President Zelenskyy announced the third round of negotiations with the Russian Federation in Istanbul on July 23, with Rustem Umerov leading the Ukrainian delegation. Ukraine insists on a truce and proposes a meeting of leaders with the participation of international mediators.
The Minister of Internal Affairs reported to President Zelenskyy on the circumstances of the death of the commander of the "Lyut" brigade, Colonel Maksym Kazban. He fought for Ukraine since 2014, leading "Lyut" in 2024.
Russia attacked Ukraine overnight with 71 Shahed-type attack UAVs. 27 drones were shot down or suppressed, another 18 did not reach their targets, but 26 drones hit 14 locations.
The General Staff reported that 167 combat engagements took place over the past day, more than half of which occurred in the Pokrovsk and Lyman directions. The enemy launched 1 missile and 167 air strikes, and used 3579 kamikaze drones.
As of the morning of July 23, 122 settlements in Ukraine are without electricity due to strong winds and rain. Kirovohrad, Kyiv, and Cherkasy regions were most affected.
US State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce stated that the 50-day period given to the Kremlin by President Trump for a deal on the war in Ukraine is a "window of opportunity," not a fixed deadline. She emphasized that the situation can change quickly.
During July 22, Zaporizhzhia Oblast suffered 456 strikes on 12 settlements, with 19 reports of destruction recorded. The attacks included airstrikes, UAVs, MLRS, and artillery shelling; no civilians were injured.
On July 22, Russian troops lost 970 soldiers, 3 tanks, and 42 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 23.07.25 amount to 1,045,220 personnel.
On July 23, cloudy weather with clearings is expected in Ukraine; an atmospheric front will cause short-term rains, thunderstorms, in places hail and squalls on the Left Bank. Air temperature will be 23-32°C, in Kyiv without precipitation, 26-28°C.
According to Martin Wolf, the outcome of the war in Ukraine will affect the future of European liberal democracy. He emphasized that Ukraine is fighting for the right to choose its own destiny, against Russia's autocracy and its desire to dominate Europe.
Ukraine has signed four new contracts for interceptor drones worth over 3 billion hryvnias. This is in addition to the already purchased volumes of drone production, including partnership procurements.
The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine has for the first time formalized the professions of military personnel in the National Classifier of Professions, creating a section "Military Personnel". This applies to military personnel and reservists of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the State Special Transport Service, and the National Guard, dividing them into officer, sergeant, and enlisted ranks.
A French Mirage-2000 fighter jet crashed in Ukraine due to equipment failure. According to the Air Force spokesman, the pilot acted competently in a crisis situation. Ihnat urged media and relevant experts not to jump to premature conclusions.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced an expected prisoner exchange with Russia on Wednesday, July 23. Ukraine is also working on the release of civilian hostages and the return of abducted children.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held meetings with the heads of NABU, SAP, the Prosecutor General's Office, and the SBU, emphasizing the need to cleanse the anti-corruption infrastructure of Russian influence. He stressed the importance of inevitable punishment and the investigation of cases involving billions that have been "hanging" for years.
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, commented on President Zelenskyy's signing of law No. 12414, which regulates the activities of NABU and SAP. He emphasized that Ukraine will be saved by a strong military and institutions, and internal contradictions should be resolved through open dialogue.
The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs recommends its citizens to immediately leave Russia due to the war in Ukraine and Russia's recognition of Poland as an unfriendly state. The possibilities of providing assistance to Polish citizens are becoming limited, and individuals with dual citizenship may be subject to mobilization.
On July 22, 131 combat engagements took place at the front, the enemy launched 51 air strikes and used 1218 kamikaze drones. On the Pokrovsk direction, 131 occupiers were eliminated and a significant amount of enemy equipment was destroyed.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko stated that NABU is not subordinate to him, and SAP remains a department of the Prosecutor General's Office. He also promised not to take the case of former minister Chernyshov from SAP, which is investigating it.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed law No. 12414, which regulates the activities of NABU and SAPO. The document grants the Prosecutor General the right to give instructions to pre-trial investigation bodies, including NABU and SAPO, as well as access to their materials.
Head of the SBU Vasyl Maliuk stated that Ruslan Magomedrasulov, head of one of the territorial departments of NABU detectives, conducted business with Russia, and his parents supported the occupiers. Magomedrasulov also made threats during his detention, and his connection with MP Khrystenko, who worked with the FSB, has been confirmed.
On July 22, 2025, a Mirage-2000 fighter jet crashed in Ukraine due to aviation equipment failure. The pilot successfully ejected after reporting a malfunction.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal discussed with EU Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis Ukraine's integration into the SAFE initiative. The goal is to increase the production capacities of Europe's defense industry and strengthen security.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko commented on the legislative changes that allow for faster recruitment of prosecutors without competition and internship during martial law. He also noted that urgent business searches are possible only to protect life and health of people.
SBU Head Vasyl Maliuk announced the priority of combating Russian agents, particularly in NABU, where on July 21, a "mole" and head of interregional departments were detained. Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko confirmed the legality of the collected evidence, and G7 representatives received comprehensive answers regarding the special operation.
Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka stated that Ukraine remains committed to an effective anti-corruption policy and international obligations, commenting on the Verkhovna Rada's decision regarding NABU and SAP. He emphasized that success in the fight against corruption lies in effective sentences, trust within the system, and the joint work of agencies.
In July, Russia's oil and gas revenues could fall by 37% compared to July 2024, amounting to about 680 billion rubles. Cumulative oil and gas revenues for January-July could decrease by 20% to 5.4 trillion rubles.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko, Head of the SBU Vasyl Malyuk, and Director of the SBI Oleksiy Sukhachov met with G7 representatives to discuss the recent special operation to neutralize Russian influence on NABU. International partners received exhaustive answers regarding the fight against corruption and Russian agents.
The case against nine members of a drug organization that manufactured and distributed drugs throughout Ukraine has been sent to court. The perpetrators set up nine laboratories and six warehouses, and the monthly turnover reached over 7 million hryvnias.
Anastasia Dobrynina, an actress of the Ivan Franko National Academic Drama Theater, died at the age of 43. She had worked at the theater since 2004, having been an integral part of it since childhood.
