18:33 Kiev: Energy supply will improve soon
The energy supply in Ukraine is expected to improve according to the Ukrainian government after July 20th, as reported by "Kyiv Independent" quoting Premier Minister Denis Schmyhal. The government is working on decentralizing energy production and supporting a wide range of consumers to facilitate additional energy generation, Schmyhal said. Kiev also supports renewable energies and is backing solar panels and wind turbines. In recent months, Russia has intensified its attacks on Ukraine's critical infrastructure to disrupt the country's energy grid once again.
17:55 Ukraine hopes for US approval for long-range weapons
The USA has not yet given Ukraine permission to use long-range weapons against targets on Russian territory. This was stated by Ihor Schowka, the deputy head of Zelensky's Presidential Administration, to "Voice of America". However, Ukraine continues to work with the USA on this issue and hopes for a quick decision. "Everyone knows where the danger lies, where the rockets (against Ukraine) are launched from." Schowka expressed optimism: "All important decisions that the USA has made in the past were made very quietly - and that will also be the case this time." Ukraine has been requesting permission from the USA and other Western partners to use the long-range weapons, such as rockets or missiles, against targets on Russian territory. So far, Ukrainian military personnel can only use drones with significantly less explosive power.
17:24 Merz: Ukraine to be supported with jet fighters
CDU leader Friedrich Merz calls for stronger support for Ukraine and for the delivery of jet fighters. Merz said in ARD: "It seems plausible to me to help Ukraine, at least to regain control of its own airspace. These rocket attacks, which are now taking place in ever larger numbers, against infrastructure, against power and water supplies, against hospitals, nursing homes, we cannot control that from the ground alone. And that's why the delivery of jet fighters to the Ukraine is already a done deal in many countries around the world, including in Europe. We, as Germans, should not hold back." The transfer of F-16 jets is already underway, the USA, the Netherlands, and Denmark announced in a joint statement at the NATO summit in Washington on Tuesday.
16:50 Partisans report large fire, Russian subunits destroyedA sabotage action near the Russian-occupied Oleshki in the Kherson region is reported to have caused a large fire. According to a report by the Partisan Movement Atesh on Telegram, one of their agents set dry grass near the positions of one of the units of the 70th motorized infantry division of the Russian army on fire. "As a result of the fire, three subunits were destroyed, trenches and fortifications of the unit were destroyed." Weapons and supplies were also destroyed. "Up to twenty members of the unit suffered severe burns." The post of the partisans ends with the call: "We continue our resistance along the entire front line and inflict significant damage to the occupiers. Join the ranks of Atesh."
15:19 Russian soldiers apparently detain Georgians illegally in South Ossetia
Russian soldiers reportedly detained a Georgian national near the village of Adzvi on the border with the occupied region of South Ossetia on Saturday. According to "Kyiv Independent", this information was passed on to the EU Monitoring Mission in Georgia by the Georgian State Security Service. The security service is quoted as saying, "Russian occupation forces are responsible for all destructive actions committed in the occupied territories of Georgia and along the occupation line." Moscow gained full control over the Georgian territories of Abkhazia and South Ossetia following its invasion of Georgia in 2008.
15:43 Zelenskyy hopes for more help after US trip
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced further assistance for the military and arms industries following his return from the US. At the NATO summit in Washington, concrete agreements were reportedly reached to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities; this includes weapons for soldiers and support for Ukraine's arms industries, according to him. There will also be more Patriots and dozens of other air defense systems. In the past week alone, Russia has fired over 700 guided air-to-surface bombs, more than 170 types of combat drones, and nearly 80 rockets at Ukraine, Zelenskyy told X.
15:11 Russia reports capture of another village in eastern Ukraine
The Russian army, according to the Russian Defense Ministry in Moscow, has taken control of another village in eastern Ukraine. The ministry reports that the village of Uroshchynje in the Donetsk region was taken by "troops of the Eastern Military District" (Wostok). The village is located near the southern frontline, close to the region of Zaporizhzhia. It was one of the few settlements that the Ukrainian army had managed to retake during its counteroffensive in 2023. The Russian troops had advanced along a South-North axis along the Mokryi Yalynyi River.
14:36 Russians kill 13 Ukrainians on Saturday
Thirteen people were killed and 54 others were injured, including children, in Russian attacks on Ukraine on Saturday, according to local authorities. "Kyiv Independent" reports. The civilian victims were reported in the oblasts of Kharkiv, Donetsk, Kherson, and Dnipropetrovsk.
