Antonina Tumanova
The quadrilateral meeting was dedicated to the development of ports in the Danube region and the transit of Ukrainian products. The parties agreed to increase the capacity of ports and infrastructure.
The Cabinet of Ministers will allocate an additional 70 million hryvnias from the reserve fund for anti-drone protection of streets and roads in Sumy. Prime Minister Serhiy Koretskyi stated that the work must be completed as soon as possible.
The US Secretary of the Air Force signed a memorandum to rename Joint Base Charleston in honor of the late Senator Lindsey Graham. The exact timeline for the renaming has not yet been determined.
Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of the russian federation Dmitry Medvedev stated that reports of a possible mobilization in the fall are a false provocation.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran does not seek escalation after the attack on the vessel, but demands compensation.
Since the beginning of the day, 226 combat engagements have taken place at the front. The Russian invaders carried out 59 airstrikes using 190 KABs and launched 6,125 kamikaze drones.
US President Donald Trump spoke at the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham at the Washington National Cathedral. Trump stated that Graham died at the peak of his career.
The motorcade of US President Donald Trump arrived at Washington National Cathedral for the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham. Trump and other individuals will deliver speeches.
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will visit Kyiv within two weeks for diplomacy and ending the war, activist Laura Loomer reported, citing a source in the White House.
The President of Ukraine met with the team of Lockheed Martin, the manufacturer of F-16 and missiles for Patriot. The sides discussed the development of cooperation, joint production, and technology exchange.
The meeting between the US and Ukrainian presidents was very practical; they discussed the restoration of diplomatic efforts. Ukraine expects a visit from Trump's special envoys to Kyiv as a gesture of support.
Head of the OP Kyrylo Budanov reported a substantive conversation regarding diplomatic steps for peace. The parties agreed to intensify the negotiation process at all levels.
Andriy Sybiha called the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran for direct dialogue. He emphasized the need to avoid escalation and stop supporting Russian aggression.
The White House spokesperson reported that Trump's meetings with Zelenskyy and Netanyahu were positive and productive. The negotiations lasted about 90 minutes and were held behind closed doors.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Finland Alexander Stubb. The leaders discussed diplomacy and preparations for important meetings in August.
The METRO shopping center in Zaporizhzhia temporarily ceases operations from August 1 due to the security situation. HoReCa delivery in the region continues to operate as usual.
The Russians struck a civilian vessel flying the flag of Liberia in the Black Sea waters, which was without a crew and cargo. The ship had previously been damaged twice as a result of Russian attacks.
The black SUV carrying the Prime Minister of Israel arrived at the White House a few minutes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy left his meeting with Trump.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with US President Donald Trump. The sides discussed licenses for the production of interceptors for Patriot and intensifying the diplomatic process.
The Russian army attacked a five-story building in the Novobavarskyi district of Kharkiv with a drone. As a result of the strike, five people were injured, and the roof caught fire.
The talks between the US and Ukrainian presidents in the Oval Office lasted over an hour. The meeting was closed to the press.
The coffin with the body of the late Senator Lindsey Graham was carried up the East Steps of the Capitol. A memorial ceremony is underway inside the building with the participation of colleagues and family.
The meeting of the US and Ukrainian presidents began at 16:47 Kyiv time. It is closed, so journalists will not see the leaders together.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Donald Trump could resolve the deadlock in the war. Leaders will discuss increasing pressure on Putin for negotiations.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the White House. His meeting with US President Donald Trump is to take place there.
U. S. President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran's bridges and power plants in less than an hour. He stated that Iran knows that he will finish what he started if it does not reach a deal.
Since the beginning of the day, the aggressor has attacked the positions of the Defense Forces 81 times, most actively on the Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka and Sloviansk fronts. Artillery shelling of the border areas of Sumy and Chernihiv regions continues.
American activist Laura Loomer recorded an exclusive interview with the newly appointed Minister of Defense of Ukraine, Yevhen Khmara. They discussed the state of the war with Russia and cooperation in drone production.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk condemned attacks on Ukrainians after a video of a beating in Wrocław. He stated that such actions work in favor of Russia.
Due to visits by the President of Ukraine and the Prime Minister of Israel, security around the White House has been strengthened. Vehicle traffic is blocked, only pedestrian movement is allowed.