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Five EU countries propose temporarily restricting voting rights for new members of the bloc. The initiative envisages strengthening control over the rule of law.
Since the beginning of the week, the enemy has attacked 11 regions, injuring dozens of people. Residential buildings, energy infrastructure, and a Panama-flagged vessel came under fire.
Mette Frederiksen called the support for Ukraine Europe's self-defense. Russia uses disinformation and threats to pressure NATO and Baltic countries.
Kubilius proposes creating a defense union based on the E5 for Ukraine's rapid integration. The new structure will allow for the strengthening of European security outside the EU.
Zelenskyy discussed strengthening air defense and developing defense production with partners. The priority is the PURL program and the creation of an anti-ballistic system.
Zelenskyy stated the impossibility of defending Europe without Ukraine's participation in NATO. The NB8 leaders confirmed the state's importance for the security of the entire continent.
The EU, G7, and NATO summits in the summer of 2026 will be defining for the war. Zelenskyy expects the opening of clusters regarding Ukraine's membership in the European Union.
One of the largest international exhibitions in the field of defense and security, Eurosatory-2026, kicks off in Paris on June 15. The Ukrainian company Fire Point, developer of the FREYJA anti-ballistic software, will participate in the event.
Estonian President Alar Karis called for the opening of all negotiation clusters regarding Ukraine's accession to the EU in June. He emphasized that there are no obstacles.
The President met with Petteri Orpo ahead of the NB8 summit to discuss anti-ballistic defense. The parties are preparing a Drone Deal and strengthening air defense.
The Chonhar Bridge has been struck by drones once more; vehicle traffic across the facility has been completely halted. Transport is being rerouted through Armiansk and Perekop.
Zelenskyy commented on the removal of Ukrainian flags in Britain and called for the transfer of funds from Chelsea. The President plans to invite King Charles to Ukraine.
The President of Ukraine will hold talks with the Estonian leadership and participate in the NB8 summit. The parties will discuss defense, European integration, and new sanctions.
Forward Divock Origi has retired after spells at Liverpool and AC Milan. The player is remembered for his decisive goals in the Champions League and at World Cups.
NATO fighter jets destroyed a foreign drone in Latvian airspace. General Lejiņš announced the doubling of the country's defense capabilities by the end of the year.
Pashinyan's party won 50% of the vote in the elections and retained power. The vote confirmed the course toward a further weakening of Russia's political influence in the country.
There are no signs of a Russian withdrawal from the Kinburn Spit; only rotation is possible. Ukrainian drones are increasing pressure on the occupiers' logistics in the southern direction.
French fighter jets destroyed a drone that entered Latvia. An orange alert level was declared in the border regions.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed air defense missile requirements and the protection of the energy grid with Keir Starmer. The leaders coordinated their positions ahead of the G7 and NATO summits.
Zelenskyy and E3 leaders agreed on peace terms with an immediate ceasefire. The plan includes the deployment of international forces and security guarantees for Ukraine.
The Alliance has established the FLF unit in Finland for rapid response. The new military unit also includes a Swedish combat group.
On the night of June 7, Special Operations Forces struck the "Semykolodezyanska" oil depot and a marine oil terminal in Feodosia. According to Fire Point co-owner Denys Shtilerman, the strike was carried out by FP-2 drones.
Fedorov and the Norwegian Defense Minister discussed the supply of Patriot missiles and drone funding. Aid priorities were coordinated ahead of the Ramstein meeting.
Due to the effects of Russian electronic warfare, Ukraine lost control of four drones. One device exploded in the port of Constanța, while others fell into the sea with no casualties reported.
Corruption scandals within the ESBU have brought to the fore the issue of auditing criminal proceedings that may be used as a tool for pressuring businesses. Experts believe that verifying the legality of such cases, particularly those regarding aircraft leasing, should be the first step toward a genuine reboot of the Economic Security Bureau of Ukraine.
Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár met with Andrii Sybiha in Vinnytsia. The parties honored the fallen defenders and discussed future cooperation.
Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov discussed priorities with NATO Secretary General Rutte ahead of Ramstein. The focus is on air defense, PAC-3 missiles, and the joint UNITE initiative.
Ukraine is asking Germany for dozens of Patriot missiles in exchange for future deliveries. Berlin may announce a decision before the July NATO summit.
In May, 18 oil facilities and 15 maritime targets were hit in the RF. The maximum strike distance reached a record 1,700 kilometers.
Serbian intelligence services have warned Vučić of a security threat during the summit in Montenegro. The President plans to visit despite the activities of foreign intelligence agencies.