Ukraine
The woman collected coordinates for massive missile and drone attacks on Odesa, targeting military facilities. She was detained, communication devices were seized, and she was convicted of treason.
The National Cybersecurity Coordination Center of Ukraine is working on creating a regional cyber alliance. The goal is to counter cyber threats, primarily from the Russian Federation, and to strengthen cooperation in information exchange.
On August 1, 2025, 130 combat engagements took place at the front, the enemy carried out 49 air strikes and used 1394 kamikaze drones. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are repelling attacks and exhausting the potential of the occupiers.
The US and European NATO countries are creating a new mechanism for supplying military aid to Ukraine using funds from European members of the Alliance. Ukraine will form lists of needs for $500 million, and NATO allies will decide who will pay for or donate items from the list.
Dmitry Polyansky, Russia's representative to the UN, stated that Russian troops hit military targets in Kyiv on the night of July 31. He cynically accused Ukraine of deploying air defense systems in residential areas, while President Zelenskyy visited the destroyed building where 31 people died.
Ukrainian blogger Anna Alkhim announced her move to Dubai due to the security situation in Ukraine. She does not plan to return anytime soon but considers Kyiv the best city.
Poland is actively discussing the 47th military aid package and preparing the 48th and 49th. This will significantly strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities.
The number of evacuated passengers from Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions significantly increased in July. This is due to the approaching front line, with the main evacuation directions being western Ukraine.
Personnel changes have taken place in Ukrainian ministries, new deputy ministers have been appointed. The Cabinet of Ministers' representative in the Verkhovna Rada and the Cabinet of Ministers' state secretary have also been reappointed.
Andriy Yermak commented on Donald Trump's statement about the deployment of two nuclear submarines. This was a response to Dmytro Medvedev's threats of war with the USA.
President Zelenskyy announced the preparation of a draft law to protect and rehabilitate Ukrainian soldiers after captivity. The assistance will cover illnesses acquired in captivity and will be equated to assistance for illnesses sustained during service.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak announced the return of a group of children, including a 15-year-old girl who was bullied for her pro-Ukrainian stance, and a 4-year-old girl with her 8-year-old brother. Also returned was a 17-year-old young man who was threatened with mobilization into the Russian army.
US President Donald Trump announced the deployment of two nuclear submarines. This was a response to Dmitry Medvedev's statements about a possible war with the US.
60-year-old actor Maxim Glotov, a native of Odesa, was found dead in his Moscow apartment on August 1. He had stopped responding to calls a few days prior.
A mission of the International Monetary Fund is expected in Kyiv at the end of August. Prime Minister of Ukraine Yulia Svyrydenko announced upcoming intensive negotiations and work on the 2026 budget.
Donald Trump stated that the Russian army has suffered 112,500 losses and Ukrainian soldiers 8,000 since the beginning of the year. He called the war "Biden's war," not his own.
Russian troops attacked the train station in Sumy with two drones. The windows of train No. 45 Kharkiv – Uzhhorod were damaged, and passengers were promptly transferred to other carriages.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russia's attack on Kyiv on July 31 is a slap in the face to peace efforts and the American side. He emphasized the need to increase sanctions pressure on Russia.
Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak discussed with his Japanese counterpart Masataka Okano Russia's military cooperation with North Korea. The parties agreed on regular information exchange and coordination of positions in the field of defense technologies.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Ukraine aims to end the war this year. He emphasized that devastating sanctions against the Russian economy, promised by Donald Trump, could bring peace closer.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that ordinary Russians should also be held accountable for Russia's aggressive war against Ukraine. He emphasized that it is abnormal for a person who approves of Russian terror to freely move around Europe.
From January to June 2025, 730 new retail outlets were opened in Ukraine. The largest number of stores is concentrated in Kyiv and the region.
The DobroDiy Charity Exchange, founded by Olena and Yulia Sosiedka, celebrates its 11th anniversary. During this time, over 2100 projects worth more than UAH 166.5 million have been implemented, of which UAH 93.35 million has been directed to the Defense Forces.
The UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine recorded a record number of civilian casualties in June 2025. The Russian Federation increased the number of missile attacks tenfold compared to June 2024.
The Ukrainian aviation industry retains potential and personnel despite the war, but requires state support. The inclusion of aircraft manufacturing enterprises in Defence City is key for further development.
Average daily supplies of Russian gas to Europe increased by 37% in July. This happened due to recovery after maintenance work and the use of "TurkStream" as the only transit route.
Putin commented on Donald Trump's statement about disappointment, noting that all disappointments arise from excessive expectations. The Russian side proposed three groups for online negotiations, which have not yet started.
70 combat engagements with the aggressor have been recorded at the front, 34 of which took place in the Pokrovsk direction. Ukrainian defenders are repelling enemy attacks, with battles continuing in several directions.
Yulia Svyrydenko instructed Serhiy Marchenko to submit a decision to the government for consideration on the formation of a competition commission for the selection of the head of the State Customs Service. This is intended to ensure a transparent and professional selection.
Participants of the EIT in research methodology have received their results. The results card, necessary for admission to postgraduate studies, is available for download in their personal accounts.