Zelensky announced synchronization of sanctions with the West and decisions on international conventions.

In an evening address on June 29, 2025, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced important decisions of the state and losses among defenders. The head of state signed a decree posthumously awarding the title of Hero of Ukraine to pilot Maksym Ustymenko.

The Ukrainian pilot was killed as a result of a Russian attack that included over 500 strike drones and missiles. Most targets were destroyed by air defense forces. Noting the heroism of the fallen, Zelensky expressed condolences to his family and comrades.

Furthermore, the president announced Ukraine's withdrawal from the anti-personnel mine convention due to the massive use of anti-personnel mines by Russia. 'Russia cynically uses anti-personnel mines, making them an indispensable tool of defense,' explained Zelensky. Additionally, it was announced that Ukrainian sanctions would be fully synchronized with European ones, as well as the preparation of new decisions with partners regarding the protection and resilience of Ukraine.

In the address of the President of Ukraine, important decisions and losses among defenders were announced. Zelensky signed a decree to posthumously award the title of Hero of Ukraine to pilot Maksym Ustymenko, who died as a result of a Russian attack. It was also announced that the country would withdraw from the anti-personnel mine convention and prepare new decisions with partners to protect Ukraine.