Ukraine's "Lima" EW system demonstrates superior performance in intercepting guided aerial bombs compared to Russian and Western counterparts. Ukraine is increasing its own arms production, covering up to half of its needs.
The US State Department has resumed the process of issuing student visas, requiring applicants to provide access to social media. The goal is to identify hostile attitudes towards the USA. New applicants who refuse may be denied a visa.
Putin called the missile strikes on Ukraine attacks on the "defense-industrial complex" with the aim of "demilitarization. " On the night of June 17, Russia carried out a massive strike on Ukraine, which resulted in numerous casualties and injuries, especially in Kyiv.
Macron has instructed EU partners to stop the conflict between Israel and Iran. He is concerned about escalation and civilian casualties, calling for an end to operations and a resumption of nuclear negotiations.
The Ministry of Defense is developing a draft resolution on monetary rewards for military personnel for innovative developments. This will stimulate research and protection of intellectual property rights in the defense sector.
Putin announced his readiness to meet with Zelensky at the final stage of negotiations on Ukraine. According to him, Russia aims for the earliest possible peaceful settlement of the conflict.
US President Donald Trump approved plans to attack Iran, but is delaying its implementation, observing Tehran's reaction to its nuclear program. This concerns the uranium enrichment plant in Fordow.
Since the beginning of the day on June 18, the AFU have repelled 136 Russian attacks, the enemy carried out 32 airstrikes. The most tense situation persists in the Pokrovsk direction, where 36 assaults were repelled.
The Foreign Ministers of Germany, France, and Great Britain, as well as the head of EU diplomacy, will hold talks with Iran in Geneva. The main goal is to guarantee the use of the nuclear program exclusively for civilian purposes.
The police and SBU have exposed a group of fraudsters who were trying to seize an agricultural enterprise with 1500 land plots, taking advantage of the owner's absence abroad. The perpetrators were detained while attempting to arrange a fictitious sale of the enterprise.
7-year-old Anastasia Buryk from Odesa died as a result of an Iranian missile strike on a residential building in Bat Yam, Israel. The girl was undergoing treatment for oncology there. Four more people died, one is missing.
Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders eliminated 1,040 Russian soldiers, and also destroyed 7 tanks and 37 artillery systems. Total enemy losses reached 1,007,160 people.
The bodies of 5 more dead were recovered from under the rubble of a 9-story building. In total, 21 people died in the capital, 134 were injured as a result of the Russian attack.
G7 leaders supported Trump's initiatives for a just peace in Ukraine and are ready to increase pressure on Russia, including financial sanctions. They met with Zelensky and Rutte to discuss support for Ukraine.
The US Embassy in Jerusalem will be closed until June 20 due to the security situation caused by Iranian shelling. The State Department is ready to assist Americans in leaving Israel if needed.
Today in Ukraine it is mostly dry, except for the eastern and south-eastern regions, where rain is possible. In the capital, no significant precipitation, temperature in the afternoon +23…+24 degrees.
At night, the enemy attacked Zaporizhzhia with drones, causing large-scale destruction. Enterprises and houses were damaged, cars burned down, and fires broke out over a large area.
No enemy ships were recorded in the Black and Azov Seas on June 18. There are three enemy ships in the Mediterranean Sea, one of which is a carrier of cruise missiles.
June 18 has been declared a Day of Mourning in Kyiv for the victims of the massive Russian attack. Flags will be lowered and entertainment events will be banned in the city. The National Council recommends that TV channels and radio stations change their broadcasting schedules.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy cut short his visit to Canada and is returning to Ukraine after negotiations in Kananaskis. He canceled the planned press conference in Calgary.
Daniel Ek has invested significant funds in the German defense startup Helsing, which, among other things, supplies strike drones for the needs of Ukraine. Helsing has contracts with the governments of several countries.
The US did not agree to harsh wording regarding Russia's actions in Ukraine, fearing the disruption of negotiations. Zelenskyy called on the G7 to strengthen sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with Ajay Banga assistance in calculating Ukraine's losses from Russian strikes and the reintegration of soldiers. They also paid attention to the development of energy.
In an abandoned estate, Tristan discovered a basement with a wine cellar and 18th-century artifacts. The mansion has many old paintings, family photos, furniture and documents.
The G7 summit in 2026 will be held in France, in Evian-les-Bains, Emmanuel Macron announced. The meeting of leaders is scheduled for June, France promises close cooperation.
G7 countries are ready to increase military support for Ukraine and rebuild the country together after the war. There will also be new sanctions against the Russian Federation, which fuels the war.
The leaders of France and Germany stressed the need to increase pressure on Russia to achieve an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine. Canada and Britain have already imposed new sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Russian troops achieved partial success, advancing near Yunakivka, Myrne, and Zoria. Updated data from DeepState analysts shows changes on the front line in Sumy and Donetsk regions.
The Israeli army called for the urgent evacuation of half a million residents of the 18th district of Tehran and announced the beginning of a series of strikes on the military infrastructure of the Iranian regime.
A tragedy occurred in the Rozdilna district of the Odesa region. A 17-year-old girl died on the railway after being hit by a train. The police are investigating the circumstances.
