The police deny information about license revocation for using “hazard lights” as a sign of gratitude. Oleksiy Biloshytskyi, Deputy Head of the Patrol Police Department, confirmed that this is fake, noting that although there is a fine for unlawful use, license revocation for gratitude is not provided for.
Energy regulators of Greece and Moldova have simplified access to the Trans-Balkan Corridor, increasing the attractiveness of natural gas transportation to Ukraine. Greece has lifted restrictions on gas exports to Ukraine, and Moldova has introduced a new capacity product for gas transportation to Ukraine.
Ukrzaliznytsia is adding a number of additional trains to popular destinations such as Kyiv, Lviv, Odesa, and Truskavets for the summer season. The trains will include couchette cars with seating.
The Ministry of Health has tightened control over the dispensing of the opioid painkiller nalbuphine, which is now only available with an electronic prescription. This decision is aimed at solving the problem of over-the-counter sales and the increasing volume of production of this drug.
The James Webb Space Telescope has discovered that planets can form even in the harshest radiation environments of the Milky Way. This discovery expands our understanding of potential locations for the emergence of life, showing that protoplanetary disks are capable of existing and evolving despite intense UV radiation.
Russian tanker "Khatanga" left the port of Gdynia after eight years, where it "caused damage and threatened navigational safety. " The vessel, already considered scrap, will be sent to Denmark for disposal.
From the evening of June 23 until Tuesday, Ukrainians celebrate Ivan Kupala Day, dedicated to the summer solstice. It is deeply connected with ancient traditions of purification by fire and water, fortune-telling, and gathering medicinal herbs.
Iran's Fordow nuclear facility is located deep in the mountains for protection against attacks. The US is considering a plan to use the 14-ton GBU-57 "bunker buster," capable of penetrating thick layers of protection, but a wave of attacks would be needed to completely destroy the facility.
The summer solstice on June 21 marks the longest day and shortest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. This is a time when the Earth's axis is maximally tilted towards the Sun, which has deep significance in many cultures and religions.
June 20 marks World Efficiency Day, aimed at labor productivity, and International Wi-Fi Day, which draws attention to digitalization and internet access.
IAEA Head rejects Iran's accusations that the report on nuclear violations justifies Israel's strikes.
Apple and Meta will not face immediate sanctions for non-compliance with EU digital rules. Financial penalties will only be applied after prior analysis, not automatically, after a sixty-day grace period.
SIPRI report shows growing global tensions and regional conflicts. The nuclear stockpile has increased, and disarmament is becoming less attainable.
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held phone talks, trying to find a diplomatic solution to the escalating situation in the Middle East. Iran is ready for negotiations, but demands an end to Israeli strikes.
Russian invaders deliberately include the bodies of their own soldiers during the repatriation of the bodies of Ukrainian defenders, complicating the identification of the dead in Ukraine. This indicates Russia's disrespectful attitude towards its own people and an attempt to avoid payments to families.
The European Union plans to keep Russian assets worth €210 billion frozen until the end of 2025. Profits from these assets will be directed towards supporting Ukraine, particularly its defense industry and energy sector recovery.
Ukraine will need to agree to many compromises for accession to the European Union, which could positively affect citizens. In particular, the transport sector will face changes to European standards, but the language issue for the Hungarian minority may not be as difficult.
A brown bear roamed freely through Vilnius for two days, but hunters refused to follow the government's order to kill the animal, considering it non-aggressive.
Ukrainian track and field athlete Vitaliy Rymaruk died on the front line. The man was a Ukrainian champion in discus throw among youth and a prize-winner in adult competitions. He is survived by his wife and daughter.
Spain will not support NATO's proposal to raise the target for defense spending to 5% of GDP. The country considers the current 2% sufficient and will block the plan at the summit in The Hague.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will travel to Geneva to meet with European counterparts. These will be the first negotiations after Israel's strikes on Iranian territory.
The Verkhovna Rada now has 398 people's representatives after Oles Dovgyi was stripped of his mandate. The reduction in staff is due to the ban of OPZZh and the refusal of mandates.
UNN offers unconventional recipes for quick home preparation of sushi and rolls. Among them are "California", baked sushi, spring rolls, chicken rolls in batter, and rolls with caviar.
In the Solomianskyi district of Kyiv, in a building damaged by shelling on June 17, internal structures collapsed, including a stairwell. No one was injured as a result of the incident, five residents were evacuated.
The NATO summit in The Hague will last only two and a half hours due to Trump's desire to shorten meetings. Zelensky was invited, but with a diplomatic demotion to avoid meetings with Trump.
France's economy is showing weakness, with its growth in 2025 expected to be below the eurozone average. Uncertainty regarding budget cuts could impact the confidence of economic agents.
A new study has found that rice will have the lowest yield reductions globally compared to other crops due to global warming. Rising incomes and farmer adaptation will contribute to rice's resilience to climate change.
Iran has experienced an almost complete internet blackout amid escalating conflict with Israel. Traffic has dropped to 3%, and VPNs and apps like WhatsApp and Instagram have become unavailable.
US President Donald Trump announced that Vladimir Putin had offered him a role as mediator in the conflict between Israel and Iran. Trump replied that Putin should first sort out his own country.
Japan plans to evacuate approximately 90 citizens and their family members from Iran by land to Azerbaijan due to airport closures. The government is considering sending a Self-Defense Force transport plane to a base in Djibouti.
