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Russian strikes on major logistics centers in Kyiv, including a warehouse of retailer Epicenter, have caused significant damage to Ukrainian military capabilities, according to a Russian expert quoted by TASS. The company acknowledged its facility was destroyed after the Russian Defense Ministry said it had hit hubs handling military supplies.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky said Western supplies of interceptor missiles have dropped threefold compared with 2025, blaming delayed deliveries for damage in Kyiv after a Russian overnight strike. TASS reports, citing Zelensky's Telegram posts, that air defenses failed to intercept Russian Tsirkon and Iskander missiles, while The New York Times, as relayed by TASS, notes Western hesitancy due to global conflicts and production gaps.
Ukraine's National Anti-Corruption Bureau and Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office have charged former ambassador to the US Olga Stefanishina with illegal enrichment, according to a Ukrainian journalist. The charges follow Stefanishina's dismissal by President Zelensky, who cited personal reasons for her departure.
A Russian military expert told TASS that changes in Ukrainian army command have led to a loss of control over military forces, contributing to territorial losses. TASS reports that Kiev has lost control of thousands of square kilometers, with key cities changing hands.
A Russian helicopter pilot with the Africa Corps told TASS that fighters defended an encircled strongpoint in Anefis, Mali, for about six days until reinforcements arrived. The report also cited Mali's defense ministry saying militants attacked several communities in July, with fighting continuing in Anefis. The attacks were attributed to the Azawad Liberation Front and Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin.
Russia's services PMI rose to 49 in July 2026, still indicating contraction, while manufacturing PMI increased to 50.7, signaling growth. The divergent trends reflect weak client demand in services versus domestic demand driving manufacturing.
Russian forces carried out overnight strikes on logistics and distribution centers in Kyiv and the Kyiv region, as well as three dry cargo ships near Odessa, according to Russia's Defense Ministry. The ministry said the targets were used to store and distribute drone components and other military cargo. TASS calculations put the area of destroyed logistics facilities at about 300,000 square meters.
Pakistan's ambassador to Russia, Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, says any new escalation between the US and Iran would have global consequences, citing oil and fertilizer markets. He emphasized Pakistan's role as a mediator and its belief in diplomacy.
US President Donald Trump has declined Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s request for hundreds of Patriot interceptor missiles, citing shortages linked to the military operation against Iran and the need to protect US assets and allies in the Middle East. The request, made during a meeting last week, was tied to concerns about Ukraine’s energy collapse in winter.
Yemen's Houthi rebels said they hit a Saudi oil tanker with ballistic missiles in the Red Sea, the latest in a series of attacks on Saudi shipping. The group also reported that eight tankers have been forced to reroute and dozens more have altered course since a naval blockade was imposed. Saudi Arabia and several allies have formed a naval coalition to protect shipping routes.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin said at the Russia-Kazakhstan Media Forum that Ukraine's strikes on economic infrastructure rely on Western navigation and weapons. He accused Kyiv of seeking to escalate the conflict and sow discord between Russia and its allies, while vowing continued Russian-Kazakh cooperation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree increasing the authorized strength of the Russian Armed Forces by 27,000 personnel to create separate military construction units. The units will build strategic facilities, develop military towns in remote garrisons, and construct infrastructure with restricted civilian access.
Russian air defenses intercepted and destroyed hundreds of Ukrainian drones in a series of overnight attacks, with fires and damage reported at multiple Wildberries logistics facilities. The incidents span several regions, with injuries and a criminal investigation reported.
Gold futures on the Comex exchange have climbed above $4,350 per troy ounce, reaching their highest levels since mid-2026. Trading data shows the metal's price rising by up to 4.2% in early August, with multiple contract months posting gains.
The mother of two Russian siblings killed in Pattaya, Thailand, opposes the death penalty for the convicted murderers, preferring life imprisonment. Thai authorities have expressed condolences and pledged full cooperation with Russian officials as suspects have confessed to the killings during a robbery attempt.
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva met with Russian Maritime Board Chairman Nikolay Patrushev in Brasilia to discuss bilateral cooperation and international security. Patrushev highlighted expanding maritime logistics, shipbuilding partnerships, and trade exceeding $10 billion in 2025.
Russian Ambassador to Cuba Viktor Koronelli stated that no evacuation of Russian foreign institution employees or their families is planned despite the severe energy situation. The ambassador noted that Russian institutions operate normally, though they face the same power outages affecting all of Cuba.
Russian officials have condemned the appointment of Mikhail Drapaty as Ukraine's new commander-in-chief, linking it to an increase in attacks on civilian targets. TASS reports statements from a regional legislator and a Foreign Ministry envoy citing recent strikes and civilian casualties in Russian-controlled areas.
Multiple reports, cited by TASS, indicate that US stocks of key munitions such as THAAD interceptors and Patriot missiles have fallen to critically low levels following the conflict with Iran. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has denied the depletion, while military officials have reportedly warned President Trump about the limitations on further strikes.
UNICEF has called on all parties in the Ukraine conflict to uphold international humanitarian law after recent attacks in Russia's Belgorod Region and near Gelendzhik killed and injured children. The UN also voiced opposition to any attacks causing civilian casualties, especially among children. Russian authorities report rising child death tolls from these incidents.