Ukraine

Over the past day, the Russian army lost 1160 soldiers, 9 armored vehicles and 69 artillery systems. In total, since the beginning of the war, the enemy has lost about 589,700 people and a significant amount of equipment.

Ukrainian athletes will compete in 8 sports at the Olympics in Paris on August 10. The competitions include diving, rowing, wrestling, rhythmic gymnastics, breaking and other disciplines.

The TCC serviceman demanded $5000 for helping a citizen avoid conscription and liability. He was detained after receiving the full amount, and the prosecutor's office filed a request for a preventive measure.

U. S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said that budgetary assistance to Ukraine depends on reforms to increase the resilience of the economy. The US has provided a new tranche of $3.9 billion to stabilize Ukraine's domestic front.

Russian authorities have introduced a counterterrorism operation in the Kursk and Belgorod regions. This involves increased security, traffic restrictions and control of citizens' communications.

Fraudsters are posing as employees of MIA service centers and offering to buy a driver's license without exams. The Ministry of Internal Affairs emphasizes that you can only get a license in person after passing the exams.

Russia has handed over 1,200 new history textbooks and banners with occupation symbols to schools in Kherson region. This is part of an effort to impose a Russian version of history and change the identity of Ukrainian children.

The Ukrainian army's offensive on Kursk may change the allies' policy on attacks on Russian territory. Germany and other countries demonstrate support for Ukraine's actions, recognizing its right to self-defense.

In the Bryansk region of Russia, the authorities have introduced a counterterrorism operation. This is due to the alleged increase in the level of sabotage and terrorist threats from Ukraine.

Since the beginning of the day on August 9, 70 combat engagements took place, with 25 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. Russia launched 2 missile and 51 air strikes, used 458 kamikaze drones and fired over 3,300 times.

At the 2024 Olympics in Paris, Ukrainian athletes won 11 medals: 3 gold, 4 silver and 4 bronze. Two days before the end of the Games, Ukraine ranks 15th in the medal standings.

The Minister of Finance of Ukraine said that there is enough money for the military. Due to delays in the supply of weapons at the beginning of the year, the government redirected funds from other sectors to purchase them.

In Donetsk region, new curfew schedules are being introduced depending on the distance to the front. In settlements closer than 10 kilometers to the front, it will last from 17:00 to 09:00, further than 10 kilometers - from 21:00 to 05:00.

The IAEA is monitoring the situation at the Kursk NPP due to reports of military activity in the region. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi called on the parties to exercise restraint and reminded them of the principles of nuclear safety.

The deficit of Ukraine's foreign trade in goods in January-July 2024 amounted to USD 16. 5 billion, which is 18.7% more than last year. Imports amounted to $39.1 billion, exports to $22.6 billion, with the largest imports from China and exports to Poland.

Former deputy head of the Prosecutor General's Office Andriy Smirnov said that NABU detectives and SAPO prosecutors had purchased luxury assets at low prices by registering them in their relatives' names. He also criticized the NABU report and called the heads of the anti-corruption agencies 'random'.

The United States provides Ukraine with a new military aid package worth $125 million. It includes air defense and HIMARS missiles, artillery shells, anti-tank systems, and other defense equipment.

Ukrainian wrestler Iryna Kolyadenko has made it to the finals of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris in the 62 kg weight category. She has guaranteed Ukraine its 12th medal at these competitions.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba concludes his tour of Malawi, Zambia and Mauritius. The visit included talks to increase support for Ukraine, signing of agreements and agreement on 5 intergovernmental agreements.

In July 2024, consumer prices in Ukraine remained unchanged compared to June, but increased by 4. 3% since the beginning of the year. Core inflation was 0.7% in July and 4.1% since the beginning of the year.

At a cemetery in Vinnytsia region, a man damaged more than 70 graves, including military ones. The suspect was detained and faces up to 7 years in prison for desecrating graves.

The President of Ukraine announced the successful replenishment of the exchange fund with prisoners over the past three days. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of releasing all Ukrainians from Russian captivity.

Amid reports of hostilities in the Kursk region, the number of personnel at the construction site of the Kursk NPP-2 has been reduced. Rosatom says that work continues as scheduled and all systems are operating normally.

The head of the Foreign Intelligence Service, Oleg Ivashchenko, reported on Russia's latest terrorist plans at a meeting of the Stavka. President Zelensky said Ukraine is ready for possible threats.

Moldova has introduced an early warning regime in the gas sector due to the risk of gas supply interruptions. Ukraine warned of risks and possible interruptions.

The meeting approved a plan to strengthen the air defense system to protect people, infrastructure, and military facilities. They also discussed comprehensive protection of schools and security aspects of preparations for the school year.

The President of Ukraine listened to reports on the situation at the front and the strengthening of air defense. They also discussed the protection of schools, Russia's terrorist plans and special operations of the Security Service of Ukraine.

The harvest of soft wheat in France this year will amount to 26. 3 million tons, which is 24.9% less than in 2023. The harvest of barley, durum wheat and oats is also expected to be lost, but corn production will increase by 9%.

The NABU director announced preparations for an independent audit of the bureau. International partners submitted to the Cabinet of Ministers a list of candidates for the commission that will review the activities of anti-corruption officials.

Ukraine's Defence Intelligence of Ukraine is working on new munitions that will soon be deployed in combat. Magura V5 maritime drones have already proven effective in reducing the activity of the Russian fleet.