Opta supercomputer updated its forecast for the 2026 World Cup, giving France an 18. 7% chance of winning. Argentina and Spain round out the top three favorites.
Latvian intelligence and other NATO sources indicate Russia's preparation of hybrid actions, including missile strikes or drone attacks. Such provocations could test the Alliance's unity and force the West to reduce support for Ukraine.
In the Irkutsk region of the Russian Federation, a high alert mode has been introduced due to a gasoline shortage. Queues near gas stations will be patrolled by police and Rosgvardia.
The President presented the "Gold Star" orders to Heroes of Ukraine and awards to the families of the fallen. Military personnel, rescuers, Minister Klymenko, and Metropolitan Epifaniy were honored.
An earthquake of magnitude 4. 1 occurred in the tourist region of Algarve in Portugal. There are no casualties or damage, the epicenter was in the Atlantic Ocean.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who announced his resignation, is considering the possibility of leading NATO. To do this, he needs the support of the British government and allies.
The Times reports that Putin may agree to negotiations due to the threat of losing control over Crimea. Ukraine's strikes on the peninsula's infrastructure are aimed at forcing the Kremlin into dialogue.
Finland's ambassador Kirsti Narinen stated that the ruling party "Georgian Dream" suppresses protests and uses intimidation. She called the authorities an autocratic or dictatorial structure.
Elon Musk's SpaceX plans to enter the US mobile communications market with its own Starlink service. The company is considering selling mobile contracts directly to customers, competing with operators.
In Zaporizhzhia, two people died as a result of a Russian attack, including a 53-year-old woman. Sixteen people were injured.
Kuwait has completed domestic procedures for the entry into force of an agreement on cooperation with Ukraine in the military sphere. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Sybiha stated that this opens a new stage in bilateral partnership.
The National Bank put into circulation a commemorative silver coin with a face value of 10 hryvnias. The coin symbolizes the historical continuity of Ukrainian statehood and the significance of the Constitution.
Deep Strike units of the SSO hit the Yaroslavl oil refinery on the night of June 28, one of the key plants of Russia's fuel system. The enterprise is of critical importance for supplying fuel to Moscow and the central region.
Putin, without evidence, claimed that Kyiv is retreating along the entire front line and has turned to terrorism. He also promised to bring the Russian economy to a new level and solve demographic problems.
Since the beginning of the day, 82 combat engagements have occurred, with the most intense fighting taking place in the Sloviansk and Huliaipole directions. Ukrainian defenders stopped 18 attacks in the Sloviansk direction and 17 assaults in the Huliaipole direction.
On June 30 at 02:59 Kyiv time, a Full Moon in Capricorn will occur, symbolizing the end of a stage. Astrologer Ksenia Bazylenko advises focusing on responsibility and new goals.
The Israeli government unanimously supported the proposal to recognize the Armenian genocide. The decision still needs to be ratified by parliament.
Russian troops attacked the village of Zolochiv with drones, causing a fire over 800 square meters. There are no dead or injured.
Iraqi security forces conducted raids in the "Green Zone" of Baghdad, detaining politicians and officials suspected of corruption. The new prime minister promised to intensify the fight against corruption.
Negotiations on establishing a permanent US military base in Poland have entered a new phase after a positive response from the Pentagon. About 60% of Poles support this initiative.
During the night of June 28, the Defense Forces struck the Sloviansk and Yaroslavl oil refineries, as well as a railway bridge in Crimea. Hits on three workshops of the "Titan-Barricades" plant in Volgograd have been confirmed.
In northeastern France near the city of Nancy, a parachute jump plane crashed. All 11 people on board died, people on the ground were not injured.
A bust of Hetman Ivan Mazepa was installed in the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra. Zelenskyy stated that this is a restoration of historical justice.
The Canadian singer unexpectedly appeared at the 2026 NHL draft. He announced the first pick of the Toronto Maple Leafs club — Gavin McKenna.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu stated that the EU may consider the issue of Transnistria during negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine. She emphasized that the biggest problem is the illegal presence of Russian troops in the region.
A helicopter of the oil company Saudi Aramco crashed near the city of Ras Tanura. 14 people died, an investigation is ongoing.
U. S. Chargé d'Affaires ad interim Julie Davis has completed her diplomatic mission in Ukraine. Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha thanked her for her contribution to the strategic partnership.
Kobzev ordered to check cases of fuel resale at inflated prices. He called queues at gas stations artificial hype and promised to stabilize the situation within 10-14 days.
US President Donald Trump published a generated image on Truth Social where he stands on a rock with the American flag and holds the Earth. The post sparked discussion: some see confidence, others — self-aggrandizement.
On the front line, 200 combat clashes occurred per day. The Russians carried out 1 missile strike and 55 airstrikes, dropping 171 guided aerial bombs.
