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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.

Today, June 21, marks Atheist Solidarity Day, International Yoga Day, Selfie Day, and World Music Day. Also, according to the church calendar, the Day of Remembrance of the Holy Martyr Julian of Tarsus is honored.

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.

European diplomats called on Iran to continue nuclear talks with the United States, despite Israeli strikes. They stressed that regional escalation is dangerous and Iran is not allowed to have nuclear weapons.

European and Iranian foreign ministers met to assess Tehran's readiness for talks on a new, strengthened nuclear deal. This happened amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, with the United States expressing readiness for direct contacts with Iran.

The Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine reported that UN payments for pensioners, persons without pension rights, and people with disabilities have been extended until the end of July. Thanks to the joint program of the Ministry of Social Policy, the Pension Fund, and the WFP UN, which began in August 2023, over 315,000 Ukrainians receive financial support monthly.

China has become a key supplier to the Kremlin's war machine, reflected in the use of Chinese components in Shahed drones and other weapons. This enables the aggressor to intensify shelling of Ukraine, despite Western sanctions and Beijing's public statements.

In 2024, violence against children in conflict zones reached unprecedented levels, with a 25% increase in grave violations. Gaza, DRC, Somalia, Nigeria, and Haiti are of particular concern.

Nearly 4. 3 million Ukrainians have received temporary protection in EU countries as of the end of January 2025. The largest number of Ukrainians are in Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic, where their numbers are increasing.

Nutritionist Olha Voynikova explained that detox diets are a myth, as the body has an effective detoxification system. She emphasizes that such diets can be harmful to health.

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.

In 2024, at least 975 people were executed in Iran, the highest number since 2015. The majority of executions (52%) were related to drug offenses.

The Finnish Parliament supported withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention, which prohibits anti-personnel mines. The decision requires presidential confirmation.

June 19 marks World Football Day for Children. In Ukraine, this sport faces the challenges of war but continues to develop thanks to support and new initiatives.

Putin called the missile strikes on Ukraine attacks on the "defense-industrial complex" with the aim of "demilitarization. " On the night of June 17, Russia carried out a massive strike on Ukraine, which resulted in numerous casualties and injuries, especially in Kyiv.

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.

1119 cases of sexual violence as a result of Russian aggression have been recorded in Ukraine, 750 of which are from men. Assistance has already been approved for 616 victims as part of the pilot project of interim reparations.

Iran warned the US of a harsh response in case of direct participation in Israel's military campaign. Thousands of people left Tehran after the exchange of missile strikes between Iran and Israel.

The bodies of 5 more dead were recovered from under the rubble of a 9-story building. In total, 21 people died in the capital, 134 were injured as a result of the Russian attack.

June 18 marks the International Day for Countering Hate Speech, the Day of the District Police Officer, the birthday of the children's stroller, and the commemoration of the Holy Martyr Leontius.

June 18 has been declared a Day of Mourning in Kyiv for the victims of the massive Russian attack. Flags will be lowered and entertainment events will be banned in the city. The National Council recommends that TV channels and radio stations change their broadcasting schedules.

On June 17, 155 combat clashes took place at the front. Russian troops are actively storming the positions of Ukrainian defenders in the Pokrovsky, Novopavlivsky and Toretsk directions.

In the Solomianskyi district of Kyiv, rescuers have unblocked the bodies of three more victims from under the rubble of a partially destroyed nine-story building. In total, 11 bodies have been found at this address.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs organized a visit of foreign diplomats to the site of the Russian strike on a building in Kyiv. Representatives of more than 60 missions saw the consequences of Russian terror in Ukraine.

India is investigating the Boeing 787-8 crash that killed 270 people. Both black boxes have been found, experts are studying the records to establish the causes of the tragedy.

Vice Prime Minister Chernyshov stated that the introduction of multiple citizenship will strengthen ties with Ukrainians abroad and facilitate their return home, especially after the war.

Israeli military shelled crowds near food distribution points. Since the start of the new aid system, 300 Palestinians have died and over 2,000 have been injured.

June 17 is World Karate Day and the Day to Combat Desertification. Also, on this day, the importance of the profession of garbage collector is remembered.

47-year-old Blaise Metraveli will become the first woman to head MI-6, replacing Richard Moore in the fall. Prior to that, she held the position of Director of Technology and Innovation.