In yaroslavl, smoke has been recorded over the "Slavneft-YANOS" oil refinery after the attack. Drones also attacked the luzhsky training ground and the port of ust-luga in the leningrad region.
On the night of July 6, the Russian Federation struck Ukraine with 68 missiles and 351 UAVs. Air defense shot down 37 missiles and 326 drones, hits were recorded at 34 locations.
Rebels in Mali shot down a military helicopter, likely belonging to the Russian 'African Corps'. They also intensified their offensive on the strategic town of Anefis, claiming to have established control, which the Malian army denies.
The cargo ship sent a distress signal after an attack by unknown armed assailants off the coast of Yemen. The ship's security returned fire, after which the attackers' boat retreated.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that due to systematic strikes, 42. 74% of russian oil refining capacities have been taken out of service. Over the year, industry losses reached 13.5 billion dollars, causing a fuel crisis in Russia.
General Ahmad Vahidi, who had not appeared in public since February 8, was spotted at the farewell ceremony for the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. He is considered a key player in shaping Iran's hardline stance in negotiations regarding the war with the US.
The Cabinet of Ministers is considering a phased increase in freight tariffs of Ukrzaliznytsia: by 30% from August 1 and another 15% from January 1. Prime Minister Svyrydenko announced consultations with businesses and possible compensation mechanisms.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with President of Finland Alexander Stubb. The leaders discussed strengthening air defense and agreed to work together on this.
The number of dead as a result of the russian attack on Kyiv has increased to 17. Emergency and rescue operations are ongoing at the site of the strike.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine struck the Lukoil-Nizhegorodnefteorgsintez oil refinery in Kstovo and a railway bridge in the Luhansk region. A fire was recorded on the territory of the enterprise and damage to other enemy objects.
Ukraine increased its defense budget to a record UAH 4. 4 trillion for 2026, having received the first tranche of EUR 3.9 billion from the EU for drones. At the same time, the Bureau of Economic Security is putting pressure on airlines, which paid UAH 702 million in taxes in 2025.
The URC-2026 conference concluded with the attraction of over 1. 5 billion euros and the signing of more than 30 agreements. Key areas include housing, transport, and municipal infrastructure.
The Serbian oil company NIS, whose controlling stake belongs to Russian owners, received a postponement of US sanctions until July 31. This will allow the company to continue importing oil until the completion of the sale of its stake to Hungarian MOL.
After the Moscow refinery was taken offline, the Russian authorities are redirecting fuel from regions to the capital to avoid a shortage. In Bashkortostan, gas stations have closed and strategic assets are being sold as a result.
July is rich in holidays that reflect Ukrainian identity, in particular the Day of Ukrainian Statehood on July 15. This month honors military sailors, police officers, medical workers and other professions.
The depositary Euroclear filed a lawsuit with a Belgian court to block a Russian court's decision to pay 220 billion euros. Euroclear insists that only Belgian courts have jurisdiction over it.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi called the situation in the 425th regiment, where 25 soldiers died, shameful. He reported an investigation and the suspension of the regiment commander.
The Bureau of Economic Security is investigating criminal proceedings against five Ukrainian airlines over aircraft leasing. Experts warn that treating lease payments as royalties contradicts international law.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte highly praised the effectiveness of Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refining infrastructure. According to him, the total production volume at refineries in Russia has decreased by a third.
In 15 regions of Russia, restrictions on gasoline sales have been introduced, and in occupied Crimea, a state of emergency has been declared. The cause of the shortage is attributed to Ukraine's strikes on oil refining infrastructure.
Ukraine has passed the first hot month without power outages. Experts warn of risks due to heat, repairs, and possible Russian attacks.
SBU fighters struck the ships "Volga" and "Vyatka", as well as the ferry "Petropavlovsk" at the "Zatoka" plant in Kerch.
In the Myrhorod district of the Poltava region, a hit by an enemy missile was recorded. No reports of injuries have been received, information is being clarified.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the US for the first time recorded in the G7 text support for Ukraine's territorial integrity, military and energy assistance, as well as sanctions against Russia.
Ukrainian defense company Fire Point is accelerating the development of the European missile defense system FREYJA after signing an agreement with German HENSOLDT. The first FP-7.X interceptor missiles could be ready by the end of this year.
The war in Ukraine is changing military doctrines, where drones are becoming the primary means of attack. Ukraine is actively using mid-strikes and deep strikes to target enemy logistics and strategic facilities.
Representatives of "ATESH" conducted reconnaissance of three objects of the Russian Federation's military infrastructure in western Crimea. The collected materials were handed over to the Defense Forces of Ukraine.
The Ukrainian energy system passed the first month of summer relatively stable, but remains vulnerable. Experts warn of a capacity deficit of up to 2.4 GW due to nuclear power plant repairs and possible new attacks.
A breast milk bank operates in Kyiv. Donor milk undergoes strict screening and pasteurization.
Russian military attacked a critical infrastructure facility in Kherson, leaving the central part of the city without electricity. The consequences of the strikes are being determined.
