Pavlo Bashynskyi
President Zelenskyy stated that repeaters for adjusting Russian drone attacks on Ukraine are operating on the territory of Belarus. He called on Lukashenko to turn them off within a week, otherwise the Armed Forces of Ukraine will do it.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee recommended adopting draft law No. 15262, which provides for a corporate income tax rate for banks of 50% for 2026-2027. This will be the fourth tax increase for banks.
In Zakarpattia, six officials have been notified of suspicion for the illegal use of over 220 hectares of state forest for the residence of former MP Medvedchuk. The value of the land is estimated at 2.5 billion hryvnias.
Macron convinced Trump to support Ukraine after Zelenskyy showed a photo of the damaged Assumption Cathedral in Kyiv. G7 leaders adapted their messages to Trump's view of global politics.
The Major Oak, which is over 1000 years old, has failed to produce leaves for the first time due to stress from hot summers. The tree died because of global warming and the record heat of 2022.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov demonstrated to his German colleague Boris Pistorius the results of the attack on Moscow on June 18. Footage of Ukrainian drones over the Russian capital has appeared online.
The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a resolution that launches a mechanism to restrict the access of military personnel to gambling during the period of martial law. The data will be verified through the Register of Military Personnel.
Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov stated that the aid announced at "Ramstein" will arrive soon, while other packages will arrive over the coming months. He emphasized the need for anti-ballistic systems and Gripen aircraft to protect against Russian attacks.
Svyatoslav Pavlyuk spoke about the development of renewable energy to reduce imports. Currently, it is only capable of powering critical urban infrastructure.
The United Kingdom will provide Ukraine with 150,000 drones and over 350 air defense missiles. The weapons will be purchased using funds from the use of frozen Russian assets.
The ministers signed an agreement on the joint development of an air defense system to intercept ballistic missiles. Seven German enterprises are already interested in this cooperation.
The Portuguese national team drew 1:1 with DR Congo at the 2026 World Cup in Houston. The African team scored its first goal and earned its first point in history.
In Lviv, the TCC detained the owner of 'Trukha' Telegram channels, Maksym Lavrynenko, to clarify his data. He claimed alleged pressure from Minister Fedorov, but the department denies this.
The US has released a memorandum with Iran on a ceasefire and the lifting of sanctions. The agreement provides for 300 billion dollars for development and the renunciation of nuclear weapons.
Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets stated that Ukraine was not involved in the attack on a bus in the Bryansk region. He called the incident a likely Russian provocation and contacted the Belarusian side.
Viktor Dorosh has been dismissed from his position as director of the capital's hospital due to numerous violations. The investigation was launched following reports regarding the death of a serviceman.
U. S. President Donald Trump held conversations with the leaders of Ukraine and the Russian Federation and urged them to engage in dialogue. He noted that both sides are suffering heavy losses at the front.
The Government approved the Budget Declaration for 2027–2029, projecting salary growth up to 44,000. The dollar exchange rate will reach 51.5 hryvnias amid a gradual slowdown in inflation.
Rosaviatsia has restricted flights of light aircraft and civilian drones at altitudes up to 5. 2 km in the central regions of the Russian Federation. The ban will be in effect from June 20, 2026.
Deputy Minister Mstyslav Banik announced official inspections of Territorial Recruitment Centers due to violations of citizens' rights. The department plans to reform the mobilization system.
The General Staff of the AFU refuted Russia's claims regarding a strike on a bus with children in the Bryansk region. The Defense Forces did not deploy drones in this region.
Dynamo will play against PAOK in case of success, while LNZ and Polissya will face Gent and Copenhagen. The qualifying matches will take place on July 23 and 30.
In Kyiv, police are investigating a case involving a stalker who harassed women for years. Law enforcement officers are identifying all victims and clarifying the circumstances of the crime.
The Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO) is requesting the confiscation of Deputy Prime Minister Kuleba's assets worth 5 million hryvnias. The property was registered in the name of the official's sister without sufficient legal income.
Binance's MiCA license application will be rejected, causing the exchange to lose access to the EU market. The company promises to minimize inconvenience for its users.
Zelenskyy announced a meeting with Trump on May 17 to discuss missile production licenses. The G7 supported strengthening air defense and pressure on the Russian Federation.
A Su-24M bomber of the 7th Tactical Aviation Brigade crashed in the Khmelnytskyi region. Both pilots of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine were killed.
Due to repairs on the Polish side, passengers have been waiting for over 10 hours to cross. People are leaving buses and crossing the border on foot with heavy luggage.
An explosion was heard in the Shepetivka district of the Khmelnytskyi region; locals report the crash of a MiG-29. The Air Force and the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) have not yet commented on the incident.
SAPO has filed the Zhevago case regarding the bribery of Supreme Court judges to court. He is accused of providing 2.7 million dollars for a decision in favor of his business.