Ukraine
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Experts emphasize the importance of preventive treatment of tuberculosis for risk groups. In Ukraine, conditions have been created for free diagnosis and treatment according to international standards.
The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports a massive movement of enemy UAVs in many regions of Ukraine. Residents are urged to take shelter and be vigilant, especially in the northern and western regions.
Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron discussed peaceful settlement and the efforts of the US and Ukraine. They also spoke about increasing aid to Ukraine and maintaining international support.
The military is recording active movement of enemy drones over Chernihiv, Sumy, Poltava, Dnipropetrovsk, Kherson and other regions. Residents are urged not to ignore the alarm.
Since the beginning of the day, 123 combat clashes have taken place. Russian invaders launched 70 air strikes and dropped 96 guided aerial bombs.
Four more children have been returned to Ukraine from the temporarily occupied territories. Among those rescued are a 14-year-old girl and a 15-year-old boy who were persecuted.
Donald Trump announced an agreement on a ceasefire and announced more details on Monday. He stressed the importance of stopping the bloodshed and the huge costs to the United States.
Donald Trump stated that his promise of a quick end to the war in Ukraine was sarcastic. He added that he still intends to resolve the conflict and believes he can negotiate with Putin.
G7 foreign ministers expressed support for Ukraine, called for a ceasefire and discussed additional sanctions against Russia. They condemned Russia's military assistance from the DPRK and Iran.
Andriy Yermak held a video meeting with advisors from Northern European and Baltic countries. They discussed the results of negotiations in Jeddah and security guarantees for Ukraine.
The Russian army launched a missile strike on the center of a residential area in Kryvyi Rih. The head of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional State Administration reported that this is another proof of the Russians' war against civilians.
The French President spoke with Zelensky and the British Prime Minister to discuss a ceasefire proposal. Macron noted that Russian aggression must stop.
The President of Ukraine spoke with Macron about monitoring the silence and further diplomatic steps. A conversation with Erdogan about peace initiatives is also planned.
Marco Rubio, without directly answering about trust in Putin, noted the "positive interaction" between representatives of the United States and Russia. He expressed cautious optimism, emphasizing the importance of actions, not statements.
Canada has increased its contribution to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund to EUR 40. 1 million. The funds will be used to restore energy facilities and support critical infrastructure.
25 battles took place in the Pokrovsky direction, 17 in the Lyman direction. The enemy carried out the most air strikes in the Kursk direction, dropping 25 guided bombs.
The President of Ukraine announced the preparation of a framework agreement on mineral resources and a deeper agreement with specific figures, which must be ratified by the Verkhovna Rada.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that both Russia and Ukraine will have to make territorial concessions in future peace talks.
Putin said he was aware of Trump's call to "spare" Ukrainian soldiers in the Kursk region. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine denied fakes about the encirclement of Ukrainian units.
Austrian Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger announced the allocation of 5 million euros to Ukraine for demining during her visit to Kyiv. Austria will also provide 2 million euros for the "Grain from Ukraine" initiative.
The President stated that there is an opportunity to quickly end the war. Ukraine is ready for an immediate ceasefire proposed by the US, but Putin is putting forward unacceptable conditions.
The President of Ukraine held talks with spiritual leaders, discussing ways to achieve peace and release prisoners.
In the Sumy region, border guards, together with the Defense Forces, stopped the breakthrough of the Russian DRG, which was trying to advance deep into the territory. The invaders are trying to enter the Sumy region in small groups.
Leading German parties have agreed on a financial package for defense and infrastructure. An increase in aid to Ukraine by three billion euros has also been agreed.
Olga Stefanishyna reminded that the decision on Ukraine's membership in NATO is made by all members of the Alliance. Ukraine is already part of the security space.
The White House corrected Trump's statement: it was not him, but Steve Witkoff, who spoke with Putin. He discussed a ceasefire in Ukraine with the Russian leadership in Moscow.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine denied the Russian fakes about the alleged encirclement of Ukrainian units in the Kursk region. According to the command, this is a manipulation for the purpose of political pressure on Ukraine and partners.
The EU Council has extended individual sanctions against Russia. 3 deceased persons have been removed from the list and 4 persons have not been renewed, but the EU is ready to increase pressure on Russia.
Bloomberg reports that Rutte answered "uh-huh" to the question of whether Trump rejected the possibility of Ukraine joining NATO. He also stated the need to normalize relations with Russia after the war.