Ukraine
Turkey is restricting commercial vessel traffic to the Black Sea due to an increase in drone attacks. The restrictions apply to vessels heading to ports in Russia and Ukraine.
Centralized water supply has been restored in Marhanets and the surrounding communities of Dnipropetrovsk region following emergency repairs. The Prime Minister emphasized the need to prepare for Russian strikes on infrastructure.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukraine cannot doubt its European course, since joining the EU is the choice of the people. He emphasized the unity of the authorities, business, and citizens on this issue.
Serbian President Vučić reported that trade turnover with Ukraine increased to $321 million in the first half of the year. The key imported commodity is iron ore.
Russian propaganda has created a series called "Marik" about occupied Mariupol, portraying the city as undergoing a revival. The Center for Countering Disinformation emphasizes that the storyline conceals the destruction caused by Russia's siege.
The launch of the Freyja anti-ballistic program is scheduled for mid-2027. Fire Point denied fake reports claiming it was supposedly ready to “close the skies to ballistic missiles by the end of the month” and said that such manipulations discredit the work on the project.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić expressed interest in involving Ukrainian companies in infrastructure projects. The sides discussed cooperation in energy and agriculture.
A drone of an undetermined type exploded in Bulgaria near the border with Romania. There were no casualties or damage, and an investigation is underway.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić said that after the war ends, Belgrade and Kyiv could significantly expand economic cooperation and jointly enter the markets of third countries, particularly in Asia and Africa. He emphasized the potential for cooperation in energy, extraction, and agriculture.
Asters need a sunny spot, moderate watering, and feeding with phosphorus and potassium. Regular removal of faded flower heads extends flowering into late autumn.
At night, brief rain showers with thunderstorms are expected in the northern and central regions, and during the day in the east. Temperatures will range from 12° to 33°, depending on the region.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced plans to continue providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine, particularly in the medical and energy sectors. He emphasized his readiness to do more to support Ukraine’s energy sector, especially during the winter period.
Zelenskyy said that an agreement had been reached with the US on regular deliveries of interceptor missiles for Patriot systems. He stressed that this is not enough to fully protect against Russian attacks.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić said that Belgrade would continue to support Ukraine’s territorial integrity and its European course. He emphasized support for the UN Charter and readiness to help Ukraine on its path to the EU.
Elon Musk refused to let Ukraine use Starlink to strike Russian ballistic missile launchers, citing the risk of escalation and calling for negotiations. At the same time, Ukraine continues a systematic campaign of long-range strikes against strategic facilities of the Russian Federation using its own capabilities.
The 54-year-old man opened fire on police during a search, wounding two officers. After 11 days of searching, he was detained in the forest.
Due to the war in the Middle East, damage to refineries in the Persian Gulf and strikes on Russian refineries, Europe risks experiencing a diesel shortage. Fuel prices have already risen by nearly 40%, while stockpiles have fallen by 30%.
Contact with giant hogweed can cause serious burns that do not appear immediately, especially in hot weather. The doctor advises washing off the sap with water and keeping the affected area out of the sun.
Lieutenant General Charles Costanza was dismissed from his position as commander of the U. S. Army’s V Corps in Europe. The reason is said not to be political motives.
New Zealand announced its 36th package of sanctions against Russia, targeting 33 individuals and organizations, including over cyber activities and involvement in the abduction of Ukrainian children. The decision was made after the United States supported a bill to increase pressure on Russia.
As a result of Russia's overnight attack on Kyiv and the region, four people were killed, including a three-year-old child. Zelenskyy called for increased pressure on Russia through new sanctions and for Ukraine to be provided with more air defense systems.
Ukraine’s power system got through a period of record August heat without electricity outage schedules. This was achieved thanks to adjusted repairs, the involvement of gas-fired generation, and increased imports.
Ukraine, a US official said, agreed not to strike non-Russian tankers and certain infrastructure in the Black Sea. This should help preserve Kazakhstan’s oil exports, which have declined.
The U. S. Army is awarding AeroVironment a contract for Locust systems to destroy unmanned aerial vehicles. This is the Pentagon's first production contract for laser weapons against drones.
Over the past 24 hours, 223 combat engagements took place at the front, with the largest number on the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy launched a missile strike and 77 airstrikes, using 242 guided aerial bombs.
On August 7, Russian forces lost 1,190 military personnel and 1,751 drones. The enemy's total losses since the beginning of the war are approaching 1.5 million people.
According to a poll by the Rating Group conducted on August 5–6, Zelenskyy has 25. 2% support, Zaluzhnyi — 16.7%, and Fedorov — 12.5%. They are followed by Budanov, Poroshenko and Razumkov.
The President of the European Commission welcomed the U. S. Senate’s support for a bill to strengthen sanctions against Russia. She called for jointly draining the Russian Federation’s resources to continue the war against Ukraine.
On August 8, thunderstorms, with hail and squalls in some places, are expected in Ukraine, except in the west. Extreme heat of up to 37° is expected in the south and southeast.
Due to power outages, dozens of settlements in the Kherson region remain without water. The occupation authorities propose delivering water by tanker trucks instead of repairing the networks.