The Diplomat
The President of Romania, Nicușor Dan, suggests the expulsion of the Russian ambassador due to the drone crash in Galați. Previously, the country had already closed the Russian consulate in Constanța.
An F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet over Iran was likely hit by a Chinese MANPADS. The aircraft crew was rescued, and the U.S. is investigating weapon supplies by Beijing.
The Trump administration revoked the visa of a Xinhua journalist following the expulsion of a NYT correspondent from China. The publication urged both countries to reconsider the decision.
General Francis Donovan discussed security with Cuban military officials near the Guantanamo base. The talks took place against the backdrop of increasing sanctions pressure from Washington.
UN Secretary-General hopes for the success of diplomacy and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump is preparing a final decision regarding the previous agreement with Iran.
US and Iranian negotiators have agreed on a memorandum regarding a truce and nuclear negotiations. President Trump has taken several days to deliberate before approving the document.
The U. S. diplomatic mission in Kyiv remains open and is operating without changes. Reports regarding the departure of American diplomats are false.
The Office of the President commented on the statement by the EU's chief diplomat, Kaja Kallas, regarding the US Embassy. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs had previously denied information about the evacuation of American diplomats.
MFA spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi stated that information regarding the departure of the US Embassy is untrue. The statement followed reports concerning Kaja Kallas.
Foreign Minister Sybiha thanked EU ministers for their resilience in the face of Russian threats in Kyiv. He emphasized the transformation of Europe during a meeting in Cyprus.
Ukraine rejects alternative integration models and seeks full EU membership. The authorities insist on opening all negotiation clusters in June.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet with Emmanuel Macron on June 12. The leaders will discuss defense cooperation and energy ahead of the G7 summit.
The EU fears that the Russian Federation will attack the Baltics or the Arctic to test NATO unity. Putin may resort to escalation due to heavy losses and the stalemate at the front.
The US did not issue a visa to the Russian Deputy Foreign Minister to participate in a UN Security Council meeting. The Iranian Foreign Minister was also likely denied entry.
Marco Rubio and Nikol Pashinyan signed an agreement on the development of the TRIPP corridor. The countries also agreed on a partnership in the mining sector.
Zelenskyy is open to meetings with African leaders. Ukraine is expanding its network of embassies and aims to increase trade turnover beyond 6.7 billion dollars.
Ukraine has opened 8 embassies in Africa and is preparing new missions in Zambia and Cape Town. Official Kyiv plans to exceed the pre-war trade turnover of 6.7 billion dollars.
The European Union has summoned a Russian diplomat over threats of new strikes on Kyiv. The European Commission called Russia's actions a sign of desperation and promised continued support.
The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs will consider any strike on its diplomats in Kyiv as a targeted attack. Warsaw calls on Russia to immediately cease its illegal aggression.
Yaroslav Chornohor has become the MFA special envoy for cooperation with the Belarusian opposition. The parties agreed on political dialogue and humanitarian cooperation.
Ambassador Mathernová stated that EU diplomats remain in Kyiv despite Russia's threats. She called Moscow's statements a manifestation of despair and an attempt at intimidation.
María Corina Machado plans to return to Venezuela by the end of 2026 to participate in the elections. She demands the holding of free and fair races.
Zelenskyy stated the necessity of Ukraine's full membership in the EU and the opening of negotiating clusters. The European project is impossible without Ukraine and its voice.
The Irish Foreign Ministry warns that associate member status would block Ukraine's full accession to the EU. This could create a two-tier approach to the bloc's expansion.
Tulsi Gabbard will step down as U. S. Director of National Intelligence at the end of June due to her husband's illness. Aaron Lucas will serve as the acting head of the agency.
U. S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is resigning due to her husband's cancer diagnosis. She plans to devote her time to supporting her family in the fight against the disease.
Sybiha confirmed that names for negotiations are being discussed but denied Schröder's involvement. He ironically urged the Russian Federation not to propose Seagal or Depardieu.
Sybiha announced the removal of obstacles from Hungary regarding European integration. Ukraine expects the formal opening of six negotiation clusters in June.
Diplomatic channels are coordinating the time and venue for the meeting between the leaders of Ukraine and Hungary. The first round of negotiations lasted six hours and showed progress.
Sybiha and Anita Orbán discussed the issue of national minorities and Ukraine's accession to the EU. The second round of expert consultations will be held as early as next week.