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On July 8, Vladimir Putin will hold a videoconference meeting with members of the Government

2026-07-07T15:42:41+04:00

The operation of the transport and fuel sectors under current conditions will be the main topic on the agenda.

Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak and Minister of Transport Andrei Nikitin will deliver reports.

A number of current matters will be addressed as well.

Meeting with Director General of the Russian Export Centre Veronika Nikishina

2026-07-07T18:29:27+04:00

The President held a working meeting with Director General of the Russian Export Centre (REC, VEB.RF Group). Veronika Nikishina reported on the increase of Russia's non-commodity non-energy exports, the establishment of regional export support centres, and the development of stable partnerships with friendly nations.

President of Russia Vladimir Putin: Ms Nikishina, we are aware of all the subjective and objective difficulties facing our exporters. Nevertheless, the volume of non-resource non-energy exports increased by 9 percent in 2025 compared to 2024, thanks to support from the Export Centre, the entire group of the Export Centre. Overall, it reached 1.7 trillion rubles.

Director General of the Russian Export Centre Veronika Nikishina: Yes, 1.7 trillion rubles.

Vladimir Putin: This is a considerable amount.

Overall, how do you assess the work?

Veronika Nikishina: Mr President, it has been said recently at some platforms that we do not need export because it allegedly moves the commodities we need at home to foreign markets, excessively strengthening the ruble. We think this view is fundamentally wrong.

First, no country can be successful on the international stage without maintaining a strong position in the sphere of non-resource export. We can see that a tough competition is unfolding for economic influence and leadership, and non-resource export is an instrument of international cooperation and a means of creating stable partnerships and alliances.

Second, export – both resource and non-resource – amid slowing economic growth is also a means of stabilising the situation and resuming economic growth, because this implies additional markets that bring revenues and tax deductions, prevent lay-offs and help preserve jobs and even create new ones.

Incidentally, our geopolitical opponents, who have been imposing sanctions against Russian exports since 2022, trying to push us from foreign markets as much as possible and hence weaken us economically, are also aware of that.

But we have fundamentally achieved our key goal, which is to quickly shift our focus towards the friendly markets. We have maintained our export volumes and reached a stage of sustainable growth, as you have absolutely correctly noted. Last year, our non-resource exports increased by 11 percent, mechanical engineering exports by 28 percent, and the share of friendly countries in our structure has reached 86 percent.

Our current priority is to attain national development goals which you have set for the Government, that is, to increase exports by two-thirds by 2030 compared to 2023.

Vladimir Putin (Looking at the presentation.): I see that the development of stable partnerships with friendly countries is proceeding apace.

Veronika Nikishina: Yes, we believe we have completed the process of switching to foreign markets. We have restored the pre-sanction export volumes and have started to increase exports by forming stable partnerships and alliances with friendly countries, because our non-resource export constitutes the basis of our partnerships, including technological ones. We are also a reliable supplier of food and commodities that form value chains. We sincerely believe that the trend outlined at the third stage is not only realistic but that we are also perfectly on schedule.

How do we at the Russian Export Centre address the challenge you have set for the Government?

First, we provide targeted financial and non-financial support to specific exporters. We have around 150 support instruments at our disposal, ranging from helping companies find buyers to providing loans and insuring exporter non-payment risks. As you have already noted, last year the exports supported through our instruments reached 1.7 trillion rubles, representing a nine percent increase over the previous year. These exports reached 160 countries, up from 137 the year before. Tax revenues to the budget generated by these exports, together with contributions from the Russian Export Centre group, totalled 750 billion rubles last year. In addition to supporting existing exporters, another systemic task that we see for ourselves is identifying companies with export potential, helping them become exporters, and thereby expanding what we call new exports.

The second area of our work is promoting Russian products on foreign markets. More than half of exporters attribute their success abroad to strong demand for their products. This is precisely the objective of our “Made in Russia” programme: a comprehensive set of initiatives aimed at building a strong demand for Russian-made goods.

First, we establish a permanent presence for Russian products on foreign markets by promoting them through wholesale distribution channels, concluding export agreements with distributors, and developing a network of “Made in Russia” retail stores offering Russian products. This retail network is most extensively developed in China.

Second, we promote Russian products through e-commerce channels, including with the support of local bloggers. We have launched 50 online stores of Russian products under the “Made in Russia” umbrella brand on 21 major international e-commerce platforms.

Vladimir Putin: Is this primarily through our own e-commerce platforms?

Veronika Nikishina: We do use our own online platforms as well, but in many markets consumers primarily shop through their established local e-commerce marketplaces. In order to promote Russian products effectively, we therefore place them on the virtual shelves of those international platforms. This allows local consumers to purchase Russian goods in online stores they are already used to and gradually develop the habit of choosing Russian products.

International trade fairs and business missions are also highly effective tools for generating demand for our products and building long-term commercial partnerships. We organise national stands and pavilions for Russian exporters at major international exhibitions and arrange business meetings for them.

Last year, we organised 32 major exhibition events in 18 countries for around 1,000 Russian exporters. This year, we are maintaining the same pace, having already held 12 such events. These initiatives speed up the establishment of business ties and the conclusion of export contracts for our companies.

Another relatively new instrument under the programme, which we came up with just a few years ago, is the “Made in Russia” festivals and fairs held on foreign markets. In addition to their economic benefit and their role in facilitating export contracts, these events help foster a positive perception of Russian products among international consumers while also promoting a favourable image of Russia through its culture, sports, and tourism.

The third area of our work includes stepping up cooperation with the regions and ensuring systematic complementarity of regional and federal support measures, so that we can achieve our national goals as a team.

The State Council has a key role to play in this regard. The State Council Presidium meeting, which was for the first time devoted to non-resource exports, gave a very strong boost to this work. Last year, 84 regions aligned their regional export strategies with federal strategic planning documents, such as the Foreign Economic Activity Strategy.

We are working with the regions on the basis of a standardised set of tools, known as the Regional Export Standard, which we updated last year based on the best practices of leading regions such as Moscow, St Petersburg, Tatarstan, Bashkortostan, the Amur Region, the Khabarovsk Territory, and the Moscow Region. Many regions are pro-actively becoming mentors for their counterparts in other regions.

