Law enforcement officers conducted the second stage of the anti-drug special operation "Rubicon", eliminating drug laboratories and seizing almost 90 kg of drug products. The value of the seized drugs at black market prices is almost 70 million hryvnias.
On the night of June 19, Russia attacked Ukraine with 90 drones. The defense forces shot down or suppressed 79 drones, and 9 UAVs were recorded as hits.
The enemy attacked public transport in the Korabelny district, damaging two buses. As a result of the first strike, five people were injured, the second attack resulted in no casualties.
Andy Burnham won a convincing victory in the Makerfield by-election with 54. 8% of the vote. This increases pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is being called upon to resign.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate for June 19 at UAH 44. 9125/USD, weakening the currency by 11 kopecks. The euro exchange rate was UAH 51.4563/EUR, strengthening the hryvnia by 47 kopecks.
EU leaders confirmed unwavering support for Ukraine and expect the first payment of 90 billion euros loan by the end of June. They are also determined to increase pressure on russia and welcome progress in establishing a Special Tribunal.
EU leaders at the summit in Brussels decided to extend economic sanctions against Russia for 12 months. The sanctions include restrictions on trade, finance, energy, and transport.
As a result of Russia's morning attack on Pavlohrad, an 8-year-old girl was killed, and another person was injured. The enemy also attacked three districts of Dnipropetrovsk region with artillery and drones.
On June 19, variable cloudiness is expected in Ukraine, with light brief rain in places in the southeast and during the day in the western and northern regions. Temperature at night 11-16°, during the day 22-27°.
As a result of the attack of Russian UAVs on civilian vessels in the Black Sea, a sailor was killed, 5 more were wounded. Kuleba called it terrorism and proof of the rf's war against shipping.
The clause on accelerating Ukraine's accession to the EU was removed from the EU summit declaration at the initiative of Hungary's new Prime Minister Péter Magyar. He announced this on June 19.
Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov reported nine victims as a result of the KAB strike on the Kholodnohirskyi district. Among the victims are four children.
The NATO Secretary General stated that Putin must decide whether he is ready for negotiations. Currently, Russia is spending nearly half of its budget on defense.
The coalition agreement provides for the long-term deployment of US units and defense spending at 5% of GDP. The government will also continue its support for Ukraine.
In June, Ukraine expects about 13 billion dollars in aid, including under the ERA and USL programs. The NBU forecasts growth in reserves and coverage of the budget deficit.
Inflation will rise at the end of the year due to high energy prices and labor shortages. The NBU forecasts a return to a steady slowdown in prices only in 2027.
The NBU has maintained the key policy rate at 15% for the third consecutive time. The regulator is ready to increase the rate to control inflation in the event of rising price pressure.
The bodies of 522 deceased individuals have been returned to Ukraine as a result of repatriation efforts. Specialists will conduct forensic examinations and identification of the repatriated bodies.
A 'Point of Invincibility' was opened in Bukovyna due to bus queues. Modernization is underway at the Vylok checkpoint, which will cause delays.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the intention to open all six negotiation clusters regarding EU accession in the coming weeks. Currently, the first cluster is open.
A man was killed and nine people were wounded due to the morning shelling of Dnipro. An enterprise was damaged, and eight of the victims are currently in the hospital.
The Pentagon chief noted the successes of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the funding of Ukraine's defense by allies through PURL. This approach by Trump should become the basis for achieving peace.
Germany will allocate $400 million for Patriot missiles and air defense ammunition. This was announced by Boris Pistorius during a meeting of NATO ministers.
Belgium will transfer seven F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine by the end of this year. Three aircraft will defend the skies, while four will be used as spare parts.
The AFU struck the Moscow Oil Refinery, the Gukovo oil depot, and strategic bridges of the occupiers. The destruction of dozens of fuel tanks on Russian territory has been confirmed.
Sybiha commented on the strike against the Moscow Oil Refinery on the night of June 18. He advised Muscovites to ask Putin about the timeline for ending the war of aggression.
Sony has released a trailer for the film Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The premiere of the movie about a new threat to the hero is scheduled for July 31.
Zelenskyy confirmed a second strike on the Moscow Oil Refinery, as well as targets in the Rostov region and the temporarily occupied territories. The strikes were a response to Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities.
Syrskyi approved the development plan for the NCO corps of the Armed Forces of Ukraine until 2027. The reform will expand the powers of sergeants and change their training system.
Rutte discussed with Zelenskyy the supply of air defense systems and Russian losses of 35,000 personnel monthly. The NATO Secretary General noted the importance of US assistance.
