Ukraine
The Bureau of Economic Security is investigating criminal proceedings against five Ukrainian airlines over aircraft leasing. Experts warn that treating lease payments as royalties contradicts international law.
Ukrposhta signed an agreement with the Etsy marketplace, becoming its verified partner. This will allow automating parcel processing and integrating IT systems for sales to any country.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte highly praised the effectiveness of Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refining infrastructure. According to him, the total production volume at refineries in Russia has decreased by a third.
In 15 regions of Russia, restrictions on gasoline sales have been introduced, and in occupied Crimea, a state of emergency has been declared. The cause of the shortage is attributed to Ukraine's strikes on oil refining infrastructure.
Ukraine has passed the first hot month without power outages. Experts warn of risks due to heat, repairs, and possible Russian attacks.
A fake about a Belarusian Il-62 crossing the border was spread on social media, citing Flightradar24. The Air Force refuted this, calling the service an unofficial source.
SBU fighters struck the ships "Volga" and "Vyatka", as well as the ferry "Petropavlovsk" at the "Zatoka" plant in Kerch.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the US for the first time recorded in the G7 text support for Ukraine's territorial integrity, military and energy assistance, as well as sanctions against Russia.
Ukrainian defense company Fire Point is accelerating the development of the European missile defense system FREYJA after signing an agreement with German HENSOLDT. The first FP-7.X interceptor missiles could be ready by the end of this year.
The war in Ukraine is changing military doctrines, where drones are becoming the primary means of attack. Ukraine is actively using mid-strikes and deep strikes to target enemy logistics and strategic facilities.
Representatives of "ATESH" conducted reconnaissance of three objects of the Russian Federation's military infrastructure in western Crimea. The collected materials were handed over to the Defense Forces of Ukraine.
The Ukrainian energy system passed the first month of summer relatively stable, but remains vulnerable. Experts warn of a capacity deficit of up to 2.4 GW due to nuclear power plant repairs and possible new attacks.
A breast milk bank operates in Kyiv. Donor milk undergoes strict screening and pasteurization.
A new Pew Research Center survey of 42,000 respondents in 36 countries found that only 23% trust Donald Trump's leadership. The reliability of the US as a partner has also sharply declined, particularly in Sweden — from 83% to 31%.
The Cabinet of Ministers allocated UAH 220 million for the needs of the Defense Forces. The funds will go towards training the National Guard, arming the Ministry of Defense, and intelligence.
The EU has initiated the creation of a European Defense Union, which plans to involve Ukraine. The discussion is no longer only about unmanned systems, but also about countering ballistic missiles
In June 2026, young vegetables, strawberries, and sweet cherries became cheaper in Ukraine. At the same time, apricots, peaches, blueberries, and raspberries became more expensive due to spring frosts.
The International Olympic Committee presented the emblems of the 2030 Winter Games in the French Alps. The design is based on the concept of "a mountain illuminated by light".
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, together with her British, French, German and Polish counterparts, will meet in Berlin on June 24. The "E5" group will discuss strengthening Ukraine's defense and sanctions against Russia.
The Tax Committee of the Verkhovna Rada found statistical errors and manipulations in the BEB report for 2025. Deputies noted the low effectiveness of investigations, with only 13% of cases reaching court.
The President of Ukraine recorded four repeaters in the Gomel and Brest regions of Belarus, which are used for drone attacks. Kyiv demands that Minsk dismantle the equipment.
The Unmanned Systems Forces struck four gas compressor stations in Crimea and other Russian logistics facilities on the night of June 20. SBS Commander Robert Brovdi reported hitting a bridge, a tugboat, and occupiers' equipment.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland commented on the fact that President Nawrocki decided to deprive Zelenskyy of the order. This decision, according to Sikorski, benefits only Moscow.
In Lviv region, from June 8 to June 18, Ukrainian-Polish search operations took place, signs of burials were found. Exhumation studies are needed to clarify the data.
Ukrainian épée fencers won bronze at the European Fencing Championships in France. This is Ukraine's first team medal at the European Championships in men's épée since 2017.
Vasyl Bodnar returned the Knight's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland due to the decision of the President of Poland to strip Volodymyr Zelenskyy of the Order of the White Eagle.
June 20 marks World Refugee Day. As of the beginning of May 2026, nearly 4.37 million Ukrainians have received temporary protection in EU countries.
Head of the OP Kyrylo Budanov stated that the decision of Polish President Nawrocki to strip Zelenskyy of the order is a gift for the Moscow aggressor. He also refused his own Polish award in protest.
President Zelenskyy stated that repeaters for adjusting Russian drone attacks on Ukraine are operating on the territory of Belarus. He called on Lukashenko to turn them off within a week, otherwise the Armed Forces of Ukraine will do it.
An organized criminal group illegally seized 17 hectares of forest fund lands near "Bukovel". Among the exposed participants is an active prosecutor's office employee.