Ukraine returns 1,000 more bodies of deceased as part of repatriation efforts
As a result of ongoing repatriation efforts, the bodies of 1,000 deceased individuals have been returned to Ukraine.
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Zelensky orders boost in Ukrainian-made weapons on front to 50%
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that he had tasked the newly appointed government with increasing the share of Ukrainian-produced weapons on the front lines to 50% within six months.
Most cases of rabies in Ukraine occur in foxes, dogs and cats in H1 2025
In the first half of 2025, a total of 671 cases of rabies were reported in Ukraine, primarily among foxes, dogs and cats.
Russians attempting to build pontoon bridges across Oskil to storm Kupiansk –military
Russian invading forces are attempting to construct pontoon crossings for armored vehicles across the Oskil River, creating conditions to encircle or storm the town of Kupiansk in Kharkiv region.
Russians killed three residents of Donetsk region and wounded 29 more in one day
Yesterday, July 16, the Russian army killed three residents of Donetsk Oblast, and another 29 people were wounded.
Massive drone strike hits Shostka district in Sumy region
On Thursday morning, July 17, Russian troops launched a massive drone strike on the Shostka district of Sumy region.
ECOSOC President: Russian aggression causes global tsunami effect
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has caused an immediate food crisis, displacement of millions of people, and significantly complicated the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. At the same time, Ukraine’s economy remains resilient.
Latvian FM urges Trump to impose Russia sanctions now — not wait 50 days
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braze believes that US President Donald Trump should not wait 50 days to impose secondary sanctions against Russia.
War update: Ukrainian forces engage in 160 clashes with Russian invaders over past day
On July 16, the Ukrainian Defense Forces recorded 160 combat engagements with Russian occupying forces along the frontline.
Ukrainian fighter single-handedly repels Russian assault on Kupiansk front
A special forces soldier of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) single-handedly held off a Russian assault on the Kupiansk front.
Russia’s war casualty toll in Ukraine up by 1,190 over past day
The total combat losses of Russian forces since the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine — from February 24, 2022, to July 17, 2025 — amount to approximately 1,038,650 personnel, including 1,190 in the past 24 hours.
Russian agents caught planning devastating missile strike on Ukrainian port
The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has uncovered and detained two Russian agents in Odesa region who were preparing a missile strike on a storage facility containing ammonium nitrate at one of the seaports.
Kellogg says Ukrainian drone production “incredible innovation”
Keith Kellogg, the U.S. President’s Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia, praised Ukraine’s innovative capabilities in the field of combat drone production, even noting that the American defense industrial base should take notice.
Series of explosions rock Dnipro as Russian drones attacked city
Russian strike UAVs attacked Dnipro, causing a series of explosions in the city.
16 July 2025
Co-chair of the Congressional Ukrainian Caucus calls on Republicans to speed up adoption of new sanctions against Russia
Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur, Co-founder and Co-chair of the Ukrainian Caucus in the U.S. Congress, welcomed the White House's new stance on resuming arms supplies to Ukraine and at the same time called on Republicans to speed up the process of adopting new sanctions against Russia.
Prime Minister and Kellogg discussed defense cooperation and sanctions policy
Acting Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed further deepening of defense cooperation and sanctions policy during a meeting in Kyiv with U.S. Assistant to the President and Special Presidential Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg.
Russians bombard refrigerator manufacturing plant in Vinnytsia
In Vinnytsia, as a result of a Russian drone attack on Wednesday night, July 16, the GreenCool plant, which manufactures refrigerators and ice cream freezers, was damaged.
Trump's ultimatum to Russia powerful signal that peace must come quickly – U.S. President’s spiritual advisor
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.
Land-based platform for Tomahawk missile launch exists but not ready for combat use – expert
The use of American Tomahawk cruise missiles in a land-based configuration is theoretically possible, but the Typhon missile systems capable of launching them are still undergoing testing.
Multiple casualties reported as Russians drop bomb on Dobropillia in Donetsk region
Russian forces struck the center of Dobropillia in Donetsk region with an aerial bomb. The attack hit the area near the Avrora store, resulting in fatalities and numerous injuries.
Baltic countries involve Ukraine to strengthen resilience against Russian aggression – Sikorski
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.
Pro-Russian hacker group targeting Ukraine and allies dismantled in Europe
On Wednesday, Europol and Eurojust announced the dismantling of the pro-Russian hacker group NoName057(16), responsible for numerous cyberattacks on Ukraine and its allies, including attacks on critical infrastructure in Europe.
How decentralized procurement in AFU changing war game
The war with Russia has significantly transformed approaches to military operations.
FM Sybiha: just peace requires pressure on Russia, not on 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.
Ukraine launches cultural project “Sky Above Kherson”
Civil society organizations have initiated a cultural project called “Sky over Kherson,” which is based on 100 photographs of destroyed Kherson. Participants add their drawings and words to these photographs, creating a joint cultural product.
Case filed over Kherson Ukrainian children deportation, State Duma deputy involved
The Office of the Prosecutor General has referred to court the case of the deportation by the Russian Federation of Ukrainian children from the temporarily occupied city of Kherson. Among the defendants are a sanctioned member of the Russian State Duma and Russian officials.
Russian drones hit Kramatorsk at night, damage houses, kindergarten, warehouses
Last night, Russian forces launched six Heranium drones at Kramatorsk in Donetsk Oblast, damaging residential buildings, private businesses, and a kindergarten.
Zelensky: Putin afraid of U.S. – no Russian bombings during U.S. envoy’s visit
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.
Sikorski: Russian drones intentionally hit Polish Barlinek plant in Vinnytsia
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.
Russian troops ramp up assaults on Dnipro delta islands in Kherson region
Russian forces have increased their activity across the island zones at the mouth of the Dnipro River in Kherson region. Compared to the previous week, the number of combat engagements on the Kherson front has risen 3.5 times.