Authorities declare June 18 Day of Mourning in Kyiv region for victims of Russia’s deadly strike
In Kyiv region, June 18 has been declared a Day of Mourning for those killed in Russia’s massive missile and drone attack on Kyiv.
Society and Culture
Kremlin actively using Russian Orthodox Church as tool of hybrid influence in Africa – intel
The Kremlin is actively using the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC) as a tool of hybrid influence on the African continent, according to Andrii Yusov, a representative of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate.
17 June 2025
Ukrainians among those to be evacuated from Israel by Poland
Poland has deployed two planes to evacuate Polish citizens from Israel, who will depart from Jordan and Egypt.
16 June 2025
Ukraine's first lady, Vienna mayor visit accessibility center
Ukraine's First Lady, Olena Zelenska, and Vienna Mayor Michael Ludwig visited one of the Austrian capital's centers dedicated to promoting accessibility.
Up to 90% of Ukrainians support future accession to EU, NATO - poll
Over the years of the war with Russia, the moods toward Ukraine’s Euro-Atlantic integration have changed considerably in the south and east of the country. Currently, it is supported by up to 90% of citizens in each region.
Ukraine rejects Russia’s offer to exchange their soldiers for abducted Ukrainian children
President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed that the Russians proposed exchanging their prisoners of war for the Ukrainian children they had abducted. According to him, such an idea is unacceptable.
Around 80% of Ukrainians firmly reject Russia’s “peace plan” – poll
Approximately 80% of Ukraine’s population categorically reject the Russian "peace plan."
Russia plans to disseminate fake lists of dead during final stage of POW exchanges – intel
Russia is preparing to launch a disinformation campaign aimed at discrediting Ukraine during the final stage of prisoner exchanges, with the dissemination of fake lists of deceased individuals.
CCD refutes Russian fake about alleged involvement of TRC staff in car accident in Khmelnytskyi region
Information about an alleged road traffic accident involving staff from the Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center (TRC) in Iziaslav, Khmelnytskyi region, is fake.
15 June 2025
Bring Kids Back UA: Ukraine reunites 1,359 children with their families
As part of President Volodymyr Zelensky’s initiative Bring Kids Back UA, a total of 1,359 Ukrainian children who were deported by Russia have already been brought back home.
Dr. John J. Kirton, Director of the G7 Research Group at the University of Toronto
Ukraine remains G7’s priority despite emerging global challenges
On Father’s Day, Lviv honors memory of dads killed by Russia
The Dear Angel action was held outside Lviv’s Garrison Church on June 15 as Ukraine marks Father’s Day. The event was dedicated to children who lost their fathers to the Russian war.
Another Ukrainian actor, Yuriy Felipenko, killed in action as part of Ukraine’s Army
An actor from the Kyiv Academic Drama Theater in Podil, Yuriy Felipenko, was killed by Russian invaders while defending the country on the frontline.
Ukrainian Intel Chief honors parents who raised brave defenders of Ukraine
Honor to the parents who raised a courageous generation of young men and women who took up arms to defend Ukraine.
Ukraine completes rail repatriation of fallen soldiers’ bodies – SSU
The repatriation phase involving rail transport has been completed. The next phase will be carried out by road transport in accordance with the agreements reached during the meeting in Istanbul.
On Father’s Day, President pays tribute to Ukraine’s brave and devoted dads
On the occasion of Father’s Day, President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized that this day is now filled with even greater gratitude toward Ukrainian fathers.
Ukraine repatriates bodies of 4,812 fallen citizens in one week
Between June 9 and June 15, Ukraine has received the bodies of 4,812 deceased citizens as part of ongoing repatriation efforts.
Ukraine recovers bodies of 1,200 fallen citizens in major repatriation effort
As a result of ongoing repatriation efforts, the bodies of 1,200 more deceased Ukrainian citizens, including military personnel, have been returned to Ukraine.
Sunday forecast in Ukraine: short rains, thunderstorms, highs up to +27°
On Sunday, June 15, Ukraine will see short-term rains, with temperatures ranging from 9-14°C at night and 19-24°C during the day, reaching up to +27°C in the southwest.
Ukraine boosts demined land by 50% as clearance efforts accelerate
The area of land in Ukraine designated as safe has increased by nearly 50% compared to last year.
14 June 2025
POW swaps to continue into next week - president
Next week, prisoner-of-war exchanges between Ukraine and Russia will continue in accordance with the agreements reached earlier.
SBU posts exclusive footage from today's POW swap
The Security Service of Ukraine released an exclusive video showing the latest round of the exchange of prisoners of war with Russia and repatriation of bodies, including of the fallen soldiers, completed on June 14.
Kremlin policies trigger exodus of top scientists, Ukrainian intelligence says
Due to Kremlin policies, Russia loses approximately 1% of its scientists every year.
Yuri Andrukhovych makes shortlist for Neustadt International Prize for Literature
Ukrainian poet, writer, and translator Yuri Andrukhovych has been shortlisted for the 2026 Neustadt International Prize for Literature, one of the most prestigious American literary awards.
Ukraine awaits Russia's response to children’s list handed over in Istanbul – Zelensky’s Office advisor
Ukraine is yet to receive a response from the Russian side to the list of children abducted by the invasion force that Ukraine’s delegation handed over to the Russian side at the latest round of talks in Turkey’s Istanbul.
Equality March held in Kyiv
On Saturday, June 14, the capital of Ukraine, Kyiv, hosted an Equality March.
Another 1,200 bodies of fallen Ukrainians repatriated from Russia
The bodies of another 1,200 fallen Ukrainian citizens, including military service members, were returned to Ukraine as a result of the latest repatriation effort.
Zaporizhzhia humanitarian hub destroyed in Russian strike
In Zaporizhzhia, a humanitarian hub of a non-profit that had been providing assistance to war-affected civilians since the first days of the full-scale invasion was destroyed as a result of a morning attack.
Ukrainian theater funds sea drone to strike Russian forces
Group 13 unit of the Main Directorate of Intelligence (HUR) of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has received the latest maritime drone, the Magura V7.