Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Guido Crosetto stated that Ukraine has won because it never wanted to invade Russia, but is only defending itself. He recalled that four years ago everyone thought Russia would reach Kyiv in a week.
Serhiy "Flash" Beskrestnov reported on testing new electronic warfare systems to suppress control channels of "Shaheds". Zelenskyy identified countering jet drones as one of the most important tasks.
Former Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov congratulated Mykhailo Drapatyi on his appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, calling it new air and hope. He also thanked former Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi for the defense of Kyiv region and the Kharkiv operation.
Newly appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Mykhailo Drapatyi expressed gratitude to the President and the Minister of Defense. He promised to work responsibly and with respect for the defenders of the state.
Advisor to the head of state Dmytro Lytvyn reported that President Zelenskyy and Mykhailo Fedorov will likely continue negotiations. Earlier Zelenskyy offered Fedorov a position in the government.
President Zelenskyy offered Mykhailo Fedorov a position that will unite the technological component of the state. People's Deputy Zheleznyak suggests that this could be a Deputy Prime Minister for military tech or an Advisor to the President.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the appointment of Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Dmytro Lytvyn stated that the position of the President of Ukraine regarding the information about the possible dismissal of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi will be announced soon.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Mykhailo Fedorov. Details of the meeting are currently unknown.
The President heard a report from the commander of the Joint Forces Operation "East" regarding the situation around Sloviansk, Kostiantynivka and Druzhkivka. Priority needs and ways to strengthen assault units were identified.
President Zelenskyy met with commanders of army corps and discussed preparations for various scenarios of developments in the Chernihiv-Kyiv direction. They also considered the needs for strengthening frontline air defense.
President Zelenskyy continued his communication with army corps commanders regarding front-line needs and border protection. They discussed the defense of Kherson, Nikopol, and the strengthening of air defense.
Russia launched airstrikes on Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, and Kherson, hitting residential buildings and a park. The President emphasized the need for a new EU sanctions package and rapid arms deliveries.
Laura Loomer, a Trump supporter, admitted that Russian media misled her. She saw evidence of Russian crimes in Bucha and called for a reconsideration of views.
President Zelenskyy gathered weapons manufacturers and corps commanders at the Staff meeting for the first time. They agreed on a regular communication format coordinated by the Ministry of Defense and the National Security and Defense Council.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that it was a surprise for him to learn about the conflict with former Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov. He described their relationship as working and called not to politicize the war.
President Zelenskyy is discussing replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The media names Major General Mykhailo Drapaty as a possible successor.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Andy Burnham. The parties agreed on further cooperation, in particular within the framework of the Anti-Ballistic Coalition.
Andy Burnham, the new Prime Minister of Britain, expressed unwavering support for Ukraine in a conversation with President Zelenskyy. He assured that he will be 100% with Ukraine, just like the previous prime minister.
President Zelenskyy held meetings with commanders Prokopenko, Obolensky, and Apostol. They discussed prisoner exchanges and the widespread use of drones.
Dmytro Lytvyn stated that today one should not expect the appointment of a new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He urged caution regarding information from anonymous Telegram channels.
Head of the OP Kyrylo Budanov commented on the personnel changes, stating that the situation is being resolved professionally. He called for calm and not to succumb to enemy provocations.
The President of Ukraine met with Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, thanking him for prayers and support. They discussed diplomatic efforts to end the war and return abducted children.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held meetings with senior military officers Andriy Biletsky, Volodymyr Horbatiuk and Mykhailo Drapatyi. They discussed the strategy for the defense of Ukraine and interaction with partners.
SBU special forces struck the FSB coordination center in a boarding house in occupied Kherson region. As a result of the attack by 13 drones, a large-scale fire broke out.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will hold a series of meetings with military personnel of various levels today. This was reported by the President's Communications Advisor Dmytro Lytvyn.
President Zelenskyy confirmed the operation of "long-range sanctions" against logistics facilities and an oil depot in the Moscow region. Also in the Black Sea, two tankers and four dry cargo ships were hit.
Satellite images from Planet Labs dated July 19 show a likely destroyed Tu-95 bomber at the Engels-2 airbase. Analysts at AviVector recorded catastrophic damage to the tail section of the aircraft.
Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha stated that Russia deliberately attacks civilian vessels. A Ukrainian pilot and four crew members were killed, eight were evacuated.
The President of Ukraine held meetings with the commanders of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, where they discussed the situation in the Sumy, Kharkiv, Luhansk and Donetsk directions. The main priorities are air defense and drone production.