Ukraine
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot announced a visit to Kyiv to participate in the annual conference of ambassadors. He will reaffirm unwavering support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The most popular model was the Renault Duster, and car imports increased by 12. 5%.
Brent crude futures rose by 6 cents to $69. 34 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude gained 17 cents to $67.51. This comes as the impact of new European sanctions on Russian oil supplies is being assessed, alongside concerns about declining demand due to tariffs.
The next round of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine is expected in Istanbul this week, likely on Wednesday or Thursday. Humanitarian aid, prisoner exchange, infrastructure security, and border areas will be discussed.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 75/USD, which means a strengthening of 0.11 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is UAH 48.60/EUR.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 154 combat engagements over the past day, 46 of which took place in the Pokrovsk direction. The invaders launched two missile and 70 air strikes, used 3316 kamikaze drones, and carried out 5978 shellings.
In Kyiv on July 21, temporary road traffic restrictions will be introduced in the central part of the city. This is due to security measures involving foreign delegations.
On July 20, Russian troops lost 1170 soldiers and 54 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 21.07.25 amount to over a million liquidated personnel.
The civic initiative "A Gift for Putin" has raised 60 million Czech crowns (2. 4 million euros) for the purchase of six D-30 howitzers for the Ukrainian army. Each howitzer will be named after World War II heroes, and the initiative continues to raise funds, demonstrating growing donations.
On July 21, variable cloudiness is expected in Ukraine, with short-term rains and thunderstorms in places, except for the southern and southeastern parts. Daytime air temperature will be 23-28°, in Zakarpattia, the south and east up to 29-34°.
Western investments in the development and production of interceptor drones in Ukraine are critically important for countering Russian strike attacks. Russia has significantly increased the number of strike drones, launching up to 728 units per night, and could reach 2,000 by November 2025.
The Institute for the Study of War concluded that Russia is not interested in good-faith negotiations with Ukraine, focusing on continuing the war. Statements by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirm that Russia seeks to achieve its "unchanging" goals, including the "denazification" and "demilitarization" of Ukraine.
In Kehychivka, Kharkiv region, a 20-year-old man attacked a police officer who was transferring a wanted draft dodger to the TCC. The assailant has been detained and faces up to five years in prison.
According to monitoring resources, Russia has deployed a submarine from Novorossiysk to the Black Sea, capable of carrying up to 6 Kalibr missiles. Also, the takeoff of Tu-95s from the Olenya airfield and over 110 enemy UAVs in the airspace of Ukraine have been recorded.
On July 20, 122 combat engagements took place at the front, the enemy launched 2 missile and 53 air strikes, and used 1427 kamikaze drones. In the Pokrovsk direction, 209 occupiers were neutralized and a significant amount of equipment was destroyed.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will open a conference of Ukrainian ambassadors on July 21. Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha said that together with the ambassadors, he witnessed the consequences of Russian strikes on Zaporizhzhia.
Spokesperson for the Ukrainian Navy Dmytro Pletenchuk stated that Russia has not built a single aircraft carrier, and the only one it has, the "Admiral Kuznetsov," was stolen from Ukraine. The ship became a burden for Russia due to the lack of technology to maintain and repair it.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, stated that Russia demonstrates an intention to start a conflict with Azerbaijan. He noted that Moscow's influence in the region has weakened, and Azerbaijan has left its orbit.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the frontline situation, particularly in Sumy region, and long-range strikes with Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi. Requests for additional funding for drone production and supply, which will be signed next week, were considered.
Yulia Svyrydenko announced the preparation of a one-year moratorium on business inspections, which is one of the government's key priorities. This decision, agreed with the President, aims to provide more freedom for economic forces and ensure equal conditions for "white" businesses.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported over 30 assaults in the Donetsk region, where the enemy tried to dislodge Ukrainian military personnel. In the Pokrovsk direction, 17 attempts by the occupiers to push back the Armed Forces of Ukraine were recorded, 14 of which were repelled.
Kyrylo Hurnov, a student of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, won a bronze medal in taekwondo at the 2025 Universiade in the under 80 kg weight category. This is Ukraine's sixth medal at these competitions.
Russian dictator's spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Vladimir Putin seeks to move the Ukrainian settlement into a peaceful course, but the Kremlin's goals remain unchanged. NSDC Secretary Rustem Umerov proposed the next meeting for next week.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, by decree, enacted the NSDC decision of July 20, 2025, on the application of personal sanctions. The restrictions apply to five individuals responsible for subversive anti-Ukrainian information campaigns.
The European Union has provided Ukraine with €164. 8 billion in financial support, of which €3.6 billion came from frozen Russian assets. The EU also extended the Temporary Protection Directive for Ukrainians until March 2026.
President Zelenskyy outlined three key priorities for Ukrainian diplomats: providing weapons, rebuilding Ukraine, and holding Russia accountable. These areas were discussed in Zaporizhzhia with the participation of 80 heads of diplomatic missions.
President Zelenskyy announced positive decisions from international arbitrations in favor of Ukraine totaling $6. 9 billion. Steps are being prepared to collect these funds, and Ukrainian ambassadors will receive relevant instructions.
On July 21, variable cloudiness is expected in Ukraine, with short-term rains and thunderstorms in places. Daytime air temperature will range from +23°C to +34°C depending on the region.
EU Ambassador to Ukraine Katarina Maternova met with the newly appointed Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Taras Kachka. Maternova noted his experience in promoting Ukraine's European integration path, especially in the field of trade and the Association Agreement.
US President Donald Trump confirms his intention to facilitate a peaceful settlement of Russia's war against Ukraine. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov announced a possible meeting between Trump and Putin to resolve important issues.