Pavlo Bashynskyi
Cristiano Ronaldo stated that he will end his international career of his own accord, not due to pressure from fans or journalists. Today, July 6, Portugal will play against Spain in the Round of 16 of the World Cup.
The Cabinet of Ministers allocated 8. 3 billion hryvnias from the reserve for defense needs. The funds will be received by the SBU, GUR, the Foreign Intelligence Service and other structures.
Ukrainian tennis player Marta Kostyuk defeated American Ashlyn Krueger in the 1/8 finals. Kostyuk won twice with a score of 6:4 and will face the winner of the Paolini-Eala pair.
UEFA called FIFA's decision to suspend Folari Balogun's disqualification a crossing of the red lines of football integrity. The decision was made after a call from US President Trump to FIFA President Infantino.
Germany summoned the Chinese ambassador for urgent talks after reports of secret training of Russian soldiers. Reuters reports that the training was approved by Russia's defense minister.
The President of Ukraine held a conversation with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, thanking him for the historic decision to host the Special Tribunal on the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine. They also discussed the consequences of Russian strikes and cooperation in air defense.
After blocking, Hungary agreed to send a letter on the opening of the sixth negotiation area with Ukraine.
The government established the Ukrainian National Pantheon as a memorial complex within the National Reserve "Kyiv Pechersk Lavra". The Institute of National Remembrance has been tasked with developing a concept for its operation.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the mechanism for transportation, accommodation, and escort of foreign volunteers. Participating companies must make a security deposit of 5 million hryvnias.
Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk is negotiating with Zuffa Boxing regarding a farewell bout against Deontay Wilder in America. Wilder's manager confirmed the boxer's readiness for the fight.
People's Deputy Mykola Tyshchenko, after the selection of a preventive measure, tried to fight with Viktor Lakhno, who threw tomatoes at him. Lakhno is a former "Azov" serviceman and a participant in the aviation breakthrough to Mariupol.
According to the head of the Polish government, his country is preparing for various scenarios amid the threat of Russian provocations. Tusk also noted that the coming months could be critical due to the war in Ukraine.
In Iran, a seven-day series of state funeral ceremonies has begun for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Foreign delegations from over 100 countries, including presidents and prime ministers, have arrived for the ceremony.
FIFA stated that the Connected Ball Technology proved the contact of Croatian player Matanović, which allowed the referee to correctly determine offside. Guardiola's goal in the last seconds of the match against Portugal was not counted.
The German Football Association fired Julian Nagelsmann after the national team's elimination in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. The management plans to invite Jürgen Klopp to replace him.
The men's national team of Ukraine defeated Georgia with a score of 95:76 in the qualification for the 2027 World Cup. The team advanced early to the second stage of the qualification.
The Monaco police have established that the suspect in the assassination attempt on Ukrainian oligarch Vadim Yermolayev is a woman who disguised herself as a man. The perpetrator was located in one of the EU countries.
Ukraine's youth national team defeated Serbia 2:1 in the second round of Euro 2026. The victory guaranteed advancement to the semifinals and participation in the U-20 World Cup.
Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal announced an adjusted plan for restoring the energy system. Over the past 3.5 months, 338.7 MW of decentralized generation have been commissioned.
Ukrainian judokas won six awards at the European Cadet Championships under 18 in Spain. The team earned one gold, four silver and one bronze medals.
As of 21:00 on July 2, 25 people have died in Kyiv as a result of the russian attack. Debris removal is ongoing in the Darnytskyi district, 8 people are not in contact.
In the Rivne region, a passenger train collided with a scheduled minibus that drove onto the tracks. Four passengers died, 11 people were injured.
On Friday, July 3, power outages will not be implemented. Consumers are urged to use electricity sparingly in the evening hours.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia has no arguments for war other than terror with ballistic missiles. He emphasized the need to strengthen air defense and increase Europe's own production of defense systems.
The President of Ukraine stated that partners should not watch without action when lives are destroyed. As a result of the Russian strike on Kyiv, 64 apartments were destroyed, 22 people died.
The government has set the duration of the academic year from September 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The start will depend on the security situation in the regions.
President Zelenskyy stated his support for a just peace, and while there is none - a just response to the attacks by the russian federation. The number of fatalities as a result of the strike on Kyiv has risen to 21 people.
The head of state stated that the Russian dictator carries out attacks like the one in Kyiv due to the lack of successes at the front ahead of the elections. He emphasized that Ukraine seeks a just peace.
Kyiv police explosives experts discovered fragments of an X-69 missile at an enterprise in the Obolon district. 12 unexploded submunitions were handed over to the State Emergency Service for disposal.
On July 2 at 20:00, Ukraine U-19 will face Serbia in the second round of the U-19 Euro-2026. Ukraine leads the group after a victory over Croatia.