Russia accuses UK of escalating Ukraine crisis after British-made drones used in strikes on Russian targets, UK reaffirms support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.
US President Trump's envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are expected in Moscow with tangible proposals for resolving the Ukrainian crisis, amid internal US administration divisions and clear Russian stance on conflict resolution.
The Chinese Embassy in the US expects all parties, including Kiev, to view Beijing's role in the Ukraine crisis rationally and objectively. The embassy stated that China did not create the crisis and is not a party to it, emphasizing dialogue and negotiations as the only way out.
Nato's Ankara Summit on July 7-8 aims for a radical 'Nato 3.0' reset, shifting from US dependency to a Europeanized, battle-ready coalition. Driven by a less reliable US and an aggressive Russia, the alliance must enhance its industrial capacity, speed, and political realism to deter threats, especially with Ukraine's war-fighting innovations influencing doctrine.
Russia sees no constructive role for the UN in the Ukrainian crisis until a new Secretary-General is elected, according to Kirill Logvinov of the Russian Foreign Ministry. Moscow's UN goals include debunking 'unprovoked aggression' myths and informing members about root causes like Kiev's sabotage of Minsk agreements and shelling of Donbass.
Russia is holding talks with UN officials regarding their alleged bias on the Ukraine crisis, but Moscow feels its concerns are not being heard, according to Kirill Logvinov, director of the Department of International Organizations at the Russian Foreign Ministry.
Russia's Foreign Ministry met with French, British, and German ambassadors to discuss the Ukraine crisis, criticizing their countries' policies and outlining Russia's approach to a political settlement. European leaders reportedly seek US support for peace talks.
Russia-US postal services have resumed, with the first batch of parcels arriving from the US to Russia. Deliveries are being made via transit flights through third countries, as direct services were suspended due to sanctions imposed on Russia over the Ukraine crisis.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that a final resolution to the Ukraine crisis will be achieved through compromise, emphasizing that Russia's interests are legitimate and consistent with the UN Charter.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated China is ready to help resolve the Ukraine crisis and thanked Chinese counterparts. He also noted progress on the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline project, with final agreement not yet reached.
Russia warns of escalating NATO-Russia confrontation risks, citing nuclear capabilities and Kyiv's alleged plans for attacks from Latvia. Moscow questions Washington's stance amid NATO's actions.
