Dmitry Polyansky, Russia's representative to the UN, stated that Russian troops hit military targets in Kyiv on the night of July 31. He cynically accused Ukraine of deploying air defense systems in residential areas, while President Zelenskyy visited the destroyed building where 31 people died.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the destroyed entrance of a nine-story building in Kyiv. He assured that the state would provide assistance and support to all victims of the Russian strike, which resulted in the death of 31 people and the injury of 179.
President Zelenskyy announced the preparation of a draft law to protect and rehabilitate Ukrainian soldiers after captivity. The assistance will cover illnesses acquired in captivity and will be equated to assistance for illnesses sustained during service.
President Zelenskyy inspected the consequences of the Russian attack on Kyiv on July 31. He spoke with rescuers and residents, promising assistance to those affected.
The UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine recorded a record number of civilian casualties in June 2025. The Russian Federation increased the number of missile attacks tenfold compared to June 2024.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. They discussed the consequences of Russia's brutal attack on Kyiv, increased drone production, financial needs, sanctions, and coordination with Donald Trump.
President Zelenskyy calls on Russia for a meeting at the leaders' level to end the war. Ukraine is ready for negotiations at any moment, if it is not an attempt to buy time.
Five months after the ban on marketing agreements between pharmacies and manufacturers, medicines have not become cheaper, except for the “TOP-100”. Manufacturers save money, but prices for patients remain high, and small manufacturers lose competitiveness.
President Zelenskyy stated that in July, Russia used over 3,800 "Shaheds", almost 260 missiles, and over 5,100 KABs against Ukraine. He emphasized the need for additional pressure and sanctions against Moscow.
The battle for Chasiv Yar has been going on for over two years, the front line is stable, there are no breakthroughs. Russian forces have suffered huge losses but have not achieved success, so they resort to information dumps and prepare massive assaults.
Over the past day, July 31, the Defense Forces neutralized 940 Russian invaders. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 01.08.25 increased by 940 people.
124 combat engagements have been recorded on the Russian-Ukrainian front. The Russian army launched 36 air strikes, using 66 guided bombs and 1449 kamikaze drones.
President Zelenskyy announced the approval of some draft laws for August, including the law on the military ombudsman.
President Zelenskyy reported the highest intensity of fighting near Pokrovsk and Dobropillia. He also refuted Russian claims about the capture of Chasiv Yar, calling them disinformation.
The law on restoring the powers of NABU and SAP was published on July 31 and will come into force on August 1. It reinstates old norms and establishes mandatory polygraph testing for employees.
The President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission welcomed the signing by the President of Ukraine of the law on NABU and SAPO, calling it a positive step. They emphasized the importance of continuing reforms in the rule of law and anti-corruption spheres for Ukraine's European path.
President Zelenskyy has approved 15 additional days of leave for Ukrainian military personnel. The decision is expected to come into effect in August.
President Zelenskyy signed a bill to increase defense expenditures by 412 billion hryvnias. The funds will go to payments for military personnel, procurement of weapons, and other army needs.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed the bill regarding NABU and SAPO. The document was previously submitted by him and voted on by the parliament.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine will inform partners about the restoration of NABU and SAP powers by presidential bill. This decision strengthens anti-corruption bodies and the law enforcement system.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held his first conversation with newly elected Polish President Karol Nawrocki. The parties agreed on an exchange of visits to discuss all issues of bilateral cooperation.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that confiscated Russian assets should be used for the needs of peace. He emphasized the necessity of blocking Russia's war machine and its arms industry.
Ukraine will face a significant increase in its funding deficit next year due to intense Russian attacks and failure to meet foreign creditors' reform demands. The country needs between $39 billion and $58 billion in external financing for next year alone.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted as a basis and in general the presidential bill No. 13533 regarding NABU and SAP. This step restores the powers of anti-corruption bodies after previous changes.
People's Deputy Dmytro Kostiuk announced his withdrawal from the "Servant of the People" faction due to the vote on NABU and SAP. He noted that they were forced to vote under threat.
President Zelenskyy reported that the night attack by the Russian Federation was calculated to overload air defense, and Kyiv became the main target. As a result of the strike, a child died, 80 people received assistance, 64 were injured, including 9 children.
Protesters gathered in Kyiv near the Verkhovna Rada in Mariinsky Park. On this day, the parliament will consider bill No. 13533 regarding NABU and SAPO.
Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine, using over 300 drones and 8 missiles. Dnipropetrovsk, Poltava, Sumy, Mykolaiv, and Kyiv regions were affected, with casualties and injuries.
As a result of the night attack on Kyiv, one person was killed and 48 were injured. The entrance of a residential building was destroyed, and rescue operations are underway.
Today, July 31, the Verkhovna Rada will convene for a session, where the first item on the agenda will be bill No. 13533 concerning NABU and SAPO. The Committee on Legal Policy recommended adopting it as a basis and in its entirety.
