Zelensky, Trump hold phone call after Putin's pledge to continue war in Ukraine
"A very important and meaningful conversation between the presidents," Andriy Yermak, head of Ukraine's Presidential Office, said.
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'Disingenuous' Hegseth paused Ukraine weapons despite Pentagon finding aid wouldn't hurt US readiness, NBC reports
A senior military review had concluded that while some munitions stockpiles, including precision weapons, were low, they had not fallen below critical thresholds, according to NBC. Still, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth opted to stop the shipment. This is reportedly his third such move since February.
Russia intensifying use of chemical weapons in Ukraine, Dutch intelligence reports
Dutch intelligence services, together with German intelligence, have found that Russia is systematically escalating the use of chemical weapons against Ukrainian forces, the Netherlands Military Intelligence (MIVD) reported on July 4.
Ukraine, Russia conduct new POW exchange
"Our people are home. Most of them had been in Russian captivity since 2022," President Volodymyr Zelensky announced in a statement.
Trump envoy Steve Witkoff pushing to lift energy sanctions on Russia, Politico reports
While Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is reportedly advocating for the easing of energy sanctions, others in the administration disagree. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum favors reducing U.S. reliance on Russian imports rather than expanding trade, according to Politico.
Number of Ukrainian children killed and injured amid Russian full-scale invasion jumps threefold in recent months
The latest U.N. figures show a threefold jump in the number of deaths and injuries for children over the three months ending in May.
'I'm very disappointed,' Trump says after phone call with Putin
"I'm speaking to President Zelensky tomorrow in the morning, and I'm very disappointed with the conversation I had today with President Putin," U.S. President Donald Trump told journalists.
'Deliberately massive and cynical' — Russian attack on Ukraine began as Trump and Putin spoke, Zelensky says
"Patriots and their missiles are real defenders of life," President Volodymyr Zelensky said. "It is very important to maintain the support of partners in ballistic missile defense."
'There is also good news' — Ukrainian drones hit key military optics plant in Russia, General Staff confirms
Andrii Kovalenko, head of Ukraine's counter-disinformation center, said a drone hit the Azov Optical and Mechanical Plant in the town of Azov, Rostov Oblast. The facility reportedly manufactures critical components for the Russian military, including sights, rangefinders, thermal imaging systems, and fire control equipment for tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, ships, and aircraft.
General Staff: Russia has lost 1,024,210 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
The number includes 1,120 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.
China's foreign minister tells EU that Beijing cannot afford Russia to lose in Ukraine, media reports
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi reportedly told the EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas on July 3 that the country cannot afford for Russia to lose the war in Ukraine amid fears the U.S. would shift focus towards Beijing, the South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported, citing sources familiar with the conversation.
Trump says he 'didn't make any progress' with Putin following phone call
When asked if he had made any progress with Putin on the call, Trump responded: "No, I didn't make any progress with him today at all."
Ukraine war latest: Putin tells Trump Russia won't back down from its war aims in Ukraine
Key developments on July 3: * Putin tells Trump Russia won't back down from its war aims in Ukraine * Deputy commander of Russian Navy killed in Ukrainian strike in Kursk, Russian official confirms * Ukraine signs major drone co-production deal with US Swift Beat, Zelensky announces * Russia targets Ukrainian conscription offices to
‘Not many events like this left’ — A Ukrainian literary festival in a city falsely claimed by Russia
When Russia illegally declared ownership in 2022 over all of Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Oblast – despite never fully capturing or controlling much of it — it only strengthened the case for holding a literary festival there, says Svyatoslav Pomerantsev, president of the international literary corporation Meridian Czernowitz. Hosting a cultural event in the
'Nothing but terror and murder' — Russia pounds Kyiv with record overnight drone, missile attack, 1 dead, 23 injured
Fires broke out across the city as Russia attacked the capital overnight on July 4. At least 23 people have been injured, with 14 of the victims hospitalized.
In landmark ruling, same-sex couple recognized as family by Ukrainian court
Ukraine does not currently recognize same-sex marriages or partnerships, and this court ruling may serve as a critical legal milestone in expanding rights for LGBTQ families.
