The SBU has documented over 10,000 chemical attacks by the Russian Federation against Ukrainian defenders, using aerosol grenades with poisonous substances. International organizations confirm Russia's systematic use of chemical weapons.
On July 31, predominantly dry weather is expected in Ukraine, with the exception of thunderstorms in Chernihiv region, Sumy region, and Poltava region. Air temperature will decrease, ranging from +20°C in the north to +32°C in the south.
From July 28 to August 1, Ukraine is holding a Week of Combating Viral Hepatitis. Hepatitis A and E are transmitted through the fecal-oral route, but hepatitis A does not lead to chronic liver damage.
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (GUR) gained access to the servers of the "Crimean government," discovering thousands of documents regarding the forced displacement of Ukrainian children. The information has been handed over to law enforcement agencies for the return of the children and the punishment of those responsible.
The President supported the initiative for a complete reboot of ARMA. The head of the agency has been dismissed, and a new competition has been announced with the involvement of international partners.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Heggset has privately discussed the idea of running for political office in Tennessee next year. To do this, he would have to resign, as the Department of Defense prohibits civilian employees from running for political office.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a number of laws concerning the ratification of agreements. This includes agreements on the conditions for the placement of diplomatic missions of Ukraine and the Czech Republic, the establishment of an office of the European Public Law Organization in Ukraine, and Ukraine's participation in the "Creative Europe" program.
World experience shows that without state support, the aviation industry cannot function effectively, and investments in it create thousands of jobs.
Three Ukrainian children, including two teenagers aged 16 and 17 and an 8-year-old girl, have been rescued from temporarily occupied territories and Russia. The teenagers secretly studied online at a Ukrainian school, and the girl was reunited with her family.
On the "Zoloty Bereh" beach in Odesa, three teenagers on a mattress were carried out to sea; they were rescued. A similar incident occurred on the "Vidrada" beach with three men, who were also rescued.
The EKO MARKET supermarket chain offers a selection of wines for the summer season that perfectly pair with various dishes. The selection includes Radacini Sauvignon Blanc, Fleuron Royal Blanc, Casillero del Diablo Carmenere, Marengo Brut Bianco, and Kakheturi Pomegranate Red.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed bill No. 7508, which simplifies public-private partnership. The document allows for joint defense projects and attracts investments for reconstruction.
The SBU detained an FSB agent in the Defense Forces in the Kharkiv region, who was adjusting enemy fire on the positions of his unit and collecting data for the occupiers' "breakthroughs". The detainee is in custody for treason and faces life imprisonment.
In May, Ukrainian banks issued 599 mortgage loans totaling UAH 1. 1 billion. Most loans were granted in the primary real estate market, and Kyiv Oblast and Kyiv became leaders in terms of volume.
The President of Ukraine signed a law on sanctions against Russian sea and air vessels that transport oil, weapons, and military personnel. This step is aimed at combating Russia's "shadow fleet," which uses old uninsured vessels.
The former head of the capital's military enlistment office received a suspicion for helping the former head of the Kyiv Metro, Viktor Brahinsky, leave the country. He organized the forgery of documents that allowed Brahinsky to become unfit for military service.
Bill No. 13548 has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada, proposing to ban the production, import, and circulation of electronic cigarettes, refill containers, and liquids for them. The document also provides for liability for violating the new norms, including penalties.
An earthquake occurred in Guatemala on July 29. Its magnitude, according to various sources, ranged from 5.7 to 6, and there are currently no reports of casualties.
An earthquake of magnitude 8. 8 occurred in Kamchatka, causing a tsunami threat. It was felt in Japan, the USA, Canada, and South America, and the port of Severo-Kurilsk was partially flooded.
In Troieshchyna, a man sustained facial injuries due to a parking conflict. The 19-year-old shooter has been detained and faces up to seven years in prison.
Dnipropetrovsk region was subjected to a night drone attack, 24 units were shot down. Hits were recorded in Pavlohrad and Synelnykove district, two people were injured.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 7886/USD, strengthening it by one kopeck. The euro exchange rate is UAH 48.22/EUR, and the zloty is UAH 11.26/PLN.
US President Donald Trump stated that he intends to allow Ukrainians who fled the war to remain in the US until its conclusion.
The US Treasury Secretary warned China about high tariffs on Russian oil, but Beijing declared the protection of energy sovereignty. China remains the largest buyer of Russian oil, despite the threat of sanctions.
The Border Police of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia is expanding living space at the Daryali checkpoint for Ukrainians deported from Russia. In most cases, they had already served sentences in colonies on the territory of the Russian Federation, where they were forcibly taken.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported significant losses of Russian troops on July 29. The total combat losses of the enemy since the beginning of the full-scale invasion are estimated at 1,052,190 personnel.
On Wednesday, July 30, unstable weather is expected in most of Ukraine due to an active atmospheric front. It will cause rains of varying intensity and a change in air masses, bringing fresher air to the west and north, while maintaining heat in the east.
Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia will continue the war against Ukraine, despite Trump's 10-day ultimatum. The Kremlin seeks to normalize relations with the US and strengthen cooperation to avoid the deadline.
Olena Ivanovska, the Commissioner for the Protection of the State Language, stated that the public performance of Russian-language repertoire is negatively perceived by society, although it is not always a violation of the law. She emphasized that the law restricts the reproduction of works by Russian artists, but not the language of performance, and called for legislative regulation of this issue.
Mexican special services informed the SBU that some Mexican volunteers might have joined the International Legion to learn how to operate FPV drones and transfer this knowledge to criminal organizations. The SBU and HUR are investigating this information, which also concerns Colombians in the International Legion.
