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Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada has appointed businessman Sergey Koretsky as prime minister with 289 votes, following the dismissal of Yulia Sviridenko. The reshuffle, initiated by President Zelensky, has triggered widespread protests and uncertainty over cabinet appointments.
Russia's envoy to the OSCE, Dmitry Polyansky, has accused European nations of banking on Russia's military defeat and of preparing for armed conflict, warning that Moscow would respond if NATO and the EU choose war. His remarks, reported by TASS, also criticized Europe's stance on Ukrainian conscripts and its reaction to attacks on Russian territory.
Russian air defenses intercepted and destroyed between 342 and 415 Ukrainian drones over various regions during separate overnight attacks, according to TASS and Russian officials. The incidents resulted in civilian deaths and injuries across Saratov, Yaroslavl, Moscow suburbs, and other areas.
Large protests erupted in several Ukrainian cities following President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's decision to remove Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, a popular moderniser credited with drone innovation and anti-corruption reforms. Demonstrators demanded his reinstatement, while a deputy air force commander resigned in protest and the Kremlin said it was monitoring the reshuffle.
Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov has ordered refinements to hardware and software systems for more accurate assessment of UAV crews' performance, following inspections of Battlegroup Center. The ministry also announced the creation of analytical groups in unmanned systems units and progress on digital transformation initiatives.
Russian agricultural exports grew by 26% in value year-on-year in the first half of 2026, surpassing $20 billion. Exports to China rose sharply, with significant increases in pork, oats, and other key commodities.
Russia aims to boost tourist arrivals from China to 5.5 million by 2030, with the Far East expected to attract 1.8 million visitors, according to Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko. Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov also highlighted double-digit growth in mutual tourism, supported by a visa-free regime that will be extended until 2027.
Deputy Secretary of the Russian Security Council Yury Kokov accused NATO of unleashing more than 30 military-terrorist conflicts in the past 25 years, costing trillions of dollars. He also criticized the EU for aligning with NATO's aggressive policies and claimed Western military-industrial corporations are escalating conflicts for profit.
Container shipping is gradually returning to the Suez Canal as tensions ease, but a potential Houthi blockade of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait could hit non-oil freight hard. Reports detail Maersk's rerouting of the AE15 service and expert warnings on the impact to container markets.
Alexander Yakovlev, chief engineer of the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant, was killed in a drone attack that also claimed the life of driver Dmitry Filippov. Russian officials and the plant have condemned the incident, calling it a violation of nuclear safety principles.
The US Department of Energy reported a weekly decline of 1.7 million barrels in commercial oil reserves, now at 409.7 million barrels as of July 10, 2026. The stock level is 6% below the five-year average. Oil futures prices showed mixed movement, with Brent down slightly and WTI up marginally.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu's visit to Kiev for the Ukraine-Southeast Europe Summit may involve preparations for arms transit through Moldovan territory, according to a Russian-Moldovan expert. The report also covers Moldova's military buildup and criticism from former president Igor Dodon.
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said NATO's actions in the Arctic significantly increase the risk of unintended incidents, warning the region is becoming a zone of militarization and geopolitical confrontation. Separately, TASS reported that a group of 12 NATO countries is preparing a new naval mission to strengthen security in the North Atlantic and the Arctic, an initiative attributed to US pressure for Europe to take on more responsibility within the alliance.
A new survey by PwC and Civey, reported by Der Tagesspiegel, reveals growing insecurity among Germans: more than a third believe Germany could be drawn into a direct war within five years, and a majority doubt the Bundeswehr will become Europe's strongest force by 2035. The findings reflect rising concerns about hybrid threats, waning trust in the US, and growing support for European defense autonomy.
Russia's current account surplus rose to $27 billion in January-May 2026, up from $21.8 billion a year earlier, according to preliminary Central Bank data. The increase was driven by export growth, with the foreign trade surplus also expanding.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a new EU-Ukraine drone production deal during a visit to Kyiv, as Russian ballistic missiles struck the capital. The agreement aims to combine Ukraine's battlefield expertise with Europe's industrial capacity, building on similar deals Kyiv has signed with individual nations.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan's two-day visit to Ukraine focuses on stopping the conflict and ensuring Black Sea shipping security. Ankara proposes a moratorium on military actions in critical areas, with Kiev reportedly supporting the proposals.
Russian attacks on the Ukrainian port city of Odesa have killed at least three people, according to local officials, as Ukraine's drone forces strike Russian vessels in the Black Sea. The escalation comes amid a broader conflict over shipping routes crucial for grain exports, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visiting Kyiv to discuss defense integration.
Russian forces conducted overnight strikes on Ukrainian port infrastructure in Odessa and Chernomorsk, targeting fuel storage, drone production facilities, and vessels, as reported by the Russian Defense Ministry. The strikes are part of ongoing military actions against ports allegedly used for military cargo deliveries.
Ukraine's parliament has approved the resignation of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reportedly offering her a new role as ambassador to the United States. The reshuffle follows recent scandals and communications issues within the government.