Head of the CPD Andriy Kovalenko stated that Putin faces a choice between ending the war, mobilization, or dragging NATO in. He emphasized that only forceful coercion of Russia to peace is effective.
The head of the Czech MFA called the initiative a political gesture, noting that there is no legal way to revoke the award. The SPD party proposes to vote in parliament over the naming of an SSO unit after the UPA.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine currently has no official information about the accusation of Ukrainian Serhiy Kuznetsov in the case of the sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines. German media previously reported that Kuznetsov had been charged.
Poland criticized the draft law on the creation of the Ukrainian National Pantheon. Warsaw stated that the heroes of the UPA should not be honored in this pantheon.
The President of Ukraine is urgently returning to Kyiv due to intelligence information about the russian federation's preparation for a new shelling. He called on Ukrainians to respond to air raid signals.
Military expert Oleksandr Kovalenko believes that Russia could use the Finnish direction to divert NATO's attention, while actually striking Estonia.
The Cabinet of Ministers established unified rules for the export of weapons for the state, manufacturers and partners. Export is allowed only under the condition of guaranteed provision of the needs of the Defense Forces of Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine and the EU can make progress on the drone agreement within six months. He emphasized the importance of Ukrainian experience for Europe's security.
Information about Zaluzhnyi's possible participation in the elections and the autumn vote has not yet been confirmed. The emergence of rumors may indicate preparation for various scenarios or a test of public reaction.
Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov reported that Ukraine has signed a contract for PAC-2 and PAC-3 missiles with Germany, but deliveries are expected no earlier than next year. Negotiations are also ongoing regarding the temporary borrowing of missiles from EU countries.
President Zelenskyy thanked European leaders for opening the first negotiation cluster. He stated that Ukraine can open five more clusters and continue negotiations without wasting time.
Ukraine plans to test radars from the Swedish concern SAAB for use with the Ukrainian anti-ballistic missile. This was reported by Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
The Minister of Defense of Ukraine announced the signing of a contract for 16 Gripen aircraft of the C/D versions. The aircraft will arrive as a "donation" from the government and the people of Sweden at the beginning of next year.
French voters will elect a new president on April 18 and May 2 next year. Macron cannot run for a third term, and among the candidates are his former prime ministers and the left-wing leader.
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk signed the bill on the creation of the National Pantheon. The document has been submitted to President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The accomplice of People's Deputy Hanna Skorokhod pleaded guilty in the case of a $205,000 bribe. The High Anti-Corruption Court approved the deal, and the defendant was released on probation.
Minister of Economy Oleksiy Sobolev reported that the update of sectoral and regional criteria concerns approximately 20% of enterprises. For the rest, a simplified confirmation procedure has been introduced, which requires only two documents by August 10.
US President Donald Trump used the upgraded Air Force One aircraft for the first time. He called it a long-awaited replacement for the outdated presidential air fleet.
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated Ukraine's readiness for security cooperation with Japan, particularly in unmanned technologies. Japan expressed its intention to support the restoration of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra through UNESCO.
Polish special services are preparing for possible Russian sabotage that could escalate relations between Poles and Ukrainians. Minister Tomasz Siemoniak stated that Russia is intensifying its information warfare.
As of July 1, 2026, the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between Ukraine and the UAE entered into force, providing for the creation of a free trade zone. The document eliminates tariffs and opens preferential access to the UAE market for Ukrainian producers.
The court ruled that children born in the U. S. to illegal or temporary immigrants have a constitutional right to citizenship. Trump's attempt to overturn this 150-year-old policy failed.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Ireland. He will take part in the opening ceremony of Ireland's presidency of the EU Council and hold meetings with the Prime Minister and the President of the European Council.
Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has appealed to the EU to allocate €6. 6 billion from the European Peace Fund for military assistance. He believes this could become one of the most impactful contributions to Ukraine's defense efforts.
Ukrposhta CEO Ihor Smilianskyi stated that he continues to perform his duties in full, despite the demand of NBU Governor Andriy Pyshnyi for his dismissal. He called this decision a settling of personal scores and an attempt to disrupt the creation of a postal bank.
The SPD party proposes to cancel the award to Zelenskyy following Poland's example. The spokesman for the President of the Czech Republic stated that this is only possible by a court decision.
Minister of Economy Oleksii Sobolev reported an increase in the number of reserved individuals by 300,000 people over the past year. Also, 9,000 enterprises have received critical status, with most of the growth occurring in frontline regions.
Ukraine received almost $600 million from the World Bank for social payments to vulnerable categories. The funds came with the support of guarantees from Japan and the United Kingdom.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a law on the creation of the Ukrainian National Pantheon to honor prominent figures. The document provides for construction at state expense and a round-the-clock honor guard.
Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov in August 2025 signed a decree on sending a delegation of the Russian Armed Forces to China for exercises. In November 2025, about 200 Russian military personnel completed a course in radiological, chemical and biological protection.