Budanov: Trump’s position on Ukraine has evolved, but he has never been an opponent. His stance balances U.S. and Ukrainian interests, influenced by diplomacy and contacts within his circle. 4/
Full-scale invasion and national resilience, broadcasted live.
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Budanov: Kellogg advocates Marshall Plan, secures air defense for Ukraine
Budanov: Kellogg works with Western partners on key issues, advocating for a "Marshall Plan" for Ukraine's recovery and playing a key role in securing air defense. He’s deeply involved in defense and peace talks, which alarms Russia. 5/
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Budanov highlights Keith Kellogg’s consistent support for Ukraine
Budanov: Keith Kellogg has supported Ukraine since before the full-scale invasion. He criticized past indecision and pushed for modern weapons to help Ukraine defend and counterattack. His stance is clear. 2/
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Budanov says Rubio and Kellogg key Ukraine supporters in Trump team
Budanov: Marco Rubio and Keith Kellogg are key Ukraine supporters in Trump's team. They advocate for continued and increased support of Ukraine.
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Attacks on anti-corruption in Ukraine and warning from intelligence chief
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ft.com/content/22f4d5
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economist.com/europe/2025/07
/22/outrage-in-ukraine-as-the-government-attacks-anti-corruption-watchdogs
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y-infighting-will-lose-ukraines-military-intelligence-chief-warns/
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politico.eu/article/ukrain
e-parliament-vote-bill-independence-anti-corruption-agency-eu-concerned/
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politico.eu/article/zelens
kyy-ukraine-anti-corruption-kyiv-war-russia-nabu-sap/
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ft.com/content/ef23be
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Macron, EU Council chief Costa urge Zelenskyy to stop law, risk accession
FT: Macron and EU Council chief Costa personally called Zelenskyy to stop the law. EU accession now hangs by a thread. Economy commissioner Dombrovskis: Our financial aid depends on transparency and reforms. 9/
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Zelenskyy defends law after SBU raid on NABU; Kuleba: bad day
Politico: Zelenskyy defended the law after SBU raided NABU agents for alleged Russian ties. Zelenskyy: Dormant cases must be investigated. Former FM Kuleba: Bad day for Ukraine. 10X
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Masked SBI agents raid Shabunin and Kubrakov homes without warrants
FT: On July 11, masked SBI agents raided homes of activist Vitaliy Shabunin and ex-minister Oleksandr Kubrakov without court warrants. Shabunin called it a warning to critics. Kubrakov’s allies say the $350K case punishes him for probing Zelenskyy’s deputy PM. 2/
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Ukraine parliament passes bill giving Zelenskyy control over NABU and SAPO
Economist: On July 22, parliament passed Bill 12414 in one day—263 votes for, 13 against. The law put NABU and SAPO under Zelenskyy’s appointee, Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko. Weeks earlier, Zelenskyy blocked the appointment of detective Tsyvinsky. 3/
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Zelenskyy signs law altering anti-corruption agency control, sparking protests and Western concern
President Zelenskyy signed a law changing control over Ukraine’s anti-corruption agencies, prompting protests at home and concern from Western allies. The move followed raids, appointments, and legislative changes Key facts from FT, Politico, Economist, and Kyiv Independent: 1/