Russian forces, meanwhile, pounded four Ukrainian cities in nighttime attacks that officials said killed a child.

The warring sides are still far apart heading into the third round of U.S.-brokered peace negotiations, set for Wednesday in Istanbul.

Yulia Svyrydenko, 39, was confirmed as the country’s new prime minister on Thursday and will replace former Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, who has served as prime minister since 2020. Shmyhal will remain part of the Zelensky government as the newly appointed defense minister.

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"Ukraine protects the front line against Russian aggression for all of Europe," Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans said on Monday.

The third round of Russian-Ukrainian talks in Istanbul will be held on Thursday, July 24. This is reported by TASS with reference to a source.

President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized that every wave of massive Russian missile attacks is a reminder of the need for greater air defense coverage for Ukraine, as well as the importance of conducting long-range strikes on Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky wants cease-fire negotiations next week and would be willing to meet directly and Russian President Vladimir Putin.