Russia has redeployed troops from southern Ukraine to its territory due to the Ukrainian armed forces' offensive in the Kursk region. Within a week, Ukrainian forces took control of about 1,000 square kilometers of Russian territory.
The SAPO has completed a pre-trial investigation into MP Yaroslav Dubnevych, who is suspected of organizing the embezzlement of UAH 2. 1 billion worth of gas and money laundering through offshore companies.
The National Museum of History of Ukraine has received three Roman silver bars dated 306-337 that were rescued from illegal sale. The ingots, each weighing 342 grams, were found in Zakarpattia, and their total value is almost UAH 3.5 million.
The General Staff reports 80 combat engagements on the frontline over the last day, almost half of them in the Pokrovsk sector. In the Kharkiv sector, the enemy carried out 12 attacks near Lypky, Hlyboke, Tykhy and Vovchansk.
On August 16-17, a temporary border crossing will be opened in Lviv Oblast as part of the European Neighborhood Days. Citizens will be able to cross the border on foot from 9:00 to 20:00 at the Korchmyn-Stayivka checkpoint in the Belzka community.
The Ministry of Education and Science has approved a new model program "Defense of Ukraine" for grades 10-11. The course focuses on practical skills, patriotism and national security, with the same content for all students regardless of gender.
Russia wants to move some refugees from Kursk region to the occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia region. For this purpose, they plan to use sanatoriums and boarding houses on the Azov Sea coast.
The contract of the head coach of the Ukrainian Olympic team Ruslan Rotan and his staff with the UAF has expired. During Rotan's tenure, the youth team played 47 matches, and the Olympic team played 11.
Latvian Defense Minister Andris Spruds announced the preparation of another package of military assistance to Ukraine. About 500 Latvian-made UAVs will be sent to support various combat missions.
The Russian Defense Ministry has reported strikes on Ukrainian forces in Kursk Region, including 40 km from Kursk. Earlier, Ukraine claimed control over the town of Suja in Kursk Region.
In July, almost 2. 4 thousand hybrid cars were registered in Ukraine, up 56% year-on-year. Toyota RAV-4 was the leader among new hybrids, and Ford Fusion US was the leader among used hybrids.
In one week, the Ukrainian Armed Forces took control of about 1,000 square kilometers in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. This is 1.7 times more territory than Russian troops seized in Ukraine in the three months from May to August.
24,360 Ukrainian families have chosen the Baby Box at birth since the beginning of 2024. Kyiv, Dnipropetrovska and Zakarpatska oblasts became the leaders. The content of the package has been updated to meet the needs of parents.
Russian singer Larisa Dolina reported that her apartment had been seized due to fraud. She hinted at Ukraine's involvement, noting that the fraudsters were on Ukrainian territory.
The Romanian Navy conducted a controlled explosion of a mine drifting to the Black Sea coast. Since the beginning of the war, Romania has discovered and destroyed more than 100 such mines.
The Kremlin may announce a general mobilization due to a lack of troops to cover losses at the front. Russia needs about 500,000 new soldiers over the next 12 months to compensate for the depletion of troops in Ukraine.
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson reported a restrained reaction from partners to the Ukrainian Armed Forces' operation in the Kursk region of Russia. Ukrainian forces control about 1,000 square kilometers of territory, and Western partners express understanding of Ukraine's actions.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs commented on the operation in the kursk region, saying that Ukraine does not aim to seize territory, but only protects Ukrainians and supports the military.
A photo exhibition documenting Russian war crimes in Ukraine was presented in the Angolan capital.
In the highlands of the Carpathians, a number of people were detained who were trying to illegally cross the border with Romania. Some of the offenders were unprepared, wearing shorts and flip-flops, without sufficient food and water.
Humanitarian organizations continue to evacuate residents from the frontline areas. The displaced people need case management, psychosocial support and accommodation, the UN reports.
Participants and medalists of the 2024 Olympics have returned to Ukraine. Among them are Zhan Beleniuk, Lyudmyla Luzan, Parviz Nasibov and others, who brought the country 12 medals, including 3 gold.
Ukraine is not going to lower the mobilization age, despite Russia's superiority in human resources. Instead, Ukraine is relying on innovative means of warfare to respond asymmetrically.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports on active preparations for the second Global Peace Summit. The locations and dates of interim meetings have been determined, and work is underway at all levels, including the President and the Presidential Office.
The Ukrainian military published a video from Russian Lyubymivka, claiming that the settlement had been cleared of Russian troops. The authorities have not yet officially confirmed this information.
According to the UN, the number of civilian casualties in Donetsk region increased from 125 in May to 269 in July 2024. Humanitarian organizations continue to help civilians leave the areas of active hostilities.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is implementing large-scale digitalization of consular services for Ukrainians abroad. This will make it possible to transfer some services to a remote format, reduce the workload of consuls and improve citizens' access to services.
SBU warns of Russian attempts to accuse Ukrainian military of war crimes in Kursk region. The SBU spokesperson said that crimes against civilians may be staged to discredit Ukraine.
The Ministry of Culture of Ukraine has not received a response from the mayor of Rome to the call to cancel Anna Netreko's performances at the Rome Opera. The acting Minister of Culture hopes for the non-administrative influence of the Italian leadership in this matter.
A 26-year-old Ukrainian man suspected of murdering his 46-year-old compatriot in a refugee shelter has been detained in Rostock. Police are investigating the circumstances of the death, which could have been violent.
