Putin fails to bring Western companies to St. Petersburg forum - media
Russian ruler Vladimir Putin failed to attract Western companies to this week’s St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF).
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Storm destroys over 700 hectares of forest in Rivne region
In Kostopil district, a storm destroyed more than 700 hectares of forest and knocked down thousands of trees.
EU considering moving EUR 200B in frozen Russian assets to riskier investment fund – Politico
The European Union is considering transferring almost EUR 200 billion of frozen Russian state assets held in Belgium into a new, riskier investment fund that would pay out higher interest.
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Kherson prepares civilian guide on protection from Russian drones
Experts in Kherson have published a comprehensive collection of practical advice for civilians on how to protect themselves from Russian drone attacks in urban areas. The materials are available for download in PDF format and in Google Docs format.
Russia is trying to save Iran's nuclear program, says Zelensky
Russia is currently trying to save Iran's nuclear program in order to enable its allies to continue exporting war.
From The Hague to Kyiv: Participants of fundraising run welcomed in Zhytomyr
Participants of the fundraising run, including Dutch and Ukrainian veterans, who set out from The Hague to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine, arrived in Zhytomyr.
USNC has no right to stand aside: Ukraine's envoy to UN ahead of emergency meeting
The UN Security Council must take measures to put an end to Russian madness and force Moscow to stop war crimes against Ukrainians.
Zelensky, Lagarde talk use of frozen Russian assets
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine met with the President of the European Central Bank, Christine Lagarde on Thursday in Kyiv.
UNSC to hold emergency meeting amid latest wave of Russian attacks
The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on Friday, June 20, in response to the latest wave of terror and Russia's brutal attacks on Ukraine.
Sanctions by Ukraine, partners against Russia should be 100% aligned - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting on the sanction policy against the aggressor state, where a decision was made to synchronize the restrictive measures introduced by Ukraine and its partners to continue pressure on the Russian shadow fleet, and to explore new areas of restrictions against Russia.
Xi to Putin: Use of force wrong way to settle disputes
Chinese President Xi Jinping, in a phone call with Russian leader Vladimir Putin regarding the escalation in the Middle East, stated that the use of force is not the right way to resolve international disputes.
War update: 88 clashes on frontline since day-start, fiercest battles in Pokrovsk sector
Since the beginning of the day, there have been 88 combat clashes between the Defense Forces of Ukraine and Russian troops, with the highest number occurring in the Pokrovsk sector.
Russians launch airstrikes at frontline settlements in Zaporizhzhia region, causing destruction
Russian forces carried out airstrikes on Polohy district in Zaporizhzhia region.
Ukraine to abandon NATO ambitions only if Alliance ceases to exist – Hetmanchuk
The only reason Ukraine would abandon its ambition to become a member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization would be the disappearance of NATO itself.
Dutch DM warns: Putin's imperialistic ambitions go beyond Ukraine
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans stated that Vladimir Putin’s imperial ambitions go beyond Ukraine, aiming to restore the influence of the Soviet empire — including in the Baltic countries and other territories.
In many aspects, Ukrainian army most innovative in Europe, Dutch DM says
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans stated that Ukraine currently has the most powerful, and, in many aspects, the most innovative army in Europe.
Another group of Ukrainian servicemen returns from Russian captivity – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the return of another group of Ukrainian servcemen to their homeland. According to the President, most of the servicemen had been in captivity since 2022.
Netherlands’ DM: Strengthening of Russia’s position in Ukraine poses greater threat to NATO
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans stated that strengthening of Russia’s position in Ukraine poses a greater threat to NATO as well and that supporting Ukraine should become an integral part of the Alliance's future defense spending.
Deepening trade ties can strengthen shared resilience of Ukraine, Europe – Lagarde
Deepening trade ties between Ukraine and Europe can strengthen the shared resilience of both parties in a fragmented world, especially since Europe is Ukraine's main trading partner.
Zelensky honors victims of Russian strike on building in Kyiv
President Volodymyr Zelensky honored the memory of those killed in the Russian strike on a building in Kyiv.
Ruben Brekelmans, Minister of Defense of the Netherlands
We want to invest more in the Ukrainian defense industry
Russia snubbing 30-day ceasefire proposal for past 100 days - MFA Ukraine
A hundred days have passed since Russia rejected the U.S. proposal for a complete ceasefire. It is time to act and force Moscow to peace.
New Zealand imposes sanctions against citizens of Russia, Belarus, North Korea, Iran
The New Zealand government has announced new restrictions against Russian and Belarusian companies and citizens, and has also added four citizens of the DPRK and two of Iran to the sanctions list, involved in supporting Russia's war against Ukraine.
Putin says ready to meet with Zelensky, but not to sign peace deal with Ukraine’s president
Russia’s Vladimir Putin said he was ready to negotiate an end to the war with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, while dismissing the idea of signing a peace agreement with him due to his alleged "illegitimacy".
Ukraine's air defense intercepts 88 of 104 Russian drones overnight Thu
Ukraine’s defense forces neutralized 88 Russian drones out of 104 launched at Ukraine last night while in six locations, hits were recorded.
Nico Lange, German security expert
Destroying all of Russia’s bomber fleet would benefit European security
War update: 163 clashes on frontline over past day, nearly third in Pokrovsk sector
Over the past 24 hours, 163 combat engagements between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian troops occurred on the frontline. The Pokrovsk direction saw the most activity from the enemy, with significant engagements also recorded in the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors.
Damage, injuries reported as Russians attack Mykolaiv region
Russian forces shelled communities in Mykolaiv region with artillery and attacked them with drones. In Kutsurub community, a woman was injured, while Inhul community, an agricultural enterprise was damaged.
Russia’s war casualty toll in Ukraine up by 1,080 over past day
The total combat losses of Russian forces in manpower from February 24, 2022, to June 19, 2025, have reached approximately 1,008,240 personnel, with 1,080 invaders eliminated over the past 24 hours alone.
No Russian warships in Ukrainian seas, Navy reports
As of 6:00 on June 19, 2025, there are no Russian warships present in either the Black Sea or the Sea of Azov.