On August 2, 50 combat engagements took place on the front line. The Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled Russian attacks in the Northern Slobozhansky, Kupyansk, Lyman, Toretsk, and other directions.
Kia America is recalling over 200,000 Telluride vehicles in the US. The reason is a possible detachment of the door handle trim.
Ukraine rescued a 19-year-old girl from the temporarily occupied territory who refused to cooperate with the occupiers. She remotely completed a Ukrainian school and entered a Ukrainian university.
On Sunday, August 3, variable cloudiness is expected in Ukraine. Short-term and moderate rains, sometimes thunderstorms, are possible in Zakarpattia, Prykarpattia, the east, and the southeast.
Russian occupiers lied about capturing Chasiv Yar in Donetsk Oblast. Their attempt to break through with two armored vehicles on July 30 failed, and women were among the assault group.
Ukrzaliznytsia purchased over 350 tons of reinforcing steel for 8. 9 million hryvnias, which is 13% lower than the expected cost. The purchased rebar will be used for the repair and construction of railway facilities.
In Kyiv, pets, including a cat, parrots, a rabbit, and a dog, were rescued from a house destroyed by a Russian attack on July 31. SES rescuers found the animals on different levels of the building; some were frightened but alive.
Prosecutors in the defense sector documented dozens of facts of abuses related to mobilization during July 2025. Bribes, fictitious employment, and illegal departure abroad were revealed.
The business activity expectations index in July 2025 decreased to 48. 3. This was influenced by infrastructure shelling and rising costs, but stable energy and demand are curbing the decline.
A survey in the Czech Republic shows growing fatigue with Ukrainian refugees, although most support their stay. 58% believe the country has accepted too many refugees, but 52% support providing asylum.
In July 2025, Ukrainians purchased over 6. 4 thousand new passenger cars, which is 1% more than last year. Toyota remains the leader, and the Chinese brand BYD is approaching it.
Law enforcement officers in Kryvyi Rih served a notice of suspicion to the head of a charitable foundation. He is accused of illegally transporting people across the state border for 17,000 dollars, promising a fictitious disability.
The US President reinstated the "Presidential Test" for physical fitness in public schools. This move is part of the goal to "restore the urgency of improving the health of all Americans."
The number of victims of the Russian strike on Kramatorsk on July 31 has increased. 3 people died, 10 were wounded; search and rescue operation continues.
Tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump cost Apple $800 million in the June quarter. The company's projected costs for the September quarter are $1.1 billion.
On the night of August 1, Russian occupiers attacked Dnipropetrovsk region with UAVs and artillery, damaging farms, a lyceum, a post office, and private homes. A 35-year-old woman, a 25-year-old man, as well as a 4-year-old boy and a 15-year-old girl were injured and pulled from under the rubble.
In total, 2630 cases were included in the inspection, 1989 of which have already been reviewed.
Russian occupiers shelled Kramatorsk on July 31, the city center was hit.
Law enforcement officers reported suspicion to the organizers of the production of falsified CORAGEN pesticides, which were supplied to EU countries. The criminal activity brought in over UAH 200 million in income.
On July 31, an air raid alert was declared throughout Ukraine. The reason was a Russian MiG-31K aircraft, capable of launching Kinzhal missiles.
As a result of Russia's night attack on July 31, 124 people were injured in Kyiv. The rescue operation continues, the wounded are receiving assistance.
US President Donald Trump stated that strained relations with Putin and Netanyahu prevent him from receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. He is disappointed by the actions of both leaders regarding the continuation of wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.
Dmytro Medvedev responded to Donald Trump's words about "dangerous territory" and the "dead economies" of India and Russia. He ridiculed the US president and hinted at nuclear war.
On the night of July 31, the Kyiv region was subjected to a massive attack by missiles and UAVs. Air defense forces shot down enemy targets, there were no casualties among the civilian population.
The enterprise produces communication equipment for the Russian army and is under sanctions from the EU, USA, Canada and other countries.
US President Donald Trump announced the imposition of 25% tariffs on goods from India, accusing the country of buying Russian weapons and energy. This decision, which will take effect on August 1, also includes an additional penalty.
On July 30, Kyiv was hit by a heavy downpour, which restricted traffic on a number of streets. The Promenada shopping center was flooded.
The man was sentenced to three years in prison. He broke the nose of a TCC employee during a document check.
In the first half of 2025, Kyiv, Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, and Kharkiv regions became leaders in new car sales. RENAULT Duster was the bestseller among new cars, while Volkswagen Golf, Tesla Model Y, and Audi Q5 led among used cars.
An earthquake occurred in Guatemala on July 29. Its magnitude, according to various sources, ranged from 5.7 to 6, and there are currently no reports of casualties.
