Ukraine-Russia War, today's news. Missiles and drones over Ukraine, another night of attacks.
The Kremlin says it has "taken note" of US President Trump's 10-12 day ultimatum to Russia to end the conflict in Ukraine. According to Moscow intelligence, Zelensky's replacement has become a key condition for restarting Ukraine's relations with the West, especially the United States, and for the continuation of Western assistance.
Trump: Moscow's deadline expires in 10 days, sanctions follow
Moscow's deadline will expire "in 10 days," and then the United States will impose sanctions. Donald Trump told reporters. "I don't know if it will have any effect on Russia, because he obviously wants to continue the war," he added, referring to Vladimir Putin.
Missiles and drones over Ukraine, another night of attacks
Another night of Russian attacks on Ukraine. According to the Air Force Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (UNIAN news agency), drones and missiles were launched in several regions, including Kyiv, Poltava, Sumy, Kharkiv, Chernihiv, Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhia, and Kirovohrad. An air raid warning has been issued, and residents are advised to seek shelter in shelters.
Trump: "Tariffs, sanctions, and more against Moscow."
US President Donald Trump announced from Air Force One that once his 10-day ultimatum for a solution to the war in Ukraine expires, American measures against Moscow could include sanctions, tariffs "and other measures." Previously, Trump had indicated among the anti-Russian measures 100% secondary tariffs on Russian imports that would hit Moscow's trading partner countries. Speaking to the press on his flight back to Washington from Scotland, the US president admitted he didn't know whether these measures would have repercussions on Russia. "They may or may not have repercussions," he said, later adding that he wasn't concerned about any impact on the oil market.
Russian attack on Ukrainian training unit, 3 dead, 18 wounded
A Russian missile attack on a Ukrainian training unit killed three servicemen and wounded 18, according to the Ukrainian Ground Forces. "Today, July 29, the enemy launched a missile attack on the territory of one of the training units of the Ukrainian Ground Forces," they said on Telegram. "Despite the security measures taken, unfortunately, it was not possible to completely prevent personnel losses. As of 9:30 p.m., it is known that three servicemen were killed and 18 were wounded."
Ukraine: People over 60 will also be able to volunteer.
With a war that has dragged on for nearly three and a half years, and contingents increasingly under pressure, Ukrainian citizens over the age of 60 will be allowed to enlist. President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a decree today that allows the recruitment of those over 60, but on a voluntary basis and as long as martial law remains in effect, the Kyiv Independent reports. Older volunteers will be reserved for non-combat and specialized roles. The one-year contract can be signed after approval from a medical commission and authorization from the General Staff. Each recruit will undergo a two-month probationary period. Ukraine faced a severe shortage of military personnel at the end of 2024 due to a major Russian offensive in Donetsk Oblast, the newspaper recalls. But the emergency has been ongoing for some time, so much so that in April last year, Kiev lowered the conscription age from 27 to 25. In February of this year, one-year contracts were introduced for volunteers aged 18 to 24, with additional financial incentives. The new law is expected to help fill staffing gaps in technical, logistics, and support units, where experienced professionals are in high demand.
Russian Intelligence: Ukraine's Allies Want to Replace Zelenesky
The replacement of Volodymyr Zelensky has become a key condition for restarting Ukraine's relations with the West, led by the United States, and for the continuation of Western assistance. This is the analysis prepared by the Russian Federation's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR), its press office reported to RIA Novosti. "The prospects of replacing Zelensky as head of the Kiev regime were discussed," it states, which "has become a key condition for 'resetting' Kiev's relations with Western partners, primarily Washington."
Trump: "No response from Moscow, it's a disgrace."
Donald Trump said he hadn't received any response from Russia regarding his ultimatum. "It's a disgrace," he remarked while speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One.
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