Stepan Haftko
In temporarily occupied Crimea, a fire has been recorded at the "NS-16" electrical substation in the Kirovsky district. It provides electricity to populated areas and the operation of the pumping station of the Feodosia reservoir.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine eliminated 1,410 Russian military personnel in a day. The total losses of the Russian army since the beginning of the invasion have reached 1,436,100 people.
The US has imposed new import duties ranging from 10% to 12. 5% on 60 countries, including the UK, China, and the EU. The measures are linked to insufficient efforts to combat forced labor in the production of goods.
The United Kingdom has stated that its armed forces are ready to defend the country after Iran's threats to attack RAF Fairford airbase. Tehran considers the base a legitimate target due to its use by the United States for strikes on Iran.
In 30 American cities, the number of murders in the first half of 2026 decreased by 18% compared to 2025. Experts attribute the decline in crime to a combination of factors, including a reduction in drug use.
The Ukrainian GROUND FORCE has mastered the repair of Detroit Diesel 8V71T engines for M109 self-propelled howitzers using REMAN technology. Each engine undergoes a full cycle of testing on a dynamometer stand.
A federal court in California has extended until August 17 the pause in the $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance Corp. The judge plans a hearing on blocking the deal pending the completion of the review.
Tropical Storm "Bertha" made landfall for the second time near the Texas-Louisiana border, causing flooding and heavy rains. Wind speeds dropped to 65 km/h, with further weakening forecast.
OSINT analysis ASTRA confirmed the drone attack on the Wildberries warehouse in the Leningrad region, which caused a massive fire. The warehouse in the village of Novosaratovka serves St. Petersburg and the region.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has decided to withdraw the military ships Fulda and Mosel from the Red Sea due to the escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran. The ships will remain in the Mediterranean Sea on standby.
France may transfer to Ukraine a prototype of the new MLRS Thundart for combat testing. The system is an analogue of HIMARS and uses guidance from the AASM Hammer aerial bomb.
Germany, France and Portugal opposed the ban on imports of Russian pollock, while Greece blocked stricter restrictions on gas transit. The sanctions did not affect Patriarch Kirill due to Bulgaria's position.
Ukrainian cyber specialists could have forced Russian air defense to perceive its own Su-57 as an enemy target. Defense Express considers two scenarios, including unauthorized access to the turrets.
Israeli intelligence, together with partners, uncovered an Iranian conspiracy to attack senior officials. Iran used foreigners through intermediaries to gather data and prepare attacks.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the government will consider retaliatory measures if it fails to negotiate the cancellation of new 50% US tariffs. The new tariffs, which could affect 5% of exports, will take effect on August 19.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham told Scotland's First Minister that a new independence referendum is impossible. He stressed that a plebiscite would divert attention from the economy and support for families.
Pakistan uses ties with the US and Iran to mediate in the war. The country hopes to strengthen its economic position and international authority.
The European Commission fined Google €890 million for violating the Digital Markets Act. The company was found guilty of promoting its own services in search results and restricting developers on Google Play.
In temporarily occupied Simferopol, drones attacked a Wildberries logistics center. Russian military failed to shoot down the drone, leading to a fire at the warehouse.
The European Central Bank has presented 10 design options for the new generation of euro banknotes. Voting among eurozone citizens will last until September 21, with the final design to be determined at the end of the year.
A CBOS poll showed that 59% of Poles support President Nawrocki's decision to strip Zelenskyy of the order. At the same time, 75% of respondents believe that Poland and Ukraine should cooperate in the face of the Russian threat.
In Belgorod and the region, Ukrainian drones attacked about 20 gas stations in 5 days. The number of attacks has become a record since the beginning of summer.
The Russian regulator has allowed Rosatom to carry out preparatory work for two new reactors at the Kola Nuclear Power Plant, 100 km from Finland. Finland considers replacing old reactors safer, but cooperation has been suspended due to the war.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine held talks with the foreign ministers of Poland and Slovakia. They discussed Black Sea security, strengthening sanctions, and Ukraine's accession to the EU.
The border agencies of four countries signed a declaration on supporting the integration of Ukraine and Moldova into the EU. The document provides for strengthening cooperation in the field of security and the implementation of European standards.
On the night of July 24, a massive power outage occurred in Tbilisi and other cities of Georgia. The causes of the blackout are currently unknown, and official authorities have not provided explanations.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belarus transmitted to Poland information about the alleged preparation of a terrorist attack against the children of a Belarusian activist. According to the Minsk authorities, the attack is being prepared by a convicted person who is in Poland.
Cherkasy LNZ failed to beat Belgian Gent in the first match of the 2nd qualifying round of the Conference League, playing a 0-0 draw. The return match will take place in a week in Belgium.
Minister Sybiha discussed with Kallas the safety of navigation and the need to support the "Solidarity Lanes". He thanked for the 21st EU sanctions package against Russia.
In the village of Ponizovka, after night explosions, a fire was recorded near the Zarya electrical substation and a building of the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations. Part of Greater Yalta was left without electricity.