Ukrainian bank wins $1.5 billion appeal against Russia over lost Crimea assets
The ruling orders Russia to pay more than $1.5 billion in damages and an additional 300,000 euros ($330,000) in legal costs to Ukraine's largest state-owned bank, according to a press release.
Putin tells Trump Russia won't back down from its war aims in Ukraine
The hour-long conversation between the two presidents focused on Russia's war in Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East, according to Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov.
Ukraine scrambles to clarify extent of US military aid pause and 'whether everything will continue'
When the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) halted the transfer of critical air defense missiles and other weapons to Ukraine, Kyiv and its partners were caught off-guard and are now left scrambling for clarity on the scope and length of the Trump administration's decision. The White House confirmed the
Ukraine signs major drone co-production deal with US Swift Beat, Zelensky announces
Ukraine signed a major deal with U.S. company Swift Beat to co-produce various types of drones, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on July 3 during his visit to Denmark.
Former Russian proxy mayor reportedly killed in explosion in occupied Luhansk
Manolis Pilavov had been wanted in Ukraine since 2015 on charges including attempting to violently overthrow the constitutional order and violating Ukraine's territorial integrity.
Ukrainian Air Force officer acting as 'FSB mole' arrested, SBU says
The alleged spy, arrested during a special operation in Lviv Oblast, was reportedly recruited through his ex-wife, a former military officer now cooperating with Russian forces in occupied Melitopol.
'A powerful secondary explosion' — Ukrainian drones destroy Russian ammunition depot in Donetsk Oblast, SBU says
Unconfirmed videos posted to social media show a fire already burning followed by a large explosion and shockwave.
Deputy commander of Russian Navy killed in Ukrainian strike in Kursk, Russian official confirms
Major General Mikhail Gudkov also led a brigade involved in combat operations against Ukraine. His death reportedly occurred during a Ukrainian attack on a Russian command post.
Russia's attacks kill 3, injure 34 across Ukraine over past day
Ukraine's Air Force reported that Russia used 52 drones launched from several directions, including Oryol, Millerovo, and Primorsko-Akhtarsk. Air defenses destroyed 40 of them, including 22 shot down and 18 jammed electronically.
Russia targets Ukrainian conscription offices to disrupt mobilization, military spokesperson says after Poltava attack
"We will continue to strengthen our army, train our troops, and involve more people in defense to deliver a strong response to the enemy," said Ground Forces spokesperson Vitalii Sarantsev.
US halts Ukraine-bound weapons already staged in Poland, WSJ reports
The shipment includes over two dozen PAC-3 Patriot missiles, more than two dozen Stinger air-defense systems, Hellfire air-to-ground missiles, and over 90 AIM air-to-air missiles intended for use with Ukraine's F-16 fighter jets, according to U.S. administration and congressional officials cited by the Wall Street Journal.
Poland establishes July 11 as National Day of Remembrance for Volyn massacre victims
The law passed both houses of Poland's parliament with reportedly near-unanimous support. Lawmakers emphasized that the victims of the massacres deserve a permanent place in the nation's collective memory.
General Staff: Russia has lost 1,023,090 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
The number includes 1,000 casualties that Russian forces suffered just over the past day.
Raybird drones to be built in UK in new joint venture with Ukraine
Skyeton Prevail Solutions, a joint venture between Ukrainian drone manufacturer Skyeton and U.K.-based defense company Prevail Solutions, will supply the British Army with Raybird drones, the two companies announced on July 2.
'One of Russia's most critical targets' — Ukraine confirms strike on missile battery plant in Lipetsk
The Energia plant in Yelets produces parts for ballistic and cruise missiles, as well as batteries for drones and glide bombs. The factory was previously targeted multiple times this past May.
Pentagon confirms pause in aid deliveries to Ukraine amid 'capability review'
Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed on July 2 that some military assistance to Ukraine has been halted as the U.S. Defense Department conducts a review of foreign aid deliveries.
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