Ukraine

A large-scale air alert has been declared across Ukraine due to the takeoff of an enemy MiG-31K fighter jet. The Ukrainian Air Force warns of a missile threat to the entire country.

russian oil companies have reduced drilling rates by 2. 5% compared to last year due to OPEC+ production cuts. russia is implementing two sets of cuts, but still produces more oil than agreed.

Since the beginning of 2024, 59 cases of arson attacks on military vehicles have been solved in Ukraine. We have exposed 68 people who committed these crimes on the orders of Russian special services for a monetary reward.

The European Commission has formed a special group to develop strategies in case Trump wins the US election. The team is analyzing potential consequences for trade, support for Ukraine, and relations with NATO.

ARMA failed to sell Medvedchuk's yacht after two years of arrest in Croatia. The head of the agency, Olena Duma, delayed the process, starting the sale only a month before the end of the arrest.

USAID has purchased 18 autotransformers for Ukraine to help restore the power grid after Russian attacks, US Ambassador Bridget Brink said.

Russia is forcibly recruiting foreigners for the war in Ukraine. 8 Indian citizens have been killed while serving in the Russian army, and 63 are trying to get out early after being fraudulently recruited.

The new car market in Ukraine grew by 20% in July 2024. Renault Duster became the sales leader, while Toyota remains the most popular brand.

European gas prices rose by 2. 2% due to escalation in the Middle East and fears of supply disruptions. Traders are concerned about stockpiling for the winter, despite well-filled storage facilities.

The volume of FDI in Odesa region reached $1,730. 2 million, up 21% compared to the end of 2023. The region has risen to fifth place in terms of FDI in Ukraine, becoming the leader in terms of investment growth.

The EU demands that Hungary explain its decision to ease visa rules for citizens of Russia and Belarus. EU Commissioner Ylva Johansson expressed concern about potential espionage and security risks for the bloc.

On August 2, Ukrainian Olympians will compete in 7 disciplines at the Paris Games. On August 1, Serhiy Kulish won silver in shooting, Ukraine ranks 35th in the medal standings.

Dry and hot weather is expected in Ukraine on August 2, with temperatures up to 33°. In the Carpathian and Transcarpathian regions, there may be short-term rains and thunderstorms. In Kyiv, there will be no precipitation, and the daytime temperature will be 26-28°.

Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 580,590 personnel and 8,402 tanks.

On the sixth day of the Olympic Games in Paris, Serhiy Kulish won a silver medal in shooting. Ukrainian athletes competed in six sports, and Ukraine ranks 35th in the medal standings.

It is believed that on August 2, 1858, special letterboxes began to be placed centrally on the streets of London. Although prototypes of mailboxes existed earlier.

Russian occupation forces captured Vesele village in Pokrovsk district of Donetsk region. The enemy also advanced near Lysychne, Ivanivka, Serhiivka and Zhelanne, using motorcycle units for reconnaissance.

The launching ceremony of the second Ukrainian Ada-class corvette Hetman Ivan Vyhovsky (F-212) took place at RMK Marine shipyard in Istanbul. This is the second corvette built in Turkey for Ukraine.

Republican lawmakers are worried about a split with Trump on key security issues. They are concerned about his stance on the war in Ukraine, NATO, and the defense of Taiwan from China.

Ukrainian tennis players Lyudmyla and Nadiya Kichenok lost in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris to a Spanish pair. Ukraine finished the tennis tournament without medals.

Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets reported a critical situation in a children's camp in Spain. Parents complain about unsafe conditions for children, lack of communication and sanitary violations.

Ukraine's Deputy Energy Ministers met with the JICA delegation. The parties discussed Japan's assistance in the energy sector and plans for long-term cooperation, in particular in the development of renewable energy sources and infrastructure rehabilitation.

50% of respondents supported the renaming of streets in Odesa, 50% opposed it. The changes are aimed at strengthening Ukrainian identity and rejecting Soviet and imperial names.

The President of Ukraine announced the preparation of personnel decisions at the government level. It is planned to provide an opportunity for more children to study offline in the fall, as far as possible in the context of the war.

President Zelenskyy praised the 15th Brigade of the National Guard. In a month, the brigade destroyed nearly 30 artillery systems and other enemy equipment.

President Zelenskiy announced that he is preparing staffing and additional solutions to increase full-time education in schools this fall. The government is working to ensure normal school life in times of war.

President Zelenskyy announced the start of negotiations on a security agreement with a European country on August 2. Ukraine is also preparing visits by leaders and working to ensure the country's resilience for years to come.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has developed proposals to simplify the recruitment of volunteers without the involvement of the Military Commission. This will allow commanders to select motivated personnel, and volunteers to choose positions according to their specialty.

Despite Euro 2024, beer sales in Germany were down 0. 6% due to weather and inflation. Breweries complain about rising costs, but non-alcoholic beer is gaining popularity.

The Kremlin spokesman said that no peace summit on Ukraine with Russian participation is currently being prepared. He also noted that Russia believes that the Office of the President of Ukraine cannot be trusted.