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Donald Trump plans to meet with leaders of Indo-Pacific countries during the NATO summit in the Netherlands to expand security cooperation. The meeting will discuss coordination of actions and defense spending, which NATO plans to increase to 3.5% of GDP, and with additional indicators to 5%.

Several regions of Ukraine, including Kyiv, were covered by heavy rain and thunderstorms. The State Emergency Service warns of possible disruptions in the operation of transport and utility services.

Europe has been hit by its first summer heatwave, causing temperatures of up to 40°C in some regions and prompting emergency measures. The Netherlands is canceling events, and Germany is preparing for thunderstorms that will bring down temperatures.

The UK leads Europe in the number of days of remote work, averaging 1. 8 days per week, due to individualism, prolonged lockdowns, and the structure of the labor market. At the same time, Greece has the lowest indicator – 0.6 days, due to the peculiarities of its economy and culture.

The lower house of the Dutch Parliament supported a petition recognizing the deportation of Crimean Tatars in 1944 by the Soviet Union as genocide. The Netherlands became the seventh country to recognize this crime.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will take part in the NATO summit in The Hague and will meet with the Secretary General of the Alliance and European leaders. Zelenskyy's participation will involve changes in diplomatic rank to avoid awkward encounters with Trump.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is cutting jobs at the world's most powerful military alliance as part of a major restructuring.

Ukraine lost to the Netherlands 2-0 in the last match of Group D of the European Youth Championship. The team took third place in the group and did not advance to the quarterfinals.

The NATO summit in The Hague will last only two and a half hours due to Trump's desire to shorten meetings. Zelensky was invited, but with a diplomatic demotion to avoid meetings with Trump.

Ukraine's youth national football team will play the final match of Group D against the Netherlands in Prešov. For a place in the quarterfinals, a draw is enough for Ukrainians. The match starts at 19:00 Kyiv time.

The head of the EU's foreign policy, Kaja Kallas, warned of a direct threat from the Kremlin through cyberattacks, sabotage, and military maneuvers. Russia spends more on defense than all EU countries combined, which indicates preparation for long-term aggression.

Researchers have developed microscopic mazes on plastic surfaces that block the formation of bacterial biofilms and prevent their reproduction. The discovery may prevent infections and reduce the need for antibiotics.

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.

The long-awaited decision of the international court regarding the downing of passenger flight MH17 and a number of Russia's crimes against humanity in Donbas will be announced by the ECHR on July 9. The case is called "Ukraine and the Netherlands v. Russian Federation".

A meeting of the Ukraine-NATO Council at the level of foreign ministers will take place at the NATO summit in The Hague on June 24-25. They will also discuss defense spending and a new investment plan.

Ukraine insists on the adoption of bill No. 5488 to counter intolerance, as well as bill No. 9103 on civil partnerships for LGBTQ+ military personnel.

Roman Svichkar became the European Fencing Champion, and Alina Komashchuk won a silver medal. These are the first personal awards at the European Championships in the careers of athletes.

The G7 summit starts in Canada on June 15, where leaders will discuss the war in Ukraine, the Israeli-Iranian conflict and Iran's nuclear program. Zelenskyy plans to meet with Trump.

The Dutch government has agreed to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2032, supporting NATO's goal. This decision may lead to a conflict with parliament.

The G7 summit will take place in Canada on June 15-17, where global economic security and other issues will be discussed. Experts told whether Ukraine should expect significant changes.

The goal of Ukrainian winger Maksym Bragaru against Denmark has been nominated for the best goal of the first round of Euro-2025 U-21. Ukraine will play Finland on June 15.

Today, the Ukrainian U-21 team starts at Euro-2025 against Denmark. The coaches have announced the lineups. Bookmakers give preference to Denmark.

White House spokeswoman Karolina Levitt called WP's information about plans to send migrants, including Ukrainians, to Guantanamo a fake. According to her, "nothing is happening."

The heiress to the Dutch throne broke her shoulder while riding and was hospitalized. She will undergo surgery at the Utrecht University Medical Center.

The Trump administration plans to move thousands of illegal immigrants, including citizens of Ukraine and other allied countries, to the military base in Guantanamo Bay to relieve overcrowded centers.

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.

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.

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.

On June 8, the Nations League final will take place in Munich, where Portugal will meet Spain. Both teams confidently made their way to the final, having overcome serious opponents.