Zelensky appoints 16 new ambassadors
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed 16 new ambassadors following a meeting with Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and the Office of the President.
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French foreign minister arrives in Kyiv for two-day visit
France's Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noel Barrot, has arrived in Ukraine for a two-day visit, Ukrinform reports.
Istanbul to host talks on Iran's nuclear program, Ukraine ceasefire this week – media
Istanbul is once again poised to become a center of global diplomacy this week. On Friday, the city will host negotiations on Iran's nuclear program involving the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. Additionally, a third round of talks between Ukraine and Russia is expected to take place, with a ceasefire among the key topics, though the exact date has not yet been confirmed.
20 July 2025
Russian ambassador on peace talks in Vatican: 'Very hard to imagine'
Russian Ambassador to the Vatican Ivan Soltanovsky says it is "very hard to imagine" the possibility of holding peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in the Vatican, as proposed by Pope Leo XIV.
Sybiha, Ukrainian ambassadors visit frontline positions in Zaporizhzhia region
On Sunday, July 20, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, together with Ukrainian ambassadors, visited frontline positions in the Zaporizhzhia region, including the Orikhiv district.
Zelensky establishes priorities for ambassadors when working with partner countries
Arms supplies and the development of arms production, reconstruction projects, and effective legal mechanisms for holding Russia accountable are priorities for ambassadors in their work with partner countries for the next six months.
Former U.S. Secretary of State Rice: Trump's new stance on Putin marks turning point in Ukraine war
Former U.S. Secretary of State (2005–2009) Condoleezza Rice believes that Donald Trump’s recent statements about Russia mark a “turning point” in the effort to achieve peace for Ukraine.
Russia weaponizing deportation of Ukrainians via Georgia, Kyiv proposing alternative – FM Sybiha
Russia is weaponizing the deportation of Ukrainian citizens through Georgia. Ukraine proposes that Russia instead transfer the deported individuals directly to the Ukrainian border.
19 July 2025
Zelensky: Agreements with Trump must be implemented as quickly as possible
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated in his evening address that Ukraine must implement its agreements with U.S. President Donald Trump as swiftly as possible.
Zelensky: NSDC Secretary Umerov proposed meeting with Russia next week
Secretary of Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council (NSDC), Rustem Umerov, has proposed a meeting with the Russian side to take place next week.
Ukrainian Embassy debunks false claims about Ambassador Bodnar’s speech in Poland
The Embassy of Ukraine in Poland has warned that false and manipulative information is being spread on social media regarding the speech of Ukraine’s Ambassador to Poland Vasyl Bodnar during this year’s commemoration of the Volyn tragedy held in Chełm on July 11.
Zelensky, Sybiha discuss EU sanctions, cooperation with US, deportation of Ukrainians from Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha to discuss the EU's 18th sanctions package, diplomatic coordination with the United States, and the situation of Ukrainians being deported from Russia to the Georgian border.
US House of Representatives votes to extend military aid to Ukraine
The U.S. House of Representatives has voted in favor of continuing military assistance to Ukraine.
Netherlands’ FM on 18th sanctions package: ‘Ramping up economic pressure with robust measures’
Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp emphasized the importance of the European Union’s 18th package of sanctions against Russia, highlighting the EU’s determination to intensify economic pressure.
Poland welcomes 18th EU sanctions package targeting Russia's war machine
Poland welcomes the 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia, which is aimed at crippling the Russian war machine.
Stefanishyna outlines key tasks as special representative for cooperation with US
The key tasks of the newly appointed Special Representative for Cooperation with the United States, Olha Stefanishyna, will be to implement the agreement on subsoil resources, launch a mechanism for purchasing American weapons, and strengthen coordination between the United States, NATO, and the EU.
18 July 2025
Romania ready to assist Ukraine in defense and reconstruction
Romania and Germany, together with their partners, can help Ukraine now and after the war ends.
Ukrainian sabotage groups penetrated 600 km into Russian territory, says former intelligence deputy Pavlenko
Special forces of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine conducted operations during which they entered 600 km deep into Russian territory. In particular, they entered the Novgorod region, where a Tu-22M3 bomber was destroyed.
Bezsmertny says Russia's potential gradually being exhausted
Russia is trying to make the most of Trump's 50-day “ultimatum” to increase pressure on the front. However, its potential is gradually weakening, and this is already evident in all areas.
Following Kellogg’s visit, U.S. sees Ukraine’s victory as achievable goal – expert
A new perspective is gradually taking shape in Washington: that Ukraine’s victory is not an abstraction, but an achievable goal.
Erdoğan urges Putin to resume peace talks with Ukraine in Istanbul
On Friday, July 18, Türkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a phone conversation with Russia’s leader Vladimir Putin.
UK follows EU in lowering Oil Price Cap on Russian crude
The UK government has decided to lower the price cap on Russian crude oil, following an agreement reached earlier today within the EU as part of the 18th sanctions package against Moscow.
Ukraine expanding weapons production, but partner support still vital – expert
Ukraine continues to expand its domestic weapons production, but international support remains essential to fully meet the needs of Ukrainian forces.
Zelensky orders Shmyhal to urgently finalize drone contracts
President Volodymyr Zelensky has instructed Ukraine's newly appointed Defense Minister, Denys Shmyhal, to urgently finalize all necessary contracts for drones required by the country's Defense Forces.
Next Ramstein meeting scheduled for July 21
The next meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, known as the Ramstein format, will take place on Monday, July 21.
UK imposes sanctions on Russia
On Friday, July 18, the British government imposed new sanctions on the Russian Federation in response to its prolonged campaign of malicious cyber activity over several years, including operations conducted in the United Kingdom.
Kallas to Russia: EU will not back down in its support for Ukraine
The European Union will continue exerting pressure on Russia until the Kremlin halts its military aggression against Ukraine.
Zelensky, Stoere discuss strengthening Ukraine's air defense
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that preparations for strengthening Ukraine's air defense are progressing well, following a conversation with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere.
Zelensky talks with Macron on air defense missiles, interceptor drones, pilots for Mirage jets
During a conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron, President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the supply of missiles for SAMP/T systems, financing for interceptor drones, and training pilots for Mirage aircraft