Today, more than 10 children abducted by Russia will return to Ukraine. In total, 1509 children have already been returned, and 20,000 children located in enemy territory have been identified.
American senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal are considering a bill to recognize Russia and Belarus as state sponsors of terrorism. This is due to the systematic abduction of Ukrainian children during the war, which threatens their Ukrainian identity.
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham believes that the next step in American diplomacy regarding the war in Ukraine should be economic pressure on Moscow. He proposes imposing tariffs on countries that buy Russian energy resources and calls on China to influence Putin.
Senator Lindsey Graham predicts the end of the war in Ukraine by Christmas. This requires a trilateral meeting involving Trump, Zelenskyy, and Putin.
Serhiy Leshchenko, advisor to the Head of the President's Office, stated that the meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska would be symbolic. He emphasized that geostrategic decisions would not be made there.
The US senator believes that ending the Russian-Ukrainian war will involve territorial exchange. He recalled the division of Germany and the Korean Peninsula as examples of coexistence of divided territories.
The United States Senate goes on summer recess without passing a bill on sanctions against Russia, which gives Trump the exclusive right to decide on their introduction. Democrats are skeptical about punishing Putin, despite his disappointment.
US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker stated that Donald Trump is a peacemaker and seeks to resume negotiations with Russia.
Senator Lindsey Graham stated that US President Donald Trump seeks peace with Russia, but will not tolerate jokes. Graham emphasized that Trump is unlike his predecessors and will not allow capabilities to be exaggerated.
Donald Trump plans to introduce import duties for countries that buy Russian oil. This will be a new tool to pressure Moscow, which is circumventing sanctions.
US Senator Lindsey Graham stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin was mistaken in his calculations regarding Donald Trump. He emphasized that the Kremlin's inability to negotiate indicates a lack of desire to end the war, and Russia's allies must be held accountable.
US President Donald Trump wants to personally make all decisions regarding sanctions against Russia, as announced by White House spokeswoman Caroline Leavitt. He has been in close communication with Senator Lindsey Graham, but insists on his role as commander-in-chief.
US Senator Lindsey Graham stated that Donald Trump plans to impose tariffs on countries that buy Russian oil, including China, India, and Brazil. These countries buy about 80% of cheap Russian oil, supporting the Russian war machine.
Andriy Sybiha stated that US support continues and the cost of war for the aggressor is increasing.
American Senator Lindsey Graham reacted to Donald Trump's ultimatum regarding the war in Ukraine, warning Putin against ignoring the 50-day deadline. In case of disobedience, Russia faces duties of up to 100% on oil for countries supporting its war machine, which resembles tough US measures against Iran.
The bill on a new package of sanctions against Russia is gaining wide support in the US House of Representatives, with the number of co-sponsors reaching 88. The chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, Mike Rogers, has joined the initiative, strengthening the document's position.
US senators have advertised a bipartisan bill that would give President Trump powerful sanctions against Russia. This comes amid a cooling of Trump's relations with Putin and the US president's readiness to increase pressure on the Russian Federation.
US President Donald Trump will announce a new plan to arm Ukraine, which will include offensive weapons. The plan is expected to include long-range missiles capable of reaching targets in Russia, including Moscow.
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 of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with American senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumental in Rome. They discussed strengthening air defense, arms supplies, joint weapons production, and a bill on additional sanctions against Russia.
Speaker of the US House of Representatives Mike Johnson said that Vladimir Putin is not interested in a serious discussion of peace in Ukraine. The US Senate may vote on a bill on sanctions against Russia by the end of the month.
US President Donald Trump is ready to sign the bill on tough sanctions against Russia if he gains more control over their implementation. The administration will not accept Congress's micromanagement of foreign policy.
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham announced that the US Senate will soon consider a bill on tough sanctions against Russia, China, and India. The bill provides for presidential powers to maximize pressure on countries supporting Putin's war machine.
Andriy Yermak, Head of the Office of the President, discussed defense, the front, and relations with the USA in an interview with The New York Post. He stated that only a leader who understands the language of force can make Russia stop the invasion, and Donald Trump could be such a leader.
Senator Lindsey Graham initiated a bill to increase pressure on Russia due to its aggression against Ukraine. The document will be presented on July 9, as announced by Newt Gingrich.
The USA is considering a bill and sanction steps as leverage against the Kremlin, as stated by MFA spokesperson Heorhiy Tykhyi. Ukraine hopes for the adoption of sanctions that will stimulate the peace process.
The Donald Trump administration eased sanctions against Russia, allowing related companies to transfer funds and critical components. This led to a decrease in the effectiveness of existing restrictions, allowing the import of computer chips and military equipment.
Strengthening Ukraine and weakening Russia through sanctions is the only path to peace to prevent the threat of war in Germany and Europe. Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha emphasized that Russia is intensifying terror, not ending the war.
The European Union will soon adopt the 18th package of sanctions against Russia. Ukraine also expects strong sanctioning steps from the USA, in particular the Lindsey Graham bill.
Ukraine has fully synchronized the 13th and 14th packages of EU sanctions against the Russian Federation and will 100% synchronize the EU sanctions package against Iran. Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of sanctions for limiting Russian capabilities and expects quick action from Ukrainian institutions.