Vadim Khlyudzinsky
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.
As of 06:00 on 29. 06.2025, there are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas. In the Mediterranean Sea, there are 2 enemy ships without "Kalibrs".
On June 29, Ukraine will be cloudy with clearings. Short-term rains are expected in the western regions and on the Left Bank, with no precipitation in the rest of the territory.
On June 29, the Lviv region was subjected to an attack by combat drones and cruise missiles, with critical infrastructure being the target. Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi confirmed there were no civilian casualties.
Donald Trump criticized the trial of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him a "war hero" and comparing the court case to political persecution. The International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Netanyahu in November 2024 for war crimes.
Mariupol families affected by the war received free social housing in Dnipro. These are smart apartments for the families of defenders and socially vulnerable citizens, a project designed for almost 500 people.
As a result of the night attack on Cherkasy region on June 29, at least three people were injured. Civilian infrastructure was damaged, and all services are working at the impact sites.
The IDF announced the elimination of Abbas al-Hassan Wahbi, a Hezbollah terrorist from the Radwan forces, who was responsible for intelligence and arms transport. Israel considers this a violation of agreements and promises to eliminate all threats.
Ukraine is experiencing a massive night attack, with enterprises in Poltava and Zaporizhzhia regions affected. UAV attacks were recorded in Lviv, Ternopil and Ivano-Frankivsk regions, as well as missile movement in Chernihiv region.
Budapest hosted its largest LGBTQ+ Pride in 30 years, gathering 200,000 participants despite the Orbán government's ban. The Mayor of Budapest and the Deputy Prime Minister of Spain led the demonstration, while the European Parliament emphasized support for European values.
Russian military attacked a Humanitarian Mission "Proliska" bus with a bomber drone in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, which was on its way to evacuate families with children. The driver miraculously survived, but the minivan sustained significant damage.
Air raid sirens are blaring across Ukraine. Reports indicate cruise missiles have been launched at Kremenchuk, a MiG-31K has taken off, and explosions have been heard in the Zaporizhzhia region.
In Belgrade, students and the opposition are blocking the center, demanding early elections and Vučić's resignation. The protests are caused by the tragedy in Novi Sad and suspicions of government corruption.
The England U-21 football team won the UEFA European Championship 2025, beating Germany in the final with a score of 3:2. Harvey Elliott, Omari Hutchinson, and Jonathan Rowe scored goals for the English.
In the Kharkiv region, a 16-year-old boy has been notified of suspicion of premeditated murder of a 30-year-old man. Death occurred as a result of an open craniocerebral injury.
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The Verkhovna Rada is working on a draft law for holding elections after the war, taking into account the participation of military personnel and refugees. Scenarios for simultaneous or separate holding of parliamentary, presidential, and local elections are being considered.
Over the day of June 28, 111 combat engagements took place on the front. The Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled numerous attacks by the occupiers in various directions, the enemy carried out 51 airstrikes, 1170 drone strikes, and 4432 artillery shellings.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented the highest state awards on the occasion of Ukraine's Constitution Day, honoring military personnel, volunteers, medics, and educators. Polish President Andrzej Duda also received the Order of Freedom.
Marines raised the national flag of Ukraine and the battle flag over the temporarily occupied part of Kherson region on Constitution Day. This symbolic operation was carried out by soldiers of the 34th separate marine brigade, sending greetings to the occupiers.
In Lviv region, passenger traffic at the border with Poland increased by 25%, and by 16% on weekends. The busiest checkpoints remain "Shehyni" and "Krakovets". Reconstruction is ongoing at "Shehyni" and "Medyka", which slows down movement. Border guards have intensified their work, and an increase in traffic up to 40% is expected.