Antonina Tumanova
As reported by the head of the "Servant of the People" faction, on June 18, the Rada will meet to unblock the bill on army funding. The meeting was initiated by the Minister of Defense of Ukraine, Mykhailo Fedorov.
Zelenskyy discussed food security and investments with the President of Kenya. The leaders agreed on developing relations in the agricultural sector and education.
Russian frigate opened fire on the yacht Bright Future due to its proximity in the English Channel. Following the shots, the British vessel changed course; there were no casualties.
The General Staff reports strikes on 16 major oil refineries and the loss of 30% of Russia's capacity. Due to fuel shortages, the enemy has introduced a rationing system and limits at gas stations.
Modi and Carney plan to sign a trade agreement by the end of the year. The parties aim to double trade turnover between the countries in response to new US tariffs.
Zelenskyy and Starmer discussed the restoration of the Lavra and the strengthening of air defense. Britain is introducing sanctions against the Russian shadow fleet and supporting Ukraine.
Zelenskyy discussed the continuation of support for Ukraine with IMF Managing Director Georgieva. The parties agreed on cooperation and noted the success of the Fund's mission.
A drone strike damaged a unit at the Gazprom Neft plant, which accounts for 53% of its capacity. Reuters sources report a complete shutdown of the refinery's operations.
Unmanned Systems Forces struck the "Bordel" hub in Donetsk and five radar stations in Crimea. Fire Point drones were used for the attacks on the occupiers' facilities.
A court has sentenced Volodymyr Saldo in absentia to 15 years for the theft of 3,000 tons of grain. This is the third verdict against the collaborator for crimes against national security.
Trump supported missile aid for Ukraine, while Zelenskyy called on the EU to create a joint air defense system. Kyiv seeks to obtain licenses for the production of Patriot missiles.
Tetiana Berezhna called on UNESCO to officially recognize Russia as guilty of destroying heritage. The organization records the destruction but does not specify the perpetrator of the attacks.
Direct damage to culture amounts to 4 billion euros, and indirect damage is 24 billion dollars. 1,913 monuments and 2,573 cultural infrastructure objects have been damaged.
In the Polish city of Biała Podlaska, 44-year-old artist Semen Skrepetskyi was shot dead. A suspect, a citizen of Belarus, was detained near the consulate.
Since the beginning of the day, 192 battles took place; the enemy launched 70 missiles and 157 guided aerial bombs. Over 6,200 drone attacks and 2,085 shellings of AFU positions were recorded.
A US Air Force aircraft crashed at Edwards Airfield shortly after takeoff on Monday. Rescue teams are working at the scene; information regarding casualties is currently being clarified.
Zelenskyy welcomed the opening of the first cluster of negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU. The President urged partners not to delay the opening of other stages.
A UAV strike on the Kharkiv zoo killed 10 rabbits and damaged enclosures. An elephant suffered stress; the prosecutor's office has launched an investigation into the commission of a war crime.
The parties have begun discussing a block of issues regarding the rule of law, justice, and public procurement. This stage will determine the overall pace of EU accession.
Fedorov discussed the transformation of the Defense Forces and new contracts with the military. The next stage of the reform will change the recruitment and mobilization system.
Donald Trump is doubting his participation in the signing of a peace agreement regarding Iran on Friday. U.S. Vice President JD Vance may attend the event instead.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with Patriarch Bartholomew at the Chisinau airport. They discussed Russian strikes on the Lavra and the Patriarch's upcoming visit.
The U. S. President announced the signing of a memorandum with Iran on Friday for the full reopening of the strait. Trump noted that vessels are already heading out to sea.
A drone attack by the Russian Federation caused an enclosure to catch fire at the Kharkiv zoo, resulting in the deaths of animals. Rescuers extinguished the fire and evacuated the inhabitants of the vivarium.
Geneva police checked 550 people and detained three activists during anti-G7 demonstrations. Security forces used tear gas and water cannons against the crowd.
Ukraine is convening the UN Security Council and taking relevant steps within UNESCO due to massive attacks on cities and heritage. As a result of Russian strikes, buildings of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra were damaged.
Ukraine has begun negotiations on the EU's fundamental cluster. The other five packages could be opened within a few weeks following the decision of the member states.
A strike on a zoo in the Shevchenkivskyi district has been recorded in Kharkiv due to a Russian attack. Enclosures were damaged, and there is information regarding injured animals.
Heorhii Tykhyi criticized UNESCO for failing to name Russia as the party responsible for the attack on the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs demands an international response to the aggressor's actions.
U. S. President Donald Trump has arrived in France for the G7 summit. He will meet with Emmanuel Macron and participate in a working dinner for the leaders.