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Ukrainian drones hit a Wildberries warehouse in Saint Petersburg, sparking a large fire that sent smoke over the city. Three people were injured, and two of the retailer's warehouses suspended operations. President Zelensky alleges the facilities supplied sanctioned drone components, a claim Russia denies.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov responded to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's remarks that the Ukraine settlement proposals from the Alaska summit had failed, asking who exactly failed and reaffirming Russia's commitment to political and diplomatic resolution.
According to Russian Defense Ministry statements summarized by TASS, Russian forces have struck 28 vessels at Ukrainian ports and at sea since July 11, targeting military cargoes and fuel supplies. The strikes have hit port infrastructure in Odessa, Nikolayev, Izmail, Chernomorsk, and Yuzhny, including storage facilities and unmanned vessel depots.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun held a series of bilateral talks in Manila, meeting with counterparts from the EU, Britain, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, alongside ASEAN member states. Discussions focused on deepening cooperation in security, defense, economic security, energy, and critical minerals. The meetings also covered follow-up measures on agreements with the EU and coordination on global issues such as the Middle East and Ukraine.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met in Manila, where Moscow reiterated its opposition to continued arms supplies to Ukraine while reaffirming readiness for a political settlement. The talks came as Kyiv sought to revive stalled diplomacy and Washington's focus shifted to the Middle East.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met on the sidelines of an ASEAN gathering in Manila, where Rubio said new ideas are needed to break the deadlock in Ukraine peace talks. The Kremlin has demanded that the US stop supplying weapons to Ukraine and align with the 'Alaska Understandings,' while Moscow remains skeptical about a near-term peace deal.
The European Union has agreed on its 21st sanctions package against Russia, targeting energy, financial services, crypto, and trade. The oil price cap is frozen at $44 for 12 months, Greece gets an LNG exemption, and new measures include bank bans and a mechanism to confiscate seized Russian oil.
An article in Russia's Military Thought journal, authored by Sergey Grinyayev, claims the US is updating its psychological warfare strategies with AI after failing to undermine Russian resolve. The Pentagon's return to the term 'psychological operations' signals a strategic shift, according to the analysis.
Ukrainian officials and experts warn of a difficult winter ahead due to insufficient gas and coal reserves, a strained power grid, and a funding shortfall. President Zelensky expressed dissatisfaction with preparation plans, while the National Security and Defense Council is set to meet to address the situation.
US intelligence is investigating whether Russia helped Iran target CIA facilities in the Gulf, following drone attacks in March. Reports suggest Russian-supplied technology and targeting support may have enhanced Iran's strike capabilities. The investigation is ongoing, with no firm conclusions reached.
North Korea has skipped the ASEAN Regional Forum for the second consecutive year, reflecting its growing preference for bilateral diplomacy with Russia and China. South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun used the meetings to call for dialogue with Pyongyang, while participants voiced concerns over North Korea's nuclear and missile programs.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that no ships have been able to enter Ukrainian ports since July 22, bringing shipping traffic in the Greater Odessa region to a halt. The statement comes amid ongoing Russian strikes on port infrastructure, with Ukrainian officials noting carriers suspended operations starting the same day.
The Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) remains under control despite ongoing military threats in its host city Energodar, according to the plant's spokesperson. Water supply issues in the city have been reported, but the plant has sufficient well water for cooling. Ukrainian attacks on civilian infrastructure have caused casualties, and the plant relies on a single power line.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul concluded an Africa tour with stops in Nigeria and South Africa focused on trade, investment and energy cooperation. Discussions covered economic partnerships, the Just Energy Transition and South Africa’s exclusion from a G20 summit. Bilateral trade figures and company presence underscore Germany’s commercial interests on the continent.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov reiterated Moscow's openness to negotiations while stressing the continued special military operation. He also pointed to EU pressure on Kyiv. Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met in Manila, signaling ongoing diplomatic contacts.
Nigeria fell to 90th place in the July 2026 Henley Passport Index, with its visa-free score unchanged at 44 destinations. Meanwhile, Israel achieved its highest ranking ever at 18th, according to the index's 20th anniversary edition.
Russia's top investigator, Alexander Bastrykin, says Ukrainian attacks have targeted 54 Russian regions since 2022, killing nearly 1,500 civilians, including 45 children, and injuring more than 6,700. He also reported that Russian courts have convicted 1,209 Ukrainian military personnel, with 83 sentenced to life imprisonment.
easyJet has reported a 70% drop in pre-tax profits due to soaring fuel costs and later bookings linked to the conflict in Iran. Ryanair also saw a 34% decline in profits, with both airlines facing headwinds from higher oil prices and consumer hesitancy.
Russian forces conducted group strikes on Ukrainian ports and infrastructure, including facilities in Odessa, according to the Russian Defense Ministry. Danish shipping company Maersk suspended operations at the port of Chernomorsk, diverting vessels to Constanta, Romania, amid heightened risks.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new commander-in-chief, replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi. The move follows mass protests over the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and signals a push for military reform.