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A Ukrainian drone strike on a crowded beach in southern Russia killed at least seven people, including three children, and injured dozens more. Russia has accused Ukraine of deliberately targeting civilians in the attack.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed Ukraine's ambassador to the United States, Oksana Stefanishyna, as part of broader diplomatic changes. This move comes as Ukraine aims to intensify military and diplomatic efforts to end the war by winter, while also imposing new sanctions on entities linked to Russia's defense industry.
An Italian-led EU naval mission boarded a sanctioned tanker suspected of being part of Russia's 'shadow fleet' in the Mediterranean Sea. The operation aimed to inspect the vessel, which is believed to be transporting Russian oil in violation of sanctions.
Romania has begun importing electricity from Ukraine, with Energocom facilitating the purchase, after a drought forced the shutdown of a reactor. Citizens are urged to use energy responsibly during this period.
Ukraine is reportedly facing enormous damage as it grapples with a record number of Russian strikes.
A university in Belgorod, Russia, caught fire following Ukrainian drone strikes, with reports indicating that drones were being developed at the facility. Photos and videos show the extent of the damage.
Russian forces launched an overnight attack on the Kyiv region, damaging a Rozetka online marketplace warehouse, a Rozum publishing warehouse in Vyshneve, and a mosque belonging to the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Ukraine. Cleanup operations have been completed following the strikes.
An analysis discusses the possibility of regional conflicts, specifically the wars in Iran and Ukraine, converging into a larger, more widespread conflict.
A Russian attack targeting 'transport infrastructure' in Ukraine's Odesa Oblast has resulted in injuries to 13 people, according to the regional governor.
Ihor Klymenko has detailed his three top priorities in his new role as the secretary of Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council (NSDC).
Russia's Federal Financial Monitoring Service (Rosfinmonitoring) has added Viktor Kalinin, a 14-year-old from St. Petersburg, to its registry of 'terrorists and extremists,' making him the youngest person yet on the list.
Russia is evaluating support measures for its retailers following Ukrainian strikes that reportedly caused billions of dollars in losses at warehouses belonging to e-commerce giant Wildberries.
Fuel prices at gas stations in Russia’s Krasnoyarsk Krai dropped by over 20 rubles on August 2, according to NGS24 correspondents, with the price cuts affecting the regional chain Krasnoyarsknefteprodukt, possibly in anticipation of a visit from President Putin.
The Ukraine conflict highlights new combat innovations, particularly Russian glide bombs, which enable strikes from safe distances and protect aircraft, helping Russia regain its battlefield advantage.
Ukrainian law enforcement agencies have reportedly not received any response from Monaco regarding their requests concerning the attempted murder of businessman Vadym Yermolaiev and the killing of Anastasiia Berezovska, the prime suspect in the case.
The African Agribusiness Consortium (AAC) and Jospong have announced the next cohort of 120 Ghanaian scholars for an agricultural program in Russia. This initiative follows the successful return of 118 previous scholars, reaffirming AAC's commitment to transforming Ghana's agriculture.
Poland is rapidly investing billions in its military, driven by historical experiences with foreign aggression, to deter a direct confrontation with Russia and NATO.
The Consulate General of Ukraine in Wrocław has reacted to an attack on three Ukrainian citizens in Kozuchów, Poland, with investigations underway to determine the circumstances and motives.
Russia's manufacturing sector has experienced its strongest growth in 18 months, as indicated by recent Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) data.
Russian attacks have destroyed 37 filling stations belonging to the Naftogaz Group in the first seven months of 2026. Some facilities have been repaired, while others remain destroyed and out of operation.
On Monday, August 3, Ukraine is expected to experience partly cloudy skies, with rainfall likely only during the day in most western and northern regions, and temperatures reaching up to +38°C.
The Philippines is looking into Ukraine's effective use of cheap, adaptable drones to modernize its armed forces and enhance its defense capabilities in the South China Sea.
The Ukrainian TrophyLab initiative is reportedly widening the cracks in Russia's military facade by analyzing captured equipment and exposing vulnerabilities.
