A Ukrainian court sentenced Russian blogger Dmitry Puchkov in absentia to 10 years in prison with confiscation of property. The verdict was handed down for incitement to aggressive war and encroachment on the territorial integrity of Ukraine.
ISW analysts called the combined Russian strike on Ukraine on the night of June 29 the largest since February 2022. The invaders launched 537 aerial assault weapons, targeting civilian, railway, and industrial infrastructure.
In the Luhansk Art Museum, Russians are holding a propaganda exhibition "Russia is my Homeland", bringing in paintings of low artistic value from the Oryol Museum.
On June 29, Russian-occupation forces suffered significant losses, including 1070 soldiers, 3 helicopters, and 42 cruise missiles. The total losses of Russians since the beginning of the full-scale war have exceeded one million servicemen.
A 70-year-old woman was killed as a result of an enemy attack on the Vasylivka district of Zaporizhzhia Oblast. The occupiers launched 375 strikes on 10 settlements in the region.
On June 30, Ukraine is expected to have variable cloudiness, with scattered short-term rains and thunderstorms. Daytime air temperature will be 20-25°, in the south and Transcarpathia up to 30°.
As of 06:00 on 30. 06.2025, there are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas. There are 2 enemy ships in the Mediterranean Sea without "Kalibrs".
CIA Director John Ratcliffe stated that thanks to US strikes, Iran's only metal processing plant was destroyed, setting Tehran's nuclear program back years. Most of the enriched uranium remains under the rubble at facilities in Isfahan and Fordow.
In Idaho, an unknown assailant opened fire on firefighters who were extinguishing a forest fire, killing two people. Police and the FBI are conducting an operation to neutralize the shooter; residents are asked to avoid the area.
In Khmelnytskyi region, near the village of Yampil, a Renault Kangoo car collided with a MAN truck. As a result of the accident, two people died, including one child, and three more were injured.
French Finance Minister Eric Lombard calls for an extension of talks between the EU and the US beyond the July 9 deadline for a more favourable trade agreement. Progress in negotiations remains questionable, and the US's 10% "mutual" tariff could become the baseline for any agreement.
According to Netanyahu, Israel's victory over Iran opens up new opportunities, particularly regarding the release of hostages. Broader regional prospects are also emerging.
Drone operators of the State Border Guard Service's "Hart" brigade destroyed two enemy cannons and six invaders in the Vovchansk direction. Three vehicles used for transporting personnel were also neutralized.
A Russian LNG tanker docked at the Arctic LNG 2 plant, which is idle due to US sanctions, for the first time since October. Russia seeks to increase gas exports and is expanding its "shadow fleet", changing management companies to circumvent restrictions.
Kharkiv region was subjected to a night attack by enemy UAVs on June 30, explosions were heard outside Kharkiv. A service station in Pisochyn, a civilian building in Kurortne, and a building in Derhachi were damaged; there is no information about casualties.
On the night of June 30, Russian-occupied Crimea was attacked by drones, and traffic on the Crimean Bridge was blocked. Local residents reported the operation of Russian air defense and the ascent of military helicopters.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed with the head of the Spanish government, Pedro Sánchez, strengthening defense cooperation. Ukraine proposed jointly producing drones and resolving the issue with Russian drones.
Ukraine's women's volleyball team won the Golden European League 2025, beating the Hungarian team 3:1. The Ukrainians will now compete for a spot in the Nations League against Argentina and Puerto Rico.
Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers on the Siverskyi direction captured two citizens of Cameroon. They fought on the side of the Russian Federation, signing a contract for 1.1 million rubles, although they came to "make shampoo and treat teeth."
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine partially confirmed the successful fire damage to the Kirovskoe airfield in occupied Crimea on 28. 06.2025. The Pantsir S1 anti-aircraft missile-gun system and enemy Mi-8, Mi-26, Mi-28 helicopters were destroyed. 104 combat engagements occurred at the front during the day.
Iran has appealed to the UN, demanding that Israel and the US be held responsible for military actions and pay compensation. This followed missile attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities.
Russian lies about NATO expansion as the "reason" for aggression against Ukraine do not correspond to Putin's statements in 2004. At that time, he welcomed the Alliance's expansion, stating that it would strengthen trust in Europe and the world, unlike current claims of a "threat."
Yaroslava Mahuchikh from Ukraine won the high jump competition at the European Team Championships in Madrid with a result of 2. 00 meters. The Ukrainian national team is in 14th place, fighting to retain its place in the first division.
Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár stated that resolving the military conflict in Ukraine requires establishing communication with Russia and forgiveness from Western countries. He stressed the need for a diplomatic solution and adherence to international law.
Ukraine is forming new air defense units equipped with interceptor drones in response to an increase in Russian drone airstrikes. Russia has sharply increased the number of drones launched, forcing Ukraine to look for unconventional solutions.
A falsified document purportedly from the Odesa Oblast Territorial Centre for Recruitment and Social Support (TCC and SP) regarding the mobilization of individuals with dual Ukraine-Moldova citizenship is being circulated online. The leadership of the Odesa Oblast TCC and SP refutes this information and points out signs that the document is a fake.
The occupiers are bringing students from the so-called cadet classes, opened in captured Ukrainian schools, to St. Petersburg for the celebration of the Russian Navy Day. The local flotilla has fled, so the occupiers are afraid to hold any celebrations in Sevastopol.
Polish military aircraft and air defense were scrambled on the night of June 29 in response to Russian strikes on Ukraine. The Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces is monitoring the situation, keeping forces and means on full alert.
On June 28, the Russian army lost 1,220 military personnel and 24 artillery systems. Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, the enemy's total losses have exceeded 1 million personnel.
The lavender field, planted in 2022, is beginning to bloom along R. Shukhevych Avenue in Kyiv. The 450 m² composition includes more than 2,000 bushes.