We consider that preserving in the regions infrastructure to support exports by small and medium-sized enterprises is one of last year’s significant results following the State Council meeting. It had been at risk of being shut down, but export support centres are now operating in 85 regions, 67 of which receive federal co-financing.

Vladimir Putin: The regional authorities should also have an interest in this, shouldn’t they?

Veronika Nikishina: Yes, but there was a period of uncertainty regarding this matter. I should say, however, that the situation has now reached a completely stable understanding that this infrastructure is a very important addition…

Vladimir Putin: What does this infrastructure include?

Veronika Nikishina: It includes regional export support centres that have their own set of various tools needed by small and medium-sized enterprises. For example, they help companies develop websites, which is extremely important, particularly websites in foreign languages, without which, for instance, a foreign buyer would not even be able to understand…

Vladimir Putin: They would not understand what is being offered.

Veronika Nikishina: That’s right. They help organise various business missions and provide subsidies. Many regions have their own regional programmes to support exporters. The regions exchange these best practices with each other, for example through regional export cashback programmes and so on. As a result, this synergy of cooperation between the regions is producing an excellent effect. Last year, the number of regions making the greatest contribution to non-resource exports increased by four

I would like to emphasise that many governors personally and consistently work to promote the export potential of their regions. I would like to sincerely thank the governors and the teams in all the regions. We have developed a very creative and highly informal form of cooperation, because everyone truly understands how important it is for the regional economy, for businesses, and ultimately for the national economy to support non-resource exports. The strong impetus provided by the State Council for this kind of teamwork has indeed produced excellent results.

In particular, we use digitalisation to ensure that exporters have access to federal and regional support measures. Last year, 16 regions – 14 as part of the planned programme and two, namely the Omsk and Smolensk regions, on their own initiative – digitised their regional support measures and integrated them into the One-Stop-Shop digital platform which cut at least in half the time the exporters require to get support measures.

Human resources for foreign economic activity. This issue was also raised at the State Council meeting. Following your instructions, a consortium was established last year to create an environment to train specialists in foreign trade according to unified standards. Thirty-four universities from 20 regions launched the programmes last year.

The fourth area of our work includes creating and maintaining exporters’ motivation to engage in exports. “Made in Russia” begins in Russia. This is our own proactive mission. We use clear and simple language to tell the people in our country about our hero exporters. We believe it is truly important for the public to understand the impact the exports have on their city, their district, and the country as a whole and to take pride in this and to remain aware of the range of products we have to offer.

For example, we have teamed up with the federal TV channel Rossiya 24 and for three years now have been producing a series of films featuring 300 hero exporters representing major, medium-sized, and small businesses. We highlight their achievements and performance results.

This year, we launched a project with Channel One called “Our Everything. Made in Russia.” We have the Exporter of the Year award, and we have agreed with Channel One that this year’s federal stage finals will be broadcast on Channel One.

Mr President, it is truly important for exporters to understand, especially in the current environment, that their extremely challenging export activities are needed not only by their employees, that they also remain within the scope of the state’s priorities whereas we, as the Russian Export Centre Group of Companies, will continue to support our exporters and help them reach new heights, which will contribute to the economic prosperity of our country.

Vladimir Putin: That is how it will be. This is one of our priorities.

Is the online store chain growing in our country?

Veronika Nikishina: Yes, we currently have 50 stores on foreign marketplaces, and we are also widely cooperating with Russian e-commerce platforms. We have a project with Wildberries to promote an online product shelf featuring Made in Russia goods for export markets.

This year, we conducted a pilot project with Uzbekistan, where in addition to foods, the project included cosmetics (although mainly goods intended for retail sale). We are promoting and expanding our exports in conjunction with our marketplaces. We have big plans to promote products in the markets of other countries together with Wildberries and Ozon. Thus, we are promoting both Russian products and Russian e-commerce platforms. Indeed, we are fully experiencing the benefits of digital platforms and all the effects they create for exporters.

Vladimir Putin: Very good. Thank you.

Veronika Nikishina: Thank you.

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Meeting with Tula Region Governor Dmitry Milyayev

2026-07-06T19:09:55+04:00

Dmitry Milyayev briefed the President on the region’s socioeconomic development.

The Governor began his report with an overview of the region’s social and demographic policy. The region’s strategy in this area is titled, the Tula Region: A Territory of Family Happiness. Its objective is to create comfortable living conditions for people of all ages and social groups. State support measures include a 1-million ruble mortgage subsidy for large families and incentive payments for the birth of children. A low-interest mortgage programme for young scientists’ families is also being launched. Since 2024, the region has been implementing a regional demographic standard, already adopted by 2,500 companies. Under this standard, companies provide support measures for employees’ families. Engineering and defence industry enterprises have become the flagship of this social policy. The Governor highlighted the role of Rostec Corporation and its two major holding companies, High Precision Systems and Technodinamika. These enterprises sponsor sports and social initiatives. A corporate birth-rate support programme has been launched, with over 70 companies joining the initiative.

Vladimir Putin noted that the Tula Region is a highly developed industrial area, which has a considerable impact on the environment. The Governor explained that regional enterprises invested approximately 2 billion rubles in environmentally friendly technologies in 2025. An additional 8 billion rubles will be invested in 2026–2030. The region operates 23 fixed monitoring stations and two mobile labs to monitor air quality.

Dmitry Milyayev also reported that the industrial production index grew to 108.5 percent in 2025. Agriculture likewise posted positive growth, with the index standing at 111.5 percent. Investment activity remained strong as well. Preferential economic zones, including the Uzlovaya Special Economic Zone, the industrial park of the same name, and the Aleksin and Yefremov priority development areas, operate as scheduled. For example, in the Uzlovaya SEZ, five major production facilities became operational in early 2025; by the end of that year, that number had risen to 12, with approximately eight more scheduled to open by the end of this year. These projects contribute both to import substitution and to strengthening technological sovereignty. New facilities include production of pea protein and citric acid for the food processing industry, sodium chlorate and lithium compounds for batteries in the chemical sector, as well as gas turbine blades and metalworking machinery in other industries. On the President’s instructions, work is under way to create a Composite Valley innovation cluster, with total investment estimated at around 7 billion rubles.

