As the conflict rages on, here are the key updates on the 859th day of the war.

Here is the latest situation as of Wednesday, July 3, 2024:

Fighting

In Nikopol, Ukraine, Russian attacks resulted in the death of two women and injuries to several others. The attacks damaged residential areas, schools, and a clinic.
Russia claimed to have destroyed Ukrainian SU-27 fighter jets and damaged more at the Myrhorod Air Base. Ukraine refuted these claims.
Russia’s Ministry of Defence reported the destruction of 11 Ukrainian drones launched towards Russian territory and Crimea.
Belarus reinforced air defenses on its border with Ukraine in response to increased drone activity.

Politics and diplomacy

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban visited Kyiv and proposed a ceasefire to end the conflict with Russia. Ukraine welcomed international support for peace efforts.
The US reaffirmed its commitment to Ukraine’s NATO membership during discussions in Washington, DC.
Germany and Poland announced plans to enhance defense cooperation and support Ukraine.
Lithuania protested after a Russian aircraft violated its airspace.
Russia remained cautious about former US President Donald Trump’s proposed plan to end the war.

The US pledged over $2.3 billion in new security assistance for Ukraine, including antitank weapons and air defense systems.
The Netherlands promised to deliver F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, but details were not disclosed for security reasons.