European Union leaders have not reached an agreement on the 18th package of sanctions against Russia. Slovakia opposed it, which led to the postponement of discussions.
The French government plans to cut spending by nearly €5 billion this year to meet its budget deficit target. This decision was made due to high government spending, despite stable tax revenues.
President Zelenskyy confirmed another exchange of prisoners with the Russian Federation. Soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the National Guard, and the State Border Guard Service were returned, most of whom had been in captivity since 2022.
Another stage of the exchange of prisoners between Russia and Ukraine took place within the framework of the Istanbul agreements. The exchange was parity-based, work on it continues, Russian media report.
Since the beginning of the day, 79 combat clashes have taken place at the front. The enemy is actively operating in the Pokrovsk, Lyman, and Novopavlivka directions, and fighting continues.
Peskov stated that the dates for the third round of negotiations in Istanbul will be determined after the completion of the prisoner exchange. He also noted that "peace through strength" does not apply to Russia, but it is interested in the US efforts regarding Ukraine.
The Parliament of Georgia is adopting amendments to the law on defamation, which strengthen the rules and shift the burden of proof to the defendant. Critics fear restrictions on freedom of speech, while the authorities declare a fight against unfounded insults.
In the Lviv region, near the village of Krasiv, a road accident occurred involving a patrol car and an underage pedestrian. The injured person was hospitalized, and the circumstances of the incident are being investigated.
PACE adopted a resolution on a just energy transition, including amendments on Russian aggression against Ukrainian energy. The resolution condemns Russia's attacks on civilian infrastructure and calls on the world to support Ukraine in restoring a sustainable energy system.
Since the beginning of the day, 118 combat clashes have taken place at the front, the enemy has carried out 4126 shellings and used 1129 kamikaze drones. The most intense fighting continues in the Pokrovsk direction, where the Defense Forces neutralized 216 occupiers and destroyed a significant amount of equipment.
The eastern part of Iranian airspace is open again for flights. The western half of the country remains closed, with the exception of international and some domestic flights requiring permission.
Ukraine is preparing to sign an agreement with the Council of Europe on the establishment of a Special Tribunal regarding the crime of aggression against Ukraine. This tribunal will hold the political and military leadership of Russia, including Putin, accountable.
Since the beginning of the day, 72 combat clashes have been recorded at the front. In the Pokrovsk direction, the occupiers tried to break through 31 times, fighting continues.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the Prime Minister of New Zealand, Christopher Luxon. They discussed investments in the production of military equipment in Ukraine and an initiative against Iranian "Shaheds".
World leaders gathered for dinner with the Dutch Royal Family. President Zelenskyy is seated at a separate table from Trump, who sat with key allies.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, thanking him for his support of Ukraine. They discussed the issue of Russian aggression and the need to increase sanctions pressure.
The Presidents of Ukraine and France, Zelenskyy and Macron, coordinated steps to increase pressure on Russia and increase support for Ukraine. Strengthening air defense, increasing the number of "Mirage" aircraft and the production of drones were discussed.
Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak emphasized the positive signals of the first day of the NATO summit, in particular the support of Ukraine and the awareness of the Russian threat. He also stressed the need for further deliveries of air defense systems, weapons and strengthening sanctions against Russia.
US President Donald Trump has arrived in Amsterdam to attend the NATO summit. He will hold meetings and a dinner with leaders of member countries.
PACE adopted a resolution confirming that Crimea is Ukraine and calling for the creation of a Special Tribunal, regardless of negotiations. The document also provides for new accusations from the ICC and compensation for damages since 2014.
Russian attack damages OCU Dnipro Theological Seminary, destroying its church, educational facilities, dormitory, and faculty residences. Since the war began, over 600 religious buildings have been affected by Russian shelling.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with EU and NATO leaders to coordinate efforts. Issues of strengthening Ukraine, defense cooperation, negotiations on EU membership, and new sanctions against the Russian Federation were discussed.
The number of victims in Dnipropetrovsk region as a result of the Russian attack has increased to over 200 people, 17 of whom died. The police recorded damage to over 220 cars, a children's hospital, a kindergarten, a nine-story building, and an enterprise.
The Main Directorate of Intelligence, together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, successfully evacuated 31 citizens of Ukraine from the Islamic Republic of Iran. This operation ensured the return of Ukrainians to their homeland.
The International Commission on Missing Persons has extended the collection of DNA samples from Ukrainians in the Baltic and Northern European countries until July 18, 2025. This applies to relatives of persons missing as a result of Russian aggression.
Since the beginning of the day, 127 combat engagements have taken place, the enemy used 1004 kamikaze drones and launched 4252 shelling attacks. Ukrainian defenders are steadfastly holding back the invaders' pressure in all directions.
As a result of the Russian attack on Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi Lyceum, the death toll has risen: a 60-year-old school cafeteria worker died in the hospital. Eight injured, including two teenagers, remain hospitalized.
On June 23, Iran launched missile attacks on American military bases in Qatar and Iraq in response to US attacks on its nuclear facilities. The White House is monitoring threats, and Qatar has temporarily closed its airspace due to rising tensions.
In Kyiv, four people injured in the overnight enemy attack remain in hospitals, including two children and a pregnant woman.
Since the beginning of the day, 74 combat engagements have taken place at the front. Battles continue in the Pokrovsk, Toretsk, and Novopavlivka directions.