According to the Governor, the region is improving healthcare staffing levels by providing targeted training for medical students and residents, with around 1,500 specialists currently enrolled. Additional payments are now available for medical professionals aged 60+, prompting 400 doctors and nurses to return to work after retirement, while the number of retiring professionals has also declined. Housing construction continues to expand, and major overhauls of educational institutions are under way. This year, 46 educational buildings will be overhauled.

The discussion also covered the municipalities. Football stadiums are being renovated, modular rural community centres are being built, and improvements are being made to housing and public utilities infrastructure. Considerable attention is being devoted to youth policy and sport. The Tula Region hosted the First All-Russian Congress of Physical Education and Sports Teachers, which brought together more than 600 delegates. Following the model of the school bus programme, the region has launched this year a sports bus programme to transport children from rural areas to training sessions at sports and fitness centres and to competitions in other municipalities, thereby improving access to sports infrastructure.

Dmitry Milyayev noted that the Tula Region is known as Russia’s third museum capital and is home to 124 museums of various types, including federal, municipal, regional, and private ones. This work is being carried out together with the Ministry of Culture. Three branches of federal museums are currently being established in the region: the Polytechnic Museum, the Bakhrushin Theatre Museum, and the Andrei Rublev Museum.

The Governor also briefly addressed assistance to the region’s sponsored territories. Between 2022 and 2025, approximately 6 billion rubles were allocated for rebuilding projects in Mariupol, including a school, a kindergarten, a church, a college dormitory, the college proper, a boiler house, and road infrastructure. Emergency response teams from the Tula Region continue to work there on a permanent basis. Humanitarian convoys are also being dispatched to border areas, as well as to Gorlovka and Kurakhovo in the Donetsk People’s Republic and Lutugino in the Lugansk People’s Republic.

Dmitry Milyayev focused specifically on providing support to participants in the special military operation, including assistance with the employment of veterans. To date, the total funding allocated for these purposes amounts to approximately 4.6 billion rubles. The employment rate among veterans stands at 73.3 percent. Around 15 different career paths have been established under programmes such as Realise Yourself in Sport, Become a Farmer, or Become an Entrepreneur. Each programme offers customised training and financial support where needed. The Governor noted that this work would continue.

Greetings on Sea and River Fleet Workers’ Day

2026-07-04T11:59:45+04:00

Vladimir Putin extended his greetings to current and veteran sea and river fleet workers on their professional holiday.

The message reads, in part:

“Water transport is rightfully considered an essential and integral part of the Russian transport system. It contributes to the country’s socioeconomic development, strengthens interregional and international ties, and reliably provides passenger and freight services.

Today, amid increasingly complex challenges, the industry faces a number of major and urgent tasks. These include further efforts to renew the fleet, modernise port infrastructure, develop resilient logistics routes and international transport corridors, and expand the use of advanced shipping technologies.

I am confident that your professional skills, dedication to the traditions established by your predecessors, and clear understanding of the importance of your work will continue to help you successfully implement your plans and ambitious projects, making a significant contribution to enhancing the country’s transport and technological sovereignty.”

Commentary by Presidential Aide Yury Ushakov following Vladimir Putin’s telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump

2026-07-05T10:37:12+04:00

Presidential Aide Yury Ushakov: As you know, today, July 4, the United States marks its national holiday, the 250^th Independence Day. The day before, President of Russia Vladimir Putin sent a message of greetings to US President Donald Trump, expressing confidence that the development of constructive, equal and mutually beneficial ties serves not only the interests of our nations but also of the entire international community.

As you may remember, on Russia Day, June 12, the US President sent a message of warm greetings to Vladimir Putin. In that message, Donald Trump paid tribute, and I quote, to the “rich history and culture” of our country and commended the resilience of the Russian people.

Of course, today’s conversation between the two heads of state began with President Putin congratulating Donald Trump and the American people on their landmark holiday and recalling Russia’s contribution to the development of American statehood. In this context, the presidents noted the importance of treasuring the historical heritage which our nations share. It was pointed out that our nations will never forget their alliance during World War II.

The United States is widely celebrating Independence Day today. This is being done in style and on a grand scale, as Donald Trump knows how to do it, and our President has mentioned this.

Their conversation, the fourth one this year, was not only formal but also business-like and constructive. The leaders candidly discussed current issues on the bilateral and international agenda. Incidentally, that conversation lasted nearly an hour and a half, or more precisely, 85 minutes.

Naturally, the presidents also talked about a Ukrainian settlement, including in light of Donald Trump’s participation in the upcoming NATO summit in Turkiye on July 7–8.

The US President reaffirmed his readiness to facilitate an early termination of the hostilities and the search for peaceful solutions to the crisis. His special envoys – Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner – will carry on their mediation efforts and are ready to come to Moscow at our convenience.

The Russian President reaffirmed our commitment to a political and diplomatic settlement of the conflict, with due consideration for Russia’s known principled approaches.

However, Kiev and its Western sponsors rely on drawing out and even escalating the conflict and terrorising civilians. Moreover, the European “party of war” proceeds from a false perception of the overall situation and developments on the frontline. Our President has outlined the real situation on the battlefield, where the Russian Armed Forces are confidently advancing, liberating one settlement after another.

The establishment of control over one of the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ key fortified settlements, Konstantinovka, is an important stage in the liberation of the Donetsk People’s Republic. No matter how hard the Kiev regime clings to the remaining fortified areas, our army will definitely take them.

Regarding the situation around Iran, Vladimir Putin has expressed hope that the negotiation process based on the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran will help find mutually acceptable long-term solutions to the key aspects of the settlement. We have confirmed our readiness to provide practical assistance with the de-escalation and stabilisation efforts in the region. On his part, Donald Trump thanked the Russian side for our balanced stance and constructive proposals.

With respect to bilateral relations, the presidents stressed the importance of continuing the contacts, including on military, political and, certainly, economic issues. There is colossal potential for mutually beneficial cooperation between our countries. Donald Trump stressed that for these prospects to be realised, it is necessary to put a stop to the Ukrainian conflict as soon as possible.

