Rustem Umerov
The Office of the President said that the Ukrainian delegation is returning to Ukraine. The media reported on possible talks regarding an energy truce.
Rustem Umerov said there had been significant progress in talks with the United States. The number of disagreements has been reduced to 1–2 key issues.
Rustem Umerov, appointed head of the Foreign Intelligence Service, stated his intention to strengthen international cooperation. He plans to implement the President's strategic initiatives, including the Drone Deal and the Freya program.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Rustem Umerov as head of the Foreign Intelligence Service. Ihor Klymenko became the new secretary of the National Security and Defense Council.
President Zelenskyy announced that Rustem Umerov will head the Foreign Intelligence Service. Ihor Klymenko will become the new Secretary of the NSDC.
President Zelenskyy reported changes in the NSDC: Rustem Umerov will focus on communication with partners and the Drone Deals and "Freya" programs. Ihor Klymenko will likely take his place, strengthening internal activities and the fight against cyber threats.
After the government's resignation due to the dismissal of Prime Minister Svyrydenko, the future of Defense Minister Fedorov is uncertain. President Zelenskyy has not yet made a decision, and among the possible candidates are Klymenko and Budanov.
Zelenskyy met with Trump at the G7 summit in France to coordinate positions. The President's agenda at the summit includes strengthening air defense and a diplomatic conclusion to the war with Russia.
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.
"Pyshnyi on call": former MP claims NBU has lost its independence due to politically biased leadership.
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.