Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported to President Zelenskyy on the operational situation at the front. An enemy sabotage and reconnaissance group was detected and destroyed by Ukrainian defenders while attempting to break through to Pokrovsk.
President Zelenskyy reported on the difficult situation in Sumy and Kharkiv regions, as well as on Russian attacks in Kherson and Mykolaiv regions. Means for destroying the occupier and long-range strikes were discussed.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy heard the report of Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi regarding the situation at the front. The greatest efforts of the occupiers are concentrated in the Donetsk region, especially in the Pokrovsk direction. Ukrainian forces are destroying Russian sabotage groups that are trying to advance into Ukrainian cities and villages.
Denys Shmyhal held the first meeting with the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi and the Chief of the General Staff Andriy Hnatov. The situation at the front, defense self-sufficiency, and new arms supplies for the Armed Forces of Ukraine were discussed.
Chief of the Defence Staff of the United Kingdom, Admiral Tony Radakin, arrived in Kyiv for talks with the command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The operational situation at the front and the critical needs of the Ukrainian Defence Forces were discussed.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi held his first conversation with the new commander of NATO's Allied Joint Force Command Europe, Alex Grinkevich, receiving firm commitments regarding a new package of weapons for Ukraine. This happened after statements by Trump and Rutte about support.
US Presidential Special Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg, during his visit to Kyiv, heard reports from the head of the Main Intelligence Directorate Kyrylo Budanov and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi. Joint projects on localizing weapons production, sanctions against the Russian energy sector, and the operational situation were discussed.
Commander of the Latvian Armed Forces Kaspars Pudāns made a working visit to Ukraine, familiarizing himself with the situation on the eastern front. He met with the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi, discussing the operational situation and Latvia's accession to the "Coalition of the Willing."
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi held a meeting on military medicine, identifying key problems. Among the priorities are improving evacuation from the front line, strengthening combat medics and stabilization points, where there is a shortage of personnel.
In June, the Drone Systems Forces hit over 19. 6 thousand targets, destroying 5024. Every third enemy target hit by the Ukrainian Defense Forces is accounted for by the DSF.
Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi held a meeting on the development of unmanned systems, discussing crew manning and unit scaling. He emphasized the importance of interceptor drones and preparing countermeasures against Russian UAVs.
A survey by the sociological group "Rating" showed that, besides President Zelenskyy, Zaluzhnyi and Budanov enjoy the greatest trust among Ukrainians. Trust in Zaluzhnyi is 73%, in Zelenskyy – 67%, and in Budanov – 56%.
Over the past day, the Defense Forces of Ukraine destroyed 1050 Russian soldiers and a significant amount of enemy equipment. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 09.07.25 reached over one million people.
President Zelenskyy instructed Defense Minister Umerov and Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi to intensify contacts with the USA, primarily regarding air defense. This concerns all elements of supplies from America for the protection of Ukrainian positions and people.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported on the aggressor's concentration of efforts in four directions and an increase in personnel. The Armed Forces of Ukraine will continue to thwart the enemy's plans for its "summer offensive."
Russian troops increased the number of missiles and drones launched at Ukraine by 1. 6 times in a month. The Ukrainian Defense Forces hit about 4,000 targets, and strengthening air defense is a priority.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported to Volodymyr Zelenskyy about 188 combat engagements per day and enemy losses of over a thousand servicemen. The discussion focused on preventing enemy advance and increasing the drone component.
Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi reported to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the situation at the front, particularly in the Pokrovsk direction, and protection against Russian long-range strikes. Zelenskyy recognized the brigades that showed the best results at the front and thanked for the long-range capabilities.
Russian troops are actively conducting a summer offensive campaign in Kharkiv Oblast, intensifying assault operations in Vovchansk and Milove. The enemy is trying to expand the right-bank bridgehead across the Oskil River, but the Defense Forces are blocking its advance.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi congratulated the defenders of the Ukrainian sea on Navy Day, noting the millennial traditions and the key role of the fleet in repelling aggression. He recalled the destruction of 28 enemy ships, the strike on the Russian Black Sea Fleet headquarters in Sevastopol, and ensuring the security of the "grain corridor."
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi worked for two days in Kharkiv Oblast, where he discussed strengthening defense. In the South-Slobozhanskyi direction, over 60 enemy assaults were repelled last week.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported that since the beginning of 2025, the Defense Forces of Ukraine have neutralized over 230,000 Russian occupiers, 1,311 tanks, and 2,885 armored vehicles. Syrskyi also prohibited the concentration of personnel and equipment at training grounds to enhance safety.
Prosecutors have sent an indictment to court against Oleg Poberezhniuk, former commander of the 211th Pontoon-Bridge Brigade. He is accused of inaction by military authorities, as he did not react to facts of inhumane treatment and torture of subordinate servicemen.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has prohibited the gathering of personnel, equipment, and the accommodation of fighters in tent camps at training grounds. This will increase safety from air strikes and will be supplemented by longer military training.
Basic training in the Armed Forces of Ukraine will be extended to 51 days, adding training on countering enemy UAVs. Training centers are improving shelters, and Major General Ihor Skybiuk will be responsible for training.
Russian occupiers do not have sufficient forces to create a buffer zone along the border with Sumy, Chernihiv, and Kharkiv regions; their true goal is to seize the entire territory of Ukraine. The enemy is suffering significant losses, using only infantry groups, without armored vehicles, in this area.
Russian invaders have not pulled barrel artillery to Sumy region, where active battles with Ukrainian forces are ongoing. The enemy's advance in Sumy region has been stopped, and its activity in the border communities has significantly decreased.
Russian occupiers use infantry groups in the Sumy region within the Khotyn and Yunakivka communities. Their activity has significantly decreased, which hinders advancement deep into Ukrainian territory.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi emphasized the need to strengthen the army with trained personnel and timely management decisions. This happened during his working trip to Donetsk Oblast, where battles are ongoing in several directions.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrsky visited the Pokrovsk direction, where Russian occupiers are trying to break through to the border of Donetsk region. He spoke with the fighters and held meetings, stating that the situation is under control.
