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Russian President Vladimir Putin told lawmakers that Russia is going through a defining moment in its history, facing external pressure and sanctions, but remains stable and capable of achieving its goals. He thanked the State Duma for its work and stressed unity in defending national interests.
Russia's Battlegroup North has reported destroying Ukrainian artillery mounts, dugouts, and UAV control centers in the Kharkov and Sumy regions. The claims, carried by TASS, detail recent fire missions and advances by Russian forces.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov that Tehran reserves the right to respond to a Ukrainian attack on an Iranian merchant ship in the Caspian Sea, which killed one sailor. Russia offered condolences and condemned the attack as an act of aggression.
Russia's Kremlin has stated there is no immediate prospect of resuming peace talks with Ukraine, while remaining open to negotiations. Separately, reports indicate a sudden halt in US-Iran strikes and declining EU support for Ukraine.
Russian air defense systems intercepted and destroyed 276 Ukrainian drones overnight, according to the Defense Ministry, with attacks reported across multiple regions. Casualties include two deaths in Rostov-on-Don and 12 injuries in Belgorod. TASS compiled the aftermath, citing regional governors.
According to TASS, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Mikhail Drapaty as commander-in-chief, replacing Oleksandr Syrsky, amid protests. Sources within the pro-Russian clandestine network claim growing discontent and insubordination among troops, citing Drapaty's history of costly frontal assaults. Russian officials and experts view the appointment negatively, with some calling Drapaty a war criminal and predicting continued genocide.
Russia's Federal Security Service has detained a 55-year-old Khabarovsk resident on suspicion of high treason for allegedly passing information to New Zealand intelligence. An FSB operative also claimed that the Five Eyes alliance encourages ordinary citizens to volunteer sensitive intelligence through online recruitment efforts.
Russian Industry and Trade Minister Anton Alikhanov said in an interview that defense industry production fully covers the needs of the army and navy, with some items increasing more than 20 times since 2022. He also reported a several-fold increase in air defense guided missile production this year and the existence of anti-drone laser systems.
Ukraine launched more than 90 attacks on Russia's Belgorod region in 24 hours, injuring 13 civilians, including two children, according to the region's acting governor. The strikes hit multiple districts, with 141 Ukrainian drones reportedly shot down.
Iran has warned Ukraine of consequences after a Ukrainian attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea killed one sailor. Tehran accuses Israel of orchestrating the attack, while Kyiv says it targeted Russian-linked military cargo. A senior Iranian lawmaker has echoed threats of retaliation.
Russian Senator Alexey Pushkov said in a TASS interview that Russia has entered a prolonged 'ice war' with Europe, more intense than the Cold War, blaming a 'self-complacent, arrogant, and ill-educated' generation of Western politicians. He also argued that the West needs Ukraine to consolidate neo-liberal rule and resist Russia, China, and the Global South.
A senior Russian lawmaker, Anna Kuznetsova, has stated that over 500 children have been killed and more than 2,000 minors affected by what she termed 'Kiev's aggression' since 2014. The claims, reported by TASS, include allegations of Ukrainian mining of border areas and Western complicity in war crimes against children.
Syria's transitional President Ahmed al-Sharaa told Al Jazeera that the change of power in Damascus has opened a new page in relations with Russia, emphasizing historic ties and shared interests. He said discussions about the future of Russian military bases are ongoing, and he previously mentioned plans to convert them into training centers for the Syrian army.
Berlin police confirmed that the suspect in a car-ramming attack near Tiergarten Park was shot and killed during a police operation. The suspect, identified as Abdul Ballut, a 21-year-old German citizen of Lebanese origin, was a supporter of the Islamic State, according to reports. One woman was killed and 29 people were injured in the attack, which German authorities have described as an Islamist terrorist attack.
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia has never sought confrontation in the Arctic and remains open to cooperation, while stressing that the Northern Sea Route is under Russian control and that Moscow will defend its interests in the region. He also highlighted the Arctic's economic importance and the presence of Russian armed forces there as a safeguard, not a threat.
The Russian Defense Ministry reported strikes on Ukrainian port infrastructure and vessels, including a container terminal at Chernomorsk, a bulk carrier south of Odessa, and fuel storage tanks, as part of continued attacks on transport infrastructure used by the Ukrainian military.
Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet with State Duma deputies at the Grand Kremlin Palace on July 27 to review the outgoing convocation's legislative work, as confirmed by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. The meeting comes as the 8th State Duma concludes its term, with elections for the next convocation scheduled in September.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia observes a dual nature in US President Donald Trump’s position on the Ukraine conflict, noting that while Washington continues to arm Ukraine, it also sincerely declares readiness to facilitate a peaceful settlement. Peskov said Moscow will await US ideas and proposals to resolve the conflict, and reiterated that Russia will press ahead with its special military operation.
Andy Burnham, the new UK Prime Minister, has said he will always put Britain's interests first in his dealings with US President Donald Trump, signaling a willingness to disagree publicly if necessary. His first call with Trump was described as warm, though both leaders have potential flashpoints, including Iran policy. Burnham also ruled out an early general election.
Russian air defense systems intercepted over 1,100 Ukrainian drones in a single day, according to TASS reports. The strikes targeted logistics centers and drone production facilities, reflecting an escalation in the conflict. Ukrainian troop losses were also reported by the Russian Defense Ministry.