Ukraine
After the night massive attack by Russia, a significant deterioration in air quality was recorded in Kyiv. In the Brovary district, the pollution index reached 170, which corresponds to an unhealthy level.
Ukraine's defense forces eliminated 1,130 Russian military personnel over the past day. The total combat losses of the Russian army since the beginning of the invasion amount to approximately 1,452,880 people.
Moldova's Reintegration Bureau called on Tiraspol not to reduce the water discharge from the Dubăsari reservoir, which could disrupt the operation of the water intake in Coșnița. Kyiv and Chișinău agreed to reduce the discharge from the Novodnistrovsk reservoir to 85 cubic meters per second due to drought, and Tiraspol accused them of provoking a crisis.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, during a visit to the KNDS plant, may have confirmed that RCH-155 howitzers are already in Ukraine. There had been no official confirmation of the transfer of these systems before.
Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze accused NATO of deceiving Ukraine and Georgia with promises about membership. Deputy Committee Chairman Tornike Pagava suggested a shift to a multi-vector policy in case the Alliance refuses.
In July, Russian forces used over 8,300 guided aerial bombs, marking the highest figure since the war began. The intensity of combat operations has increased, but the Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to hold the defense.
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk signed an order allowing journalists to personally attend open meetings of committees and commissions. Accreditation and a one-time pass are required for access, and the number of media representatives is limited.
Starting August 5, the EU changes conditions for temporary protection for Ukrainians: men of conscription age must confirm fulfillment of military duty through the "Reserve+" app. The decision does not apply to those who already hold valid status in Czechia.
The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the death of volunteer Marek Rusek-Wolski, who was delivering aid to civilians in frontline territories. The tragedy occurred on July 27 in Kharkiv due to a Russian shelling.
The Ombudsman stated that every diplomatic decision has a human dimension. 20,610 cases of deportation of children have been confirmed, 2,425 have been returned.
State Border Guard Service spokesperson Andrii Demchenko reported that the enemy plans an incursion into Chernihiv region to distract the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Currently, there are no active actions by Russians near the border, but fortification of positions is ongoing.
The President of Ukraine held a meeting on strengthening cooperation with the European Union. The main goal is Ukraine's full membership in the EU, which is considered a security task.
Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi reported that 1 million Ukrainian Defenders and Defenders have already received the electronic veteran certificate in the Diia app. After confirming their status in the Unified State Register of War Veterans, veterans can use all state services and benefits without waiting for a paper certificate.
In Wrocław, a court remanded an 18-year-old Ukrainian into custody on suspicion of attempted murder of a 30-year-old Polish woman. The woman was saved by doctors; the young man faces life imprisonment.
President Zelenskyy officially presented Ihor Klymenko as Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council. He expects enhanced coordination, preparations for winter, localization of air defense, and counteraction to cyber threats.
In the village of Sukhovolya, a 68-year-old driver of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, found to be intoxicated upon examination, hit a 38-year-old serviceman who died at the scene. The tragedy was witnessed by the victim's 17-year-old son.
First Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Denys Shmyhal stated that Russia is aimed at destroying the water supply in Ukraine. He emphasized that without water and sewage, it is difficult to survive more than three days.
One law improves adoption procedures and the development of family-based care forms, while the other expands social and legal guarantees for military personnel among those released on parole.
The President of Ukraine stated that Russian drones are hunting people in Kherson and called on the world to cooperate. He emphasized that the Russian war must not spread to other countries.
The Ukrainian Air Transport Association urges the government to form a unified position on the taxation of operating leases of aircraft. The Bureau of Economic Security has opened criminal cases against five airlines due to the interpretation of lease payments as royalties.
On August 4, the Zaporizhzhia NPP lost external power supply and operated on diesel generators. Power was restored at 14:20, this is already the 12th blackout in 2026.
Over the past day, 14 forest fires were recorded in Ukraine on an area of 12. 3 hectares. Four of them were caused by enemy drones, six by deliberate arson.
According to the State Statistics Service, in the second quarter of 2026, Ukraine's real GDP grew by 0. 6% compared to the same period in 2025. Compared to the previous quarter, growth amounted to 0.4% taking into account the seasonal factor.
Ukraine has started issuing new-style veterinary passports for pets. The document has a unique number and protection against forgery, and old passports do not need to be replaced.
Weather forecaster Didenko predicts that by August 7-9 the heat in Ukraine will subside. In the coming days, temperatures will reach +39...+40 degrees, and in Kyiv up to +35.
Head of the Center for Countering Disinformation Andriy Kovalenko stated that the fall of the UAV on the beach in Gelendzhik occurred due to the operation of Russian air defense. He emphasized that the deaths of Russians are the fault of Russian forces, and Ukraine strikes only military targets.
President Zelenskyy approved new SBU operations against Russian aggression and further steps to purge the structure. SBU Chief Poklad reported on priorities for August.
Iceland's Ministry for Foreign Affairs has made an additional contribution of 550 thousand euros to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund. Iceland's total contribution has amounted to nearly 9 million euros.
The Ministry of Economy reported persistent low water levels on most rivers of Ukraine, particularly on the Dniester and Southern Bug, where water levels are below minimum values. As a result, water use was restricted for 185 consumers in July.
Russia produces and uses ballistic missiles faster than the world can produce modern interceptor missiles. This imbalance forces a review of approaches to building the global security system.