A man opened fire on employees of a territorial recruitment and social support center in Odesa, Ukraine, during mobilization activities, injuring four servicemen before fleeing the scene.
A missile strike in Ukraine, potentially linked to North Korean weaponry, has destroyed a family, highlighting Kim Jong-un's indirect involvement in the conflict.
A restaurant in Moscow has exploded, with Russian authorities claiming the incident to be a 'brutal act of terrorism'.
Ukrainian President Zelensky announced that the country's Air Force successfully intercepts more than 90% of incoming attack drones.
The No Sirens camp in Italy, run by Hope for Ukraine, is helping hundreds of Ukrainian children traumatized by the war to restore their sense of childhood joy and live without fear.
Reports indicate that Russia is actively recruiting spies through various social media platforms, as highlighted in a segment of 'Ukraine This Week'.
Romania's Ministry of Defence issued an air-raid warning in the border county of Tulcea, which borders Odesa Oblast, on the morning of 2 August, due to an aerial asset coming from Ukraine.
The Russia-Ukraine war has significantly impacted military aviation doctrine, particularly for attack helicopters, which have been used for daring supply missions, initial strikes on Russian oil depots, and adapting to the drone age.
An op-ed explores what the conflicts in Ukraine and Iran teach about deterrence, particularly as drones and missiles reshape modern warfare and raise questions about whether asymmetric capabilities can prevent conflict before it begins.
Russian forces have reportedly lost another 1,500 troops and 69 artillery systems in the war against Ukraine. July has seen the highest Russian casualties this year so far, according to the General Staff.
Russia conducted a major overnight barrage of ballistic missiles and drones on the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, resulting in at least nine deaths and 33 civilian injuries.
Ukrainian drone attacks deep inside Russia killed at least eight people and set a Wildberries warehouse ablaze. Meanwhile, Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities, including Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, resulted in multiple casualties and a hazardous substance leak.
Russian opposition politician Boris Nadezhdin has successfully fled Russia despite an exit ban and reappeared in Paris, stating he is "alive and free." Nadezhdin, known for his anti-war stance, had been barred from participating in recent elections.
A drone, which Russia claims was Ukrainian, crashed on a crowded beach in Russia, killing seven people and injuring 40 others. Ukraine has suggested that Russian air defense systems were responsible for the casualties.
Russian attacks across Ukraine over the past day have resulted in 8 deaths and 66 injuries, with the Zaporizhzhia region experiencing the most severe impact.
A Russian attack on a gas station near Kryvyi Rih in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk Oblast resulted in the deaths of three people, including a rescue worker and his eight-year-old son. The incident highlights the ongoing civilian casualties in the conflict.
Ukraine is attempting to encourage thousands of absent without leave (AWOL) troops to return to service by offering them choices in their commander and deployment area. This initiative aims to bolster military ranks by addressing concerns of deserting soldiers.
The USF successfully struck one air defense system and seven Russian radar stations in the Krasnodar Krai. This action highlights how missiles used by Russia expose vulnerabilities in European air defense.
An exclusive report details Ukraine's two-year-long endeavor to secure the production of Patriot missile systems, highlighting the country's strategic defense initiatives.
Russia is projected to increase its exports from western ports in August, driven by strong demand from Asian markets, according to sources.
Ukraine's Defence Intelligence reports that the Kremlin is exploiting issues like prolonged blackouts, fuel shortages, and rising prices in Crimea to exert additional pressure on the local population.
Russia is reportedly increasing pressure on fighting-age men to join military service as voluntary recruitment stalls and Moscow's military initiative in Ukraine falters.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held his first call with newly appointed British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband, discussing developments in Gaza, the wider Middle East, and Ukraine.
Since the beginning of the day, Russian forces have launched 51 attacks against the positions of Ukraine's Defense Forces, with the Kostiantynivka direction remaining the most intense area of fighting.
Reports indicate that Russia is intensifying forced recruitment efforts, with individuals allegedly 'beaten until they enlisted,' as it faces losses in the Ukraine conflict.
