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A news outlet based in Ukraine that covers current events with a focus on Ukraine-related issues, including conflict updates, political developments, and military actions.
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- Top beat: Security
- Tracked since 2026
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Today’s stories
- EU confirms launch of formal accession talks with Ukraine, Moldova, on June 15The EU confirmed the start of formal accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova on June 15, following an agreement on Hungarian minority rights in Ukraine. Hungary had previously blocked the talks over minority rights concerns, but a new government in Budapest has resolved the issue.
- When Ukraine takes key step toward Europe, Russian star will be performing next doorUkraine's embassy criticizes Russian opera star Anna Netrebko's performance in Luxembourg as the country moves closer to EU membership, highlighting tensions over Russian cultural figures' return to Western stages.
- Ukrainian drone maker Skyfall partners with Airbus on defense innovationUkrainian drone manufacturer Skyfall has formed a strategic partnership with Airbus Defense and Space to enhance airspace protection and defense capabilities, following a memorandum of understanding signed at the ILA Berlin exhibition.
- Why Ukraine's financial intelligence chief is facing an anti-corruption probeUkraine's financial intelligence chief is facing an anti-corruption probe over a multimillion-dollar embezzlement scheme involving former regional contracts, with NABU conducting searches and allegations of non-cooperation with anti-corruption efforts.
- The only winner of the Poland-Ukraine scandal is PutinPoland's relationship with Ukraine has deteriorated, with historical tensions and political actions fueling anti-Ukrainian sentiment, benefiting Russia's strategic interests.
- Pay raises, fixed terms, and more foreigners: Ukraine announces landmark military service reformsZelensky announces major reforms to soldier pay and recruitment, including higher compensation, fixed contracts, and increased efforts to bring in foreign fighters amid a manpower crisis.
- 'High probability' of Russian missile launch from Oreshnik site over next day, Ukraine's Air Force warnsUkraine's Air Force warns of a high probability of a Russian Oreshnik missile launch over the next 24 hours, with the missile potentially targeting Ukraine's political leadership and government institutions.
- As member states fight over upcoming EU budget, Ukraine's support package sees a 10% cutEU's budget draft reduces Ukraine's financial support from 100 billion to 89 billion euros for 2028-2034, raising concerns about funding gaps if the war continues, with final numbers still uncertain
- Sumy hit by morning artillery bombardment as Russian strikes across Ukraine kill at least 6, injure 52 over past dayRussian attacks across Ukraine killed at least six people and injured 52 in the past day, with Sumy hit by artillery and multiple drone strikes reported.
- What we know about Starobilsk strike Russia turned into propaganda flashpointA Ukrainian drone strike on Russian-occupied Starobilsk led to conflicting claims about civilian casualties, with Russia using the incident for propaganda and Ukraine denying targeting civilians.
- Putin repeats maximalist war claims as battlefield reality shiftsRussian President Vladimir Putin reiterated maximalist war claims, asserting Russia's goals remain unchanged despite shifting battlefield dynamics and Ukraine's strategic shifts. Ukrainian forces have gained advantages in medium-range strikes, while Putin's territorial claims were later downgraded by the Kremlin. Ukraine continues seeking U.S. and European support for a negotiated resolution.
- 'I didn’t recognize myself' — For Ukrainian soldiers with facial wounds, US surgeons help restore dignityAmerican and Ukrainian surgeons conduct facial reconstruction surgeries on Ukrainian soldiers injured in the war, aiming to restore function and appearance through the 'Face to Face' mission.
- US Senate committee backs $750 million in Ukraine aid in 2027 defense budgetU.S. Senate committee approved $750 million in Ukraine aid as part of 2027 defense budget, showing continued support despite reduced U.S. assistance under Trump. The bill includes restrictions on funding for recognizing Russian sovereignty over Ukrainian territory and would require Senate approval and presidential sign-off to take effect.
- General Staff: Russia has lost 1,380,120 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022Ukraine's General Staff reported that Russia has lost 1,380,120 troops in Ukraine since the full-scale invasion began on Feb. 24, 2022, including 1,300 casualties in the past day. The report also listed significant losses of military equipment by Russia. Ukraine has not disclosed its own losses.
- Russian rubber plant, oil refineries struck by Ukrainian drones in latest overnight attack, military confirmsUkrainian drones attacked Russian oil refineries and a rubber plant in Tatarstan and Samara Oblast on June 12, 2026, damaging facilities linked to Russia's war effort, according to Ukraine's General Staff.