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The press release issued by the President of Ukraine on 15 July 2022.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Denys Monastyrsky, who returned from the city of Vinnytsia.

The Minister of Internal Affairs reported to the Head of State about the consequences of the missile attacks on the city by the Russian army.

A total of 23 people have been killed in Vinnytsia, including three children, due to the criminal actions of the aggressor. Some 197 victims turned to health care institutions. Four people remain missing.

Monastyrsky also briefed the President on the shelling of the city of Mykolaiv, where two people have been injured in an attack on the educational building of the Pedagogical University by four missiles. Four more missiles struck the seven-story building of the National Shipbuilding University.

“Russia is behaving like a terrorist state, targeting civilians. We will do everything to find and punish those who give criminal orders and those who obey them,” Zelenskyy said.

The President and the Minister of Internal Affairs discussed security issues, including the introduction of the 112 number as a single system of assistance to citizens, the introduction of a biometric identification and verification system based on fingerprints and facial recognition, which should ensure the fastest possible solving of crimes and the creation of a safe environment for citizens.

Particular attention was paid to the implementation of the Unified Weapons Register with full functionality, which will bring the interaction of citizens and police authorities to a qualitatively new level in the matter of civilized legal circulation of weapons in Ukraine.

The press release issued by the President of Ukraine on 14 July 2022.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented the Gold Star Orders to servicemen who were awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine, and to members of the families of fallen defenders who were awarded this title posthumously.

The ceremony took place in the White Hall of Heroes of Ukraine in the Mariyinsky Palace in the city of Kyiv.

“This is not just a ceremony – this is a manifestation of the highest gratitude on behalf of the entire Ukrainian people to those whose courage and wisdom on the battlefield save Ukraine, save the lives of millions of our citizens,” said the Head of State.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that the fate of the Ukrainian people is being decided in the brutal war that Russia started against Ukraine.

“All generations of Ukrainians who will live on this land will always remember the feat of those who stopped the Russian invasion and bring our victory closer. Thousands of people gave their lives for the freedom and independence of Ukraine,” he said.

The President emphasized that today he presents 14 Gold Star Orders, beyond which are not just heroic deeds, but saved lives and the mandatory defeat of the Russian occupiers.

“The inevitable defeat of the enemy, saved cities of Ukraine, saved people, saved comrades are beyond them. The personalities who managed to become the best are beyond them. The families who raised and supported our heroes are beyond them,” said the Head of State.

The President thanked the relatives of the defenders for the fact that the Ukrainian people have such heroes, and therefore, they will have a victory.

Those present honored the memory of the victims with a moment of silence.

Head of the President’s Office Andriy Yermak, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Oleksiy Danilov, Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Valerii Zaluzhny also took part in the ceremony.

The press release issued by the President of Ukraine on 12 July 2022.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of National Defense of Poland Mariusz Błaszczak.

The Head of State thanked Poland and its defense department for supporting Ukraine in the fight against Russia.

“The Ministry of Defense of Poland supports the Ukrainian army, the strength of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This confirms that we are together in the current difficult situation – in this tragedy that is happening now in Ukraine due to Russian aggression,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

The President expressed his belief that in the future, already in peacetime, relations between Ukraine and Poland will develop and the countries will become even closer.

The Head of State is also confident in the strengthening of defense cooperation between the two states.

Separately, Volodymyr Zelenskyy on behalf of the Ukrainian people and personally thanked Poland for supporting the citizens of Ukraine who found refuge from the full-scale Russian war in the territory of the neighboring country.

For his part, Mariusz Błaszczak thanked Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the entire Ukrainian people for their resilience in confronting the aggressor.

“Thank you, Mr. President, for your position, because the freedom and independence of Ukraine is the freedom and independence of Poland. Thank you for protecting us,” said the Deputy Prime Minister.

The press release issued by the President of Ukraine on 11 July 2022.

Ukraine is constantly negotiating with partner states, in particular with the Netherlands, regarding the supply of weapons necessary to repel Russian aggression, but the details of these negotiations should not be disclosed in order not to give advantage to the enemy. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said this during a conversation with media representatives following a meeting with Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte in Kyiv.

“I am not sure that I can tell absolutely everything we are negotiating with the Dutch government. I would not like to prepare the Russian Federation for unpleasant surprises for them,” said the Head of State.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine needs, in particular, the supply of as many artillery systems as possible. And this issue was also discussed during the meeting with Mark Rutte.

“I talked about the artillery with all the partners who are ready to talk with us and provide strong support. Artillery is really not enough,” said the President.

The Head of State emphasized that the Ukrainian troops are fighting every day to de-occupy all the territories of Ukraine.

“I can say that the task of all our military is to de-occupy our entire territory. I think this is the task of every citizen of our country,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy added.

The press release issued by the President of Ukraine on 11 July 2022.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy submitted to the Verkhovna Rada a draft law “On establishing legal and social guarantees for citizens of the Republic of Poland in the territory of Ukraine.”