Combat footage indicates that Ukraine is employing heavy-lift multicopters to transport armed unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) into action, potentially marking a new era in heliborne assaults.
The first production model of Russia's MC-21 jet has successfully completed its maiden flight, days after President Vladimir Putin visited the Siberian assembly plant.
Estonian volunteers purchased a Humvee in Canada, named it after late Estonian journalist Teet Korsten, and are sending it to Ukraine's front lines for use by an assault battalion.
Combined teams from Ukraine's State Emergency Service (SES) are continuing to deal with the aftermath of explosions at a military training ground belonging to a Special Operations Forces unit in the Khmelnytskyi region.
A Russian attack on a critical infrastructure facility in Poltava Oblast, Ukraine, resulted in a hazardous chemical leak, which emergency responders successfully contained.
The BBC's Russia editor, Steve Rosenberg, is reporting from Kudrinskaya Square in Moscow, the site where a bomb blast reportedly killed three people.
Reports indicate that the Kremlin is intensifying efforts to compel more Russian citizens into military service for the conflict in Ukraine.
Ukraine is requesting 300 more US Patriot interceptors from partners, while an investigation into 'scandalous situations' in bomb shelters deepens, according to a former official.
A 'spy plot' involving a trawler has fueled Russia paranoia in the Baltic region, ultimately leading to the imposition of new sanctions.
The Ukrainian Cabinet of Ministers is collaborating with banks to develop a package of financial support measures for the country's agricultural sector and producers.
Ukrenergo, Ukraine's national power company, has announced that no electricity consumption restrictions are planned for Monday, August 3.
Russia's Alabuga Start program is recruiting young women from Latin America under false pretenses of hospitality or logistics jobs, only to employ them in assembling drones used in the war against Ukraine in Tatarstan.
Andrius Kubilius offers insights into the lessons learned from the conflict in Ukraine, highlighting how drones and space technology are fundamentally reshaping Europe's security strategy.
Ukraine is actively disrupting Russia's maritime oil logistics, creating a new front in the ongoing oil war by targeting its ability to transport oil by sea.
Ukrainian President Zelensky has stated that Russia is aiming to expand its production of ballistic missiles. This announcement comes amid ongoing conflict and concerns over Russia's military capabilities.
Ukraine's repeated changes in defense ministers are prompting questions about their potential impact on the country's ongoing war effort and stability.
Originally designed as a decoy, Russia's Gerbera drone is now expanding its capabilities to include reconnaissance, communications relay, and strike missions.
According to the General Staff, Russia has suffered over 1,449,120 troop losses in Ukraine since the full-scale invasion began on February 24, 2022.
Ukrinform photojournalists are documenting life during Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, covering events such as the Radushne Tragedy and the anniversary of the Olenivka Terror Attack, as the country continues to resist.
Ukraine launched drone attacks on multiple Russian targets, including a Wildberries warehouse in the Vladimir region and a technological university, while Russia simultaneously attacked energy infrastructure in six Ukrainian regions. These strikes resulted in casualties and widespread power outages.
The Russian Embassy has accused Ukraine of being responsible for a bombing at a Moscow restaurant that killed five people. Reports suggest that Russian Aerospace Forces commander Alexander Chayko was the alleged target of the attack.
Russia and North Korea are reportedly constructing a new bridge in a remote area, a development that has raised concerns among analysts, particularly in Kyiv. The project signals deepening ties between the two nations.
Ukraine was only able to intercept one out of 27 Russian missiles aimed at Kyiv, highlighting the urgent need for more air defense systems. President Zelenskyy has reiterated his plea for the delivery of Patriot missiles to bolster the country's defenses.
India's imports of Russian crude oil reached a new record high in July, marking the highest volume since the start of the war in Ukraine. This trend indicates India's continued reliance on Russian energy supplies.
Ukraine reported successful strikes on a major Russian oil refinery and an airfield, while Moscow confirmed eight deaths in related incidents. These attacks signify continued military action between the two nations.
Food warehouses in a suburb of Dnipro, Ukraine, caught fire following an attack by an enemy unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).
