Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban arrived in Kyiv for the first time since the start of a full-scale war. During negotiations with Zelensky, they agreed to work on an agreement that would eliminate bilateral problems.
The Russians continue to shell Ukrainian cities, including with guided bombs. During the day, the Russian Federation struck Kharkov, Kherson, Nikopol, and explosions were also heard in Poltava.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov visited the United States, where he met with Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin. The head of the US Department of Defense announced a new package of military assistance to Ukraine worth $2.3 billion.
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- Orban’s visit to Kyiv
- Died on a visit to the USA
- USA to announce $2.3 billion arms package
- Shelling of Kharkov, Nikopol and Kherson
- Lights out July 3
- The Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed a strike on a Russian ammunition warehouse in Crimea
- Almost all the quarter-finalists are known at Euro 2024
Orban’s visit to Kyiv
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban arrived in Kyiv on the morning of July 2 for an unannounced visit. This is his first trip to Ukraine after the start of a full-scale Russian war.
During a meeting with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky, they agreed to work on an agreement that would eliminate bilateral problems.
Photo: Office of the President
According to Orban, the negotiations brought the two countries closer to the possible signing of a new agreement. He also said that Budapest is ready to support the modernization of the Ukrainian economy, and also intends to help Kyiv during its presidency of the EU Council.
Zelensky noted that they discussed the most fundamental issues with Orban, such as trade, cross-border cooperation, infrastructure, and energy issues. Orban also supported the project of opening a Ukrainian school in Hungary.
Died on a visit to the USA
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, as part of his working visit to the United States, met with Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin. The parties discussed strengthening the partnership.
Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh emphasized at the briefing that the visit underscores the ongoing US commitment to supporting Ukraine's sovereignty and security.
In his evening address, Zelensky noted that he had instructed Umerov to obtain specific dates during the trip: when additional Patriot systems, about which Ukraine has an agreement with its partners, will be delivered.
USA to announce $2.3 billion arms package
The United States will soon announce a new package of military assistance to Ukraine worth more than $2.3 billion. This was stated by Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin during a meeting with Umerov.
The new package will include “air defense missiles, anti-tank weapons and other critical ammunition from the US stockpile”.
Ukraine will receive a package under the authority of the US President, according to which weapons, ammunition and equipment are provided from existing US stocks to meet the immediate needs of Ukraine.
Shelling of Kharkov, Nikopol and Kherson
The Russians continue to shell Ukrainian cities, causing destruction and killing civilians. During the day, the Russian army attacked the city of Nikopol in the Dnepropetrovsk region, striking with artillery and attack drones.
Two women were killed as a result of the shelling. Nine more people received injuries of varying severity. Two victims — children 9 and 17 years old.
Photo: Kherson region police
The Russian attack significantly damaged apartment and private buildings, cars, two educational institutions, an outpatient clinic, a bank branch and several stores.
In the morning, the occupiers fired artillery at Kherson twice. Three casualties were reported as a result of the attack. Enemy shells destroyed high-rise buildings: windows and doors were knocked out, facades were damaged. Many trees were also broken.
After lunch, Kharkov and the region came under attack. The Russian army attacked a Ukrainian city with guided bombs. As a result, two children, who happened to be near the epicenter of the arrival, were concussed. A woman was also injured.
Lights out July 3
Ukrenergo reported that tomorrow, July 3, oblenergos will use two queues of shutdowns from 8:00 to 13:00, then three more queues simultaneously in the last hours of the day.
At the same time, they clarified that on July 3, the number of queues of hourly shutdown schedules will be increased from 16:00 to 24:00. Reason — increase in electricity consumption when the outside temperature rises.
APU confirmed a strike on the Russian military warehouse in Crimea
Commander of the Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Nikolai Oleshchuk confirmed a strike on an ammunition depot of the Russian military in occupied Crimea on July 1.
He noted that Ukrainian aircraft continue to successfully carry out combat missions, carry out missile and bomb attacks on the positions of the Russian army, and also liquidate important military installations deep in the rear of the invaders.
Almost all quarter-finalists are known at Euro 2024
On Tuesday, July 3, the last quarter-finalists of the tournament will be determined at the 2024 European Football Championship. The day before, the teams of France and Portugal won a ticket to the next round.
The last two participants in the 1/4 finals will be determined in matches between Romania and the Netherlands, as well as Austria and Turkey. You can find a detailed calendar and schedule of Euro 2024 matches in our material.