As a sign of gratitude to the Polish people for their solidarity and support of Ukraine in the face of full-scale armed aggression by Russia and taking into account the principle of reciprocity, the draft law provides for the establishment of rights and guarantees for Polish citizens residing in Ukraine similar to those established in the Law of the Republic of Poland “On assistance to the citizens of Ukraine due to the armed conflict on the territory of this country” adopted on March 12, 2022.

The draft law developed at the initiative of the Head of State envisages, in particular, granting Polish citizens and their family members the possibility of legal stay on the territory of Ukraine for 18 months from the date of adoption of the law. Poles will also receive the right to employment, economic activity, study in educational institutions, medical care on the territory of Ukraine and separate social benefits in accordance with Ukrainian legislation.

In addition, Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed Decree No. 484/2022 on conferring the honorary title of the Rescuer City upon the Polish city of Przemyśl.

The award honors the unprecedented solidarity of the local authorities, residents and volunteers of Przemyśl with the Ukrainian people, comprehensive large-scale assistance to citizens of Ukraine who were forced to leave their homeland as a result of the armed aggression of the Russian Federation, as well as significant support for Ukraine in the defense of its independence and sovereignty.

Przemyśl became the second city, after Polish Rzeszów, to receive this honorary title.

The press release issued by the President of Ukraine on 11 July 2022.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with Prime Minister of the Kingdom of the Netherlands Mark Rutte who arrived in our country on a visit.

The Head of State greeted the Prime Minister of the Netherlands in Ukraine and emphasized that the meaningful negotiations that took place today once again proved the willingness of the two countries to work jointly and as efficiently as possible in the interests of the whole of Europe.

“A lot has already been done. In terms of the amount of defense support provided, the Netherlands is among the top ten partners of our country. And I would like to note the decision of the Dutch government to provide our country with additional heavy weapons. We are very grateful for that,” said Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a conversation with media representatives following the meeting with Mark Rutte in Kyiv.

The President also recalled the recent allocation by the Netherlands of 200 million euros of additional financial support for Ukraine, which will help ensure the financing of payments for Ukrainian teachers, doctors and pensioners.

Also, according to the Head of State, the Netherlands made a significant contribution to increasing sanctions pressure on Russia for the war waged against our country.

“Ukraine and the Netherlands equally understand the need to protect international law, the rule of law in every country, the rights and liberties of people. And while Russia is trying to destroy all this, we must work for an even greater strengthening of sanctions against Russian terrorism,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized.

The President noted the personal principles and leadership of the Prime Minister of the Netherlands in the issue of sustainable development of Europe and thanked Mark Rutte’s government for supporting granting Ukraine the status of a candidate for EU membership.

“United Europe can be truly protected and stable only together with Ukraine,” the Head of State emphasized.

According to him, Ukraine will waste no time on its way to full membership in the European Union.

“Further transformation of our state for the sake of readiness to become a full member of the European Union is taking place even now, in a difficult situation, in the conditions of a full-scale war. And I am grateful to the Prime Minister for supporting our country on the European path,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

During the meeting, the parties also discussed the situation on the front and options of its development.

“We must do everything possible to oust all the occupiers as soon as possible, restore normal democratic life, and preferably throughout the territory of our independent state. Today we also discussed with the Prime Minister what new steps can ensure the realization of this goal, including defense, sanctions and economic ones,” the Head of State said.

Special attention was paid during the negotiations to the issue of restoration of Ukraine. As the President noted, it is not only about what needs to be done when peace is achieved, but also about what is needed right now – strengthening security, revitalizing the economy, preparing the education system for the new school year and the entire country for the new heating season.

“I am confident that the participation of the Netherlands in the reconstruction of Ukraine will be able to strengthen not only our country, but also Dutch society and companies. We talked about recovery. The Netherlands will think about it, but they are paying attention to our Kherson region,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted.

For his part, Mark Rutte emphasized that Ukraine is going through difficult times today, and it is also a difficult time for the whole of Europe. He expressed his respect for the Ukrainian people, who are courageously and decisively fighting against Russian aggression. According to him, Ukrainians deserve the support of the whole world.

The Prime Minister of the Netherlands also said that he visited the settlements of the Kyiv region, which suffered from the terrible crimes of the Russian army, and was shocked by what he saw. He emphasized that those guilty of those crimes must be brought to justice.

According to Mark Rutte, the Netherlands will continue to support Ukraine politically, strengthen bilateral and multilateral cooperation, and put pressure on the leadership of Russia. They will also continue to provide our country with military aid, including modern weapons and equipment.

“And I again call on all my colleagues in Europe and beyond to help Ukraine with heavy weapons,” the Prime Minister said.

The Prime Minister of the Netherlands emphasized the importance of Ukraine obtaining the status of a candidate country for membership in the European Union.

Also, according to him, an important issue is the reconstruction of Ukraine after the war, which was discussed in detail during the recent Ukraine Recovery Conference in Lugano (Switzerland).

In addition, Mark Rutte emphasized the importance of solving the issue of exports of Ukrainian agricultural products ceased due to Russia’s blockade of the Black Sea ports.

