Ukraine
Zelenskyy is in France today for the G7 summit to participate in a special session. Among others, meetings are planned with Macron, Merz, Carney, Georgieva, and Starmer.
Britain will provide Ukraine with nuclear fuel for two years for £210 million. The new sanctions will restrict the operations of over 600 Russian vessels and the shadow fleet.
Air defense shot down and suppressed 114 enemy drones out of 132 launched by Russia overnight. The enemy also fired two ballistic missiles and attacked nine locations.
The National Bank has set the dollar rate at 44. 82 UAH, while the euro has risen to 52.04 UAH. On the interbank market, the US currency is trading within the range of 44.82-44.85 UAH.
Over the past day, the occupiers lost 1,230 soldiers, 2,062 drones, and 50 cruise missiles. Total personnel losses of the Russian Federation exceed 1.3 million people.
On June 16, short-term rains with thunderstorms and variable cloudiness are expected in Ukraine. The air temperature will warm up to 26 degrees, and up to +20 in Kyiv.
The platform has deleted over 60 videos from the Alabuga Polytech project, where Shahed drones are manufactured. The factory is accused of illegally recruiting youth and foreigners.
Self-proclaimed President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko apologized to Zelenskyy for his harsh words and stated that he does not want war. He recognized Belarus's vulnerability to potential strikes from Ukraine.
In Geneva, Zelenskyy discussed with Parmelin the strengthening of Ukrainian air defense and sanctions against Russia. The parties also reviewed issues of energy support and the situation at the front.
The EU's top diplomat condemned the shelling of Kyiv that damaged an ancient cathedral. She called for Russia's isolation amid the start of negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU.
The tribunal confirmed Ukraine's status as a coastal state in the Sea of Azov. Russia's actions during the construction of the bridge were recognized as a violation of international law.
The EU has officially launched the first stage of accession negotiations for Ukraine and Moldova. Kyrylo Budanov called this decision a recognition of the resilience of Kyiv's European choice.
Zelenskyy welcomed the opening of the first cluster of negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU. The President urged partners not to delay the opening of other stages.
The Cabinet of Ministers has introduced payments of up to 170 thousand hryvnias and motivational contracts for military personnel. New terms of service and conditions for discharge to the reserve have been defined.
Zelenskyy discussed a meeting with Putin in the US with Trump to end the war. In case of Russia's refusal, the President called for increased pressure.
The parties have begun discussing a block of issues regarding the rule of law, justice, and public procurement. This stage will determine the overall pace of EU accession.
Ukraine and the European Union have officially launched accession negotiations. The parties opened the first cluster titled Fundamentals of the EU accession process.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with Patriarch Bartholomew at the Chisinau airport. They discussed Russian strikes on the Lavra and the Patriarch's upcoming visit.
Donald Trump discussed peace with Zelenskyy and Putin during their conversations. Now, the US will focus its efforts on the final termination of the war in Ukraine.
Taras Kachka announced the readiness of a thousand-page plan for legislative adaptation. The documents contain clear steps for Ukraine's accession to the European Union.
Taras Kachka stated that the rights of the Hungarian community are fully ensured under the new legislation. Kyiv expects a constructive dialogue with Budapest.
Ukraine is convening the UN Security Council and taking relevant steps within UNESCO due to massive attacks on cities and heritage. As a result of Russian strikes, buildings of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra were damaged.
Ukraine has begun negotiations on the EU's fundamental cluster. The other five packages could be opened within a few weeks following the decision of the member states.
The European Commission is opening the first negotiating cluster today as part of the EU accession process for Ukraine and Moldova.
Heorhii Tykhyi criticized UNESCO for failing to name Russia as the party responsible for the attack on the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs demands an international response to the aggressor's actions.
Poland has postponed the delivery of MiG-29 fighter jets due to a lack of drone technology exchange. Warsaw is awaiting Kyiv's decision to finalize the deal.
In Kharkiv, a scheme for traveling abroad through a sham marriage with a woman with a disability was uncovered. The organizers demanded 10,000 US dollars for this service.
The Kyiv City State Administration stated that tents and mattresses in the metro reduce the capacity of the shelters. A petition has appeared on the Kyiv City Council website to ban such bulky items.
Ukraine has strengthened its positions on the front line, while the Russian economy is weakening due to sanctions. The EU is providing 90 billion euros and opening negotiations on Ukraine's membership.
Macron will urge Trump at the G7 summit to continue supporting Ukraine. The French President insists on pressuring Russia to initiate peace negotiations.