Vladimir Putin
G7 countries will increase the supply of air defense systems and long-range weapons to support Ukraine. Leaders are also preparing new sanctions against Russia's oil and gas sector.
During June 2024, the Defense Forces carried out 20 strikes on Russian refineries and oil depots. Over 30% of the enemy's capacity was hit, causing a fuel collapse in the aggressor country.
Trump agreed to sanctions against Russian oil in exchange for help with Iran. G7 leaders are trying to keep the US in the Western camp ahead of the NATO summit.
Putin's aide Ushakov stated there have been no negotiations regarding a meeting of the leaders in the US. Russia has not yet received any official proposals.
At the G7 summit, EU leaders called on Trump to organize a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin in the United States. The U.S. President promised to facilitate the start of the negotiation process.
Johann Wadephul stated the possibility of Ukraine peace talks before summer. According to his assessment, the situation at the front has reached a stalemate.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy showed Donald Trump the consequences of the Russian strike on the Lavra. G7 leaders agreed to increase pressure on the Russian Federation and provide Ukraine with more air defense missiles.
The Ukrainian president is ready to meet with Putin in a neutral country, but rejects Moscow. Organizing negotiations through US mediation is currently extremely difficult.
Attacks on oil refineries have caused fuel shortages in Russia and rising prices. The strikes also hit logistics and the production of components for explosives and the military.
Zelenskyy discussed strengthening air defense and licenses for anti-ballistic systems with the G7. Partners will provide a winter energy package and assist with reconstruction.
Putin's spokesperson invited Zelenskyy to Moscow and rejected his proposals. A visit by Trump's representatives is expected after the signing of the memorandum in Switzerland.
Britain imposes 70 new sanctions against the Russian Federation, including the shadow fleet and LNG tankers. The GRU network and suppliers from China, Thailand, and Turkey are targeted.
Sybiha and Rubio discussed steps to end the war and the Russian Federation's strike on the Lavra. The parties touched upon the successes of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the role of the US in the peace process.
Trump called the meeting with Zelenskyy very good and announced another one today. He also spoke with Putin and stated that Russia must reach a deal.
Zelenskyy met with Trump and Macron at the G7 to resume negotiations. He hopes for US assistance in organizing a meeting with Putin.
In the Moscow region and Krasnodar Krai, drones attacked oil facilities. At the Moscow Refinery, reports indicate damage to the ELOU-AVT-6 crude oil distillation unit.
At the G7 summit, allies will try to persuade Trump to increase pressure on Russia for the sake of peace. The US President, however, may consider the option of negotiations with Putin without Europe's assistance.
Britain will provide Ukraine with nuclear fuel for two years for £210 million. The new sanctions will restrict the operations of over 600 Russian vessels and the shadow fleet.
In Geneva, Zelenskyy discussed with Parmelin the strengthening of Ukrainian air defense and sanctions against Russia. The parties also reviewed issues of energy support and the situation at the front.
In the Polish city of Biała Podlaska, 44-year-old artist Semen Skrepetskyi was shot dead. A suspect, a citizen of Belarus, was detained near the consulate.
Zelenskyy discussed a meeting with Putin in the US with Trump to end the war. In case of Russia's refusal, the President called for increased pressure.
Donald Trump discussed peace with Zelenskyy and Putin during their conversations. Now, the US will focus its efforts on the final termination of the war in Ukraine.
Ukraine has strengthened its positions on the front line, while the Russian economy is weakening due to sanctions. The EU is providing 90 billion euros and opening negotiations on Ukraine's membership.
Zelenskyy proposed a meeting to Putin at the G7 with the participation of US and EU leaders. Russia ignored the proposal and showed no readiness for peace.
Zelenskyy spoke of Putin's cynicism following the shelling of Ukraine after his congratulations to Trump. The attack on Kyiv caused a fire at the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra.
Ursula von der Leyen and Emmanuel Macron condemned the Russian attack on the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. The G7 summit will discuss increasing pressure on Russia for the sake of peace.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is initiating procedures in UNESCO due to the damage to the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra caused by a Russian strike. Andrii Sybiha demands an immediate international response to the crime.
Britain intercepted a Russian shadow fleet tanker in the English Channel. Zelenskyy urged partners to change laws for prolonged arrest and confiscation of oil.
Putin congratulated Trump on his 80th birthday and complained about AFU strikes. Trump, as the Kremlin claims, allegedly expressed readiness to influence Kyiv and Europe for the sake of peace.
Ukraine and Iran have brought the military plans of the Russian Federation and the US to a stalemate. Now Putin and Trump are trying to achieve the surrender of their opponents through negotiations.