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Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv ‘will win this war’, Keir Starmer tells Zelenskyy on final trip as PM

In final visit to Kyiv while in office, the outgoing British prime minister also says the UK’s resolve to support Ukraine ‘will not waver’. What we know on day 1,605

The Guardian - AU

How rivalry with a top general brought down Ukraine’s popular defence minister Fedorov

The forced resignation of Ukraine's 35-year-old defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov in a sweeping government reshuffle on Wednesday has exposed competing visions within the country’s civil and military leadership on how best to hold back the Russian advance.

France 24

British support for Ukraine ‘will not waver’ with new PM, vows Starmer

The outgoing Prime Minister met Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv on Thursday, just hours after a series of Russian strikes.

Evening Standard

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Zelenskyy awards Ukraine's highest foreign honour to Keir Starmer on final visit as UK PM

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday conferred the Order of Freedom, Ukraine's highest state honour for a foreign national, on outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer during his final visit to Kyiv before leaving office.

The Times of India

Political crisis and protests in Ukraine as Zelenskyy defends sacking defence minister

President says he had to choose ‘one side or the other’ after breakdown of relations between ministry and military leaders

The Guardian - UK

Kyiv protesters rally after Zelenskyy sacks defence minister Fedorov

Hundreds protest in Kyiv after President Zelenskyy dismisses Defence Minister Fedorov, a moderniser credited with slowing Russia’s advance.

Euronews

Protests erupt across Ukraine against defence minister's ouster

KYIV — Large protests erupted in several Ukrainian cities on Thursday against the removal of popular defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who hit out at the country's military chiefs after being ousted in a sweeping reshuffle by President Volodymyr Zelensky.

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'Thousands of people are still dying over a few meters of ground' in Ukraine

In this edition, British photographer Mark Neville, who is based in Kyiv, talks about his passion for the future of Ukraine and his belief that the country will win the war with Russia that started after Moscow’s full-scale invasion in 2022. He has spoken with FRANCE 24 multiple times to…

France 24

Dismissed defence minister Fedorov accuses Ukraine's army chief of fuelling divisions, incompetence

Ukraine's dismissed Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov accused Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi of obstructing military reform and "splitting the country", telling reporters in a bombshell press conference that President Zelenskyy had chosen to keep Syrskyi in the post over him.

Euronews

New prime minister will not ‘change UK-Ukraine dynamic’, Keir Starmer vows

The Prime Minister predicted his successor Andy Burnham would maintain the UK’s support for Kyiv.

Evening Standard

Starmer meets Zelensky on final visit to Ukraine before leaving office

Sir Keir’s visit to Kyiv comes on his final full day as Labour leader.

Evening Standard

Kyiv hit again as Ukraine reports two dead in Russian strike

Russian missiles killed two people and wounded five, including a child, in Kyiv, Ukraine, on 16 July 2026.

Euronews

'Syrskyy go away': Hundreds protest in Kyiv as Zelenskyy ousts defence minister - Watch

Ukraine's parliament appointed Serhii Koretskyi as the new prime minister. Hundreds protested President Zelenskyy's dismissal of the defence minister. Outgoing minister Mykhailo Fedorov declined an advisory role. Fedorov was recognized for modernizing military technology and drone development. Protests occurred in Kyiv and other major Ukrainian cities.

The Times of India

Starmer makes final visit to Ukraine as prime minister – what we know

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The Economic Times

Ukraine's parliament approves Serhii Koretskyi as the country's new prime minister

Ukraine's parliament approved Serhii Koretskyi as the new prime minister. This appointment occurred as hundreds protested the defense minister's dismissal. Koretskyi's experience in the energy sector was cited for winter preparations. The defense minister was credited with modernizing Ukraine's military performance. This significant government shake-up tests President Zelenskyy's political authority.

The Independent UK

Protesters rally in Kyiv as Zelensky moves to oust Ukraine’s defense minister

The shake-up could become a test of Zelensky’s political authority as Ukraine’s fight against Russia’s full-scale invasion approaches four and a half years

The Economic Times

Ukraine's parliament to elect new government amid outcry over defence chief

Ukrainian lawmakers will vote on a new government today. Protests erupted over the dismissal of reformist Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. This move has rattled faith in President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's wartime leadership. Ukraine faces grinding Russian advances and troop shortages. The nation also lacks air defenses as Moscow escalates missile strikes.

The Times of India

Ukraine says it strikes two Russian 'shadow fleet' tankers in Black Sea

The shadow fleet refers to ageing tankers that often operate under opaque ownership and changing flags to transport Russian oil while bypassing Western sanctions. Earlier in month, Kyiv struck eight tankers from Russia's 'shadow fleet' overnight as they were delivering fuel to Crimea. According to the SBU, the vessels Louise…

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The Guardian - UK

Outrage at sacking of Ukraine’s defence minister overshadows Starmer’s final visit as PM – as it happened

Protests in Lviv and Kyiv as Zelenskyy faces anger after removing the popular Mykhailo Fedorov

Euronews

Starmer tells Ukraine UK support will 'endure' after his departure

The outgoing prime minister will use his final visit to Kyiv to tell Volodymyr Zelenskyy Ukraine's resistance has helped preserve Europe's security and that UK support will continue after he steps down.

The Independent UK

Ukraine war briefing: Two killed and six injured in overnight Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv

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Euronews

Drones, military gains and a contentious reshuffle

Hello, readers. I’m Mared Gwyn. In this morning's newsletter: the EU’s defence chief tells Euronews Ukraine’s military successes could force Putin to the negotiating table, and why President Zelenskyy’s government reshuffle is raising eyebrows.

The Times of India

'Cast-iron support for Ukraine will always endure': Keir Starmer backs Kyiv on final visit as UK PM

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed UK's "cast-iron support" for Ukraine on Thursday as he made his final visit to Kyiv before stepping down.

Euronews

Europe Today: Middle East tensions rise as Europe deepens support for Ukraine

US strikes on Iran escalate tensions in the Middle East as fears grow over the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets. In Kyiv, the EU and Ukraine deepen defence cooperation with a new drone partnership, while Europe debates its role in supporting Ukraine’s war effort.

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky sparks outrage and protests after sacking popular defence minister

Mykhailo Fedorov fell out with the head of Ukraine’s armed forces

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