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Beijing views SCO countries as an "anchor of stability" amid international conflicts. NATO is observing China's reorganization and military buildup.
The Chinese government has called on NATO to correct its “misconception” of the Asian giant. Earlier, NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg said that China is reorganizing and building up its military power. NATO sees what China, North Korea, and Iran are doing, emphasized the NATO Secretary General.
North Korea opens Wonsan Kalma beach resort to domestic tourists after a six-year delay. According to dictator Kim Jong Un's plans, the resort should stimulate tourism development and attract foreigners, although it is currently only for locals.
South Korea claims North Korea may send troops to Russia in July or August and continues to supply weapons. In exchange for ammunition and missiles, Pyongyang is likely receiving technical advice on satellites and missile guidance systems.
Russia did not suffer from Iran's significant losses in the conflict with Israel, as it has established its own production of "Shahed" and accumulated a significant arsenal of missiles. Moscow is strengthening cooperation with China and North Korea to replenish its military resources.
Ukraine's prospects of joining NATO are diminishing, but the Alliance is considering increasing investment in the arms industry. So far, the US has not committed to providing further weapons, but European countries are financing the production of Ukrainian combat drones.
Russia is preparing the public and military for a potential war with NATO. NATO Secretary General Rutte points to Russia as the biggest existential threat and warns of a possible attack within 3-7 years, while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy believes that Russia will be ready for war with NATO by 2030.
PACE adopted a resolution confirming that Crimea is Ukraine and calling for the creation of a Special Tribunal, regardless of negotiations. The document also provides for new accusations from the ICC and compensation for damages since 2014.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine has the potential to produce 8 million drones a year, but funding is only for a much smaller number. About 40% of Ukraine's defense potential, exceeding $44 billion, lacks proper funding.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that the Alliance faces challenges due to Russia's aggressive rearmament, supported by Chinese technology. NATO is strengthening its production capabilities, opening hundreds of new production lines to increase the output of military equipment.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in The Hague, where he met with acting Prime Minister of the Netherlands Dick Schoof. Issues of cooperation in drone production and a new package of military aid from the Netherlands were discussed.
European and Canadian NATO allies have increased military aid to Ukraine from 20 to over 35 billion euros for the current year. This decision, made on the eve of the NATO summit in The Hague, was supported by Kyiv's allied countries.
President Zelenskyy reacted to Russia's night attack on Kyiv and other cities, reporting destruction and casualties. He announced discussions on Ukraine's defense and pressure on Russia during his visit to Great Britain.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that there are 695,000 Russian military personnel on the territory of Ukraine. In the Sumy direction, the enemy advanced 200 meters, but the Armed Forces of Ukraine pushed them back 200-400 meters.
The Trump administration demands Asian allies, including South Korea, spend up to 5% of GDP on defense. This could lead to significant increases in defense budgets and disputes over their military presence.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that there are no intentions to conclude a truce with Ukraine due to "strategic superiority. " Andriy Kovalenko from the National Security and Defense Council emphasized that this is a message to the West, which does not understand the Russian mentality and must use force.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russia is trying to save Iran's nuclear program. He emphasized the need to strengthen sanctions and cooperation to counter aggressive regimes. This was agreed upon at the G7 summit in Canada.
North Korea plans to send up to 25,000 workers to a Russian plant in Tatarstan for training and experience in drone operation. This will strengthen military cooperation between the countries amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Tensions between Israel and Iran present both challenges and opportunities for Russia. The Russian Federation may use this to shift the world's attention away from its aggression against Ukraine. At the same time, the escalation could affect the supply of weapons from Tehran to Moscow.
In 2024, at least 975 people were executed in Iran, the highest number since 2015. The majority of executions (52%) were related to drug offenses.
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.
North Korea is supplying Russia with weapons and soldiers, receiving modern technologies and resources in return. Iran, which provides drones, does not see mutual benefit, remaining vulnerable to attacks.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Foreign Policy supported the draft resolution on recognizing the DPRK as a state-aggressor. The document provides for an appeal to international organizations regarding sanctions against the DPRK for supplying weapons to Russia.
Ukraine will not receive an invitation to NATO at the summit in The Hague next week. The issue is not on the agenda, no breakthrough decisions are expected.
Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders eliminated 1,040 Russian soldiers, and also destroyed 7 tanks and 37 artillery systems. Total enemy losses reached 1,007,160 people.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Shigeru Ishiba, thanking him for his support and discussing cooperation in the defense industry. Japan has already provided Ukraine with assistance worth over 12 billion dollars.
North Korea will send a thousand sappers and five thousand military construction workers to the Kursk region. The decision was made by Kim Jong-un, Shoigu reported.
Over the past day, Ukrainian soldiers eliminated 1,200 Russian soldiers and destroyed a lot of equipment. The total losses of the enemy since the beginning of the war amounted to more than one million people.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called on the world to restrain Iran, Russia and North Korea, emphasizing that Iran supports the aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine. Security in Europe and the Middle East are connected.
The Office of the President of South Korea announced the cessation of propaganda broadcasting to North Korea. This is the first step of the new government to reduce tension.