Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Deputy Minister of Justice Yevhen Pikalov reported that 8. 5 thousand convicts have been mobilized into the army, and the process continues without a downturn. The law on the mobilization of convicts was adopted in May 2024, the actual process began in August, and the president signed it on May 17, 2024.

A draft law on the ratification of the Agreement between Ukraine and the Council of Europe on the establishment of a Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression has been submitted to the Verkhovna Rada. This agreement, signed on June 25, 2025, is a mandatory condition for bringing the leadership of the Russian Federation to justice.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy activated the NSDC decision on sanctions against 403 individuals and 188 legal entities. This synchronizes Ukrainian restrictions with the 9-14 EU sanctions packages.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed documents for the ratification of the agreement on the establishment of a Special Tribunal regarding the crime of aggression by the Russian Federation against Ukraine. Now, the Verkhovna Rada must process and introduce the necessary legislative changes.

Poland's newly elected president, Karol Nawrocki, plans to meet with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, emphasizing common interests and unresolved issues. He spoke out against Ukraine's unconditional entry into the EU and NATO, citing the war and European standards.

The President of Ukraine signed Law No. 4472-IX, which allows financing the procurement of innovative medicines from local budgets and medical institutions' funds. This will expand patients' access to treatment, especially those with orphan diseases.

President Zelenskyy signed a law that guarantees servicemen monetary compensation for unused vacation days upon dismissal. Compensation applies to main and additional vacations, and in case of death, it will be received by designated persons or heirs.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced increased cooperation with partners regarding new sanctions against Russia. The goal is synchronized international pressure to counter the protraction of the war.

According to Zelenskyy, "hundreds of thousands of our people" do everything daily to ensure that Ukraine "can live and that there are no blackouts. "

Within the framework of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, three teenagers were rescued from the occupied territories. They studied in Ukrainian schools online despite pressure and refused to attend Russian educational institutions.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed three decrees, synchronizing EU sanctions against Russia and implementing packages of restrictions against Iran. The sanctions apply to individuals and legal entities from various countries, including the Russian Federation, Belarus, and Iran.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul and representatives of German defense companies. Joint production of weapons, modern samples, and the goal — to reach systematic air defense production, which is a strategic task, were discussed.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with the military countermeasures against the increasing number of Russian drones. Ukraine is strengthening its own production of interceptor drones and long-range drones.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to discuss with European Union leaders additional funding for drone production and joint ventures. A meeting with the military and the Minister of Defense was dedicated to Ukrainian drones and increasing the pace of their production.

President Zelenskyy held a meeting with the military and the Minister of Defense. Key front issues were discussed, including the Pokrovsk direction and the Sumy region, where the Russian offensive is not being realized. Active operations continue within the Kursk operation.

Over 1,300 Ukrainian schools have joined the national educational platform "Mriya. " This exceeded initial expectations, improving parental interaction with schools and effectively combating bureaucracy.

In Kharkiv, two streets will be named after the fallen F-16 pilots Maksym Ustymenko and Oleksiy Mes, who were posthumously awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine. Both pilots gave their lives repelling air attacks, defending the Ukrainian sky.

In Ukraine, the reform of the institute of the honorary title "Mother Heroine" and the increase in state support for large families have begun.

Ukraine has fully synchronized the 13th and 14th packages of EU sanctions against the Russian Federation and will 100% synchronize the EU sanctions package against Iran. Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of sanctions for limiting Russian capabilities and expects quick action from Ukrainian institutions.

President Volodymyr Zelensky commented on Ukraine's withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention, calling it a signal to countries bordering Russia. He noted that anti-personnel mines are an effective means of defense, as Russia, which is not a party to the convention, cynically uses them.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy posthumously awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine to pilot Maksym Ustymenko. The relevant decree has been published on the President's website.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine clarified the country's withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention on the Prohibition of Anti-personnel Mines. The reason cited was Russia's widespread use of these mines since 2014 and the unequal situation that limits Ukraine's right to self-defense.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree on Ukraine's withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention, which prohibits anti-personnel mines. The decision of the National Security and Defense Council, adopted on June 29, 2025, comes into force on the day of its publication.

President Zelenskyy signed a decree enacting the National Security and Defense Council's decision on Ukraine's withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention. This step allows the use, accumulation, and production of anti-personnel mines.

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul warned against underestimating the threat Russia poses to Germany, calling the aggression against Ukraine the biggest security threat to Europe. He emphasized the need to increase defense spending and continue supporting Kyiv.

Lieutenant Colonel Maksym Ustymenko, an F-16 pilot born in 1993, died while repelling a massive Russian air attack, having destroyed seven aerial targets. He was a classmate of pilot Andriy "Juice" Pilshchykov, who died in 2023.

President Zelenskyy ordered to clarify the details of the death of F-16 pilot Maksym Ustymenko, who destroyed seven aerial targets during the attack. The President also discussed the need to strengthen Ukraine's air defense after massive enemy strikes.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented the highest state awards on the occasion of Ukraine's Constitution Day, honoring military personnel, volunteers, medics, and educators. Polish President Andrzej Duda also received the Order of Freedom.

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and Polish President Andrzej Duda discussed strengthening sanctions against Russia, supporting Ukraine through the SAFE and ReArm Europe initiatives, and the importance of strengthening Ukrainian air defense. They also touched upon the issue of using frozen Russian assets.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced his refusal to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, claiming that Zelenskyy hates him. Fico believes that Ukraine's EU membership is beneficial for Slovakia.