Ukrainian drone strikes force Russia to suspend shipping in Sea of Azov Vital maritime corridor closes after 90 vessels – including shadow fleet oil tankers – are attacked in under a week The Guardian - UK · Jul 12
Ukrainian prime minister to step down as Zelenskyy announces government reshuffle Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko stepped down on Sunday as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced fresh changes to Ukraine’s government The Independent UK · Jul 12
‘The fiercest of fighters’: Lindsey Graham remembered by politicians and foreign leaders after sudden death Trump says US senator was ‘a true American patriot’ while Zelenskyy says he’s ‘deeply saddened’ by his death The Guardian - US · Jul 12
Lindsey Graham's Last 48 Hours: A Ukraine Trip, Russia Tensions and a 'Sudden Illness' That Has the Internet Asking Questions Less than 48 hours before his death, Sen. Lindsey Graham was in Kyiv meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, urging stronger sanctions against Russia and reaffirming his unwavering support for Ukraine as the war entered another year. By Saturday evening, the veteran South Carolina Republican was dead. Latin Times · Jul 12
Ukraine's Zelensky orders government reshuffle, new prime minister Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a significant government reshuffle on Sunday. He proposed replacing Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and heads of law enforcement agencies. Zelensky expressed gratitude for Svyrydenko's effective work and offered her a new role. The president also highlighted tasks like EU accession and border strengthening. These changes… The Economic Times · Jul 12
Zelenskyy announces government reshuffle, including new Ukrainian prime minister Outgoing PM Yuliia Svyrydenko said she was proud of her work in office and that she remained "ready to serve the Ukrainian state." Euronews · Jul 12
Ukraine's Zelensky orders government reshuffle, new PM KYIV (UKRAINE) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a major reshuffle of the government on Sunday, proposing the replacement of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and the heads of some law enforcement agencies. Bangkok Post · Jul 12
Ukraine's Zelensky proposes new PM in Ukraine government reshuffle Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday he had proposed replacing Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko as part of a broader government reshuffle aimed at implementing an "updated political strategy". France 24 · Jul 12
Netanyahu and Zelenskyy unite to honor Lindsey Graham after his death Leaders of NATO allies, Ukraine and Israel paid tribute to U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham as a friend, partner and advocate of trans-Atlantic relations The Independent UK · Jul 12
US Senator Lindsey Graham dies after 'brief and sudden illness' Graham, a prominent Republican voice on foreign policy, had recently returned from Ukraine, where he met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv. Euronews · Jul 12
Watch: Ukrainian woman shields child as Russian strikes hit Sumy Russian airstrikes struck Ukraine's northern city of Sumy, killing five and injuring thirty people. Glide bombs also injured ten in the southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia. Kyiv witnessed an overnight attack which wounded twelve civilians and damaged infrastructure. Ukraine has increased drone attacks on Russian supply lines in occupied southern Ukraine.… The Times of India · Jul 12
US allies apprehensive after capricious Trump changes tune at Nato summit Sudden shift may be linked to affinity for Erdoğan but erratic behavior towards alliance may have consequences The Guardian - US · Jul 12
Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy decries housing of weapons in civilian area after Russian strike kills 10 President says tragedy must never be repeated after secondary explosions from strike devastate residential area on Kyiv outskirts. What we know on day 1,600 The Guardian - AU · Jul 12
Six dead, dozens wounded as Russia strikes Ukraine with missiles, drones Russia launched missile and drone attacks across Ukraine on Saturday. Six people were killed and dozens more were wounded in these attacks. Kyiv is awaiting crucial air defence munitions amid a significant shortage. Ukraine's forces managed to down most incoming drone targets. Kyiv continues to pressure Russian military logistics in… The Economic Times · Jul 11
The Times of India · Jul 11 6 killed as Russia rains missiles, drones on Ukraine; Kyiv renews plea for air defences Recent missile and drone attacks from Russia have claimed the lives of six individuals and left many others wounded throughout Ukraine. In response to dwindling interceptor missile availability, Kyiv has made an emergency appeal for air defense systems. The strikes affected key locations, including Sumy, Odesa, Kharkiv, and Kyiv, with…
France 24 · Jul 11 Overnight Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukraine kill eight, officials say Russian attacks on Ukraine killed eight people, including a child, and wounded dozens more, according to local officials on Saturday. Moscow launched more than 120 drones and 12 missiles during the night, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, putting his country's air defence system under strain.
The Economic Times · Jul 11 US Senator urges China to help end Russia-Ukraine war by pressuring Moscow Senator Lindsey Graham believes China holds significant power to influence Russia toward peace talks. He met President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss Ukraine's defense needs and sanctions. Graham stated that bolstering Ukraine's military capabilities could compel Moscow into negotiations. He emphasized that the path to peace involves Beijing's engagement more than…
France 24 · Jul 11 Patriot missile license a 'long-term' investment for Ukraine – but can it afford the wait? US President Donald Trump’s surprise announcement that he will approve a license for Ukraine to produce its own Patriot missile interceptors signals a potential breakthrough for Kyiv, though experts caution that it will not translate into an immediate fix.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 11 Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy creates ‘long-range impact’ command to strike Russian energy sector New initiative to focus ‘100%’ on damaging Moscow’s ability to wage war; strikes on Kyiv injure six. What we know on day 1,599
The Economic Times · Jul 11 Trump administration, senators advance sanctions bill targeting countries buying Russian oil US senators and the Trump administration have agreed on updated Russia sanctions legislation. This new bill aims to impose penalties on countries doing business with Russia. Senator Lindsey Graham met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in Kyiv on Friday. Zelenskiy underscored the need for increased sanctions pressure on Moscow. The…
France 24 · Jul 10 Iran: Forewarnings and a Funeral, NATO, Le Pen It’s been a week of shifting alliances, escalating tensions and political drama. NATO leaders gathered in Turkey for another pivotal summit, where President Trump arrived questioning the alliance’s loyalty before leaving in a markedly warmer mood, as attention also turned to his relationship with President Zelensky and the future of…
France 24 · Jul 10 Notes from a NATO Summit: An Estonian Perspective As the week draws to a close following the NATO summit in Ankara, a clearer picture is emerging of what was happening behind closed doors inside the Presidential Compound as the alliance's 32 leaders met. Among the revelations, reports from The Wall Street Journal and The Times of Israel suggest…
The Independent UK · Jul 10 Voices: ‘Genuinely funny, astute and compassionate’: Readers rally behind Binface ahead of Clacton by-election YOUR VIEWS: As Count Binface prepares to take on Nigel Farage in the Clacton by-election, Independent readers share their verdict on the man behind the bin – and whether he could actually pull off an upseT
The Economic Times · Jul 10 US license could let Ukraine produce Patriot missiles, but it won't be simple or quick President Trump announced the United States will allow Ukraine to produce Patriot air-defense systems. This significant pledge, however, faces considerable hurdles in actual implementation. Experts and officials warn that full domestic production could take several years to achieve. Ukraine would likely focus initially on assembly or producing less complex components.…
The Independent UK · Jul 10 A US license could let Ukraine produce Patriot missiles, but it won’t be simple or quick U.S. President Donald Trump’s pledge to give Ukraine a license to produce Patriot air-defense systems could mark a major breakthrough for Kyiv