Ukraine

The Government of Ukraine has approved an increase in the one-time childbirth allowance to UAH 50,000. Monthly support for pregnant women without work experience has also been increased to UAH 7,000, and additional assistance has been introduced for parents returning to work after their child's first year.

This summer, a health and psychological camp for children from Ukraine took place in an Italian resort town. The "Save Childhood" camp became a safe space for psychological rehabilitation, emotional recovery, and full-fledged recreation.

The IAEA team at the Zaporizhzhia NPP recorded hundreds of small arms fire on the evening of July 12. The next morning, numerous shell casings were found near power units No. 5 and No. 6, indicating military activity.

The Presidential Office commented on the possibility of enemy strikes during the visit of Donald Trump's special envoy: the experience Kellogg might undergo will be conveyed to the US President.

Ukrainians whose homes were destroyed can receive a second tranche for housing restoration via "Diia". To do this, it is necessary to prepare documentation, start work, and spend 90% of the first tranche.

At the Krakovets–Korczowa border crossing, customs officers discovered 205 kg of Swiss perfume concentrates in a MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER minibus. The 25-year-old driver from Prykarpattia chose the "green corridor" but failed to declare the goods worth over UAH 800,000.

The US Department of Agriculture has lowered its expectations for wheat production in Ukraine for the 2025-2026 marketing year. Wheat exports from Ukraine have been reduced to 15.5 million tons, and global wheat trade will also decrease.

Over 130 million tons of cargo have been transported via the Ukrainian sea corridor, of which 81 million tons are agricultural products. Over 5,000 vessels have departed from the ports of Greater Odesa, despite damage to 423 port infrastructure facilities and 32 civilian vessels.

On July 15, hot weather is forecast in Ukraine with temperatures up to +37 degrees, but short-term rains with thunderstorms are expected in the west. In Kyiv, local rain is possible at night and in the morning, dry during the day with temperatures of +28…+30 degrees.

The American publication The New York Times published a report about life in the Kursk region, where the author describes "devastation and deaths" after the actions of the Ukrainian military. The Center for Countering Disinformation states that the publication retransmits Russian narratives, as it does not mention the beginning of the war in 2014 and the full-scale invasion.

The Center for Countering Disinformation predicts an intensification of Russian propaganda regarding a "new offensive" and the discrediting of the TCC. Manipulation of the topic of partners' support for Ukraine and religion is also expected.

Additional NMT sessions have started in Ukraine, lasting from July 14 to July 25. Participants who did not appear for valid reasons or could not complete the testing can submit documents to participate.

Since February 2022, the State Bureau of Investigation has investigated 991 cases of evasion of military service. As a result of the investigations, 119 people have been sentenced, and among the evaders are deputies and officials.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy submitted to the Verkhovna Rada draft laws on the extension of martial law and mobilization. The proposal provides for an extension of 90 days.

The Russian Federation states its desire to continue negotiations with Ukraine, accusing Kyiv of unwillingness to accept Russian terms. Moscow also criticizes Washington for its "inconsistent position" regarding the negotiation process.

On July 12, a Mi-24 helicopter of the Belarusian Air Defense destroyed a Russian attack UAV "Gerbera" that was heading to Ukraine. The drone's debris fell on the territory of the Gomel region.

Over four years of the open land market, Ukrainians have invested over 30 billion hryvnias, concluding 339,644 deals and selling over 636,000 hectares. The average cost per hectare has increased by 60% to 60.7 thousand UAH.

US senators have advertised a bipartisan bill that would give President Trump powerful sanctions against Russia. This comes amid a cooling of Trump's relations with Putin and the US president's readiness to increase pressure on the Russian Federation.

On the night of July 14, Russian occupiers attacked the Shostka and Sumy communities in the Sumy region. As a result of the strikes, two men were killed, and four residents were injured, including a 7-year-old child.

US President's special envoy Keith Kellogg arrived in Ukraine to discuss defense, security, weapons, sanctions, and protection of people. Ukraine supports US President Donald Trump's principle of "peace through strength" amid Russia's unwillingness to cease fire.

Hedgehogs, nocturnal animals, are increasingly appearing during the day due to habitat degradation, chemicals in fields, destruction of vegetation, and food shortages. This is a forced change in their daily rhythm for survival, also caused by climate change and heat.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 212 combat engagements over the past day, 74 of which took place in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy launched 73 air strikes, dropped 120 guided bombs, and carried out 5611 shellings.

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 78/USD, strengthening it by 0.04 kopecks. The euro exchange rate against the hryvnia is UAH 48.84/EUR.

Russia attacked Ukraine overnight with 4 S-300/400 missiles and 136 drones, 61 of which were shot down. 28 drones were recorded hitting 10 locations.

Oil prices rose by more than 2% due to expectations of new US sanctions against Russia. Increased production by Saudi Arabia and uncertainty with tariffs limit price growth.

Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala urged his Slovak counterpart Robert Fico not to obstruct the adoption of the 18th package of anti-Russian EU sanctions. Fiala emphasized the importance of joint actions against Russia and warned of Slovakia's possible isolation.

US President Donald Trump will announce a new plan to arm Ukraine, which will include offensive weapons. The plan is expected to include long-range missiles capable of reaching targets in Russia, including Moscow.

On Monday, July 14, variable cloudiness is expected in Ukraine. Short-term rains, thunderstorms, in places hail and squalls will pass in the west, while the rest of the territory will be without precipitation.

On July 13, Russian troops lost 1,130 soldiers and 51 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 14.07.25 are estimated to be over a million personnel and 30 thousand artillery systems.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that the country will not supply long-range Taurus missiles to Ukraine to avoid depleting its own stocks. Berlin has already transferred three out of twelve Patriot systems to Kyiv and will ask the US for permission to purchase two more for Ukraine.