Ukraine
On August 1, Ukraine expects partly cloudy skies with no precipitation. Wind variable directions 3-8 m/s, temperature at night 15-20°, during the day 27-32°, in the west up to 35-37°.
On August 1, Orthodox Ukrainians celebrate the Honey Savior, which marks the beginning of the Dormition Fast. Around the world, this day is celebrated as Spider-Man Day and World Lung Cancer Day.
Over the past day, the Defense Forces destroyed 1,470 Russian troops and 1,838 drones. Russia's total losses since the start of the invasion have exceeded 1.447 million people.
The Russian Federation is increasingly using new "Banderol" cruise missiles to attack Odesa ports due to their low cost. About 80% of strikes on Odesa ports this year were carried out by these missiles.
Romanian Minister of Foreign Affairs Oana Ţoiu announced plans to import electricity from Ukraine due to record drought. Bucharest declared a state of emergency on the energy market and shut down one nuclear reactor.
Vasile Tofan held his first conversation with Serhiy Koretsky, assuring support for Ukraine. The sides agreed to intensify the construction of the Kosăuți-Yampil bridge and manage water resources due to the critical water level in the Dniester.
US President Donald Trump stated that under the rare earth metals agreement, the US can gain access to Ukrainian resources at any time. He emphasized that the contract has been signed and allows them to take practically everything they want.
US Permanent Representative to NATO Matthew Whitaker stated the desire to obtain Ukrainian anti-drone technologies. He emphasized that Ukraine has become a testing ground for the future.
SBU and GUR took fourth place in the ranking of European intelligence services by L'Express, scoring 77 points. Experts noted the ingenuity of Ukrainian intelligence services and their complex operations.
Over the past day, 207 combat engagements took place. The enemy carried out one missile strike, conducted 55 airstrikes with 168 guided aerial bombs, and used 6,415 kamikaze drones.
António Costa approved Spain's decisive actions to return migrants in Ceuta. The escalation of the migration crisis led to the death of at least 57 people.
Ukrainian drones attack Wildberries logistics centers, threatening financial problems for the company and its creditors. The marketplace's debts reach 1.3 trillion rubles, and the strikes could increase pressure on the Russian economy.
The Czech government condemned the incident of the fall of a Russian Kh-101 missile on the territory of Poland. The opposition demands summoning the Russian ambassador to the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs and increasing defense spending.
US President Donald Trump stated that the US did not agree to a license for Ukraine to produce Patriot systems. He expressed concern about the transfer of technologies that could be used against the US.
Ukraine and Moldova have agreed to temporarily maintain water discharge from the Dniester hydroelectric complex at a level of 85 cubic meters per second. This is due to the critically low water level of the Dniester because of the drought in July 2026.
The state will compensate 10% or 20% of the loan amount for the purchase of solid fuel stoves and materials. The preferential rate will be 0% in the first year, 5% in the second, and 7% in the third.
In 2026, the Dormition of the Mother of God is celebrated on August 15 according to the New Julian calendar. The feast symbolizes the end of summer and opens the autumn period of rituals and weddings.
The SBU detained a 69-year-old Kharkiv resident recruited by Russian special services to eliminate Ihor Obolensky. The hitman received the weapon through a courier, whose identity is being established.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that there is a large-scale Russian propaganda campaign in Europe using photos from Ceuta. He called on European countries to completely block all Russian propaganda resources.
Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz criticized the opposition for accusations over the incident with a Russian missile. He stated that for the opposition, Ukraine has become the enemy, not Russia.
In July, vegetables from the borscht set, including potatoes, carrots, and beets, rapidly became cheaper. At the same time, prices for some berries and greenhouse crops remain unstable due to weather conditions.
President Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with US Vice President JD Vance. The main priority was interceptors for Patriot and the impact of Russia's war on global markets.
Near Wrocław, an Audi with seven Ukrainians under the influence of alcohol crashed into a tree. One of the passengers suffered a spinal fracture while in the trunk.
The director and deputy of a hazardous waste disposal enterprise have been notified of suspicion. Environmental damage due to soil pollution with medical waste amounted to over 2 million hryvnias.
Commissioner of the Verkhovna Rada for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets reported the return of four children from temporarily occupied territories. This is already the fifth return mediated by the First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump.
Brent crude futures rose 1. 13% to $90.04 per barrel. IRGC stopped two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, supporting prices.
President Zelenskyy reported that at the Staff meeting they heard intelligence reports on russia's intentions to strike Ukrainian vessels. Countermeasures are being prepared, and the implementation of a long-range sanctions plan against russia was also discussed.
MFA spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi called the video, in which unidentified individuals in military uniform threaten Iran, a staged production. He stated that this is an attempt to escalate tensions and an information manipulation.
As of July, the share of non-residents in Russian OFZs fell to 3%. Intelligence predicts the collapse of the Russian economy due to the lack of foreign capital.
Ukraine secured the extradition of five individuals from five countries in a week. For the first time in history, Jordan extradited a suspect in the creation of a criminal organization from Dnipro.