It was noted during the conversation that the upcoming launch of a Russian-US crew from the Baikonur Space Launch Centre to the International Space Station is symbolic. This joint project is a specific example proving the two powers’ interest in close cooperation across different fields.

Naturally, the same is true about culture that unites our congenial nations. Incidentally, Donald Trump mentioned that he personally admires The Hermitage in St Petersburg.

The presidents talked about football as well. Considering Russia’s 2018 experience, Vladimir Putin wished the United States success with the FIFA World Cup.

The leaders agreed to maintain contact and have another telephone conversation shortly. The President of Russia reminded Donald Trump that he has a standing invitation to visit Russia.

It should be noted that the Russian side initiated the previous telephone conversation on June 14, when Donald Trump celebrated his 80^th birthday. This time, the initiative to arrange a conversation on the 250^th anniversary of US independence notably came from our American partners.

Greetings to President of the United States Donald Trump on Independence Day

2026-07-03T18:38:35+04:00

Vladimir Putin congratulated President of the United States Donald Trump on the 250^th anniversary of the independence of the United States of America.

The message reads, in part:

“The signing of the United States Declaration of Independence not only heralded the birth of your nation but also constituted a landmark event in world history. It was then that Russia extended its unequivocal support to the North American colonists in their struggle for freedom from British rule.

Over the course of two and a half centuries, many significant pages have been written in the history of relations between our nations. We fought as allies in two world wars, together liberating humanity from the horrors of Nazism, and subsequently played a pivotal role in shaping the foundations of the contemporary world order. Today, Russia and the United States as the world’s two largest nuclear powers bear a special responsibility for maintaining international security and stability.

I am confident that the establishment of constructive, equitable and mutually beneficial relations between Moscow and Washington serves the interests not only of our peoples but also of the entire international community.

Donald, I wish you and your loved ones health, well-being and every success, and I wish all citizens of the United States happiness and prosperity.”

Greetings on the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the Kaliningrad Region

2026-07-03T17:45:33+04:00

Vladimir Putin congratulated the residents of the Kaliningrad Region on the 80^th anniversary of its establishment.

The message reads, in part:

“Russia’s westernmost region is rightly renowned for its history, the diversity and beauty of its natural landscapes, and the industriousness, generosity of spirit, and hospitality of its residents.

Today, the Kaliningrad Region enjoys considerable potential and offers a wide array of opportunities for attracting substantial investment. Large-scale projects are being successfully implemented across industry and agriculture, transport, construction and infrastructure, tourism, and the spa and resort sector. Crucially, I wish to emphasise that, alongside the launch of modern factories and high-tech production facilities, steadfast attention is paid to preserving the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of the Amber Region, and to implementing vital educational, enlightenment, and creative initiatives. Very recently, the renowned Museum of the World Ocean was awarded the status of a particularly valuable cultural heritage site of the peoples of the Russian Federation.

I am confident that your energy, dedication, and sincere love for your native land will continue to help you fulfil your outlined plans.”

Visit to the Joint Force auxiliary command post

2026-07-06T15:30:47+04:00

The Supreme Commander-in-Chief visited an auxiliary command post of the Joint Force, where he chaired a meeting with the General Staff leadership and the commanders of the groups of forces.

President of Russia Vladimir Putin: Good afternoon, comrades.

Today we are holding a regular working meeting to assess the current situation in the special military operation zone, as well as to review and evaluate the latest combat results.

The Chief of the General Staff provides reports on the situation on a nearly daily basis. In this regard, I would like to note that the formations and military units of the Joint Force are carrying out their assigned tasks in accordance with the plans of the General Staff of the Armed Forces.

The liberation of the Lugansk People’s Republic has recently been completed in full. Meanwhile, operations to eliminate formations of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Donetsk People’s Republic, as well as in the Zaporozhye and Kherson regions, are underway. The establishment of a security zone in the border areas of the Kharkov, Sumy, and Dnepropetrovsk regions of Ukraine is also progressing according to plan.

Enemy forces are attempting to maintain their positions, but under the pressure of our troops they are sustaining heavy losses and are being forced to withdraw.

Since the beginning of this year, Russian forces have liberated 133 settlements and established control over more than 3,000 square kilometres of our territory in Donbass and Novorossiya.

Today’s discussion will focus on developments in the areas of responsibility of the North and South groups of forces. We will also review the results of combat missions carried out by other formations and military units.

In addition, during a restricted attendance meeting, as previously agreed with the Chief of the General Staff, we will examine the tasks assigned to the Joint Force for the summer period and discuss the most pressing issues related to supporting ongoing offensive operations.

But first, before we proceed to the commanders’ reports, I ask the Chief of the General Staff, in accordance with established procedure, to provide an overview of the general situation in the special military operation zone.

Please begin, Mr Gerasimov.

Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces and First Deputy Minister of Defence Valery Gerasimov: Comrade Supreme Commander-in-Chief,

The troops of the Joint Force continue carrying out their mission during the special military operation to liberate the Donetsk People’s Republic and the Zaporozhye and Kherson regions.

In June, 29 settlements and a total of 636 square kilometres of territory were liberated.

Unable to achieve results on the battlefield, the Kiev regime is making attempts to persuade its Western sponsors that it has regained the initiative and made significant advances. To achieve this goal, the Kiev regime is conducting an information campaign highlighting the alleged successes of AFU formations while concealing territories liberated by Russian troops by describing them in neutral terms as “moved into the grey zone.”

At the same time, units and formations of the Joint Force continue advancing in every operational direction. The fastest rates of advance have been recorded in the areas of responsibility of the North and East groups of forces.

The North group of forces, advancing simultaneously along several axes, continues expanding the security zone in Ukraine’s Sumy and Kharkov regions bordering the Russian Federation. Progress is being made toward Sumy and in the vicinity of the village of Bely Kolodez in the Kharkov Region. In June, eight settlements came under Russian control.

The West group of forces continues advancing along a broad front within its area of responsibility in the Kharkov Region and the northern part of the Donetsk People’s Republic.

