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.
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Russian forces concentrating most efforts in Donetsk region – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky received a report from the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, General Oleksandr Syrskyi, on the frontline situation and emphasized that the enemy is focusing its greatest efforts in Donetsk region.
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.
Russia losing 1,201 personnel daily in Ukraine – CinC Syrskyi
Russian forces lose an average of 1,251 personnel per day in their war against Ukraine.
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.
Umerov: NSDC to review execution of key wartime decisions
Ukraine’s National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) will conduct an audit of the implementation of decisions made by the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff.
War update: 78 battles on front lines since midnight, Pokrovsk sector remains hottest
As many as 78 combat engagements have taken place between Ukrainian forces and Russian troops, with the Pokrovsk sector seeing the most intense fighting.
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.
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 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
Kellogg shown Russian weapon components made in West
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense showed US Special Representative Keith Kellogg some Western-made parts of Russian weapons that Ukrainian military intelligence found in destroyed or captured Russian gear.
EU already working on next Russia sanctions package – Estonia's MFA
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.
"Time for perfect storm" — Lithuanian FM urges U.S. Senate to pass new Russia sanctions bill
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.
Casualties reported as Russians attack Rodynske and Kostiantynivka in Donetsk region
Russian troops attacked the towns of Rodynske and Kostiantynivka in Donetsk region with a drone and air-dropped bombs. One woman was killed and four people were injured.
EU approves 18th sanctions package against Russia
The European Union has approved its 18th package of sanctions against the Russian Federation — described as one of the toughest to date.
Combat AI from Europe
The defense startup Helsing is reshaping the future of warfare with artificial intelligence – and Russia's aggression against Ukraine has become a major catalyst.
Ukraine’s Air Defense downs 11 out of 35 Russian drones overnight
Overnight on July 18, Ukrainian Air Defense Forces destroyed 11 out of 35 Russian drones launched, while six others were lost from radar tracking.
War update: 180 clashes on front lines over past day, third of them in Pokrovsk sector
On July 17, Ukrainian forces engaged in 180 combat clashes with Russian troops across the frontline, with one-third of them taking place in the Pokrovsk sector.
Russia's war casualty toll in Ukraine rises by 1,180 over past day
Russia suffered about 1,039,830 military casualties in Ukraine between February 24, 2022 and July 18, 2025, with 1,180 personnel killed or wounded in the past 24 hours.
Trump to pursue his vision for ending war in Ukraine – State Department
U.S. President Donald Trump will actively pursue the implementation of his approach to ending the war in Ukraine.
Russian command encourages sexual violence by its troops – government commissioner
Reports of sexual violence committed by Russian military personnel against civilians and prisoners of war must be substantiated and demonstrate a pattern of systematic abuse in order for Russia to potentially be recognized at the UN level as a state responsible for conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV).
Ukraine invites foreign arms manufacturers to test their weapons in war against Russia
Ukraine will let foreign arms companies test out their latest weapons on the front line of its war against Russia's invasion.
Education Ministry order on remote learning may be repealed
The new government is set to repeal Order No. 1112 of the Ministry of Education and Science (MES), which regulates the procedure and conditions for obtaining general secondary education in schools under martial law.
17 July 2025
White House explained what awaits Russia if it doesn't agree to peace deal in 50 days
If the Kremlin doesn't go for peace in Ukraine, “very steep tariffs” and secondary sanctions will be imposed on Russia, as well as on countries that buy oil from it, which should have an extra impact on the Russian economy.
Helsing defence company: Scale and innovation of drone production in Ukraine are impressive
Ukraine has great potential in the field of drone production, and the scale and innovation are impressive.
Poland downgrades diplomatic relations with Hungary
Poland is downgrading diplomatic relations with Hungary because there are “many different problems” in relations between Warsaw and Budapest, the first of which is the granting of political asylum to former Polish Deputy Minister of Justice Marcin Romanowski.
Zelensky: We are going to work on giving Trump more reasons to slap sanctions on Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine is going to work on giving U.S. President Donald Trump more reasons to slap sanctions on Russia.
Economic ties between Ukraine, Czech Republic strengthen despite war – ambassador
Despite the war, the trade turnover between Ukraine and the Czech Republic is growing, as well as the number of Ukrainian businesses on the territory of the Czech Republic and Czech projects in Ukraine.
Polish FM shares details of meeting with Russian diplomat after Vinnytsia factory strikes
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.