Ukraine
President Zelenskyy announced that the FREYJA project will involve the Ukrainian company Fire Point and European companies, including Thales, HENSOLDT, Saab.
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk announced the receipt of a resignation letter from Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. The parliament will consider the issue in the near future.
President Zelenskyy stated that the joint FREYJA system will strengthen the defense of Ukraine and Europe. He believes that this, together with strikes on the Russian economy, will force Putin to sit down for negotiations.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced an agreement that opens access for British defense companies to contracts within the European support program for Ukraine worth €90 billion. The program provides €60 billion for Ukraine's defense needs in 2026-2027.
In Paris, Ukraine and nine European countries signed a declaration on the creation of a defense coalition for a joint air defense system. The coalition will combine the defense-industrial base and experience, including Ukraine's unique experience in defending against Russian aggression.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha together with First Lady Olena Zelenska will hold a meeting with the UNESCO Director-General. They will discuss the protection of Ukraine's cultural heritage and strategic partnership.
EU diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas did not answer when the 21st package of sanctions against russia will be adopted, noting that work is ongoing. She emphasized that she wants the package to be strong due to the constant attacks on civilians in Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy awarded Macron the Order of Liberty for his support. The leaders coordinated positions ahead of coalition meetings and discussed strengthening air defense.
Ukraine initiated the creation of the Integrated Coalition for Missile Defense, which nine European countries have officially joined. The coalition will work on building the pan-European anti-ballistic shield Freyja.
The North Atlantic Council condemned Russia's cyber attacks that threaten the security of the Alliance. NATO called on Russia to cease its actions and is strengthening its own cyber defense.
The Ministry of Defense has codified and authorized the use of a record 413 unmanned aerial systems since the beginning of 2026. This is 30% more than in the same period of 2025.
The Verkhovna Rada on July 14 plans to consider the dismissal of Yulia Svyrydenko from the post of Prime Minister. Appointments in the government are expected on Wednesday, an MP reported.
Ruslan Kravchenko announced a shift from the "process for the sake of process" model to a "result" model.
Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz stated that Ukrainians of conscription age in Poland should return to Ukraine and join the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He also criticized some Ukrainians for their luxurious lifestyle abroad.
Due to Ukrainian strikes, Russia's oil refining volume has dropped to 3. 91 million barrels per day, the lowest level since March 2005. This has caused a fuel crisis, shortages, and queues at gas stations.
On July 13, the EU Council added the Russian company VK and the messenger MAX to the sanctions list. They are accused of cyberattacks and transferring user data to the Russian authorities.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Paris for a meeting with Emmanuel Macron ahead of the Coalition of the Willing summit.
The Ukrainian defense company unveiled the FP-7. x interceptor missile, which will serve as the basis for the FREYJA anti-ballistic system. President Zelenskyy will present this system at the meeting of the Anti-Ballistic Coalition in France.
In the coming hours and until the end of the day on July 13, thunderstorms are expected in most of Ukraine. The thunderstorm front, as indicated, will persist into the next day.
Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov reported on a new delivery of mobile F-16 simulators. The simulators are designed specifically for Ukrainian pilots and will allow increasing the intensity of training.
The Office of the Prosecutor General reported suspicion against two Russians for abuse of Ukrainian prisoners of war in correctional colony No. 7. Among the torturers are medic Vyacheslav Cherdantsev and prisoner Yaroslav Kirilov.
Personnel changes in the Cabinet of Ministers are functional, not political, aimed at strengthening the energy sector and housing and communal services. The expert believes that key appointments are related to preparation for the heating season under wartime conditions.
On July 13, 2026, repair work will be carried out on the Moldovan side of the Mohyliv-Podilskyi – Otaci checkpoint. Possible suspension of vehicle passage.
The Ukrainian delegation led by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Paris. On Monday, he will take part in a meeting of the "coalition of the willing" with over 25 leaders.
Germany summoned the Russian ambassador over cyberattacks against Germany, the EU, and Ukraine. The EU imposed sanctions against nine individuals and four organizations involved in cyber operations.
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha appealed to Polish law enforcement over the incident in Bielsko-Biała, where a man insulted Ukrainian teenagers. The police detained the suspect, who turned out to be a driver of a local carrier.
The European Commission plans to amend the Temporary Protection Directive for Ukrainian refugees in July. New applicants will have to provide a certificate from the Ukrainian authorities stating that they are not subject to mobilization.
President Zelenskyy reported the detention of 10 individuals, including the former commander of the 155th brigade, for the murder of two residents of the village of Kalynivka in Kyiv region. Minister Klymenko also added that law enforcement officers detained the 10th suspect in this case.
After mass expulsion from Europe, Russian intelligence officers relocated their espionage activities to Japan. They steal high-tech components for the Russian military-industrial complex.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed damage to two primary oil refining units at the "Syzran" plant in the Samara region of the Russian Federation. Also, seven tankers and other vessels in the Sea of Azov were struck.