Zelensky outlines expectations for new Ground Forces commander
Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the Ukrainian Ground Forces should implement their experience of coordination with NATO and combat experience.
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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.
216 sites damaged in Kyiv after massive Russian attack
As of Thursday, June 19, 216 damaged objects were registered in Kyiv as a result of a massive Russian attack on June 17, 111 of them in the Solomianskyi district.
Mass events banned in Poltava region on June 24 over strike threat
In the Poltava region, mass events were banned from June 18 to 24 inclusive due to the increased likelihood of air strikes on facilities in the regional center and the Poltava district.
Russia handing Ukraine bodies of own soldiers – interior minister presents evidence
Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko published evidence of the Russians transferring the bodies of their own military personnel along with those of fallen Ukrainians as part of the swap effort.
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.
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.
North Korea to send 25,000 workers to Russia’s drone factory - media
North Korea is looking into sending its citizens to Russia to work at a drone factory so that the visiting workers can help increase production in exchange for gaining experience in drone operation.
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.
Massive Russian attack repelled: dozens of vehicles, troops eliminated on eastern front
Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully repelled a large-scale mechanized assault by Russian troops on the eastern front, destroying 23 enemy vehicles, including 18 armored fighting vehicles (AFVs) and 13 motorcycles.
Massive Russian attack repelled: dozens of vehicles, troops eliminated on eastern front
Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully repelled a large-scale mechanized assault by Russian troops on the eastern front, destroying 23 enemy vehicles, including 18 armored fighting vehicles (AFVs) and 13 motorcycles.
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.
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.
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.
Cultural center in Kherson region completely destroyed by drone strike
In the Kherson region, a cultural center in the village of Novooleksandrivka was completely destroyed by a drone strike.
Russian drone hits official vehicle in Kherson region, one wounded
In the Kherson region, Russian troops attacked a service vehicle belonging to the Bilozerka settlement military administration with a drone, injuring a 46-year-old employee.
Sports school in Kyiv damaged in Russian attack, 80% of windows destroyed
As a result of a massive attack by the Russian Federation on June 17, almost 80% of the windows at the Kyiv Sports Lyceum were damaged, and the walls, ceilings, entrance, and sports equipment were partially destroyed.
Anti-drone nets installed on roads in Sumy border communities
In border communities in Sumy region, roads are being equipped with anti-drone nets to protect against Russian attacks.
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.