Ukraine
In the occupied territories, agricultural enterprises do not pay salaries to employees due to the inability to sell their products. Russia uses civilian logistics for military purposes, which complicates the work of farmers.
Fox News host Sean Hannity said that Senator Lindsey Graham admired the strength of Zelenskyy and Ukrainians in the fight against Russia. Graham called the President of Ukraine a "poet-warrior" and a "comedian-warrior."
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran does not seek escalation after the attack on the vessel, but demands compensation.
Ferrexpo halts exports via the Black Sea after a Russian drone attack on a vessel carrying its cargo, resulting in the death of a crew member. The company does not expect to load new vessels due to the cancellation of chartering.
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will visit Kyiv within two weeks for diplomacy and ending the war, activist Laura Loomer reported, citing a source in the White House.
The meeting between the US and Ukrainian presidents was very practical; they discussed the restoration of diplomatic efforts. Ukraine expects a visit from Trump's special envoys to Kyiv as a gesture of support.
Head of the OP Kyrylo Budanov reported a substantive conversation regarding diplomatic steps for peace. The parties agreed to intensify the negotiation process at all levels.
Andriy Sybiha called the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran for direct dialogue. He emphasized the need to avoid escalation and stop supporting Russian aggression.
The President of Ukraine honored the memory of prisoners of war killed by Russia in Olenivka in July 2022. He emphasized that Ukraine has already brought back 9,613 people from captivity and will not forget any crime.
The White House spokesperson reported that Trump's meetings with Zelenskyy and Netanyahu were positive and productive. The negotiations lasted about 90 minutes and were held behind closed doors.
In Karolino-Buhaz, a 9-year-old boy on an inflatable mattress was carried away into a mined sea. UNN journalists looked into the situation.
The METRO shopping center in Zaporizhzhia temporarily ceases operations from August 1 due to the security situation. HoReCa delivery in the region continues to operate as usual.
The black SUV carrying the Prime Minister of Israel arrived at the White House a few minutes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy left his meeting with Trump.
Energy expert Stanislav Ignatiev stated that the current situation with fuel is not a systemic shortage, but logistical difficulties due to Russian attacks. He considers it unlikely that the price of gasoline will rise to 100 hryvnias per liter, as this would require a simultaneous combination of several crisis factors.
On July 29, Polissia will play against Copenhagen in the Conference League, and on July 30, Dynamo will face PAOK in the Europa League, and LNZ will face Gent.
The meeting of the US and Ukrainian presidents began at 16:47 Kyiv time. It is closed, so journalists will not see the leaders together.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Donald Trump could resolve the deadlock in the war. Leaders will discuss increasing pressure on Putin for negotiations.
Iran is theoretically capable of attacking Ukraine with Khorramshahr missiles, but their accuracy and reliability are questionable. The expert believes that the strikes will be demonstrative in nature.
Participants of the press briefing emphasized that ignoring AI in education is unpromising. The educational process requires transformation through updating the rules of academic integrity, data protection, and inclusiveness.
Since the beginning of the day, the aggressor has attacked the positions of the Defense Forces 81 times, most actively on the Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka and Sloviansk fronts. Artillery shelling of the border areas of Sumy and Chernihiv regions continues.
Poland's MFA called Putin's statements about a possible division of Ukraine disinformation. Warsaw stated it has no territorial claims and supports Ukraine's sovereignty.
American activist Laura Loomer recorded an exclusive interview with the newly appointed Minister of Defense of Ukraine, Yevhen Khmara. They discussed the state of the war with Russia and cooperation in drone production.
On Wednesday, July 29, thunderstorms are expected in eastern Ukraine and the Sumy region. An extreme level of fire danger will prevail in a number of regions.
US senators have amended a bipartisan bill on sanctions against Russia, extending its scope to Iran. The document maintains broad sanctions against Russia due to the war in Ukraine.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk condemned attacks on Ukrainians after a video of a beating in Wrocław. He stated that such actions work in favor of Russia.
The National Commission approved an increase in the electricity transmission tariff for businesses to UAH 928. 45/MWh. The changes take effect from 1 August 2026.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine rejected the groundless accusations of the Iraqi advisor, calling them the influence of Russian propaganda. Ukraine called on Iraq not to spread disinformation.
Law enforcement officers stopped the activities of a criminal organization that defrauded about 800 people of over UAH 40 million under the guise of investing in cryptocurrency. The organizers turned out to be two residents of Kharkiv.
An employee of the district TCC and SP demanded $11,000 for processing a deferment for a person liable for military service with a disability. She was detained in a restaurant in Odesa after receiving part of the bribe.
There are no official data on Iran's intention to strike Ukraine with missiles, but the weapons for such actions potentially exist, the CCD of the NSDC stated.