Ukraine–Russia War News

Latest verified updates on Russia’s war in Ukraine, frontline shifts, drone warfare, Western support, occupied territories, and ceasefire diplomacy.

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KEY ACTORS

Ukrainian Armed Forces (ZSU)—National military of Ukraine, defending against the Russian invasion since 2022

Russian Armed Forces—Conventional military forces of the Russian Federation conducting offensive operations

Volodymyr Zelensky—President of Ukraine

Vladimir Putin—President of Russia

NATO—North Atlantic Treaty Organization — providing military and financial support to Ukraine

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy to skip postwar conference amid tensions with Poland

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The Guardian Europe

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy to skip postwar conference amid tensions with Poland

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will not attend the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk, Poland, with Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko leading the delegation, amid escalating tensions over Zelenskyy's decision to name a military unit after the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA). Polish President Andrzej Duda has expressed outrage, revoking Zelenskyy's highest civilian honor, the Order of the White Eagle, over the UPA's historical role in killing thousands of Poles during World War II.

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Missile strike kills three in Ukraine as Russia feels war’s economic strain

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Al Jazeera

center6h ago

Missile strike kills three in Ukraine as Russia feels war’s economic strain

A Russian missile attack using a cluster munition warhead killed at least three and wounded 25 in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih on Tuesday, according to local defence council head Oleksandr Vilkul. The strike occurred as Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian refineries have caused fuel shortages across multiple Russian regions, contributing to economic strain and a weakening rouble.

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Ukraine war briefing: ‘Our patience is not endless’ – Kyiv signals peace offer may expire

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The Guardian Europe

left22h ago

Ukraine war briefing: ‘Our patience is not endless’ – Kyiv signals peace offer may expire

Ukraine's UN envoy warned Kyiv may revise its ceasefire offer if the UN Security Council fails to pass a resolution demanding an end to hostilities, citing recent strikes that damaged 40% of Russia's oil refineries. Ukraine's military reported hitting a Voronezh region electronics plant critical for missile production, killing five, while Russia claimed a massive drone attack on its territory and struck civilian areas in Ukraine, including Sumy and Zaporizhzhia.

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FT: Trump told Zelenskyy he is impressed by Ukraine’s military successes

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Ukrainska Pravda

center5h ago

FT: Trump told Zelenskyy he is impressed by Ukraine’s military successes

During a dinner last week in Évian-les-Bains, US President Donald Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that he was impressed by Kyiv's recent military successes. The exchange occurred during the G7 summit held in the French town.

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Two killed and several injured in Russian attacks on Kherson and Zaporizhzhia Oblast

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Ukrainska Pravda

center5h ago

Two killed and several injured in Russian attacks on Kherson and Zaporizhzhia Oblast

Russian attacks on June 23 killed one woman in the Zaporizhzhia district and one man in the city of Kherson, with two additional individuals sustaining injuries. The attacks underscore ongoing hostilities impacting civilian populations in southern Ukraine.

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Irish company 'assisting in commission of crimes' by supplying alumina to Russia for Ukraine war

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France 24 Middle East

center5h ago

Irish company 'assisting in commission of crimes' by supplying alumina to Russia for Ukraine war

Global Rights Compliance Foundation President Wayne Jordash argues that the EU's continued allowance of alumina exports to Russia may indirectly support the production of weapons used in the Ukraine war. This policy presents a fundamental flaw in sanctions aimed at constraining Russia's military-industrial capabilities.

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Hungary blocks opening of remaining negotiating clusters for Ukraine and Moldova – Politico

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Ukrainska Pravda

center5h ago

Hungary blocks opening of remaining negotiating clusters for Ukraine and Moldova – Politico

Hungary has blocked the opening of the remaining negotiating clusters for Ukraine and Moldova's European Union accession talks. This procedural delay prevents the advancement of key chapters in the accession process for both countries.

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Russian attempt to attack Ukraine's coast with uncrewed surface vessels ends in failure

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Ukrainska Pravda

center6h ago

Russian attempt to attack Ukraine's coast with uncrewed surface vessels ends in failure

Ukrainian forces destroyed a group of Russian uncrewed surface vessels attempting to attack Ukraine’s coast on the morning of June 23. The vessels were reportedly equipped with Starlink satellite communication systems, indicating advanced capabilities in the attempted strike.

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G7 summit showed Western unity on support for Ukraine for first time in a long while, says Germany's Merz

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Ukrainska Pravda

center6h ago

G7 summit showed Western unity on support for Ukraine for first time in a long while, says Germany's Merz

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the G7 summit in France demonstrated unprecedented Western unity regarding support for Ukraine and pressure on Russia. This unified stance marks a significant moment in the ongoing international response to the conflict.

