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German politicians have called on the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution to put the far-left Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance party under surveillance. The reason for this was the party's actions, which include defending a pro-Russian propagandist and supporting an organization suspected of financing terrorism.

The German government expressed disagreement with the European Commission's proposal for the EU budget, which included €100 billion in aid to Ukraine. Berlin considers an increase in the budget unacceptable when member states are consolidating their own budgets.

The Verkhovna Rada ratified the agreement on the establishment of a Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine. This tribunal is the first international judicial body since World War II that will investigate crimes of aggression.

The Main Scientific and Expert Department of the VRU criticized the revised draft law on regulating the activities of the Deposit Guarantee Fund. The document poses a threat to legal certainty and the protection of the rights of depositors, creditors, and shareholders of banks.

Andriy Kolomiiets, convicted by the Russian Federation in 2015, has returned to Ukraine. He was deported to Georgia after serving a 10-year prison sentence.

The fifth president of Ukraine, People's Deputy Petro Poroshenko, is using for his own PR the repair of a rural road in Vinnytsia Oblast, which was done at the expense of the budget.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen successfully survived a no-confidence vote initiated by the far-right in the European Parliament. 360 MEPs voted against the resolution, 175 voted for, allowing her to retain her position.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban called for the resignation of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and rejected Brussels' economic recommendations regarding fiscal policy. The Hungarian government refused the EC's demands for permanent fiscal measures to reduce the budget deficit, citing national priorities.

The European Parliament adopted a resolution condemning Russia's war crimes in Ukraine and supporting the investigation by the International Criminal Court. MEPs emphasized that Russia is responsible for the war of aggression and violations of international law.

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has filed a complaint with the ECHR, challenging a court decision to bar her from the elections. This happened amid a European Public Prosecutor's Office investigation into the misuse of EU funds by the far-right group.

The European Parliament has finally approved the gradual deployment of the Entry/Exit System (EES) at the EU's external borders. The system will register biometric data of third-country nationals to enhance security and speed up border control.

Vice Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna stated that the start of Ukraine's EU accession talks does not require unanimous support from all 27 member states. Hungary's blocking has pushed the EU to seek legal solutions for continuing European integration.

Negotiations on the €1. 5 billion EU Defense Industry Program (EDIP) depend on funding for non-European companies. The European Parliament opposes exceptions for arms manufacturers outside the EU, aiming to build up the European defense sector.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will face a no-confidence vote on July 10. The initiative from the Romanian far-right party AUR has gathered almost 80 signatures.

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.

Budapest is set to host Pride. A record number of participants are expected to protest the Hungarian government's restrictions on LGBTQ+ rights.

On June 28, Ukraine celebrates Constitution Day, adopted in 1996. On the same day, the world celebrates International Milk Chocolate Day and other events.

Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Chernyshov considers the suspicion of abuse of office and receiving a bribe to be unfounded. He explains his frequent foreign trips by the need to cooperate with foreign governments and Ukrainians abroad.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen faces a vote of no confidence over "Pfizergate" and other accusations. Far-right MEPs are trying to initiate a vote, but the chances of success are low due to the need for majority support.

The European Commission has presented the EU Space Law, aimed at improving the competitiveness of the European space sector, its security and sustainable development. The document unifies space regulations and aims to reduce bureaucracy.

The European Parliament is considering banning airlines from charging for hand luggage weighing up to 7 kilograms. This initiative aims to standardize baggage rules and improve passenger rights.

The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Foreign Policy supported the draft resolution on recognizing the DPRK as a state-aggressor. The document provides for an appeal to international organizations regarding sanctions against the DPRK for supplying weapons to Russia.

The European Parliament and the Council of the EU have agreed on a reform of the visa-free suspension mechanism. Israel and Serbia are the first at risk due to accusations of human rights violations.

The European Commission plans to legislate a ban on imports of Russian gas and LNG by the end of 2027. New contracts will be prohibited from 2026, and long-term contracts from 2028.

The European Parliament and the Council of the EU have recognized the Ukrainian seed certification system for beet, sunflower, rapeseed, and soy as equivalent to EU standards. This paves the way for the full export of seeds to the EU.

The Chancellery of the Sejm of Poland has banned Grzegorz Braun from entering the parliament for violating the dignity of the parliament. Earlier, the European Parliament lifted the politician's immunity.

The Association of Ukrainian Banks has included the leading Ukrainian insurtech project UKASKO as a member.

The European Union has added Monaco to the list of countries with a high risk of money laundering and terrorist financing. Russia was again not included in the updated list.

Israeli forces have taken control of a ship with aid for Gaza, on board which was Greta Thunberg. The yacht was intercepted at night and is currently heading to an Israeli port.

Ukrainian refugees in Brussels have created a choir that performs in the European Parliament and at festivals. Singing helps them cope with stress and promote Ukrainian culture.