The operation of Soviet technology in aviation is a forced step for many countries. Expert Bohdan Dolintse notes that every dollar invested in the aviation industry can yield another five dollars for the economy.
Since the beginning of the year, over 181 thousand passenger cars have been imported into Ukraine, most of which are used. Electric vehicles took second place in popularity, ahead of diesel cars.
Thanks to the introduction of "eQueue" for buses, queues at checkpoints have decreased. Since the beginning of June, passenger traffic has increased, especially for departures from Ukraine, where 85% are women and children.
The European Parliament and the Council of the EU have agreed on a reform of the visa-free suspension mechanism. Israel and Serbia are the first at risk due to accusations of human rights violations.
Volodymyr Gorbulin believes that Ukraine has the moral right to review the Budapest Memorandum and create nuclear weapons with European partners due to Russian aggression. He proposes to join efforts with Western European countries.
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.
A number of EU countries still use Soviet helicopters and airplanes, which are important for Ukraine in the war. They are needed for the evacuation of the wounded and strikes against the enemy, but their support is becoming more difficult.
Due to Russia's strikes on targets in Ukraine, Poland raised its aviation into the air. Later, it was reported that aviation operations in Polish airspace had been terminated.
In the Tyrolean Alps, a 60-year-old couple and a 62-year-old relative died from a lightning strike while descending from Mount Mittagspitze due to a thunderstorm. Their bodies were found by rescuers.
A "Unity Center" for Ukrainians will be created in Prague, where consultations on housing, work and legal status will be provided. The center will promote integration and voluntary return to Ukraine.
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 Chancellery of the Sejm of Poland has banned Grzegorz Braun from entering the parliament for violating the dignity of the parliament. Earlier, the European Parliament lifted the politician's immunity.
The GTS operators of Poland and Ukraine will increase the guaranteed throughput capacity in the direction of Ukraine to 12. 4 million m³ per day. This decision diversifies gas supplies and expands import routes.
The EU Council unanimously supported the extension of temporary protection for more than 4 million Ukrainians until March 4, 2027. A strategy for phasing out temporary protection is also being discussed.
Newly elected Polish President Karol Nawrocki is preparing to announce the composition of his administration. Personnel decisions will show whether he will remain under the influence of the PiS party or choose an independent course.
The Supreme Court of Poland has allowed a recount of ballots in 13 electoral commissions due to complaints of violations. The decision concerns the determination of the number of votes for each candidate in the second round.
Poland's head coach Michał Probierz has resigned following a conflict with Robert Lewandowski, who refused to play for the national team as long as Probierz remains the coach.
In Poland, a 19-year-old man was detained on suspicion of planning a terrorist attack. He, along with two other individuals, was gathering information about weapons and explosives.
The EU Council has approved new duties on imports from Russia and Belarus to reduce dependence on their agricultural products. Fertilizers and 15% of agricultural exports will be subject to restrictions.
An international conference "Weimar+" dedicated to the security of the EU and the war in Ukraine will be held in Rome. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Sybiha, will participate in the meeting with colleagues.
The Polish Sejm expressed confidence in the Council of Ministers. 243 deputies voted "for", 210 – against.
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."
Ukraine has granted permission for exhumation in the former village of Zboiska, where soldiers of the Polish Army are buried. This is the second permit granted to Poland for conducting exhumation works.
In the conditions of war, Ukraine solves problems with equipment repair, looking for spare parts abroad and developing import substitution. The lives of military personnel depend on the serviceability of the equipment.
Polish law enforcement officers detained a 28-year-old man suspected of spying for the Russian Federation. He was collecting information about critical defense facilities.
Polish Prime Minister Tusk initiated a vote of confidence after losing the election. This is happening against the backdrop of a possible confrontation with newly elected President Nawrocki, who may block government initiatives.
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.
Lviv customs officers, together with the SBU, exposed a scheme for importing cannabis from the USA to Ukraine. Almost one and a half kilograms of drugs were hidden in cardboard boxes from dry breakfasts.
In Warsaw, residents of a high-rise building appealed to their neighbors with a request to have quieter sex at night, especially because of the loud screams of the girl. Violators face a fine under Article 51 of the Code of Petty Offenses of Poland.
Ukraine is facilitating the resolution of historical memory issues with Poland. Search operations will begin on the territory of Poland in the near future, and work is ongoing in Puzhnyky.