On July 22, Valeriy Klychok summarized the main events of the day. The US is considering introducing 100% tariffs on Russian oil, gas, and coal for countries that continue trade with Russia, such as India, China, and Brazil, aiming to pressure Russia to end the war.
Former National Security Adviser John Bolton expressed doubts about Trump’s willingness to resolve the Russian-Ukrainian war, calling his policy isolationist and short on long-term commitments to Ukraine.
Last night, Ukraine was attacked by 42 drones; 26 were shot down, and infrastructure in Sumy and Odesa was damaged. In Sumy, 12 people sought medical assistance, including a wounded child; a 10-year-old boy was killed in Kramatorsk. Russia claimed to have downed 35 Ukrainian drones over several regions.
President Zelensky announced the possibility of new talks in Istanbul. However, the Kremlin has yet to confirm its participation, with official information awaited.
There are ongoing discussions about the transfer rate of Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine. The NATO Secretary General and EU countries emphasized increasing military assistance. The Netherlands and other Northern European countries will bolster support with additional air defense systems and weapons.
Ukrainian company Otsystem and Danish defense group Terma are collaborating on an AI-based drone interceptor, capable of autonomous response to threats.
US Treasury Secretary Bessien confirmed preparations for tariffs on Russian oil, urging allied solidarity. China and India may reduce purchases of Russian energy, while the UK imposed further sanctions and Slovakia plans to meet its gas needs with Russian supplies in 2025 despite EU restrictions.
The G7 ambassadors expressed concern over investigations into NABU, stressing the need for transparency and independence in anti-corruption bodies.
The Ukrainian government introduced a one-year moratorium on business inspections, promising a more targeted and digitized state oversight. 30% of cases against businesses have already been closed.
