Putin ordered an investigation to identify the main culprits of the war among Ukraine's allies
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has ordered an analysis of the actions of countries supporting Ukraine in the war. According to him, the results of this analysis will serve as the basis for making “appropriate decisions” regarding these countries in the future.
Putin stated that it is necessary to analyze the involvement of each country—which he referred to as an “instigator”—in the hostilities.
“An analysis must be conducted of each instigator’s involvement in actual combat operations. We need this analysis to potentially make responsible decisions in the future. In any case, we may need it,” he said.
Explaining his position, Putin referred to a joint statement by a number of European Union leaders dated June 7, 2026. According to him, the document endorsed Ukraine’s “innovative” use of unmanned technologies.
He also repeated his accusations against Ukraine and Western partners, stating that support for Kyiv amounts to approval of strikes on Russia’s civilian infrastructure. During the same meeting, Putin ordered the continuation of massive strikes on Ukrainian territory.
Meanwhile, on the eve of the NATO summit in Ankara, Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski and Minister of National Defense Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz issued joint statements regarding the security situation.
Radosław Sikorski emphasized that the main goal of the summit would be to demonstrate the Alliance’s unity and deter Russia.
“We will show that the Alliance not only remains united but has also grown stronger following the accession of Sweden and Finland. It would be extremely reckless and insane for Vladimir Putin to try to test NATO’s unity through any ill-considered actions,” the Polish foreign minister said.
Commenting on Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s statement regarding possible Russian provocations, Sikorski noted that Moscow has repeatedly used such tactics throughout history.
“Our message to Vladimir Putin is simple: we know what you’re planning. Don’t do it,” he emphasized.
The NATO summit in Ankara will take place on July 7–8, 2026, and it will be one of the key international events where further support for Ukraine and the strengthening of the Alliance’s defense will be discussed.
This is being reported by Russian propaganda media.
Zelenskyy proposed that Putin meet in Kostiantynivka.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, during which the parties discussed strengthening Ukraine’s air defense, the situation on the front lines, and continued support for Ukraine.
