear weapons than his predecessor. After US strikes, Iran moved centrifuges to an underground facility, preserving its uranium stockpile.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that the country is not and will not be a member of the "coalition of the willing" in support of Ukraine. The French ambassador acknowledged the previous statement as erroneous and promised a public clarification.
The governor of the Belgorod region reported casualties as a result of a massive drone attack. Damage and fires were recorded in the city and district.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha condemned the violation of Romania's airspace by a Russian drone. He called for increased pressure on Russia due to its disregard for international law.
In Zaporizhzhia, as a result of a night attack by Russian drones, a commercial facility was damaged. A 63-year-old man was injured, the fire area is 500 square meters.
France, Italy, Spain and other EU countries opposed the European Commission's proposal to link payments from the 2028-2034 budget to the implementation of reforms. Critics fear payment delays and increased influence from Brussels.
The ATESH partisan movement reported massive power outages in occupied Berdyansk, Melitopol and Henichesk. A complete blackout occurred in Berdyansk, and water supply also disappeared.
The Parliament of Serbia will hold an extraordinary session on July 27 to consider a vote of no confidence in the government, initiated by 62 opposition deputies. Previous attempts to consider it were thwarted due to loss of quorum.
Pakistan is exploring the possibility of resuming talks between the US and Iran following China's diplomatic initiatives. The prospects for direct negotiations remain uncertain due to political obstacles.
As a result of a Russian strike, a shopping center in Zaporizhzhia was damaged, a fire broke out. There are casualties, information is being clarified.
Andriy Sybiha held a conversation with Hakan Fidan about threats to navigation due to Russian attacks. Turkey could play a role in restoring freedom of maritime transport.
In Sumy, a seriously wounded man who was being taken to the hospital after a strike by a Russian jet-powered drone has died. Both deceased are civilians.
Latvia handed the Russian Federation a note of protest over the airstrike on the consulate in Sloviansk. Two employees were injured, the honorary consul was not harmed.
Russian troops attacked the Sumy community with a jet-type strike drone. As a result of the strike, one person died, there are injured, warehouses and vehicles were damaged.
Iran refused the temporary truce deal proposed by the US, which was brought to Tehran by the Prime Minister of Iraq. Tehran insists on resolving the issue of control over the Strait of Hormuz before any ceasefire.
In Kirov, a missile strike was carried out on the enterprise "Aviatek", which produces components for missiles and fighter jets. Information about casualties and destruction is currently unavailable.
On the night of July 23, a strike was carried out on a parking lot of fuel tankers in Luhansk. The equipment was unable to depart to supply a Russian brigade on the Donetsk direction.
After drone attacks in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region, Wildberries temporarily suspended two logistics complexes. OSINT analysis by ASTRA confirmed fires in three buildings in the Utkina Zavod industrial zone.
After the Russian airstrike on Zaporizhzhia on July 23, the number of victims rose to 28. 15 people remain under medical supervision.