Istanbul
Andriy Yermak reported that Russia provided fragmented information regarding less than a fifth of the children from a list of 339 names. There is no information about more than 200 children, including those from the Kherson Children's Home.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in a conversation with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, discussed negotiations with Russia in Istanbul and the preparation of a bill to strengthen law enforcement. They also talked about prisoner exchange and diplomatic work with partners.
Political scientist Oleh Lisnyi believes that the negotiations in Istanbul are a continuation of Russia's mockery of Donald Trump.
President Zelenskyy reported on Russia's night attack with 103 attack drones and 4 missiles after talks in Istanbul. The strikes hit Odesa, Cherkasy, Kharkiv region, Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk region, Sumy region, and Mykolaiv region, killing three people in Kharkiv region.
The Ukrainian side at the Istanbul talks outlined three priorities: a complete ceasefire, organizing a meeting of the leaders of Ukraine and Russia with the participation of Trump and Erdogan, and continuing the humanitarian track. Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov noted that Ukraine is ready for a ceasefire and is awaiting a political decision from the Kremlin.
President Zelenskyy announced the completion of the ninth stage of prisoner exchange with the Russian Federation, as a result of which severely ill and seriously wounded defenders returned home. In total, over a thousand Ukrainian citizens have been returned through all stages of exchanges agreed upon in Istanbul.
The head of the Russian delegation, Vladimir Medinsky, announced proposals to Ukraine regarding the exchange of 1,200 prisoners of war, short truces, and the transfer of 3,000 bodies of fallen Ukrainian soldiers. Negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations concluded in Istanbul.
Ukraine insists on an unconditional ceasefire and the priority of a leaders' meeting and the humanitarian track. The Russian side currently does not agree to a ceasefire.
During negotiations in Turkey, Ukraine proposed a meeting between President Zelenskyy and Russian dictator Putin in August. This proposal coincides with the deadline set by Trump for finding a solution.
Yurii Kovbasa, representative of the VR Commissioner for Human Rights, announced agreements with the Russian Federation regarding the return of prisoners of war who have been in captivity for more than 3 years. Regular sanitary exchanges of prisoners of war in poor health have also been agreed upon.
In Istanbul, the Ukrainian and Russian sides reached an agreement on the exchange of not only military personnel, but also civilians. Negotiations of the delegations have already concluded.
Negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations, which began on July 23, have concluded in Istanbul. The Ukrainian delegation was led by Rustem Umerov, and the Russian one by Vladimir Medinsky.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov stated that Ukraine continues negotiations with Russia in Istanbul for the sake of lasting peace, expressing readiness for a ceasefire and a meeting of leaders. The Ukrainian delegation seeks to return all deported persons, including children, and insists on a complete ceasefire.
Negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations have started in Istanbul. The Ukrainian side intends to discuss the return of prisoners, children, a meeting of leaders, and a complete ceasefire.
A short preparatory meeting took place in Istanbul with the participation of Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov, Putin's aide Vladimir Medinsky, and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. The Ukrainian delegation aims to discuss the return of prisoners, children, and a complete ceasefire.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the Ukrainian team is already holding meetings in Turkey. The priority of negotiations with the Russians is to prepare a meeting of leaders.
Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak held a meeting in Istanbul with the Director of the National Intelligence Organization of Turkey, Ibrahim Kalin. The parties discussed issues of the defense industry and the return of prisoners, as well as Ukrainian children abducted by Russia.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will insist on an immediate ceasefire and an end to strikes on civilian infrastructure during negotiations in Turkey. Restoration work continues in the Sumy region after a Russian drone attack that left more than 220,000 subscribers without electricity.
The Russian delegation arrived in Istanbul to participate in the third round of negotiations with Ukraine. This was reported by Russian media.
The Ukrainian delegation, led by Rustem Umerov, met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara. The security situation, regional stability, and defense cooperation were discussed.
Mykhailo Podolyak stated that a real breakthrough in negotiations with Russia is possible only with strong military and sanctions pressure. The Istanbul format plays a humanitarian role and prepares the ground for future negotiations at the leaders' level.
Turkey has reached agreements with Great Britain and Germany on the acquisition of dozens of Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets. This will strengthen Ankara's defense in an unstable region, where it is also negotiating the purchase of F-16s.
Qatar could become the first Middle Eastern country to host the 2036 Olympic Games in Doha. The country already has 95% of the necessary sports infrastructure and experience hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Dmytro Peskov stated that a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin is possible only after the memorandums are agreed upon. The Ukrainian delegation, led by Rustem Umerov, has departed for Istanbul for negotiations.
The Ukrainian delegation, led by Rustem Umerov, departed for Istanbul for negotiations with the Russian side. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 PM at the Çırağan Palace.
The meeting is scheduled in the Beşiktaş district, at the Çırağan Palace.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, by decree No. 539/2025, established a delegation for peace negotiations with international partners and Russia. The negotiations will take place on July 23, 2025, in Istanbul, Turkey, under the leadership of Rustem Umerov.
Turkey hopes that the third round of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine will take place in Istanbul this week. Turkey's goal is to ensure that the dialogue between the parties continues.
The Kremlin stated the need for thorough preparation for a possible meeting between the presidents of Russia and Ukraine. Dmitry Peskov noted that it is too early to talk about high-level negotiations, but there is hope for a third round of talks this week.
President Zelenskyy instructed to form a delegation led by NSDC Secretary Rustem Umerov for negotiations with the Russian side. The next meeting is expected in the near future, Ukraine is ready to work for the liberation of people and an end to the war.