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In July 2024, Ukraine exported $3 billion worth of goods, mainly to the EU and China. The most exported products were wheat, rapeseed, barley, and ores, with Poland, Spain, Germany, and China as the main partners.

An explosion occurred at the Avangard plant in Bashkortostan, killing three workers. The company fulfills defense orders and is under sanctions from the EU, Switzerland and Ukraine.

The European Commission has signed an agreement with Tik Tok to withdraw the TikTok Lite Rewards program from the EU. The company has pledged to close the app and not try to circumvent the ban, otherwise it faces a fine of up to 6% of its annual turnover.

President Zelensky and Prime Minister Shmygal worked out the order of work for the month. Ukraine received 3 3.9 billion from the US and expects about 4 billion euros from the EU in August.

The Kremlin has launched hundreds of Telegram channels in 30 languages to spread propaganda after blocking Russian media in the West. The audience of these channels can reach 15.7 million users.

Pace is working on resolutions on the release of Ukrainian military and civilians from Russian captivity.

Swedish Foreign Minister Tobias Billstrom has proposed new EU sanctions against Chinese companies. He accused China of helping Russia circumvent EU sanctions by exporting goods through third countries.

70 MEPs sign a letter calling for the suspension of Hungary's participation in the Schengen area due to the easing of visa rules for Russians and Belarusians. They demand an investigation and possible expulsion of Hungary from the Schengen zone.

German brand Hugo Boss has sold its business in Russia to its wholesale partner Stockmann. The company has completely withdrawn from the Russian market due to the war in Ukraine, having fulfilled its contractual obligations to its partners.

The Council of the European Union has adopted sanctions against 28 people for human rights violations in Belarus. The restrictions apply to representatives of law enforcement agencies, the judiciary and state media.

Ireland's intelligence chief says Russia is spying in the country. The authorities are monitoring the activities of russia, China and Islamist groups, cooperating with European and American intelligence agencies.

The European Union will not recognize the victory of Nicolas Maduro in the presidential election in Venezuela due to the lack of official voting data. The delay in publishing the results increases doubts about their reliability.

German Foreign Minister Annalena Burbock has supported the deployment of US long-range missiles in the country as a means of deterring russia. The United States plans to deploy hypersonic weapons in Germany starting in 2026.

The head of the OP, Andriy Yermak, said that sanctions against Russia should be strengthened as long as the armed aggression continues. The goal is to stop Russia's military-industrial complex, energy exports and the war.

The United States has provided Ukrenergo with 18 high-voltage autotransformers to restore power grids after Russian attacks. Some of the equipment is already in operation, providing electricity to millions of Ukrainians.

The Moldovan prime minister has said that the country will comply with international legislation on human rights. This is a response to Ukraine's request for extradition of men who left the country due to mobilization.

Ukraine and Ireland discussed deepening cooperation and the content of the bilateral agreement. The parties exchanged views on specific provisions and agreed on further steps to strengthen the partnership.

China and Brazil have prepared a 6-point plan to resolve the conflict in Ukraine. According to Beijing, more than 110 countries have responded positively to this initiative, which provides for a peace conference.

The Ukrainian government has approved a draft agreement with the EU to receive €50 million for port repairs. During the 11 months of the sea corridor's operation, cargo turnover in the ports of Greater Odesa amounted to 60 million tons.

Economy Minister Sergiy Marchenko said that the tranche from the US will be enough until early September. The EU is also expected to receive €4.2 billion under the Ukraine Facility program.

In 2024, 228,319 vehicles were imported to Ukraine, which is 14. 2% more than last year. 71% of imported cars are used, with an average age of 9 years. The most popular brands: Volkswagen, Renault and Audi.

Head of the Verkhovna Rada Tax Committee opposes the use of individual entrepreneurs by Internet providers. The Internet Association of Ukraine asks the President for protection, urging him to stop the campaign to destroy small domestic telecom businesses.

Hungary's Foreign Minister reacted sharply to the European Commission's response to oil transit. Szijjarto called it a scandal and criticized the proposal to use an alternative route through Croatia.

Ukraine hopes for Turkey's active participation in ensuring food security and navigation safety in the Black Sea. The parties also discussed the ratification of the Free Trade Agreement and strengthening economic cooperation.

The price of bitcoin dropped to $63 thousand due to concerns about a slowdown in the economy and the possible sale of confiscated tokens by the US government. Uncertainty about the US election also affected the cryptocurrency market.

The European Commission has formed a special group to develop strategies in case Trump wins the US election. The team is analyzing potential consequences for trade, support for Ukraine, and relations with NATO.

ARMA failed to sell Medvedchuk's yacht after two years of arrest in Croatia. The head of the agency, Olena Duma, delayed the process, starting the sale only a month before the end of the arrest.

European gas prices rose by 2. 2% due to escalation in the Middle East and fears of supply disruptions. Traders are concerned about stockpiling for the winter, despite well-filled storage facilities.

The EU demands that Hungary explain its decision to ease visa rules for citizens of Russia and Belarus. EU Commissioner Ylva Johansson expressed concern about potential espionage and security risks for the bloc.

Matvienko, the head of the Federation Council of the Russian Federation, said she was ready to engage in a dialogue with Georgia at the parliamentary level. She noted that the results of the October elections in Georgia will determine the country's future course.