Ukraine
The restoration of the pre-war trade regime with the EU will lead to losses of Ukrainian exports of $800 million. However, these losses are not critical and can be compensated.
Ukrainian junior gymnasts won two gold medals at the European Championships in Tallinn. The Ukrainian junior team became the all-around champion of the continental championship for the first time.
Russia is increasing the production of UAVs with the help of China, which undermines Ukraine's leadership. The Russians aim to produce millions of drones in 2025.
In April-May, 8 cases were registered in Ukraine, which is 23 less than last year. Most in Zhytomyr and Lviv regions. Doctors urge caution.
Russian attacks in Ukraine have led to more than 8,000 crimes against the environment, causing €85 billion in damage. The war has heightened attention to the protection of environmental resources.
NBU Governor Andriy Pyshny stated that the National Bank sees no reason to open an emission channel. He assured that there is an understanding of how to act effectively and safely for macrostability.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will hold his first meeting with Donald Trump. They will discuss Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East, and trade policy, including US tariffs.
Influential investor Stephen P. Lynch seeks to acquire a Russian pipeline. The White House is considering cooperation with the Kremlin on gas supplies to Europe, which is causing concern in Germany.
In 2025, the cost of the "Baby Box" will be UAH 7,689, as in 2024. The contents of the package will be reviewed in 2026.
Ukraine and Japan have signed an agreement to receive $3 billion under the G7 ERA initiative. The funds will be used for priority budget expenditures for economic development.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that Poland's decision regarding the Day of Remembrance of the victims of the OUN and UPA contradicts good neighborly relations. Ukraine calls for dialogue instead of political assessments.
The cost of Ukrainian agricultural exports increased by 37. 4% and reached $432.7 per ton. The largest importers were Turkey, the Netherlands, Poland, Italy, and Egypt.
The National Bank stated that inflation will begin to decline in the summer due to new harvests, a better situation in the energy sector, lower oil prices and monetary policy measures.
The EU Council has extended the suspension of safeguard measures on imports of Ukrainian steel and iron for three years. This is to support Ukraine's economy amid the war with Russia.
Donald Trump called Ukraine's drone attack on Russian airfields "strong and cool", but is concerned that it could complicate his mission to cease fire due to possible escalation.
The National Bank of Ukraine has decided to maintain the discount rate at its previous level. This is 15.5% per annum, as before.
Tomorrow in Ukraine it will be hot, up to +30°C, in the western, northern regions and in Vinnytsia region there will be short-term thunderstorms. In Kyiv, June 6 is expected to be up to +29°C, a thunderstorm is possible.
According to a survey, Ukrainians start smoking on average at the age of 19. 8, with 85% trying cigarettes for the first time. Most believe that educational programs are more effective than bans.
About 70% of Ukrainians know about the ban on flavored e-cigarettes, but only 2. 2% have given them up. Manufacturers are circumventing the law by offering self-mixes, which requires control and information.
The SSU reports on a new tactic of Russian intelligence services: they impersonate the SSU to recruit Ukrainians, setting criminal tasks. Ukrainians are urged to be vigilant and contact the SSU in case of suspicious contacts.
Two servicemen were killed as a result of a missile strike on a training unit in the Poltava region. Doctors could not save their lives.
Imagine Dragons frontman Dan Reynolds raised the Ukrainian flag at a concert in Tallinn, as he has done at previous performances. The band also released a film about the war in Ukraine.
A 71-year-old Hyundai Tucson driver made a U-turn on a one-way street in Lviv during a moment of silence. Patrol officers fined him for violating traffic rules, despite his explanation of being in a hurry.
Five more countries have officially joined the Electronic Warfare Coalition, initiated by Ukraine and Germany. Germany has created a financial mechanism for the procurement of EW equipment.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a decision to rename 328 settlements, the names of which contained symbols of Russian imperial policy. The renaming affected 20 regions of Ukraine.
Russia has improved Iskander-M missiles, making them more difficult for Patriot to intercept. An expert says that only Patriot can save from them, but analogues are needed.
The Ministry of Finance is preparing changes to the state budget for 2025 due to a shortage of funds for the army. An alternative plan for 2026 is also being developed in the event of prolonged hostilities.
Russian special services are trying to hack Ukrainian accounts using social engineering. The popular Signal messenger among the military is under attack.
The NATO summit in The Hague will decide how much to spend on defense in the future and discuss a new investment plan. It is important to be able to defend ourselves not only today, but also in a few years.
The President of Ukraine reacted to the night attack of the Russian Federation, emphasizing that Russia is trying to buy time for murders. He called for maximum sanctions and pressure on Moscow.