New Zealand
Heavy rains and winds have hit New Zealand, causing floods and landslides. A state of emergency has been declared in the Nelson-Tasman region, and authorities are urging evacuation.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the Prime Minister of New Zealand, Christopher Luxon. They discussed investments in the production of military equipment in Ukraine and an initiative against Iranian "Shaheds".
The Gallie family is selling Shuna Island in the Hebrides after 80 years of ownership. The island, almost 500 hectares in size with castle ruins, a farm, and holiday homes, is priced at 5.5 million pounds.
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has canceled his participation in the NATO summit in The Hague due to "various circumstances," including the unlikelihood of meetings in the Indo-Pacific Quad format and with US President Donald Trump. Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya will still attend the event.
On June 24-25, a NATO summit will be held in The Hague, where the main issues will be a new defense budget of 5% of GDP and the war in Ukraine. Spain has expressed reluctance to increase spending, and a meeting of the Ukraine-NATO Council is not planned.
Ukraine will direct over UAH 22 billion in partner funds to reconstruction, of which nearly UAH 18. 5 billion from JICA will go to medicine, education, agriculture, humanitarian demining, and municipal services. Another UAH 2.2 billion from the EU is allocated for port infrastructure modernization, and UAH 1.4 billion from JICA for energy sector restoration and demining.
New Zealand has announced an aid package for Ukraine totaling 16 million New Zealand dollars, equivalent to over 9 million US dollars. These funds are intended for military and humanitarian aid, as well as to support Ukrainians displaced to neighboring countries.
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%.
President Zelenskyy instructed Ukrainian diplomacy to conduct a "month of pressure on Russia" to increase the cost of war and limit Russia's ability to produce means of terror. Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha emphasized that the diplomatic system is mobilizing efforts ahead of the EU and NATO summits, expecting determination from partners, particularly the US, regarding sanction pressure.
Ukrainian track and field athlete Vitaliy Rymaruk died on the front line. The man was a Ukrainian champion in discus throw among youth and a prize-winner in adult competitions. He is survived by his wife and daughter.
New Zealand has imposed new sanctions against 18 individuals and organizations supporting Russia's military efforts, as well as against 27 vessels of Russia's "shadow fleet". The restrictions are aimed at supporters from North Korea, Iran, and Belarus.
New Zealand authorities have allowed the use of psilocybin to treat therapy-resistant depression. Only experienced psychiatrists will be able to prescribe the drug under strict rules.
49-year-old monumental and decorative art artist Mykhailo Klymchenko died on the front lines. He created mosaics and stained glass windows for temples, in particular in Putyvl, Kharkiv, and Kyiv.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
James Cameron is adapting Joe Abercrombie's novel "The Devils", postponing work on "Avatar 4". The book tells about Diaz's brother and his mission among demons.
A volunteer from New Zealand, Sean Le Kerns, died during combat operations. He defended Ukraine in the ranks of the Defense Forces, as reported by the Ambassador of Ukraine to Australia.
May 29 marks the Ascension of the Lord, the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, and commemorates the conquest of Mount Everest. World Day of Cows and Digestive Health is also celebrated.
A 19-year-old died from a traumatic brain injury sustained while playing "run straight" with friends. This game, which has become popular on social media, involves head-to-head collisions without protective gear.
Most beaches are planned to be opened in Odesa and the region. There is also high demand for recreation in the Carpathians, Zakarpattia, and Bukovel.
Latvia has sent 1,500 combat drones to Ukraine as part of an international coalition. Two Latvian companies will supply 12,000 drones within six months.
The NATO summit has been shortened to two days, and the final declaration may not contain any mention of Ukraine and Russia. The question of inviting Zelensky remains open.
Three New Zealand MPs have been suspended for performing the haka dance in protest against a bill. Their actions were deemed pressure and disrespect for the legislature.
The United States opposed inviting Volodymyr Zelensky to the NATO summit in The Hague on June 24. Only four partner countries from Asia submitted applications to participate.
Latvian companies will supply 12,000 drones within the framework of the Drone Coalition. Support for the coalition to Ukraine in 2024 amounted to EUR 1.8 billion.
New Zealand is expanding its military assistance to Ukraine, including military training and intelligence. The country has provided Ukraine with $152 million in financial support.