In the Kupyansk direction, the enemy continues efforts to retake previously lost positions. To support this objective, it has redeployed 11 additional battalions to the area, including units from two marine brigades. These forces have repeatedly attempted to break into Kupyansk and push our units back across the eastern bank of the Oskol River, but without success. Ukrainian forces have suffered substantial losses: since May 10, some 2,500 Ukrainian servicemen, including more than 550 marines, as well as 772 pieces of weapons and military equipment have been destroyed in this sector.

Operations to eliminate enemy formations on the eastern bank of the Oskol River south of Borovaya are continuing. Four settlements – Sheykovka, Novy Mir, Cherneshchina, and Druzhelyubovka – have come under our control. Street-to-street fighting is ongoing in Podliman. The liberation of Krasny Liman, a key administrative centre and major railway hub, is approaching completion. Its capture is of significant logistical and operational importance for the continued offensive in this direction.

The South group of forces continues offensive operations aimed at liberating the Donetsk People’s Republic. Units of the group liberated the town of Konstantinovka, one of the enemy’s principal defensive strongholds within the Slavyansk–Kramatorsk–Konstantinovka fortified area.

In addition, in June, elements of the 3rd Army, advancing toward Slavyansk and Kramatorsk, took control of four more settlements.

Heavy fighting continues in the Centre group of forces’ area of responsibility. Its formations and units are advancing north of Krasnoarmeysk, with the front line now approximately 8.5 kilometres from the city’s outskirts.

Kutuzovka, Vasilyevka, and Novy Donbass were liberated in June. Forward units of the Centre group entered Dobropolye and Annovka. Fighting continues in Belitskoye, Shevchenko, Sergeyevka, and Krasnoyarskoye. Meanwhile, part of the group continues operations to establish a security zone in the Dnepropetrovsk Region, while combat is underway to capture Novopavlovka.

Troops of the East group of forces continue to maintain the initiative across their offense sector and are advancing in the Zaporozhye and Dnepropetrovsk regions.

On the northern right flank of the group’s area of responsibility, formations and units of the 29th Army repelled attempts by Ukrainian assault units to penetrate Russian defensive positions. After thwarting the enemy’s effort to halt our offensive in this sector, the group resumed its advance in the southern part of the Dnepropetrovsk Region, expanding the security zone. In June, Bogodarovka and Novoskelevatoye were captured in this direction, and on July 2, Alexandrovka was liberated. Fighting continues in the large settlement of Velikomikhailovka.

Along the group’s main axis of advance, troops of the East group continue to push westward on a broad front in eastern Zaporozhye Region. Approximately 115 square kilometres of territory came under Russian control in June. The settlements of Komsomolskoye, Novoselovka, Lesnoye, Rovnoye, and Kopani were liberated. Fighting continues in the village of Lyubitskoye.

Units of the Dnepr group of forces are conducting offensive operations in the Zaporozhye direction. The command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces sought nothing less than to halt Russia’s advance by regaining control of territory around the villages of Primorskoye and Stepnogorsk. For this purpose, some of Ukraine’s best-trained and most motivated special operations forces of the main intelligence directorate, together with foreign mercenaries, were dispatched. All enemy attacks were repelled.

Assault units of the Dnepr group of forces continue to increase the pace of their offensive. Advance groups have now pushed forward to within nine kilometres from the southern outskirts of Zaporozhye, engaging Ukrainian positions within the city limits. Fighting is also ongoing in Orekhovo and Preobrazhenka.

In addition, in accordance with the General Staff’s operational plan, Russian forces have continued to carry out large-scale and coordinated strikes against Ukraine’s military-industrial complex and the energy infrastructure supporting it. In June, five large-scale strike operations were conducted, targeting 55 facilities across Ukraine, including 34 military-industrial enterprises involved in producing Flamingo cruise missiles, long- and medium-range unmanned aerial vehicles, robotic systems, and electronic warfare equipment; as well as 10 airfields used to base Ukrainian combat aircraft; and five fuel and energy infrastructure facilities.

During the night of July 1–2, the Russian Armed Forces carried out another large-scale strike using long-range precision-guided weapons and attack drones against military-industrial facilities in Kiev. The strike damaged five key Ukrainian aviation and electronics enterprises manufacturing long-range UAVs, cruise missiles, and related components.

In addition to this, the strike damaged a logistics centre; four fuel and energy facilities; and infrastructure at five military airfields. As a result, the strike has substantially reduced Ukraine’s industrial capacity to manufacture long-range weapons, including cruise and ballistic missiles, which has also increased the Kiev regime’s dependence on Western supplies of components, explosives, and fuel.

Comrade Supreme Commander-in-Chief,

The formations and military units of the Joint Force will continue carrying out their assigned missions to liberate Donbass and Novorossiya in accordance with the approved operational plan.

The report is over.

Vladimir Putin: Good, thank you very much.

Let us continue. I would like to note the positive momentum in the actions of our troops, as well as the increasing pace of the advance by units and formations of the Russian Armed Forces along the entire front line. I can see this on a daily basis, both in your reports and in those submitted by other commanders.

In recent months, the security zone along our border with Ukraine has also expanded considerably. Troops of the East and Dnepr groups of forces are advancing successfully in the Zaporozhye Region, the liberation of the Donetsk People’s Republic is continuing, and, as you have reported, the South and Centre groups of forces are continuing their westward advance while inflicting defeats on the enemy.

In June, Ukrainian Armed Forces units were forced out of six settlements, including the city of Konstantinovka, which has been brought back under Russian control.

I would like to emphasise that the capture of Konstantinovka represents only the first, but a highly significant, step toward defeating the Ukrainian Armed Forces units currently holding what you referred to as the Slavyansk–Kramatorsk–Konstantinovka fortified area. There, the enemy has built a deep, layered system of defensive fortifications, effectively turning the cities of Slavyansk, Kramatorsk, Druzhkovka, and Konstantinovka into a single defensive stronghold. With Konstantinovka now under our control, I believe it is no longer appropriate to refer to the Slavyansk–Kramatorsk– Konstantinovka line. Instead, it should simply be called the Slavyansk–Kramatorsk line, while also taking into account Druzhkovka – a smaller, though likewise fortified, settlement.

