"Liverpool" has agreed to a $54 million deal for Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez, who will soon undergo a medical. Kerkez is set to sign a five-year contract and will join "Liverpool", who are also close to signing Florian Wirtz for 100 million pounds.
The Swiss People's Party proposes to revoke the protection status S for Ukrainian refugees, arguing for the stability of some territories in Ukraine. More than 69,000 Ukrainians are in Switzerland with status S, two-thirds of whom depend on assistance.
Ministry of Youth and Sports of Ukraine, Sports Committee of Ukraine, and Underwater Sports Federation called for the suspension of Russian "neutral" athletes Kateryna Mykhailushkina and Oleksii Fedkin from participating in the XII World Games in Chengdu, China. It has been established that the mentioned athletes and their coach are members of the Central Sports Club of the Russian Army.
Atesh partisans report the replacement of the 28th motorized rifle regiment of the Russian Federation due to heavy losses and the occupiers' preparations for assault operations. The command of the 24th motorized rifle regiment forces servicemen to buy scooters for assault due to the shortage of armored vehicles.
European and Iranian foreign ministers met to assess Tehran's readiness for talks on a new, strengthened nuclear deal. This happened amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, with the United States expressing readiness for direct contacts with Iran.
Ukraine signed a trilateral agreement with Italy and UNDP for 1. 5 million euros for humanitarian demining. The funds will be used to clear agricultural lands, restore infrastructure, and economic activity in the liberated territories.
More than 45% of Russian officers from the reserve units of the Southern Military District avoid the front, remaining in the rear without legal grounds. The HUR recorded a massive transfer of officers to the rear, which indicates the demoralization of the Russian army command.
Linguist Oleksandr Avramenko, the "millionaire teacher," has returned to the public sphere with a post about a bee and a fly. This is his first publication since rumors of his departure abroad.
China has become a key supplier to the Kremlin's war machine, reflected in the use of Chinese components in Shahed drones and other weapons. This enables the aggressor to intensify shelling of Ukraine, despite Western sanctions and Beijing's public statements.
In the south of Ukraine and Dnipropetrovsk region, the number of bites from venomous spiders, such as karakurts, tarantulas, and yellow sac spiders, has increased. Their bites cause severe pain, convulsions, respiratory problems, and allergic reactions, which in rare cases can be fatal.
A large-scale operation "Orange Shield" has begun in The Hague to ensure the security of the NATO summit. 27,000 police officers and 10,000 soldiers are involved, streets are blocked and traffic is restricted.
The White House spokesperson confirmed that US envoy Steve Wittekoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi were in contact by phone. Contacts are ongoing, and six rounds of negotiations have taken place.
US President Donald Trump will decide on possible strikes against Iran within two weeks. The decision depends on the chances of success of negotiations with Tehran. The Iranian leadership has warned the US about serious consequences of military intervention.
An investigation has been initiated in Odesa into the murder of 7-year-old Solomiya Tarasyuk. The child's body was found in a basement. The suspect has been detained.
IMF warns Europe of stagnation risk without urgent measures. Slowing growth and barriers in the single market are holding back the economy. Deeper EU market and budget increase are proposed.
A 50-year-old man died while at the Stryi TCC. He was brought in due to the absence of military registration documents. The preliminary cause of death is a heart attack.
The Ukrainian MFA Head Andriy Sybiga noted that Russia is hypocritical in its attempts to save Iran's nuclear capabilities while condemning strikes in the Middle East, simultaneously attacking Ukraine.
The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on the evening of June 20 at Ukraine's request due to large-scale Russian attacks. Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga called for a principled stance from member states.
For the second year in a row, Ukraine ranks first in the world for the quality of fixed internet. As revealed by a recent study from the Ministry of Digital Transformation, the absolute majority of Ukrainians are satisfied with the quality of mobile communication in the country.
Over 800,000 sole proprietors have already been registered through the "Diia" portal in Ukraine. The procedure takes only a few clicks and is considered the fastest in the world.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a bill that updates the tools of public-private partnership. The law is designed to attract investment for the reconstruction and development of the defense industry complex.
For 12 days, the fire at a civilian enterprise in the Kyiv district of Kharkiv, which was hit by a Russian strike on June 7, continued to be extinguished. The bodies of six civilians were found during the debris removal.
Ukraine is preparing a new stage of prisoner exchange with Russia. Recently, a group of severely wounded and seriously ill soldiers, most of whom are defenders of Mariupol, returned from Russian captivity.
Rumors about a breakup between singer Katy Perry and actor Orlando Bloom are gaining momentum. The couple, engaged since 2019, is experiencing serious difficulties, as evidenced by statements from close friends and Perry's absence of her engagement ring.
A large-scale reconstruction of Hlybochytska Street is underway in Kyiv, including the replacement of road surface and tram tracks. The work began on March 1, and half of the 1750-meter tram tracks have already been completely replaced.
The European Public Prosecutor's Office is investigating the possible embezzlement of €7. 4 million intended for military aid to Ukraine. Eight people have been detained, including four Slovak Ministry of Defence officials.
Mobile communication and internet have been unavailable for over a week in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, particularly in Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia regions. The CNS believes this is a step by the occupiers to suppress resistance and conceal crimes.
The IAEA cannot confirm the location of 409 kg of uranium, enriched to near weapons-grade, due to fighting. Inspections have been suspended, and the exact location of the material is unknown.
Law enforcement officers have detained four individuals who, on the orders of Russian special services, carried out sabotage operations in Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Ternopil regions. The offenders set fire to military vehicles and railway and energy facilities.
The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas, stated that if Europe does not strengthen its aid to Ukraine, Europeans will have to learn Russian. She emphasized that Ukraine is Europe's shield, and support is necessary for the security of both Ukraine and the EU itself.