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The President of Ukraine has signed a law on improving the institution of starostas. The document regulates the activities of starostas under martial law and amends the procedure for their appointment.
Minister Kuleba made his first ever visit to Mauritius. They discussed support for Ukraine, the Peace Formula and prospects for economic cooperation between the two countries.
Minister Kuleba held talks with the Prime Minister of Mauritius. The parties agreed to start working on agreements on investment protection and avoidance of double taxation, and discussed cooperation in politics, trade and the restoration of Ukraine.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba had a conversation with his Norwegian counterpart. They discussed the Ukrainian Formula for Peace, the expansion of the F-16 coalition, and additional assistance to Ukraine, including strengthening the energy system.
In the village of Mohrytsia, Sumy region, two brothers aged 6 and 23 were killed in a Russian air strike. The attack took place on August 8 at around 11:00 a.m. A pre-trial investigation into the violation of the laws of war has been launched.
Military expert Oleg Zhdanov commented on the situation in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. According to him, the events have a military goal to stretch the reserves of the Russian army and a political goal to discredit Putin.
The President of Ukraine announced the upcoming presentation of the educational app 'Mriya' in September. The app is intended for parents, children and teachers and will be the third element of the 'digital country'.
The SBU detained a deputy of the Chyhyryn City Council from the banned OPFL while trying to illegally cross the border with Slovakia. He is charged with justifying Russian war crimes and spreading hostile propaganda.
OP advisor Mykhailo Podolyak believes that Russia will agree to negotiations only when it realizes that the war is not going according to its plan. This will happen when Russian losses increase and the war spreads deeper into its territory.
According to Bloomberg, Ukrainian troops have entered Russia's Kursk region, the first invasion by a foreign army since World War II. This took the Russian military by surprise and caused concern for Putin.
The President of Ukraine has presented a new application 'Army+' for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The app is designed to simplify bureaucratic processes and will include electronic reports, Army ID, polls, and secure communication between soldiers.
Ukraine's men's kayak four team has qualified for the 500m A final at the Olympic Games in Paris. The final with the Ukrainians will take place at 14:50 local time.
The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed the advance of Ukrainian troops in two districts of the Kursk region. They announced that they are sending reinforcements.
Affected by the aggressor's air attacks will be able to participate in the Vadym Stolar Foundation's Restore project.
In the Stryi district of Lviv region, rescuers helped three teenagers who got stuck on an island in the middle of a river. The children were safely brought to the shore and reminded of the importance of following water safety rules.
The Minister of Digital Transformation said that 95% of drones for the Armed Forces are produced in Ukraine. Production is growing, with about 300 companies manufacturing various types of drones, including FPV and reconnaissance drones.
The President of Ukraine met with a delegation of the U. S. House of Representatives. They discussed air defense and ways to achieve a just peace in Ukraine.
The IMF requires an open competition for the position of the DGF director, but the authorities can appoint the head in a closed mode. Experts warn that ignoring the IMF's requirements could lead to the loss of critical financial assistance.
Mykhailo Podolyak, Advisor to the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, said after the Russian authorities complained about the "breakthrough" in the Kursk region that the reason for the escalation, including in the territory of Russia, is the very fact of Russian aggression, and war has its own rules, and the aggressor always reaps the corresponding benefits.
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry calls Niger's decision to break off diplomatic relations a gesture of solidarity with Russia. Ukraine denies accusations of supporting terrorism and violating international law.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces destroyed a modern Buk-M3 and an Osu air defense system in the south. In total, since the beginning of August, the Ukrainian military has eliminated six enemy anti-aircraft missile systems in the south.
Power outages are unavoidable in winter, so residents of apartment buildings are advised to invest in energy autonomy. The expert calls for more active involvement in partial compensation programs for the purchase of generators.
Electricity consumption in Ukraine remains high, but no blackouts are expected. Due to the hostilities and technical reasons, 487 settlements in different regions are without electricity.
the Kremlin is trying to find a balance between presenting the attack in Kursk region as a Ukrainian escalation and avoiding panic inside the country. ISW notes the risk of discrediting the authorities due to contradictory statements.
A 16-year-old FSB agent who, according to the special service, "set fire to the vehicles of the Defense Forces" was detained in Kyiv. The teenager was carrying out an assignment for the Russian secret service in exchange for the promise of a monetary reward, which he never received.
The President of Ukraine showed a video about the path to receiving the F-16. Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine had been asking for the planes since the first day of the invasion, and had gradually achieved the result through joint efforts.
The Polish border has seen an increase in passenger traffic entering Ukraine. In July, the number of people entering may exceed the number of people leaving by 10-15 thousand people a day.
Political analyst Viktor Bobirenko believes that the delay in the sale of Medvedchuk's yacht by ARMA head Olena Duma cannot be simple negligence. The expert suggests that such actions could be motivated by financial rewards.
The security expert believes that the director of the NBU's legal department, Zyma, should be suspended for the duration of the investigation. He called corruption an incurable disease in Ukraine that requires decisive action.
On August 8, Ukrainian Olympians will compete in rhythmic gymnastics, sport climbing, rowing, modern pentathlon, wrestling, and weightlifting. The day before, Oleksandr Khyzhniak won a gold medal in boxing.