In russian regions, police fine people for storing gasoline canisters and detain them for attempting to complain about unequal access to fuel. Moscow and St. Petersburg received priority supply, while gas stations are closing in other regions.
Guido Crosetto stated that Ukraine has won because it never wanted to invade Russia, but is only defending itself. He recalled that four years ago everyone thought Russia would reach Kyiv in a week.
On the night of July 22, a fire broke out at a Wildberries warehouse in Krasnodar due to a drone attack. Explosions were also heard in Armavir, where an oil depot was likely attacked.
On Wednesday, most of Ukraine is expected to have variable cloudiness without precipitation. In the Odesa region, significant rain, thunderstorms, and gusts of 15-20 m/s are forecast.
Russia is conducting a "Zero Phase" campaign to create conditions for provocations against NATO countries. ISW analysts point to the possible use of captured Ukrainian drones for false flag operations.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth informed the Senate of $37. 5 billion in spending on the war with Iran. Part of the funds will go to feeding the troops until the end of the fiscal year.
Serhiy "Flash" Beskrestnov reported on testing new electronic warfare systems to suppress control channels of "Shaheds". Zelenskyy identified countering jet drones as one of the most important tasks.
In temporarily occupied Crimea, on the night of July 22, explosions were heard in Yalta, Alushta, Feodosia and other cities. A fire broke out near an electrical substation in Yalta, and part of the city lost power.
In the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, Russian administrations hold meetings between children and military personnel, presenting them as heroes. The goal is to form a positive attitude towards the Russian army and prepare young people for service.
US President Donald Trump plans to impose new tariffs on dozens of countries, despite warnings from advisers. This comes amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran.
Two crew members of the tanker Gas Lisbon reported that the vessel was attacked by three drones, causing severe damage. Despite the panic, the crew had to act quickly to rescue the wounded and evacuate the ship.
The match of the 1st round of the UPL between Kyiv's Dynamo and Livyi Bereh has been postponed to December 2. The reason, likely, is Dynamo's participation in the Europa League qualification.
Iran warned Bulgaria that the deployment of American refueling aircraft at the Bezmer air base would be regarded as complicity in aggression. The Bulgarian parliament approved the government's proposal for the temporary stationing of US military equipment.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha welcomed American journalist Laura Loomer to Ukraine. He wished her a safe stay and meaningful conversations.
53 deputies from PAS voted for the new cabinet. Tofan outlined five priorities, including economic development and Moldova's European integration.
Former Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov congratulated Mykhailo Drapatyi on his appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, calling it new air and hope. He also thanked former Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi for the defense of Kyiv region and the Kharkiv operation.
A Russian FPV drone struck a civilian car in Ruska Lozova on the evening of July 21. Two women died as a result of the attack, the driver was hospitalized with injuries.
Newly appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Mykhailo Drapatyi expressed gratitude to the President and the Minister of Defense. He promised to work responsibly and with respect for the defenders of the state.
On the evening of July 21, Russian troops attacked Zaporizhzhia with guided aerial bombs. As a result of the shelling, a bus was damaged and the driver was injured.
The National Bank set the official dollar exchange rate at UAH 44. 62, the euro at UAH 51.16. On the interbank market, the dollar is trading at UAH 44.63-44.66.
Over the day of July 16, Russian troops lost 1,370 soldiers and 1,879 drones. The total losses of the Russian Federation since the beginning of the war have reached nearly 1.426 million people.
The demands of the Russian antimonopoly service to Apple may be part of a scheme to block devices. It is noted that failure to comply with the ultimatum threatens fines and a complete ban on gadgets in Russia.
Families of Ukrainian prisoners of war handed over lists of captives to Cardinal Zuppi. They count on the assistance of the Holy See in their release.
In most of Ukraine on July 17, partly cloudy weather without precipitation is expected. In the south, short-term rain with thunderstorms is possible during the day.
Spokesman for the General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Ibrahim Zolfaghari, stated that Tehran will destroy all infrastructure in the region if Trump carries out his threat to strike Iranian infrastructure. He called Trump's statements "empty" and warned of a more powerful response.
Google Play, following AppStore, removed the popular apps VK in Russia. This happened after the EU imposed sanctions against the holding and its related developer company Maх.
On the night of July 17, Russian troops attacked Sumy with five guided aerial bombs. A non-residential multi-story building was damaged and hundreds of windows were blown out in surrounding buildings.
Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken announced that a Ukrainian unit will take part in the parade on July 21 for the first time in history. Previously, Ukrainian military participated in the Bastille Day parade on the Champs-Élysées in Paris.
Begoña Gómez, the wife of the Prime Minister of Spain, will face a jury trial on charges of influence peddling and embezzlement. Her defense has filed an appeal, calling the case politically motivated.
A bipartisan sanctions bill against Russia, initiated by the late Senator Lindsey Graham, has over 60 co-sponsors. The document requires approval from the House of Representatives, with the main obstacle being the time for debate in the Senate.
