Minister Shmyhal: Ukraine needs at least $120B for defense next year
In 2026, Ukraine will need at least USD 120 billion for defense purposes.
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Ukrainian intelligence reveals data on new Russian recon drone built entirely from Chinese parts
The Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) has published data on a new Russian drone used both for reconnaissance and as a decoy to detect and overload Ukrainian air defense systems. All components and modules in the drone are of Chinese origin.
22 July 2025
NABU will not be subordinate to Prosecutor General after signing of law on reducing powers - PG Kravchenko
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau will not be subordinate to the Prosecutor General after the signing of the law on reducing the bureau's powers.
Verkhovna Rada passes law curbing NABU powers to restore constitutional norms, says SSU head Maliuk
The head of the Security Service of Ukraine, Vasyl Maliuk, stated that the vote by members of parliament in favor of a law that reduces the powers of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) is a return to the Constitution.
DM Shmyhal discusses Ukraine role in European security with EU commissioner
During an online conversation with EU Commissioner for Economy and Productivity Valdis Dombrovskis, Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed Ukraine's important role in the European security system.
SSU head Maliuk tells G7 ambassadors agency will keep rooting out Russian agents in state bodies
During a meeting with representatives of the G7 member states, the head of the Security Service of Ukraine, Lieutenant General Vasyl Maliuk, stated that the SSU will continue to root out Russian agents in any state body of Ukraine.
Kyiv activists demand veto of law weakening NABU, SAP independence
Protesters gathered in the capital on the square near the Ivan Franko Theater to oppose the law passed by parliament to reduce the powers of anti-corruption bodies - NABU and SAP - and demand that the president veto it.
Kovalenko says Russia using negotiations to stall for time
The Russian Federation is trying to use negotiations to stall for time until the end of US President Donald Trump's “50 days.
Independence of Ukraine’s anti-corruption bodies under threat, MP urges President to veto law
The law passed by Parliament (No. 12414) effectively destroys the independence of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO), and puts Ukraine’s anti-corruption reforms — commitments made to international partners — at serious risk.
Russia attempting breakthrough between Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka, Ukraine holding line
On the eastern front, Russian occupation forces are trying to push through to the area between the towns of Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka to gain operational space for further offensive actions. However, Ukraine’s Defense Forces are successfully holding them back.
France’s FM visits Kharkiv, meets troops near frontline
On Tuesday, French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot visited Kharkiv and areas just dozens of kilometers from the front line, where he met with Ukrainian soldiers, inspected French-supplied military equipment, and toured a literary museum.
Frontline sees 75 battles since morning, fiercest fighting in Pokrovsk sector
Since the beginning of the day, 75 combat clashes have occurred between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian invaders. Fighting is ongoing on five fronts, with the Pokrovsk sector being the most intense.
Israel’s Foreign Minister arrives in Kyiv
Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar has arrived in Kyiv on an official visit.
European Commission: Dismantling key guarantees of NABU's independence serious step back
The European Commission has expressed serious concern over the decision by the Verkhovna Rada (Ukrainian Parliament) to eliminate safeguards protecting the independence of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO).
Ukrainian, Romanian defense ministers discuss joint defense production development
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal and Romania's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Liviu-Ionuț Moșteanu discussed the current state of and prospects for bilateral defense cooperation, including the development of joint production facilities.
Ukraine strengthens logistics ties with Azerbaijan – Ambassador Husyev
Ferry connections between Ukraine and the South Caucasus are gradually being restored, enhancing the capacity of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route.
Ukrainian forces regroup on flanks, maintain fire control over Kamianske – military spox
Ukrainian forces continue a mobile defensive operation near the village of Kamianske in the Zaporizhzhia sector, where the situation remains dynamic.
Russia strikes Ukrainian gas infrastructure overnight, causing damage
In the early hours of July 22, Russian forces launched a drone attack targeting gas extraction facilities operated by Naftogaz of Ukraine, resulting in damage to infrastructure. Recovery efforts are currently underway.
EU concerned over Ukraine's actions toward anti-corruption institutions – European Commission
The European Union has expressed concern over Ukraine's recent steps affecting the independence of its key anti-corruption bodies, the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO), according to European Commission Spokesperson Guillaume Mercier.
Stefanchuk signs law curtailing NABU and SAPO powers
Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan Stefanchuk has signed a law concerning the specifics of pre-trial investigations into criminal offenses related to the disappearance of persons under exceptional circumstances during martial law.
Azerbaijan to invest in construction of four social facilities in Irpin – Ambassador Husyev
Ukraine and Azerbaijan are working on a draft agreement for the construction of four social facilities in the Kyiv region’s Irpin with funding from the Republic of Azerbaijan.
French foreign minister visits Kharkiv
Ukrainian and French Foreign Ministers Andrii Sybiha and Jean-Noel Barrot visited Kharkiv, where they witnessed the aftermath of Russian terror and discussed ways to mobilize greater support for Ukrainians under attack.
Verkhovna Rada passes controversial law reducing NABU and SAP powers
The Verkhovna Rada passed in the second reading a law on the specifics of pre-trial investigation of criminal offenses related to the disappearance of persons under special circumstances in conditions of martial law, which, according to people's deputies, “effectively liquidates NABU and SAP.”
Draft law on NABU considered by parliamentary committee without comparative table, says MP
Members of the Law Enforcement Committee considered draft law No. 12414, which could deprive the NABU and SAP (Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office of Ukraine) of their independence, without a comparative table of amendments for the second reading. Therefore, they voted blindly.
Zelensky announces next stages of prisoner exchange
President Volodymyr Zelensky expects several stages of prisoner exchanges to be carried out in accordance with the agreements reached at the second meeting in Istanbul.
Russian troops shell Kherson region village with artillery, killing one person
Russian troops fired artillery at the village of Sadove in the suburbs of Kherson in the morning, killing a 52-year-old man who was in his yard at the time of the shelling. At the same time, a 70-year-old woman was injured in the village of Chervonyi Maiak due to the detonation of Russian explosives.
Fire station, dormitory damaged in Odesa overnight drone attack
Overnight on July 22, a Russian drone strike on Odesa caused significant destruction, including damage to a fire station and its dormitory.
Petrochemical giant producing components for explosives hit in Russia’s Samara region
In Russia’s Samara region, the Novokuibyshevsk Petrochemical Company, one of the country's largest gas processing and petrochemical plants, was attacked. The facility is part of Russia's military-industrial complex, producing raw materials used in explosive manufacturing.
Nariman Dzhelyalov, Ukraine’s Ambassador to Turkey
Ukraine and Turkey have every reason to be allies in shaping a new security architecture for the Black Sea region
Russian airstrike hits apartment buildings in Sumy: 12 civilians injured, including minor
Late on July 21, Russian forces struck the city of Sumy with guided aerial bombs (GABs), injuring a total of 12 people, including a child.