Ukraine evacuates 176 citizens, foreigners from Israel ahead of US strikes on Iran, Zelensky says
The foreign nationals evacuated by Ukraine included citizens of the U.S., Moldova, Latvia, Azerbaijan, and Estonia, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
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Amid its war against Ukraine, Russia condemns US strikes on Iran as 'violating international law'
Moscow condemned on June 22 the recent U.S. strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities, calling them a violation of international law and Iran's sovereignty, a statement in stark contrast to Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine.
US conducts air strikes on Iranian nuclear sites
The United States conducted air strikes on nuclear sites in Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump said in a post to Truth Social on June 21.
NATO summit to sideline Ukraine, focus on flattering Trump, Politico reports
"(Trump) has to get credit for the 5% — that's why we're having the summit," one unnamed European defense official told Politico. "Everything else is being streamlined to minimize risk."
'My husband is free' — Belarus opposition leader Siarhei Tsikhanouski freed after US envoy visits Minsk
Sergei Tikhanovsky was sentenced to 18 years in prison on politically motivated charges in 2021.
'In any case, the aggressor loses' — Zelensky urges Trump to 'make the right choice for history'
President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia is attempting to influence U.S. President Donald Trump amid the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.
Trump administration sends layoff notices to 600 Voice of America staff, NYT reports
U.S. President Donald Trump's crackdown against Voice of America has been celebrated by Russian propagandists, who welcomed the cuts to the network.
Russian political party requests political asylum for Musk, senior MP claims
Davankov, deputy speaker of the State Duma, told reporters at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum that his party had formally petitioned the Russian Foreign Ministry to provide Musk with asylum. The request is expected to be reviewed within a month, he reportedly said.
Russia would react 'very negatively' to Iran leader's assassination, Kremlin says
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov warned that any attempt at regime change in Tehran or threats to its leadership would "open Pandora's box," deepening instability across the Middle East and beyond.
Trump administration doesn't like working with Zelensky's top aide, Politico reports
"All the people here who want to withdraw and abandon Ukraine are thrilled to have Yermak around," one source told Politico.
American volunteer 1st US civilian killed in Russian strike on Ukraine, NYT reports
Fred Grandy, a 62-year-old American artist and volunteer who was killed in Russia's mass missile attack against Kyiv on June 17, appears to be the first U.S. civilian killed by a Russian strike on Ukraine, the New York Times (NYT) reported on June 19.
Putin-Trump meeting currently not on the table, Kremlin says
"Until the necessary 'homework' is done to remove the irritants in our relations with the United States, it makes no sense to organize a meeting," Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said.
Diplomacy in crisis: G7 letdowns reveal limits to Western solidarity on Ukraine
KANANASKIS, Canada — The Group of Seven (G7) Leaders' Summit ended on June 17 with no joint statement in support of Ukraine, no commitments to provide desperately needed U.S. weapons, and no meeting between President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President Donald Trump. The Ukrainian delegation headed into the summit,
'100 days of Russian manipulations' — Ukraine blasts Moscow over disregarding US ceasefire effort
A hundred days since the U.S. and Ukraine agreed on a ceasefire, "Russia continues to choose war," Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on June 19, urging international pressure to push Moscow toward peace.
Senate reportedly delays Russia sanctions as Middle East crisis, Trump’s tax bill take priority
The U.S. Senate is postponing action on a bipartisan Russia sanctions bill until at least July, as other legislative and foreign policy priorities dominate the agenda, Semafor reported on June 18.
Ukraine war latest: 'Do me a favor Vladimir, mediate Russia first' — Trump roasts Putin over Israel, Iran offer
Key developments on June 18: * 'Do me a favor Vladimir, mediate Russia first' — Trump roasts Putin over Israel, Iran offer * Ukraine kills collaborator tied to POW torture in occupied Berdiansk, intelligence source claims * Zelensky may reportedly skip NATO summit over uncertainty about Trump's attendance * Ukraine dismisses Russia's 'absurd' ceasefire condition
After speaking out against Trump, former US Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink launches congressional bid
"My next mission: fighting for what's right here at home," Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink wrote.
As Trump stays silent, US Embassy makes late denunciation of Russia’s attack on Kyiv
"We extend deepest condolences to the victims' families. This senseless attack runs counter to President Trump's call to stop the killing and end the war," the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine said in a statement.
Kellogg to meet Lukashenko in highest-ranking US visit to Belarus in years, Reuters reports
U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg will meet Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in the coming days, Reuters reported on June 17, citing four sources familiar with the matter.
Trump reportedly considers strikes on Iran as he demands 'unconditional surrender'
Trump said that "we know exactly where the so-called 'Supreme Leader' is hiding." "He is an easy target, but is safe there - We are not going to take him out (kill!), at least not for now," he continued.
Ukraine moves forward on lithium mining under US minerals deal, NYT reports
On June 16, the Ukrainian government reportedly agreed to begin drafting recommendations for a bidding process to develop the Dobra lithium field in central Ukraine.
US cancels talks with Russia on restoring diplomatic relations, Moscow claims
According to Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova, the upcoming round was intended to "eliminate irritants" and help normalize the operations of both nations' diplomatic missions.
Trump arrives at G7 summit ahead of high-stakes meeting with Zelensky
The anticipated third meeting, scheduled for June 17, will focus on sanctions, peace talks, weapons purchases, and economic relations — and may shed light on the future of U.S. support for Ukraine.
Russian strike hit Boeing office in Kyiv in deliberate attack on US business, FT reports
“This is not just an attack against Ukraine, but also an attack where American business is being hit,” said Andy Hunder, President of the American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine.
With no new US aid packages on the horizon, can Ukraine continue to fight Russia?
The U.S. has not announced any military aid packages for Ukraine in almost five months, pushing Kyiv to seek new alternatives. But time is running out quickly as Russian troops slowly advance on the eastern front line and gear up for a new summer offensive. "While Ukraine's dependence on
High stakes, low resolve: What Ukraine can expect from the upcoming G7 summit
As world leaders prepare to gather in the remote community of Kananaskis in Alberta, Canada for the Group of Seven (G7) Leaders' Summit on June 15-17, Russia's war in Ukraine once again holds center stage — but views on how to address the three-year conflict diverge sharply. In the five months
Israel asks US to join strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, officials told Axios
The request comes as Israel continues its assault on Iranian targets and warns that it lacks the capability to destroy Fordow uranium enrichment site alone.
Putin, Trump hold phone call, discuss Ukraine, Middle East conflict
U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone call on June 14 in which the two leaders discussed Ukraine and the conflict between Israel and Iran.
US opposes lowering G7 cap on Russian oil, Bloomberg reports
The United States is opposing a push by other G7 members to lower the price cap on Russian oil from $60 to $45 per barrel, ahead of the group’s summit in Canada.
Europe must prepare for US scaling down support for Ukraine, Pistorius says
"Yes, that's right. That would be so and we have to deal with that," German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius told journalists in response to a question about a potential U.S. pullback.
US ready to defend itself, Israel if Iran responds to Israeli air strikes, Trump says
U.S. President Donald Trump said on June 13 that he was aware of Israel's plans to conduct strikes on Iran in advance and that Washington is watching for any signs of retaliation by Tehran, Fox News reported.
G7 ready to lower Russian oil price cap without US support, Reuters reports
Most G7 members are prepared to lower the Russian oil price cap from $60 to $45 per barrel even without U.S. support, Reuters reported on June 12.
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