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President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated his readiness for a third meeting with Russia only if leaders participate. The desired format is negotiations involving Ukraine, Russia, and the USA at the highest level.

President Zelenskyy announced expectations of a decision regarding the 18th package of sanctions against Russia and the US's proximity to implementing them. Ukraine is also working on joint drone production with several countries, including Denmark and Germany.

The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Italy signed a Declaration of Intent within the framework of the Tallinn Mechanism. Italy will allocate 1 million euros to strengthen Ukraine's cyber resilience and post-war recovery.

The President stated that Ukraine will be ready to open other clusters of negotiations on accession to the European Union this year.

President Zelenskyy announced the signing of about 200 agreements totaling 10 billion euros at the Ukraine Recovery Conference. This demonstrates partners' trust in Ukraine and serves as a signal for Italian and other businesses.

The European Commission announced a new financial support package for Ukraine worth €2. 3 billion, which includes grants and loan guarantees. The funds will be directed towards supporting businesses, investments, urban reconstruction, energy security, and critical infrastructure.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the creation of the European Flagship Fund for the Reconstruction of Ukraine.

The President stated that Russia launches hundreds of drones, including modified "Shaheds", to sow fear and force Ukrainians to flee the country. This happens constantly, destroying homes, schools, and lives across Ukraine.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni emphasized the importance of achieving justice for Ukraine, which has been suffering from war for over three years. She also stressed the need to rebuild destroyed schools and hospitals.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome. He will speak at the plenary session alongside leaders from Italy, Germany, the European Commission, and Poland.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg. The parties discussed weapons supplies, strengthening air defense, and sanction pressure on Russia, including secondary sanctions against buyers of Russian oil.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Italy Sergio Mattarella in Rome. Issues discussed included the return of Ukrainian children, European integration, sanctions against Russia, and the creation of a Special Tribunal.

Italian President Sergio Mattarella met with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Rome, assuring support for Ukraine and expressing hope for a swift start to negotiations regarding EU accession. He emphasized that Ukraine's security is linked to Europe's security.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy began a meeting with President Donald Trump's special envoy, Keith Kellogg, in Italy. Kellogg arrived in Rome as part of the US delegation to the International Conference on Ukraine's Recovery.

Italy plans to allocate 300 million euros to support small and medium-sized enterprises involved in the reconstruction of Ukraine. This initiative will be presented at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome, where over 4,000 delegates are expected.

President Zelenskyy discussed war and peace talks with Pope Leo XIV. The Vatican confirmed its readiness to host representatives of Ukraine and Russia for possible negotiations.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Italy and held an audience with Pope Leo XIV in Castel Gandolfo. The meeting was confirmed by Sky TG24 and journalist Jacopo Jacoboni.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Rome for a meeting with Italian President Sergio Mattarella. A meeting with Pope Leo XIV is also possible, and on July 10-11, a conference on Ukraine's recovery will take place.

President Zelenskyy has formed Ukraine's delegation to participate in the Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC 2025) in Rome. The delegation will be headed by First Vice Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, and will include ministers from key agencies.

18-year-old Ukrainian student Maria Bugayova was found dead in Apulia, Italy, near a tourist complex where she was interning. The girl disappeared on July 4, and her body was found hanged.

Mass strikes at Italian airports on July 10, including easyJet pilots and baggage handlers, could disrupt tourists' plans. Some flights are protected, but others may be canceled, causing delays and long queues.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will open a conference on Ukraine's reconstruction in Rome this week, together with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The event aims to mobilize investments, particularly from the private sector, for Ukraine.

In 2024, the gender gap in employment in the EU cultural sector narrowed to 0. 8 percentage points, reaching its lowest level in a decade. However, women in the cultural sector are more likely to receive low wages than men.

President Zelenskyy instructed Defense Minister Umerov to prepare for the next "Ramstein" meetings in various formats. Ukraine expects new steps for stability from the format in August-September.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with Italian President Sergio Mattarella at the Quirinal Palace on July 9. This meeting will take place ahead of the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome.

Danish Economy Minister Stephanie Lose warned that a massive increase in military spending in the EU could pose a serious risk to the bloc's financial stability. This applies to countries that do not control the reduction of budget deficits and public debt.

A powerful storm hit northern Italy after a heatwave, causing the death of a 63-year-old woman in Robecchetto con Induno due to a falling tree. Firefighters responded to about 50 weather-related emergencies.

BlackRock Inc. stopped seeking investors for a multi-billion dollar Ukraine reconstruction fund earlier this year after Donald Trump won the US presidential election. The fund was supposed to raise at least $500 million from countries and $2 billion from private investors.

The United States of America is considering imposing 17% tariffs on agricultural exports from the European Union. European officials are trying to negotiate exemptions for certain goods, including aircraft parts and alcohol.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that the US has not stopped supplying weapons to Ukraine, but has only reviewed the supply of specific components. This happened after Meloni's conversation with Donald Trump, where issues of Ukraine and customs were discussed.