US Hinders Ukraine's Declaration at G7 Meeting
Headline: Ukraine War Live Updates: G7 Summit, Russian Aggression, Sanctions, and More
The USA blocked a joint statement on Ukraine at the G7 summit, according to Canadian sources. President Trump left the summit early on Monday evening, so the planned meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyj did not take place.
The other six countries pushed for strong language and condemnation of Russia's attack on Ukraine, but the US government wanted to soften the text on Russia to allow further negotiations with Ukraine.
22:54 Further US Sanctions against Russia? Merz "cautiously optimistic"
At the conclusion of the G7 summit in Canada, representatives of the major industrialized nations pledged further support to Ukraine in the absence of the departed US President Trump. According to Chancellor Merz, there is a consensus in the group to continue military support for the country attacked by Russia. Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney promises further military aid in the billions.
On further steps regarding the Ukraine war, Merz says the G7 countries will continue to explore all possibilities, including sanctions against Russia. He also expresses optimism that the US will impose further sanctions against Russia despite Trump's hesitant stance.
22:01 Russia Plans to Launch Hundreds of Satellites
Moscow has reportedly approved a national space project to launch hundreds of satellites into orbit. The project, planned until 2036, includes almost 900 satellites for internet access and 114 Earth observation satellites, which could be used for both peaceful and military purposes.
21:35 More Victims from Explosive Drones
New Russian drone attacks on civilians have been reported from Ukraine. In the region of Kherson, a 52-year-old man was killed in the city of Beryslav after a Russian drone dropped explosives. There are also reports of another drone attack in Kherson, where two 69-year-olds were injured in the afternoon.
21:17 Bodies Recovered from Rubble in Kyiv
Rescue workers have recovered four more bodies from rubble in Kyiv, Mayor Vitali Klitschko announced in the evening. The number of deaths in Kyiv from Russian drone and missile attacks has risen to at least 14, the State Emergency Service of Ukraine reports. At least 117 more people were injured.
21:00 Zelensky: Must push Trump to exert influence
Kyiv accuses Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin of rejecting every peace initiative by the international community so far. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasizes this at the G7 summit in Canada. "Together, we must continue to push President Trump to exert his influence to force Putin to end this war. It was the USA and President Trump who proposed a ceasefire, resumption of diplomacy, immediate meetings, and negotiations. But Russia has blocked all efforts."
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In the Kremlin, corks pop. Israel's war in Iran is Putin's salvation20:43 Zelensky: "Our families had a very tough night"
According to Ukrainian President Zelensky, the recent Russian air strikes on Kyiv and other cities underscore the need for more support for Ukraine. During the G7 summit in Canada, he asked for the support of their allies. "Our families had a very tough night. It was one of the heaviest attacks since the start of the war," Zelensky said.
New victims reported in Russian air strikes on Kyiv
A total of at least 20 people were killed and over 80 injured in Russian air strikes on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv, according to a report by the city's military administration.
19:54 Russia: Man arrested on suspicion of espionage
A young man was arrested on suspicion of espionage in Crimea, according to Russian reports. The "Moscow Times" writes that the Russian security service accuses the 2003-born man of passing photos and videos of Russian air defense systems to the Ukrainian military intelligence.
19:20 Kyiv corrects death toll
The Ukrainian Interior Ministry corrects the death toll from the Russian drone and missile attacks on Kyiv overnight. At least 10 people were killed, not 16 as previously reported. The number of injured remains unchanged at 117.
North Korea sends thousands of soldiers for reconstruction to Kursk
North Korea is sending 1000 mine-clearers and 5000 soldiers for reconstruction work to the Kursk region near the border with Ukraine, according to Russian reports. This is reportedly a response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and a demonstration of the close military cooperation between Russia and North Korea.
More deaths and injuries reported in Russian air strikes on Kyiv
The number of deaths in the Russian air strike on Kyiv has risen to at least 15, according to a report by the city's military administration. The number of injured now stands at 157.
16:18 New British sanctions aim to "severely impact" Russia
The UK has imposed further sanctions on Russia's financial, military, and energy sectors. The new package of measures, according to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, "strikes at the heart" of Russian President Vladimir Putin's war machine. He announced this while in Canada for the G7 summit, where he also discussed collective action regarding the Ukraine conflict.
US President Trump apparently unaware of massive air strike on Kyiv hours later
When asked about his reaction to the massive Russian air strike on Kyiv, former US President Donald Trump claims to be unaware of it. "When was that? When?", he responds to a reporter's question on board Air Force One on his return from the G7 summit in Canada. Meanwhile, an aircraft clock shows 1:39 AM Washington time - 8:39 AM in Kyiv.
EU Commission Proposes Plan to Ban Russian Gas Imports
The EU Commission has presented a plan for a complete halt to Russian gas imports. The Brussels authority aims to ensure that no gas from Russia enters the union after 2028. In 2024, Russian gas accounted for nearly 19% of all EU imports, according to EU Commission data. The imports would be banned gradually, "to ensure market and supply stability".
Politics
Merz on Trump's G7 Departure: "Everyone Understands"
Chancellor Friedrich Merz explains Trump's early departure from the G7 summit saying, "Everyone understands that this is an internal American decision and it doesn't change much at the G7 level." He also reiterates Germany's stance towards Ukraine and the Ukraine conflict, stating, "Our position on the Ukraine conflict is clear. We stand with Ukraine."
Nine Hours of Nighttime Terror: Death Toll in Kyiv Surges - Including a US Citizen
In Russian air strikes on Kyiv, one man was killed and 16 people were injured, according to Ukrainian reports. The victim was a 62-year-old US citizen, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko wrote on Telegram. According to the military administration of Kyiv, Moscow used rockets and drones, with fires breaking out in several districts of Kyiv. The head of the Ukrainian presidential administration, Andriy Yermak, condemned the attacks. Moscow is "continuing its war against civilians," he said.
- The G7 countries expressed their consensus in continuing military support for Ukraine, with Chancellor Merz suggesting further sanctions against Russia, even amid President Trump's hesitant stance.
- Russian plans to launch hundreds of satellites raise concerns, as the project may include Earth observation satellites that could be used for both peaceful and military purposes.
