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.
The President signed a decree dismissing Vsevolod Chentsov from the post of Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the EU. He assumed the position of Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration.
Andriy Sybiha held talks with Johann Wadephul. The sides coordinated efforts to restore freedom of navigation and strengthen Ukraine's air defense.
Ukraine has requested an urgent meeting of the UN Security Council on July 27 due to russian attacks on civilian vessels in the Black Sea. Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha stated that russia is holding global food security hostage.
President Zelenskyy stated that Putin's entourage signals to Ukraine about his responsibility for the war. He emphasized that Ukraine is ready for peace and is working on a dignified end to the war.
The UNESCO World Heritage Committee confirmed the status of three Ukrainian sites that are under threat due to the armed aggression of the Russian Federation. Among them are St. Sophia Cathedral, the historic center of Lviv, and Odesa.
President Zelenskyy met with Prime Minister Koretsky, discussing the update of the government's personnel policy. The priorities are honest recording of the implementation of resilience plans and accelerating work by August.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed a good and important conversation with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. They discussed intensifying diplomacy to bring a dignified peace closer.
The Ministry of Energy refuted information about fixing increases in gas and electricity tariffs from 2027. It was emphasized that the memorandum only provides for the preparation of a roadmap for energy sector reform by the end of 2026.
On July 23, the consulate of Ukraine in Poznań will begin receiving its first visitors. About 170,000 Ukrainians live in the region, who need consular services.
Oleksii Stalker stated that those who do not serve talk the most about army reform. He named Shabunin, Mokryk, and Nikolov as examples of fictitiously discharged or reserved individuals.
The President of Ukraine held a conversation with the special representatives of the US President. They discussed ideas for restoring diplomatic efforts to end the war.
