Ukraine

Aider Abduraimov, 20, lost in the 1/8 finals to Bulgarian Javier Ibanez in the 57 kg weight category. Only Oleksandr Khyzhnyak will represent Ukraine at the 2024 Olympics in boxing.

The Ukrainian government plans to raise an additional UAH 500 billion to finance defense. 75% of the funds will be raised through domestic borrowing and budget overruns, and 25% will be raised through revised tax policy.

The Ukrainian Intellectual Property Office has registered a new geographical indication 'Kherson Watermelon'. This is a recognition of the uniqueness of watermelons grown on the sandy soils of the Tavriya region of Kherson Oblast.

Over the last day, 117 combat engagements took place in various sectors of the frontline. The most active fighting is taking place in the Pokrovsk sector, where the enemy made 43 attacks, 18 of which are still ongoing.

The White House refused to comment on the arrival of the first F-16s to Ukraine. John Kirby confirmed that the process of transferring the fighters is progressing and they will be ready to fly by the end of the summer.

Ukrainian gymnast Ilya Kovtun took 4th place in the individual all-around final at the Olympic Games in Paris, scoring 86. 165 points. He lost only 0.2 points to the bronze medalist.

Ukraine's president said that Russian troops have made progress because of restrictions on the use of Western weapons. Zelenskyy emphasized the need to obtain permission to strike targets deep inside Russia.

The President of Ukraine called the upcoming US elections a challenge for Kyiv. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of dialogue with the candidates' teams and discussing possible future cooperation.

Valeriy Zaluzhnyi met with Jane Hartley to discuss new rules and methods of warfare. The Ambassador thanked the U.S. for its support of Ukraine and emphasized the common values of freedom of both nations.

President Zelenskyy said that the world wants to see Russia at the second Peace Summit. Ukraine cannot be against this, as it can help achieve significant results in resolving the conflict.

On August 1, Poland launches Operations SAFE PODLASIE and EASTERN ZORZA on its eastern border. The goal is to counter illegal migration from Belarus and strengthen air defense in response to Russia's aggression against Ukraine.

The President of Ukraine did not attend the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games in Paris due to the difficult situation in the country. Zelensky noted that for the Ukrainian team, participation in the Olympics during the war is already a victory.

President Zelenskyy announced the preparation of new international arrangements and security agreements in August. Ukraine will also receive Nassams air defense missiles as part of a new support package from the US.

President Zelenskyy received a report from Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrskyy on the situation in the Pokrovsk sector. There are 17 battles in this area of the frontline, and 88 combat engagements took place in total.

The National Resistance Center reports critical pollution of the Azov Sea and Arabat Spit in the occupied territories. The consequences include danger to marine life and an outbreak of cholera in Crimea.

The Japanese company Mitsubishi Heavy Industries will become the main manufacturer of AIM-120 AMRAAM missiles. This will help ensure the uninterrupted transfer of missiles to Ukraine from the US Air Force.

Bloomberg reports that Ukraine has received the first small batch of F-16 fighter jets from NATO allies. The exact number of planes and the readiness of Ukrainian pilots to use them are not yet known.

The Belgian government and UNDP have signed a €9 million agreement for the green renewable energy sector in Ukraine. The funds will be used to repair critical energy facilities in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Odesa.

A 19-year-old man stabbed his girlfriend's father twice in the head during a quarrel. The incident occurred in the village of Trebukhiv, and the suspect faces up to 15 years in prison.

Ukrenergo reports that no power outages are expected in Ukraine on August 1. The company recommends using powerful electrical appliances from 11:00 to 15:00 to optimize energy consumption.

The NABU is investigating the privatization of land in Sumy region that was previously used by NAAS enterprises. Detectives plan to question more than 1,500 ATO participants who received these plots.

The State Customs Service has clarified which energy storage facilities are exempt from taxation when imported into Ukraine.

The Ministry of Education is opening a hotline to inform people about the return to full-time education. Call 1545 to find out about forms of education, education of displaced children and other issues.

The SBU announced the conviction of three pro-Russian agitators in different regions of Ukraine. They received 3 to 5 years in prison for supporting Russian aggression and spreading Kremlin propaganda.

Police have served four people with a notice of suspicion for beating a soldier in Vorokhta on July 4. Searches were conducted, evidence was seized, and the suspects face up to 4 years in prison.

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal held talks with his Slovak counterpart Robert Fico on energy security. Shmyhal emphasized that Ukrainian sanctions do not threaten the energy security of Slovakia and Europe.

There were 88 combat engagements in the frontline. The situation is the hottest in the Pokrovsk sector, where 17 combat engagements are ongoing, and the enemy is also active in the Toretsk sector with 16 attacks.

The Czech Republic will receive 14 Leopard 2A4 tanks and a repair and recovery vehicle from Germany as compensation for the supply of weapons to Ukraine. The first tanks will arrive at the end of 2024, and the last ones - by the end of 2026.

The Coordination Center has approved the forced evacuation of 21 children with their parents from six settlements in Donetsk Oblast due to the security situation. The evacuees will be provided with free shelter, humanitarian aid and psychological support.

Dmytro Lubinets appealed to the Russian Ombudsman regarding the death of Oleksandr Ishchenko in a Russian detention center. He demands compliance with the Geneva Conventions and the provision of medical care to Ukrainian prisoners of war.