“I want to tell President Zelenskyy once again that the Netherlands will continue to support Ukraine in all possible ways. You can count on us now, as well as in the future,” the Prime Minister summed up.

The press release issued by the President of Ukraine on 9 July 2022.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with representatives of highway construction contractors in Ukraine regarding the specifics of building infrastructure facilities amid the full-scale Russian aggression.

The head of state expressed gratitude to the companies for the fact that they continue working in Ukraine even after the invasion by the Russian Federation, as well as for help and support in preparing the defense of Ukrainian cities and the highway network.

“All major construction companies did all this,” he said.

The President emphasized the importance of implementing the plan, which provides for the construction of infrastructure facilities in accordance with wartime requirements.

“Today, infrastructure is becoming a branch, which is not related to comfort, but to necessity and defense capability of the state due to the fact that there are weapons, grain, and metallurgy. As for railways, roads, bridges and tunnels, we need to move to the most secure process so that we are ready for any missile strikes and blockades,” Zelenskyy said.

The press release issued by the President of Ukraine on 9 July 2022.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with the President of the Senate of the French Republic Gerard Larcher and the delegation of the upper house of the French Parliament, which is visiting our country.

Congratulating the French senators, the Head of State said: “We appreciate your attention to Ukraine. It was an honor for me to speak in the French Parliament. We are grateful for France’s consistent and effective support of Ukraine’s sovereignty and our territorial integrity.”

The President thanked the French parliamentarians and the entire French people for the important and multifaceted support of Ukraine – security, humanitarian and financial support.

“We especially appreciate and feel the help that France provides to Ukrainians who have found temporary shelter from the war in your friendly and hospitable state,” he said.

Zelenskyy briefed the senators on the development of the situation at the front line. In this connection, the parties discussed the issue of further increasing assistance to the defense forces of Ukraine.

The head of state also said that restoring peace on Ukrainian land as soon as possible remains our top priority. It is especially important for this to develop effective security guarantees for our state. Zelenskyy said that France is one of Ukraine’s key partners in this direction.

During the negotiations, attention was paid to the efforts that Ukraine is already making to prepare for post-war reconstruction.

The President thanked France for its readiness to take an active part in this process and for its intention to contribute to the restoration of Chernihiv region.

The head of state noted the important role of France in Ukraine’s obtaining the European Union candidate status.

“The role of the French EU presidency in this process, as well as the position of your state and President Emmanuel Macron personally, cannot be overestimated,” Zelenskyy said.

The press release issued by the President of Ukraine on 8 July 2022.

As part of a working trip to Dnipropetrovsk region, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited wounded servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine who are being treated at the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Clinical Hospital named after I. Mechnikov. Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale aggression against Ukraine, the facility has become an operational center to deliver assistance to wounded military and civilians.

The head of state expressed his wishes for the quick recovery to the defenders, among who there are severely wounded. He noted their courage, heroism and the dedicated service to the Motherland.

Zelenskyy also presented state awards to the wounded warriors.

In addition, the President met with doctors and medical staff. He said that the result of their work in helping wounded soldiers and civilians makes feel proud of the fact that our country has such great people.

“You are on the same front line as the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the right people in the right place, where it’s hard to stay. And you endure all this. Thank you very much for your great service,” Zelenskyy said.

The head of state said that as of July 6, 2022, the hospital had registered 3,791 applications from wounded, servicemen and civilians with traumas from the war zone, including internally displaced persons. Of these, 3,014 appeals came from the military (79.5%). Some 3,362 people were treated. A total of 169 patients died (that is, the mortality rate is 4.8%). These are patients who arrived in an extremely difficult and critical condition, with wounds and injuries incompatible with life.

The President said that such a percentage of successful treatment of the wounded is highly indicative of the professionalism of Ukrainian doctors.

The press release issued by the President of Ukraine on 8 July 2022.

In Dnipro, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting on the operational situation in the Dnipropetrovsk region.

Head of the Dnipropetrovsk regional military administration Valentyn Reznichenko noted that the situation in the region is under control.

“There are no hostilities on our territory, but we constantly feel war,” he noted.

Russian troops have launched almost 400 strikes at the region, half of which were missile attacks, deliberately targeting civilian infrastructure, enterprises and grain warehouses. The Kryvyi Rih district suffered the most from shelling.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy was informed that as a result of enemy attacks, 313 residential buildings were destroyed and damaged, 25 schools, kindergartens and extra-curricular education centers, and 8 hospitals were ruined.

The Head of the Dnipropetrovsk RMA informed the President about assistance to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Almost 111 million hryvnias were allocated for this from the regional budget. The region has also hosted many wounded – military and civilian – and provides them with all necessary medical assistance.

In addition, the Dnipropetrovsk region sheltered more than 300,000 internally displaced persons. They receive the necessary humanitarian aid and social benefits.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted that during the war, the region became a real humanitarian hub. In particular, almost 1.5 million food kits were sent to six regions suffering from Russian aggression.

During the working trip, the Head of State observed the work of the logistics center for the assembly of humanitarian aid kits and saw how the functioning of this important center was established.