Andriy Yermak
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak stated that the production of "Sapsan" ballistic missiles in Ukraine is going "very well", promising new "surprises" after the successful special operation "Spiderweb". The new missile, first used last month, carries a significant amount of explosives and travels at more than five times the speed of sound, with the potential to strike Moscow.
Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak expressed the opinion that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy should run for a second term. He stated that elections will be held as soon as there is an opportunity and martial law is lifted.
Ukraine is ready to purchase a "package" of American weapons, including air defense, according to Andriy Yermak. This acquisition could be financed by European allies or through frozen Russian assets.
CRH International executives visited the Pivden-Tsement plant in Mykolaiv region, familiarizing themselves with investment plans for preparing the launch of a second kiln. They noted the implementation of international labor protection standards and confirmed their intention to invest in production in Ukraine.
The SBU prevented an assassination attempt on sniper Denys Yermak, brother of the head of the President's Office. The assassination was planned to be carried out by detonating an explosive device weighing 2.5 kg, made by an executor from Kharkiv.
Vladyslav Yesypenko, a journalist for "Crimea. Realities", was released on June 20 from Russian imprisonment in Crimea, where he spent over four years. Andriy Yermak, head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, announced his release, emphasizing Russia's "fabricated charges."
Russia has been included in the UN "List of Shame" for the third time in a row for killing and maiming Ukrainian children. This is a permanent member of the UN Security Council, which systematically attacks children, schools, and hospitals, and also abducts children.
7-year-old Anastasia Buryk from Odesa died as a result of an Iranian missile strike on a residential building in Bat Yam, Israel. The girl was undergoing treatment for oncology there. Four more people died, one is missing.
The Pechersky District Court of Kyiv kept MP Yevheniy Shevchenko, suspected of treason, in custody. The pre-trial restriction has been extended until August 14.
Australia has for the first time imposed targeted sanctions against 60 vessels of the Russian shadow fleet, which were used to circumvent international restrictions. The restrictions will affect the vessels' access to ports, their insurance, and maintenance.
In the list of Ukraine's most eligible bachelors are politicians, military personnel, entrepreneurs, athletes, and other famous personalities. All of them have achieved success and have influence in society.
A 15-year-old teenager and his mother were evacuated from the temporarily occupied territory. Despite the pressure from the occupiers, the boy studied remotely in a Ukrainian school.
Advisor to the Head of the Presidential Office, Daria Zarivna, stated that the militarization of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia is a long-term threat to the整个世界. As part of Bring Kids Back UA, 1,359 children have been returned.
Severely wounded and sick Ukrainian defenders, including the defenders of Mariupol, have been released from Russian captivity. They will receive medical assistance, rehabilitation, and payments.
During the Ukraine - Southeast Europe summit, additional defense packages from some countries were confirmed. Support for Ukraine's energy resilience was also discussed.
According to Andriy Yermak, old weapons are losing their relevance, and security concepts of the 1980s do not work. The development of military AI is ongoing, and some solutions have already been implemented in Ukraine.
One of the released Ukrainian defenders celebrated his birthday on the day of his return home. This was the best gift for him, said Andriy Yermak.
Andriy Yermak discussed with Cardinal Parolin the return of Ukrainian children illegally deported by Russia. The parties agreed on close cooperation in this humanitarian issue.
Russians attacked Pryluky and Nizhyn district of Chernihiv region. Two civilians were injured, houses, outbuildings and cars were damaged. 15 settlements were shelled during the day.
The head of the OP, Andriy Yermak, stated that the Russian Federation attacks peaceful people every day, lying about the desire for peace. He called for increased sanctions and the provision of weapons to Ukraine after the attacks on Kyiv and Odesa.
Andriy Yermak had a conversation with advisors to the leaders of the Nordic countries regarding support for Ukraine and strengthening sanctions against Russia. They discussed preparations for the G7, NATO and EU summits.
Andriy Yermak met with Kęstutis Budrys, discussed EU sanctions against the banking and energy sectors of the Russian Federation. Important synchronization of actions with the USA and other countries.
Kęstutis Budrys arrived in Kyiv, despite the intensification of Russian shelling of civilian infrastructure. He will discuss support for Ukraine and pressure on Russia.
The G7 summit in Canada will discuss peace in Ukraine, energy security and protection against foreign interference. Canada stresses the importance of working with partners to overcome challenges.
Two Ukrainian teenagers, 16 and 17 years old, who have been studying online in a Ukrainian school since 2022, have been returned from the occupied territory. The family was looking for opportunities to leave and asked for help after the house was shelled.
The United States maintains a high level of support for Ukraine and is delighted with the SBU's "Web" operation. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the loss of 41 military aircraft by the occupiers.
The visit of the Ukrainian delegation to the United States was preparation for a meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump in Canada at the G7 summit. Yermak emphasized the importance of the US Congress's support for organizing this meeting.
Andriy Yermak reported that a photograph of the US Vice President and the President of Ukraine, taken in Rome, hangs in the White House. Earlier, Yermak appealed to US senators to strengthen sanctions.
Alexander Stubb emphasized the need to increase sanctions pressure on Russia from the US and the European Union. He assured close cooperation between members and partners of the Alliance.
The Head of the Presidential Office thanked the United States for its assistance to Ukraine and emphasized the need to cut off Russia's access to resources for the war. He underscored the importance of sanctions and the use of frozen Russian assets for the reconstruction of Ukraine.