Latest in Ukraine: Ukraine's counteroffensive makes some gains

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Here's a look ahead and a roundup of key developments from the past week.

What to watch
Conflict analysts are looking for further signs that Ukraine may have entered a new, bolder phase of its counteroffensive against Russian forces.

Saudi Arabia will host Ukraine peace talks this weekend, the Wall Street Journal reported and Ukrainian officials confirmed, but Russia is apparently not invited.

The United States will take over the rotating presidency of the United Nations Security Council for August, with a focus on food security following Russia's withdrawal from the Black Sea Grain Initiative.

A panel tasked with investigating allegations that South Africa provided weapons to Russia is due to report its findings to the country's president soon.