(Commander of the South group of forces Lieutenant General Sergei Medvedev, Commander of the 4^th Motor Rifle Brigade Major General Anton Grunis, and Commander of the 6^th Motor Rifle Division Colonel Alexander Kartavkin reported on the liberation progress in the Donetsk People’s Republic, the Zaporozhye and Kherson regions, and, in particular, the liberation of Konstantinovka. Commander of the North group of forces Yevgeny Nikiforov reported on the progress in expanding the security zone in Sumy and Kharkov regions, as well as in ensuring security in the border areas of the Bryansk, Kursk and Belgorod regions.)

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Vladimir Putin: Thank you very much.

Here’s what I would like to emphasise. The more strikes the enemy attempts against our civilian infrastructure – and, of course, our foremost priority is to do everything necessary to protect these facilities and the civilian population – the more such attempts they make, the larger the security zone we will be compelled to establish in the adjacent territory. Especially since this area, like the other territories we have discussed today, is historically Russian land.

We will wrap up this part now and proceed to discussing a number of separate issues. But first, I would like to stress the following.

The Russian Armed Forces continue to firmly maintain the strategic initiative in the special military operation zone, and the liberation of Konstantinovka is of major strategic significance.

As you know, the city is a key transportation hub and a major industrial centre in Donbass. It has around 20,500 homes, while Sumy – the regional capital – has just over 30,000, making them comparable in size. The capture of Konstantinovka by the South group of forces opens a direct route for further advances toward Kramatorsk and Slavyansk, as well as other fortified areas in Donbass. It is undoubtedly a key step toward the liberation of the entire Donetsk People’s Republic.

As for the establishment of the security zone, I would like to reiterate that it is also an important component of achieving our overall objectives. The formations and units of the North group of forces are successfully carrying out this mission and continue to push enemy forces farther away from Russia’s border.

A decisive role in these achievements undoubtedly belongs to our soldiers and officers, who, in the course of combat operations, continue to demonstrate the finest qualities of the Russian warrior – selfless devotion and love for the Motherland, military camaraderie, and brotherhood in arms.

Please convey my sincere gratitude to all personnel for the courage and heroism they display every day. And, as I have already said, I ask that all those who have most distinguished themselves be presented for state awards.

Now a few words about the enemy’s information and propaganda operation with the results the Kiev regime allegedly obtained on the battlefield. I would like to note that both the Kiev regime and the purported European so-called peace makers, whose genuine objective is not peace but continuing the war with Russia to the last Ukrainian, reaffirm our assumption regarding their true intentions by their statements and practical actions.

I want to stress that the June 7, 2026, joint statement by some of the EU leaders welcomed the innovative, as they put it, use of pilotless technologies by the Kiev regime.

I have already spoken publicly about it. I asked a purely rhetorical question whether they meant strikes at our civilian facilities, transport with civilians and children and students dorms? Does this mean encouragement to further such strikes?

In this respect I should say that massive group strikes must continue at Ukraine’s military industrial complex infrastructure and the facilities ensuring its operation, because those ideas are in the air and being pursued, therefore we must respond correspondingly. Please offer your relevant proposals.

Valery Gerasimov: Yes, Sir.

Vladimir Putin: We must also continue analysing the involvement of each instigator of the continuation of the war in Ukraine, the analysis of the involvement of each of them in real combat actions. We need this analysis for taking responsible decisions in the future. We will need it anyway.

Now, as for the enemy’s alleged success on the battlefield, then we should, first of all, keep in mind that for supporting their legends and lies, and false statements, the enemy can take certain actions of a sabotage and terrorist nature, launch raids, albeit involving small task forces but with great propaganda fanfare, in order to confirm their arguments about imaginary achievements. We have to be prepared for such possible raids.

And, second, the audacious claims made by the ringleaders of the Kiev regime about successes which, as we know, do not actually exist, are generally to our advantage, since these play-actors—and they are incapable of doing anything else, as they have never been taught to — undoubtedly discombobulate both themselves and their sponsors by their actions and statements. I reiterate: it works for our benefit. Meanwhile, commanders of the Russian Armed Forces groups should act rhythmically, rationally and consistently, overcome hardships which naturally emerge in such conditions, do everything necessary and possible to secure unconditional fulfilment of their tasks in strict compliance with the objective of the special military operation worked out by the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces.

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Executive Order on Celebrations to Mark 100th Anniversary of Volunteer Society for Cooperation with Army, Aviation, and Navy (DOSAAF)

2026-07-04T10:13:59+04:00

Vladimir Putin signed the Executive Order On the Celebrations to Mark the 100^th Anniversary of the Volunteer Society for Cooperation with the Army, Aviation, and Navy (DOSAAF).

Pursuant to the Executive Order, in order to mark the 100^th anniversary of the Voluntary Society for Cooperation with the Army, Aviation, and Navy of Russia (DOSAAF) in 2027, the President has instructed that celebratory events be held throughout 2026 and 2027.

The Russian Ministry of Defence has been instructed to establish, within two months, an organising committee responsible for preparing and overseeing the centenary celebrations, as well as for developing and approving a plan for the main celebratory events.

Russia’s DOSAAF a mass patriotic defence and sports organisation that brings together citizens of the Russian Federation.

Meeting of the Council for the Strategic Development of the Navy under the Maritime Collegium

2026-07-03T18:25:59+04:00

Presidential Aide Nikolai Patrushev held a meeting of the Council for the Strategic Development of the Navy under the Russian Maritime Collegium.

The meeting considered a draft of updated Foundations of the State Policy of the Russian Federation in the Naval Activity until 2050. Their development is provided for by a Security Council decision and constitutes part of the work to update the strategic planning documents for Russia’s naval activity.

The draft prepared by the Ministry of Defence identifies the threats and challenges to the Russian state in the World Ocean, shapes the system of objectives, tasks and areas for maintaining national security in the naval activity.

The main priority objectives of the state policy in this area include maintaining strategic and regional stability in the World Ocean, strengthening the Navy as a key instrument of foreign policy, and securing Russia’s international status as a great maritime power.

The draft document underscores that the achievement of such objectives will be provided for by means of a balanced development of the Navy up to the level that guarantees protection of the Russian national interests in all areas of the World Ocean and infliction of critical damage to any potential enemy. To this end, plans are in place to upgrade and build up the combat strength and capabilities of strategic naval nuclear and non-nuclear forces and general-purpose naval groups, and to prioritise the development of unmanned naval systems.

