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New combat allowances for military personnel: the Ministry of Defence has explained who is eligible for the additional payments
The Ukrainian Defence Forces have introduced an updated mechanism for calculating additional financial allowances for military personnel. The new rules set out which allowances are payable for different types of combat missions, who is eligible to receive them, and how participation in such missions will be verified
Fatal road accident on the Odessa–Reni road: a 13-year-old pedestrian has died
On the evening of 11 July, a fatal road traffic accident occurred in the Izmail district of the Odesa region. On the Odesa–Reni road, a minibus struck a 13-year-old boy, who died at the scene as a result of his injuries
US Senator Lindsey Graham has died: what is known about the death of this supporter of Ukraine
Lindsey Graham, a Republican US Senator from South Carolina, died on 11 July following a brief and sudden illness
Shooting in Bila Tserkva: an 18-year-old man has been hospitalised; the police are searching for the attacker
On the evening of 11 July, a shooting incident took place in the centre of Bila Tserkva, resulting in an 18-year-old man being injured. Law enforcement officers are investigating the circumstances of the incident and searching for the person who opened fire
Mobilisation in Ukraine: what could reduce the need for conscription
In the long term, Ukraine may be able to reduce its need for mobilisation through the development of modern military technologies and the recruitment of foreign volunteers. At the same time, these measures are not capable of quickly resolving the problem of manpower shortages
Oleg Zhdanov: Russia may change its air strike tactics
The Russian army may adjust its tactics for air strikes on Ukraine in the near future. According to military expert Oleg Zhdanov, the occupying forces will increasingly use drones to distract Ukrainian air defences, whilst launching ballistic missiles in salvos at specific targets
Messi leads Argentina to the 2026 World Cup semi-finals: result of the match against Switzerland
On the night of 12 July, the Argentina national team, led by Lionel Messi, became the last semi-finalist of the 2026 World Cup. In their quarter-final match, Argentina beat Switzerland 3–1 in extra time
McGregor’s comeback ended in defeat
On the night of 12 July, Irish fighter Conor McGregor fought his first UFC bout in almost four years. At UFC 329, he lost to American Max Holloway by technical knockout in the very first round
Zelenskyy: Those responsible for the tragedy in Vyshneve will be held to account
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced the initial findings of the investigation into the explosions at the depots in Vyshneve, which occurred following a Russian missile strike. According to him, the Security Service of Ukraine has already identified the officials responsible for allowing the weapons depots to be situated near residential areas
The new 2,000-hryvnia banknote: when will it enter circulation and will it affect prices?
The National Bank of Ukraine has announced the expansion of its banknote series and the introduction of a new 2,000-hryvnia note into circulation. It will enter circulation on 4 September 2026
Weather forecast for Ukraine on 12 July 2026
On Sunday, 12 July, cloudy weather with rain is expected across Ukraine. Rain is forecast for most regions, whilst in the south of the country it will be sunny in places with no significant rainfall
Russia has struck a port in the Odesa region: two people have been killed
On 11 July, Russian forces launched yet another strike on port infrastructure in the Odesa region. Two people were killed and two others were injured as a result of the attack. A civilian cargo ship flying a foreign flag was also damaged