Mariupol
On June 20, the SBU released exclusive video of the prisoner exchange involving defenders from Mariupol, Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, Kharkiv, and Chernihiv regions. The exchange was made possible thanks to the work of the Joint Center and the Coordination Headquarters.
Today, June 20, Ukraine conducted a prisoner exchange, bringing home servicemen who have severe injuries or serious health problems, among them defenders of Mariupol. The oldest released is 60 years old, and all of them will receive necessary medical assistance and rehabilitation.
Moscow's Lokomotiv received a three-year transfer ban and is obliged to pay FC Mariupol 50,000 euros for the transfer of Marc René Mampassi. This decision of the Court of Arbitration for Sport confirmed the previous FIFA decision, despite Russian appeals.
President Zelenskyy announced the return from Russian captivity of most of the soldiers who had been there for more than two years. Among them are defenders of Mariupol, Donetsk Oblast, Luhansk Oblast, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, Kherson Oblast, Kharkiv Oblast, and Chernihiv Oblast.
The state-owned company "Ukrbud" was acquired for UAH 805 million by the company "Petro Oil And Chemicals", linked to Georgian oligarch Bezhuashvili. His business controls Russian assets, and the deal was facilitated by relatives of ex-mayor Chernovetsky and businessman Timur Mindich.
Ukraine is preparing a new stage of prisoner exchange with Russia. Recently, a group of severely wounded and seriously ill soldiers, most of whom are defenders of Mariupol, returned from Russian captivity.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced plans for a prisoner exchange next week. There was also an exchange during which officers, border guards, soldiers and sergeants held since 2022 were returned.
On June 13, 2014, Ukrainian troops liberated Mariupol from pro-Russian militants. In 2022, the city was once again occupied as a result of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation.
Today is celebrated Sewing Machine Day, International Axe Throwing Day, World Softball Day, the Day of Liberation of Mariupol, and International Albinism Awareness Day.
In Kyiv, the unique mosaic panel "Kestrel" (orig. "Boriviter"), which was destroyed by the occupiers in Mariupol, has been restored. It will later be exhibited in various cities of Ukraine and Europe.
Severely wounded and sick Ukrainian defenders, including the defenders of Mariupol, have been released from Russian captivity. They will receive medical assistance, rehabilitation, and payments.
On the day of Russia, residents of the occupied cities of Ukraine showed Russian passports, emphasizing that this is not their choice, but a consequence of the occupation. The action covered the cities of Luhansk, Donetsk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia regions.
Kyrylo Budanov announced the preparation of a new stage of the prisoner exchange. Today, soldiers returned home, including defenders of Mariupol.
A group of seriously wounded and sick soldiers, including the defenders of Mariupol, have been returned to Ukraine. Some of the released soldiers were considered missing in the war.
Ukrainian soldiers were returned from Russian captivity in critical condition. Many of them have serious injuries, illnesses and need immediate medical assistance.
A group of soldiers with amputations, vision problems and other serious health problems have been returned to Ukraine. They will be provided with all the necessary medical assistance and rehabilitation.
The Coordination Headquarters announced the preparation of a new stage of the release of Ukrainian prisoners of war. A large exchange is underway, the details of which will be announced later for security reasons.
In the temporarily occupied Mariupol, Russians are conducting raids on Ukrainians without a Russian passport. The goal is to put pressure on local residents who have not obtained a Russian passport.
Military personnel of the "Azov" regiment in Russia were sentenced to long prison terms for allegedly killing civilians during the battles for Mariupol. Orlov was sentenced to 26 years, Novikov - 24 years.
The ATESH movement has discovered "Sitronics KT" JSC in St. Petersburg, which develops and maintains UAVs with a range of over 200 km and trains operators for the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation.
The SBU has notified two Russian judges of suspicion, who illegally sentenced two captured "AZOV" soldiers to 18 years in prison. They were tried on fabricated charges.
President Zelenskyy emphasized that the world must remember every child killed by Russia. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, 631 children died as a result of the Russian Federation's aggression.
The occupiers have increased air defense patrols around airfields in Crimea, particularly in Saki, Dzhankoi, and Gvardiyske. The reason for this is the massive attacks by Ukrainian UAVs.
"Atesh" agents damaged a relay cabinet on the new Volnovakha-Mariupol railway. This disrupted the train control system and will complicate the supply of the occupiers.
The Russians opened an exhibition in Mariupol to glorify the 810th Brigade of the Russian Navy, which participated in the blockade of the city.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his wife visited the "Book Arsenal", where they purchased several books, including "Kill the Tyrant" and "Lyrics of Mariupol Bomb Shelters". The President noted the resilience of Ukrainians and the power of culture.
Ukrainian intelligence conducted a special operation in Vladivostok, hitting enemy manpower, equipment and special equipment. Authorities announced an explosion of gas cylinders and closed roads.
A massive discharge of sewage has been recorded in Sevastopol Bay, which has led to the death of dolphins. The occupying authorities dumped sewage into the sea for more than a day, causing poisoning of the animals.
In Stavropol, the deputy head of the administration, Zaur Gurtciev, died in an explosion. He participated in the war in Ukraine and may have directed air strikes on Mariupol.
In challenging times for the country, investing in the future becomes a matter of national resilience. That is why the Favbet Foundation continues its systematic support for children's and youth sports, inclusive initiatives, and educational projects.