Ukraine

Over the 2. 5 years of war, the Ukrainian Air Force destroyed more than 8,000 enemy air targets. Ukrainian pilots have flown over 20,000 combat missions, most of them involving the combat use of air defense systems.

Ukrainian athletes will compete in 7 sports at the Paris Olympics on August 4. The day before, the Ukrainian women's saber fencing team won the first gold medal of the Games.

The President congratulated the Ukrainian Air Force on its professional holiday. Zelenskyy noted significant successes in destroying Russian equipment and announced further strengthening of the Ukrainian Air Force's capabilities.

Over the last day, 140 combat engagements were registered at the frontline. The most intense fighting took place in the Pokrovske, Toretske and Kupyanske sectors, with the occupants losing 1150 troops and 5 tanks.

The Ukrainian Air Force destroyed 5 Shahed-131/136 drones in four regions.

The Air Force was, in fact, the first to take the brunt of the enemy attack, as enemy aircraft tried to establish their dominance in the Ukrainian sky at any cost. Since the beginning of the war, 363 enemy airplanes, 326 helicopters, 13057 operational and tactical UAVs, and 2410 cruise missiles have been destroyed in the skies over Ukraine.

In July 2024, the general fund of the state budget received UAH 118. 2 billion. Personal income tax and military duty amounted to UAH 19.9 billion, accounting for every sixth hryvnia of budget revenues.

In the village of Ilkivka, Vinnytsia district, a 44-year-old man was covered with soil while cleaning a 10-meter well. Rescuers pulled him out without serious injuries, and he refused hospitalization.

The Ukrainian Air Force reports enemy tactical aircraft activity in the east.

There were 102 combat engagements in the frontline. The enemy is advancing most actively in the Pokrovsk sector, where 34 battles took place, 27 of which were repelled and 7 are still ongoing.

Enemy tactical aviation activity was detected in the northeast.

Ukraine's women's sabre fencing team won the team tournament at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Olga Kharlan, Olena Kravatska, Alina Komashchuk and Yulia Bakastova brought Ukraine its first gold medal at the Olympic Games in Paris.

Protests broke out in Venezuela after Maduro was declared the winner of the election. The presence of Russian mercenaries from the Wagner group was spotted, raising concerns about Russian interference in the country's internal affairs.

British police have charged two more men with arson at a Ukrainian business in London linked to russia. The 22-year-old and 19-year-old suspects are charged with aggravated arson, and one is also charged with weapons possession.

Ukraine's President expressed gratitude to the military for the attacks on airfields, oil refineries and logistics in Russia. The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces confirms strikes on the Morozovsk airfield and oil depots in Russia.

President Zelenskyy announced the evacuation of 30 Ukrainians from dangerous areas of Lebanon. Among the evacuees are women and children who are already safe in Poland.

The DIU and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs organized the evacuation of 30 Ukrainians from Lebanon due to the deteriorating security situation. The evacuees, including 21 women and 9 children, arrived in Poland and are receiving the necessary assistance.

The President of Ukraine said that the war must be ended on Ukraine's terms. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for long-range strikes against the Russian occupiers to ensure a just end to the war.

Ukraine's energy sector has stabilized the situation, but is preparing for the challenges of the fall and winter. Various scenarios are being considered, including possible attacks on the power system, and a working group with international partners has been set up.

Over the last day, 76 combat engagements took place in various frontline areas. The enemy attacked most actively in the Toretsk and Pokrovsk sectors, and also carried out air strikes in Kharkiv and Sumy regions.

The Odesa CCC explained the conflict on Pirogovska Street. Representatives of the center stated that they acted legally, preventing the illegal removal of a person liable for military service from the territory of the institution.

A photo of the body of a Ukrainian prisoner with signs of torture has been posted online. Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets appealed to the ICRC and the UN to record human rights violations by Russia.

Ukrenergo reports that there are no plans to cut off power in Ukraine on August 4. The company urges to use powerful electrical appliances from 11:00 to 15:00.

At night, Russian troops attacked a critical infrastructure facility in Vinnytsia region, firing four times. Rescuers of the State Emergency Service were unable to continue their work due to a repeated air raid alarm, and all employees took cover.

Ukraine's women's sabre fencing team defeated Japan in the semifinals of the 2024 Olympics with a score of 45:32. The final match will take place at 21:00 Kyiv time.

The Ukrainian Defense Forces strike at the Rostov-on-Don submarine and S-400 air defense system in occupied Crimea. The $300 million boat sank in the port of Sevastopol.

Romania intends to cooperate with Ukraine in the development of weapons, especially Neptun missiles. The aim is to strengthen control over the Black Sea after the war and strengthen the defense partnership.

The Ministry of Culture of Ukraine has added the 'Horodok stitch' embroidery technique to the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage. This technique is common in Lviv region and symbolizes the history and identity of the local community.

The Ministry of Education and Science has announced the allocation of state-funded places for applicants to bachelor's and master's programs. Recommendations for state-funded enrollment are available in the electronic offices of applicants.

In Kherson, two men were injured as a result of Russian drone attacks. One was injured in Dniprovsky district, the other in Kindiyka. Both have mine-blast injuries.