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Chinese engines are secretly supplied to the Russian drone manufacturer IEMZ Kupol through shell companies, which has allowed for an increase in the production of Harpy-A1 attack drones despite Western sanctions. The new Chinese firm Beijing Xichao International Technology and Trade began supplying L550E engines to Kupol after sanctions were imposed on Xiamen Limbach Aviation Engine Co.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing. They urged China to use its influence on Russia to end its aggressive war against Ukraine, acknowledging that relations between Beijing and Brussels have reached a "watershed moment."
Iran does not plan to abandon uranium enrichment, despite serious damage to facilities from US strikes, which is a matter of national pride. Negotiations with European states, China, and Russia on the nuclear issue and possible sanctions are resuming, as the 2015 agreement expires in October.
The US Secretary of State and the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have set the end of August as the deadline for concluding a nuclear deal with Iran. If an agreement is not reached, the "snapback" mechanism will be triggered, reinstating all UN Security Council sanctions.
The European Union calls on China to help end Russian aggression against Ukraine. China's support for Russia's military efforts negatively affects relations between the EU and China.
Donald Trump announced the introduction of an additional 10% tariffs on countries that join BRICS' "anti-American policies. " This announcement came amid the BRICS summit in Brazil, where the group criticized US tariff policies.
The President of France discussed the situation in the Middle East and the war in Ukraine, as well as Iran's nuclear program, on the phone with Russian dictator Putin. Putin stated that the conflict in Ukraine is a consequence of the policy of Western states.
Iran has appealed to the UN, demanding that Israel and the US be held responsible for military actions and pay compensation. This followed missile attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities.
Russia demonstrates the limitations of its strategic relations with Iran, providing only diplomatic support. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi met in Moscow with Putin and other Russian officials to discuss further assistance, but Russia is limited in its capabilities due to the war in Ukraine.
Russia has been included in the UN "List of Shame" for the third time in a row for killing and maiming Ukrainian children. This is a permanent member of the UN Security Council, which systematically attacks children, schools, and hospitals, and also abducts children.
The UN Security Council discussed Russia's massive shelling of Ukraine, including the June 17 attack on Kyiv, which killed 28 people. The Assistant Secretary-General of the UN emphasized that the number of civilian casualties increased by 47% in 2025 compared to 2024.
Israel's Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon stated that Israel will not cease attacks against Iran until the nuclear threat is eliminated. Iran's Ambassador to the UN Amir Saeid Iravani expressed concern about possible US involvement in this conflict.
The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on the evening of June 20 at Ukraine's request due to large-scale Russian attacks. Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga called for a principled stance from member states.
Maxar satellite images showed the aftermath of Israel's strike on Iran's nuclear facilities in Natanz and Isfahan. The plant where Iran was enriching uranium was destroyed.
France condemns Iran's nuclear program, reaffirming Israel's right to self-defense. Macron called on the parties to exercise restraint to avoid destabilizing the region.
Israel has launched an operation to eliminate Iran's nuclear potential, which may last several weeks. The IDF has been preparing it for 8 months. The operation is aimed at Iran's nuclear potential.
Iranian sources report Israeli strikes in Tabriz and Shiraz. The defeat of the IRGC command center, a missile factory and an ammunition depot has been confirmed.
Israeli airstrikes on Iran have sparked a wave of criticism. China has expressed concern, and Arab countries have condemned the actions, emphasizing the violation of sovereignty and the threat to regional stability.
Iran initiated an urgent meeting of the UN Security Council due to massive Israeli strikes. Tehran promised a response to the aggression and launched more than 100 drones at Israel.
Iran has announced the creation of a new uranium enrichment center, increasing tensions with the US and Israel. This was in response to IAEA criticism of Tehran's nuclear commitments.
The HACC has satisfied the second lawsuit of the Ministry of Justice regarding the recovery of Vyshynskyi's assets. More than UAH 10 million has been recovered to the state's revenue, the activity of which is aimed at supporting the aggression of the Russian Federation.
The US has blocked a UN Security Council resolution on an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Washington demands that Hamas disarm and leave Gaza, accusing the resolution of undermining US efforts.
UN countries supported Latvia, which nominated its candidacy for the first time. Latvia pledged to promote peace, security and sustainable development, receiving 178 votes.
Russian media published a draft memorandum on a ceasefire, handed over by the Kremlin to Ukraine in Istanbul. The conditions include the withdrawal of troops from territories and the recognition of Crimea.
Russia handed over to Ukraine a draft "peace memorandum" with demands for the withdrawal of troops from 4 regions, recognition of occupied Crimea as Russian, neutrality and reduction of the army.
Nebenzya stated that Russia is ready to consider a ceasefire on the condition that mobilization in Ukraine is stopped and the supply of weapons from the West is ceased. Sybiha called this rhetoric a slap in the face to everyone who advocates for peace.
Russia declares its readiness to escalate hostilities, ignoring calls for peace. Sybiha emphasizes that this is a contempt for all countries that strive for a peaceful settlement.
UN Security Council meeting showed: the world condemns Russia's attacks on the civilian population of Ukraine. Sybiha stressed support for the call for a 30-day ceasefire.
Ukraine initiated a meeting of the UN Security Council due to the latest Russian attacks. Sybiha stressed the need to force Russia to cease fire and transfer the memorandum.
The UN Security Council meeting convened by France will consider Russian aggression and terror against civilians. Ukraine calls for increased pressure on Moscow.