Volodymyr Zelenskyy
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the targeting of the Bashneft-Novoyl oil refinery in Bashkortostan and the Slavneft-Yanos oil refinery in the Yaroslavl region, as well as two military patrol boats and shadow fleet vessels in the Black Sea. Ukraine’s Defence Forces carried out strikes against the aggressor’s facilities more than 1,300 kilometers from the front line.
Rutte said that work is underway to supply Ukraine with air defense systems after Kyiv failed to shoot down any Russian ballistic missiles. Zelenskyy warned of increased missile production in the Russian Federation and reduced deliveries from allies.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband met in Washington, discussing the war in Ukraine and European security. The parties also reaffirmed their position on the Strait of Hormuz and preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže. They discussed food security, Russian attacks on ports, and Ukraine’s European integration.
The Cabinet of Ministers has completed an audit of the implementation of resilience plans, analyzing funding and the status of measures in the regions. The priorities are protecting the energy sector and providing backup heat supplies.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with his Finnish counterpart Alexander Stubb possible assistance to strengthen protection against Russian ballistic missiles. The parties also considered diplomatic efforts to end the war.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte about the supply of interceptor missiles. The parties coordinated efforts to accelerate assistance from partner countries.
The President of Ukraine met with Britain's new Defense Secretary Wes Streeting. The main priority is anti-ballistic defense and sanctions against Russian missile manufacturers.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy identified three priorities for the winter during a meeting of the National Security and Defense Council: protection of critical infrastructure, shelters, and anti-ballistic capabilities. He also noted delays in some cities and regions.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held an NSDC meeting on the implementation of resilience plans for regions and communities. He noted lagging progress in cities and regions, identifying three priorities for the winter.
The negotiations are ongoing, despite Trump's statements that there is no deal. Options are being considered for producing components in Ukraine with assembly in Europe.
Former Deputy Prime Minister and ex-Ambassador of Ukraine to the United States Olha Stefanishyna was notified of a new suspicion; HACC is considering a motion for a preventive measure. Investigators are examining possible illicit enrichment and the acquisition of real estate, including a house worth $550,000.
According to a KIIS poll, trust in President Zelenskyy declined from 58% to 55% compared with April. The poll was conducted from July 20 to August 3, with 974 respondents surveyed.
President Zelenskyy discussed the situation in Donetsk region with the military, particularly around Kostiantynivka and Sloviansk. They also considered a threefold reduction in missile supplies for air defense and the priorities for long-range sanctions against russia.
The President of Ukraine said that the number of air defense missiles from partners had decreased threefold compared with 2025. He called for the acceleration of deliveries and the localization of production.
Trump rejected Zelenskyy's request for hundreds of Patriot missiles, citing dwindling U. S. stocks.
According to the GUR, Russia plans to deploy a North Korean missile unit with 120 missiles and six launchers. This is an expansion of military cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang.
As a result of Russia's ballistic attack on Kyiv and the region, 17 people were killed and another 44 were wounded. The strikes hit civilian facilities, including warehouses and a brewery.
President Zelenskyy approved new SBU operations after a report by Poklada. In July, 30,272 Russians were eliminated on the front line by drones.
The President of Ukraine held a meeting on strengthening cooperation with the European Union. The main goal is Ukraine's full membership in the EU, which is considered a security task.
President Zelenskyy officially presented Ihor Klymenko as Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council. He expects enhanced coordination, preparations for winter, localization of air defense, and counteraction to cyber threats.
The SBU, together with other units of the Defense Forces, in fulfillment of the task, intensified pressure on Russia.
First Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Denys Shmyhal stated that Russia is aimed at destroying the water supply in Ukraine. He emphasized that without water and sewage, it is difficult to survive more than three days.
One law improves adoption procedures and the development of family-based care forms, while the other expands social and legal guarantees for military personnel among those released on parole.
The President of Ukraine stated that Russian drones are hunting people in Kherson and called on the world to cooperate. He emphasized that the Russian war must not spread to other countries.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Rob Jetten. They discussed strengthening of air defense, russian strikes, and the opening of four clusters of negotiations on EU accession.
President Zelenskyy approved new SBU operations against Russian aggression and further steps to purge the structure. SBU Chief Poklad reported on priorities for August.
Russia produces and uses ballistic missiles faster than the world can produce modern interceptor missiles. This imbalance forces a review of approaches to building the global security system.
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.
The Cabinet of Ministers appointed Mykola Shvydkyi as Deputy Minister of Defense. His main task will be to strengthen the interaction of the Ministry of Defense with the military.