European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that the EU has provided €108 billion in aid to Ukraine since the beginning of the Russian invasion. She assured that the EU will support Ukraine as long as it is needed.
On the 16th anniversary of Russia's aggression against Georgia, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry condemned the occupation of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Ukraine calls on Russia to withdraw its troops and revoke the recognition of these regions as "independent states.
Three fatal accidents involving pedestrians occurred in Kyiv yesterday. Two of the deceased were crossing the road on unregulated crosswalks, and one was crossing in the wrong place. Criminal proceedings have been initiated over all the incidents.
On August 3, Ukraine attacked Crimea, allegedly sinking the Russian submarine Rostov-on-Don. British intelligence believes that the attack will force Russia to reconsider plans to deploy significant naval forces on the peninsula.
The Zhytomyr City Executive Committee has lifted restrictions on the sale of alcohol in the evening. The decision was made in accordance with the new law, but does not apply to the curfew.
On the morning of August 7, Russian troops shelled Antonivka and Mykhailivka in Donetsk region. As a result of the attacks, 4 civilians aged 52 to 65 were killed and another man was injured.
The US and Australian ministers called on countries with influence over Russia, especially China, to help end the war in Ukraine. They condemned the Russian-North Korean partnership and warned of the consequences.
The Polish Foreign Minister said that the opening of the border with Belarus depends on the release of journalist Andrzej Poczobut. Poland is also working to solve problems with obtaining visas for Belarusians.
The Kherson Art Museum has identified a painting by Nadiia Andreeva stolen by the Russian occupiers. This is the 122nd identified work of art out of more than 10,000 illegally exported exhibits.
A hotel partially collapsed in the town of Creve, and a body was found under the rubble. 8 people, including a child, remain trapped in the rubble, some of them seriously injured. 250 rescuers are working at the scene.
Russian troops attacked 12 settlements in Donetsk region, injuring 12 people. Forty-one civilian objects were damaged, including residential buildings, infrastructure and communications.
Viktor Orban has created a new far-right group in the European Parliament, strengthening his influence. This could undermine EU unity on key issues, especially support for Ukraine.
Russian troops fired 29 times at the border areas of Sumy region. There were 91 explosions from air strikes, mortars, artillery and drones in 9 communities in the region.
Over the last day, 136 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector - 42 attacks. Defense forces struck 25 times at enemy positions, repelling numerous attacks in different directions.
On August 6, DIU special forces conducted an operation on the Tendra Spit in the Black Sea. Enemy equipment, personnel, and fortifications were destroyed, and Ukrainian soldiers returned without losses.
Hamas unanimously elected Yahya Sinwar as chairman of the political bureau to replace the murdered Ismail Haniyeh. Sinwar is considered an extremist and is suspected of organizing the October 7, 2023, terrorist attacks.
At night in Mykolaiv region, air defense forces destroyed 14 enemy 'Shahed' drones. The falling debris caused two dry grass fires, which were promptly extinguished. There were no casualties.
Four employees of the "Departmental paramilitary security" of Ukrzaliznytsia JSC have been notified of being suspected of extortion. They are accused of receiving UAH 134 thousand for allowing unauthorized persons to enter freight cars.
An explosion and fire occurred at Transneft's oil refinery in Usinsk (Komi Republic). All employees have been evacuated and firefighters are on their way to the site, and the cause of the explosion is currently unknown.
The Ministry of Education has approved guidelines for assessing students in grades 5-9. A four-tiered grading system with a 12-point scale was introduced and a new form of the Student Achievement Certificate was proposed.
In the suburbs of Kherson, the occupiers dropped explosives from a drone, injuring several people. According to the head of the Kherson MVA, one of the victims is in serious condition.
On the morning of August 6, Russian forces launched a missile attack on the Shevchenkivskyi district of Kharkiv. At least 5 civilians were injured, a polyclinic, cars and other civilian infrastructure were damaged.
The Bulgarian government has extended its support program for Ukrainian refugees until the end of 2024. Of the 2.5 million Ukrainians who entered the country, about 55,000 remain there, including more than 6,000 who receive state aid.
The High Council of Justice has dismissed Judge Oleksiy Tandyr from Makariv District Court of Kyiv Region. The decision was made on August 6, 2024 for committing a significant disciplinary offense.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has dismissed Petro Yemets from the post of Deputy Minister of Health. Yemets had held this position since June 2021, having previously worked as a deputy director of a department at the Ministry of Health.
Two trams collide on Hlybochytska Street in Kyiv, injuring 6 people. Due to the accident, buses are being launched to partially duplicate the route of tram No. 18 until traffic resumes.
Irpin is rebuilding the private sector destroyed by Russian aggression. 42 new houses are being built on Bagirova Street, with 67% of the work completed. The project is funded from the regional budget and with the support of international organizations.
The former head of the Rivne TCC was taken into custody on suspicion of obstructing the activities of the Armed Forces. He is also a defendant in cases of violence, robbery and illegal enrichment of UAH 46 million.
The Government of Ukraine has expanded the list of administrative services available at ASCs. It is now possible to arrange sanatorium treatment for former prisoners of war, enter information into the Register of Beneficiaries, and receive compensation for certain categories of citizens.
Two trams collided on Hlybochytska Street in Kyiv, injuring 6 people. Traffic is hampered, trams #14 and #18 are delayed, and the causes of the accident are being investigated.
