Ukraine
Kaja Kallas named an unconditional ceasefire and compensation for damages as the EU's primary demands. Russia must also withdraw its troops from Georgia and Moldova.
Zelenskyy signed a law on the right of local councils to fund defense and build fortifications. Communities will be able to support the AFU, with the exception of providing weaponry.
The Council of the EU has approved the seventh payment of €2. 8 billion for Ukraine. The funds are being allocated for the implementation of reforms and the early execution of the modernization plan.
The Rada approved in the first reading the introduction of basic social assistance instead of several existing payments. The new type of assistance will depend on the income and property status of the family.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated Ukraine's desire to produce missiles for Patriot air defense systems under a US license. The Head of State will discuss this issue with Trump.
Ukraine will receive Swedish Gripen fighter jets equipped with long-range Meteor missiles. The new equipment will allow for the effective deterrence of Russian KAB-carrying aircraft away from the front lines.
Today at 10:00 PM, the UN Security Council will convene at Ukraine's request following Russian strikes. Andrii Sybiha emphasized the importance of an international response.
A Russian judge will be tried for sentencing a captured Azov member to 18 years in prison. His actions have been qualified as a violation of the laws and customs of war.
AFU pilots have begun training on Swedish aircraft. The President expects the first fighter jets to arrive in Ukraine as early as December or January.
Sweden allocates $2. 7 billion for drones and Gripen aircraft for Ukraine. The first fighter jets are planned to be received within the next ten months.
Kaja Kallas and EU member states consider the appointment of a negotiator premature. The bloc is preparing its 21st sanctions package and focusing on strategy rather than personalities.
The court ordered the Ministry of Internal Affairs to pay 200,000 hryvnias to a victim of the Berkut's actions. The state will be held liable for moral damages caused during the Maidan.
Ukraine is experiencing an acute shortage of Patriot missiles and is preparing an analogue of the FP-7. x. The first test of its own anti-ballistic missile is planned for the end of the year.
The government has approved a draft Customs Code based on EU standards for accession to the union. The new rules will simplify logistics and customs procedures for businesses.
Ukraine has agreed that it can purchase up to 20 Gripen E/F fighters for 2. 5 billion euros from an EU loan. Sweden is also expected to transfer 16 Gripen C/D aircraft as aid.
Residents of old prefabricated panel buildings and upper floors will suffer the most from the heat without electricity. It is advised to shade windows and ventilate homes only at night.
Putin failed to reach an agreement with China on the Power of Siberia-2 pipeline despite price reductions. The Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine reports a drop in trade turnover and a lack of new investments.
EU ministers in Cyprus rejected Russia's attempts to choose a negotiator from Europe. Kaja Kallas emphasized that the bloc will present a united front in the negotiations.
The government has increased the RES support quota for 2026 to 1 GW for wind and solar generation. Investors will receive premiums based on auction results.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Sweden to prepare a new defense package. Strengthening Ukraine's aviation with Gripen fighter jets will be discussed.
The Rada has exempted the supply of ground drones for the Defense Forces from VAT. This will accelerate the delivery of equipment for the evacuation of the wounded and reconnaissance.
Yuliia Sirko stated there is a risk of losing 90 billion euros from the EU by the end of 2027. To receive the funds, the Rada must pass all necessary laws on time.
The full-scale war in Ukraine has been ongoing for over four years, yet despite this, the system for monitoring procurement for the defense sector has still not been properly established. Moreover, there is a lack of systematic oversight of the field and preventive detection of violations.
The Rada has rejected bill No. 12191 on the decriminalization of pornography. 207 deputies voted in favor of the initiative, which is insufficient to pass the decision.
The Head of the State Special Communications Service, Oleksandr Potii, stated that Russia can only be exhausted in cyberspace. Cyber operations have become an integral part of every combat action.
Due to bad weather and Russian shelling, power outages have occurred in 12 regions. Consumption fell by 7.8% thanks to clear weather and weather-related outages; no restrictions are forecasted for today.
The Parliament has ratified the agreement on €90 billion in support from the EU for 2026-2027. The first tranche will arrive in June, with €45 billion expected this year.
The State Emergency Service is eliminating the consequences of severe weather in six regions, with the highest number of calls in the Kirovohrad region. As a result of strong winds and rain, there are no fatalities or injuries.
The Rada approved an increase in expenditures, including defense, by 1. 64 trillion UAH funded by an EU loan. The funds will be allocated for weaponry, military salaries, and energy protection.
The President thanked the Rada for the prompt ratification of the agreement with the EU regarding the 50 billion euro aid package. The funds will be directed toward Ukraine's defense and recovery.