Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Kyrylo Budanov predicts imminent technical contacts between Ukraine and Russia. He considers ending the hostilities by winter unrealistic.
Zelenskyy stated the goal of one thousand long-range drones per day. According to him, the strikes have already restricted the movement of vessels in Novorossiysk.
Zelenskyy thanked the US for information about the meetings in Moscow and the tone of the dialogue with Russia. Ukraine expects the war to end.
Ukraine's leadership expressed condolences to Norway following the death of King Harald V at the age of 89. The new king automatically became Haakon.
Ukraine’s long-range strikes are reducing the volume of Russian exports, halting the operation of oil refineries, undermining Russia’s capabilities to produce rocket fuel, and effectively blocking the activities of the Black Sea Fleet.
The FP-1 struck the AVT-3 unit at the Yaroslavl refinery, which has a capacity of 6. 2 million tonnes of oil per year. It accounts for about 40% of the refinery’s capacity.
Zelenskyy reported updated intelligence on Russia’s plans to increase ballistic missile production. Ukraine calls on its partners to block the supply of components and strengthen sanctions.
Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine's deep strikes are highly effective. Russia is unable to operate fully at sea and is considering arming civilian vessels.
Zelenskyy confirmed the strike on the refinery in the Yaroslavl region and the Tu-95MS missile carrier in Engels. Responses in the\r\nBlack Sea were also reported.
Russia is intensifying attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure ahead of winter. Ukrainian experts advise striking back at oil refineries, oil logistics, and Russia’s export terminals.
In Chisinau, Zelenskyy said that Ukraine and Moldova will become part of a peaceful Europe. He called on the countries to fight together for independence.
The leaders of Ukraine, Moldova and Romania met in Chișinău. They discussed energy, infrastructure, security and European integration.
In Chisinau, Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Maia Sandu. The leaders discussed joint security, energy and infrastructure opportunities.
Zelenskyy arrived in Chisinau at Sandu’s invitation. He will hold a bilateral meeting, followed by trilateral talks with the presidents of Moldova and Romania.
Intelligence reports that Russia plans to recruit 300,000 people each in 2026 and 2027. Some of them may be trained in Belarus.
Russia attacked Ukraine with drones and ballistic missiles, damaging infrastructure and residential buildings. Fires at enterprises in Chubynske are being extinguished.
Italy has approved an aid package comprising four SAMP/T NG systems, missiles and seven radars. Some of the interceptors are planned to be delivered by October.
Hennadiy Novikov resigned as chairman of PlayCity of his own accord. Deputy Oleksii Tomashuk was appointed to perform his duties.
Senator Richard Blumenthal hopes the bill will be approved by the House of Representatives in September. The document provides for a strike against the shadow fleet.
Zelenskyy held a meeting in the Zaporizhzhia region and instructed officials to strengthen the protection of the city, the region, and important areas. For the defense of Donetsk region it was proposed to create two groupings.
The President presented the "Golden Star" to Andrii Biletskyi and Eduard Kolodii. During the operation, 745 km² and 26 villages were liberated.
Positions in Donetsk region will be reinforced by groupings under the command of Denys Prokopenko and Andrii Biletskyi. Production and purchases of ground robotic systems will also be increased.
Zelenskyy and Drapatyi met with soldiers of the 80th Brigade in the Oleksandrivka direction. The President discussed the unit’s needs and presented awards.
Zhan Beleniuk gave American boxer Terence Crawford a Greco-Roman wrestling lesson in Kyiv. The athletes met during his visit to Ukraine.
Karol Nawrocki will focus on preparations for the G20 summit in Miami through December. Poland seeks good-neighborly relations with Ukraine, but emphasizes historical truth.
Zelenskyy thanked Polish President Nawrocki for his congratulations and support for Ukraine. He stated his desire to develop ties with respect for the past and with optimism about a shared future in the EU and NATO
Ukrainian forces struck 16 targets in Russia, including oil facilities, airfields, and a military enterprise.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded Elon Musk the Order of Freedom. The decree recognizes his merits in protecting life and developing relations between Ukraine and the United States.
The EU is discussing assistance for Ukraine to cover a $27 billion defense budget shortfall. No decision has been made yet.
Zelenskyy is counting on cooperation and an active diplomatic role from China in ending Russia’s war against Ukraine. Beijing maintains neutrality but supports the Russian economy.