The President signed a decree on sanctions against five Russian cultural figures. Among them are pavilion commissioner Anastasia Karneeva and Mikhail Shvydkoy.
The occupiers are forcibly sending enterprise workers and laid-off miners to war. Mobilization plans cover up to half of the production staff.
The restrictions targeted 33 individuals and 42 legal entities that support the Russian military-industrial complex. The sanctions apply to manufacturers of drones, Kh-101 missiles, and air defense systems.
Andriy Kovalenko stated Russia's intention to increase civilian casualties. Drone and missile attacks are deliberately carried out during working hours.
Russian authorities plan to maintain internet censorship and criminal penalties for discrediting the army. Restrictions will become a permanent part of the dictatorship.
A multimedia project has been launched in Crimea for the ideological indoctrination of youth and the imposition of Russian identity. Money is being spent on propaganda instead of infrastructure.
The enemy is preparing assaults and strikes on infrastructure at least until the end of summer. Ukraine is ready for challenges, and Russian losses in the rear and at the front will increase.
The invaders are simulating a solution to the water crisis by using mine water. Projects remain unrealized due to lack of funds and professional expertise.
Andriy Kovalenko believes that Russia's goal is to return Europe to its sphere of influence and to break up NATO. According to the head of the CPD, Russia can only be stopped by destroying the economy and military-industrial complex of the aggressor country.
Ukrainian strikes on enemy facilities and logistics caused massive losses. The NSDC reports a critical reduction in oil exports and missile production.
Ukraine has signed strategic agreements with Middle Eastern countries on arms and energy exports. Partners will receive electronic warfare systems and infrastructure protection.
Russia's junior national team will take part in the Cornacchia World Cup tournament with national symbols. The CPD calls this a dangerous precedent for undermining sanctions.
Umerov's spokeswoman and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs called Iran's statements about the destruction of a warehouse with Ukrainian specialists a fake. Officials denied the information about the attack in the UAE.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, stated that the West is unprepared for drone warfare. Cheap technologies from Russia and Iran nullify the advantage of expensive weapons and play into a war of attrition.
A network for recruiting residents to destabilize countries for money has been exposed in Eastern Europe. "Wagner" instructors teach them how to operate drones and protests.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov warned about fake requests from unknown numbers. Attackers are impersonating him to collect confidential information.
The Kremlin organizes flows of illegal immigrants through Belarus to destabilize the EU and introduce agents. The goal is to distract the West from helping Ukraine.
The President heard a report on meetings in the US regarding security guarantees and peace. He added: the geopolitical situation has become more complicated due to the war against Iran, and this adds confidence to Russia.
The delegations discussed resolving issues to bring a peace agreement closer. According to Witkoff, the discussion focused on "narrowing and resolving remaining issues to move closer to a comprehensive peace agreement."
The Ukrainian delegation met with US representatives to discuss the negotiation track. The parties agreed on approaches to achieve practical results.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation, refuted the occupiers' fakes about the capture of Pokrovka village. The settlement remains under the full control of the Ukrainian Defense Forces.
The plan includes the protection of critical infrastructure and 200 MW of generation. Svyrydenko instructed to finalize the document regarding heat supply by April 2026.
Ukrainian specialists are sharing their experience in combating Shahed drones in Qatar, UAE, and Saudi Arabia. The number of involved experts has increased to 228 people.
Rustem Umerov reported on the work of Ukrainian teams in Gulf countries to protect the sky. Specialists are implementing technologies to counter air threats.
The US and Israel are destroying Iran's military-industrial complex and ballistic capabilities to weaken the regime. This will make it impossible to finance terrorists and supply weapons to Russia.
Ankara stated its readiness to ensure the highest level of security for holding meetings. Earlier, the parties had already discussed diplomatic prospects.
The President instructed Umerov to maintain constant contact with the US and announced a visit to Spain. Pressure on Russia was named a key factor for achieving peace.
Shmyhal announced financial needs at the Energy Ramstein meeting in Brussels. Funds are needed to prepare the energy system for next winter.
In the center of Kyiv, according to a specialized media outlet, fragments of an enemy AI drone fell. Against this background, the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council warns of Europe's unpreparedness.
Occupiers detain men on the streets and, through threats, force them to sign contracts with the Russian army. In Berdiansk, at least 17 people were recruited this way in a week.