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Friday, 15 August 2025, 18:16
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.
The European Union will continue exerting pressure on Russia until the Kremlin halts its military aggression against Ukraine.
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.
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
The newly adopted 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia includes a lowered price cap on Russian oil — down to $47.60 per barrel — and the EU is already preparing the next round of punitive measures.
U.S. lawmakers must adopt a new sanctions bill against Russia following the European Union’s approval of its 18th and toughest sanctions package to date.
The European Union has approved its 18th package of sanctions against the Russian Federation — described as one of the toughest to date.
U.S. President Donald Trump will actively pursue the implementation of his approach to ending the war in Ukraine.
17 July 2025
Ukraine will receive Patriot systems in the coming weeks, with all issues currently being coordinated at the level of defense ministries.
The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs informed the Russian diplomat that the products of the Polish company Barlinek in Ukraine are for civilian use, therefore Russia's strike on the company's plant in Vinnytsia is contrary to international law and may have legal consequences in the future.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine voted to appoint a new Cabinet of Ministers.
At least for the first half of 2026, funds have already been accumulated for the purchase of ammunition for Ukraine as part of the Czech initiative.
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the renewed government must focus on three key areas to strengthen Ukraine’s economic potential: deregulation, harnessing the power of society and international partners, and ensuring justice.
The Verkhovna Rada has voted to appoint Yuliia Svyrydenko as the Prime Minister of Ukraine.
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braze believes that US President Donald Trump should not wait 50 days to impose secondary sanctions against Russia.
16 July 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump’s ultimatum to Russia demanding an end to the war in Ukraine within 50 days is a clear boundary set for Vladimir Putin and a signal that peace must come swiftly.
The European Commission plans to allocate 100 billion EUR for Ukraine under its new 2028–2034 EU budget framework through the Ukraine Facility support program.
Countries of the Baltic region are actively involving Ukraine and drawing on its experience to strengthen their resilience against Russian actions and influence. Warsaw is also preparing new military aid packages for Ukraine.
Ukraine is open to negotiations for a just peace, but the key to a ceasefire lies in applying pressure on Russia through sanctions and international diplomacy.
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) decision from July 9 in the case Ukraine and the Netherlands v. Russia could simplify the review of criminal proceedings by the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed confidence that Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin is afraid of the United States, noting that there were no massive attacks following the arrival of U.S. President’s Special Envoy Keith Kellogg in Kyiv.
As a result of a Russian drone attack, a Polish-owned enterprise in Vinnytsia was damaged. There are injuries, including two individuals with severe burns.
The European Parliament believes the European Commission should open clusters in accession talks with Ukraine to advance the country’s EU membership bid as quickly as possible.
Missiles for Patriot systems are already being shipped to Ukraine.
This plenary week, parliament will consider several bills related to national memory.
U.S. President Donald Trump has said he is "disappointed but not done" with Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
15 July 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Latvian Prime Minister discussed military support for Ukraine, as well as the search for additional sources of funding through European instruments such as SAFE.
Statements made by US Special Representative Keith Kellogg during his visit to Ukraine, as well as Donald Trump's rhetoric about the possible transfer of Patriot systems, may indicate a change in approach to military aid to Kyiv.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed into law the bills on multiple citizenship, the ratification of the agreement on establishing the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine, and the suspension of Ukraine's participation in the Ottawa Convention banning anti-personnel mines.