#Foreign Policy

China's Foreign Ministry stated that the sanctions against Russia adopted by the U.S. Congress have no basis in international law. The statement came on the eve of the expected Trump–Xi Jinping summit in Washington.

In a Fox News interview, Trump stated that he does not regret starting the war with Iran and would do the same again. He confirmed that the conflict will end after the November 2026 U.S. congressional midterm elections.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga sarcastically responded to Sergey Lavrov's statement about 'Nazism in Europe,' declaring that the 'SMM' against it should be conducted in Russia itself. Kyiv also called for decisive steps and sanctions amid strikes on objects.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha declared that Russia is already waging a covert war against Europe, listing a series of hybrid incidents, and proposed three steps for a response: restricting the presence of Russians, a trade embargo, and dismantling influence networks.

According to the Ukrainian Foreign Intelligence Service, Armenia is preparing an EU accession application and may bill Russia $2 billion for the military base and railways. Yerevan is effectively completing its pivot away from Moscow.

In the approved government program of Armenia for 2026–2031, Russia no longer appears as a strategic ally. Pashinyan linked this to the CSTO and Moscow's failure to fulfill security obligations.

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, following talks with Andriy Sybiha, announced a new aid package for Ukraine and stated that maximum pressure on Moscow will be maintained.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced personnel decisions in Ukraine's diplomatic team, emphasizing the need for new approaches, particularly regarding the US direction. Appointments are promised following consultations.

The Verkhovna Rada approved Andriy Sybiga as Minister of Foreign Affairs. The new head of the MFA defined three priorities: a just peace, accession to the EU and NATO, and supporting global Ukrainianness.

🇬🇧 London seeks a path to Moscow: Britain wants to restore military communication channels with the RF after the frigate incident in the English Channel. 🚢 In June 2026, a Russian vessel opened fire on a British yacht. This forced London to realize the risks of the absence of direct communication. 📉 🔹 Dialogue between the military has not been held for 4 years. 🔹 Ambassador Crompton: Russia is provoking NATO in Eastern Europe. 🔹 Britain wants to see Ukraine in NATO, but there is no consensus. London is ready to use diplomatic channels to prevent escalation. 🤝

🇬🇧🇺🇦 The change of Prime Minister in London does not cancel support for Ukraine. Andy Burnham confirmed the course for a 100-year partnership. 🔹 Ukraine is now a 'donor' of technologies for Britain. 🔹 British troops in Estonia are ready to deter Russia. 🔹 Disputes over 3% of GDP for defense will not stop joint projects. #Ukraine #UnitedKingdom #Burnham #NATO #Defense

🇵🇪 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru has confirmed for the first time the death of 11 of its citizens in the ranks of the Russian army. A total of 459 Peruvians enlisted in the Russian army: 114 are missing in action, 3 were taken prisoner by the AFU. 🚨 Relatives are protesting in front of the Russian embassy in Lima, demanding the return of their loved ones. #Peru #Ukraine #Russia #Mercenaries

🇮🇷 Iranian MFA clarifies the situation with contacts with the US: there are no direct negotiations, but an exchange of messages is taking place via intermediaries. Abbas Araqchi explained the importance of terminology against the backdrop of escalation in the Middle East. ⚠️ The nuclear deal is frozen.

🇩🇪 Germany conducted a massive purge of the Russian Embassy: more than 80 diplomats have been expelled since 2022. In January 2026, following an espionage scandal involving agent Ilona V., a military attaché was expelled. German Foreign Ministry: 'We do not tolerate espionage disguised as diplomacy'. 🕵️‍♂️

Volodymyr Zelenskyy carried out a massive purge in the diplomatic corps: decrees were signed on the dismissal of ambassadors in Austria, Tunisia, Libya, Central Asian countries, and Southeast Asia. Ukraine's representative at UNESCO has also changed — the new appointee is Victoria Lyalina-Boiko. 🇺🇦📉🏛️

Zelensky gave clear instructions to diplomats: intensify work with China to prevent a full rapprochement between Beijing and Moscow. 🇺🇦🇨🇳 Also a priority are Syria, Latin America, and Africa. 🌍

Ukraine's MFA has firmly responded to public accusations by Iraqi advisor Qassim al-Aboudi. Georgiy Tikhyy called the statements unsubstantiated and pointed out a breach of diplomatic protocol. Kyiv believes that Russian propaganda, seeking to destroy partnerships in the Middle East, is behind the incident 🇺🇦🇮🇶🚫

Lithuania is changing the rules of the game: national sanctions against Russia and Belarus will be extended not for a year, but immediately until the end of 2027. Vilnius intends to freeze assets and maintain restrictions even in the event of sanctions being lifted at the EU level. 🇱🇹🚫🇷🇺