Russia delivered a thousand slain soldiers' remains to Ukraine
As the Ukraine-Russia conflict persists, with no end in sight, the military situation remains intense. Russian forces have been making steady advances, particularly in the Donetsk region, capturing new Ukrainian villages daily. The territorial control of Russia in Ukraine currently stands at approximately 114,016 square kilometers, with recent weekly advances increasing by more than triple the previous rate.
The human cost of this conflict is severe, with estimates of Russian casualties ranging from 600,000 to over 1,000,000 killed or injured. NATO states that around 100,000 Russian soldiers have died in 2025 alone. The conflict has also resulted in significant civilian casualties and infrastructure damage, particularly due to the record-high barrage of Russian drone and missile strikes in late June to early July.
In a bid to strengthen Ukraine's defense against these relentless attacks, NATO and allied countries are preparing to transfer advanced weapons systems, including Patriot air defense systems, to Ukraine.
Politically, Ukraine underwent a major wartime government reshuffle in mid-July, appointing Yulia Svyrydenko as the new Prime Minister. Denys Shmyha, who resigned on Monday, has been moved to the position of Defence Minister.
Diplomatic efforts for peace have been ongoing, with former U.S. President Donald Trump proposing a deal with NATO to send more weapons to Ukraine and issuing an ultimatum threatening Russia with tougher sanctions to achieve a peace deal by early September. However, Kremlin sources indicate that Putin intends to continue fighting despite the threats.
Some humanitarian cooperation has occurred, such as reciprocal returns of children separated by the war between Russia and Ukraine, facilitated by Qatar.
Despite these challenges, Ukraine continues to withstand significant pressure while receiving increased international military aid. The conflict remains a significant concern globally, with no substantive ceasefire or peace agreement in sight.
The ongoing war-and-conflicts between Ukraine and Russia have become a major focus of general-news and politics, with the situation growing increasingly intense. Amidst this chaos, the Ukrainian government, led by Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, is vigorously pushing for advanced weapons systems from NATO and allied countries to strengthen its defense, such as Patriot air defense systems.
