Ukraine
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.
The President of Ukraine has signed a law on the redeployment of military units during martial law. The decision to redeploy will be made by the General Staff of the Armed Forces in coordination with the Defense Ministry.
Energy Minister Herman Galushchenko said that nuclear power plants generate up to 60% of electricity in Ukraine. He thanked Energoatom employees for their professionalism and selfless work in difficult times for the country.
53% of Ukrainians consider the lack of personnel to be a problem, according to a survey by the Razumkov Center. Other labor market problems include mobilization, the outflow of personnel abroad, and the shadowing of economic relations.
Ukrenergo reports that no power outages are planned for August 8 in Ukraine. The company urges Ukrainians not to use powerful electrical appliances from 11:00 to 15:00.
At Sheremetyevo airport, Russian customs officers seized a book about Volodymyr Zelenskyy ordered by a Russian. An expert review found it to be banned for import due to possible harm to state security and Russia's interests.
A 32-year-old man is suspected of shooting an 8-year-old boy with an air rifle in a village in the Zinkiv community. The suspect was served a notice of suspicion and a measure of restraint was chosen - detention for 60 days.
The survey showed an increase in the number of Ukrainians who prefer official employment from 62. 2% to 74.2%. 29.6% of respondents felt an increase in financial security.
Ukrainian athlete Oleh Doroshchuk has qualified for the high jump final of the 2024 Olympic Games with a result of 2. 24 meters. He became the only Ukrainian to qualify in this event.
There were 54 combat engagements in the frontline. The enemy increased aviation activity near Sumy region, dropping about 30 guided bombs. Most attacks took place in the Pokrovsk sector.
At the 2024 Olympics in Paris, organizers forced Ukrainian canoeist Anastasia Rybachok to cover part of the "I am Ukrainian" sign on her boat. The International Canoe Federation considers this inscription to be propaganda.
The BES exposed a criminal group selling counterfeit e-cigarettes and hookah tobacco in Kyiv. Over 20 thousand packages of products worth over UAH 15 million were seized.
In 2024, domestic companies will provide 70% of the value of arms supply contracts for the Armed Forces. The Defense Procurement Agency has signed more than 20 contracts with global arms manufacturers from 10 countries.
Law enforcement officers conducted 30 searches and found a cache of counterfeit tobacco. Almost 19 thousand packages of hookah tobacco and more than 2 thousand disposable e-cigarettes without excise stamps were seized.
Pope Francis called on the faithful to pray for Ukraine, Myanmar and Sudan. The pontiff also asked to prevent the expansion of the conflict in the Middle East and to eliminate discrimination in Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Russian z-bloggers and local publics report that the Ukrainian Armed Forces have seized the town of Sudzha and a gas distribution station in the Kursk region. The Ukrainian government does not officially comment on the situation, and the military calls for the information not to be disseminated.
In occupied Crimea, there are calls for the deportation of those who are waiting for the return of the Ukrainian government. A representative of a pro-russian organization proposes to legislate the term "waiting" and start deporting such citizens.
SBI exposed a scheme to evade military service in Odesa region. The deputy commander of the unit and accomplices registered more than 20 people, receiving up to UAH 20 million. The suspect faces up to 12 years in prison.