Xi not to attend BRICS summit, MFA China confirms
Chinese President Xi Jinping will not participate in the BRICS summit in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro on July 6-7 as the country will be represented by Prime Minister Li Qiang.
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Ukrainian MFA briefs U.S. Chargé d’Affaires on urgent need for defense assistance
At the request of Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, U.S. Chargé d'Affaires ad interim in Ukraine, John Ginkel, was invited to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine on Wednesday, July 2.
Nawrocki meets with Rutte in Brussels
Poland’s President-elect Karol Nawrocki met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Brussels on Tuesday.
White House confirms halt in ammunition and missile deliveries to Ukraine
White House spokesperson Anna Kelly confirmed that shipments of ammunition and missiles to Ukraine have been suspended due to the depletion of U.S. stockpiles in recent years.
Ihor Zhovkva, Deputy Head of the Presidential Office
NATO countries will include Ukraine aid in their respective defense budgets beginning in 2026
01 July 2025
Zelensky: sanctions “truly painful” for Russia
Ukraine has clear evidence, verified by partners, that sanctions are truly painful for Russia.
Macron, Putin hold first phone call since 2022
On July 1, French President Emmanuel Macron spoke by phone with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin — their first direct conversation in nearly three years.
Ukrainian intelligence: Russia pushing narrative of defense budget cuts amid economic decline
The Kremlin has recently shifted its rhetoric regarding military expenditures, publicly announcing intentions to cut defense spending.
Germany’s Foreign Minister visits Odesa
Ukrainian and German Foreign Ministers Andrii Sybiha and Johann Wadephul visited Odesa to witness the aftermath of Russian attacks and discuss ways to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense.
Zelensky welcomes Denmark’s EU Presidency, eyes key decisions on Ukraine’s accession
President Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Denmark on assuming the Presidency of the EU Council, expressing hope that the coming six months will be a time of important decisions.
German foreign minister and NABU, SAPO leadership discuss fight against corruption
During his official visit to Ukraine, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul met with Semen Kryvonos, Director of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU), and Oleksandr Klymenko, Head of the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO).
Nawrocki plans to meet Zelensky, voices reservations on Ukraine’s NATO and EU membership
Newly elected Polish President Karol Nawrocki plans to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as part of a “series of meetings,” but he continues to have reservations about Ukraine's membership in NATO and the EU.
Zelensky calls on VR to swiftly ratify agreement on Special Tribunal for crime of Russian aggression
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that he has signed documents to ratify the agreement establishing a Special Tribunal for the crime of Russian aggression against Ukraine.
PM Shmyhal meets Guterres in Spain, calls for sustained international pressure on Russia
During a meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal stated the need for systematic international pressure on Russia.
Ukraine contributes a lot to European security - ambassador
Security cooperation between Denmark and Ukraine is not a “one-way street,” as Ukraine’s wartime experience offers valuable lessons for its international partners, while its upcoming accession to the EU is a great opportunity for Europe.
Danish ambassador on assistance to Ukraine: Weapons, weapons, and weapons
Weapons and military equipment remain the main priority of Denmark's assistance to Ukraine, but funding also continues in the areas of energy, reconstruction, humanitarian aid, etc.
30 June 2025
Shmyhal and Angolan president discuss joint sanctions pressure on Russia
During the UN Conference on Financing for Development, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met with President of Angola João Lourenço to discuss coordinated efforts to increase sanctions pressure on Russia.
Brazil supports peace in Ukraine through broader international dialogue – ambassador
Brazil advocates for a diplomatic resolution to the Russian-Ukrainian war through engagement with a wider range of international partners beyond Europe.
Germany supports Ukraine’s NATO membership – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced a shift in Germany’s stance on Ukraine’s NATO aspirations, stating that Berlin now supports Ukraine’s future membership in the Alliance.
Brazil sees Ukraine as important actor in global food security chain – ambassador
Brazil considers Ukraine one of the most relevant international actors in the food security chain.
UN reports mounting civilian casualties in Ukraine due to Russian aggression
From December 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025, at least 968 civilians were killed and 4,807 injured in Ukraine as a result of Russian military aggression, which is a 37% increase compared to the same period the previous year.
Ukraine, Andorra hold first-ever Prime Ministerial meeting
As part of the UN Conference on Financing for Development, the Prime Ministers of Ukraine and Andorra, Denys Shmyhal and Xavier Espot Zamora, held the first-ever meeting between the two countries at the level of heads of government. During the meeting, they agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
Germany–Ukraine military cooperation beneficial for both sides – German FM
Military cooperation between Germany and Ukraine is a trump card that benefits both parties.
Danish Ambassador Ole Egberg Mikkelsen
Russian aggression against Ukraine has proven that we need to rearm
Sybiha: Pressure on Russia must be coordinated on both sides of the Atlantic
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha urged the European Union and the United States to intensify sanctions pressure on Russia, describing it as a vital instrument to weaken the Kremlin’s war machine and advance peace efforts. He also underscored the importance of closely coordinated action between both sides of the Atlantic.
Sybiha to Slovak FM: Russia will hit your other cheek as well
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha responded to his Slovak counterpart Juraj Blanár, who had suggested the possibility of forgiving Russia for its crimes.
Germany’s Foreign Minister arrives in Kyiv
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul arrived in Kyiv on Monday, June 30.
Volodymyr Ohryzko, former Ukrainian Foreign Minister, head of the Center for Russian Studies
Negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU in all clusters, in my opinion, will begin before a political decision is made
29 June 2025
Ukrainian, Spanish PMs talk co-production of drones, Ukraine’s recovery, EU accession path
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal kicked off a working visit to Spain with a meeting with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to discuss strengthening defense cooperation, including the potential for joint production of drones, as well as the issue of Ukraine's reconstruction and European integration.