Ukraine
President Zelenskyy met with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin in Kyiv. The leaders honored the memory of fallen Ukrainian defenders.
Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi confirmed the start of work on the 2027 Budget. Ministries must prepare proposals by July 31 regarding the main parameters of the document.
The European Union agreed on the 21st package of sanctions against Russia, despite disputes. The package includes restrictions on banks, the shadow fleet, and for the first time a ban on entry for Russian military personnel.
Ukrainian manufacturers are already creating laser systems capable of striking drones. The Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine stated that such systems will appear in the coming months.
The SBU has identified 6 instances of Russia using depleted uranium munitions in "Geran-2" drones in Chernihiv region. The radiation background exceeded the norm by 80 times, posing a threat to health.
The enemy struck Pavlohrad, damaging a food industry enterprise. Three people died, at least ten were injured.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha held a conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of France regarding Russian attacks in the Black Sea. The sides discussed the need for an international response to protect navigation and grain exports.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio believes that new concepts are needed to end the war in Ukraine. He emphasized that the U.S. is ready to seek a compromise when the opportunity arises.
As a result of hostilities and shelling of energy facilities, consumers in Donetsk, Kharkiv, and Chernihiv regions were temporarily left without electricity supply. No power outage schedules are forecast for July 23.
Micheál Martin is in Kyiv today for talks with the President of Ukraine and the new Prime Minister. They discuss the war, EU support, and Ukraine's accession to the bloc.
In 2026, about 3,000 people will be able to receive supported living services under the new model. The state will fund a specific person, not institutions.
In Brussels, the 21st EU sanctions package was approved, which blocks Russia's revenue streams and its shadow fleet. Greece lifted its blockade after concessions regarding the transportation of Russian LNG.
The European Union on July 22 gave the 'green light' to the 21st package of sanctions against Russia. Greece lifted its blockade after concessions on the transportation of Russian LNG.
The authorities of Lower Saxony allowed Framatome to produce fuel assemblies with components from the Russian "Rosatom". The permit includes strict restrictions to prevent espionage, but has drawn criticism from politicians.
The occupation authorities recognize housing as "ownerless" after owners refuse to re-register it under Russian legislation. Only in 2025-2026, 151 complaints were received about illegal "nationalization" of property.
The decision was made at the 48th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Busan. This confirms the threats due to the Russian occupation of Crimea and illegal excavations.
The hottest direction remains Pokrovsk. There, Ukrainian troops repelled 42 assaults by Russian occupiers in a day.
One of the NATO allies has approached Poland regarding MiG-29 fighters. Deputy Minister of Defence Paweł Zalewski confirmed this, emphasizing the priority of negotiations with Ukraine.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Manila. They discussed U.S.-Russia relations and the need to end the war in Ukraine.
EU will allow Dynagas to continue transporting Russian LNG to third countries for 12 months. A compromise was reached after resistance from Athens, which defended the interests of the Greek shipowner.
The COELA working group did not approve the results of the screening of clusters 2 and 3 due to Hungary's position. The issue has been postponed to September 1, making it impossible to open a new cluster before the summer break.
On the night of July 23, Russia launched a ballistic missile and 5 guided missiles at Ukraine. Air defense forces neutralized two missiles and 154 drones.
The State Duma of the Russian Federation adopted a law allowing citizens with criminal records to sign contracts with the Ministry of Defense. ISW analysts believe that the Kremlin is preparing to announce mobilization and possible civil unrest.
On July 22, Russian troops lost 1,460 military personnel and 1,688 drones. Total losses from 24.02.22 to 23.07.26 amount to 1,434,690 people.
Prime Minister Serhiy Koretsky ordered all ministries to conduct a rapid analysis of their work and submit proposals for optimization. The State Audit Service may be involved in the inspections.
On Thursday, July 23, moderate rains and thunderstorms are expected in the south of Ukraine, significant in Odesa region and Crimea. In the rest of the territory there will be no precipitation, daytime temperature 21-26°.
Russian dictator Putin resorts to petty manipulations with numbers to paint a positive picture where there is none. The CPD claims: since the start of the invasion of Ukraine, Russia has been lurching from one crisis to another, and only Putin's decision can end this.
July 23 marks World Whale and Dolphin Day, established in 1986. In Ukraine, according to the new calendar, the Pochayiv Icon of the Mother of God is venerated.
The UN has presented the Response Plan for the autumn-winter period 2026-2027, which provides $358 million for 2. 1 million Ukrainians. The aid will include heating, housing repairs, medical and food support.
Head of the Office of the President Kyrylo Budanov stated readiness for cooperation with the US after a meeting with the ambassador to NATO. The sides discussed licensing the production of missiles for Patriot and the situation on the front.