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The White House confirms that it had no prior knowledge of the operation in Kursk region. The US plans to ask Ukraine about the details, but reaffirms Ukraine's right to self-defense against Russian aggression.
Boxer Oleksandr Khyzhnyak became an Olympic champion in the 80 kg weight category. Ukraine ranks 17th in the medal standings with 3 gold, 2 silver and 3 bronze medals.
The U. S. State Department considers Putin's statement about Ukraine's 'provocation' in the Kursk region to be an exaggeration. The U.S. emphasizes that Russia has been violating Ukraine's territorial integrity since 2014, and the actions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces do not violate restrictions on the use of U.S. weapons.
Gas prices in Europe hit a one-year high following reports that Ukrainian troops have seized the gas transit point in Sudzha. There is no official confirmation, but traders fear possible supply disruptions.
There were 68 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day. Russia launched a missile strike, 50 air strikes, used 674 kamikaze drones and fired 3,682 times at Ukrainian troops' positions.
Boxer Oleksandr Khyzhniak won a gold medal at the Olympic Games in Paris. President Zelenskyy congratulated the athlete, thanking him for his strength and confidence, and called for supporting all Ukrainian Olympians.
Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Khyzhnyak won a gold medal in the 80 kg weight category at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. In the final, he defeated the world champion from Kazakhstan with a score of 3:2.
Russian troops captured Serhiivka and advanced in several settlements in Donetsk region. At the same time, Ukrainian defense forces pushed back the enemy in the village of New York in Donetsk region.
Mykhailo Podolyak, Advisor to the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, commented on the events in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. He said that the lack of an adequate response to the counterwar would only confirm the idea of "a strong conscious relationship between Russians and their government.
VDTRK's war correspondent Yevgeny Poddubny was wounded in a Ukrainian drone attack in the Kursk region. He is in the regional hospital, although earlier reports of his death were made.
Photos and videos of allegedly captured Russians were taken near the Sudzha checkpoint in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. Ukrainian and foreign OSINT analysts report confirmed cases of Russian surrenders in this region.
President Zelensky submitted a draft law on multiple citizenship to the Verkhovna Rada. The draft law defines the principles of citizenship and the grounds for its loss, including the acquisition of citizenship of the aggressor state.
The US State Department said that Ukraine did not inform them about the operation in the Kursk region of Russia. Nevertheless, Ukraine's actions do not contradict US policy on the use of American weapons.
The governor of the Kursk region announced the introduction of a state of emergency due to the difficult situation in the border areas. This decision was made amid reports of a possible seizure of the town of Sudzha and a gas distribution station by the Ukrainian armed forces.
Prime Minister Shmyhal held a meeting on shelters in schools. The ministries prepared proposals for the construction of safe ground shelters and reinforcement of school buildings to improve the safety of students.
Washington has not changed its policy on strikes against Russia with American weapons. The White House wants an explanation from Ukraine on the situation in the Kursk region.
The President of Ukraine held a meeting with government officials on new social support. They discussed opportunities for new business, job creation and family support.
Judge Natalia Sharko, suspected of high treason, was fired for collaborating with the occupiers. Until April 2023, she received UAH 1.383 million in salary from the Ukrainian budget while working for the occupation administration.
President Zelenskyy spoke with Chief of the Armed Forces Syrskyy about Ukraine's actions. He also had a meeting with Defense Minister Umerov on the missile program.
The Russian Guard has stepped up security at the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant following allegations that Ukrainian troops have broken through the border. Additional forces have been allocated to combat sabotage groups in the Kursk and Belgorod regions.
The President of Ukraine has announced the preparation of the launch of a new digital achievement "Army+". The application will simplify everyday tasks for the commanders of the Ukrainian Defense Forces, and subsequently for every soldier.
The BES conducted searches in Poltava City Council over the embezzlement of UAH 5. 3 million in the purchase of drones. The former director and chief specialist of the defense department were notified of suspicion.
The European Commission spokesperson said that Ukraine has a legitimate right to defend itself by striking the aggressor on its territory.
The occupiers are unable to establish public utilities in Mariupol. Residents complain about sewerage breakdowns and lack of water, and the only emergency service is unable to cope with the problems.
The Russian army shelled Nikopol district with artillery and kamikaze drones. A multi-storey building, private houses and infrastructure were damaged, and two men were injured.
Finland's defense minister has rejected an application to buy real estate from a businessman with Russian-Swiss citizenship. The applicant's company is linked to the military industry and is on Ukraine's sanctions list, the Presse reported.
The President of Ukraine has signed a law allowing officers to be reinstated in military rank during martial law. The reinstatement will take place regardless of the position held, subject to a positive certification.
The President of Ukraine signed a law on the strategic framework for integrated state border management. The document brings the border protection system closer to European standards and provides for the development of a separate strategy.
ARMA reports billions in losses due to the suspension of production at the Sakhalin field. The agency has appealed to law enforcement to bring the perpetrators to justice and restore the production license.
