Leaders of states, heads of foreign ministries, defense ministries, and embassies from around the world have responded to Russia’s large-scale assault on Ukraine on the night of July 1-2.
This is reported by Ukrinform.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Latvia, Baiba Braže, expressed solidarity with the Ukrainian people on the social network X following the night attack by the Russian Federation.
“Full solidarity with the people of Ukraine after yesterday’s barbaric attacks by Russia. Russia must be compelled to peace through maximum pressure, including sanctions, and continuous support for Ukraine,” Braže wrote.
The head of the Latvian Foreign Ministry also assured continued support for Ukraine’s self-defense from Latvia.
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The Minister of Defense of the Netherlands, Dilan Yeşilgöz-Zegerius, reacted to the night Russian shelling and stated that “peace is not achieved by rewarding aggression.”
“Putin’s brutality knows no bounds. Terrible images from Ukraine after another night of Russian air terror. Again, many dead and wounded, including children. Peace is not achieved by rewarding aggression. It can only be achieved by making Ukraine strong,” wrote Yeşilgöz-Zegerius on the social network X.
De bruutheid van Poetin kent geen grenzen. Verschrikkelijke beelden uit Oekraïne na weer een nacht vol Russische luchtterreur. Opnieuw veel doden en gewonden, ook kinderen. Vrede bereik je niet door agressie te belonen, maar door Oekraïne sterk te houden. pic.twitter.com/S5x9Gyn3ZQ
— Dilan Yeşilgöz-Zegerius (@DefensieMin) July 2, 2026
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The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, Tom Berendsen, called Russia’s attack on the Ukrainian capital on Thursday night unacceptable.
“Kyiv was once again subjected to a brutal attack tonight, and this is absolutely unacceptable. The Netherlands condemns this aggression and expresses full solidarity with Ukraine. Russia must stop the war, but instead chooses even more violence. We will continue to support Ukraine and increase pressure on Russia,” wrote Berendsen on the social network X.
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The Ambassador of Lithuania to Ukraine, Inga Stanyte-Toločkienė, commented on the massive night attack by the Russian army on Ukraine, noting that Russia “turns nights into waves of civilian killings.”
“There are natural disasters: earthquakes, storms, floods – things humanity cannot always prevent. And then there is Russia, which turns nights into waves of civilian killings,” wrote Stanyte-Toločkienė on the social network X.
There are natural disasters: earthquakes, storms, floods, things humanity cannot always prevent. And then there is 🇷🇺, turning nights into civilian killing sprees.
Kyiv is in smoke: at least 10 people killed, 56 injured, rescuers still searching under rubble for survivors. pic.twitter.com/R3xddd5NyU
— Inga Tolockiene (@IngaTolockiene) July 2, 2026
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The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Estonia, Margus Tsahkna, emphasized the need to increase pressure on Russia after the Russian Federation’s attack on Kyiv on Thursday night.
“This is a European capital engulfed in flames, where civilians died overnight because the Kremlin still refuses to abandon its imperial ambitions,” wrote Tsahkna on the social network X, describing photos of the aftermath of the shelling in Kyiv.
This is a European capital in flames, with civilians killed overnight, because the Kremlin still refuses to abandon its imperial ambitions.
To change this, Ukraine needs the military means to defend its people, while pressure on Russia must continue to increase until aggression… pic.twitter.com/QQtbryezkC
— Margus Tsahkna (@Tsahkna) July 2, 2026
The head of the Estonian Foreign Ministry noted that Ukraine needs military means to change the situation.
“To change this situation, Ukraine needs military means to defend its people, and pressure on Russia must increase until aggression becomes impossible to continue,” wrote Tsahkna.
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The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Finland, Elina Valtonen, stated her support for Ukraine after the Russian attack.
“Horrible images from Kyiv. Last night, Russia once again struck civilian infrastructure, demonstrating blatant disregard for human life. Finland expresses respect for the courage and resilience of the Ukrainian people. We support Ukraine,” wrote Valtonen on the social network X.
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The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy, Antonio Tajani, also condemned the latest missile and drone attack by the Russian Federation on Ukraine on the night of July 2 and expressed solidarity with the Ukrainian people, who have become victims of unacceptable violence.
“I most strongly condemn the new attack by the Russian Federation that took place last night in Ukraine, once again causing deaths and injuries,” the minister wrote on the social network X.
He added that the Russian Federation must stop these attacks and act as a responsible player in the international community.
“The Italian government will continue to strongly support Kyiv until a just and lasting peace is achieved,” the official noted.
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania expressed solidarity with Ukraine after the attack by the Russian Federation.
“Romania stands in solidarity with Ukraine after another terrible night of Russian attacks on Kyiv, targeting residential areas and critical infrastructure, resulting in civilian casualties,” the Foreign Ministry stated.
