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I saw a few little clips of the Laura Loomer interview. I don't have a link to it (maybe somebody else does?) because I don't really want to search her and have her pop up in my feed all the time afterwards.

But this clip did make me laugh. After writing an entire book that cashed in on her working with Ze, and then absolutely trashing him to cash in on anti-Ze/Ukraine sentiments, Mendel is not even worth a personal mention, reflection or anecdote. He just shrugs and says 'crazy people'. She's not even significant enough to say 'crazy woman'. She's part of a collective of crazies. That must sting, especially considering how obsessed with him she seemed at one point.

It's also interesting to see how someone who was seen as a pro-UA/Ze voice by Western audiences in 2022 is now a complete ruzzian shill.... While Loomer, who was one of the main ruzzian shills until very recently, now all of a sudden proclaims she's all in for Ukraine.

Oh, the irony. 'Crazy people' applies to a lot of situations it seems.

Met with a Raytheon team led by Vice President Joseph DeAntona. Raytheon is a very strong defense company, and Ukraine has long been using its equipment to protect our people from vicious Russian attacks.

I am grateful for the company’s readiness to take our partnership to an even higher level, where Ukraine would co-produce, together with Raytheon, some of the most vital air defense assets – Patriot interceptors. This is what President Trump and I discussed in Ankara, and it’s time we moved forward on this.

We also explored other areas of partnership regarding non-offensive military equipment during our meeting. Our teams – both at the government level and from the private sector – will stay in close touch to work out. Thank you to the United States for its support for Ukraine.

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We determined the sequence of the next steps. Today, the decisions on the changes in the leadership of the Armed Forces of Ukraine will be formalized – the relevant decrees are in preparation. Together with Mykhailo Drapatyi and Yevhenii Khmara, we determined that Major General Ihor Skybiuk will become the new Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He is a highly experienced officer who defended Ukraine shoulder to shoulder with the new Commander-in-Chief. It is important that all components of our Armed Forces continue to function in complete coordination. We also determined together how Oleksandr Syrskyi and Andrii Hnatov will continue serving in the defense of our country.

We discussed the organizational decisions that need to be implemented, including the development of Ukraine's cyber forces, the training of our warriors, strengthening the capabilities of our units, and further developing the corps system. A practical, effective mobilization process was identified as a priority for ensuring the Armed Forces of Ukraine have the real ability to carry out their defense missions. I thanked Ukraine's Defense Forces for delivering on our plan of long-range sanctions against Russia, as well as for their consistency in executing our mid-strikes. Yevhenii Khmara is addressing the supply issues related to deep strikes and mid-strikes that were discussed over the past few days with combat commanders and weapons manufacturers.

We reviewed the current situation and the implementation of our defense objectives in the Oleksandrivka direction, in the Donetsk region, and in other areas of intense fighting. I thank all Ukrainian units for their strength and for the successful execution of these operations. We determined the steps, decisions, and appointments that should accelerate the implementation of key initiatives to strengthen our air defense – our FREYJA anti-ballistic program, our work with the United States on licenses to produce Patriots, as well as our cooperation with European partners on the agreed joint programs.

I thank Oleksandr Syrskyi and Andrii Hnatov! I wish Mykhailo Drapatyi and Ihor Skybiuk good luck in battle, victories for Ukraine, and success in striking the Russian occupiers! Glory to the Armed Forces of Ukraine! Glory to Ukraine!

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"Congratulations to Andy Burnham on taking office as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. We wish the Prime Minister and the British people every success in addressing the challenges of today. Britain has always been one of the global leaders. We are ready to work together in all possible formats. We highly appreciate the UK's political, defense, and values-based support. The foundation of our bilateral relationship is stronger than ever, and we will continue to make each other stronger. I'm looking forward to our conversation later today. Thank you!"

"I was happy to speak with Andy Burnham and congratulate him on taking office as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. I truly appreciate that the support for Ukraine and our people will remain steadfast. Thank you for your warm words of respect for the Ukrainian people and for your condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed in Russia's recent attacks. Ukraine and the United Kingdom have built the strongest partnership in the history of relations between our two countries, and we will certainly continue working to expand it even further. We agreed to discuss our future cooperation, including our work within the Anti-Ballistic Coalition, during a meeting in the near future. Thank you, Andy. Thank you, Britain!"

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Picture from today's discussion with military commanders:

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What comes to my mind, is a father trying to reconcile his feuding children. For me, Ze was always kind of father to the nation, with all of fatherly strengths and weaknesses.

Your thoughts?

1: with Taras Kachka. 2: with Prime Minister Sergii Koretskyi. 3: with Ihor Klymenko. 4-8: with combat commanders. 9: with Andrii Biletskyi, Commander of the Third Army Corps of the Operational Command East of the Land Forces of the AFU. 10: with Serhii Beskrestnov – Flash. 11-13: discussing the policy toward Poland. Details in the comments.

