Pavlo Bashynskyi
The Border Committee of Belarus announced its readiness to provide simplified passage for Ukrainians into forests for picking mushrooms and berries. The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine reported that it has not received any official notifications regarding this.
In Ukraine, from the weekend, temperatures are expected to rise to +30°C and above; in the western regions, thermometers may reach +35°C.
The suspicion concerns the former head of a department of the Ministry of Justice, who failed to declare an account in Austria with over 540 thousand dollars. The total amount of undeclared assets exceeds 19.5 million hryvnias.
Russia plans to import 50,000 tons of AI-92 gasoline from Kazakhstan due to a shortage caused by refinery shutdowns after drone attacks. Kazakhstan has not yet received an official request from Moscow.
The cost of generators in Ukraine ranges from 8,000 to 150,000 hryvnias depending on power, engine type, and brand. For apartments, inverters or portable EcoFlow stations are recommended as an alternative.
Kyiv's "Dynamo" signed a three-year contract with 18-year-old French forward Pierre Mungenge, who played for PSG's youth team. In the previous season, he scored 21 goals and provided 12 assists in 33 matches for PSG U19.
England played their 23rd draw at the World Cup, which is a record. In the match against Ghana, the team had 78.8% possession but did not score.
SBGS spokesperson Andriy Demchenko stated that there is no blockade for freight vehicles or railway traffic on the border with Poland. He also reported an increase in border crossings in the summer, mainly for exit.
SBGS spokesperson Andriy Demchenko reported that border guards deny exit to about 100 citizens daily, including not only men but also women and children. The reasons for refusals are expired documents or improperly executed notarial consents for children.
Former People's Deputy and ex-Minister Viktor Boyko is suspected in a scheme to embezzle over UAH 5. 6 million of a state grant. According to the investigation, the funds were allocated for the processing industry, but the equipment was not purchased and jobs were not created.
SBGS spokesperson Andriy Demchenko reported a significant increase in border crossings in summer, with departures from the country prevailing. On weekdays, 115-120 thousand crossings are recorded, on weekends - up to 136 thousand, with half of the queues occurring at the border with Poland.
SBGS spokesman Andriy Demchenko reported that there is no buildup of a strike group capable of invasion on the border with Belarus. However, according to intelligence data, Russia continues to pressure Belarus regarding more extensive participation in the war.
The International Olympic Committee plans to strengthen the wording on political neutrality in the Olympic Charter, which could affect the future participation of Russian athletes.
The US Department of Homeland Security allowed the Iranian football team to enter the country two days before the match against Egypt. The team must leave after Friday's match in Seattle.
The President of the European Commission will attend the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk, despite the absence of the President of Ukraine. The spokesperson for the European Commission emphasized that disputes between Poland and Ukraine will not hinder the event.
Footballer Oleksandr Zinchenko has ended his cooperation with the esports team Passion UA, which he founded in 2023. The club continues to exist and moves forward without him.
The Prosecutor General's Office exposed a 34-year-old former military man who was looking for a perpetrator to murder the deputy head of the Coordination Staff. The customer promised $100,000, and an advance of $22,000 has already been transferred to a crypto wallet.
Andrius Kubilius stated the need to integrate the Armed Forces of Ukraine into the European defense architecture. The European Commission will present proposals to change the rules of defense procurement.
The Appeals Chamber of the HACC upheld the decision to confiscate the Audi Q7 worth UAH 4. 2 million, which is used by the mayor of Sambir, Yuriy Hamar. The car was recovered to state revenue due to the unjustified nature of the asset.
Ukraine has gained official access to the EU Cybersecurity Reserve, which will allow it to engage European specialists during large-scale hacker attacks. The emergency cyber support mechanism became operational after the Verkhovna Rada ratified the agreement.
Prime Minister Yulia Svrydenko will lead the Ukrainian delegation at the URC 2026 conference in Gdansk. This decision was made after Zelenskyy was stripped of the Order of the White Eagle due to the naming of a Special Operations Forces unit.
Ihor Smelyansky considers the decision of NBU Governor Andriy Pyshny "settling personal scores" against him and called it "ill-considered".
UNN reports on the main signs of counterfeit hryvnias and methods of checking them. In 2025, the level of counterfeits decreased threefold, with counterfeit banknotes of 500 UAH denomination being seized most often.
The National Bank of Ukraine has deemed Ihor Smilianskyi as not meeting the requirements for professional suitability. The regulator demands that Ukrposhta suspend him within five days.
Argentine forward Lionel Messi broke four records in the second round of the 2026 World Cup, including the most goals and matches. He also became the anti-record holder for the most missed penalties in World Cup history.
Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the UN Andriy Melnyk stated readiness for direct negotiations with Russia for a just peace. He warned that Kyiv may reconsider the proposal if the UN Security Council continues its wait-and-see tactic.
Michał Kamiński returned the awards due to Zelenskyy's actions and Ukraine's stance on the Volyn tragedy. He expressed disappointment over the lack of reciprocity in relations.
Russia launched a propaganda campaign for the anniversary of Nazi Germany's attack on the USSR to justify its aggression against Ukraine. The Kremlin equates Ukrainians with Nazis and calls itself the heir of the victors.
Due to the heat, restrictions have been introduced on state roads for vehicles over 24 tons. The measures are in effect when the temperature exceeds +28°C to preserve the asphalt pavement.
The President of the European Commission stated that after the opening of the first negotiation cluster, each country will continue European integration at its own pace. She emphasized a merit-based process.