In Dnipro, local residents pulled the body of a child born in 2021, who had drowned, from a body of water. In one day, 7 people died in water bodies in Ukraine, and since the beginning of the year – 470, including 42 children.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is discussing a breakthrough defense deal with Donald Trump. The US could acquire Ukrainian drones, tested in war, in exchange for Kyiv's purchase of American weapons.
In the updated government led by Yulia Svyrydenko, most ministers retained their positions, some swapped chairs. Denys Shmyhal headed the Ministry of Defense, Herman Halushchenko — the Ministry of Justice, and Svitlana Hrynchuk — the Ministry of Energy.
After the war, Ukraine will need significant reconstruction, which will lead to an increase in demand for workers in key sectors. The most in-demand will be military personnel, doctors, builders, energy workers, law enforcement officers, programmers, and psychologists.
Former Deputy Head of the State Automobile Inspectorate of Ukraine Volodymyr Reznikov, accused of trafficking ammunition, avoided trial due to mobilization. The Ground Forces Command does not confirm the fact of his service, although the criminal proceedings were suspended precisely because of this.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the continuation of government reshuffling. After today's changes, a security sector update is expected on Friday, and a renewal of the Ukrainian diplomatic corps on Monday.
The Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office has launched criminal proceedings regarding possible abuses by ARMA officials during the transfer of the Trade Unions House to management. ARMA head Olena Duma called it "hype" and incorrect work by journalists.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 72 combat engagements over the past day, more than half of which occurred in the Pokrovsk and Lyman directions. In the Novopavlivka direction, six attempts to break through the defense were recorded, including in the Shevchenko area.
The Verkhovna Rada appointed Denys Shmyhal as the Minister of Defense of Ukraine. This happened after his resignation from the post of Prime Minister, which automatically led to the resignation of the entire Cabinet of Ministers.
Denys Shmyhal stated that mobilization in Ukraine is proceeding according to plan, with many people joining the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He emphasized the importance of quality management and provision for the military.
In July, which is informally celebrated as Ice Cream Month in Ukraine, UNN offers a selection of homemade ice cream recipes. Among them are classic vanilla, fruit and berry without cream, popsicle on a stick, chocolate, and "Baileys" ice cream.
The Northern Commercial Court of Appeal satisfied the demands of the Ministry of Justice, canceling the registration of rights to four real estate objects of the CPU in Kyiv, transferred in 2014 to a controlled charitable organization. This property, with a total area of 1163.6 sq. m, will be transferred to state ownership, as the CPU is banned.
The draw for the qualifying round of the Ukrainian Cup 2025/2026 took place, where 16 regional teams formed 8 pairs. Matches of this stage are scheduled for August 9-10, 2025.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine reappointed Andriy Sybiha as Minister of Foreign Affairs. This decision was supported by people's deputies at the proposal of the President of Ukraine.
Andriy Sybiha stated that US support continues and the cost of war for the aggressor is increasing.
Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak stated that China is deepening its support for Russia by sending mercenaries to Ukraine, some of whom have already been captured. He called on Chinese leader Xi Jinping to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The Ukrainian Association of Football presented an updated format for the 2025/2026 Ukrainian Cup season, which provides for an increase in the number of teams to 68, including amateur ones. The changes will affect the regulations for matches, prize money distribution, and the draw system.
For the fifth month, the pharmaceutical market has been operating without clear rules after the ban on marketing agreements, which has not led to a decrease in drug prices. Monitoring shows that prices have remained at the level of February 2025, and some drugs have even increased in price.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have signed a new treaty providing for mutual assistance in the event of armed attack and joint development of the Deep Precision Strike missile system. The agreement also covers cooperation in trade, transport, and migration, deepening ties after Brexit.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated that he does not know what Ukraine is and where it is located. In response, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine published the country's coordinates and its description, provided by the Grok chatbot.
Russian troops are preparing for an intensified summer offensive, concentrating 160,000 personnel near the front line. They have made little progress, improving positions to cut off Ukrainian troops in Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka, and Kupyansk.
The updated Ukrainian Cup trophy is made in the style of a Cossack mace. The cup features the motto belonging to the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade named after Ivan Sirko.
President Zelenskyy stated that about 40% of the weapons of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are produced in Ukraine, and this figure should increase to 50% within six months. The new government will audit defense agreements with partners.
In the first half of 2025, passenger car imports to Ukraine increased by 12. 5%, reaching 2.55 billion US dollars. Electric vehicles account for 31.6% of imports, benefiting from preferential customs clearance conditions.
Yulia Svyrydenko, the newly appointed Prime Minister of Ukraine, outlined key priorities: providing for the army, increasing domestic production, and optimizing the state apparatus. She also emphasized supporting entrepreneurs and reducing expenditures.
The Brave1 cluster launched the Test in Ukraine platform, which allows international defence tech companies to test their technologies on the real battlefield in Ukraine. This will enable foreign companies to create precise solutions and receive feedback from the military.
On Friday, July 18, contrasting weather is expected in Ukraine with temperatures ranging from +17°C in the west to +35°C in the east. Rains with thunderstorms are forecast almost throughout the country, except for the south; in Kyiv, it will be around +20°C.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree appointing Olha Stefanishyna as Special Commissioner for the Development of Cooperation with the United States of America.
The head of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, congratulated Yulia Svyrydenko on her appointment as Prime Minister of Ukraine. She also thanked Denys Shmyhal for his work and wished him success in his new position as Minister of Defense.
Mykhailo Fedorov refuted rumors about the cancellation of distance learning, emphasizing the priority of children's safety. MOES Order No. 1112 will be canceled due to contradictions regarding access to education, especially in frontline communities.
