Pavlo Bashynskyi
The German Federal Prosecutor's Office has accused Ukrainian citizen Serhiy Kuznetsov of sabotaging the Nord Stream gas pipelines in 2022. According to the investigation, he was an officer of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and led a group that planted explosives on the pipelines.
The Cabinet of Ministers has canceled inspections of real estate destroyed or damaged as a result of hostilities. This will allow businesses to focus on recovery rather than control procedures.
As a result of the enemy missile strike and fire, part of the production and warehouse facilities of "Snizhna Panda" were destroyed. There are casualties among the employees who are receiving medical assistance.
Almost 100-year-old Mrs. Nina obtained her first foreign passport in the Vinnytsia region. She plans to visit her grandchildren in the Netherlands.
Minister of Economy Oleksiy Sobolev reported that the update of sectoral and regional criteria concerns approximately 20% of enterprises. For the rest, a simplified confirmation procedure has been introduced, which requires only two documents by August 10.
Russia imports gasoline from India by sea to overcome the fuel shortage caused by Ukrainian attacks on energy infrastructure. A monthly import of 400,000 tons of gasoline from various countries is planned.
As of July 1, 2026, the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between Ukraine and the UAE entered into force, providing for the creation of a free trade zone. The document eliminates tariffs and opens preferential access to the UAE market for Ukrainian producers.
Oleksandr Zinchenko left Ajax after his contract expired on June 30. The Ukrainian played only 25 minutes, after which he got injured and was sidelined for the rest of the season.
Minister of Economy Oleksii Sobolev reported an increase in the number of reserved individuals by 300,000 people over the past year. Also, 9,000 enterprises have received critical status, with most of the growth occurring in frontline regions.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a law on the creation of the Ukrainian National Pantheon to honor prominent figures. The document provides for construction at state expense and a round-the-clock honor guard.
The Verkhovna Rada supported the bill on establishing the "Order of Europe". The award will be given for merits in supporting Ukraine's course towards EU membership.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a draft law that introduces a new database for verifying the needs of IDPs and improves mechanisms for providing internally displaced persons with temporary housing. The document also guarantees IDPs the full scope of constitutional rights regardless of registration status.
Saab signed a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration for the supply of 16 Gripen E fighters for Ukraine. The order value is approximately $2.54 billion, with deliveries scheduled for 2029-2030.
In Ukraine, as of July 1, a law on mandatory bioethanol content of over 7% in gasoline, except for fuel for the Ministry of Defense, has come into force. Market participants are ready for the new requirements, and fuel prices will not increase.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that he has no conflict with the Minister of Defense. He acknowledged that sometimes contradictions arise, which are discussed and resolved.
Over the past day, 203 combat clashes occurred, the enemy dropped 163 guided aerial bombs. In the Pokrovsk direction, 38 occupiers were eliminated.
Ukraine has ordered several tens of thousands of 155-mm ER02A1 B/B artillery shells and M203 charges from Rheinmetall. The contract is worth tens of millions of euros, with execution scheduled for the first quarter of 2027.
Head of the GUR Kyrylo Budanov stated that a stable security situation and a developing economy will create prerequisites for the return of Ukrainians home.
Ukraine has signed an agreement to purchase 16 Gripen E fighter jets with deliveries starting in 2029. Additionally, in 2027, Sweden will provide 16 Gripen C/D aircraft as military aid.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi stated about possible offensive actions by Russia on Chernihiv region. According to him, the Russian General Staff is considering an option of an offensive from the Bryansk region to divert Ukrainian forces.
President Zelenskyy stated that some communities are lagging in winter preparation, so there will be personnel conclusions. The government and Naftogaz are fulfilling tasks to build energy partnerships.
On Wednesday, July 1, power outage schedules will be in effect in all regions of Ukraine from 17:00 to 22:00. The reason cited is a significant increase in consumption due to hot weather.
International Skating Union permitted russian and belarusian athletes to participate in competitions without national symbols. Participation is possible under the condition of maintaining neutral status.
In Ukraine, 94,267 unemployed people are officially registered, the most in Dnipropetrovsk, Kharkiv and Poltava regions. Employers are experiencing an acute shortage of skilled workers, drivers and doctors.
The Verkhovna Rada summoned Economy Minister Oleksiy Sobolev to a plenary session on July 1 to provide information on economic reservation. The decision was supported by 151 MPs.
Brazil secured a comeback victory over Japan with a score of 2:1 in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup. In the Round of 16, the Brazilians will face the winner of the pair Ivory Coast - Norway.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia has set a new deadline for capturing Donetsk region by December 31, marking the 15th postponement of the deadline. Ukraine offers negotiations, but Russia refuses.
In the evening of June 29, bad weather hit Kyiv, causing street flooding and power outages on the left bank and in Obolon. DTEK emergency crews have been put on enhanced mode to eliminate accidents.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan emphasized the need to achieve results in settling Russia's war against Ukraine through dialogue. Turkey will continue to actively contribute to peace efforts.
Today at 22:00 the Ukraine U-19 national team starts at Euro-2026 against Croatia. The top two teams from each group advance to the semifinals.