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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A Russian missile struck Kyiv early Wednesday, triggering fires in two districts of the Ukrainian capital, according to officials. The attack marks the third large-scale assault on Kyiv in less than a week, and it comes as NATO holds its annual summit amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reiterated that the Russian-Ukrainian conflict should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy, according to TASS. He also discussed Turkey's efforts for peace in Ukraine, Iran, and Gaza with Finnish President Alexander Stubb, and highlighted cooperation with the US.
Ukraine and nine European countries have announced the formation of an Integrated Anti-Ballistic Missile Coalition to develop a joint missile defense system. The coalition aims to provide an alternative to the US-made Patriot system and complement existing European defenses. The announcement came during a Paris summit of the 'Coalition of the Willing' as Russia's ballistic missile attacks on Ukraine continue.
Ukraine and nine European countries have announced a coalition to develop a shared anti-ballistic missile defence for Europe, citing the growing threat of ballistic missiles. The move comes as leaders met in Paris to reaffirm support for Kyiv, with analysts viewing it as strategic 'insurance' amid a less predictable US security role.
France announced it will summon Russia's ambassador amid allegations of a widespread cyber campaign against European countries. The EU and UK imposed coordinated sanctions targeting Russian military intelligence officers, hackers, and firms accused of involvement in cyber-espionage and sabotage operations.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko stepped down on Sunday, as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a broader government reshuffle and changes to law enforcement leadership. The move is part of a shift in Ukraine’s political strategy amid the ongoing war with Russia.
The sudden death of US Senator Lindsey Graham at 71 has narrowed Republicans' Senate majority and raised questions about the fate of pro-Ukraine legislation and the balance of power ahead of midterms. President Trump called Graham 'like a member of the family,' while officials and analysts weigh the impact on the Sanctioning Russia Act and military aid.
Viktor Medvedchuk, head of the Other Ukraine movement, warns that Germany's growing role in Ukraine's defense industry makes German factories legitimate targets for Russia and risks spreading the conflict to Europe. He also criticizes German leadership for following what he calls Ukraine's 'Maidan path' and urges an end to funding for Kiev.
Leaders from the 'Coalition of the Willing' gathered in Paris to reaffirm support for Ukraine, with NATO chief Mark Rutte and President Volodymyr Zelensky in attendance. Meanwhile, EU foreign ministers in Brussels discussed a new sanctions package, though no consensus has been reached. The meeting comes amid reported Ukrainian drone strikes in the Moscow region that killed at least three people.
Western allies are set to meet in Paris to secure additional air-defense support for Ukraine, which remains exposed to Russian ballistic missiles. The talks come amid fresh Russian strikes that killed eight people and as the EU prepares a new sanctions package.
US Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died on Saturday at age 71 after a brief illness, his office said. Preliminary findings from the DC Medical Examiner indicate he died of aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Graham was a key ally of President Donald Trump and a prominent foreign policy hawk.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has stepped down as President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a government reshuffle, citing a need to implement an updated political strategy. Zelensky offered Svyrydenko a new role in relations with a key partner, with speculation she may become ambassador to the US.
Fresh US military strikes on Iran prompted Tehran to announce the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and to attack targets in several Gulf states. The escalation follows Iran's strike on a container ship, and regional governments report interceptions and damage. US Central Command maintains that commercial traffic continues to flow through the strait.
A lawsuit filed by the Iranian American Legal Defense Fund and Public Citizen Litigation Group alleges the Trump administration violated US law by providing Iran with confidential information about Iranian asylum seekers, including pro-democracy protesters, religious minorities, and LGBTQ individuals. The plaintiffs say the data could lead to persecution, torture, or death upon deportation, while ICE has denied the allegations. The suit also details a March 2025 meeting and ongoing information exchanges between US and Iranian officials.