Zelensky: Proposal for leaders' meeting at Vatican remains open
Following his meeting with Pope Leo XIV, President Volodymyr Zelensky said that, at present, only Moscow continues to reject the proposal to hold high-level talks at the Vatican.
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Pope Leo XIV receives Zelensky at his residence
On Wednesday, July 9, Pope Leo XIV received Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for a private audience at his residence in Castel Gandolfo.
European Parliament condemns Russia's brutal attacks on Ukrainian civilians
The European Parliament has adopted a resolution strongly condemning Russia's ongoing war crimes in Ukraine and expressing firm support for the investigations by the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Lithuania urges immediate adoption of EU's 18th sanctions package following Russia's aerial assault
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys has called for the immediate adoption of the European Union's 18th sanctions package against Russia following a massive overnight aerial assault by the Kremlin on Ukraine.
Kyiv’s military chief: coordination with Mayor Klitschko lacks effectiveness amid legal ambiguity
Coordination with Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko remains insufficiently effective.
Ex-NZ defense chief Ron Mark makes third visit to Ukraine to show support
Ron Mark, former New Zealand Minister of Defense, has arrived in Ukraine for the third time, continuing his personal mission to support the Ukrainian people amid Russia’s full-scale aggression — despite New Zealand government travel restrictions.
President Zelensky arrives in Italy
President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Italy for an official visit.
FM Sybiha: Instead of peace efforts, Russia launches record number of drones and missiles
The escalation of Russian terror underscores the urgent need to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense, including investment in interceptor drones and increased pressure on Russia.
ECHR to announce ruling today in ‘Ukraine and the Netherlands v. Russia’ case
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) will issue its judgment today, Wednesday, in the inter-state case ‘Ukraine and the Netherlands v. Russia’.
Ukraine urges China to support just peace based on UN Charter
Ukraine expects China to take a consistent and balanced position on achieving a just and lasting peace in Ukraine, based on the principles of the UN Charter.
Zelensky urges partners to impose ‘biting sanctions’ on Russia after record attack on Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that during the latest large-scale assault on Ukraine, Russia launched a record number of aerial targets in a single day — 741. He called on international partners to introduce “painful sanctions” against the aggressor state.
Trump considering sending additional Patriot system to Ukraine – WSJ
U.S. President Donald Trump is considering providing an additional Patriot air defense system to Ukraine, following his recent pledge to strengthen Kyiv against Russian attacks.
US Senate will soon approve tough sanctions against Russia, China, India – Graham
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has announced that the U.S. Senate will soon pass a package of tough sanctions targeting Russia, as well as China and India — the largest buyers of Russian energy.
US position on support for Ukraine remains unchanged – State Department
The U.S. Department of State has reaffirmed that the United States remains committed to supporting Ukraine and will continue to provide assistance — a position that has not changed.
08 July 2025
Nausėda: Russia’s aggressive intentions are reality, not rhetoric
We must strive to convince our allies that Russia's aggressive intentions are not rhetoric, but reality.
Trump says unaware of pause in Ukraine military aid
US President Donald Trump confirmed that the United States is supplying Ukraine with defensive weapons, but when asked who suspended the supply, he said he knew nothing about it.
Trump says he is not happy with Putin
U.S. President Donald Trump has once again expressed his dissatisfaction with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, stressing that although Putin always tries to appear pleasant, it turns out to be meaningless.
Russia seeks to wage war not only in Ukraine but also in other parts of Europe – Danish PM
Russia aims to continue its war in Ukraine and may, in the future, threaten other parts of Europe.
Turkey sees 'no problem' with Zelensky, Trump, Putin meeting in Istanbul
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has announced the potential for a meeting in Istanbul involving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, U.S. President Donald Trump, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
EU in talks with U.S. on Russia sanctions, but focused on finalizing its own 18th package – Dombrovskis
The European Union continues consultations with the United States on additional sanctions against Russia, but is currently prioritizing the political approval of its own 18th sanctions package.
Pentagon to send additional defensive weapons to Ukraine at President Trump’s direction
The U.S. Department of Defense, following an order from President Donald Trump, will provide Ukraine with additional defensive weapons to help protect against Russian attacks.
U.S. to send more defensive weapons to Ukraine – Trump
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that his administration intends to supply more defensive weapons to Ukraine.
Pistorius to visit US to discuss support for Ukraine
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius will visit the United States next week to discuss continued support for Ukraine.
Kellogg plans to meet Zelensky in Rome during URC 2025 – media
Keith Kellogg, U.S. President Donald Trump’s Special Envoy for Ukraine, is reportedly planning to visit Rome this week to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and attend the Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC 2025).
07 July 2025
White House clarifies temporary pause in US military aid to Ukraine
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt denied that the U.S. government had deliberately halted arms supplies to Ukraine amid large-scale Russian attacks, calling the move a "pause" for a standard review of available weapons.
Ukraine preparing meeting with 'Coalition of the Willing' members – president
Ukraine is working with all its partners on drone production, and a meeting with the members of the "Coalition of the Willing" is being prepared for this week.
All negotiation clusters for Ukraine's EU accession should be opened by year-end – Stefanishyna
Olga Stefanishyna, Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration, has stated that all negotiation clusters related to Ukraine's accession to the European Union should be opened by the end of 2025.
Zelensky, Starmer discuss upcoming Coalition of the Willing meeting
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a conversation with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, during which they coordinated diplomatic efforts and discussed expectations for the upcoming Coalition of the Willing meeting, set to take place in Rome in the coming days.
Azerbaijani opposition journalist on Baku-Moscow conflict: These are two regimes bound by billions
Despite increasingly aggressive policies by the Kremlin toward Azerbaijanis, Azerbaijan and Russia remain deeply linked authoritarian regimes, and a real conflict between Presidents Aliyev and Putin is unlikely, as it involves not only politics but multi-billion-dollar mutual interests.