The Swiss People's Party proposes to revoke the protection status S for Ukrainian refugees, arguing for the stability of some territories in Ukraine. More than 69,000 Ukrainians are in Switzerland with status S, two-thirds of whom depend on assistance.
On June 20, 2025, Switzerland lifted several economic sanctions against Syria, including restrictions on financial services and trade in precious metals. This decision follows the actions of the European Union on May 27, 2025.
Ukrainian foil fencers became European champions, defeating the Swiss team in the final with a score of 45:34. In the semifinals, the Ukrainians defeated the Italian national team.
American manufacturer Raytheon will increase production of Patriot systems in Europe, investing in German facilities. Demand for the missile remains high, with delivery backlogs stretching for decades.
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.
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.
Push notifications about deregistration have appeared in Diia. Ukrainians will receive notifications if the owner of the housing deregisters them. Previously, this was communicated by letters.
Draft law No. 13356 has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada, allowing the National Bank to include virtual assets in the gold and foreign exchange reserves of Ukraine. This will contribute to integration into global financial innovations.
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.
The Russian delegation stated that it has no authority regarding a ceasefire. Ukraine has proposed a temporary truce until the meeting of leaders in Istanbul, the Vatican, or Switzerland.
Switzerland has expanded the sanctions list, adding 17 individuals and 89 legal entities, as well as 189 ships of the Russian "shadow fleet". The new restrictions came into effect at 23:00.
Ukraine welcomes Trump's possible participation in Zelenskyy's meeting with Putin. The meeting may take place in an expanded format.
The collapse of a glacier in Switzerland has highlighted the risks of global warming. Scientists have acknowledged the irreversibility of glacier loss, which threatens many regions, including the instability of mountain rocks.
France has begun a large-scale reconstruction of the Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur airbase worth $1. 7 billion. This is being done to accommodate the latest Rafale fighters and ASN4G missiles with nuclear capabilities.
On May 28, a glacier descended in the Swiss village of Blatten, burying part of the village. One person is missing, the road is closed, the authorities have appealed to the army for help.
Mykhailo Podolyak stated that starting a genocidal war against Ukraine is madness. The goal of the bombings of cities is to exhaust air defense, forcing a choice between protecting civilians and military personnel.
Zelenskyy announced his readiness for a trilateral meeting with Trump and Putin in the Vatican, Switzerland, or another location. Ukraine is awaiting a memorandum from Russia regarding the terms of a ceasefire.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Turkey for its mediation and identified three realistic locations for negotiations with the Russian Federation. He rejected Russia's proposal regarding Belarus and awaits sanctions from the United States.
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.
Russia does not consider the Vatican as a neutral platform for negotiations with Ukraine. They propose Turkey, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman.
Rescuers discovered the bodies of five skiers near the Swiss resort of Zermatt who had gone missing while climbing Mount Rimpfishhorn. An investigation into the incident has been launched.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that "Nord Stream-2" will not receive a license for exploitation. The German government is ready to counteract attempts to restore the project after the damage.
Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is interested in ending the war and is ready for quick steps. We need a mirror readiness from Russia, which is currently lacking.
Andriy Yermak discussed the meeting in Istanbul and negotiations on ending the war with Swiss advisor Gabriel Lühinger. Switzerland has confirmed its readiness to host future meetings.
Johannes Pitch (JJ) expressed his desire to hold Eurovision in Vienna next year without Israel's participation, calling for reforms in the voting system and transparency of the competition.
Ukraine is considering a meeting with the USA, Russia, Great Britain and the EU. The meeting may take place in Turkey, the Vatican or Switzerland.
Two skiers died as a result of an avalanche in Switzerland, and five more were injured on Mount Eiger. A large-scale rescue operation is underway.
The President of Ukraine met with the President of Switzerland in Rome. They discussed increasing pressure on Russia, humanitarian aid, and the participation of Swiss companies in the reconstruction of Ukraine.
The orchestra performed the UK's song before the final of the competition in Switzerland. The royal family wished Remember Monday good luck.
The Ukrainian band Ziferblat will perform seventh in the grand final of Eurovision-2025, which will take place in Basel, Switzerland. Two semi-finals have already determined 20 participants.
