Serhiy Kuzminykh remains the head of the Verkhovna Rada's subcommittee on pharmacy, despite being accused in a criminal proceeding for bribery. He also represents Ukraine at the international level, which creates reputational risks for the state.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu announced unprecedented Russian interference in the upcoming parliamentary elections. The Kremlin is financing political projects and planning voter bribery, disinformation, cyberattacks, and the involvement of the church.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu initiates a meeting of the Supreme Security Council. Foreign interference in the upcoming parliamentary elections will be discussed.
A Kyiv police officer and his accomplice organized a scheme to smuggle conscripts abroad. They were detained in Bukovyna, the "service" cost $13.5 thousand per person.
Ukraine increased booking capacity of the Trans-Balkan gas route by 2. 6 times, which expands access to resources from the southern direction. The cost of transportation through this corridor decreased by 25%, opening new opportunities for supply diversification.
The Prosecutor General's Office of Moldova denied information about Plahotniuc's consent to extradition. The Athens Court of Appeal confirmed his refusal, which will not affect the decision of the Greek authorities.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with President of France Emmanuel Macron. The parties discussed defense needs, including strengthening air defense, supplying SAMP/T and Crotale missiles, and financing the production of Ukrainian drones. They also discussed the training of Ukrainian pilots on "Mirages" and Ukraine's European integration path.
The EU Council has decided to integrate Moldova into the "roam like at home" zone from January 1, 2026. This will allow citizens of Moldova and the EU to use mobile communications without additional costs in the respective countries.
Fugitive Moldovan oligarch Vladimir Plahotniuc, detained in Greece, has been placed under pre-trial arrest for 40 days. He was apprehended at Athens airport as he was about to fly to Dubai.
In Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions, a special plant protection regime is in effect due to an invasion of migratory and Egyptian locusts. In Zaporizhzhia region, the regime has been introduced on 21,600 hectares, while in Kherson region, 297 hectares have been treated, including sunflower crops.
Former leader of the Democratic Party of Moldova, Vlad Plahotniuc, has been detained in Greece. He was wanted in connection with three criminal cases, including the theft of a billion dollars from banks.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha proposed that Russia transport deported Ukrainians directly to the Ukrainian border. Since June, Russia has significantly increased the number of deported citizens, mostly former prisoners, to the border with Georgia.
Ukraine, Moldova, and Romania will hold a trilateral ministerial meeting. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha discussed this with his Moldovan counterpart Mihai Popșoi, confirming partnership and coordination of efforts regarding the transit of Ukrainian citizens.
Border guards of the Mukachevo detachment detained a fake ambulance that was transporting an evader to Romania. The man was supposed to pay 10,000 US dollars for the transportation.
EU foreign ministers approved a new package of sanctions against pro-Kremlin individuals and organizations accused of destabilizing Moldova. This happened after statements by the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service about Moldova allegedly preparing for a conflict with Russia.
Europe is facing a new wave of AI-powered Russian disinformation, doubling bot attacks on email and media. This tests the EU's Digital Services Act, which may become stricter.
Foreign ministers of Southeast European countries supported Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic integration, including NATO membership. Participants of the meeting in Dubrovnik reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Ukraine's independence and territorial integrity.
Andriy Kolomiiets, convicted by the Russian Federation in 2015, has returned to Ukraine. He was deported to Georgia after serving a 10-year prison sentence.
Andriy Demchenko, spokesman for the State Border Guard Service, reported that the number of attempts of illegal border crossing is neither increasing nor decreasing. Most such cases are recorded on the borders with Romania and Moldova.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu stated her country's readiness to help Ukraine in developing logistics communication lines with Moldova and Romania. This concerns corridors for Odesa, Zaporizhzhia, and Mykolaiv, as well as ensuring infrastructure.
Donald Trump announced a 50% tariff on copper imports starting August 1, citing national security. This decision is part of a series of tariff announcements aimed at reshaping US trade agreements.
US President Donald Trump announced the introduction of tariffs on imports from the Philippines, Brunei, Moldova, Algeria, Libya, and Iraq starting August 1. Tariff rates vary from 20% to 30% depending on the country.
EU ambassadors approved sanctions against 7 individuals and 3 organizations accused of destabilizing the situation in Moldova. The sanctions will officially come into force next week.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal proposed to his Romanian counterpart Ilie Bolojan to hold a joint trilateral meeting with the participation of the Prime Minister of Moldova. Security challenges, sanctions against the Russian Federation, and the development of border infrastructure were discussed.
A 19-year-old Lviv resident was detained in Zakarpattia for the thirteenth time attempting to illegally cross the border. He was trying to get to Hungary, seeking better living conditions.
Ukraine has fulfilled all conditions for starting negotiations on EU membership in key areas. Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna announced readiness to open three clusters as early as July.
Ilan Shor's pro-Russian political bloc "Victory" announced its participation in Moldova's parliamentary elections. The list will be headed by Evghenia Guțul, head of Gagauzia, with the aim of "overthrowing the fascist regime" and holding early elections.
In Odesa region, a Moldovan citizen died during construction work due to a falling concrete support. The deceased and the injured man were not officially employed and were illegally staying in Ukraine.
In Kyiv, a 25-year-old man was detained who organized a scheme for illegally transporting conscripts to Moldova. He promised unhindered passage through checkpoints and the border for 13 thousand dollars.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu stated that the country's future in the EU depends on Moldovans ahead of the September parliamentary elections. The EU has allocated the first tranche of 270 million euros for Moldova.
