The President held a meeting regarding the intensification of communication with the US and the preparation of new negotiations in Europe. The implementation of prisoner exchanges was also discussed.
President Zelenskyy signed decrees on sanctions to synchronize with the EU's 20th package. Control over the implementation of the decisions has been assigned to Rustem Umerov.
Rustem Umerov is reportedly in Berlin to discuss security and EU membership with advisors from the E3 group. The meeting takes place against the backdrop of Russian threats to launch new strikes on Kyiv.
The European Commission sees no readiness for peace from Putin to discuss the appointment of a special envoy. Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov discussed defense and cooperation in Brussels.
Shabunin stated there is insufficient control and a lack of reforms in the defense procurement system. Oversight of the distribution of €60 billion in EU aid remains weak.
In Ankara, Rustem Umerov discussed security and the return of Ukrainian prisoners of war with Hakan Fidan.
The Secretary of the NSDC warned of fraudulent appeals sent in his name to the Baltic states. Unidentified individuals are using Umerov's name in scam messages and other suspicious communications.
Umerov discussed prisoner exchanges and ending the war in the US. Ukraine signed four Drone Deals, which secured the fuel market.
Umerov held talks in the US with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Zelenskyy expects a strengthening of positions and progress in the release of prisoners.
Rustem Umerov met with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner regarding prisoners. The parties discussed diplomatic steps to achieve peace in the war.
Zelenskyy announced a visit by US representatives to Kyiv "at the turn of spring and summer. " The parties discussed the exchange of prisoners and new security agreements.
António Costa is preparing the EU for negotiations with the RF due to frustration with Donald Trump's actions. Zelenskyy supports coordination to increase pressure on Moscow.
Rustem Umerov will discuss prisoner exchanges, the diplomatic process, and security cooperation in the US. Zelenskyy also announced new agreements regarding Drone Deals.
Rustem Umerov will meet with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff in Miami this week. The meeting will take place against the backdrop of a lack of progress in peace negotiations.
Zelenskyy reported on the successful use of deep strikes and agreements in the Middle East. Ukraine, together with the EU, is developing a strategic cooperation plan called the Drone Deal.
Ukraine and the EU are preparing a Drone Deal for the joint production of unmanned aerial vehicles. Hnatov and Umerov have been tasked with developing the necessary security infrastructure.
Yuliia Svyrydenko denied knowing Tymur Mindich or visiting his residence. She responded to questions regarding her appearance in the new tapes.
NBU Governor Andriy Pyshnyi denied any connection with the individuals featured in the "Mindich tapes. " He stated that he had no contact with the people who mentioned his name.
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The recordings consist of three separate conversations dated various days in July 2025. The new fragments feature former Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov, former First Assistant to the President Serhiy Shefir, and former Minister Oleksiy Chernyshov.
Ukraine is preparing new bilateral agreements and expanding defense cooperation. The President announced details regarding the format of the Drone Deal in the near future.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced new agreements with India and Bahrain. Cooperation will be based on the experience of teams in Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
Rustem Umerov reported on the requests of Gulf countries and others for Ukrainian expertise, including in air defense and maritime security. Deeper security agreements with partners in Europe are also being prepared.
Ukraine is negotiating with the US and the EU on security guarantees and preparing to export defense technologies. Ukraine has offered Russia a ceasefire for the holidays. The President stated his readiness to observe silence in the sky and on the front line, provided there are no attacks. The energy system is working stably due to an increase in the volume of its own generation.
Zelenskyy announced the strengthening of energy and logistics cooperation with Turkey. Ukraine is expanding defense and economic ties with Middle Eastern countries.
The "Honest Mobilization" movement accused CPC founders Rudyi and Sherembey of evading service.
Zelenskyy announced new agreements on cooperation with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar. Turkey and European partners have shown interest in the experience of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Rustem Umerov met with top Turkish officials to discuss joint projects. Security issues and the release of Ukrainians were prioritized.
Ukraine has agreed with the Persian Gulf countries on strengthening air defense and joint defense production. Partners will also ensure the supply of diesel fuel.
Umerov's spokeswoman and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs called Iran's statements about the destruction of a warehouse with Ukrainian specialists a fake. Officials denied the information about the attack in the UAE.
