Stefanishyna: SABER bill opens new opportunities to use Russian assets for Ukraine
The bipartisan SABER bill introduced in the U.S. Senate could revive debate on using frozen Russian sovereign assets to support Ukraine’s defense needs.
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22 June 2026
Russian strikes on energy facilities cause new power outages in seven regions
As of the morning of June 22, Russian attacks have left users without power in seven regions; the situation is most critical in the Donetsk and Kherson regions.
21 June 2026
Ukrenergo forecasts no power outages on Monday
No electricity consumption restrictions are planned in Ukraine on Monday, June 22, according to the National Power Company Ukrenergo.
20 June 2026
Ukrenergo forecasts no power outages on Sunday
No electricity consumption restrictions are planned in Ukraine on Sunday, June 21.
New blackout occurs at Zaporizhzhia NPP
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) experienced another blackout today — the twentieth since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
19 June 2026
Ukrenergo forecasts no power outages on Saturday
No restrictions on electricity consumption are planned in Ukraine on Saturday, June 20.
Ukrenergo: Russian strikes cause new power outages in six regions
As of the morning of June 19, new power outages affecting users have been reported in six regions as a result of Russian attacks; electricity consumption in Ukraine has increased due to rising temperatures.
National Bank keeps key policy rate at 15%
The National Bank of Ukraine has decided to maintain its key policy rate at 15%.
18 June 2026
Ukraine's strikes cause physical gasoline shortages in 13 Russian regions, expert says
Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries have triggered crisis-like conditions in 70 of Russia's 83 federal subjects, with physical gasoline shortages emerging in 13 regions.
Inflation in Ukraine slows, but price pressures persist – NBU
Despite the expected slowdown in inflation in May, price pressures and elevated inflation expectations remain.
Ukrainian government approves Budget Declaration for 2027-2029
The Ukrainian government has approved the 2027–2029 Budget Declaration, which, among other provisions, envisages a gradual increase in social standards.
17 June 2026
Ukraine unveils ‘Economy of the Future’ strategy project
A draft of the “Economy of the Future” strategy was presented at a meeting of the Council on Entrepreneurship Support under the President of Ukraine. The initiative is intended to set Ukraine’s economic course for the next 10–15 years and serve as a modern-day equivalent of the Marshall Plan for the country.
Magyar orders investigation into seizure of Oschadbank funds in Hungary
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar has ordered an investigation into the controversy surrounding Ukrainian cash-in-transit personnel and Oschadbank vehicles that were detained in Hungary in March.
Ukraine and Germany to jointly develop “Freyja” anti-ballistic missile system
The German defense company Hensoldt and the Ukrainian company Fire Point have signed a memorandum of understanding regarding the joint integration of components into the FREYJA ground-based air defense system, designed to detect and intercept ballistic missiles.
16 June 2026
Moscow refinery halts operations after Ukrainian drone strike – Reuters
Moscow’s largest oil refinery has suspended operations following a Ukrainian drone attack on June 16.
UK allocates £210M to support Ukraine’s nuclear energy sector, Zelensky thanks Starmer
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked the United Kingdom for allocating £210 million to finance supplies of enriched uranium for Ukraine’s nuclear energy sector and for introducing a new package of sanctions against Russia.
Trump threatens France with 100% tariffs on wine
U.S. President Donald Trump warned France of the risks of a new trade war and threatened to impose 100% tariffs on French wines and champagne if Paris does not repeal the digital tax on American technology companies.
15 June 2026
Britain detains shadow fleet tanker for first time; Kyiv expects stronger pressure on Russia’s oil revenues
The tanker SMYRTOS, linked to Russia’s shadow fleet and already subject to sanctions by a number of countries, has been detained in British territorial waters for the first time; its detention could signal a tightening of actual oversight over compliance with the sanctions regime.
14 June 2026
Ukrenergo not expecting power outages on Monday
No electricity consumption restrictions are planned in Ukraine on Monday, June 15.
13 June 2026
Zaporizhzhia NPP emerges from blackout
Power engineers have restored external power supply to the temporarily occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.
Government works to increase financial support for frontline communities, Svyrydenko says
The issue of allocating additional subsidies to frontline regions will be resolved in the near future.
Russians attack at least 137 gas stations in two months
Russian forces have intensified their attacks on gas stations across Ukraine, with at least 137 facilities hit since the beginning of April.
12 June 2026
IMF agrees to provide Ukraine with next loan tranche of nearly USD 700M
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has agreed to release its next tranche of a loan to Ukraine amounting to nearly $700 million.
Deep strike, drone countermeasures: “Ukrainian Armored Vehicles” signs memorandum with MBDA
European missile manufacturer MBDA and Ukrainian defense company “Ukrainian Armored Vehicles” have signed a memorandum of understanding and begun negotiations on a strategic partnership to develop capabilities in the areas of deep strike and counter-drone operations.
Russian shelling causes new power outages in five regions
As of the morning of June 12, Russian attacks have left users without power in five frontline regions; electricity consumption has increased.
11 June 2026
Norway allocates $10.6M for repairs to Chornobyl nuclear plant sarcophagus
Norway is allocating NOK 100 million ($10.6 million) to repair the protective structure covering Reactor No. 4 at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant.
Joint drone production with Ukraine could benefit Canada – General Coates
Joint production of drones for Ukrainian forces on Canadian territory could help reform Canada's defense industrial base.
Ukraine ready to resume air traffic as soon as it becomes safe – official
Ukraine will be able to resume air traffic as early as the second day after it becomes safe to do so.
Over 100 Ukrainian companies training AI models using Brave1 Dataroom data – Defense Ministry
More than 100 Ukrainian companies have gained access to the Brave1 Dataroom platform and are using it to train artificial intelligence models on real-world data, according to Ukraine's Ministry of Defense.
Russian shelling cuts power to Zaporizhzhia NPP high-voltage line – Ukrenergo
A high-voltage external power line supplying the occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant was disconnected in the evening of June 10 during Russian shelling.