Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia is planning new military operations on NATO territory, as Putin has no intention of stopping the war. He emphasized the need to stop Putin in Ukraine and called on European countries to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP.

President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine has the potential to produce 8 million drones a year, but funding is only for a much smaller number. About 40% of Ukraine's defense potential, exceeding $44 billion, lacks proper funding.

The Ministry of Justice of Ukraine clarified the procedure for establishing the fact of death in the temporarily occupied territories, as certificates issued by the Russian authorities are not recognized. To do this, it is necessary to apply to any local court of Ukraine outside the occupied territory, submitting an application and evidence, after which the court immediately sends the decision to the Civil Registry Office for registration of death.

The Deputy Minister of Social Policy emphasized the need to create a system that will support their return to full economic activity.

The European Parliament is considering banning airlines from charging for hand luggage weighing up to 7 kilograms. This initiative aims to standardize baggage rules and improve passenger rights.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that the Alliance faces challenges due to Russia's aggressive rearmament, supported by Chinese technology. NATO is strengthening its production capabilities, opening hundreds of new production lines to increase the output of military equipment.

The International Commission on Missing Persons has extended the collection of DNA samples from Ukrainians in the Baltic and Northern European countries until July 18, 2025. This applies to relatives of persons missing as a result of Russian aggression.

Minister of Health Viktor Liashko reported that inflation for pharmaceutical products reached 13. 9% in April 2025. The ban on marketing payments did not lead to a decrease in drug prices; on the contrary, some drugs significantly increased in price.

Applicants who missed the NMT due to Russian attacks will be able to take the test during the second session. It is impractical to postpone the assessment dates due to shelling, as applicants across Ukraine are in different circumstances.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called the Hungarian "national consultations" VOKS2025 regarding Ukraine's accession to the EU propagandistic and manipulative. Kyiv believes that the true purpose of the campaign is to divert attention from the failures of the Orbán government and is convinced that Ukraine's accession to the EU is in Hungary's strategic interests.

Hetmantsev's bill, which significantly changes the principles of the Deposit Guarantee Fund for individuals, has drawn criticism due to potential violations of depositors' rights and contradictions with the Constitution of Ukraine.

The Netherlands is providing Ukraine with a new aid package worth 175 million euros, which includes 100 drone detection radars and 20 Ermine CASEVAC unmanned vehicles for evacuating the wounded. In addition, contracts have been signed with Ukrainian companies for the production of 600,000 drones worth 500 million euros.

On June 25, temperature fluctuations from +22°C to +31°C are expected in Ukraine, with rain and thunderstorms in the northern and eastern regions. Gusty winds up to 15-20 m/s are forecast, especially in Kyiv.

Laser technologies for anti-mine activities, developed by UTTC, were demonstrated for the first time in Ukraine. These systems allow remote neutralization of mines and explosive ordnance, ensuring the safety of sappers.

Petro Poroshenko, while in Turkey, gifted his children 1 million US dollars, as reflected in his declaration. The press service of "European Solidarity" confirmed the fact of the gift to the children but did not provide details regarding the purpose of the trip to Turkey.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine urges citizens to carefully weigh the risks when planning trips across the countries of the Middle East and the Arabian Peninsula. Ukrainians who are in these regions are advised to follow the instructions of local law enforcement agencies.

The area of potentially mined lands in Ukraine has decreased by over 20% since the end of 2022, now totaling about 137,000 square kilometers, predominantly agricultural land. Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced the attraction of $1.2 billion in demining aid and the formation of an international coalition of over fifty states.

Political scientist Andriy Miselyuk highlights the environmental crime of "Globyno Meat Processing Plant" in Poltava region, where a pig complex is polluting the Psel River, causing mass fish deaths.

In Khmelnytskyi, home pension delivery for people with disabilities was stopped without warning. Dmytro Lubinets, the VR Human Rights Commissioner, took personal control of this issue and appealed to "Ukrposhta" to resume delivery.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in The Hague, where he met with acting Prime Minister of the Netherlands Dick Schoof. Issues of cooperation in drone production and a new package of military aid from the Netherlands were discussed.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that the Alliance will continue to support Ukraine, despite the situation in the Middle East. Since the beginning of 2025, Ukraine has already received 35 billion dollars in military aid.

First Ukrainian International Bank (FUIB), together with the urban bureau Big City Lab, is launching the "Accessibility Check" program as part of the "Live Towards" integration platform for veterans, military personnel, and civilians.

Family schemes or coincidence? How the company of the son of ARMA Deputy Katamadze won the tender for "UkrBud".

The Dutch government is allocating 175 million euros to support Ukraine, with most of the funds going to the purchase of new drones and radar systems. This assistance is crucial for repelling attacks by Russian drones and missiles.

The Center for Countering Disinformation debunked a fake about payments of 24,000 hryvnias to citizens who did not leave Ukraine after February 24, 2022. Scammers are spreading disinformation through TikTok, using a fake design of the Verkhovna Rada website and urging people to follow suspicious links.

President Zelenskyy believes that Ukraine is a beneficial ally for NATO, having significant war experience and new technologies. He emphasized that Ukrainians have unique experience of survival in conditions of hostilities, cyberattacks, and energy challenges, which can strengthen the Alliance.

The SBU detained a 16-year-old resident of Dnipro who was transmitting coordinates of Ukrainian military facilities in Dnipropetrovsk and Poltava regions to the FSB. The young man was recruited through Telegram channels under the guise of easy money and collected information by traveling on buses.

The company "MS AVIA-GRADE" was not allowed to dismantle the weapon systems it had previously installed on two Mi-8MT helicopters, which led to the loss of warranty obligations. The equipment was dismantled without the knowledge of the installing company, and the SBU seized the weapons, as a result of which the helicopters will return to military units inoperable.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to meet with Donald Trump at the NATO summit in The Hague. He emphasized that Ukrainians are allies of the United States, and Russia is an existential enemy.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine considers the ban on studying the Ukrainian language in schools in the temporarily occupied territories as a manifestation of Moscow's genocidal policy. The Ministry emphasizes that the Ukrainian language has powerful protection and all Russian "bans" are temporary.