Ukraine
US President Donald Trump believes that 50 days to impose sanctions against Russia over the war in Ukraine is not too long. He previously announced strict tariffs if there is no ceasefire agreement with Ukraine during this period.
The Defence City initiative is preparing for a vote, but experts warn of the risk of excluding the aviation industry due to the criteria. This could affect support for military equipment and the preservation of defense infrastructure.
Donald Trump did not confirm his intention to meet with the Russian dictator and did not express unequivocal support for Ukraine. He stated that he is "on the side of humanity" and seeks to "end the bloodshed."
President Zelenskyy held a meeting with diplomats, discussing the acceleration of the Special Tribunal on Russian aggression and preparation for a meeting with ambassadors. Steps on international platforms were also discussed, particularly regarding UN General Assembly resolutions.
Western sanctions have led to a decline in civil aviation in the Russian Federation, an increase in aircraft maintenance prices, and the grounding of part of the aircraft fleet. This has caused an increase in ticket prices and a projected decrease in passenger traffic.
A 41-year-old woman from Lviv tragically died in Albania on July 11, trying to save her drowning daughter. The daughter survived and is in intensive care, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is assisting with the repatriation of the mother's body.
For over five months, Ukraine's pharmaceutical market has been in limbo due to the lack of a decision regarding marketing agreements. Discussions on a new government resolution are ongoing, but legal caveats are blocking its adoption.
Prosecutor General of Ukraine Ruslan Kravchenko commented on the ratification of the Agreement on the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine. He emphasized that this is a step towards justice, where Ukrainian prosecutors will play a key role in gathering evidence.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Prime Minister of Latvia Evika Siliņa in Kyiv. Latvia has already begun supplying 42 Patria armored vehicles.
US citizen Daniel Martindale, who spied on the Armed Forces of Ukraine and adjusted Russian strikes, received a Russian passport at the "DPR" representative office in Moscow. He was also awarded an order of the self-proclaimed republic.
Euroclear CEO Valerie Urbain believes that the European Commission's plan to invest frozen Russian assets in riskier instruments to increase profits for Ukraine is "expropriation. " She warns of significant risks and potential losses that could arise from such actions.
In Ukraine, the operation of internet resources used for the distribution of child pornography, drugs, and money laundering has been stopped. This was the result of an international investigation involving law enforcement agencies from the USA and France.
Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson confirmed the country's participation in new plans for supplying weapons to Ukraine. This decision was made after Donald Trump's statement about providing Ukraine with Patriot systems through NATO.
Cyber specialists of the HUR of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine attacked the company "Gaskar Integratsiya", a supplier of drones for the Russian army. 47 TB of data were destroyed, the company's operations were paralyzed, and the doors were blocked.
Russian President Vladimir Putin intends to continue the war in Ukraine, ignoring Donald Trump's threats of sanctions.
EU member states have extended protection for refugees from Ukraine until March 2027, ensuring access to the labor market, social benefits, and healthcare. A return strategy and transition to other forms of residence are being discussed.
Yulia Navalnaya called on the Italian authorities to cancel the concert of conductor Valery Gergiev, scheduled for July 2025 in Reggia di Caserta, due to his support for the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Gergiev, who supported the annexation of Crimea and the full-scale war, is under sanctions from Ukraine, Canada, and some EU countries.
The resignation letter of Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal has been submitted to the Verkhovna Rada, announced the head of the VR, Ruslan Stefanchuk, expressing gratitude for his work during a difficult time.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced his intention to postpone the vote on the 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia. Slovakia seeks an exemption that would allow it to fulfill its contract with Gazprom until 2034, rejecting the EC's proposal to stop Russian gas supplies from 2028.
The European Commission is working with Slovakia to address its concerns about the EU's plan to phase out Russian gas imports by 2028. Bratislava is blocking a sanctions package, fearing shortages and rising prices.
Since the beginning of the day, 110 combat engagements have taken place, with the enemy actively operating in the Pokrovsk and Novopavlivka directions. The Defense Forces repelled 28 attacks in the Pokrovsk direction and 14 in the Novopavlivka direction.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed the law on multiple citizenship, the ratification of the agreement on the establishment of a Special Tribunal regarding Russia's crime of aggression, and the suspension of the Ottawa Convention for Ukraine. These decisions are aimed at strengthening the unity of Ukrainians, punishing Russia, and ensuring parity in defense.
The advisor to the Office of the President of Ukraine stated that the Russian dictator seeks murder and destruction, therefore military coercion is the only way to return the world to normalcy.
European NATO allies and Canada will take on the main role in financing American weapons for Ukraine. This will include air defense systems, ammunition, and other equipment.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping pledged to strengthen support for Russia in multilateral forums after meeting with the Russian Foreign Minister. This happened after US threats to impose tariffs on Moscow's trading partners.
Yarema Zhuhayevych, Head of the Aviation Industry Workers' Union, emphasized the importance of preserving human potential and state defense orders for Ukraine's aviation industry. The industry modernizes equipment, develops drones, and supports combat aviation, creating 8-12 jobs in related sectors.
The Kremlin considers US President Donald Trump's statements about sanctions against Russia "very serious. " Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov stated that Moscow is ready to negotiate with Kyiv, but will continue the "special military operation" if there is no response.
Three commanders of Russian army units have been notified of suspicion in the shelling of a civilian gathering in Chernihiv on March 16, 2022. At that time, 20 people died and 28 more were injured.
The US administration combines pressure and diplomacy to force Putin into negotiations and end the war, setting a new 50-day deadline. Serhiy Leshchenko, advisor to the Office of the President, expressed surprise at the length of the term, as it should be shortening, not lengthening.
The Security Service of Ukraine detained six FSB agents who planned terrorist attacks against servicemen in Kyiv, Vinnytsia, Dnipro, and Rivne. The perpetrators were recruited through Telegram channels and used improvised explosive devices.