Ukraine

The US Department of Defense continues to provide Donald Trump with recommendations on military aid to Ukraine, analyzing and adjusting the approach to achieve the goal of ending the war. The review of arms supplies is aimed at aligning with US defense priorities, but details regarding the types of weapons and timelines are not disclosed.

The Ukrnafta PJSC gas station in Berezyna, Hlybochytsia community, sustained minor damage from explosions but continues to operate. Emergency services are working at the scene where there are casualties, and traffic is difficult.

The number of people injured in the explosion at the enterprise near Zhytomyr on July 2 increased to 24, including four children. Two people died, one body has been recovered, the search for the other continues.

Explosions occurred in the Zhytomyr region, completely destroying two production facilities. As a result of the incident, many residential buildings were destroyed and people were injured.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with representatives of American companies, emphasizing the importance of their work in Ukraine and support in relations with the USA. He stressed that American systems in Ukraine protect not only people but also businesses.

The incident with the explosion on the M-06 "Kyiv—Chop" highway in the Zhytomyr region is under the personal control of the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. A relief headquarters has been deployed at the scene, with rescuers and other specialists working.

Since the beginning of the day, 140 combat engagements have taken place at the front, and the occupiers have used 1206 kamikaze drones. The enemy launched two missile and 50 air strikes, carrying out almost 4000 shellings.

Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak held a conversation with the Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee of the US Congress, Brian Mast. They discussed defense support for Ukraine, strengthening air defense, the visit of the Ukrainian delegation to the USA, and the situation in the Middle East.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine reacted to the appearance of caricatures of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Hungary. The Hungarian government is accused of distracting attention from economic problems.

A photo of the Russian passport of Metropolitan Orest Berezovsky of the UOC-MP, known as Onufriy, has been published online. This confirms his Russian citizenship, despite the UOC's statements to the contrary.

President Zelenskyy announced the preparation of new agreements with Denmark and other partners regarding the joint production of weapons and drones. News regarding interceptor drones is also being prepared.

President Zelenskyy heard reports from the Ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs regarding relations with the United States. Details of the supply of defense support, including air defense components, were discussed against the backdrop of the US cessation of supplying certain types of weapons.

In June 2025, Russia attacked Ukraine with over 330 missiles, including almost 80 ballistic ones, and over 5,000 drones. This underscores the urgent need to strengthen Ukraine's air defense, according to Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha.

President Zelenskyy commented on the deprivation of citizenship of UOC-MP figure Orest Berezovsky (Onufriy). He emphasized that individuals who support or justify Russian aggression have no place in Ukraine.

An enemy drone attacked the Sumy community around 6:00 PM, hitting the Kovpakivskyi district. The blast wave damaged the windows of a shuttle bus, several private cars, and a residential building; there are no casualties.

The United States has halted the supply of several important types of weapons to Ukraine, including Patriot interceptors and high-precision shells. The decision, made in early June, is due to concerns about Washington's own military readiness.

Ombudsman Dmytro Lubynets nominated Professor Olena Ivanovska of Kyiv National University for the position of language ombudsman. He noted that the current ombudsman, Taras Kremin, must leave office in accordance with the law.

Ukraine has returned a group of teenagers from the temporarily occupied territories as part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative. The children were under pressure, without access to Ukrainian education, and under threat of mobilization.

Dmytro Lubinets outlined the duties of the military ombudsman, who will deal with violations of military rights during service. This includes failure to respond to reports and service violations, while mobilization issues remain with the Verkhovna Rada Commissioner for Human Rights.

Russian occupiers launched experimental naval drones in the direction of the city of Pivdenne, Odesa region, but they detonated without reaching the territorial waters of Ukraine. The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense, Kyrylo Budanov, confirmed that the raid yielded no results.

YouTube has blocked the channels of ex-MP Ihor Mosiychuk and MP Artem Dmytruk in Ukraine. Both spread information consistent with Russian propaganda and are under NSDC sanctions.

The MHP-Gromadi Charitable Foundation and the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation announced the results of the "Culture in the Focus of Communities" competition. 14 projects from all regions of Ukraine will receive funding from UAH 500,000 to UAH 1 million for the implementation of their ideas.

Prosecutors and the SBU exposed a scheme that caused the state losses of over UAH 33 million due to incomplete assembly of large-caliber rifles. A former Ministry of Defense official and a company head have been notified of suspicion.

The company "Alakor City" with a Russian owner is for the second time claiming to manage the "Gulliver" shopping mall. Experts warn about corruption risks and the responsibility of ARMA head Olena Duma in case the company wins.

The Cabinet of Ministers allowed changing the terms of state contracts for the procurement of UAVs and EW after their conclusion. A price increase of up to 20% is allowed in case of changes in technical solutions at the customer's request.

Ukraine is negotiating with potential mediator countries for the return of civilian hostages, including Crimean political prisoners.

Polish police uncovered an international group that kidnapped migrants in Poland and Latvia, demanding ransom. Among those detained are four Ukrainian citizens who were legally residing in Poland.

The reform of state regulation of drug prices in Ukraine, which started at the beginning of 2025, did not achieve its goal of making medicines cheaper. The ban on marketing agreements led to an increase in prices and super-profits for pharmaceutical manufacturers, and the National Catalog did not reduce the cost of medicines.

Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets refuted information about Ukraine not returning Ukrainian prisoners deported by Russia, stating that all Ukrainian citizens are on the list for return. 45 Ukrainian citizens of this category are blocked at the Russian-Georgian border, regarding whom a letter has been sent to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to expedite verification.

Ukraine will have enough stocks of weapons and missiles for Western systems until the end of summer, after which a critical moment may come. Stopping the supply of Patriot, GMLRS, and AIM-7 may lead to a loss of effectiveness of air defense and HIMARS.