The European Union has proposed sanctions against two small Chinese banks that are helping Russia circumvent trade restrictions. EU financial institutions will be prohibited from any transactions with these banks.
The White House announced preparations for bilateral meetings between Trump and foreign leaders at the G7 summit in Canada. Zelensky is expected to be present.
Ukraine managed to influence the content of the new, 18th package of anti-Russian sanctions of the EU, which includes restrictions on the import of petroleum products and increased pressure on the "shadow fleet". It may become the strongest in a year, but it is still not effective enough to bleed the aggressor country.
Today, the Ukrainian national team will play against New Zealand in the second round of the Canadian Shield tournament. Serhiy Rebrov has announced the starting lineup with 9 changes compared to the game against Canada.
The EU proposes an 18th package of sanctions against Russia, which includes a ban on transactions for "Nord Stream — 1,2", adding 77 shadow fleet vessels to the list, and reducing the price of oil to $45.
Formula 1 updates the calendar for 2026: 24 stages, start in Australia, return of Madrid with a new track instead of Imola. New technical regulations and environmentally friendly fuel.
Today, the Ukrainian national team will play against New Zealand as part of the Canadian Shield tournament. The match will take place in Toronto at 23:50 Kyiv time, with bookmakers favoring Ukraine.
The New York State Senate has approved a bill allowing terminally ill people to end their lives at will. The law will allow patients with a terminal diagnosis to receive a deadly cocktail of drugs.
Andriy Yermak had a conversation with advisors to the leaders of the Nordic countries regarding support for Ukraine and strengthening sanctions against Russia. They discussed preparations for the G7, NATO and EU summits.
Andriy Yermak met with Kęstutis Budrys, discussed EU sanctions against the banking and energy sectors of the Russian Federation. Important synchronization of actions with the USA and other countries.
The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andriy Sybiha, stated the need to strengthen sanctions against the Russian Federation and lower the price of oil to 30 dollars. Strengthening Ukraine is also important.
Qualcomm is acquiring Alphawave for $2. 4 billion, a 96% premium over the closing stock price. The company plans to strengthen its position in the field of artificial intelligence and expand its intellectual property portfolio.
Mark Rutte and Hakan Fidan discussed efforts to end the war between Ukraine and Russia. The parties also discussed preparations for the NATO summit to be held in The Hague on June 24-25.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced preparations for the G7 summit in Canada and the NATO summit in the Netherlands. He emphasized the need to increase pressure on Moscow.
President Zelenskyy stated that he believes in the introduction of US sanctions against Russia under the leadership of Trump. He emphasized the importance of US leadership in this matter.
The G7 summit in Canada will discuss peace in Ukraine, energy security and protection against foreign interference. Canada stresses the importance of working with partners to overcome challenges.
The Ukrainian national football team lost to Canada in the first match of the Canadian Shield tournament with a score of 2:4. The Ukrainians were only able to score two goals towards the end of the game.
The Canadian government has extended preferential treatment for imports of Ukrainian goods until June 9, 2026. Since 2022, exports have exceeded $35 million, and importers have saved $8.5 million.
Canada will provide Ukraine with $23. 8 million in military aid. The funds will go towards Coyote and Bison armored vehicles, new equipment, ammunition, and electronic warfare systems.
Emmanuel Macron will visit Greenland on June 15 to hold talks with the Prime Ministers of Denmark and Greenland on security, climate change and European sovereignty. The visit will take place before the G7 meeting in Canada.
On June 7, the Ukrainian national team will begin its campaign at the Canadian Shield tournament with a match against Canada. Rebrov will give everyone 90 minutes to play, and Sikan will not be able to participate due to passport issues.
The visit of the Ukrainian delegation to the United States was preparation for a meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump in Canada at the G7 summit. Yermak emphasized the importance of the US Congress's support for organizing this meeting.
Brent and WTI oil prices are rising amid the resumption of trade talks between the US and China. Saudi Arabia has cut oil prices for Asia.
The Ukrainian national team met with the diaspora in Canada at the "Canadian Shield" tournament. The football players opened the exhibition "Ukrainian Football", which contains over 200 unique exhibits.
Due to Trump's rhetoric and strict rules, Canadians have cut trips to the US by 20%. Instead, the popularity of the Caribbean, Europe and Mexico has increased among Canadian tourists.
The NATO summit in The Hague will decide how much to spend on defense in the future and discuss a new investment plan. It is important to be able to defend ourselves not only today, but also in a few years.
In June 2025, the nuclear submarine "Knyaz Pozharsky" will join the Northern Fleet of the Russian Federation. The submarine is equipped with 96 nuclear warheads and missiles, making it the basis of Russia's nuclear forces.
The US does not plan to provide air defense equipment to support the peacekeeping forces of Great Britain and France in Ukraine. Allies disagree on how to combat Russian aggression.
The Prime Minister of Canada stated that the country will not immediately react to the increase in US tariffs on steel and aluminum. The government is taking time to consider a response to the actions of the United States.
In 2025, security assistance to Ukraine from partners will exceed the figures of previous years. Great Britain will allocate 350 million pounds for drones, Germany - 5 billion euros for weapons.
