Thanks to cooperation with anti-corruption authorities, the Ministry of Digital Transformation saved more than UAH 3 billion on the purchase of drones for the Armed Forces. This allowed the Ministry to receive an additional 18,413 drones and return almost UAH 1.5 billion to the state.
The Northern Commercial Court of Appeal has overturned the order of the Ministry of Justice to protect the property of the museum in Pyrohiv from raider seizure. The Ministry of Culture claims that this effectively legalizes the raider seizure of part of the museum's territory and premises.
The UK is planning to build a radar station to track China and Russia's activities in space. The Darc project is part of the Aukus defense pact between the UK, the US, and Australia.
Ukrainian wrestler Parviz Nasibov won a silver medal in Greco-Roman wrestling at the 2024 Olympics. In the final, he lost to his Iranian opponent with a score of 5:6, winning his second Olympic silver.
From August 9 to October 15, traffic on the first and second lanes of the Northern Bridge in Kyiv will be restricted to the right bank. Road workers will be carrying out routine repairs to the roadway.
Mykhailo Podolyak, an adviser to the Presidential Administration, said that the international community has recognized Russia as a legitimate target for any operations and types of weapons. This is the result of Ukraine's diplomatic and legal work.
The SPFU has announced the terms of sale of 100% of Aeroc LLC for UAH 965. 33 million. Key requirements include maintaining operations, repayment of debts and protection of employees for 6 months.
Taisiia Onofriichuk has qualified for the 2024 Olympics finals in the rhythmic gymnastics individual all-around. The Ukrainian took second place in the qualifiers with a score of 135.750, and the final will take place on August 9.
An anonymous advisor to Zelenskyy said that Ukrainian troops control the Sudzha station in Russia. Gas continues to flow through the station, which is the last point of transportation of Russian gas to Europe via Ukraine.
During the day on August 8, Russian troops shelled Nikopol district of Dnipropetrovs'k region. The attacks killed a man, wounded a 74-year-old, and damaged civilian facilities and infrastructure.
A Russian missile strike on the center of Kharkiv on August 6 injured 13 people and killed one. Among the injured is an 8-month-old baby who is in moderate condition.
Ukrainian law enforcement officials are investigating the death of an Azov regiment defender in a Russian prison. A total of 64 Ukrainian prisoners of war are being investigated, and more than 2,200 have been recognized as victims of torture.
The Ministry of Finance has held meetings with business representatives to find additional UAH 500 billion for defense in 2024. It is proposed to revise the military duty and excise taxes, which will provide UAH 138.7 billion by the end of 2024.
In Kyiv, the car of a civic activist was burned down on Vidradny Avenue. Police promptly detained two suspects who face up to 10 years in prison for intentional destruction of property by arson.
The foreign ministers of Ukraine and Mauritius sign a visa-free agreement. The parties discussed deepening ties with Africa and prospects for cooperation, including the involvement of Mauritian investors in the reconstruction of Ukraine.
On August 8, Ukraine will introduce electricity restrictions for industry and business due to a power shortage. Residents, critical infrastructure, and defense facilities will not be affected, but are urged to save energy from 16:00 to 23:00.
The President of Ukraine has signed a law on improving the institution of starostas. The document regulates the activities of starostas under martial law and amends the procedure for their appointment.
Minister Kuleba made his first ever visit to Mauritius. They discussed support for Ukraine, the Peace Formula and prospects for economic cooperation between the two countries.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba had a conversation with his Norwegian counterpart. They discussed the Ukrainian Formula for Peace, the expansion of the F-16 coalition, and additional assistance to Ukraine, including strengthening the energy system.
The SBU detained a deputy of the Chyhyryn City Council from the banned OPFL while trying to illegally cross the border with Slovakia. He is charged with justifying Russian war crimes and spreading hostile propaganda.
Russia and China plan to use barter trade in the fall due to payment problems. This will allow them to circumvent Western sanctions and reduce the visibility of transactions for regulators.
Due to Russian shelling, the humanitarian corridor Kolotylivka-Pokrovka in Sumy region is temporarily closed. Ukrainians are advised to use the corridor across the Belarusian-Ukrainian border to leave the occupied territories.
Russian troops shelled the territory of a hospital in Nikopol. The attack killed a 50-year-old man and damaged the hospital building, garages, cars and a power line.
The US State Department said that Ukraine did not inform them about the operation in the Kursk region of Russia. Nevertheless, Ukraine's actions do not contradict US policy on the use of American weapons.
Police are conducting searches in the Dnipro City Council on suspicion of misappropriation of public funds. The scheme involved overpricing materials for the Auly-Verkhniodniprovsk water pipeline worth UAH 350 million.
Prime Minister Shmyhal held a meeting on shelters in schools. The ministries prepared proposals for the construction of safe ground shelters and reinforcement of school buildings to improve the safety of students.
Washington has not changed its policy on strikes against Russia with American weapons. The White House wants an explanation from Ukraine on the situation in the Kursk region.
Judge Natalia Sharko, suspected of high treason, was fired for collaborating with the occupiers. Until April 2023, she received UAH 1.383 million in salary from the Ukrainian budget while working for the occupation administration.
The Russian Guard has stepped up security at the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant following allegations that Ukrainian troops have broken through the border. Additional forces have been allocated to combat sabotage groups in the Kursk and Belgorod regions.
Members of the HQCJ elected Andriy Pasichnyk as the new head of the commission with 9 votes. Mr. Pasichnyk has experience in legal practice, research and public service in the field of corruption prevention.