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Ukraine's Foreign Ministry says it is working to dial down tensions and emotions in relations with Poland

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Ukrainska Pravda

center6h ago

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry says it is working to dial down tensions and emotions in relations with Poland

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry stated that Kyiv is actively engaged in diplomatic efforts with Poland to de-escalate recent tensions and manage emotions within the bilateral relationship. These efforts aim to resolve the current deterioration and stabilize diplomatic ties between the two neighboring nations.

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DW News

center7h ago

Ukraine says major Crimea bridge destroyed in latest attack

Ukraine's Special Operations Forces announced on Tuesday that they destroyed a vital railway bridge over the North Crimean canal in Russian-occupied Crimea, calling it a strategic military and logistical artery. This strike, part of Ukraine's ongoing efforts to isolate Crimea with drones, follows recent attacks on energy infrastructure and comes as Russia claims Ukraine aims to destabilize society with such strikes.

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Ukrainian Foreign Ministry says there are good reasons for PM Svyrydenko to lead delegation to Gdańsk conference

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Ukrainska Pravda

center7h ago

Ukrainian Foreign Ministry says there are good reasons for PM Svyrydenko to lead delegation to Gdańsk conference

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry stated that the decision to have Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko lead the delegation to the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk is "justified." The ministry emphasized that Svyrydenko's role reflects confidence in her ability to represent Ukraine's interests at the event.

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US startup's FPV drone detection system is tested in Ukraine – photo, video

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Ukrainska Pravda

center7h ago

US startup's FPV drone detection system is tested in Ukraine – photo, video

US startup Surtr's ParallaxOS system, designed for real-time FPV drone detection, has undergone testing in Ukraine. This development aims to enhance Ukraine's defensive capabilities against the increasing threat of small, agile unmanned aerial systems on the battlefield.

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TMT

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The Moscow Times

center7h ago

Russia Says U.S. Not 'Objective Mediator' in Ukraine

Separately, President Vladimir Putin said Europe was "openly" preparing for war through its massive rearmament program — which is being urged on by Trump.

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Putin: Russia ready for talks with Ukraine only if based on Istanbul 2022 agreements

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Ukrainska Pravda

center7h ago

Putin: Russia ready for talks with Ukraine only if based on Istanbul 2022 agreements

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia is prepared for peace talks with Ukraine, but only if negotiations are based on the terms agreed upon in Istanbul in 2022. These terms, widely perceived as disadvantageous to Ukraine, represent Russia's current precondition for engaging in diplomatic discussions.

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Putin comments on Ukrainian strikes on Crimea, ordering their consequences to be "reduced to zero"

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Ukrainska Pravda

center9h ago

Putin comments on Ukrainian strikes on Crimea, ordering their consequences to be "reduced to zero"

Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered his government and Defence Ministry to take measures to reduce the consequences of Ukrainian strikes on Crimean infrastructure to zero. This instruction signals an intensified Russian response to Ukrainian attacks on the annexed peninsula.

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Ukraine's Special Operations Forces destroy bridge over North Crimean Canal – video

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Ukrainska Pravda

center11h ago

Ukraine's Special Operations Forces destroy bridge over North Crimean Canal – video

Ukraine's Special Operations Forces, with assistance from the SOF Resistance Movement, destroyed a railway bridge over the North Crimean Canal near Rozdolne in occupied Crimea using mid-range drone strikes. The destruction of this bridge potentially disrupts Russian logistics and supply routes into the peninsula.

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Occupation authorities in Crimea admit they do not know when fuel sales will resume

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Ukrainska Pravda

center11h ago

Occupation authorities in Crimea admit they do not know when fuel sales will resume

Authorities in Russian-occupied Crimea stated they do not know when fuel sales will resume on the peninsula. They claim fuel supplies are currently being regulated by Ukraine's Armed Forces, indicating ongoing disruption to the region's logistics.

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Lavrov: I don't want to assume Anchorage summit was designed to buy time for Kyiv

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Ukrainska Pravda

center12h ago

Lavrov: I don't want to assume Anchorage summit was designed to buy time for Kyiv

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated he does not wish to consider that a potential 2025 Putin-Trump summit in Alaska was designed to provide Kyiv with additional time to rearm. Lavrov affirmed Moscow's readiness to resume negotiations with Ukraine at any point.

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All sporting events banned in occupied Crimea

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Ukrainska Pravda

center13h ago

All sporting events banned in occupied Crimea

Russian occupation authorities in Crimea have banned all sporting events and training sessions until September, citing security reasons. This measure is reportedly in response to escalating security concerns within the peninsula.

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