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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Debris from rocket fell in Poltava community
In the Poltava community, debris fell on open ground as a result of a Russian missile attack on Friday evening.
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.
Injury toll in Russian drone attack on Kamianske district rises to 12, with two killed
The number of people injured in the Russian drone strike on Kamianske district in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region has increased to 12, with two confirmed fatalities.
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.
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.
Russian forces attack Sumy community with drones, injuring three
Russian troops have launched drone strikes on the Sumy community, injuring three civilians.
UK imposes sanctions on Russia
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.
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, Stoere discuss strengthening Ukraine's air defense
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.
Ukrainian border guards destroy two tanks, artillery piece, about ten occupiers in Donetsk region
Operators from the Phoenix reconnaissance and strike UAV unit of the Ukrainian State Border Guard Service destroyed a tank, a D-20 howitzer, and enemy shelters in the Donetsk region, eliminating approximately ten Russian invaders. Play
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
Invaders shell Kostiantynivka with “Uragan” rockets, killing civilian
On July 18, Russian invaders shelled the city of Kostiantynivka in Donetsk Oblast with Uragan multiple launch rocket systems, killing a local resident in his own home.
Russians attackes Nizhyn community with “Shaheds”
Russian troops attacked the Nizhyn community in Chernihiv region with Shahed-type drones.
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.
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.
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.
DIU cyber experts target Gazprom infrastructure
On July 17, the cyber corps of the Main Intelligence Directorate carried out an attack on the network infrastructure of PJSC Gazprom, which is directly involved in Russia's armed aggression against Ukraine
Enemy shelles Central Market and residential areas in Kherson at night
In Kherson, Russian troops shelled the Central Market and residential areas of the Korabelny district at night.
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.
Russian forces kill four civilians in Donetsk region over past day
Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces launched 3,459 strikes across Donetsk region, targeting 12 settlements. As a result of the attacks, four civilians were killed and 12 others wounded.
"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.