Right now in Kyiv, first responders are clearing the rubble of an ordinary residential building after a Russian strike. Another massive attack against our cities and communities. Killings again. Tragically, at least 8 people have already been confirmed dead. One of them is a child. My condolences to all their families and loved ones. People may still be trapped under the rubble. Dozens are wounded. These Russian missiles and attack drones today are a clear response to everyone in the world who, for weeks and months, has been calling for a ceasefire and for real diplomacy. Russia chooses ballistics instead of the negotiating table. It chooses to continue killing instead of ending the war. And this means that Russia still does not fear the consequences. Russia still takes advantage of the fact that at least part of the world turns a blind eye to murdered children and seeks excuses for Putin. We expect a reaction from China to what is going on. China has repeatedly called for not expanding the war and for a ceasefire. Yet this is not happening because of Russia. We expect a reaction from Hungary. The death of children should definitely stir far greater emotions than anything else. We expect a response from everyone in the world who has called for peace but now more often stays silent rather than taking principled positions. And it is definitely time for new, tough sanctions against Russia for everything it is doing. All deadlines have already been broken, dozens of opportunities for diplomacy ruined. Russia must feel accountable for every strike, for every day of this war. Eternal memory to all victims of Russia!

Right now, in the Dnipro region, assistance is being provided to everyone affected by the Russian ballistic missile strike. As of now, over 160 people have been reported injured. Tragically, 11 people have been killed. The rubble is still being cleared, so unfortunately, the death toll may rise. My condolences to all the families and loved ones. This strike hit numerous civilian infrastructure: homes, schools, and even a regular passenger train. There were more than 500 passengers on board. Five train cars were destroyed. There were no fatalities. All the injured have received medical assistance. It was another Russian strike on life. Russia cannot produce ballistic missiles without components from other countries. Russia cannot manufacture hundreds of other types of weapons without the parts, equipment, and expertise that this deranged regime in Moscow does not possess on its own. That is why it is so important to minimize the schemes that connect Russia with its accomplices. There must also be a significant strengthening of sanctions against Russia. We know exactly what we are fighting for — and it is the protection of life. Russia knows exactly why it continues this war — and it is a complete disregard for life and an attempt to cleanse our land of people. This is not a fight where it’s hard to choose a side. Standing with Ukraine means defending life. I am grateful to everyone who is helping. Right now, these very days, we are doing everything to secure even more support for our people, for our state.

An absolutely insane Russian missile strike directly hit a lyceum in Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi, Odesa region. According to preliminary reports, it was a ballistic missile. There were no children at the lyceum — it is currently summer break — but staff members were present. Sadly, some people may still be trapped under the rubble. It is already known that two people were killed. My condolences to their families and loved ones. The lyceum has been almost completely destroyed. A rescue operation is ongoing, with all necessary emergency services involved. None of these Russian strikes are accidental — the Russian army knows exactly where it is targeting. These are demonstration strikes. Russia’s leadership has no intention of changing, no intention of ending the war voluntarily. That is why a real and painful increase in pressure and sanctions against Russia is necessary. Right now, we are defending ourselves against Russian attacks. But if Russia is not forced into peace, other countries in Europe will have to think about protecting their lyceums, hospitals, and ordinary apartment buildings — wherever these Russian murderers might strike. The killings and strikes must be stopped. Russia must face real pressure.