Politics
Syryskyi assessed the threats from the north, the mobilisation in the Russian Federation and the Kremlin’s nuclear blackmail
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi spoke about the situation on the front line, Russia’s possible plans for an offensive in northern Ukraine, and the risks posed by Belarus. He also commented on a possible mobilisation in the Russian Federation and the Kremlin’s nuclear threats.
Ukraine is set to receive 16 Gripen fighter jets from Sweden
Ukraine and Sweden have signed an agreement on the transfer of 16 Gripen fighter jets to strengthen the Air Force. The first aircraft are due to enter service with Ukraine as early as the beginning of 2027.
France imposes restrictions on Temu and Shein
The French Senate has approved a bill designed to restrict the activities of major fast-fashion platforms, notably Temu and Shein. The bill provides for fines per item sold, a ban on advertising, and restrictions on the promotion of goods via influencers.
The UK may require refugees to repay 10,000 pounds to cover the costs of their accommodation
Asylum seekers in the UK may be required to repay around £10,000 to cover costs as soon as they start earning an income. The provision has been included in the Immigration and Asylum Bill, which is due to be presented to Parliament on 30 June.
Poland has explained why Ukraine did not receive MiG-29 fighter jets — due to a refusal to share drone technology
Poland will not supply MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine, as Kyiv has refused to share its drone manufacturing technology.
Putin’s superyacht was spotted off the coast of Denmark, escorted by military vessels
The superyacht Graceful, which the international media have linked to Vladimir Putin, passed through Danish waters escorted by Russian military vessels. Danish and German authorities also monitored the convoy’s movements.
China has called on Ukraine and Russia to resume peace talks as soon as possible
China has called on Russia and Ukraine to return to the negotiating table as soon as possible in order to bring the war to an end.
The Danish Defence Minister has visited Kyiv for the first time: Ukraine and Denmark are preparing new defence projects
The parties discussed new military aid packages, the launch of ‘Denmark Brave1’, the joint production of missiles and the development of the Freya anti-ballistic programme.
Poland has threatened to block Ukraine’s accession to the EU over the OUN and the UPA
Poland’s Defence Minister, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, has stated that Warsaw may not support Ukraine’s accession to the EU if Kyiv continues to honour the OUN and the UPA. In Poland, these historical issues are linked to the Volhynia tragedy and are regarded as one of the main sources of tension in relations with Ukraine.
Zelenskyy is looking to the G7 and the Coalition of the Willing for solutions to bring peace closer
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that, in the coming weeks, Ukraine will step up its efforts with international partners to bring about peace. Kyiv is expecting positive decisions from the G7 countries and the members of the Coalition of the Willing.
Lukashenko arrived in China and held talks with Xi Jinping
Alexander Lukashenko arrived in China on a visit, where he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping. During the talks, the Chinese leader expressed his support for Belarus’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Russia is expanding its shadow fleet for LNG exports despite sanctions
Russia continues to step up its use of a shadow fleet to export liquefied natural gas in circumvention of Western sanctions. Another LNG tanker, which previously belonged to a Greek company, has been brought into service for these shipments.
