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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.
Donald Trump says there is a 'good chance' Congress passes a bill to tighten sanctions against Russia, though he notes key provisions remain under review. The bill, introduced by a bipartisan group of senators, would impose tariffs on countries purchasing Russian energy and includes measures targeting Russia's defense, energy, and financial sectors.
NASA astronaut Anil Menon and Roscosmos cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina launched aboard a Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft from Kazakhstan, docking with the International Space Station after a three-hour journey. The eight-month mission underscores continued US-Russian cooperation in space despite geopolitical tensions over the Ukraine war.
Germany has seen a sharp rise in applications for conscientious objector status in the first half of 2026, coinciding with new military screening measures. The government has also passed bills to expand the army reserve and accelerate military construction, aiming for a larger active-duty force.
New wildfires have broken out in the Chernobyl exclusion zone, with firefighters battling burning vegetation, according to Ukraine's state emergencies service. The fires are part of a series of blazes that have periodically affected the area since early May, with previous incidents in late June and observations of a fire tornado.
Ukraine's parliament accepted Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko's resignation on Monday, following President Zelenskyy's announcement of a cabinet reshuffle to prioritize foreign policy and security. Svyrydenko, who played a key role in the US-Ukraine minerals deal, may be replaced by Naftogaz CEO Serhii Koretskyi, while EU integration plans remain unchanged.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joined French President Emmanuel Macron and dozens of European leaders in Paris for Bastille Day, where the annual military parade showcased unity with Ukraine and European defense. The celebrations were marked by wildfires and a heatwave, with fireworks moved to July 13 and commemorations of the Nice attack anniversary.
Russian forces have struck Ukrainian long-range UAV assembly and storage sites, as well as enemy deployment areas, according to daily reports from Russia's Defense Ministry. The ministry also reported heavy Ukrainian troop losses and extensive interceptions of Ukrainian drones and smart bombs.
France's annual Bastille Day parade featured allied European troops and Ukrainian soldiers alongside French forces, with President Emmanuel Macron hosting his final national day procession. Leaders from two dozen countries attended, and the parade coincided with a summit of Ukraine allies and new defence initiatives.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's comment that Russia should stay away from forming security guarantees for Ukraine reflects the EU's dead-end stance, adding that Ukraine's security guarantees are impossible without Russia. Peskov also addressed EU accusations of cyberattacks, sanctions, and relations with Azerbaijan.
Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada voted to extend nationwide mobilization for 90 days starting August 2, with 311 lawmakers supporting the measure. The extension is the 20th since martial law and mobilization were declared in February 2022.
Reports from TASS and The New York Times indicate that ground robots are increasingly used in the Ukraine conflict for supply delivery, wounded evacuation, and combat, with Ukrainian forces also adapting Western vehicles for remote control. The conflict is said to have accelerated military robotics development globally, with some technologies already used beyond Ukraine.
At a summit of the Coalition of the Willing in Paris, Ukraine's allies announced new military support, including 16 Rafale jets, a license to produce Aster missiles, and the establishment of an anti-ballistic missile coalition. The UK also signed up to a €60bn EU defence loan scheme, while Germany pledged €90 million for Ukrainian long-range drones.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said peace in Ukraine is unlikely in the near future, citing Russia's rigid stance. He also announced Poland will host military exercises with French and British troops in the autumn to prepare for potential security guarantees for Ukraine.
Ukraine's drone forces claimed to have hit 11 Russian vessels in the Sea of Azov overnight, including tankers, cargo ships, and a tugboat. Russian authorities say the strikes will not affect domestic food supply or exports, and are exploring alternative shipping routes.
State Duma member Alyona Arshinova claims the European Union is deliberately preparing Moldova for military conflict, citing a €120 million air defense package and recent arms deals. She warns of consequences for Moldovan citizens and accuses the government of abandoning neutrality.