NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte highly praised the effectiveness of Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refining infrastructure. According to him, the total production volume at refineries in Russia has decreased by a third.
SBU fighters struck the ships "Volga" and "Vyatka", as well as the ferry "Petropavlovsk" at the "Zatoka" plant in Kerch.
Ukrainian defense company Fire Point is accelerating the development of the European missile defense system FREYJA after signing an agreement with German HENSOLDT. The first FP-7.X interceptor missiles could be ready by the end of this year.
A new Pew Research Center survey of 42,000 respondents in 36 countries found that only 23% trust Donald Trump's leadership. The reliability of the US as a partner has also sharply declined, particularly in Sweden — from 83% to 31%.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, together with her British, French, German and Polish counterparts, will meet in Berlin on June 24. The "E5" group will discuss strengthening Ukraine's defense and sanctions against Russia.
The President of Ukraine recorded four repeaters in the Gomel and Brest regions of Belarus, which are used for drone attacks. Kyiv demands that Minsk dismantle the equipment.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland commented on the fact that President Nawrocki decided to deprive Zelenskyy of the order. This decision, according to Sikorski, benefits only Moscow.
Vasyl Bodnar returned the Knight's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland due to the decision of the President of Poland to strip Volodymyr Zelenskyy of the Order of the White Eagle.
Head of the OP Kyrylo Budanov stated that the decision of Polish President Nawrocki to strip Zelenskyy of the order is a gift for the Moscow aggressor. He also refused his own Polish award in protest.
President Zelenskyy stated that repeaters for adjusting Russian drone attacks on Ukraine are operating on the territory of Belarus. He called on Lukashenko to turn them off within a week, otherwise the Armed Forces of Ukraine will do it.
Nasri Asfura during his first official visit paid tribute to Ukrainian defenders. President Zelensky called this an important gesture of respect and solidarity.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the damage to the oil processing unit and tanks at the Moscow Oil Refinery.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha stated that long-range strikes on Russia are carried out with Ukrainian weapons. He emphasized that Putin made a historic mistake by attacking Ukraine.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Hungary's new Prime Minister Péter Magyar had contact on the sidelines of the EU summit in Brussels. Magyar called on European leaders to be honest and move away from double standards.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico shared details of negotiations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the EU summit, calling the development of the dialogue constructive and substantive. The parties discussed the current situation and EU enlargement, despite differing views.
President Zelenskyy stated that Putin does not seek peace because he fears the return of the army without victory. He emphasized that Ukraine needs air defense and funding to deter aggression.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will continue to insist on creating an air defense system to protect Europe from Russian ballistic missiles. The project will be implemented together with partners.
President Zelenskyy announced agreements on receiving additional F-16 fighter jets. The key issue remains the urgent training of pilots for their use.
The President of Ukraine stated that the Ukrainian army has become a key force for NATO, deterring Russian aggression. He emphasized that without Ukraine, Putin will not be able to restore the USSR.
Denys Shtilerman stated that European partners are most impressed by the price-to-effectiveness ratio of Ukrainian weapons. He emphasized that Ukraine's experience is forcing Europe to reconsider its defense planning.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed readiness for negotiations with Putin, calling his statements about peace a lie. He emphasized the need for a strong position of Ukraine and a more active role of Europe.
EU leaders at the summit in Brussels decided to extend economic sanctions against Russia for 12 months. The sanctions include restrictions on trade, finance, energy, and transport.
European Council President Costa explained contacts with Russia as preparation for the peace process. The EU does not have a unified position on dialogue with the Kremlin.
President Zelenskyy proposed to Bulgaria a special bilateral Drone Deal agreement. The parties agreed to intensify work on joint initiatives.
The President of Ukraine urged the EU to use the unblocked €6 billion as soon as possible for air defense and ammunition. He also asked to prepare a winter aid package with gas and missiles.
At the "Ramstein" meeting, partners announced support packages worth over $2. 5 billion. Among the results are over $1 billion for the PURL program, $500 million for long-range munitions, and $1 billion for Ukrainian drones and missiles.
Macron convinced Trump to support Ukraine after Zelenskyy showed a photo of the damaged Assumption Cathedral in Kyiv. G7 leaders adapted their messages to Trump's view of global politics.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Prime Minister of Poland Donald Tusk in Brussels. The sides discussed Ukraine's European integration and security challenges due to russia's aggression.
President Zelenskyy met with Slovak Prime Minister Fico in Brussels and discussed peace efforts and European integration. Zelenskyy thanked Slovakia for its support and invited Fico to visit Ukraine.
Near the Russian capital, queues have formed due to a fuel shortage. Gasoline prices range from 72 to 85 rubles per liter.
