Graham calls on Europe to strengthen sanctions against Russia
U.S. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham plans to visit Germany and France to personally call for tougher sanctions and to synchronize the sanctions policy of the EU and the United States.
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Russia will seek ceasefire only after defeat in summer offensive – French expert
A potential Russian summer offensive in Ukraine is likely to fail as Ukrainian forces are now far better prepared than they were last year. There is a strong likelihood that following such a failure, Russia will genuinely seek to negotiate a ceasefire.
More than 500 people evacuated from Sumy region this week
This week, over 500 residents were evacuated from the border areas of the Sumy region due to continuous enemy strikes.
Yermak, Türkiye’s foreign minister discuss next diplomatic steps toward peace
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Andriy Yermak, met with Türkiye’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hakan Fidan, to discuss ongoing diplomatic efforts to achieve peace.
War update: 93 combat clashes on frontline since morning, one-third in Pokrovsk sector
Since the beginning of the day, there have been 93 combat engagements between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian troops, with 31 of them occurring in the Pokrovsk sector.
Ukrainian intelligence strikes Russian marine base in Vladivostok in bold special operation – source
The Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense carried out a special operation in Vladivostok, specifically near Desantnaya Bay, during which Russian personnel and military equipment were struck.
Ukraine's experience in using naval drones would be useful for UK - Lord Ashcroft
Ukraine's utilization of naval drones, such as the Magura, is rewriting the rules of naval warfare and also shaping new standards for the manifestation of naval power in the 21st century.
Missile system designed by HUR downs Russia’s latest jet drone
During an air raid involving Russian drones against Odesa region on May 29, Ukraine’s Defense Forces destroyed the latest jet drone, launched by Russian invaders, using an anti-aircraft missile system developed by specialists from the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense (HUR)
Military drills in Belarus unlikely to turn into new offensive against Ukraine – expert
There is currently no reason to believe that the joint military exercises planned for this fall by Russia and Belarus could serve as a cover for a new northern offensive against Ukraine.
Ukraine’s novel surface drones obliterate third of Russia’s Black Sea fleet – expert
Thanks to the effective performance of naval drones, Ukraine destroyed at least a third of Russia’s Black Sea fleet.
First auction ends with Trans-Balkan route capacities unbooked – GTSOU
Considering the limited time before the auction, gas transmission system operators expected that gas import capacities from Greece might not be booked. Hence, the next auction has been scheduled for June 23, 2025.
Russia’s summer offensive to revisit 2024 scenario, focusing on Donbas - expert
The Russian summer offensive of 2025 is a repeat of last year's campaign, with some changes in conditions and effectiveness, including due to Ukraine’s growing defense capabilities and support from the West.
Ukraine to receive almost $3B from Russian frozen assets transferred by Japan – Shmyhal
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a decision to secure nearly $3 billion in funding from Japan, backed by proceeds from Russian frozen assets.
Two civilians killed in Kherson morning shelling
Russian forces shelled Kherson with artillery at approximately 9 a.m., killing a man and a woman who were on the street at the time of the attack.
Turkish foreign minister in Kyiv: War approaching a turning point
The Russian-Ukrainian war is nearing a turning point, there is an opportunity to achieve a lasting peace this year. Türkiye is prepared to support this process, particularly through its negotiation venue in Istanbul.
Restart of Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant impossible due to unsafe conditions – IAEA
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) maintains its position that restarting the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) is impossible under current circumstances due to the lack of safe operating conditions.
May 25 attack on Khmelnytskyi region: Death toll rises to five
A woman who was severely injured in the Russian attack on Krasyliv, Khmelnytskyi region, on May 25 has died in hospital, bringing the death toll to five.
Trump sees Russian attacks on civilians during talks as 'extremely frustrating' – State Department
U.S. President Donald Trump finds Russia's large-scale attacks on Ukrainian civilians during ceasefire negotiations "extremely frustrating."
Kyslytsya, Italian ambassador discuss peace process, preparations for Ukraine Recovery Conference
First Deputy Foreign Minister of Ukraine Sergiy Kyslytsya met with Italian Ambassador to Ukraine Carlo Formosa to discuss further steps in the peace process and preparations for the upcoming Ukraine Recovery Conference.
Sybiha: Russia must submit ceasefire proposal before Istanbul talks
Ukraine is interested in continuing peace talks in Istanbul, but for them to be effective, the Russian side must submit its proposed ceasefire "memorandum" in advance, in line with prior agreements.
Rescuers searching for people under rubble of building hit by Russian drone in Donetsk region
After firefighters extinguished a blaze in a five-story building struck by a Russian drone in Bilozerske, Donetsk region, rescuers are combing the debris for survivors.
Kellogg: US, German, British, French representatives will attend Istanbul meeting
National security advisors from Germany, France, the United States, and the United Kingdom will attend Ukraine-Russia peace talks in Istanbul on Monday, June 2.
Kharkiv trolleybus garage targeted in Russian attack
At least 30 houses were damaged and two people were injured as Russian drones attacked a trolleybus garage in Kharkiv in the early hours of Friday, May 30.
Romania issues air alert due to Russian drone attack on Ukraine
On Friday night, residents in the northern part of Tulcea county, Romania, received an RO-ALERT warning about the possible fall of airborne objects amid the ongoing war launched by Russia against Ukraine.
Russia’s child abduction campaign aims to destroy Ukrainian identity – Zarivna
Russia has created a comprehensive system of indoctrination for abducted Ukrainian children – spanning from kindergartens to universities.
Russian drone strike destroys Nova Poshta branch in Odesa region
In Odesa region, a drone attack caused a fire and the destruction of a Nova Poshta (Ukrainian postal company) branch, as well as damage to nearby cargo trucks.
SSU nabs Russian spy aiding missile strikes on Ukrainian airfields
In Khmelnytskyi region, the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) detained and formally charged an agent of the Russian special services who had been directing missile and drone strikes on the aviation infrastructure of Ukraine’s Defense Forces in the western regions.
U.S. may consider stopping NATO’s eastward expansion – Kellogg
U.S. President’s Special Envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, stated that Washington considers Russia’s concerns about NATO’s eastward expansion to be fair, suggesting the process could be halted.
Ukrainian drones hit over 89,000 Russian targets in May – CinC Syrskyi
In May, Ukraine’s Defense Forces struck and destroyed over 89,000 Russian targets using various types of drones.
Ukraine’s forces down 26 drones overnight, 30 others lost from tracking
Ukraine’s defense forces neutralized 56 out of 90 Russian drones of various types used in an overnight attack that began late on May 29.