US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed with European ministers and Ukraine diplomatic efforts to resolve the Russian-Ukrainian war. The parties agreed to coordinate efforts for a negotiated settlement.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Poland must react to the fall of a Russian drone on its territory. The object that fell near Osinów was a Russian drone, likely having flown from Belarus.
The drone that fell in Poland has been preliminarily identified as a Russian drone, which, according to the investigation, could have flown from Belarus. Poland has protested to Russia over the violation of its airspace.
European leaders condemned proposals to transfer Ukrainian territories to Russia for the sake of peace. They emphasize Ukraine's sovereign right to determine the terms of peace and the need to pressure the aggressor.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski commented on the negotiations between Trump and Putin, stating that the US is giving Russia a chance to withdraw from the war. Poland will not send troops to Ukraine, but will provide it with concrete assistance.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski emphasized that negotiations between Trump and Putin cannot resolve the issue of peace in Ukraine without the participation of Kyiv and the EU. Europe provides the main assistance to Ukraine, which is a matter of security for the continent.
European leaders are pushing for consultations with Trump to define Europe's "red lines" before his meeting with Putin in Alaska. The discussion will concern the war in Ukraine and a possible ceasefire.
The foreign ministers of Ukraine, Moldova, and Romania met in Chernivtsi. They agreed to institutionalize the "Ukraine-Moldova-Romania" format and named it the "Odesa Triangle."
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff discussed with Putin proposals for a truce in Ukraine, recognition of Russia's territorial gains, sanctions lifting, and energy cooperation. Kremlin's refusal would mean losing hope for a compromise agreement.
Poland expects exhumation works to begin in the Zboiska district of Lviv on August 4. Decisions are also expected regarding a bilateral agreement on minority education and the status of schools with Polish as the language of instruction.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha visited Poland for talks on establishing joint defense enterprises. The parties discussed strengthening military-technical cooperation and sanction pressure on Russia.
Poland is actively discussing the 47th military aid package and preparing the 48th and 49th. This will significantly strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russia's attack on Kyiv on July 31 is a slap in the face to peace efforts and the American side. He emphasized the need to increase sanctions pressure on Russia.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski appealed to Donald Trump's special representative, Keith Kellogg, with a request to resume arms supplies to Ukraine after Russian shelling damaged the Polish consulate in Kyiv. This incident became a key moment that influenced Trump's change of position regarding military aid to Ukraine.
EU foreign ministers failed to reach an agreement on the 18th package of sanctions against the Russian Federation on July 16. Discussion of the issue may resume on Friday, despite Poland's optimism and Slovakia's resistance.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski expressed optimism about the swift adoption of the 18th EU sanctions package against Russia. This will happen despite public opposition from Slovakia, which blocked it the day before.
Russian drones attacked the Barlinek Group plant in Vinnytsia, causing injuries, including two people with severe burns. Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski commented on the incident, noting that the attack was deliberate.
During the shelling of Kyiv on July 4, the building of the consular section of the Polish embassy was damaged. Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski called on the US to resume ammunition supplies to Ukraine and impose new sanctions against Russia.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte commented on the words of Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov regarding the increase in NATO countries' budgets. Rutte noted that since Lavrov's appointment, nothing useful has come from his lips.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski called on Europe to follow Ukraine's example, which built 200 factories in three years, to accelerate procedures in times of crisis. He emphasized that Europe needs to be more powerful than the Russians, not necessarily than the United States.
President Zelenskyy stated that the situation in the Middle East could reduce aid to Ukraine from partners, especially the United States. He emphasized that without this assistance, the Russians would feel an advantage on the battlefield.
Adviser to the Head of the Presidential Office Mykhailo Podolyak stated that the situation in the Middle East is not a catastrophe for Ukraine. He emphasized that the West has the capacity to simultaneously assist Israel and Ukraine, and that rising oil prices benefit Russia.
The statement came after oil prices rose due to US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski warned that escalation in the Middle East would lead to rising oil prices, affecting the war in Ukraine. He noted that Russia is intensifying attacks, taking advantage of the situation, and expressed hope for a new EU sanctions package.
Poland reacted to the desecration of the Katyn massacre memorial in Russian Mednoye. The Polish order and cross, which embody the Stalinist version of history, were removed from the monument.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland stated that the EU must be prepared for the US to lose interest not only in Ukraine, but also in Europe. American leaders are openly declaring a change of priorities.
Poland does not plan to send troops to Ukraine. Instead, the country will focus on protecting the border with Russia and Belarus and will create a center for the transfer of weapons and aid.
European countries are not planning to send peacekeepers to Ukraine, focusing on negotiations for a ceasefire with Russia. The format of peace talks and security guarantees for Ukraine are a priority.
Radosław Sikorski stated that NATO was created to deter Russia, and by 2030 the allies will become stronger. He emphasized that Putin "woke up the giant".
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine met with colleagues from Germany, Poland and France to discuss peace efforts and coordinate further steps. The parties emphasized increasing pressure on Moscow.
