‼️ZELENSKYY GAVE A FIRST COMMENT TO JOURNALISTS ON THE G7-UKRAINE MEETING: among other things they discussed with Trump the possibly for Kyiv to obtain the licenses to produce the necessary anti-ballistic systems and missiles. FULL TRANSCRIPTION OF THE ZELENSKYY’S COMMENT: First of all, I want to say that everyone is supporting Ukraine. In my opinion, it's a really important signal that all the G7 countries, and this was evident during our summit today, fully support Ukraine. All countries have condemned the strikes on civilian infrastructure, our people, and Lavra (Cathedral) Everyone saw it; I showed them some photographs of the attacks and fires, and how our guys heroically stopped the fire. And everyone condemns it, and really, no one understands the logic of Russia's aggressive non-leader. Everyone thinks that, in any case, the war must be stopped. It makes sense. Everyone thinks that they don’t see a desire from Russia’s side, and that Russia is playing games. First and foremost, Putin doesn't want to end this, but we need to make him stop. Primarily through sanctions. All countries said this, including Canada and Britain. You know, that I especially thanked to Keir (Starmer). They blocked the (Russian) shadow fleet tanker, and all the countries will start doing it and take appropriate steps. We talked about what Ukraine needs. Air defense — everyone acknowledges it’s needed and will help with it. The entire Group of Seven will work to strengthen our defense. We discussed both (air defense) systems and missiles. Well, for now, no details on this; more details can come later. Next, I brought up the question; we discussed it with President Trump. Our teams will work on this. God willing, this time we'll get the licenses to produce the necessary anti-ballistic systems and missiles. Then, we talked about the energy package, and the President of France raised this issue. All of us understand, Ursula and Antonio, we need additional funds to physically secure our facilities and we need air defense. That's what I said. Diesel, gas, and gasoline are what we need for winter. If the war doesn't end and there's a shortage, all our partners will support. I've called it a 'winter package' and explained in detail what we need. All countries said they will support us: Japan, Germany, and all other participants at the summit today. France separately stated it understands the dangers of drone strikes used by Russia and will rebuild the Chornobyl sarcophagus. I thanked them for that. Separately, I want to thank—not remind, but thank—Switzerland. Yesterday evening, I met with the president and we discussed the restoration of Lavra; they, along with our specialists, will work on it. Thanks to Switzerland for such an initiative and support. Regarding the EU, everyone understands Ukraine is making progress despite the war. The Group of Seven supports our EU membership. And Ursula and António, everyone agrees that it was absolutely the right thing to open the clusters, and all of them will be open. So far, nobody sees any slowdowns in this process. God willing, may it stay that way. We're going to work on the Drone Deal. That's good. Everyone acknowledges our leadership in supporting the Middle East. Thanks to our expertise, we'll be doing a big Drone Deal with Canada. Also, we can already see how our mid-strike and long-range sanctions are impacting the limitation of energy resource sales by the Russian Federation. They have big problems. Everyone admits they (Russians) need to end this war urgently. Well, otherwise, the aid for Ukraine will only increase.

Ukraine is ready for the end of the war and a ceasefire—as early as today—according to Zelenskyy. The world sees every day that Ukraine wants peace. The world sees every day that Russia chooses death, destruction, and blackmail.

Don’t stop supporting Ukraine! 🫶🌻

A widowed female stork in Vinnytsia, Ukraine, is sitting on her eggs but unable to feed herself. Kind locals have begun feeding her.

Ласкаво просимо, @ZelenskyyUa.

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Unlike Russia, Ukraine targets not the 1000-year-old cradles of Eastern Christianity, but the foundations of the economic means by which Moscow finances war. We are not the same. We want an end to this war and peace – a just and lasting peace.

Розповіла про становище українських жінок у війні та можливості допомоги для них під час заходу, який організувала Велика Британія за участі Канади та Австралії. Його відкрила державний секретар у закордонних справах, справах Співдружності націй та розвитку Сполученого Королівства Великої Британії та Північної Ірландії @YvetteCooperMP. Вдячна їй за особисту участь у важливому для України заході. Понад 5 тисяч наших жінок і дівчат загинули, понад 14 тисяч поранені. Сотні пережили сексуальне насильство з боку російських окупантів, і це тільки за свідченнями тих, хто знайшов сили говорити. Закликала наших партнерів мати спільні пріоритети, як-от: справедливість для постраждалих, підтримка жінок і виплата репарацій. Бо справедливість для однієї людини сьогодні – це більш справедливий світ для всіх завтра.

The tide is turning for Ukraine. The situation in 2026 is very different from 2025. Ukraine is bravely holding the frontline. Russia’s fatigue is openly showing. That’s the time to double down on our support. With the first disbursement of the €90 billion EU loan. With a winter package to support Ukraine later in the year. The G7 stands in support of a strong and sovereign Ukraine.

I am grateful to Canada for its new package of sanctions against more than 160 entities linked to Russia’s shadow fleet. Today, during our meeting with @MarkJCarney, we discussed strengthening sanctions pressure on Russia. And it is important that such decisions are being made. We also discussed formats of defense cooperation, Canada’s participation in financing the production of Ukrainian drones under the Danish model, and cooperation in the energy sector. Importantly, Canada will continue to provide Ukraine with energy support and assistance in recovery. I thank Mark for his strong position during the G7–Ukraine meeting and for all the support for our people. We truly have strong allies and the Prime Minister’s significant personal engagement in supporting Ukraine. And this is highly valuable.

Un violent incendie a ravagé ce lundi la cathédrale de la Dormition de la laure des Grottes de Kiev, après une frappe de missiles russes sur la capitale ukrainienne. →l.lefigaro.fr/9oem

A humiliating morning for the Russian dictator, as the largest refinery in Moscow and one of the largest in Russia, now burns after a barrage of Ukrainian drones bypassed the country's most protected airspace. Processing 12.8 million tonnes per year (245,000–250,000 barrels per day), this refinery supplies roughly 35–40% of the fuel consumed in Moscow and the surrounding region.

This time, the Moscow region felt the reach of Ukraine’s long-range capabilities. An oil refinery was hit at a distance of 500 kilometers. I thank the warriors of the Security Service of Ukraine, the Unmanned Systems Forces, the Special Operations Forces, the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine, and the Missile Forces for their effective work. Russia must be forced to end its war against our people. And Ukraine’s long-range weapons are one of the important components of such pressure. This is a just response to Russian strikes – and to the dragging out of a war that must be ended. Glory to Ukraine!

This is a just response to Russian strikes and prolonging the war by the Kremlin" - President Zelenskyy about the Ukrainian attack on Moscow oil refinery.

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Presidents Trump, Macron and Zelenskyy arriving for a G7 meeting today.

Moscow mayor says last night's attack on Moscow is one of the largest this year.

More footage of the crash of the Russian Tu-22M3 bomber.

- Bridget Brink Former US Ambassador to Ukraine about her resignation: "I cannot stand by while a country is invaded, a democracy bombarded, and children killed with impunity. The America I love, the one our grandparents served, would never stand by and let such horrors happen. Or give up helping our friends. Or appease the aggressor. I resigned ... because the policy was to put pressure on the victim Ukraine, rather than on the aggressor, Russia" Respect 🫡