Tusk called on Poland to refrain from making any new financial commitments to Ukraine

In Turkey, the security forces carried out a large-scale special operation on the eve of the NATO summit. During raids in various regions of the country, journalists, academics, trade union representatives and members of left-wing civil society organisations were detained

For the first time in history, Israel has deployed its ‘Iron Dome’ air defence system outside its own territory. The system was handed over to the United Arab Emirates to strengthen defences against missile and drone attacks

The Dutch Government has agreed to host on its territory not only the preparatory stages but also the full operational phase of the Special Tribunal on Russia’s crime of aggression against Ukraine

Within Russian political circles, there is increasing discussion of Vladimir Putin’s potential successors. One of the leading contenders for the future presidency is said to be Alexei Dyumin, the current aide to the President of the Russian Federation and Secretary of the State Council

The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, congratulated the United States of America on Independence Day, thanked the American people for their support of Ukraine and emphasised the role of the US in the struggle for freedom

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has stated that Ukraine is seeking ways to ease tensions in its relations with Warsaw. According to him, this is indicated by signals following talks between the two countries’ foreign ministers

У Європейському парламенті розглянуть поправки до звіту про прогрес України на шляху до членства в Європейському Союзі, які стосуються Волинської трагедії, діяльності Української повстанської армії (УПА) та історичного примирення між Україною і Польщею.

Ukraine has become the only partner country to take part in NATO exercises under Article 5 on collective defence. This decision gives the Ukrainian military the opportunity to share with the Alliance the practical combat experience gained during the war.

UNESCO is launching a new programme to protect and preserve Ukraine’s documentary heritage. €2 million will be allocated to the programme, with financial support from the European Union and the Government of Flanders.

Moldova’s President Maia Sandu has stated that the illegal presence of Russian troops in Transnistria remains one of the key issues in Chisinau’s negotiations with its European partners. According to her, Moldova is counting on the EU’s support in finding a peaceful resolution to this issue

In Turkey, the security forces carried out a large-scale special operation on the eve of the NATO summit. During raids in various regions of the country, journalists, academics, trade union representatives and members of left-wing civil society organisations were detained

On 5 July 2026, a grenade exploded in the Podilskyi district of the Odesa region whilst a moped driver’s documents were being checked. Two police officers and the man himself were injured; according to preliminary reports, he was the one who triggered the explosion

For the first time in history, Israel has deployed its ‘Iron Dome’ air defence system outside its own territory. The system was handed over to the United Arab Emirates to strengthen defences against missile and drone attacks

In Kryvyi Rih, law enforcement officers detained a man who, whilst investigative measures were being carried out, threatened police officers and resisted arrest. A separate criminal case has been opened in connection with this incident

On the first Sunday in July, Ukraine celebrates Ukrainian Navy Day. This is a professional holiday for naval personnel who defend the country’s maritime borders and carry out combat missions during the full-scale war with Russia

For the first time in history, Israel has deployed its ‘Iron Dome’ air defence system outside its own territory. The system was handed over to the United Arab Emirates to strengthen defences against missile and drone attacks

Within Russian political circles, there is increasing discussion of Vladimir Putin’s potential successors. One of the leading contenders for the future presidency is said to be Alexei Dyumin, the current aide to the President of the Russian Federation and Secretary of the State Council

A fire broke out on the Brooklyn Bridge in New York during the Independence Day fireworks display. The incident occurred on the evening of 5 July, shortly after the start of the traditional Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks show

This year’s US Independence Day celebrations are taking place against a backdrop of extreme heat and widespread power cuts. Due to the weather conditions, more than 840,000 homes have been left without power, and festive events in a number of cities have been cancelled or postponed

On 4 July, a major fire broke out at a car trailer factory in Stavropol, Russia. The blaze was reported by Russian media and local Telegram channels