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Ukraine received a diplomatic note from Belarus regarding the regime for visiting the border zone. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine reported that Minsk cited already invalid documents.
The Russian ruble weakened to its lowest level in two months amid a stock market decline and growing demand for foreign currency. The reason is cited as the need to purchase imported gasoline due to the fuel crisis in Russia.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha stated that Belarus has been officially warned about a mirror response in case of provocations. Ukraine received a diplomatic note from Minsk regarding the regime of visits to the border zone.
Russia-appointed "head" of Crimea Sergei Aksyonov announced the signing of decrees on a regional state of emergency. The decision was made to regulate economic issues and ensure the livelihood of the population.
From July 1, 2026, the EU abolishes the duty exemption for parcels up to 150 euros and introduces a temporary fee of 3 euros for each commodity sub-item in the declaration. The new rules will be in effect until July 1, 2028, reported the director of "Nova Poshta", Olga Kalnytska.
The Dormition Cathedral of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, damaged by Russian drones, has been conserved. Ukraine is preparing to restore the cathedral with the support of international partners.
President Zelenskyy stated that Belarus, under Russian influence, is building roads and bases near Ukraine's border. Ukraine has sent signals to Minsk regarding the inadmissibility of such actions.
President Zelenskyy stated that intelligence has obtained documents about the daily deepening of the fuel and logistics crisis in occupied Crimea. Similar problems are also recorded in other regions of the Russian Federation.
Military expert Oleksandr Kovalenko stated that the liberation of Crimea is impossible without the de-occupation of Kherson region and Zaporizhzhia. According to him, due to strikes on logistics, the Russian group may find itself in a critical situation as early as August-September.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the transfer of three seized diesel locomotives of the Belarusian Railway to the management of "Ukrzaliznytsia". The locomotives will be used for the needs of Ukrainian infrastructure until the completion of criminal proceedings.
In the Diia app, 328,788 Ukrainians chose a postage stamp for Independence Day. The winning work is "Stork.Freedom", dedicated to the enslaved and missing persons.
Over a little more than a day, 17 people died in the waters of Ukraine, including nine children. Another four people, among them three children, are being searched for in three regions.
The Netherlands will provide Ukraine with €178 million for preparation for the 2026/2027 heating season. Also, in the fall, Ukraine will receive decommissioned gas turbines to strengthen the energy system.
The Ukrainian military confirmed strikes on the "Vladimir" Space Communications Center and the Orenburg Gas Processing Plant. Significant damage was recorded at the facilities, and the operation of the gas processing plant has been halted.
The Southern Defense Forces forced the Russian occupiers to retreat from positions on the Kinburn Spit. The state flag of Ukraine has been installed over one of the buildings. At the same time, it is not about establishing full control over the Kinburn Spit or liberating the territory.
The mayor of one of the communities in Obukhiv district was notified of suspicion of seizing water fund lands and embezzling budget funds. The total amount of damages exceeds UAH 75 million.
Denmark will transfer an additional 15,000 long-range artillery rounds to Ukraine after revising the format of aid. Part of the ammunition has already arrived in Ukraine.
Russia plans large-scale import of gasoline from India due to fuel crisis. The fuel deficit in the country reaches about 20% of domestic demand.
Ukrainian users are massively canceling Netflix after the service acquired new seasons of the Russian animated series "Masha and the Bear". On social media, they are posting screenshots of deleted accounts and urging the company to review its policy regarding Russian content.
The Kremlin plans that the newly elected State Duma deputies will call on Putin to mobilize. Russian officials deny preparing a new wave of mobilization.
The price of Brent crude fell more than 4% to $73. 76 per barrel, the lowest since February 27. The decline is linked to expectations of normalized supplies through the Strait of Hormuz and a relaxation of US sanctions against Iran.
Russian propaganda is spreading false information about allegedly 2. 4 million dead and missing Ukrainian servicemen. The CPD stated that these figures are fabricated and exceed the total size of the army.
Technical talks between the US and Iran will resume next week after a brief pause. The memorandum of understanding created the basis for further negotiations.
The United States conducted the first successful test of the "Golden Dome" missile defense program. The DDAD system autonomously detected and destroyed all aerial targets.
Qatar expects to resume normal LNG production within a few weeks after stabilization of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The Prime Minister stated that QatarEnergy is preparing to return to full operation after the agreements between the US and Iran.
General Christopher Donahue, who coordinated support for Ukraine, will leave his post in the summer. His departure is linked to Pentagon reform.
Russian troops attacked the civilian infrastructure of Konotop with drones, damaging the cinema building. The number of injured has risen to four, including a teenager, two women, and a man.
In May 2026, the EU new passenger car market increased by 3. 2% to 955 thousand. The biggest growth was recorded in the electric car segment — by 42.9%.
Russian propaganda resources spread a fake about the capture of the village of Ivolzhanske in Sumy region. The Defense Forces of Ukraine fully control this settlement.
According to the State Tax Service, the processing industry provided 17. 9% of tax revenues to the consolidated budget. Trade took second place with a share of 16.3%.