Stepan Haftko
The partisan movement "ATESH" claims that Russia plans to dismiss the occupation head of Crimea, Sergei Aksyonov, after the September elections. His successor could be security official Alexei Dmitriev or a military officer from the "Time of Heroes" program.
In Pengshui County, Chongqing metropolis, a landslide claimed the lives of 51 people, with another 10 missing. This is the largest disaster of this type in China in over 10 years.
Israeli military destroyed a network of Hezbollah tunnels in the Beaufort area of southern Lebanon using 700 tons of explosives. Netanyahu and Katz threatened a harsh response to violations of the ceasefire.
Elina Svitolina secured a victory over Polina Kudermetova, who previously represented Russia and now plays for Uzbekistan. The Ukrainian advanced to the quarterfinals of the WTA 500 tournament in Washington.
OSINT analysis confirms damage to Wildberries logistics complexes in Tatarstan and Volgograd during a night drone attack. In Volgograd, an oil refinery may also have been attacked, with five casualties.
Over the past day, the Defense Forces eliminated 1,340 Russian military personnel. Also, 55 cruise missiles and 1,525 drones were destroyed.
Saudi Arabia is preparing a large-scale military operation against the Yemeni Houthis, including a naval and ground offensive. Riyadh is creating an international naval coalition of 14 states to protect shipping.
Polish military were unable to intercept the Russian Kh-101 cruise missile due to a legislative requirement for visual identification of the target. The missile flew about 100 km deep into the country and exploded in the Lublin Voivodeship.
Scientists have found that climate change has made weather conditions for forest fires in France and Spain significantly more likely. Heat, drought and wind now combine more often due to global warming.
Samsung expects a global chip shortage until 2028. The company has signed long-term agreements with the five largest data center operators.
Ten voter registration centers have opened in Port-au-Prince. Elections have not been held for more than ten years, and gangs control 70% of the capital.
U. S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order allowing restrictions on the export of industrial waste to preserve critical minerals. The decision aims to strengthen domestic supply chains and reduce dependence on China.
Global oil prices rose about 21% in July due to the escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran. US WTI crude is trading near $84 per barrel, while Brent is around $89.
Bulgaria is considering the purchase of used F-16s or Gripens due to delays in new aircraft. Defense Express warns of potential competition for aircraft for Ukraine.
The Ukrainian company GROUND FORCE handed over a batch of ATC NORD 1000 combat quad bikes to the Defense Forces. The equipment is intended for performing combat and logistical tasks on the front line.
US President Donald Trump said he is not sure whether he will allow Ukraine to obtain a license to produce missiles for the Patriot. The issue is still under consideration, and the US is cautious about transferring such technologies.
US President Trump reported that Hamas agreed to a phased disarmament in Cairo. Israel rejected the agreement, insisting on the complete demilitarization of Gaza.
In the Russian city of Volgograd, on the night of July 31, drones attacked the Lukoil-Volgogradneftepererabotka oil refinery and a Wildberries distribution center. There is no official confirmation of the consequences yet.
In the United States, the first hearing of the Court for the Removal of Foreign Terrorists took place. The first case was the deportation of a 47-year-old resident of Texas, who is accused of supporting ISIS.
Ford CEO Jim Farley stated that Chinese automakers could enter the US market within five to ten years. The company is preparing for competition by developing affordable electric vehicles.
U. S. President Donald Trump threatened to temporarily withdraw the nomination of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche due to a demand from Senators Cornyn and Tillis to provide guarantees regarding a $1.8 billion fund.
According to Reuters, Yemeni Houthis may have attacked Saudi Arabia from Iraqi territory jointly with Iraqi groups. The coordination was carried out by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
The U. S. Army has signed a contract with Lockheed Martin worth up to $58.6 billion for the production of Patriot interceptor missiles. The deal involves tripling production capacity by 2030.
Elon Musk's xAI company challenges Minnesota law banning the creation of fake nude images using AI. xAI considers the law too broad and a violation of free speech.
The US State Department will begin issuing commemorative passports with a portrait of Donald Trump in August. Due to high demand, 250 thousand special documents will be released.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Egypt's security is of paramount importance after a drone strike on the port of Damietta. The attack could be the first instance of Egypt being drawn into the regional conflict.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham informed US President Donald Trump that the country will not ignore its own oil and gas reserves in the North Sea. The government will maintain a pragmatic approach to the energy sector amid economic challenges.
China stated that the US is copying AI models developed by Chinese companies. This was a response to US accusations that the Chinese are using distillation technology without permission.
The United States imposed sanctions against six individuals and companies from China, India, Russia, and Iran for supporting Mahan Air and the IRGC. The sanctioned individuals provided logistical and commercial assistance, and were also used for military operations.
Cherkasy LNZ lost to Belgian Gent in a penalty shootout in the second qualifying round of the Conference League. Over two legs, the teams failed to score a single goal in regular and extra time.