Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a phone conversation with Vladimir Putin. The parties discussed the Russia-US summit in Alaska and noted Turkey's assistance in negotiations between the Russian Federation and Ukraine in Istanbul.
A number of countries, including Italy, Switzerland, Austria, and Hungary, have expressed readiness to organize a meeting between the presidents of Ukraine and Russia. The White House is considering Budapest as the main venue for trilateral negotiations.
The President of Turkey and the NATO Secretary General discussed the peace process between Ukraine and Russia. The parties emphasized Turkey's key role and agreed on its contribution.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte confirmed that the NATO summit will be held on July 7 and 8, 2026, in Ankara. Turkey will host the Alliance's summit for the second time.
Russia has turned stolen Ukrainian grain into a profitable business. About 70 countries, including Egypt, Turkey, and Iran, are buying this wheat.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the next 15 days are critical for determining Ukraine's security guarantees. This will follow a series of high-level talks scheduled at the White House.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko discussed with Italian Ambassador Carlo Formosa the international register of damages and business protection in Ukraine.
Representatives of the "coalition of the willing" discussed security guarantees for Ukraine. Leaders reaffirmed the need for continued support for Ukraine in the war with Russia.
French President Emmanuel Macron proposes Geneva as a neutral country for a Ukraine-Russia summit. He emphasizes the importance of security guarantees for Ukraine and warns against a hasty peace.
Russians sell stolen Ukrainian grain to 70 countries, including Egypt, Turkey, and Iran. The Kremlin seeks to maintain market leadership at the expense of occupied Ukrainian territories.
Turkish President Erdogan stated that the meeting of the US and Russian leaders gave new impetus to ending the war in Ukraine. Turkey is ready to facilitate the establishment of peace.
The meeting between the US and Russian presidents in Alaska did not yield public results regarding an end to the war in Ukraine. Details of the conversations, particularly in the limousine, remained undisclosed, raising concerns about possible agreements.
Romania proposes expanding the joint mine-clearing mission with Bulgaria and Turkey in the Black Sea. The goal is to strengthen the protection of energy infrastructure and trade routes from threats posed by Russia.
Allies are considering several European cities for a possible meeting between the presidents of the USA, Ukraine, and the head of the Kremlin. The meeting location depends on the results of tomorrow's meeting in Alaska.
Ukrainian Hlib Mazur became the WAKO kickboxing champion at the 2025 World Games, winning a gold medal. Ukraine also won three bronze awards, increasing the total number of medals to 28.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine will work out mechanisms for increasing scholarships starting next year. President Zelenskyy expects details of the decision within 10 days.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with Erdogan, thanking him for his mediation. They discussed diplomatic prospects and Turkey's readiness to organize a summit with the participation of four countries.
President Zelenskyy and Erdogan discussed bilateral relations and regional issues. The Turkish leader expressed readiness to host a summit and proposed creating working groups.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova commented on the normalization of Armenian-Azerbaijani relations, emphasizing "Russia's central role. " She also expressed hope that reconciliation would be "based on a balance of interests and unconditional respect for the priorities of the parties and neighboring states."
President Zelenskyy enacted the NSDC decision on synchronizing sanctions between Ukraine and key partners. Ukraine has 100% synchronized the US sanctions for 2025, which concern Russia's energy and military-industrial complex.
The Dardanelles Strait was temporarily closed to maritime traffic due to forest fires in northwestern Turkey. The fires spread near the city of Çanakkale, where residents were evacuated.
Russia is spreading disinformation about allegedly agreed arrangements for ending the war without Ukraine's participation. Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the NSDC, refutes these statements, emphasizing Ukraine's cooperation with partners.
The Turkish Bayraktar Akıncı attack drone, equipped with a Ukrainian engine, successfully conducted test firings. The drone hit targets with the latest ALPAGUT and EREN loitering munitions.
The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan will sign a peace agreement in Washington on August 8. The agreement will grant the US exclusive rights to develop a strategic transit corridor through the South Caucasus.
Veteran Oleksiy "Stalker" reported that deputies of "European Solidarity" are on vacation abroad. Petro Poroshenko and his wife allegedly went to London, and other MPs, including Alekseev, Knyazhytsky, and Goncharenko, went abroad.
The foreign ministers of Turkey and Russia discussed the war in Ukraine and negotiations. Ankara confirmed its readiness to be a mediator in peace settlement.
Ukraine's foreign trade deficit in goods for January-July 2025 reached $22. 7 billion, which is 37.58% more than last year. Total trade turnover amounted to $69.1 billion, imports – $45.9 billion, exports – $23.2 billion.
A list of 10 contenders for the 2025 Kopa Trophy, an annual football award for players under 21, has been announced. Among the nominees are the current trophy holder Lamine Yamal, as well as Champions League winners Désiré Doué and João Neves.
July 2024 was the third hottest month on record globally. The temperature was 0.27°C cooler than the record-breaking July 2023 and 0.23°C cooler than July 2024.
Ukraine is preparing for the visit of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to Kyiv. The main topic of discussion will be the ratification of the free trade agreement between the two countries.
