Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Iryna Vereshchuk stated that Russia's war against Ukraine will not end soon. She emphasized the danger of denying reality and called on society to prepare for a long war.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a Staff meeting, where an increase in funding for direct procurement of drones and pickups for brigades was discussed. The expansion of "Contract 18-24" and a change in the award mechanism are also planned.
President Zelenskyy stated that Moscow has begun to heed world pressure, particularly from the US, and the threat of tough sanctions. He emphasized the importance of exhausting Russia's funds for the war to achieve peace.
Yulia Svyrydenko discussed with Scott Bessent strengthening cooperation in the defense and investment spheres. An American-Ukrainian investment fund with an expanded mandate is planned to be launched.
Ukraine has received over a billion dollars from European partners — NATO members — for the purchase of American weapons. This indicates the implementation of the decisions of the Hague Summit of the Alliance.
Ukraine and Greece have agreed on the development of transport and logistics corridors in Southeast Europe. They also discussed strengthening Ukrainian air defense and purchasing American weapons.
Andriy Yurchenko, the former head of the Rubizhne Military-Civil Administration (MVA), has been remanded in custody for 60 days with the possibility of bail set at six million hryvnias. He is suspected of involvement in a corruption scheme related to the procurement of UAVs and electronic warfare (EW) equipment.
President Zelenskyy announced a conversation with Croatian Prime Minister Plenković. Croatia will allocate part of the funds under the SAFE program to Ukraine to strengthen its defense capabilities.
The Ministry of Defense has simplified the accounting of military personnel regarding disappearance, captivity, or death. The unit commander can issue an order independently without an investigation.
President Zelenskyy discussed defense cooperation with Trump. A draft agreement on drones, tested in war, has already been prepared by Ukraine.
Sweden, Denmark, and Norway are allocating $486 million for the purchase of American weapons for Ukraine. This will increase the potential for protecting lives and serves as an example for other NATO countries.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a productive conversation with US President Donald Trump. The key topic was ending the war.
The President announced five issues important for the units of the Defense Forces. The changes concern training, procurement of drones and pickups, the "Contracts 18–24" program, and awards.
In Ukraine, military personnel receive basic payments, one-time benefits, and additional remuneration for participation in combat operations. The amount of payments depends on the position, rank, length of service, and conditions of task performance.
Pakistan's Foreign Ministry called reports of Pakistanis' participation in the war in Ukraine baseless. The government will discuss this issue with the Ukrainian authorities and request clarification.
The Netherlands fully finances the first military aid package to Ukraine worth $500 million as part of NATO's new PURL initiative. Other Alliance countries will provide similar aid packages on a regular basis.
President Zelenskyy reacted to Russia's night attack with ballistic missiles and "Shaheds". One person died in Lozova, 10 were injured, including children.
CNN commentator Nick Paton Walsh claims that Russia's invasion of Ukraine is becoming US President Donald Trump's war. He believes that Trump could have stopped the war, but instead chose to impose "the force of his personality."
Ukraine is considering interceptor drones as an affordable alternative to air defense missiles, whose stocks are depleted. President Zelenskyy stated the need for $6 billion to finance the production of 1,000 drones per day.
Ukraine is preparing for the visit of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to Kyiv. The main topic of discussion will be the ratification of the free trade agreement between the two countries.
The USA and NATO are initiating a new PURL mechanism for the rapid supply of weapons to Ukraine. It provides for the financing of American arms supplies through voluntary contributions from member countries.
The Netherlands is providing Ukraine with a military aid package worth 500 million euros as part of a US initiative. It will include American weapons and missiles for Patriot systems.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia announced the lifting of the moratorium on the deployment of ground-based intermediate-range and shorter-range missiles. This decision was made due to the disappearance of conditions for maintaining unilateral self-restrictions.
Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak stated that Peskov's statement about a meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy is a delay tactic. Ukraine is ready for a meeting of leaders even now.
President Zelenskyy announced continued support for cities in Eastern Ukraine, including special conditions for businesses. He expects a report from Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko regarding the action program for border territories.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced plans to improve the system of contract service in the army. This will happen based on the experience of the "Contract 18-24" program.
President Zelenskyy recorded the participation of mercenaries from China, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and African countries in the battles in the Vovchansk direction. The information was provided by commanders during the President's visit.
President Zelenskyy visited the 92nd Assault Brigade in the Lypetsk direction. He discussed with the military an electronic system for calculating points for the destruction of occupiers and their equipment.
Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, will visit the Russian Federation again, which may be related to "diplomatic imitations" of the peace process. Experts believe that Witkoff is bringing a "carrot" proposal to the Russian leadership. However, there are also reasons to believe that after August 8, the United States may introduce new measures against Russia.
President Zelenskyy met with soldiers of the 57th brigade in the Vovchansk direction, discussed the situation, and presented awards. The soldiers report the participation of mercenaries from Asia and Africa.
