Oleksandra Vasylenko
President Zelenskyy stated that due to Ukraine's actions, the number of Russians who wish for the end of the war is growing. At the same time, he emphasized that respect for Ukrainians in the Russian Federation has not increased.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced funding of 300 million euros jointly with Sweden for the supply of 16 Gripen E aircraft. The funds will go towards the aircraft, pilot training and infrastructure, with the first aircraft expected in 2029.
President Zelenskyy stated that the new Minister of Defense must resolve the issues of mobilization and the work of the TCC. He emphasized the need to stop cases of forced detention of people, which are called "busification".
At the Ukraine-Southeast Europe summit, the president called for strengthening coordination and sanctions. The leaders of the region confirmed support for Ukraine and its European integration.
The President of Ukraine met with the leaders of Moldova, Romania, Serbia, Albania, Croatia and Slovenia. The sides discussed cooperation and increasing pressure on Russia.
MP Olga Vasylevska-Smaglyuk reported that there is no candidate for the position of Ukraine's ambassador to the US yet.
At a faction meeting with President Zelenskyy, the candidates for future ministers were presented. Among them are Vsevolod Chentsov, Vitaliy Kim and Denis Maslov.
The President of Ukraine stated that after the parliamentary elections in russia, the kremlin may intensify mobilization due to a lack of funds for contract recruitment. He emphasized the need to prepare for new challenges.
President Zelenskyy announced plans to start producing Patriot missiles by the end of 2026. Production of Aster-30 missiles for SAMP/T is also planned.
Head of the Ukrainian Institute of National Memory Oleksandr Alfiorov stated that the pantheon will contain several dozen burials, not 300-500. The complex will be located on the territory of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra.
The updated eOselya program expands the list of recipients of loans at 3% to veterans and families of fallen defenders. The norms of housing area are also changing and income verification is being simplified.
US President Donald Trump said in an interview with Fox News that the Russian leader is ready to make a deal. He also suggested that the war could end by the end of his second presidential term.
A man died on the Odesa-Kyiv train not long ago. This sparked discussions about stuffiness during the heat. Ukrzaliznytsia states that the air conditioner was working and the crew acted professionally. It also explained the overall situation with the carriages.
The holiday was established by Zelenskyy's decree in 2021, celebrated on the Day of the Baptism of Kyivan Rus-Ukraine. The date was moved to July 15 after the OCU and UGCC switched to the new calendar.
The parliament supported the resignation of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko along with the Cabinet of Ministers with 258 votes. The successor will temporarily be Denys Shmyhal.
The week of July 13–19 will bring a New Moon in Cancer and a retrograde Mercury, prompting the completion of old tasks. The astrologer advises avoiding hasty decisions and paying attention to family.
Typhoon Bavi in northeastern China caused flooding of roads and bridges. In the city of Shenyang, classes in schools, construction work, and outdoor events were suspended.
Chinese spacecraft "Tianwen-2" approached asteroid Kamoʻoalewa, one of Earth's seven quasi-satellites, to within 20 km. The probe transmitted the first clear image and plans to collect surface samples.
In the province of Almería, 13 people died as a result of the fire, including a 93-year-old British woman. Another ten people are considered missing, and the fire has burned about 7,000 hectares.
France and the United Kingdom have agreed to increase the number of border guards due to the new EES system. The UK will allocate over £20 million to reduce queues.
On Monday, a summit of the "coalition of the willing" will take place in Paris under the chairmanship of France and Britain. They will discuss air defense, security guarantees for Ukraine, and joint military exercises.
During the fifth running of the San Fermín festival on July 11, 14 people were injured. A 30-year-old man suffered a severe horn wound to the face and fractures.
Germany financed the purchase of 50,000 strike FPV drones Shrike for Ukraine worth about 90 million euros. Some of the drones have already been delivered, the rest are planned to be supplied by the end of 2026.
President Zelenskyy discussed with Defense Minister Fedorov the results of defense tasks and strengthening air defense. Protection against Russian drones was named a key challenge.
Russia has temporarily suspended traffic through seven railway checkpoints on the border with Finland since July 1. The restrictions do not apply to the Vainikkala station, through which freight transportation continues.
Multi-kilometer queues have formed at the border between Ukraine and Poland; trucks wait up to three days. Bus passengers stand for 11-13 hours under the scorching sun.
In Russian regions, security forces are using administrative cases and arrests to eliminate inconvenient candidates. In particular, in Ufa and the Tomsk region, cases have been opened for discrediting the army and displaying extremist symbols.
American Republican Senator Lindsey Graham died of sudden cardiac arrest. He was a consistent supporter of Ukraine and advocated for strengthening sanctions against Russia.
American Senator Lindsey Graham died of sudden cardiac arrest at his home. Shortly before his death, he returned from Kyiv, where he met with President Zelenskyy.
On the night of July 12, Russia attacked Ukraine with 13 missiles and 115 drones. Air defense forces shot down 7 missiles and 95 drones; the attack is still ongoing.