14:26 Kremlin holds US government indirectly responsible for Trump assassination attemptThe Kremlin holds the US government indirectly responsible for the assassination attempt on US Presidential candidate Donald Trump. "We do not believe that the current authorities organized the attempt to assassinate or kill Trump," Putin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told journalists. "However, an atmosphere was created in the US where such an act was possible." Peskov claimed that it was "obvious to all external observers that his life was in danger."
13:53 Zelenskyy: More than 700 guided bombing attacks by Russia in the past weekIn the past seven days, Russia has launched more than 700 guided air-to-surface bombs, over 170 types of combat drones, and nearly 80 rockets against Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on social media. "The scale of this evil must be met with the scale of decisions to protect human life. Every partner can make a difference and strengthen defense against terror," he wrote further.
12:55 DeepState: Russians advancing in Donetsk region, Urozhaine seized
The Russian military has reportedly taken control of the village of Urozhaine in the Donetsk region. This is according to DeepState, a portal close to the Ukrainian Defense Ministry. The fighting in Zalizny and Klishchiivka is continuing, as well as Russian advances near Oleksandropol, Nowoseliwka Perscha, and Makijiwka. Urozhaine was seized by Russian forces during Russia's attack on Ukraine in 2022. It is reported that Urozhaine was retaken by the Ukrainian military in August 2023.
12:07 Russia: 3-tonne bomb dropped on Ukrainian military base
The Russian Defense Ministry has released a video showing a Su-34 dropping a heavy bomb. The Su-34 is a two-seat jet bomber developed in the Soviet Union. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, the bomb dropped was the FAB-3000 type, which weighs three tonnes in total, with the warhead reportedly weighing around 1,200 kg. The Russian Defense Ministry claims the bomb hit a Ukrainian Air Force base.
11:30 Ukraine: Death toll rises to six after Russian air strikes in Donetsk region
Six people have been reported killed in the Donetsk region following Russian air strikes. Two people were killed in Nowootscheretuwate (see entry at 21:53), and two in Progres, one in Kostiantynopolskiy, and one in Novoselivka Pershii (see entry at 22:17). This information was shared by the Ukrainian governor of the Donetsk region, Wadym Filaschkin, on social media. A total of 11 people were injured in the region as a result of the attacks.
11:00 Report: Ireland preparing security agreement with Ukraine
Ireland is reportedly taking the initial steps towards drafting a security agreement with Ukraine. This was reported by "The Kyiv Independent" following a visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Ireland. During his return journey from the NATO summit in Washington, Zelenskyy made a brief stopover at Shannon Airport in Ireland for a meeting with Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris. "The Kyiv Independent" reports that Harris described the meeting as "a very good meeting," during which they discussed the possibility of a bilateral agreement on mine clearance, energy, humanitarian aid, and food security. Ireland follows a policy of neutrality, is not a NATO member, and has one of the lowest defense budgets in the EU, accounting for roughly 0.2% of its GDP. The Irish government does not supply weapons to Ukraine but has recognized the Russian war against Ukraine as a genocide.
10:24 Ukraine: Six Russian air raids repelled
The Ukrainian air defense reportedly shot down two enemy cruise missiles of the CH-59/Ch-69 type and four reconnaissance drones: three Orlan-10s and one ZALA during the night in the eastern part of the country. This information was shared by the Ukrainian air defense on social media.
09:42 Russia uses Trump attack for propagandaRussia utilizes the attempted assassination of former US President Donald Trump for its own purposes just hours after the incident. The spokeswoman of the Russian Foreign Ministry calls on the US government to "examine their policy of inciting hatred." Such a policy targets "political opponents, countries, and peoples," announced Maria Zakharova. She also used the attack to make propaganda against US support for Ukraine. The money for "the delivery of weapons to Zelenskyy" should "perhaps be better used for financing the police and other services that ensure law and order in the US," she says to Republican politicians.
09:00 Ukraine publishes numbers on Russian lossesThe Ukrainian General Staff publishes new loss figures for Russian troops in Ukraine. According to this, Russia has lost approximately 559,090 soldiers in the Ukraine since February 24, 2022. In one day alone, the losses amounted to 1,320. According to the report from Kiev, at least seven tanks and 46 artillery systems were also destroyed. Since the beginning of the large-scale attack, Russia, according to Ukraine, has lost 8,206 tanks, 15,262 artillery systems, and 361 aircraft, 326 helicopters, 12,108 drones, 28 ships, and a submarine. Western estimations give lower loss figures - which are also only minimum values.
