Tag: #Ukraine

Missile and drone strike on Odesa: destruction, casualties, and rescue operations

Incidents 07/21/2026, 12:46

Odesa was subjected to a powerful combined strike: missiles and drones hit the city center. Two civilians were injured — a 17-year-old boy and a 23-year-old girl. Rescuers are working at the site of the destruction. 🚨🇺🇦

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First batch of body armor for female Armed Forces of Ukraine soldiers enters service

Politics 07/21/2026, 12:41

The AFU has received body armor created specifically for female soldiers for the first time. 🇺🇦 The first batch of 2,000 units has already been purchased for 47 million hryvnias. The new vests take anatomy into account and improve protection. 🛡️

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Explosion on the Gas Lisbon tanker off the coast of Romania: attack by a sea drone and rescue of the crew

Incidents 07/21/2026, 12:31

The Liberia-flagged tanker Gas Lisbon exploded off the coast of Romania, likely due to a sea drone attack. The vessel was traveling from Egypt to Ukraine. The crew has been rescued, but a fire continues on board 🔥🚢

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Watermelons are getting cheaper, while tomatoes are getting more expensive: how food prices in Ukraine have changed over the week

Economy 07/21/2026, 12:20

Food prices in Ukraine are diverging: watermelons and cauliflower are getting cheaper due to increased supply, while tomatoes have noticeably become more expensive 🍅📉. EastFruit analysts have summarized the week and named the leaders in demand. 📊🇺🇦

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Rent in Kyiv and the region has equalized: why country houses now cost the same as city apartments

Economy 07/21/2026, 12:00

House rentals in Kyiv and the region have equalized in price — $2,000 per month. The winter factor and demand for autonomy caused prices in the suburbs to rise sharply, while in the capital they stabilized. 🏠💰

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Made in the Brigade: How Ukrainian Soldiers Created the Affordable and All-Terrain 'Pegasus' Robot for Frontline Logistics

Technology 07/21/2026, 11:52

Ukrainian soldiers from the 115th TDB Brigade created their own 'Pegasus' robot, which is cheaper than factory analogues and goes where vehicles get stuck. 🚜🇺🇦 The robot transports up to 370 kg of cargo and runs on swappable batteries, which is critical for frontline logistics. #Robots #Military #Technology

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Cotton instead of steel: How raw material shortages paralyze NATO ammunition production

Politics 07/21/2026, 11:56

NATO ammunition production is under threat due to a cotton shortage 🌱💣. It turns out that smokeless powder requires cottonseed fibers, which are in short supply. Germany and Poland are urgently building plants to solve the problem 🏭🇪🇺

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Kyiv cancels sharp rise in water tariffs: instead of 90 hryvnias — 63.79

Economy 07/21/2026, 11:36

Kyiv has cancelled the sharp increase in water tariffs to 90 hryvnias, settling on a rate of 63.79 UAH per cubic meter. This decision stands out as an exception against the backdrop of mass doubling and tripling of water prices in other Ukrainian cities since July 1. 🚰📉

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International driving licenses without exams: how Ukrainians can get the document in 5 days

Politics 07/21/2026, 11:32

Ukrainians can now get an international driving license without exams — in just 5 days at any MIA service center 🚗📄 The document is valid for 3 years, but only together with a national license. #drivinglicense #ukraine #mia

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Three Days Under Fire: How Russian Strikes on Naftogaz in the Kharkiv Region Threaten Ukraine's Winter Gas Supply

Politics 07/21/2026, 11:23

For three consecutive days, Russia has been attacking Naftogaz facilities in the Kharkiv region: fires, destruction, and production shutdowns. ⚡️ Personnel are safe, but risks to Ukraine's winter gas supply are growing. ❄️🇺🇦

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Wes Streeting at the Helm of the UK Ministry of Defence: First Signal to Ukraine from the New Government

Politics 07/21/2026, 10:59

Wes Streeting has taken the helm of the UK Ministry of Defence in Andy Burnham's government. The new minister immediately declared firm support for Ukraine and the priority of the country's security. 🇬🇧🇺🇦

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IMF approves new tranche for Ukraine: $690 million for the budget amid war

Economy 07/21/2026, 10:41

The IMF has approved the first review of the financing program for Ukraine. 🇺🇦💰 The country's budget will be replenished by $690 million, bringing the total amount under the program to $2.2 billion. The Fund notes the preservation of economic stability despite the war and attacks on infrastructure. 📉🏭

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Free hunting in the rear: how Ukrainian medium-range drones are breaking Russia's logistics

Politics 07/21/2026, 10:44

Ukrainian medium-range drones equipped with Starlink terminals have begun "free hunting" in the Russian rear, disrupting logistics up to 100 km deep. 🚁🇺🇦 New technologies, including Barracuda boats and Firefly munitions, are making Russian communications vulnerable and depleting the enemy's air defense system.

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From Hardware to Ecosystems: Why Ukraine Needs to Sell Complex Solutions, Not Just Drones

Technology 07/21/2026, 10:32

Ukrainian drone manufacturers need to change their strategy: they must sell not just "hardware," but complex solutions with software and training. Only in this way can military experience be turned into a powerful export brand and technologies protected from copying. 🚁🇺🇦🛡️

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Currency rates on July 21: Dollar and Euro in exchange offices and banks of Ukraine — current figures

Economy 07/21/2026, 10:14

📊 Currency rates on July 21: Dollar and Euro in exchange offices and banks of Ukraine. Minor fluctuations, but stability is maintained. Find out how much 100 dollars costs in PrivatBank, Oschadbank, and other leading banks! 💵🇺🇦

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Attack on rescuers: 'Epicenter' and residential building burn under enemy fire in Sumy

Incidents 07/21/2026, 09:55

In Sumy, Russian occupiers attacked rescuers during the firefighting operation at the 'Epicenter' shopping center and a residential building. 6 people, including children, were injured, and SES equipment was destroyed. The enemy launched repeated strikes directly at the site where emergency services were working. 🚒🔥🇺🇦

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«Snake Mini Strike»: The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine officially puts a new robotic grenade launcher into operation

Technology 07/21/2026, 09:31

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has officially put into operation a new robot «Snake Mini Strike» with an MK19 grenade launcher. 🤖🔫 The compact platform, created on the basis of 4 years of war experience, is easily transported in a pickup truck and allows firing from cover. 🚛🇺🇦

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Battle for the Buffer Zone: Russia Fails to Break Through Defenses in Sumy Region

Politics 07/21/2026, 09:23

Russia failed to break through defenses in northern Sumy despite attempts to create buffer zones. ISW recorded the participation of Russian VKS regiments in battles for Taratutyne and Maryine, as well as new strikes on Sumy and Crimea. 🇺🇦🔥

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