Meeting with VTB Bank CEO Andrei Kostin

2026-07-03T16:22:54+04:00

Vladimir Putin had a working meeting with President and Chairman of VTB Bank Management Board Andrei Kostin.

President of Russia Vladimir Putin: Good afternoon. Mr Kostin, the bank’s performance looks positive across all the main indicators. What would you like to highlight?

VTB CEO Andrei Kostin: Yes, Mr President, the performance looks positive. This year, we expect our profit to increase. Last year, it amounted to just over 500 billion rubles, and this year we are targeting more than 600 billion.

One area we are particularly proud of is that the bank remains focused on financing major industrial projects. These projects are moving forward, and there are quite a number of them.

I will begin with the largest one. We are the lead lender for the development of the Baimsky copper deposit in Chukotka. The project is estimated at 1.3 trillion rubles.

Vladimir Putin: Are we implementing this together with our Kazakhstani friends?

Andrei Kostin: Yes. An important point is that once the project reaches full capacity, Chukotka will no longer be a subsidised region but will become self-sufficient.

There are also other major projects. Construction of the Chernogorsk Mining and Processing Plant in Norilsk is nearing completion. There are also projects such as the Moscow–St Petersburg High-Speed Railway, as well as Gazprom’s Amur Gas Processing Plant, among others. So, despite the relatively high interest rates, these projects are continuing to move ahead and develop.

Of course, if we succeed in countering inflation and lowering the key interest rate, that will further accelerate these projects and make their implementation easier.

Overall, therefore, our outlook is positive. We continue to work actively with small and medium-sized businesses. We can see that, despite relatively modest growth rates, our economy remains stable and, overall, continues to develop.

Vladimir Putin: Good. Let us discuss this in more detail.

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Greetings to Head of the Republic of Altai Andrei Turchak and the residents of the republic

2026-07-03T12:36:59+04:00

Vladimir Putin sent a message of greetings to Head of the Republic of Altai Andrei Turchak and the residents of the republic on two significant dates – the 35th anniversary of the establishment of the republic and the 270th anniversary of the Altai people’s voluntary accession to Russia.

The message reads, in part:

“These events have become important milestones in the history of the republic and the lives of its people, and have helped preserve the rich cultural and spiritual traditions of their homeland.

It is gratifying that you deeply respect your heritage and the distinctive traditions of your ancestors, trying to contribute to the region’s development. Conditions are being created to attract large investments into the republic, major projects are being implemented in the economy and agriculture, transport infrastructure is being modernised, the pace of housing construction is growing, and modern jobs are being created. Of course, priority attention is being given to the tourism sector because Altai is rightfully famous for its unique nature, ample opportunities for recreation, health resorts, and interesting educational and sightseeing tours.

I am confident that you will continue to diligently fulfil the tasks set for the region for the benefit of the republic and the whole of Russia.”

Greetings to President of the Republic of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko

2026-07-02T17:50:18+04:00

Vladimir Putin sent greetings to President of the Republic of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko on the country’s national holiday, Independence Day of the Republic of Belarus.

The message reads, in part:

“This day is a cause for celebration and has special significance not only for Belarusians, but also for the Russian people, since this holiday has its roots in a glorious page from our shared history – the liberation of Minsk from Nazi invaders.

Forged during the harsh war years, the bonds of fraternal friendship and mutual support have been and still are serving as a solid foundation for enhancing allied relations between Russia and Belarus. Moscow and Minsk have been working together productively in all areas, coordinating their efforts in countering external threats and challenges.

I am convinced that by further expanding our multifaceted partnerships and reinforcing the Union State’s institutions, we will overcome any challenges with honour, protect our legitimate interests on the international stage and ensure a decent future for our people.

Please accept my heartfelt wishes of good health and success and convey my wishes of welfare and prosperity to the people of Belarus.”

Executive Order on temporary measures related to public trading of securities

2026-07-02T19:40:11+04:00

The President signed Executive Order On Temporary Measures Related to the Public Trading of Securities.

The Executive Order was signed in response to the unfriendly actions by the United States of America along with foreign states and international organisations, which run counter to international law and are aimed at imposing restrictive measures against citizens of the Russian Federation and Russian legal entities, in order to safeguard the national interests of the Russian Federation and in accordance with a number of federal laws.

The Executive Order specifies that the strategic joint-stock company which owns the Unified Gas Supply System (PJSC Gazprom) shall, until the end of July 2028, be exempt from the previously set requirements concerning the number of independent directors on its board of directors, without prejudice to its stock exchange listing tier.

Meeting with Kaliningrad Region Governor Alexei Besprozvannykh

2026-07-02T17:25:44+04:00

Ahead of the 80^th anniversary of the founding of the Kaliningrad Region, the President held a working meeting with the region’s Governor, Alexei Besprozvannykh.

President of Russia Vladimir Putin: Mr Besprozvannykh, we had a meeting just recently and discussed matters dealing with the socioeconomic development of the Kaliningrad Region at a Security Council meeting. Today’s meeting is taking place as we are preparing to celebrate the Kaliningrad Region’s 80^th anniversary. I would like to congratulate you and all residents of the region on this anniversary.

Let me note that by demonstrating hard work, talent, and dedication to serving their home region and our vast Russia, the people of the Kaliningrad Region have achieved serious and tangible results in promoting socioeconomic development in all its aspects. This includes science, manufacturing, education, and agriculture.

I would like to wish you and all residents of the region prosperity and further success. Of course, we will do everything we can to implement all the development plans for the Kaliningrad Region, including the ones discussed and agreed upon during the latest Security Council meeting.

Governor of the Kaliningrad Region Alexei Besprozvannykh: Mr President, thank you very much. I will make sure to convey your congratulations to the people of the Kaliningrad Region.

You have our deepest gratitude for the support the Kaliningrad Region has been receiving from you and the Government. Thank you for finding the time to have this meeting ahead of our main holiday which will take place on July 4 in our region. It is thanks to the victory forged by our grandfathers and great grandfathers, and the work of people who moved to this region and veterans who made the first steps in developing it, as well as today’s generation, of course, that the Kaliningrad Region is currently one of the most vibrant regions, and the numbers are there to prove this.

