Ukraine
The prosecutor's office suspects the director, accountant, and employees of the Vinnytsia branch of "Ukrzaliznytsia" of embezzling 22 million hryvnias. They illegally accrued "bonuses" to employees who were not involved in the work, appropriating part of the funds.
Today, July 16, a meeting of the "Servant of the People" faction will take place, where Yulia Svyrydenko will present candidates for ministerial positions. The appointment of ministers is expected tomorrow, July 17.
France did not join the initiative of European countries to buy American weapons for Ukraine. President Macron insists on developing Europe's own defense-industrial base.
The prosecutor's office has sent a criminal case regarding the deportation of Ukrainian children from Kherson to court. Among the accused are sanctioned Russian State Duma deputies and officials of the occupation authorities.
Russian troops attacked Kharkiv with 16 drones, killing two people and injuring five. The enemy used various types of UAVs, damaging wheat crops.
Residents of Vinnytsia region are urged to stay indoors, close windows, and avoid physical exertion due to a possible deterioration in air quality after enemy UAV attacks. The Vinnytsia Regional Center for Disease Control and Prevention of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine has provided urgent recommendations for health protection.
The Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine reported the elimination of two Russian drone operators of the “Skat 350M” in temporarily occupied Tokmak. On July 16, 2025, a green UAZ 452 with the occupiers exploded on the outskirts of the city.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 8211/USD, strengthening it by 1 kopeck. The euro exchange rate is UAH 48.80/EUR, and the zloty exchange rate is UAH 11.47/PLN.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 171 combat engagements over the past day, two-thirds of which occurred in the Pokrovsk, Novopavlivka, and Lyman directions. The enemy launched two missile strikes, 54 air strikes, and conducted 5574 shellings, using 3869 kamikaze drones.
On July 16, Ukraine celebrates Accountant and Auditor Day, and worldwide – PR Specialist Day, International Drag Culture Day, Hot Dog Day, and World Snake Day. Also on this day, the memory of the holy martyr Athenogenes is honored.
US President Donald Trump said that the first Patriot air defense systems are already being shipped to European allies. According to him, the US will receive full reimbursement for the cost of weapons from the EU or NATO countries.
On Wednesday, July 16, contrasting weather is expected in Ukraine: rains, sometimes thunderstorms, will pass in the west, Zhytomyr region, Vinnytsia region and Kyiv region, while the rest of the territory will be dominated by heat up to +37 degrees.
Chief Rabbi of Ukraine Moshe Azman presented special representative Kit Kellogg with a gift for US President Donald Trump. The gift was a painting of the US Declaration of Independence with Trump's portrait.
EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas stated that Russia is intensifying the use of chemical weapons against Ukraine to force its surrender. At least 9,000 cases of chemical weapon use have been recorded since the start of the full-scale invasion.
The SBI has completed its investigation into a lawyer from Dnipro who offered fictitious hospitalization, documents for deregistration from military service, and exit abroad for $12,000. He faces up to 8 years in prison with property confiscation.
American Senator Lindsey Graham reacted to Donald Trump's ultimatum regarding the war in Ukraine, warning Putin against ignoring the 50-day deadline. In case of disobedience, Russia faces duties of up to 100% on oil for countries supporting its war machine, which resembles tough US measures against Iran.
In Finland, as of July 15, a ban on real estate transactions for citizens of Russia and Belarus came into force. This decision, explained by the need to strengthen the country's security, applies to all types of transactions.
In the temporarily occupied territories, Russian military personnel are massively seizing smoothbore weapons from civilians. More than 240 units have already been handed over to the invaders for use against Ukrainian Armed Forces drones.
The bill on a new package of sanctions against Russia is gaining wide support in the US House of Representatives, with the number of co-sponsors reaching 88. The chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, Mike Rogers, has joined the initiative, strengthening the document's position.
The analytical project DeepState reported on the advance of Russian troops near Ambarnoye in the Kharkiv region, as well as Udachne, Tolstoye, and Fedorivka in the Donetsk region. This happened on the night of Wednesday, July 16.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee recommended adopting a bill on the status of "Founder of State Independence of Ukraine" for MPs who contributed to the establishment of independence. This status will be granted for life, can be posthumous, and provides for a number of privileges and honors.
On July 15, Russian troops attacked Kryvyi Rih, causing a fire and casualties. There were also loud explosions in the Dnipro and Synelnykove districts.
Explosions were heard in Kharkiv on July 15 during an air raid alert. Russia launched at least 17 strikes on the city, with hits recorded in the Kyivskyi district. Most of the strikes targeted a civilian enterprise. A fire broke out as a result of the shelling.
On the evening of July 15, an air raid alert was declared in Kyiv and several regions of Ukraine due to the threat of ballistic weapons. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warned of a threat from the south.
Tomorrow, a meeting of the Lublin Triangle will take place in Lublin with the participation of the foreign ministers of Ukraine, Lithuania, and Poland. The parties will discuss the security situation, Euro-Atlantic integration, and countering Russian threats.
Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak and special representative of US President Donald Trump, Keith Kellogg, held a meeting. They discussed the supply of weapons to Ukraine, sanctions against the Russian Federation, and the principle of peace through strength.
On July 15, the Cabinet of Ministers appointed Olena Ivanovska as the Commissioner for the Protection of the State Language. She will replace Taras Kremin, who held the position since July 8, 2020.
Since the beginning of the day, 148 combat engagements have taken place at the front. The occupiers used 1218 kamikaze drones and carried out over 4000 shellings, delivering one missile and 39 air strikes.
US President Donald Trump stated that he would not send long-range weapons to Ukraine. This came after his threat to Russia with high tariffs and the resumption of American arms supplies.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine appointed Olena Ivanovska as the Commissioner for the Protection of the State Language. This position protects the status of the Ukrainian language and the right of citizens to use it.