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The Chongar Bridge was rendered completely inoperable following a second strike on the night of 9 June. The Ukrainian military stated that traffic along this vital logistics route has been cut off for an extended period.
In Zakarpattia, law enforcement officers have arrested a businessman suspected of selling cars that were imported into Ukraine under the guise of humanitarian aid for the military. According to the investigation, the man sold two vehicles and was planning to sell a third.
Law enforcement officers have uncovered an organised group involved in the illegal production and sale of petrol and diesel fuel in the Kyiv region and the capital. As part of the investigation, over 40 searches have been carried out and eight suspects have been charged.
During his visit to Tallinn, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo. The two leaders discussed strengthening defence cooperation, developing defence systems and providing support to Ukraine.
Law enforcement officers have arrested those involved in a scheme to smuggle Ukrainian citizens across the state border into Moldova. The organisers sought out clients through acquaintances and messaging apps, and charged a fee for each attempt to leave the country.
An American AH-64 Apache attack helicopter has crashed near the Strait of Hormuz. Both crew members have been rescued, and the cause of the incident is being investigated.
In the Donetsk region, law enforcement officers have arrested a soldier suspected of stealing and selling drones intended for his unit’s use.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that Russian political influence has waned in a number of countries and outlined the conditions which, in his view, could bring the war to an end.
On the evening of 8 June, a major fire broke out in St Petersburg near the Arsenal factory. The fire engulfed a hangar near Finland Station, and thick smoke could be seen from various parts of the city.
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, held talks with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, special representatives of US President Donald Trump. The parties discussed ending the war, security challenges and international meetings scheduled for June.
During the night of 9 June and over the past 24 hours, Russian forces have attacked a number of regions in Ukraine using drones, missiles and artillery. At least six people have been killed and dozens injured.
US President Donald Trump has stated that he warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of the consequences of a possible escalation of the conflict with Iran. Following talks with Washington, the Israeli side agreed to call off the planned strikes on condition that Tehran ceased its attacks.
