Ukraine

Newly elected Polish President Karol Nawrocki has faced doubts among Poles regarding his ability to maintain good relations with Ukraine, according to a UCE Research poll for Onet. Only 32.6% of respondents believe his presidency will have a positive impact on ties with Kyiv, while 40.3% hold the opposite opinion.

Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko announced strengthening control over investigations into crimes against children, introducing mandatory participation of prosecutor's office leadership.

The sniper and his accomplices have been sentenced to 13-15 years in prison for the attempted assassination of Kyiv Oblast Council deputy Vyacheslav Sobolev in 2019. As a result of the assassination attempt, the deputy's three-year-old son died.

Ukraine will direct over UAH 22 billion in partner funds to reconstruction, of which nearly UAH 18. 5 billion from JICA will go to medicine, education, agriculture, humanitarian demining, and municipal services. Another UAH 2.2 billion from the EU is allocated for port infrastructure modernization, and UAH 1.4 billion from JICA for energy sector restoration and demining.

Ukrainian blogger Mykhailo Lebiha accidentally recorded a powerful explosion from a Russian drone attack near Kyiv during a stream on June 23, with the shockwave damaging his home. Lebiha is known for raising funds to help the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Dmitry Peskov announced that clarity is expected this week regarding the third round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. He confirmed the fulfillment of previously reached agreements, including the exchange of prisoners and bodies of the deceased.

Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski warned that escalation in the Middle East would lead to rising oil prices, affecting the war in Ukraine. He noted that Russia is intensifying attacks, taking advantage of the situation, and expressed hope for a new EU sanctions package.

Norway will allocate $638 million in 2025 to support the naval coalition, with a significant portion of these funds going towards the production of uncrewed naval vessels in Ukraine. This is a joint project with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, which has significant defense importance for Ukraine.

New Zealand has announced an aid package for Ukraine totaling 16 million New Zealand dollars, equivalent to over 9 million US dollars. These funds are intended for military and humanitarian aid, as well as to support Ukrainians displaced to neighboring countries.

Head of EU diplomacy Kaja Kallas announced that 80% of the European Union's initiative to provide Ukraine with two million artillery shells this year has already been secured by commitments. This initiative involves allocating 5 billion euros for the stated goal.

As reported by Maksym Tsutskiridze of the National Police, 20 bodies of Russian servicemen were handed over to Ukraine in 2025. DNA samples are being taken from these bodies for further comparison and identification.

Donald Trump plans to meet with leaders of Indo-Pacific countries during the NATO summit in the Netherlands to expand security cooperation. The meeting will discuss coordination of actions and defense spending, which NATO plans to increase to 3.5% of GDP, and with additional indicators to 5%.

The ban on marketing agreements between pharmacies and manufacturers has not led to cheaper medicines, and patients do not feel significant improvement. Chronic underfunding of state procurement and non-working market regulation tools worsen the situation with access to necessary medicines.

Ukraine has returned three bodies of Russian servicemen to Russia. These bodies were handed over to Ukraine by the Russian side along with the bodies of fallen Ukrainian defenders and identified by the Ukrainian side.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that Putin is deliberately attacking Ukraine to demonstrate US weakness. He emphasized the need for strengthening sanctions against Russia and providing Ukraine with additional air defense systems.

During a massive missile attack on Kyiv, civilian infrastructure facilities in the Solomianskyi district, including the KPI campus, were damaged. The strike caused destruction in the sports complex, academic buildings, and dormitories, but no casualties were found.

The SBU Special Operations Center "A" celebrates its 31st anniversary, destroying enemy equipment worth billions of dollars. The CSO "A" is replenishing its ranks with new recruits, seeking new tactics for an effective offensive.

On June 22, 176 people, including 133 Ukrainians, were evacuated from Israel due to the worsening security situation. The operation was carried out by the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine on behalf of President Zelenskyy; the plane with passengers landed in Moldova.

At night, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 352 drones and 16 missiles, targeting mostly Kyiv. Air defense forces neutralized 339 drones and 15 missiles, repelling the massive attack.

Ruslan Kravchenko began his work as Prosecutor General without bureaucratic introductions. He disclosed priorities, which include the fight against corruption, coordination of law enforcement agencies and control over budget funds, as well as the protection of business rights and the inevitability of punishment for war criminals.

On June 23, a Russian missile hit the house of Taras Topolya, frontman of the band "Antytila", in Kyiv, destroying his apartment. There are reports of dead and wounded as a result of the night attack on the capital.

It is reported that as of June 23, no enemy ships have been detected in the Black and Azov Seas, and there are two Russian vessels without "Kalibr" missiles in the Mediterranean Sea. The Russian Federation continues to violate the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea by switching off automatic identification systems.

On June 23, Ukraine is expected to have rains and thunderstorms. The air temperature will be from 19 to 28 degrees Celsius.

On June 23, a number of important events are celebrated in Ukraine, including Midsummer's Eve, World Whistleblower Day, Typewriter Day, International Dravet Syndrome Awareness Day, International Olympic Day, and the Day of Holy Martyr Agrippina. These events encompass ancient traditions, modern social initiatives, significant inventions, and the honoring of historical figures.

In the week from June 16-22, over 350 people were evacuated from Sumy Oblast; in total, over 12,000 residents have been moved since March. Despite the shelling, Sumy continues to function, and authorities are working to create conditions for safe living in the region.

On June 22, 2025, 107 combat engagements took place on the front, 36 of which were in the Pokrovsk direction. Russian troops also carried out numerous missile and air strikes and used kamikaze drones.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha will visit Brussels on June 23 to participate in the EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting. He will brief on the situation on the battlefield, Ukraine's needs, and discuss sanctions against the aggressor.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Iran's support for Russia, which led to destruction in Ukraine, and emphasized the unacceptability of nuclear proliferation. He also noted that diplomacy should work everywhere, and all countries should feel the power of international solidarity.

An office of the Norwegian defense company Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace, known for its NASAMS systems, has been opened in Ukraine. Preparations are underway to strengthen the protection of the population and critical infrastructure from Russian shelling.

The President of Ukraine expects a full report on the circumstances and consequences of Russia's missile strike on the training ground in the Kherson region, which resulted in the death of servicemen.