Oleksandr Syrsky, the Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, said he was working in the "original area" and posted a photo. Social media speculate that this is the Sumy region, from where the Ukrainian Armed Forces are launching an offensive against the Kursk region of Russia.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi had a conversation with NATO General Christopher Cavoli. They discussed military assistance, the need for long-range weapons and ammunition, and the strengthening of Ukraine's air defense.
President Zelenskyy spoke with Chief of the Armed Forces Syrskyy about Ukraine's actions. He also had a meeting with Defense Minister Umerov on the missile program.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine are introducing a patronage service to work with the families of killed, missing and captured servicemen. The system will provide information, support for the wounded, and coordination with families.
The President of Ukraine chaired a meeting of the Chiefs of Staff to review the situation at the front and the production of Ukraine's own drones and missiles. Additional funding has been allocated to the missile program, and they also discussed the provision of weapons to additional brigades.
Commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Sirsky is on the front line, finding out the needs of brigades. Zelensky stressed the importance of direct contact between commanders at all levels and the military on the front line.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky said that the F-16s will allow them to shoot down more russian missiles and aircraft. He thanked the allies for the decision to provide the fighters, which will help save the lives of Ukrainian soldiers.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine congratulated the Air Force on its professional holiday. He noted their effectiveness in repelling missile attacks and the rapid development of new equipment from Western partners.
The head of Kharkiv RMA, Oleh Syniehubov, announced plans to introduce a differentiated air raid alarm system in Kharkiv. This will help to normalize the lives of citizens, but security remains a priority due to the real danger of attacks.
Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Syrsky reported fierce fighting on the eastern front. The enemy is trying to break through the defense in the Pokrovske direction.
President Zelenskyy received a report from Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrskyy on the situation in the Pokrovsk sector. There are 17 battles in this area of the frontline, and 88 combat engagements took place in total.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syrskyi had a conversation with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Brown. They discussed the situation at the front, the strengthening of air defense, and US military assistance to Ukraine.
President Zelenskiy said Ukraine is increasing the number of Patriot and other air defense systems through cooperation with partners. New systems are expected in August, September, and October.
Zelensky said that Syrsky and the relevant commanders should present an updated structure of our air defense systems and new requests for partners.
At least 880 Russian army soldiers were buried on the occupied peninsula. The Representative Office of the President of Ukraine in the Autonomous Republic of Crimea suggests that 699 of them were former citizens of Ukraine.
The President of Ukraine visited the forward command post of the Special Operations Forces near Vovchansk. Zelenskyy awarded the military and discussed the development strategy of the Special Operations Forces with the command.
The ATES guerrillas found out that 70% of the leadership positions in the 810th Marine Brigade of the Russian Federation are vacant. The unit is considered incapacitated due to the lack of commanders and deputies in all areas.
President Zelenskyy meets with Defense Minister Umerov to discuss new defense packages for Ukraine. They discussed strengthening positions in the Pokrovske direction, where the main attacks by Russian troops are concentrated.
Andriy Yusov, a representative of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, spoke about russia's problems with recruiting new contract soldiers. This will have an impact on the situation at the front, despite attempts to replenish losses.
Dmytro Lykhoviy, a spokesman for the Tavria unit, said there are no signs of an offensive group of Russians forming in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions. According to him, the Ukrainian Armed Forces are ready to fight back in case of an offensive.
A spokesman for the Ukrainian Navy said that the occupied Crimea is in a vulnerable position and could become an island. Families of Russian military and special services are already leaving the peninsula, and Ukraine has a plan to return it.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces are engaged in defensive battles in the Pokrovsk sector, particularly near Prohres and Ivanivka. The situation is difficult, but the military is working to drive Russian troops out of Prohres.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi called on Ukrainians abroad to join the defense of the country. He emphasized the importance of mobilization to create the necessary reserves and form brigades.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said that Ukraine has a realistic plan to return the occupied Crimea. He emphasized that Kyiv seeks to achieve the internationally recognized borders of 1991.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrsky reported successful attacks by Ukrainian drones on military logistics facilities in Russia. Drones also sank a third of the Russian Black Sea fleet.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky said that Russian troops have not made significant progress at the front. He called their local successes only tactical.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky declared his readiness to repel a possible Russian offensive in the south of Zaporizhzhya region. He emphasized the role of brave Ukrainian soldiers in deterring the enemy.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported an increase in Russian forces in Ukraine since the beginning of the invasion. According to him, Russia has an advantage in equipment, in particular, the number of tanks has doubled and artillery has tripled.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky said that the losses of the Russian army are three times higher than those of the Ukrainians. He emphasized the importance of saving the lives of Ukrainian soldiers in contrast to the tactics of the Russian Federation.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrsky said that the F-16s would strengthen Ukraine's air defense, but would have limitations. The fighter jets must be located more than 40 kilometers from the front line because of the risk of being shot down by Russian forces.