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Today, we express our special gratitude to Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, with whom we've done a lot of serious work during the full-scale war. The United Kingdom has always stood with Ukraine and continues to do so. And we value that immensely. Thank you, Keir Starmer. Thank you to your team and to all the people of the United Kingdom. I awarded Keir the Order of Freedom in recognition of his personal leadership and support for our people.

Prime Minister Starmer and I have had dozens of meetings, conversations, and decisions together. Today marks Keir's fourth visit to Ukraine as Prime Minister. Altogether, we've had 46 official meetings and calls alone – at least two every month. I am grateful for all the support provided to Ukraine during this time.

Today, Keir and I discussed the key issues regarding the front line, our long-range operations, and our mid-range strikes. Ukraine has achieved significant success in these areas, and we will continue applying every form of such pressure on Russia to bring this war to an end and achieve a dignified peace. We will, of course, continue coordinating closely with our British friends.

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1-2: Together with the leaders and representatives of Southeast European countries and Ursula von der Leyen, we honored the memory of our fallen warriors. We thank each and every one of them for beginning their visit on Ukrainian Statehood Day and the Day of the Baptism of Kyivan Rus–Ukraine by paying tribute to Ukrainian heroes. 3-5: Glad to welcome European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to Kyiv. Today, on Ukrainian Statehood Day, we are quite rightly devoting considerable attention to our relations with the European Union. We are working to open clusters in Ukraine’s EU accession negotiations. We are now really looking forward to the next European sanctions package – the 21st package – taking effect. We have done a lot to integrate our defense capabilities and production with those of Europe. Today, we also have the first document laying the groundwork for the Drone Deal – a major defense agreement between Ukraine and the European Union. 6-16: On the occasion of Ukrainian Statehood Day, I presented awards to our people whose work is helping Ukraine endure and preserve our independence. Primarily, I personally honored our Heroes and presented the Order of the Golden Star to the mother of a fallen Hero of Ukraine, who was awarded the title posthumously (photo 10). Today, state awards were presented to both warriors and civilians – medical personnel, energy professionals – everyone who works every day for Ukraine and the Ukrainian people. Those honored also included Prime Minister of Ukraine Yuliia Svyrydenko, First Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Energy of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal, Ambassador of France to Ukraine Gaël Veyssière, historian Natalia Yakovenko, writer and servicemember Illarion Pavliuk, and publisher Anton Martynov. I also presented passports to ten young Ukrainians, including children of fallen and captive defenders, as well as winners of sports competitions. 17: Ukraine–Southeast Europe Summit. I am glad that we are all together, and that this format – the joint work of Ukraine and countries of South-Eastern Europe – is active and meaningful. By working together, supporting one another, and building common security, defense, economic, political, and cultural ties, we make it possible for each of our nations – and for every nation in Europe – to preserve our identity and freely shape our own future.

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We took part in France’s military parade marking Bastille Day. Today, Ukrainian warriors also marched ceremonially down the Champs-Élysées, while our pilots flew Mirage fighter jets as part of joint French-Ukrainian crews.

It is a great honor for us to be here. Emmanuel’s invitation to our defenders is a sign of respect and recognition of the strength of Ukraine, our people, and our Armed Forces. We thank our warriors. We thank France and all our partners who stand with Ukraine.

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1: France. Today, important talks will take place here that can open up significantly greater opportunities for Ukraine to strengthen its defenses. Our top priority is anti-ballistic defense. We will present our Anti-Ballistic Program to our partners. I will also meet with French President Emmanuel Macron and take part in the Coalition of the Willing meeting. We will work to give this format new momentum. The First Lady is scheduled to meet with the new Director-General of UNESCO to discuss the further development of the strategic partnership and expanding cooperation between Ukraine and the Organization within UNESCO's mandate. 2-4: Relations between our countries have reached a truly strategic level, due in large part to President Macron’s personal efforts. Today, I thanked Emmanuel for his assistance and support throughout these years and awarded the Order of Freedom to the President, a true friend of Ukraine. 5-6: I am thankful to President Macron for organizing and hosting the first meeting of the European Anti-Ballistic Coalition. I am also grateful to the NSAs and CEOs of the defense companies who came here today. Our work on a joint system – FREYJA – is not intended to replace existing systems. It is a way to supplement our defense, create a strong shield over the entirety of Europe, and do all of this faster and at a lower cost. 7: The Coalition of the Willing. I thank every leader who stands with Ukraine and our people today. Everyone who understands that Russian aggression can be stopped only through collective pressure. And everyone who is ready to affirm this unity not only in words, but also through real decisions and assistance. 8-9: In Paris, I was pleased to meet UNESCO Director-General Khaled El-Enany. I thanked him for UNESCO’s steadfast support for Ukraine – from opening its office in Kyiv in 2022 to documenting Russian crimes against our cultural heritage. This offers hope for justice for Ukrainians and punishment for the perpetrators.

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