NG Colonel Zhar: Doing everything possible to prevent another Chornobyl tragedy
Ukrainian military personnel are doing everything they can every day to prevent another disaster at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant.
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North Korea may send more troops to Russia for Ukraine war - Seoul intelligence
North Korea may dispatch additional troops to Russia to help Russia in its war effort against Ukraine in July or August. Also, Pyongyang continues to send Russia weapons.
26 June 2025
Russia launches airstrike against agrifirm in Kharkiv region, injuring two, killing livestock
A Russian airstrike targeted an agricultural enterprise in the Izium district, Kharkiv region, leaving at least two people injured and killing livestock, also causing a blaze.
EU condemns DPRK, Iran, Belarus for enabling Russian aggression – resolution
The EU heads of state and government, who met today in Brussels in the format of the European Council, condemned third countries for backing Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, and called on them to immediately cease any such direct or indirect support.
In 2025, EU to give Ukraine EUR 30.6B in financial aid - summit resolution
The European Union will continue to provide Ukraine with significant economic and financial support that will reach EUR 30.6 billion in 2025 alone.
Ukrainian drones hit rocket fuel depot in Bryansk - defense intel
The drones launched by the Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine’s Defense Ministry attacked rocket fuel storage facilities in Russia’s Bryansk region.
EU leaders call for tougher sanctions against Russia - resolution
EU leaders, during a summit in Brussels, called on member states to strengthen restrictive measures against Russia to restrain its capabilities to wage a war of aggression, and in this context welcomed the adoption of the 17th package of EU sanctions against the aggressor state. At the same time, the final document of the summit contains no mention of the 18th package of sanctions proposed by the European Commission.
Zelensky to EU leaders: Strong 18th package of Russia sanctions needed now
President Volodymyr Zelensky says the main targets of the 18th package of EU sanctions should include Russian oil, tanker fleet, banks, as well as all supply chains in arms production.
Russian propaganda spreads fake story about Zelensky's suit at Hague summit
Russians faked a Fox News article
Peter Gelb, General Manager of the Metropolitan Opera
When the Putin regime is trying to destroy a nation, only supporting Ukraine is right
EU unwavering in backing Ukraine's independence, territorial integrity - resolution
The leaders of states and governments of EU member states, meeting in Brussels, reaffirmed the European Union's unwavering position on the independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders, and its effective support for these principles, including broad political, financial, military, humanitarian, and diplomatic assistance.
Dutch sculptor presents unique piece to Taras Shevchenko University in Kyiv
A 29-year sculptor from The Netherlands has donated his sculpture ‘Protection of Freedom’ to the Taras Shevchenko University in Kyiv as a symbol of support for the Ukrainian people.
European Council reaffirms support for just, lasting peace in Ukraine
Following an exchange with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky via teleconference, EU leaders reaffirmed their support for efforts to achieve a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in Ukraine, based on the UN Charter and international law.
Ukrainian intelligence hits key Russian air defenses in Crimea
Drones from the Prymary special unit of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine have successfully struck Russian air defense systems in temporarily occupied Crimea.
Zaporizhzhia NPP reliant on single power line for seven weeks – IAEA
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), which remains under Russian occupation, has been dependent on a single power transmission line for the past seven weeks, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Injury toll in missile attack on Dnipro rises to 314
The number of people injured in the June 24 missile strike on the city of Dnipro has risen to 314.
PACE resolutions to serve as case material for Special Tribunal – Ukrainian MP
Crimes of aggression documented in resolutions of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) may be used as case material for the future Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine, thereby strengthening mechanisms for enforcing PACE resolutions, which currently have a recommendatory nature.
Russia not to recognize Special Tribunal for Crime of Aggression against Ukraine
Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has declared that it will not recognize the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine and has warned third countries against joining the initiative.
Nearly 6,000 cases of Russia’s use of cluster munitions documented in Ukraine – MFA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine (MFA) is calling for strong measures in response to Russia's deliberate and systematic use of cluster munitions against Ukraine.
War update: 79 clashes on frontline since day-start, fighting ongoing in six sectors
Since the beginning of the day, there have been 79 combat engagements between Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian troops, including 26 in the Pokrovsk sector.
Zelensky announced completion of another stage of prisoner exchange
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the completion of another stage of prisoner exchange, most of whom had been held captive since 2022.
Chinese FM: Beijing has never supplied weapons to either side in Ukraine war
The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied that Beijing has supplied weapons to any of the parties involved in the conflict in Ukraine.
Nauseda hopes Ukraine’s EU accession can be accelerated
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda hopes that Ukraine and the EU will be able to open all clusters by the end of the year.
PM Shmyhal reports number of mines cleared in deoccupied Kherson region
Currently, 68% of the deoccupied territories of Kherson region have already been demined. Previously, this was expected to take up to 15 years.
Russians shell pharmacy in Kostiantynivka, injure two civilians
In Kostyantynivka, Donetsk region, Russian invaders shelled a pharmacy, injuring two civilians.
UN condemns Russian attacks on densely populated areas in Ukraine, leading to "foreseeable” casualties
The UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) condemned Russia's latest attacks on the country's civilian population, noting that none of the targeted facilities where people died were military.
Finland probing company suspected of selling sanctioned goods to Russia
Finnish customs are leading a major criminal case targeting a company from the east of the country that could have supplied Russia with components subject to sanctions in 2022-2023.
MoD Ukraine discusses army needs with Norwegian delegation
Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine Valeriy Churkin held a meeting with State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Norway, ivind Van Petersen, emphasized the need of Ukraine’s Defense Forces for additional air and missile defense systems.
Russia has always made art political - Metropolitan Opera chief
Russia has always made art and culture political, using past achievements as a reflection of their might.
No one in Russia’s leadership “untouchable” - Kallas
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas believes there is no room for Russian impunity as all Russian war crimes are being documented.