European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Kyiv on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, to strengthen military ties between Ukraine and the European Union.
The visit follows a historic moment in Paris, where European and Ukrainian forces marched together in the Bastille Day parade for the first time.
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Von der Leyen plans to announce "new initiatives to integrate our defence industries," according to The Guardian.
She expressed optimism about Ukraine's progress, stating, "Ukraine has built a strong military momentum. The tide is turning."
Black Sea Attacks and EU Sanctions
Meanwhile, Kyiv reported that Ukrainian drones struck 20 Russian vessels overnight in a major Black Sea operation.
In response, Russian forces targeted key Ukrainian ports, including Odesa and Chornomorsk.
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In a separate development, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić also arrived in Kyiv, traveling via Moldova and central Ukraine.
Vučić, known for maintaining ties with Moscow, shared details of his journey on Instagram.
Back in Brussels, EU ambassadors are working to finalize the 21st sanctions package against Russia.
Adoption of the package, initially planned for Monday, has faced delays due to disagreements among member states.
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A key point of contention is a proposed price cap on Russian oil imports.
