Ukraine
The Ministry of Health has released data showing that only 43% of infants receive exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months. In case the mother lacks or has insufficient milk, the practice of breast milk donation is in place.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the effectiveness of ambassadors will be measured by the amount of weapons, finances, and political decisions attracted. He emphasized the need to revise the KPIs of embassies for these tasks.
In July 2026, a prolonged blackout occurred in Crimea, leaving 1. 4 million subscribers without power simultaneously. The price of gasoline reached 269 rubles per liter, and food prices increased.
The Ministry of Defense has set a deadline of August 10 for submitting documents to confirm the status of critically important enterprises. For most, a simplified procedure applies, while BRAVE1 grant recipients undergo full re-confirmation.
The deputy head of Khmelnytskyi RSA received a 5% kickback for facilitating the conclusion of road repair contracts. He faces up to 10 years in prison with confiscation of property.
IAEA experts inspected 13 substations, assessing the consequences of Russian attacks. The mission found unprecedented risks to the nuclear safety of Ukraine and Europe.
Since the beginning of the day, the aggressor has attacked the positions of the Defense Forces 51 times. The enemy is most active on the Kostiantynivka direction, where 18 attacks have been recorded.
The week of August 3–9, 2026 will be a preparatory period before the solar eclipse on August 12 and the lunar eclipse on August 28. Astrologer Ksenia Bazylenko advises completing important tasks and implementing plans before the busy period.
The "Diia" app has announced three new services for applying for state child benefits online. Pregnant women, mothers of children under one year old, and working parents of children aged one to three are invited to participate in beta testing.
In July 2026, the business activity expectations index stood at 50. 1 points. Optimism is supported by international aid and consumer demand.
Forecaster Natalka Didenko predicts hot weather up to +40 degrees. The peak of the heat falls on August 6, and a weakening is expected from August 7 from the western regions.
Russia struck the transport infrastructure of Odesa region and civilian vessels in the ports of Greater Odesa and the Danube region. As a result of the shelling, 10 people were injured, they are receiving medical assistance.
As of August 1, the Convention on International Access to Justice has entered into force for Ukraine. Ukrainians have gained simplified access to free legal aid in 28 member states.
Nuclearelectrica will import electricity from Ukraine via Energocom to cover the deficit caused by the shutdown of Unit No. 1 of the Cernavodă Nuclear Power Plant. The cooperation reflects the long-term partnership between Romania and Moldova.
The Consulate General of Ukraine in Wrocław is monitoring the attack on three Ukrainians in the town of Kożuchów. The diplomatic mission condemns the violence and is ready to provide consular assistance to the victims.
President Zelenskyy announced that Rustem Umerov will head the Foreign Intelligence Service. Ihor Klymenko will become the new Secretary of the NSDC.
The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted changes that allow conscripts to re-register a deferment on a different basis without losing its validity. The old deferment remains in effect until the new application is reviewed.
In June 2026, the average salary in state bodies of Ukraine amounted to 66. 84 thousand UAH, which is 7 thousand UAH more than last year. Judicial remuneration in higher courts ranged from 197.8 to 446.7 thousand UAH.
Without examining the evidence in the case of Adnan Kivan's death, the court cannot determine whether the Odrex doctors are guilty. At the same time, numerous motions by the defense have for over eight months prevented the case from moving to its key stage of consideration.
Ukrainian airlines operate 131 leased aircraft out of 152, which is 86% of the fleet. The Bureau of Economic Security is investigating cases against 5 airlines over the interpretation of lease payments as royalties.
As a result of hostilities and shelling of energy facilities, some consumers in six regions are temporarily without electricity. Restoration work is ongoing, no restrictions are forecast.
The High Anti-Corruption Court remanded Oleksandr Bankov in custody with the possibility of bail of UAH 10 million. He is suspected in a case involving the organization of a scheme to embezzle over UAH 37 million in donations.
The GUR confirmed the strike on two radar facilities of the occupiers in Crimea. The operation was carried out by special forces "Group 13" using Magura naval platforms.
The Ministry of Digital Development of the Russian Federation recommends installing state certificates to access Russian websites through foreign browsers. This will allow the authorities to control the verification of online resources and strengthen propaganda.
Over the past day, 207 combat engagements occurred, a third of which were in the Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka, and Sloviansk directions. The enemy carried out 94 airstrikes and 3,336 shellings.
On the night of August 3, Russia attacked Ukraine with 181 drones. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 163 drones, with 14 UAVs hitting 13 locations.
Over the day of August 2, the Russian army lost 1,390 military personnel and 1,657 drones. The total losses of the Russian Federation since the beginning of the war have exceeded 1.45 million people.
The Russian Orthodox Church has officially approved prayers about war, including a mandatory prayer "for Holy Rus'" asking for victory for the Russian Federation. The CPD emphasizes that the Russian Orthodox Church has become a propaganda institution of the Kremlin.
On Monday, August 3, Ukraine will have variable cloudiness, mostly without precipitation. In the western and northern regions, short-term rains with thunderstorms are possible, daytime temperature 30-34°, in the south up to 38°.
The Telegraph reports that the departure of Keir Starmer and the inability of Emmanuel Macron to run in the next elections create a leadership vacuum in the "coalition of the willing. " This could lead to a change in Europe's support for Ukraine, especially given the possible rise in influence of pro-Russian candidates.