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Tuesday, July 14
Drones attack major oil refinery in Russia's Bashkortostan
Drones reportedly attacked a major oil refinery in Russia's Republic of Bashkortostan on July 14, causing explosions and sending plumes of smoke over the facility.
France grants Ukraine license to produce missiles, air defense
French President Emmanuel Macron said July 13 that France would allow Ukraine to produce French-designed missiles and air defense, marking the first time it has licensed weapons production in Ukraine.
Russian opposition politician Boris Nadezhdin faces charges over Navalny-related 'extremist' post
Russian opposition politician Boris Nadezhdin was released from police custody after being detained on July 13 over alleged display of "extremist symbols," according to Russian independent media outlet Mediazona.
Monday, July 13
Zelensky urges allies to provide 300 Patriot missiles ahead of winter
President Volodymyr Zelensky called for a winter air defense package of 300 Patriot interceptor missiles during a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing on July 13.
Ukraine war latest: Zelensky eyes replacing Defense Minister Fedorov, source says
Key developments on July 13: * Zelensky eyes replacing Defense Minister Fedorov, source says * Ukraine says drones struck 15 more Russian vessels as Sea of Azov campaign reaches 105 ships total * Commander of Ukraine's 155th brigade detained in kidnapping, murder case * Russian strike on cargo ship in Odesa kills 5, including foreign crew members, injures 10 * Russian drone crashes in Moldova, attacks across Ukraine injure at least 57 President Volodymyr Zelensky is considering replacing
UK to participate in EU's 90 billion euro Ukraine loan
"This agreement will help ensure Ukraine gets the support it needs to defend itself against Russian aggression, while backing British defense companies, supporting skilled jobs and strengthening our national security," said British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on July 13.
About Patriot Air Defense System
The Patriot is an advanced American air defense system capable of intercepting ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and aircraft at ranges exceeding 150 kilometers (93 miles). Ukraine received multiple Patriot batteries from the United States and European partners from 2023 onwards for defense against Russian missile attacks. Patriots have successfully intercepted Russian Kinzhal hypersonic missiles and other advanced Russian weapons targeting Ukrainian cities.
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Robert "Madyar" Brovdi, commander of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces said that his team had destroyed 10 tankers and four ferries, bringing the total number of destroyed Russian shadow fleet vessels to 90 units this week alone.
