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Weather on 1 June 2026: thunderstorms and fog are set to affect parts of Ukraine
The first day of summer in Ukraine will begin with contrasting weather conditions. On 1 June, forecasters are predicting thunderstorms, fog and reduced visibility in parts of the western, central and northern regions.
1 June 2026 – Whit Sunday: things you shouldn’t do
On 1 June 2026, Orthodox Christians in Ukraine will celebrate Pentecost according to the new calendar – a feast day in honour of the Holy Spirit, which falls on the second day after Trinity Sunday. According to popular belief, on this day one should not disturb the soil, erect fences or undertake heavy physical labour.
A court has remanded two suspects in custody in connection with a case involving a multi-million-pound bribe for drones
The High Anti-Corruption Court has imposed preventive measures on an official of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine and the owner of a drone manufacturing company, who are suspected of demanding a bribe of $1 million during the procurement of drones for the State Border Guard Service
Zelenskyy has commented on the attack on the Nova Poshta terminal in Dnipro
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has commented on the Russian attack on the "Nova Poshta" terminal in Dnipro, where a fire broke out following a drone strike. The Head of State emphasised the need to step up support for Ukraine’s air defence and to increase pressure on Russia
Mass riots following Paris Saint-Germain's victory
Mass riots broke out in France following Paris Saint-Germain’s victory in the Champions League final. A total of 780 people were arrested in Paris and other cities across the country, and 57 police officers were injured during the clashes
Marta Kostyuk caused a sensation by knocking out Swiatek and reached the quarter-finals of Roland Garros
Marta Kostyuk is set to reach the quarter-finals of Roland Garros for the first time in her career. In the round of 16, the Ukrainian tennis player defeated world number three Iga Świątek in straight sets, having previously lost to her three times without winning a single set
Activists are calling for DTEK's operations in Pushcha-Vodytsia to be halted
The NGO "Kyivska Pushcha" has announced that DTEK Kyiv Power Grids may begin work in the Pushcha-Vodytsia recreational area by 10 June. Activists fear interference with the forest and are urging residents to document any potential violations
A public warning system will be tested in Finland on 1 June
On 1 June, Finland will test its public warning system, which is used to alert the public to emergencies and potential threats, including drone attacks. The test forms part of the country’s regular civil protection drills
Artists are refusing to take part in the US 250th anniversary celebrations due to links with Trump
Several well-known American artists have pulled out of the concert programme at the Great American State Fair, which is being held to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. The performers stated that they were unaware of the event’s links to the organisation Freedom 250, which was established on the initiative of President Donald Trump
A meteor exploded over the US: NASA has released details
On the afternoon of 31 May, residents of several states in the north-east of the US saw a bright fireball in the sky and heard a loud explosion. According to NASA, this was caused by a meteor that broke up high in the atmosphere over New England
Kyiv turns 1,544: how the capital is celebrating City Day
On 31 May, Kyiv celebrates City Day. This year marks the 1,544th anniversary of Ukraine’s capital. Due to martial law and the full-scale war, there will be no large-scale celebrations; however, dozens of cultural, artistic and sporting events have been organised for residents and visitors alike
Kit Kellogg has announced a visit to Kyiv at the end of the summer
Keith Kellogg, former special envoy to US President Donald Trump, has announced that he plans to visit Kyiv in late summer. At the same time, he noted that he is currently unable to be with the Ukrainian people in person
