Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made an unannounced visit to Kyiv. Talks with Zelenskyy will focus on support for Ukraine and European security.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi called claims about the low readiness of F-16s and lengthy repairs false. According to him, maintenance is being expedited.
According to intelligence, Russia wants to stage videos depicting well-being in Oleshky. Sybiha called for increased pressure and humanitarian access to be ensured.
Wadephul told Sybiha about his talks with Lavrov and the shared demands to end the war. The parties agreed on further steps and pressure on Russia.
Sybiha criticized Hungary's withdrawal from participation in the “Carpathian Eight” and its doubts about energy cooperation. Budapest responded.
Andrii Sybiha said that Belarus supports Russian aggression with resources and infrastructure. He called for Lukashenko to be brought before a tribunal.
The SBU urged residents of the occupied territories not to participate in Russia’s elections on September 18–20. Those who facilitate them face up to 10 years in prison.
China asked Ukraine not to launch strikes on Vladivostok during the Eastern Economic Forum. Kyiv agreed to refrain from attacks temporarily.
The Russian Federation plans to hold so-called "elections" to the State Duma in the occupied territories of Ukraine on September 18–20, 2026. The Armed Forces of Ukraine called on people not to legitimize them.
The Foreign Ministry reports that 64 Ukrainians are being searched for after the floods in Nepal and Tibet. There is currently no information about any Ukrainians who were killed or injured.
Fifty-three Ukrainians went missing after flash floods in Nepal. There is currently no information about any Ukrainian citizens who were killed or injured.
The President signed a decree awarding Ruslan Stefanchuk the rank of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary. Ihor Ostash received the rank of Envoy Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, Second Class.
Following Russia's massive overnight attack, Andrii Sybiha called on partners to urgently transfer interceptors to Ukraine. He added that every delay is measured in human lives.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha reached an agreement with UN Tourism on 500 scholarships for study at the Online Academy. Of these, 200 scholarships are designated for Ukrainian veterans.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has changed the procedure for checking military registration documents at consulates and embassies abroad. It is now sufficient to provide an e-military registration document that is valid at the time of the visit, rather than one generated within the previous 72 hours.
The fourth day of the Ambassadors’ Conference concluded in Kyiv, where humanitarian policy, support for veterans, and cooperation with the diaspora were discussed. Particular attention was paid to countering Russian disinformation through a new handbook and training sessions.
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that Ukraine is doing everything possible to accelerate the acquisition of licenses for defense production with partners. He emphasized the difficult situation with anti-ballistic missiles, noting that Ukraine is fighting for every missile.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi said that Ambassador Zaluzhnyi’s words had been taken out of context, and that Ukraine’s course toward NATO membership remains unchanged. He emphasized that the security architecture in Europe is impossible without Ukraine.
An eight-meter steel sculpture "Phoenix" by Oleksiy Say was installed in front of the building of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine. The sculpture symbolizes the resilience and transformation of Ukrainians.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha held a phone conversation with Hungarian Deputy Prime Minister Anita Orbán. The parties discussed the security situation in the Black Sea and issues of national minorities.
On July 23, the consulate of Ukraine in Poznań will begin receiving its first visitors. About 170,000 Ukrainians live in the region, who need consular services.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs called for increased pressure on Russia after the attack on Kyiv with dozens of ballistic missiles. He demands the unblocking of the 21st EU sanctions package and the acceleration of air defense supplies to Ukraine.
MP Zheleznyak reported that the package of ministers will be formed by evening, and tomorrow they plan to appoint everyone, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Defense. The Ministry of Resources will be divided into the Ministry of Economy and Ecology, and the Ministry of Agrarian Policy will also be created.
Vasyl Bodnar returned the Knight's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland due to the decision of the President of Poland to strip Volodymyr Zelenskyy of the Order of the White Eagle.
The tribunal confirmed Ukraine's status as a coastal state in the Sea of Azov. Russia's actions during the construction of the bridge were recognized as a violation of international law.
Heorhii Tykhyi criticized UNESCO for failing to name Russia as the party responsible for the attack on the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs demands an international response to the aggressor's actions.
The Ministry of Health denied the development of biological weapons, describing the work of the laboratories as purely civilian. Inspections by the UN and member states of the BWC found no violations.
Ukraine refuted fakes about the development of bioweapons and confirmed compliance with international norms. Cooperation with the US pertains solely to the healthcare sector.
Thanks to the efforts of the Embassy of Ukraine in Budapest, the performance of violinist Vadim Repin was canceled. The Russian was replaced at the concert by a Hungarian performer.
Air Defense destroyed 59,000 targets and repelled 25 airstrikes in a month. Thanks to innovations and private groups, 95% of the interception process has been automated.