Vladimir Putin stated that geopolitical interests, not ideology, are the basis of contradictions between Russia and the West. He noted that the West ignored Moscow's proposals - including those concerning strategic weapons.
EU ambassadors have practically agreed on the 18th package of sanctions against Russia, including a 15% reduction in the price cap for Russian oil. A final agreement is expected before the meeting of foreign ministers in Brussels.
Donald Trump announced his intention to send Patriot missiles to Ukraine, the cost of which will be reimbursed by the European Union. The US President is increasingly disillusioned with Putin, as the Russian dictator resists Trump's attempts to negotiate a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the possible introduction of 30% tariffs by the US would "hit German exports in the heart. " Germany is considering counter-tariffs and coordinating actions with EU leaders to prevent this.
On the night of July 14, Russian troops attacked Chuhuiv in the Kharkiv region with attack drones, damaging an industrial enterprise. There are no casualties, services are working on site.
In Lexington, Kentucky, two women died as a result of a shooting at a Baptist church. The attacker, who had previously wounded a police officer and stolen a car, was shot dead by three officers.
Russian aviation struck a grain field near the village of Shevchenkove, Kupyansk district, Kharkiv region. As a result of a guided aerial bomb hit, 60 hectares of wheat caught fire; there were no casualties or injuries.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that the country will not supply long-range Taurus missiles to Ukraine to avoid depleting its own stocks. Berlin has already transferred three out of twelve Patriot systems to Kyiv and will ask the US for permission to purchase two more for Ukraine.
English club "Chelsea" became the winner of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, defeating French "Paris Saint-Germain" with a score of 3:0. Cole Palmer scored a brace and an assist, and João Pedro scored the third goal.
President Zelenskyy, after a meeting with military leadership, stated that the Russian army fell short of its command's expectations, and Ukraine is preparing new long-range strikes. Preparation for the visit of US special envoy Kellogg and increasing weapons production in Ukraine were also discussed.
In Sumy region, a Russian drone attacked medics who were evacuating a wounded civilian. On July 13, nine people were injured and one died as a result of Russian attacks.
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner won Wimbledon, defeating Carlos Alcaraz with a score of 4:6, 6:4, 6:4, 6:4. This is the Italian's fifth Grand Slam title and first at Wimbledon.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced an additional 6. 5 billion euros in military spending over the next two years. This is due to new threats, including Russia, terrorism, and cyberattacks, with the goal of reaching 64 billion euros annually for defense by 2027.
On July 13, 152 combat engagements took place at the front. The enemy launched 46 air strikes, used 1054 kamikaze drones, and carried out 4239 shellings.
President Zelenskyy met with military personnel and the Minister of Defense, discussing further support and Russian potential. He announced meetings between Trump's special envoy and the heads of Ukrainian special services for information exchange.
In the Kharkiv region, four police officers were wounded as a result of an FPV drone attack on July 13. The enemy drone hit a police service vehicle in the Kupyansk community.
On July 14, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine will present updated payments after the birth of a baby and additional support for mothers in the first years of a child's life. The government also plans to allocate funds to support Ukrainian schoolchildren.
The United States of America will provide Ukraine with a record supply of weapons in the coming days. The US Congress is also preparing to adopt the toughest package of sanctions in the country's history, aimed at those who support Russia.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a significant reduction in state apparatus expenditures and deregulation. This will allow more resources to be directed to the country's defense and scale up weapons production.
New Caledonia, an island region in the Pacific Ocean, has reached an agreement with France on expanding autonomy, gaining the status of a "state integrated into France. " This decision was the result of ten days of negotiations between the French government, Caledonian separatists, and loyalists.
The US State Department has warned diplomats about a scammer impersonating Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other officials using AI. The impostor attempted to contact foreign ministers of other countries, a US senator, and a state governor.
Around 30,000 subscribers in Kharkiv Oblast remain without electricity after the bad weather. Head of the OMA Oleh Syniehubov warned of the threat of a repeated storm on July 13 with thunderstorms, hail, and squalls.
A report by the US Government Accountability Office revealed a series of Secret Service errors during the assassination attempt on Donald Trump on July 13, 2024. Problems with communication and a lack of instructions were identified, despite knowledge of a possible threat.
In Dnipropetrovsk region, a 37-year-old man was wounded as a result of an enemy attack. Russians shelled Synelnykove and Nikopol districts, causing destruction and fires.
On July 12, Russian troops lost 1240 soldiers and 32 cruise missiles. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 13.07.25 are estimated at 1,033,930 personnel.
On Sunday, July 13, most of Ukraine will experience variable cloudiness. Short-term rains, thunderstorms, hail, and squalls are expected in the east, while Kyiv and the region will be sunny.
As of 06:00 on 13. 07.2025, there are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas. In the Mediterranean Sea, there are 3 enemy ships, one of which is a carrier of Kalibr cruise missiles with a total salvo of up to 4 missiles.
The "ATESH" movement carried out a successful sabotage operation in Mariupol, destroying a vehicle belonging to servicemen of the "Akhmat" unit. The operation took place at night, and the agent successfully escaped.
An Israeli Air Force F-15 fighter jet encountered a fuel tank malfunction during an attack on Tehran, leading to a fuel shortage. Emergency aerial refueling allowed the mission to be completed, avoiding a forced landing.
Russian occupiers plan to build a "victory square" in the Left Bank district of Mariupol by May 9, 2026. The project involves restoring the stele with the names of "hero cities" and is part of efforts to transform the city into a Soviet one.
