An air raid alert has been declared across Ukraine due to the take-off of two enemy MiG-31Ks from the "Savasleyka" airfield. The Kyiv City Military Administration urged residents of the capital to immediately proceed to shelters.
Food inflation in Ukraine reached 23%, significantly exceeding overall consumer inflation. This leads to an increase in prices for meat and bread, while dairy producers suffer losses due to falling purchase prices and reduced exports to the EU.
During a meeting of the EU Council, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha reported on Russian strikes and emphasized the need to strengthen Ukraine's airspace. He called for increased sanctions against Russia, increased investment in Ukraine's defense industry, and the advancement of its accession to the EU.
On July 16, temperatures in Ukraine are expected to range from +22 to +36 degrees, with local rain and thunderstorms in the western, central, and northern regions. In Kyiv, +27+30 degrees are forecast, with a possible thunderstorm in the evening.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting with Yulia Svyrydenko and Mykhailo Fedorov, discussing the first steps of the renewed government. The main tasks for the next six months include increasing weapons production, providing drones, deregulation, and implementing social programs.
President Zelenskyy reshuffled the government, proposing Yulia Svyrydenko for the position of Prime Minister and Denys Shmyhal as Minister of Defense. This occurred simultaneously with Trump's announcement of a new arms sales program to Ukraine.
The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the destruction of 178 out of 267 drones launched by Russia. 23 drones were recorded hitting seven locations.
The Verkhovna Rada ratified the agreement on the establishment of a Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine. This tribunal is the first international judicial body since World War II that will investigate crimes of aggression.
China plans to purchase 140 million barrels of oil for its strategic reserves by the first quarter of 2026, as long as prices remain below $80 per barrel. This will ensure a high level of imports and soft commercial demand.
"Health Piggy Bank", "Affordable Pharmacy" and "Take Care of Your Health" — it was within these medical initiatives from the MHP-Hromadi Foundation that 1700 people in remote villages and towns were examined in six months. In places where doctors and pharmacies are often simply unavailable.
Both countries will for the first time jointly test water in four transboundary rivers for the presence of dangerous bisphenol A, viruses, and bacteria. This will take place within the framework of the WaterWatch project between the Lviv Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the Voivodeship Sanitary and Epidemiological Station in Rzeszów.
The harvesting campaign has begun at MHP's agricultural enterprises.
EU diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas expressed hope for the adoption of the bloc's 18th package of sanctions against Russia "today or tomorrow. " She also emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine and pressuring Russia.
An additional session of the National Multisubject Test has begun in Ukraine for applicants who were unable to take the assessment earlier. The test results will be available no later than July 30.
In the first half of 2025, Ukrainians purchased 22,000 used passenger cars from the USA, which is 4% more than last year. The most popular models were Tesla Model Y, Tesla Model 3, Ford Escape, Jeep Cherokee, and Nissan Rogue.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that for the first time in its history of statehood, Ukraine united the world to defend a dignified life. He emphasized that Ukrainians have earned peace and are receiving support from many countries.
An 8-year-old boy drowned in Zhuravlivsky Hydropark in Kharkiv. His body was found by SES divers. Since the beginning of the year, 40 children have died in Ukrainian reservoirs.
The Budget Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine approved a bill on amendments to the State Budget-2025 for financial support of the security and defense sector. The bill provides for the redirection of 10% of Kyiv's corporate income tax to the Reserve Fund of the state budget from August 1 to December 31.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the full history of Europe is impossible without Ukraine, its battles, and prominent figures. He emphasized that the fate of all of Europe is being decided now, as Ukraine fights for its freedom.
The candidacy of the Prime Minister of Ukraine has already been approved, a series of resignations in ministries is expected. The dismissal of ministers is scheduled for July 16, and the appointment of new ones - for the next day.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed Ukrainians on the occasion of Statehood Day on July 15, 2025. He emphasized the connection between generations and the indomitability of the Ukrainian people, who, despite the war, maintain humanity and unity.
The United States will prioritize the procurement of American weapons for Ukraine through Europe. Europe and Canada will pay for weapons manufactured in the US.
On the night of July 15, drones attacked the Lipetsk, Voronezh, and Rostov regions of the Russian Federation. Explosions occurred in Yelets and Voronezh, and one person was injured.
Over the past day, 185 combat engagements took place on the front, mostly in the Pokrovsk, Lyman, and Novopavlivka directions. The enemy launched two missile strikes, 84 air strikes, and carried out 5521 shellings, involving 3842 kamikaze drones.
US President Donald Trump expressed disappointment with Vladimir Putin, but said he was not done with him. Trump also announced plans to supply weapons to Ukraine and warned of possible tariffs on Russia.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 83/USD, which means a devaluation of 0.05 kopecks. The euro to hryvnia exchange rate is UAH 48.89/euro.
Germany has asked the administration of US President Donald Trump to provide Ukraine with two more Patriot missile batteries. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius discussed this issue with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
Donald Trump considered the possibility of transferring Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine, capable of reaching Moscow and St. Petersburg. This issue was discussed, but the missiles are currently excluded from the list of supplies.
On July 14, the Russian army lost 1230 servicemen and dozens of pieces of equipment. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 15.07.25 have significantly increased.
On July 15, Ukraine is expected to have variable cloudiness, with short-term rains and thunderstorms in places. Air temperature will range from +24°C in the west to +37°C in the south.
