Ukraine
Over the past day, the Russian army lost 1,310 military personnel and 2,164 drones. Additionally, the AFU destroyed 88 artillery systems and 424 units of motor vehicles.
The dictator noted the slow progress of Russian troops and the effectiveness of Ukrainian strikes. Putin appears to have begun acknowledging some of the setbacks facing the Russian military.
On June 13, thunderstorms with hail and squalls are expected on the Left Bank and in Crimea. In Kyiv, it will be cloudy with clearings, possible rain, and temperatures up to 27 degrees Celsius.
The occupiers are disguising military equipment as civilian vehicles and transporting fuel in milk tankers. Military routes are now being planned through civilian traffic.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin signed a decree to increase the number of military personnel by 7,360 people. The total staff size of the Russian army now stands at nearly 2.4 million people.
The Russian Federation plans to recruit 18. 5 thousand foreigners by the end of 2026. Currently, more than 28,000 citizens of other states are already in the ranks of the enemy army.
US Intelligence confirmed the funding of over 120 biolabs in 30 countries. The facilities in Ukraine "research pathogens and are under threat of attack."
In May, 274 civilians were killed and 1,763 were injured. This is the highest casualty rate among the population since April 2022.
The invaders are increasing the number of pickup truck patrols near Chongar and the North Crimean Canal. This is a reaction to constant Ukrainian UAV attacks.
Péter Magyar has agreed to open a negotiation cluster for Ukraine after changes to the minority protection plan. Compliance with the conditions will be monitored by the European Commission and the European Council.
Ukraine and the IMF are preparing a plan for energy market liberalization and the protection of vulnerable groups. Following this, tariffs for the population will begin to be gradually adjusted.
A law on the special status of frontline territories will be developed in Ukraine. Budanov is counting on the prompt work of people's deputies and government officials to adopt what are effectively new rules.
Starting in 2027, tenth-grade students will choose between 10 professional education profiles. The program will last three years and will allow for qualification certification.
The President has excluded the Russian and Moldovan languages from the list protected by the European Charter. The Czech language was added to the list, and the names of Jewish languages were clarified.
Due to the war, Ukraine's GDP growth rate in 2026 may slow down to 1. 0–1.6 percent. Following the review of the EFF program, Kyiv will receive $690 million from the IMF.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the EU's decision to open the first cluster of negotiations. The President thanked partners for supporting Ukraine and Moldova.
Ukraine and the IMF have reached a staff-level agreement on the first review of the EFF program. Following approval by the Executive Board, Kyiv will receive 690 million dollars.
All EU member states have agreed to open the first cluster of negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova on June 15. It covers fundamental issues and reforms.
The U. S. Secretary of State congratulated Russians on the holiday and reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to establishing peace between the RF and Ukraine.
The President of Ukraine discussed the implementation of the Drone Deal and SAFE projects with the Latvian Minister of Defense. Ukraine will share its experience in sky protection and air defense.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called on partners to synchronize sanctions against Russian media and judges. He also emphasized the responsibility for war propaganda.
The Ministry of Defense aims to enlist up to 50% foreigners into the infantry to save lives. By the end of the year, they plan to begin the discharge of long-serving military personnel.
Ukraine is introducing new contracts with salaries up to 460,000 hryvnias and a guaranteed deferment. The reform also provides for the involvement of foreigners.
On June 13-14, temperatures in Ukraine will drop to +17. ..+23 degrees. Rain and thunderstorms are expected, with local hail and strong wind squalls possible.
Airports in Makhachkala, Krasnodar, and other Russian cities have introduced fuel limits. Foreign aircraft will only be refueled upon agreement with the supplier.
Putin stated there are over 700,000 Russian military personnel in the war against Ukraine. He also announced a meeting with the leadership of the Ministry of Defense and the General Staff.
HACC extended the arrest of former minister Herman Halushchenko for two months. The bail amount was reduced from 200 million to 150 million hryvnias in the Midas case.
The government has approved a strategy for industrial development based on critical raw materials through 2056. The plan is aimed at attracting capital and establishing new production facilities.
The NBU has developed three model programs in financial literacy and entrepreneurship for students in grades 10–12. The courses have received a recommendation from the Ministry of Education and Science for implementation.
The Belarusian dictator predicts the end of the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East in 2026. He considers the Russian-Ukrainian war to be more complex than the confrontation between the US and Iran.