In keeping with my March report, we can see the positive trend continue. The region is also attractive for investors, both domestic and foreign. The region’s first budget was drafted in 1946, exactly 80 years ago. It provided for 88.5 million rubles in budget revenue and budget subsidies of 56 million while the total spending was 69 million. At the time, it was noted that the region underperformed in terms of its expenditure despite the fact that there were available budget funds for that. They did not have enough time to use these funds.

I would like to point out that the situation has radically changed. Today, the Kaliningrad Region has a consolidated budget exceeding 180 billion rubles, and we can see that all these funds are engaged. At the same time, federal budget subsidies have been declining. We aim to have this indicator at around 1.8 billion rubles by the end of 2026. In 2027, we plan it around 700 million rubles and strive to become an unsubsidised region by 2028.

We have made great strides in reducing public debt in recent years. This has been facilitated by a programme for socioeconomic development of the Kaliningrad Region that we’ve been actively implementing since 2014. The region has already invested 415 billion rubles in this programme to carry out 220 projects, including major ones under your supervision. This is a very important programme as it provides a clear and systemic blueprint for promoting regional development across all sectors.

For this reason, I would like to ask you to support the extension of this programme until 2036 so that we can work with the Government on preparing its key projects and initiatives.

Vladimir Putin: This does sound reasonable. I suggest that we dive into the details of this matter.

Alexei Besprozvannykh: Very well. Thank you.

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Greetings to Vnukovo International Airport staff and veterans

2026-07-01T19:01:58+04:00

The President congratulated the staff and veterans of the Vnukovo International Airport on its 85^th anniversary.

The message reads, in part:

“You are rightly proud of the bright pages in the history of a major Russian air transport hub, and many generations of predecessors, who contributed a lot to the development of civil aviation and the heroic combat chronicle of our Motherland.

It is delightful that today the airport personnel build on the established traditions and worthily resolves the demanding professional tasks, including servicing the flights of our country’s top officials, heads of foreign states and government, arriving in Russia’s capital. You aim to upgrade the company’s infrastructure, introduce advanced technology and equipment, carry out projects that are important for the transport industry and prioritise the safety of transportation of passengers and cargo. You do your work diligently and conscientiously. Such multifaceted and in-demand work deserves most profound recognition.”

Greetings to participants, organisers, and guests of the 12th St Petersburg International Oncology Forum White Nights 2026

2026-07-01T18:59:26+04:00

Vladimir Putin sent a message of greetings to the participants, organisers, and guests of the 12^th St Petersburg International Oncology Forum White Nights 2026.

The message reads, in part:

“Every year, leading scientists, physicians, heads of medical institutions, and representatives of public and charitable organisations from Russia and abroad convene here. They discuss pressing issues related to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oncological diseases, as well as the integration of advanced technologies into clinical practice.

This year’s forum is dedicated to the 150^th anniversary of the birth of Nikolai Petrov, the founder of the Russian national scientific school of oncology. It was largely thanks to his talent and selfless dedication that the renowned National Medical Research Centre of Oncology bearing his name was established.

I am confident that your meeting will proceed in a business-like atmosphere and that its resolutions will help enhance the effectiveness of the fight against dangerous diseases.”

Meeting with Security Council members

2026-07-01T15:54:21+04:00

The President held a briefing session with members of the Security Council.

The discussion focused on matters concerning the socioeconomic development of the Kaliningrad Region.

The meeting was attended by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, Federation Council Speaker Valentina Matviyenko, State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin, Deputy Chairman of the Security Council Dmitry Medvedev, Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office Anton Vaino, Secretary of the Security Council Sergei Shoigu, Presidential Aide Nikolai Patrushev, Defence Minister Andrei Belousov, Interior Minister Vladimir Kolokoltsev, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, Director of the Federal Security Service Alexander Bortnikov, Director of the Foreign Intelligence Service Sergei Naryshkin, as well as Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova, Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Northwestern Federal District Igor Rudenya, and Kaliningrad Region Governor Alexei Besprozvannykh.

Greetings to the team of Rossiya 24 television channel

2026-06-30T19:25:45+04:00

Vladimir Putin congratulated the team of the Rossiya 24 television channel on its 20^th anniversary.

The message reads, in part:

“Over the past two decades, your channel has firmly established itself as one of Russia’s leading media outlets, earned the trust of a broad audience, and become a reputable source of information on major events both at home and abroad.

I am pleased that, largely thanks to the professionalism, unity, and dedication of your creative team, Rossiya 24 continues to develop with confidence, embrace new broadcasting formats, and maintain the highest standards of journalism. I would also like to highlight the channel’s important role in strengthening Russia’s unified information space and supporting the effective work of regional state television and radio broadcasters.

I am confident that you will continue to meet the challenges ahead, make a creative contribution to the development of Russian television journalism, and preserve and build upon its finest traditions.”

Meeting of interdepartmental working group on countering illegal financial transactions

2026-07-01T15:49:26+04:00

Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office Anton Vaino chaired a regular meeting (via videoconference) of the interdepartmental working group on countering illegal financial transactions.

The discussion focused on measures aimed at improving the administration of distrained, confiscated, and other seized property subject to conversion into state ownership in accordance with Russian legislation.

Reports were delivered by representatives of the Finance Ministry, the Accounts Chamber, the Prosecutor General’s Office, the Federal Agency for State Property Management (Rosimushchestvo), the Federal Bailiff Service, the Supreme Court, and the Interior Ministry.

The meeting participants approved proposals submitted by Rosfinmonitoring, the Prosecutor General’s Office, the Interior Ministry, and the Supreme Court to better detect, investigate and prevent crimes related to legalisation (laundering) of criminal proceeds.

Based on the information and analytics provided by the Finance Ministry, the Bank of Russia and Rosfinmonitoring, the meeting worked out and approved a set of additional measures on countering illegal financial transactions involving digital currencies (cryptocurrencies) and state regulation in terms of managing their circulation.

Following the meeting, specific instructions and recommendations have been issued to federal government agencies concerning interaction, information exchange, as well as drafting proposals to amend certain regulations of the Russian Federation.