From June 1, 2026, the rules for calculating and paying a single social contribution for persons deprived of their personal freedom due to Russian aggression will change in Ukraine. These changes provide a mechanism for the Pension Fund of Ukraine to calculate and submit reports on the SSC for such persons.
Ukraine will direct over UAH 22 billion in partner funds to reconstruction, of which nearly UAH 18. 5 billion from JICA will go to medicine, education, agriculture, humanitarian demining, and municipal services. Another UAH 2.2 billion from the EU is allocated for port infrastructure modernization, and UAH 1.4 billion from JICA for energy sector restoration and demining.
Iran launched a missile attack on Israel, eight missiles were fired in four volleys. One of the missiles hit near a strategic energy facility, causing power outages in the southern regions.
20 people were killed and 60 wounded in the terrorist attack at St. Elijah's Church near Damascus. The Islamic State terrorist organization claimed responsibility for the attack.
Iran sent Donald Trump a warning about the activation of "sleeper terrorist cells" in the US in case of an attack. The message was delivered through an intermediary at the G7 summit.
FedEx logistics company founder Fred Smith has died at the age of 80. He risked his fortune early on to revolutionize freight transportation.
On June 23, a Russian missile hit the house of Taras Topolya, frontman of the band "Antytila", in Kyiv, destroying his apartment. There are reports of dead and wounded as a result of the night attack on the capital.
Putin's statements from June 20 demonstrate complete disregard for the peace efforts of the US and the rest of the world, stated the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
Occupiers are forcing Ukrainian farmers to sell grain at reduced prices to the Russian Federation.
On June 20, the SBU released exclusive video of the prisoner exchange involving defenders from Mariupol, Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, Kharkiv, and Chernihiv regions. The exchange was made possible thanks to the work of the Joint Center and the Coordination Headquarters.
The U. S. Department of the Treasury announced a new package of sanctions against Iran, expanding previous restrictions. This step is part of the ongoing efforts of the United States.
US President Donald Trump stated that The Wall Street Journal journalists have no idea about his plans regarding Iran. This is a response to the publication's report about approving a strike on Iran without a final order.
Ukraine and Russia held another exchange of prisoners, as a result of which Ukrainian servicemen from various branches of the military, as well as defenders with injuries and significant health problems, returned home.
Hackers leaked 16 billion current user passwords for Apple, Facebook, and Google online. Cybersecurity experts warn of phishing attacks and recommend changing passwords immediately.
Singer Karolina Kuyek, known as Ani Lorak, received a Russian passport on June 9. According to preliminary data, she applied for citizenship in March of this year.
An Iranian missile hit the Soroka Medical Center in Be'er Sheva, causing significant damage. There are casualties, and the hospital is temporarily not accepting patients.
The ceasefire between India and Pakistan was the result of negotiations between the countries, not US mediation. Indian Prime Minister Modi stressed that the US has no merit in this situation.
The US is considering options for action regarding Iran and Israel. Trump has stepped up his rhetoric, and US negotiators believe Iran's positions are weak.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has passed a law on the introduction of the institution of multiple citizenship. 243 Members of Parliament voted in favor of the decision.
The Kremlin is intensifying its activities in the Arctic due to global warming and new opportunities. Russia is using scientific expeditions for military purposes and expanding infrastructure.
Keith Kellogg may become the first American top official to meet with Lukashenko in recent years. This visit is seen as a step to resolve the Russian-Ukrainian conflict.
The President of Romania and the PSD, PNL, USR, UDMR parties have reached an agreement on the formation of a new government. They still have to agree on the distribution of ministries and key positions.
The first memorial to military intelligence officers in Ukraine has appeared in Kyiv. It honors the memory of GUR employees and foreigners who died for the independence of Ukraine.
The Donald Trump administration curtailed an interagency group that was meant to compel Russia to negotiate with Ukraine. Trump expressed doubts about U.S. mediation in this process.
The Israeli attack on the uranium enrichment facility in Iran may have damaged centrifuges due to power outages. Four buildings were damaged at the nuclear facility in Isfahan.
As a result of Russian shelling, more than 1,000 Kyiv residents were left without electricity. Assistance centers for victims have been set up in three districts of the capital.
On June 17, Russian occupiers attacked the Kyiv region. Houses were damaged in Fastiv, Vyshgorod, Obukhov, and Brovary districts, and there is one wounded person.
Donald Trump convenes U. S. National Security Council after G7 summit. He is leaving the summit early, his spokeswoman said.
Alexandra Szentkirályi, an Orban ally, posted a video of a bound man in the trunk, claiming that Ukraine's accession to the EU would lead to human trafficking and drugs. This caused outrage from the opposition.
Andriy Sybiha stated that while the world is focused on the Middle East, Moscow is attacking Ukraine's power grid, ignoring peace talks. He called for tough sanctions against the Russian energy sector.