07:59 Air alarm in the region of ZaporizhiaMilitary governor Ivan Fedorov of the Zaporizhia region calls for a missile alarm in the southern Ukrainian region. On Telegram, he reports on attacks with ballistic missiles. According to Fedorov, other regions in Ukraine are also being attacked. He makes no statements on casualties or deaths.
06:30 Russia reports destroyed drone in BelgorodRussia reports a destroyed Ukrainian drone in the Russian region of Belgorod from the previous night. Around 23:05 Moscow time, "an attempt by the Kiev regime to carry out a terrorist attack with a drone" was thwarted, the Russian Defense Ministry reports. In Belgorod and other border regions of Ukraine, there have been regular Ukrainian attacks. The night before, for example, an oil depot in the region of Rostov was set on fire by Ukrainian drones.
06:06 "F-16 is not a game changer"The Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba states that no specific weapon will change the situation in the war, but an adequate supply of weapons and ammunition to the Ukrainian troops. "No single weapon can be a game changer that changes everything. We can only change the situation for the better if we have all the necessary weapons, sufficient equipment and ammunition. That's why F-16 fighter jets, which are expected to arrive in Ukraine soon, are just as important as various types of air defense systems, just as important as armored fighting vehicles, and artillery ammunition," Kuleba said.
05:06 Kiev: The Crimea Bridge must be destroyedThe Crimea has transformed into an uncomfortable territory. This is the achievement of the Ukrainian security and defense forces, explains the head of the Ukrainian Security Service, General Lieutenant Kyrylo Budanov. This is reported by "Ukrinform" citing the Press Service of the Agency. The rebuilding of the Black Sea Fleet after a series of Ukrainian attacks would be a challenge for Moscow, says Budanov. The goal is the destruction of the Crimea Bridge, he says. So far, it has been possible to force Russia to withdraw its warships as far as possible from the Crimea, explains the head of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry.
00:01 Ukraine shoots down two Russian reconnaissance drones
Ukrainian forces shoot down two Russian drones of the Orlan type at the southern front. This is reported by "Ukrinform" citing a Telegram post from the Air Command South. The Russians are reportedly attacking Odessa with a ballistic missile. According to the report, it is likely to be an Iskander-M missile launched from the Crimea.
22:17 Two dead in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast
There were fatal attacks in the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast before the attack on Nowootscheretuwate. The terrain of a farm in Kostiantynopolske was hit by bombs - one person died, another was injured. In Tschassiw Jar, a warehouse was damaged, resulting in another death.
21:53 Civilian deaths in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast
Civilians are reportedly killed in the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast after a Russian attack. The village of Nowootscheretuwate was hit by bombs, reports "Ukrainska Pravda" citing the Military Administration. Two people were killed in the incident, another was injured. The victims were reportedly in a house that was hit by a bomb. A total of ten buildings were damaged.
21:11 Russians kill medics with second attack on village
This cruel tactic is well known: After an attack, the Russians fire again on a target to hit rescue forces. It appears to have been the case in the previously mentioned attack on the village of Budy in the Kharkiv Oblast (Eastern Ukraine). Among the two dead was the head of the emergency medical services of the oblast, Artem Kstyria, reports "Kyiv Independent" citing the Interior Ministry. "The terrorists cynically and deliberately attacked as rescue forces arrived at the scene," said the mayor of Kharkiv, Igor Terekhov.
- Ukraine has requested permission from the USA to use long-range weapons against Russia's targets, with Deputy Head of Zelensky's Presidential Administration, Ihor Schowka, expressing optimism about a quick decision.
- CDU leader Friedrich Merz calls for delivering jet fighters to Ukraine to help regain control of its airspace, stating that it is already a done deal in many countries, including in Europe.
- In response to Russia's intensified attacks on Ukraine's critical infrastructure, partisans reportedly set dry grass near Russian soldiers' positions on fire, causing a large fire and destroying several subunits and weapons.
- According to a report by "Kyiv Independent," Russian soldiers reportedly detained a Georgian national illegally in South Ossetia, with Georgian State Security Service blaming Moscow for destructive actions in the occupied territories.
- In the context of the Ukraine-Conflict, NATO has pledged support for Ukraine, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announcing further assistance for the military and arms industries following his return from a US trip.
