Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine
The Minister of Internal Affairs reported to President Zelenskyy on the circumstances of the death of the commander of the "Lyut" brigade, Colonel Maksym Kazban. He fought for Ukraine since 2014, leading "Lyut" in 2024.
President Zelenskyy heard reports on prisoner exchanges, expecting several stages after the agreements in Istanbul. The intensification of exchanges in spring-summer allowed for the release of those missing and detained before the full-scale war.
An international driver's license can be obtained offline at the Ministry of Internal Affairs service centers. The procedure takes up to five working days, and the document is valid for three years.
The body of former Ukrainian Interior Ministry official Ihor Hrushevskyi was found in Barcelona. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, death occurred as a result of drowning.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has approved the new personal composition of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine. The changes occurred after personnel reshuffles in the government.
In the updated government led by Yulia Svyrydenko, most ministers retained their positions, some swapped chairs. Denys Shmyhal headed the Ministry of Defense, Herman Halushchenko — the Ministry of Justice, and Svitlana Hrynchuk — the Ministry of Energy.
Special Representative of the US President Keith Kellogg visited the training locations of the National Guard of Ukraine, familiarizing himself with the equipment and combat training. He noted the courage of Ukrainian soldiers and the high quality of their training, stressing the value of Ukraine's experience for the armies of other countries.
Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko refused to replace Rustem Umerov as Minister of Defense. MP Oleksiy Honcharenko reported that after Klymenko's refusal, Denys Shmyhal's candidacy is being considered.
President Zelenskyy proposed Yulia Svyrydenko to head the government, which will lead to the resignation of Denys Shmyhal and the entire Cabinet of Ministers. Shmyhal may head the Ministry of Defense, and Umerov may become the ambassador to the USA.
The State Emergency Service of Ukraine received Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUVs for rapid response units. These vehicles will be used for clearing debris, rescue operations, and evacuation in extreme conditions.
Since the start of the full-scale invasion, the National Police of Ukraine has uncovered 447 cases of human trafficking. 365 victims have been identified, including women, men, and children.
The SBI has completed its investigation into Serhiy Kolbin, commander of the Sevastopol "Berkut", and his subordinates. They are accused of killing Maidan activists and facilitating the occupation of Crimea, specifically of using prohibited ammunition on February 18, 2014, which led to the death of three people.
The Budget Committee approved consideration of bill 13439 on increasing the budget for the national security and defense sector. The general fund provides for a significant increase for the Ministry of Defense, HUR, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs, while the special fund increases by UAH 10.8 billion.
On July 4, the USA celebrates the 249th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. In Ukraine, this day marks Forensic Expert Day and National Police Day, as well as Country Music Day.
The enemy attacked the village of Raiske three times with drones, destroying houses and repeatedly shelling rescuers. As a result of the shelling, three civilians were killed and three more were injured.
Law enforcement officers exposed a criminal organization of nine people who massively faked official documents, including holographic elements. The 49-year-old resident of Dnipro, who involved his brother and son in the business, turned out to be the organizer of the “business”.
Lolita Kuzina, head of the "DobroDiy" Charity Exchange, explains why the scandal involving Nazariy Husakov's alleged fraud undermines trust in charity. She emphasizes the importance of transparency, accountability, and responsibility in fundraising.
Deputy Interior Minister Oleksiy Sergeyev has announced an update to the Criminal Procedure Code. The Ministry plans to strengthen security services and intensify cooperation with the EU.
More than 300 foreigners and stateless persons, including military and civilians, are considered missing in Ukraine. Data on them is contained in the Unified Register created by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine.
An unknown cyclist opened fire with a pneumatic weapon on the car of veteran Viktoria Dvoretska, in which her son was present, piercing the glass a few centimeters from the child seat. The police quickly identified the attacker, but he faces only an administrative fine.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs criticized the publications of Dnipro Mayor Borys Filatov, which concerned public safety. The agency warned against manipulation and the use of “sensitive topics” for political purposes.
From July 1, Ukraine introduces mandatory full photo and video recording of the vehicle technical inspection process; this is aimed at combating fictitious technical inspections and approaching EU standards.
On July 1, the world celebrates International Joke Day, as well as the Day of the Invention of Sunglasses. In Ukraine, investigators and architects celebrate their professional holiday.
The government registered a bill in the Rada on amendments to the State Budget-2025, which provides for an increase in expenditures on security and defense by UAH 412. 4 billion. Additional expenditures will be covered by increasing budget revenues and domestic borrowings.
Law enforcement officers detained Nazarii Husakov's close friend, who tried to escape by car during searches, deliberately running over a DSR operative. The man has been detained, the car is in the impound lot, investigative actions are ongoing in the fraud case.
The death toll in Dnipro as a result of the Russian attack on June 24 has risen to 21 people, according to Ukraine's Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko. In the region, there are over 340 victims in total, including 38 children.
The State Operator of the Rear of the Ministry of Defense will provide wounded soldiers with adaptive clothing and hygiene kits. The supply of "wounded packages" is planned for the second half of this year.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine has reacted to the attack on officer of the 12th Special Purpose Brigade "Azov", Andriy Korynevych, in Ivano-Frankivsk on June 13. Two men have been detained and notified of suspicion on the grounds of hooliganism.
Ukrainians will be able to order an extract of criminal record with an apostille through "Diia" with postal delivery. The service is currently undergoing beta testing for everyone.
The SBU prevented two assassination attempts on the well-known journalist Dmytro Gordon. At least two agency networks were involved in the operations, one of which was coordinated by former regional MP Vitaliy Hrushevsky, and the other by a Dagestani criminal group.