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Russian occupiers have almost abandoned mass assaults, using infiltration of small groups. The spokesperson of the OSGV stated that the enemy's main goal in the Kharkiv region is to create a buffer zone, not an offensive on the city.
Polish military were unable to intercept the Russian Kh-101 cruise missile due to a legislative requirement for visual identification of the target. The missile flew about 100 km deep into the country and exploded in the Lublin Voivodeship.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk reported contacts with European leaders regarding the violation of the country's airspace by a missile during Russia's attack on Ukraine. The leaders expressed full solidarity and readiness to help.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk convened a coordination group after a violation of the country's airspace by a Russian Kh-101 missile during a massive attack on Ukraine. Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the incident.
A Polish portal published a video of an unidentified object falling in a voivodeship bordering Ukraine. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that a Russian Kh-101 missile violated Poland's airspace.
On the night of July 27, the Defense Forces struck an export terminal in Rostov-on-Don, causing a fire. Strikes on enemy targets in southern Ukraine also continue.
Ukrainian forces struck an export terminal 250 km from the front line and oil facilities 1300 km from the border. The President stated that the long-range sanctions plan has been implemented.
President Zelenskyy reported successful strikes by the Defense Forces on Russian targets. Among the targets were an enterprise in Kirov, an oil refinery in Tyumen, a logistics facility in Yekaterinburg, and a warehouse in Rostov-on-Don.
A Russian attack drone with real-time control channels crossed the border of Romania, a NATO country. The spokesman of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine suggests that this could have been intentional.
The border agencies of four countries signed a declaration on supporting the integration of Ukraine and Moldova into the EU. The document provides for strengthening cooperation in the field of security and the implementation of European standards.
President Zelenskyy confirmed the operation of "long-range sanctions" against logistics facilities and an oil depot in the Moscow region. Also in the Black Sea, two tankers and four dry cargo ships were hit.
The Ministry of Defense reported that the Reserve+ application will operate in normal mode on July 18-22. Technical works will last 1-2 hours at night, and those liable for military service are advised to download a PDF version of the document.
The government has ordered the reburial of the remains of Colonel of the Army of the Ukrainian People's Republic and the first head of the OUN, Yevhen Konovalets, at the National Military Memorial Cemetery.
Russian troops are looking for new areas to infiltrate with small infantry groups. The most tense situation is in the Lyman and Kupyansk directions.
President Zelenskyy reported that the SBU destroyed a military Tu-95 aircraft in Engels. The aircraft was used for missile strikes on Ukraine.
Wheat futures reached a two-year high, but the gains were offset by weak U. S. export data. Russian strikes on Ukrainian ports have reduced a third of grain export capacity.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on July 16. The parties discussed diplomatic steps for peace, the situation on the front line, and the development of bilateral trade.
During the holiday season, passenger traffic on the western section of the border increases by up to 20%. The number of those who left Ukraine exceeds those who entered by more than 150,000 people.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine on the night of July 16 struck six tankers and two tugboats in the Black and Azov Seas. Also hit were the "Shakhtarsk" oil depot and bridges in Prymorsk and Chongar.
Russians struck the Kyivskyi district of Kharkiv with a KAB, injuring 9 people. They also attacked energy workers' vehicle with a drone in Yuriivka, injuring three workers.
On July 13, 2026, repair work will be carried out on the Moldovan side of the Mohyliv-Podilskyi – Otaci checkpoint. Possible suspension of vehicle passage.
A fake about a Belarusian Il-62 crossing the border was spread on social media, citing Flightradar24. The Air Force refuted this, calling the service an unofficial source.
SBGS spokesperson Andriy Demchenko stated that there is no blockade for freight vehicles or railway traffic on the border with Poland. He also reported an increase in border crossings in the summer, mainly for exit.
In the case of illegal departure of men abroad under the guise of music tours, six people received suspicion, including the former acting Minister of Culture. The cost of a place in a fake band reached $13,000.
The former official is suspected of facilitating the illegal transportation of 8 men of conscription age across the border under the guise of musicians. He re-sent a letter to the border guards after the refusal.
President Zelenskyy stated that repeaters for adjusting Russian drone attacks on Ukraine are operating on the territory of Belarus. He called on Lukashenko to turn them off within a week, otherwise the Armed Forces of Ukraine will do it.
Carriers may use permits for regular transportation through the "Shehyni" checkpoint at the "Nyzhankovychi" and "Smilnytsia" checkpoints. The decision was made due to repairs on the Polish side of the border, which will last until the end of 2027.
Ukraine's aviation industry paid a record UAH 702 million in taxes in 2025, despite the closed sky. Due to criminal cases by the Bureau of Economic Security (BEB) regarding aircraft leasing and a decline in profitability, businesses risk leaving Ukrainian jurisdiction.
Law enforcement officers exposed a large-scale scheme to legalize illegally cut oaks. Through fictitious documents, timber products worth over UAH 147 million were sold.
EU leaders confirmed unwavering support for Ukraine and expect the first payment of 90 billion euros loan by the end of June. They are also determined to increase pressure on russia and welcome progress in establishing a Special Tribunal.