Vadim Khlyudzinsky
Explosions were heard in Sochi overnight, one of them near an oil depot. Airport restrictions have been introduced, and a drone threat has been declared.
On the night of July 24, Mykolaiv was attacked by Shahed-type drones, which led to fires. Mayor Oleksandr Sienkevych and head of the Regional Military Administration Vitaliy Kim confirmed the incident; there is no information about casualties.
Odesa suffered a massive attack by ударними drones, which led to damage to civilian infrastructure, including residential buildings, shopping pavilions, gas stations, and architectural monuments in the historic city center, which is protected by UNESCO. Information regarding casualties is being clarified, and emergency services are eliminating the consequences.
On the night of July 24, Odesa was subjected to a massive attack by enemy drones. The mayor of the city and the head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration confirmed the explosions, local public pages report a possible hit on a high-rise building and a fire at "Pryvoz".
A Florida judge rejected US President Donald Trump's request to unseal grand jury transcripts related to the trial of convicted sex offender financier Jeffrey Epstein. The Trump administration has faced accusations of a lack of transparency from the Department of Justice regarding the Epstein investigations.
On July 23, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine adopted a number of personnel decisions, appointing five deputy ministers of digital transformation. The Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine for European Integration was also dismissed.
Dr. Salvador Plasencia pleaded guilty to illegally selling ketamine to Matthew Perry, which, according to the investigation, led to the actor's death from an overdose. He faces up to 40 years in prison and a fine of at least $2 million; sentencing is expected on December 3.
The Security Service of Ukraine showed a video of the prisoner exchange that took place on July 23. This exchange is the result of the work of the Joint Center and the Coordination Headquarters.
Since the beginning of July 23, 124 combat engagements have been recorded on the front line, the enemy launched 47 air strikes and dropped 70 KABs. The occupiers also used 1174 kamikaze drones and carried out 4237 shellings of settlements and positions of Ukrainian troops.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved an action plan for the implementation of the NSDC decision on a moratorium on unsubstantiated business inspections. The tax and customs authorities will limit inspections for low-risk enterprises, and law enforcement agencies will coordinate actions to return sanctioned assets.
The Pentagon and the US State Department have approved the sale of two military aid packages to Ukraine totaling $322 million. The aid includes HAWK Phase III anti-aircraft systems and equipment for repairing Bradley infantry fighting vehicles.
US State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce stated that the 50-day period given to the Kremlin by President Trump for a deal on the war in Ukraine is a "window of opportunity," not a fixed deadline. She emphasized that the situation can change quickly.
In Kherson, a 48-year-old man sustained an explosive injury and multiple shrapnel wounds as a result of a night attack by an enemy drone on an infrastructure facility. The injured person was taken to the hospital.
Former US President Barack Obama has dismissed Donald Trump's accusations of orchestrating a 'coup' after the 2016 election. Obama's office called these claims an absurd attempt to distract.
During July 22, Zaporizhzhia Oblast suffered 456 strikes on 12 settlements, with 19 reports of destruction recorded. The attacks included airstrikes, UAVs, MLRS, and artillery shelling; no civilians were injured.
On July 22, Russian troops lost 970 soldiers, 3 tanks, and 42 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 23.07.25 amount to 1,045,220 personnel.
On July 23, cloudy weather with clearings is expected in Ukraine; an atmospheric front will cause short-term rains, thunderstorms, in places hail and squalls on the Left Bank. Air temperature will be 23-32°C, in Kyiv without precipitation, 26-28°C.
According to Martin Wolf, the outcome of the war in Ukraine will affect the future of European liberal democracy. He emphasized that Ukraine is fighting for the right to choose its own destiny, against Russia's autocracy and its desire to dominate Europe.
Ukraine has signed four new contracts for interceptor drones worth over 3 billion hryvnias. This is in addition to the already purchased volumes of drone production, including partnership procurements.
Russian occupiers have started "legal" housing raiding in Luhansk, demanding residents submit documents with a Russian passport within 30 days. Otherwise, apartments will be transferred to the occupation administration, which is a gross violation of international law.
On the night of July 23, Rostov Oblast of the Russian Federation was attacked by drones; explosions were heard in Rostov-on-Don, Taganrog, and Novocherkassk. Fires broke out, and the Rostelecom building was damaged.
The United States of America and Japan have concluded a trade agreement that includes 15% import tariffs and $550 billion in Japanese investments in the US. Following the announcement of the agreement, Japanese stocks rose, and the Nikkei 225 index reached a three-week high.
The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine has for the first time formalized the professions of military personnel in the National Classifier of Professions, creating a section "Military Personnel". This applies to military personnel and reservists of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the State Special Transport Service, and the National Guard, dividing them into officer, sergeant, and enlisted ranks.
Donald Trump called on the US Department of Justice to investigate Barack Obama's actions regarding alleged manipulation of intelligence data about Russia's influence on the 2016 elections. Trump claims that Obama was the "ringleader" who organized the conspiracy.
A French Mirage-2000 fighter jet crashed in Ukraine due to equipment failure. According to the Air Force spokesman, the pilot acted competently in a crisis situation. Ihnat urged media and relevant experts not to jump to premature conclusions.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced an expected prisoner exchange with Russia on Wednesday, July 23. Ukraine is also working on the release of civilian hostages and the return of abducted children.
On the night of July 23, Kryvyi Rih was subjected to a massive attack by enemy drones; Shahed drones hit an enterprise and private houses. Emergency rescue operations and fire extinguishing are underway.
On the night of July 23, the enemy attacked Sumy, causing power outages in part of the city. Some medical facilities are operating on generators, and services are eliminating the consequences.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held meetings with the heads of NABU, SAP, the Prosecutor General's Office, and the SBU, emphasizing the need to cleanse the anti-corruption infrastructure of Russian influence. He stressed the importance of inevitable punishment and the investigation of cases involving billions that have been "hanging" for years.
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, commented on President Zelenskyy's signing of law No. 12414, which regulates the activities of NABU and SAP. He emphasized that Ukraine will be saved by a strong military and institutions, and internal contradictions should be resolved through open dialogue.