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On August 12, the 51st edition of the UEFA Super Cup between PSG and Aston Villa will take place in Salzburg. The Parisians could become the second team after Real Madrid to win the trophy twice in a row.
Record heat in the EU will result in losses of €180 billion, equivalent to 1% of GDP. Labour productivity and agriculture will be hit hardest.
An Austrian company from Vienna supplied equipment for the production of engines for Russian missiles and fighter jets by falsifying certificates. A 28-year-old Belarusian citizen has been detained; the damage amounts to €3.3 million.
June and July were the hottest in Western Europe since records began, with an average temperature of 21. 62 degrees. The world's oceans also warmed to record levels, while heat and drought are intensifying each other.
Elina Svitolina defeated Anastasia Potapova 6–1, 6–1 in Toronto. The match lasted one hour and one minute.
Italy has declared the highest level of danger due to the heat in all 27 monitored cities for the first time this year. The heat has caused records in Austria, fires in France, and energy problems in Hungary.
Austria recorded a new temperature record for the second day in a row. The highest temperature was recorded in Bad Deutsch-Altenburg, surpassing Vienna's reading.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed decrees on the dismissal of five ambassadors. Among the dismissed diplomats are the ambassadors to Brunei, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Austria, and Libya.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a new international format that will unite the countries of the region around security, economy and tourism. The initiative was supported by the presidents of the European Council and the European Commission.
The Austrian government plans to increase the term of military service from six to nine months due to the changing security situation following Russia's aggression against Ukraine. Chancellor Christian Stocker stated the need to strengthen its own defense capabilities.
Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha met with a delegation of representatives from 23 OSCE countries. He emphasized the need to release the Ukrainian SMM OSCE staff members whom Russia has been holding since 2022.
Greece, France, Italy, Germany, Austria and Portugal are blocking or demanding exemptions from the 21st EU sanctions package. Diplomats warn that national economic interests are weakening sanctions policy.
On July 19, Spain and Argentina will play in the World Cup 2026 final at MetLife Stadium. Spain could win its second title, while Argentina aims to defend the trophy.
On July 16, Kyiv Dynamo will play the return match of the 1st qualifying round of the Europa League against Romanian Universitatea. The first match ended in a goalless draw.
EU countries failed for the third consecutive day to agree on a new package of sanctions against Russia, temporarily freezing the oil price cap at $44. 10 per barrel until July 23. Austria and Greece blocked the process due to demands for compensation and restrictions on gas trade.
On July 14 in Dallas, the 2026 World Cup semifinal between France and Spain will take place. Bookmakers give a slight edge to the French with odds of 2.46.
A group of Ukrainian servicemen took part in the annual parade on the Champs-Élysées. They marched at the end, receiving warm applause.
Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov reported on a new delivery of mobile F-16 simulators. The simulators are designed specifically for Ukrainian pilots and will allow increasing the intensity of training.
Germany summoned the Russian ambassador over cyberattacks against Germany, the EU, and Ukraine. The EU imposed sanctions against nine individuals and four organizations involved in cyber operations.
92% of Ukrainians plan a vacation in the summer of 2026, almost 70% choose to vacation in Ukraine. Popular foreign destinations are Turkey, Egypt, and European countries.
Olha Sopit has won Ukraine's first-ever European Championship gold medal in women's foil. In the final, the Kyiv native defeated the highly decorated Italian Arianna Errigo.
Traditions of wearing wedding rings depend on culture: in Ukraine, the right hand is chosen, while in the USA, it is the left. The custom originates from Egypt and symbolizes eternity.
Omar Artan was banned from entering the US due to suspected links with militants. FIFA will pay the referee his full World Cup fee despite his absence.
Only 11% of Europeans consider the US an ally, which is a historic low. The majority of those surveyed favor European weaponry and funding their own defense.
Princess Bajrakitiyabha has died at the age of 47 after a prolonged coma caused by a heart condition. She was a diplomat and a contender for the royal throne.
Lionel Messi has partially returned to training with the Argentina national team following an injury. The forward may play a few minutes in the friendly matches in June.
EU Commissioner Brunner reported on discussions regarding the exclusion of men aged 23-60 from protection. A final decision will be made in the coming weeks.
The EU is considering the possibility of restricting automatic protection for Ukrainian men aged 23-60. Austria proposes implementing these changes starting from March 2027.
The FRG lost to Portugal and Austria in the vote for a seat on the UN Security Council. Johann Wadephul linked this to the support for Ukraine and Israel, as well as Russian lobbying.
The UN General Assembly has elected Austria, Portugal, and three other countries to the Security Council. The new members will begin their two-year term on January 1, 2027.