John Aggrey, a Ghanaian entrepreneur and CEO of the Ghana Russia Center for Commerce and Relations, received the international 'Public Diplomacy Leader' award in the Business Diplomacy category at a ceremony in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SOF) have released a video showing a raid on Russian positions, resulting in the capture of prisoners of war and valuable intelligence.
US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker stated that while talks are ongoing for the joint production of interceptors for Patriot air defense systems with Ukraine and European partners, an agreement is unlikely to be finalized before this winter.
Ukraine's intelligence chief Budanov states that the war waged by Russia against Ukraine has been at a strategic deadlock for a long time. However, the Russian leadership still believes it can achieve its goals through military means.
A critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin has left Russia after being prohibited from running for parliament.
Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill stated that Russia's nuclear weapons were created through 'God's grace,' speaking to worshippers in the Nizhny Novgorod region.
Ukraine is expecting a heatwave on Tuesday, August 3, with no precipitation and daytime temperatures forecast to reach between 35°C and 38°C, while nighttime temperatures will range from 18°C to 23°C.
Russia's Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Mr. Andrei Ordash, stated that culture, education, and creative industries will be central to strengthening bilateral relations beyond diplomacy and trade.
Russia's Sevmash shipyard has unveiled its latest Yasen-M class nuclear submarine, named Ulyanovsk, which will undergo rigorous testing before joining the Northern Fleet.
An article suggests that Ukraine's government is not adequately performing the reforms required for European Union membership, implying the EU may need to exert pressure.
Goldman Sachs' co-head of global commodities research, Samantha Dart, discussed increasing risks in diesel markets, citing disruptions to Russian fuel exports and the US-Iran war as key factors tightening supply.
Ukraine's military reported that Russia lost another 1,390 troops and 80 artillery systems in the war against Ukraine over the past day, bringing total combat losses to approximately 1,446,150 personnel since February 2022.
Ukraine's General Staff has updated data on Russian losses, reporting that Russia lost 1,390 soldiers killed and wounded over the past day.
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) reports that Russian forces are continuing offensive operations in some areas but have failed to make confirmed gains on most axes along the front line.
Russia has transported military vehicles to Mali using the Mikhail Britnev, a cargo vessel that is currently under international sanctions.
Speculation arises whether Ukraine was leveraged to open a new front in the US-Iran conflict, as recent developments suggest the war may be entering a new phase despite a suspension of mutual attacks.
Dmytro Karchuk, co-owner of the CEO Club Ukraine business club, has been detained in Poland. The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry is seeking urgent consular access to him.
Romanian F-16 fighter jets were scrambled after a Russian drone reportedly crossed the border over the Danube River, which separates Ukraine and Romania. The incident highlights ongoing tensions and potential border violations during the conflict.
The latest updates on the Ukraine war include Russia launching ballistic missiles on Kyiv, while Ukrainian drones targeted refineries, warehouses, airfields, and ships. This indicates ongoing intense military activity from both sides.
Russia is conducting state trials for its new 120mm Lotos self-propelled artillery system, six years after its planned mass production.
Partly cloudy skies are expected across Ukraine on Monday, with precipitation likely only during the daytime in most western and northern regions, and temperatures reaching up to +38°C.
Business Insider reports on the significant evolution of Ukraine's weapons in just one year, noting that Ukrainian soldiers are increasingly relying on shotguns for last-resort drone defense.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has spoken out against rising anti-Ukrainian sentiment and violence targeting refugees in Poland, warning of the danger posed by Russia.
A Russia-Iran analyst suggests that the conflicts in Ukraine and the Gulf region are becoming increasingly interconnected, highlighting complex geopolitical dynamics.
Russia launched an attack on Ukraine with 133 drones on the night of August 1-2. Air defense forces destroyed or jammed 109 of the drones, but hits were recorded at 19 locations.
Russian forces are reportedly recruiting young people from the temporarily occupied Luhansk region to participate in 'military-patriotic' training camps, where they will be taught military skills and encouraged to enlist in the Russian Armed Forces.