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On Monday, 22 June, parts of Ukraine will be affected by rain and thunderstorms. The worst weather is expected in the west, and during the day the rain will spread to the northern and most of the central regions.
On 22 June 2026, according to the New Julian calendar, the Orthodox Church of Ukraine commemorates the Holy Martyr Eusebius, Bishop of Samosata. In folk tradition, this day was associated with weather signs, good deeds and special beliefs concerning one’s personal life.
The international human rights organisations “Reporters Without Borders” (RSF) and the Human Rights Foundation (HRF) have appealed to UN special rapporteurs regarding the case of Ukrainian journalist Iryna Danilovych, who has been detained by Russia since 2022. They cite the deterioration in her health and violations of her rights whilst in detention as the reasons for their appeal.
Arina Sobolenko and Nikola Bartunkova are set to face each other in the quarter-finals of the WTA 500 grass-court tournament in Berlin. The match is scheduled for 19 June and is due to start at approximately 16:30 Kyiv time.
American actress Anne Hathaway has announced that she is expecting her third child. The Hollywood star posted a video on social media in which she showed off her noticeably rounded bump.
The President of Honduras, Nasri Asfour, began his first official visit to Ukraine by paying tribute to the Ukrainian servicemen who lost their lives in the war against Russia.
Former Italian striker Igor Protti has died at the age of 58. In the 1995/96 season, he was the top scorer in Serie A whilst playing for Bari.
In Kyiv and the Kyiv region, celebrations are planned for Ivan Kupala Day in 2026, featuring folk performances, wreath-making, fairs, concerts, lectures and workshops.
Leaders of the European Union member states have agreed to extend sectoral sanctions against Russia for a further 12 months. Previously, such restrictions were traditionally reviewed and extended every six months.
Law enforcement agencies are investigating whether the value of the Ocean Plaza shopping centre was undervalued prior to the sale of the state’s stake. As part of the criminal investigation, searches were carried out on 18 June at the offices of officials at the State Property Fund.
The Presidential Council for Entrepreneurship Support is working on a new economic development programme for Ukraine for the next 7–10 years. Its authors have stated their intention to create one of the most liberal economies in Europe.
Ukrainians are receiving messages alleging traffic offences and demanding that they pay a fine immediately. The Ministry of Justice warns that this is a phishing scam designed to steal personal and banking details.
