A UH-1Y Venom military helicopter crashed at an airbase in the Czech Republic. One soldier died, four were injured, H-1 flights have been suspended.
The decision was made at the 48th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Busan. This confirms the threats due to the Russian occupation of Crimea and illegal excavations.
The Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Transport of the Czech Republic have submitted a bill that will allow personnel of private companies to neutralize UAVs. The new rules will be a response to the increase in incidents with unauthorized drone flights.
Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha met with a delegation of representatives from 23 OSCE countries. He emphasized the need to release the Ukrainian SMM OSCE staff members whom Russia has been holding since 2022.
A group of Ukrainian servicemen took part in the annual parade on the Champs-Élysées. They marched at the end, receiving warm applause.
Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov reported on a new delivery of mobile F-16 simulators. The simulators are designed specifically for Ukrainian pilots and will allow increasing the intensity of training.
June 20 marks World Refugee Day. As of the beginning of May 2026, nearly 4.37 million Ukrainians have received temporary protection in EU countries.
92% of Ukrainians plan a vacation in the summer of 2026, almost 70% choose to vacation in Ukraine. Popular foreign destinations are Turkey, Egypt, and European countries.
European partners may finance the purchase of ten L-39NG Skyfox training and combat aircraft. The aircraft have been equipped with the capability to use underwing machine guns and missiles for intercepting drones.
Canada begins its home 2026 World Cup with a match against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. Bryan Adams, Michael Bublé, and Alanis Morissette are set to perform before the game.
Germany is allocating €300 million for 50,000 shells for Ukraine as part of the Czech initiative. Last year, the FRG had already directed €1 billion to this project.
The European Commission will tighten visa rules for Russians following complaints from 11 countries. New security measures will be introduced within the framework of the Visa Code.
EU Commissioner Brunner reported on discussions regarding the exclusion of men aged 23-60 from protection. A final decision will be made in the coming weeks.
Czech police discovered cocaine in Metropolitan Hilarion's car during a trip to Budapest. Following the detention, the clergyman left for Moscow.
Eleven countries are demanding that the European Commission stop issuing Schengen visas to citizens of the Russian Federation. In 2025, Russians received more than 620 thousand entry permits.
Ukraine crushed Georgia 4:0 and reached the semifinals of the 2026 European Minifootball Championship. The next opponent for our national team will be Hungary on June 3.
The EU plans to extend protection for Ukrainians beyond 2027 with new rules for men. The restrictions will not affect those who are already in Europe.
The "Night Wolves" have opened new chapters in Europe to support Russian aggression. Club members are raising funds for the occupiers and spreading Kremlin propaganda.
Slovan owner Ondřej Kania is ready to sell Aziz Kayondo to Moscow Spartak. He plans to donate all proceeds to the Embassy of Ukraine.
Artist Alina Grosu has baptized her one-and-a-half-month-old son, Mark Gabriel. Iryna Bilyk became the godmother, officially becoming the singer's 'kuma' for the first time.
Greece has transferred 66 M110A2 self-propelled guns, 68 M114 guns, and 56 M101 howitzers to Ukraine. The volume of artillery deliveries significantly exceeded previous official reports.
A Russian drone hit a residential building in Romania, resulting in civilian casualties. NATO and EU countries condemned the attack and called for a decisive response to Moscow.
The vessel returned to Cape Town after seven months of operation and 18 crossings of the Drake Passage. For the first time, scientists conducted research beyond the Arctic Circle.
19-year-old Karpaty goalkeeper Nazar Domchak has moved to Slavia Prague. The contract is signed until 2031, and the buyout fee amounted to 5 million euros.
The number of countries in the Czech shell initiative has decreased from 18 to 9.
Zelenskyy hinted at Lukashenko's illegitimacy due to Tsikhanouskaya's participation in the international summit. Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to discuss relations specifically with her.
Metropolitan Hilarion was released in the Czech Republic without charges after drugs were discovered in the car. Forensic examination confirmed the composition of the substance; the investigation is ongoing.
The Czech government has approved a bill to revoke protection status for absences exceeding 30 days. Additionally, refugees will be required to register their vehicles.
An ROC Metropolitan was detained in Czechia due to a suspicious substance in his car trunk. The priest denies any guilt and claims he had received prior political threats.
Petr Pavel called on NATO to shoot down Russian aircraft and disconnect the country from the internet and banks. He believes the Alliance must "show its teeth" to Russia
