International Relations
The Council called on Poland, Finland and the Baltic states to completely ban trade with Russia and Belarus.
The Verkhovna Rada has appealed to the governments of five European countries with a proposal to initiate a complete trade embargo against Russia and Belarus.
Svyrydenko met with Macron in Paris: they discussed energy and Ukraine's accession to the EU
During her visit to Paris, Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko held talks with French President Emmanuel Macron on energy sustainability and European integration.
Russia assists Iran with drones and air defence systems: Zelenskyy does not rule out sending troops
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Russia is already supporting Iran with drones and air defence systems and may go further — even to the point of sending troops.
President of the Bundestag Julia Klöckner arrives in Kyiv for the first time
The President of the German Bundestag, Julia Klöckner, made her first visit to Kyiv after being elected to office.
Iranian president rejects Trump's demand for "unconditional surrender"
The Iranian leader stated that Tehran would not capitulate, while expressing readiness for a diplomatic settlement of the conflict.
The President of Iran promised to stop attacks on Persian Gulf countries, but set a condition
Iran has declared its readiness to refrain from attacking neighbouring Persian Gulf states if their territories are not used to launch strikes against Tehran.
Israel launched massive air strikes on Iran: more than 80 fighter jets dropped 230 bombs
The Israeli military reported a large-scale night-time operation against Iranian military targets in Tehran and the central part of the country.
Trump announced a sharp increase in arms production in the United States
The US president announced plans for a large-scale expansion of the defence industry after meeting with the heads of leading military corporations.
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry held an iftar attended by diplomats and leaders of the Crimean Tatar people
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted an iftar during Ramadan, inviting diplomats, representatives of the Muslim community, and Crimean Tatar leaders.
Azerbaijan announces foiling of terrorist plot: representatives of Iran's Quds Force detained
Azerbaijani special services reported that they had prevented a series of terrorist attacks, which, according to their information, were being planned by representatives of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Trump dodged questions about possible Russian assistance to Iran
The US president declined to comment on speculation about Russia's involvement in supporting Iran during the conflict in the Middle East.
WP: Israel and Saudi Arabia persuaded Trump to strike Iran
According to the publication, the decision on the air campaign was made after closed-door talks and public appeals from US allies.