Deliberate attacks by the Russian Federation on civilians are unacceptable and must cease. Those responsible must be held accountable, the ministry said.
As noted, Romania will continue to support Ukraine and work with its partners to strengthen Ukraine’s ability to defend itself and engage Russia in negotiations. Escalation and brinkmanship by Russia only show one thing: the Russian Federation is not achieving its initial goals for aggression, and the situation is turning against Moscow.
“The international community must redouble its efforts to support international law, accountability, and a just and lasting peace,” the Romanian Foreign Ministry added.
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The President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, Petra Bayr, noted after the attack by Russian troops on Kyiv that the Russian Federation is once again terrorizing the civilian population.
“Kyiv experienced another night of brutal Russian attacks using drones and missiles, including on residential buildings. While Ukraine acts in self-defense and strikes military targets, Russia is again attacking civilians and terrorizing the population. I stand in full solidarity with the people of Ukraine,” she wrote.
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The European Commissioner for Neighborhood and Enlargement, Marta Kos, noted that “Russia spent the night shelling Kyiv with missiles and drones. People died in their homes. Among the dozens of wounded are children. EU staff had to be evacuated to shelters.”
She added that “our condemnation must be backed by firm support. Ukraine needs the means for self-defense and a credible path to EU membership.”
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The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Norway, Espen Barth Eide, condemned the Russian attack on Ukraine on Thursday night.
“I condemn Russia’s attack on Ukraine last night, which again hit civilian objects, resulting in many deaths and injuries. Russia’s attacks on the civilian population are deeply concerning. Our thoughts are with the victims and all those affected. Norway remains unwavering in its support for Ukraine,” wrote Eide on the social network X.
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The President of Moldova, Maia Sandu, assured Ukraine of strong support following the massive shelling of the Ukrainian capital by Russia.
“Another brutal Russian attack on Kyiv, resulting in civilians killed in their own homes. I express my deepest condolences to the families of the victims. Moldova firmly supports Ukraine. Holding perpetrators accountable for these crimes, increasing pressure on Russia, and strengthening support for Ukraine – this should be the world’s reaction,” wrote Sandu on the social network X.
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The Prime Minister of Moldova, Alexandru Munteanu, also condemned the massive attack by the Russian army on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities.
“Another night of Russian missiles and drones. More innocent victims. More destroyed homes. We strongly condemn Russia’s latest massive attack on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities. There are no justifications for attacks targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure. My thoughts are with the victims and their families. The Republic of Moldova firmly supports Ukraine,” he wrote on the social network X.
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Moldova expressed full solidarity with the people of Ukraine on the social network X “after another terrible attack by Russia on civilians.”
“Moldova reaffirms its unwavering support for Ukraine and for a just and lasting peace,” the ministry’s post stated.
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The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Moldova, Mihai Popșoi, published a separate post reacting to the Russian shelling on the night of July 2, calling on the international community for unity in supporting Ukraine.
“This barbarism must stop. The international community must remain united in supporting Ukraine to achieve a just and lasting peace!” wrote Popșoi on the social network X.
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The President of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel, condemned the attack by the Russian army on civilian objects in Ukraine. He noted that instead of accepting repeated proposals for negotiations to conclude peace, Russia attacked residential buildings and a medical facility in Kyiv at night.
“The true nature of Russian aggression has once again become apparent. I condemn this attack on civilian objects. I support further steps to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense and welcome the fact that the government’s mandate at the NATO summit in Ankara also includes further support for Ukraine,” wrote Pavel on the social network X.
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The German Federal Foreign Office condemned Russia’s strikes on Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine, The Guardian reports.
“We most strongly condemn Russia’s massive air strikes on Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine last night. The shocking images of destruction from last night once again demonstrate that Russia continues its illegal aggressive war against Ukraine with unremitting brutality,” the statement from the German Foreign Ministry reads.
The German Foreign Ministry emphasized that Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin shows no readiness for negotiations and continues to use terror with missiles and drones against the Ukrainian population, “while Russia suffers huge losses on the front lines during its aggression against Ukraine.”
“Therefore, Germany, together with its partners, is increasing pressure on Russia even further. We will continue to support Ukraine in its fight for self-defense. This support will also be one of the main topics at the NATO summit next week in Ankara,” the ministry assured.
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The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reacting to another Russian strike on Ukraine, stated that the suffering of civilians in Ukraine is the only consequence of the criminal policy of the Russian Federation.
“There are things that leave no room for doubt: Russia bears responsibility for the further attacks on the civilian population. We did not agree and will never agree with such actions,” the ministry emphasized.
As Ukrinform reported, the Air Defense Forces neutralized 48 Russian missiles and 476 drones of various types on the night of July 2.
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