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President Zelenskyy signed decrees on synchronizing Ukrainian sanctions with the 15th, 16th, and 17th packages of anti-Russian restrictions from the European Union. The new sanctions also target companies from China that supply components for Russian weapons production, including "Shaheds."

Russian occupiers discussed the use of poisonous substances against Ukrainian defenders. Intelligence services of the Netherlands and Germany confirm Russia's widespread use of prohibited chemical weapons in Ukraine.

The Port of Rotterdam is reserving berths for vessels with military cargo and planning cargo diversions in case of conflict. This is being done in coordination with Antwerp and at NATO's request.

The first malaria drug suitable for infants and very young children has been approved for use. It is expected to be rolled out in African countries within weeks, where malaria caused an estimated 597,000 deaths in 2023, mostly among children under five.

Dutch F-35 fighter jets will guard NATO airspace over Eastern Europe from September 1 to December 1. This will ensure the security of military equipment supplies to Ukraine and a rapid response to intruders.

According to the UN, as of July 1, 2025, 5. 6 million Ukrainians are outside Ukraine. Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic remain the main countries for Ukrainian migrants.

From October 1, Ukrainians who work and live in municipal housing in the Netherlands will pay more than twice as much. This decision by Minister Mona Keijzer is aimed at reducing inequality and partially covering utility costs.

Intelligence services of the Netherlands and Germany have collected evidence of Russia's widespread use of prohibited chemical weapons in Ukraine, including the dropping of a suffocating substance from drones. The Dutch Minister of Defense called for increased sanctions against Moscow, as at least three Ukrainian deaths are linked to the use of chemical weapons.

The Ministry of Justice is preparing a new bill on the penitentiary system, shifting the focus from punishment to rehabilitation of convicted persons. Deputy Minister of Justice Yevhen Pikalov announced an increase in employees' salaries and the creation of a center for monitoring electronic bracelets.

The Ukrainian men's national volleyball team secured its fifth victory in the 2025 Nations League, defeating Bulgaria 3:1. This victory moved the team to fifth place in the standings, and they continue to compete for the playoffs.

Dozens of people have died in Madagascar from food poisoning, including after a party, causing fear among the population. This has led to significant economic losses for small street restaurants, whose incomes have fallen by 70%.

Germany will increase the minimum wage to 13. 90 euros per hour in 2026 and to 14.60 euros in 2027. This will make it the second highest in the EU after Luxembourg.

Ukraine received minehunter-sweepers BNS Narcis and Zr. Ms. Vlaardingen from Belgium and the Netherlands. The latter was named "Melitopol."

England and Germany will meet in the final of the European Youth Football Championship (U-21) on June 28 at 22:00 Kyiv time. England defeated the Netherlands 2:1, and Germany defeated France 3:0 in the semi-finals.

Netflix will remove over 20 games from its Game service, representing almost 20% of the catalog. These include titles like Hades, LEGO Legacy, and the Monument Valley series.

US President Donald Trump has declared his support for Article 5 of the NATO treaty, which means mutual defense of all alliance members. This confirmation came during the summit, despite previous comments that caused some confusion among NATO members.

US President Donald Trump compared possible military strikes on Iran to the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. He emphasized the effectiveness of his actions, claiming that Iran went through "hell" and will not want to enrich again.

US and Turkish Presidents discussed regional, global issues, and bilateral ties. The meeting took place at the NATO summit in The Hague, where the parties called for a peaceful settlement in Gaza and dialogue on Ukraine.

The meeting between the Presidents of Ukraine and the United States, Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump, is scheduled for Wednesday around 2:30 p. m. local time. It will take place on the sidelines of the NATO summit in The Hague, where the leaders will make brief statements.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has stated that Donald Trump is no longer interested in Canada becoming the 51st state of the United States. He also noted Canada's increased defense spending at Trump's initiative.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that there is no place for Ukraine in NATO, and Zelenskyy's presence only at an informal dinner in The Hague marks "the end of an era. " Orbán believes that Ukraine's entry into any integration community does not correspond to Hungary's national interests.

US President Donald Trump will spend the night in the royal palace during the NATO summit in the Netherlands. This is a unique gesture, as he will also have breakfast with the royal family.

World leaders gathered for dinner with the Dutch Royal Family. President Zelenskyy is seated at a separate table from Trump, who sat with key allies.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, thanking him for his support of Ukraine. They discussed the issue of Russian aggression and the need to increase sanctions pressure.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha and Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp discussed strengthening Ukraine's air defense, increasing defense assistance, cooperation in drone production, and tightening sanctions against Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof in The Hague. A new aid package for Ukraine worth 175 million euros, including 100 drone detection radars, and an additional 80 million euros for drones, was discussed.

Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, Russia has launched 28,743 Shahed drones at Ukraine, 2,736 of them in June of this year. Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine would not be able to shoot down these drones without the help of partners.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the Dutch parliament for assistance that saves lives in Ukraine, including air defense systems and investments in defense. He also coordinated steps with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte regarding the NATO summit and strengthening air defense.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on international partners to stop supplying components for Russian missiles and equipment. He emphasized that these components, found in Russian weapons, come from various countries, including European ones, the USA, China, and Taiwan.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia is planning new military operations on NATO territory, as Putin has no intention of stopping the war. He emphasized the need to stop Putin in Ukraine and called on European countries to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP.