Ukraine Denies US-Funded Biolabs as Disinformation
Ukraine has once again rejected claims about US-funded biolabs, calling them part of disinformation campaigns.
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Russian Drone Attacks on Sumy: Two Dead, Four Injured
Russian drone attacks on Ukraine's Sumy region killed two people and wounded four others within a single day, according to the National Police of Ukraine.
Ukrainian Drones Hit Azot Chemical Plant in Russia, Triggering Massive Fire
Ukrainian drones struck the Azot chemical plant in Novomoskovsk, Oblast, Russia, on the night of June 14, causing a large fire.
Russia: Fuel Sales Restricted in Moscow and Tatarstan
Gas stations in Moscow, Petersburg, and Tatarstan have imposed limits on gasoline and diesel sales following Ukrainian drone strikes on two refineries in Nizhnekamsk on June 12, Ukrainska Pravda reports.
Ukraine: 179 Combat Engagements at the Front on Saturday
By 10:00 p.m., the Ukrainian General Staff reported 179 combat engagements. Most Russian attacks were concentrated in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions.
Zelenskyy: Without Ukraine, Europe Will Fail Against Russia
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that Europe faces "extremely difficult" times without Ukraine and its experience in fighting Russian aggression. Russia is building new military bases near the EU border and trying to bribe politicians, Zelenskyy said.
Ukraine tests fully autonomous combat drones against Russia
Ukraine has conducted a test with fully autonomous combat drones that could identify and attack targets without human intervention, according to the news portal 24tv.
Fuel shortages hit oil-rich Tatarstan after Ukrainian attacks
After Ukrainian strikes on refineries in Tatarstan, the oil-rich Russian republic is experiencing fuel shortages. Local authorities have acknowledged the problems and imposed initial restrictions, according to 24tv.
Double Murder in Kyiv: Suspect from Caucasus Arrested
Police in Kyiv's Desnianskyi district have arrested a man from the Caucasus who allegedly shot two compatriots. The victims were suspected of looting apartments after Russian shelling.
Ukraine’s defense industry shifts to decentralized production to counter Russian strikes
Ukraine's defense industry has developed a method to withstand Russian missile and drone attacks: moving production from large central factories to dozens of small, often hidden sites – some abroad. Business Insider reports.
Ukraine Rejects Gabbard’s Biolab Allegations
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry has dismissed claims by US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard that Washington funded over 120 biolabs in the country, insisting all cooperation is for civilian health purposes.
Ukraine: 100 Days for Return from Unauthorized Absence
The Ukrainian Defense Ministry has introduced a new procedure for soldiers who left their units without authorization. According to Ukrainska Pravda, those affected can return voluntarily by September 20, 2026.
Russian Airstrike on Sloviansk: Five Wounded, Including a Child
Russian forces struck the city of Sloviansk in Donetsk region with three FAB-250 glide bombs on the morning of June 13, wounding at least five civilians, including a nine-year-old boy, according to the Donetsk Regional Prosecutor's Office.
Ukraine changes combat rules through rapid adaptation
Ukraine is changing the rules on the battlefield thanks to its rapid adaptability, a representative of the Dutch Defense Ministry said.
Usyk: Russia’s aggression against Ukraine is envy of freedom
At the US summit "America's Adversaries: The Russia Reality", Oleksandr Usyk described Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine as envy of Ukrainian freedom. The athlete emphasized that Ukraine has the right to a self-determined life without outside instructions.
Ukraine strikes largest gas terminal in southern Russia
Ukrainian special forces attacked the Tamannaftogaz oil and gas terminal in Krasnodar Krai. Drones hit five tanks and two loading facilities, Ukrainska Pravda reported, citing the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU).
Ukraine inflicts ‘very painful strikes’ on Russia, says Netherlands
A representative of the Dutch Ministry of Defense stated that Ukraine is currently causing Russia 'very painful strikes,' as reported by Ukrinform.
Ukrainian drones hit strategic ports in Krasnodar
Ukrainian long-range drones struck port facilities on the Taman Peninsula in Russia's Krasnodar region overnight Friday, the Kyiv Post reports. Authorities confirmed one fatality and three injuries.
Russian attack on market in Dnipropetrovsk region: nine wounded
Russian forces attacked a market in the Synelnykove district of Oblast on June 12, wounding nine people, Ukrainska Pravda reports.
UN reports record high of civilian casualties in Ukraine
The United Nations recorded a record high of civilian casualties in Ukraine in May since April 2022. At least 274 people were killed, according to a UN report cited by Spiegel.
EU launches accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova
The European Union on Monday began the first negotiations in the accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU Council President António Costa announced.
Russian Attack on DTEK Power Plant: One Dead, One Seriously Injured
Russia attacked a thermal power plant owned by Ukrainian energy company DTEK on Friday, killing one employee and seriously injuring another.
Ukrainian drones destroy Russian training ground in Novopetrivka
Ukrainian drones attacked the Russian military base 'Vostochny' in Novopetrivka, according to the commander of Ukrainian drone units, Robert 'Madjar' Brovdi.
Russian drones attack Ukraine: air raid alerts in several regions
On the evening of June 12, Russian troops launched another drone attack on Ukraine. According to 24tv, air raid alerts were triggered in several regions.
EU starts accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova
The EU decided on Friday to begin accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova on Monday in Luxembourg, as announced by the Cypriot Council Presidency.
Putin admits: Ukrainian drones paralyze Russian troops
Russian President Vladimir Putin has admitted that Ukrainian drones are severely hampering Russian forces. The statement was made on Russia Day, as reported by the Kyiv Post.
Ukraine: Number of War Victims with Disabilities Rises by 600,000
The number of people with disabilities in Ukraine has increased by 600,000 as a result of Russia's war of aggression, according to Ukrainian Disability Rights Commissioner Tetiana Kolobrodova at a UN conference in New York.
European Diplomats Deliver Note in Moscow
Three European diplomats have delivered a protest note to the Russian Foreign Ministry in Moscow, according to Spiegel. The move was a response to a Russian propaganda lie.
EU begins accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova on Monday
The EU will launch accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova on Monday, the Cypriot Council presidency announced after Hungary lifted its veto.
AI Drones Kill Soldiers Autonomously for First Time in Ukraine
According to a report by the British magazine New Scientist, fully autonomous AI drones have killed people for the first time in Ukraine without human control.
Russian attacks on Dnipropetrovsk: one dead, three injured
Russian forces attacked the Dnipropetrovsk region over 50 times on June 12, killing a 60-year-old man and injuring three others, including a 14-year-old boy.
Putin announces AI-powered drones and own satellite network
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced plans to develop drones with artificial intelligence and build a satellite network in low Earth orbit, acknowledging that Ukraine has stepped up its drone operations in the war.
Putin Threatens Intensified Strikes on Ukrainian Infrastructure
Russian President Vladimir Putin has threatened to step up attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure, citing recent Ukrainian operations on Russian soil as justification, the Kyiv Post reports.
Ukraine: Longest-serving soldiers to be gradually demobilized in 2026
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced a gradual demobilization of soldiers who have served the longest in the armed forces. The reform is to be implemented by the end of 2026, as reported by 24tv.
Zelenskyy Announces Higher Military Pay and New Contracts
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced a significant increase in military salaries, UNIAN reports. Soldiers on the front line will receive an average of 300,000 hryvnias, while rear-area personnel will get at least 30,000 hryvnias.
Ukrainian journalist held in Russian custody for nearly three years
Ukrainian journalist Anastasiia Glukhovska has been held in a Russian pre-trial detention facility for nearly three years, according to Ukrainska Pravda, citing regional outlet RIA-Piwden and Yaroslav Yurchyshyn, head of the parliamentary committee on freedom of speech.
Ukraine: Ombudsman uncovers abuses at Ternopil recruitment center
During an inspection of the military recruitment center (TCC) in Ternopil, Ukrainian Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets found serious human rights violations. According to Ukrainska Pravda, people with disabilities and mental disorders were among those detained there.
Ukraine destroys Russian supply bridges with cheap drones
Ukrainian forces have struck several key Russian supply bridges in occupied territories using inexpensive medium-range drones, according to UNIAN citing Business Insider. The attacks targeted crossings at Armyansk, Chonhar, and Henichesk.
Ukraine imposes sanctions on Russian propagandists and media
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has enacted a sanctions package of the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) against 29 Russian propagandists and 17 media organizations, Ukrainska Pravda reports.
Ukraine destroys Russian logistics: panic grows in Crimea
Ukraine is continuing its strategy of destroying Russian supply routes in the south. According to former head of Ukraine's foreign intelligence service Mykola Malomuzh, panic is growing among Russian troops on the occupied peninsula.