Vasyl Bodnar, Ukraine's Ambassador to Poland, condemned the actions of Sejm deputy Roman Fritz, who called the slogan "Glory to Ukraine" Nazi. Bodnar emphasized that this slogan is a symbol of national spirit and Ukraine's defense.
From January to July 2025, Gazprom exported 9. 93 billion cubic meters of gas to Europe, which is the lowest figure since the early 1970s. This happened after the loss of transit through Ukraine, which led to an almost twofold decrease in supply volumes.
Polish special services and police advocate for the reintroduction of the visa regime with Ukraine. This is due to the detention of a Ukrainian citizen on suspicion of cooperating with Russian special services and preparing an attack.
In 2023, the EU received 25. 9% of global international tourism revenue, almost double that of the US with 12.3%. Tourism revenues accounted for 2.5% of the EU's GDP, continuing its recovery after COVID-19.
At the Krakovets border crossing point, the processing of passenger cars and buses for exit from Ukraine has been temporarily suspended due to a malfunction of the electrical transformer. Entry into Ukraine is proceeding as usual, and cargo transport is also being processed.
The speed of Patriot air defense system supplies to Ukraine depends on how soon the US provides Europe with a replacement for this type of weapon. Six European countries have about two dozen such systems, their price is about $1 billion per battery.
A Ukrainian-Polish expedition has begun search and exhumation work in Lviv. They will last approximately until August 30 and aim to rebury the remains of Polish Army soldiers who died in 1939.
At the Krakovets checkpoint, there is a temporary power outage, which has led to the suspension of the passage of people and vehicles in both directions. Specialists are working to restore power.
Poland has signed a contract worth over 6 billion euros with South Korea for the purchase of an additional 180 K2 tanks, which will increase its tank fleet to 1,100 units. This will make the country one of the leading tank powers in NATO, surpassing the combined tank numbers of Great Britain, Germany, France, and Italy.
Poland extended border control with Lithuania and Germany until October 4 due to the threat of illegal migration. The decision was agreed with partners and is aimed at closing the migration route.
The Gdańsk prosecutor's office announced the arrest of Ukrainian Ihor H. for damaging the water supply network in Sopot. He faces up to eight years in prison.
An international investigation has revealed that the smuggling of Anguilla anguilla eels is a multi-billion dollar business. Since 2021, almost 4 tons of glass eels have been exported from the EU, and gang members have been arrested.
Poland expects exhumation works to begin in the Zboiska district of Lviv on August 4. Decisions are also expected regarding a bilateral agreement on minority education and the status of schools with Polish as the language of instruction.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha visited Poland for talks on establishing joint defense enterprises. The parties discussed strengthening military-technical cooperation and sanction pressure on Russia.
Poland is actively discussing the 47th military aid package and preparing the 48th and 49th. This will significantly strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russia's attack on Kyiv on July 31 is a slap in the face to peace efforts and the American side. He emphasized the need to increase sanctions pressure on Russia.
A survey in the Czech Republic shows growing fatigue with Ukrainian refugees, although most support their stay. 58% believe the country has accepted too many refugees, but 52% support providing asylum.
The KLR Bus terminal in Khmelnytskyi has been certified and meets EU and Ukrainian requirements. The company has invested over UAH 40 million and plans to expand to Lviv and Przemyśl.
The US Department of Defense announced on July 31, 2025, the signing of large-scale contracts worth tens of billions of dollars. The agreements cover aviation, navy, army, scientific developments, and international cooperation, including arms supplies to allies.
The National Bank of Ukraine reports that food prices in Ukraine have converged with European ones, and some, like butter, have even exceeded them. This is due to internal and external factors, including high production costs and differences in VAT rates.
The apple harvesting season in Ukraine lasts from September to November, with early varieties being picked in August. This year's harvest of quality apples is expected to be low due to weather conditions and the lack of protective technologies.
The number of representatives of Georgia's ruling party "Georgian Dream" and related individuals who have fallen under Western sanctions has exceeded 230. Restrictions were imposed by the USA, Great Britain, the Baltic states, the Czech Republic, Germany, Poland, and Ukraine.
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.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated the chance of a suspension of Russia's war against Ukraine in the near future. He emphasized that Poland must be ready for defense regardless of how events unfold.
At the Budomierz-Hrushiv checkpoint, traffic for passenger vehicles may be slowed down due to road works. Drivers are advised to choose alternative checkpoints.
The Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine denied information about a secret meeting in the Alps, where the resignation of President Zelenskyy was allegedly discussed. HUR states that this is Russian disinformation aimed at increasing social tension and discord in Ukraine.
Nine countries have officially expressed interest in borrowing funds from the EU military procurement program SAFE by the deadline. Poland plans to request 25 billion euros, and Greece – at least 1.2 billion euros.
In Lviv region, a lawyer will be tried for organizing the illegal transfer of a conscript abroad for $16,000 and for threatening a judge with murder. He promised to produce fictitious documents about his mother's illness for the man to leave Ukraine.
In the first 5 months of 2025, Ukraine imported 539 buses worth 25. 9 million US dollars. Among them, 161 were new and 378 were used, with Turkey and Poland being the largest suppliers, respectively.
Kyiv "Dynamo" will play the return match of the 2nd qualifying round of the Champions League against Maltese "Hamrun Spartans" on July 29 at 21:00 at the "Lublin Arena" stadium in Poland. In the first match, "Dynamo" won confidently with a score of 3:0.
