Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Herman Smetanin announced the end of his work as CEO of Ukroboronprom. The resignation came amid announced personnel decisions following the detonation of warehouses in Vyshneve.
The parliament supported the resignation of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko along with the Cabinet of Ministers with 258 votes. The successor will temporarily be Denys Shmyhal.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the Ukrainian military continues to impose "long-range sanctions" on Russia. He thanked the units of the SSO, SBU, SBS, GUR, and Navy for strikes on oil refineries, ships, and tankers of the "shadow fleet".
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a law on the new award "Order of Europe" for merits in European integration. 271 deputies voted for Zelenskyy's initiative.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russian ballistic missiles will soon be able to reach 5,000 km. He emphasized the need for a European missile defense system and the creation of the FREYJA anti-ballistic shield.
The future prime minister is holding consultations with candidates for ministerial positions. The president will also join the negotiations, which will continue on July 15.
Verkhovna Rada deputy Yaroslav Zheleznyak confirmed that Yulia Svyrydenko may refuse the position of ambassador to the United States. She plans to discuss her future with President Zelenskyy this evening.
A group of Ukrainian servicemen took part in the annual parade on the Champs-Élysées. They marched at the end, receiving warm applause.
In Russia, the fuel shortage has reached such proportions that Putin has stopped promising to solve the problem. The Center for Countering Disinformation states that the Kremlin has lost control of the situation.
The parliamentary committee supported Yulia Svyrydenko's statement on resignation from the post of head of government. The vote in the Verkhovna Rada is scheduled for today, where her report will also take place.
President Zelenskyy reacted to the night attack by the Russian Federation, during which 135 drones and 10 missiles, including ballistic ones, were launched. He emphasized the need for the adoption of the 21st EU sanctions package and agreements on European anti-ballistic defense.
Moldova and North Macedonia have joined the Coalition of the Willing. Zelenskyy announced that the next meeting will take place in Ukraine.
At the meeting of the "Coalition of the Willing," the President of Ukraine requested an aid package of 300 missiles for Patriot systems. He emphasized that this would strengthen air defense and reduce Russia's reasons to prolong the war.
Macron announced the transfer of Rafale fighter jets to Ukraine in 2028-2029. Ukraine also received licenses to produce SCALP missiles, Aster-30, and AASM Hammer guided aerial bombs.
US President Donald Trump recommended that the Governor of South Carolina appoint Senator Lindsey Graham's sister to his seat after his death. The senator died of sudden cardiac arrest after returning from Kyiv.
President Zelenskyy stated that the existing anti-ballistic missile capabilities are insufficient, and the number of ballistic missiles will increase. Ukraine proposed to European leaders the creation of a joint air defense system FREYJA, offering its own interceptor missile.
The President of Ukraine hopes to see FREYJA in operation within 12 months. Nine European countries have joined the project, and Ukraine provides the interceptor missile.
Head of the "Servant of the People" faction David Arakhamia reported that the Verkhovna Rada will consider the resignation statement of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko at the next meeting. He thanked Svyrydenko for her work and expressed support for the directions of changing the political strategy announced by the President.
President Zelenskyy announced that the FREYJA project will involve the Ukrainian company Fire Point and European companies, including Thales, HENSOLDT, Saab.
President Zelenskyy stated that the joint FREYJA system will strengthen the defense of Ukraine and Europe. He believes that this, together with strikes on the Russian economy, will force Putin to sit down for negotiations.
In Paris, Ukraine and nine European countries signed a declaration on the creation of a defense coalition for a joint air defense system. The coalition will combine the defense-industrial base and experience, including Ukraine's unique experience in defending against Russian aggression.
President Zelenskyy awarded Macron the Order of Liberty for his support. The leaders coordinated positions ahead of coalition meetings and discussed strengthening air defense.
Ukraine initiated the creation of the Integrated Coalition for Missile Defense, which nine European countries have officially joined. The coalition will work on building the pan-European anti-ballistic shield Freyja.
The Verkhovna Rada on July 14 plans to consider the dismissal of Yulia Svyrydenko from the post of Prime Minister. Appointments in the government are expected on Wednesday, an MP reported.
In Paris, the presentation of the anti-ballistic coalition dedicated to the creation of the European shield FREYJA has begun.
Due to Ukrainian strikes, Russia's oil refining volume has dropped to 3. 91 million barrels per day, the lowest level since March 2005. This has caused a fuel crisis, shortages, and queues at gas stations.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Paris for a meeting with Emmanuel Macron ahead of the Coalition of the Willing summit.
The Ukrainian defense company unveiled the FP-7. x interceptor missile, which will serve as the basis for the FREYJA anti-ballistic system. President Zelenskyy will present this system at the meeting of the Anti-Ballistic Coalition in France.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in France to present the Anti-Ballistic Program. He will hold meetings with Macron and the Coalition of the Willing.
Personnel changes in the Cabinet of Ministers are functional, not political, aimed at strengthening the energy sector and housing and communal services. The expert believes that key appointments are related to preparation for the heating season under wartime conditions.