Russia claims Ukraine used US-provided weapons to strike Crimea
Russian Telegram channels posted photos and videos of the alleged attack, claiming that many people were injured on the beach of Uchkuevka, a village in the northern part of Sevastopol.
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Negotiations needed to end war in Ukraine but Putin 'cannot be trusted,' says Mark Milley
Vladimir Putin on June 14 said Moscow would only cease fire and enter peace talks if Ukraine withdraws from the four Ukrainian regions claimed – but not fully controlled – by the Kremlin.
US, China hold nuclear talks for first time in 5 years, Reuters reports
Informal discussions on nuclear weapons between the United States and China resumed in March for the first time in five years, Reuters first reported on June 21, with Beijing delegates assuring their American counterparts that they would not resort to using nuclear threats over Taiwan.
Shmyhal meets US Deputy Secretary of State to discuss further US aid for Ukraine
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and U.S. Acting Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs John Bass held a meeting on June 21 to discuss further Ukraine-U.S. cooperation.
US bans Kaspersky antivirus software due to 'national security risk'
The Biden administration announced a ban on Kaspersky antivirus software on June 21, citing national security concerns due to the company's links with Russia.
Duo of leading bipartisan US senators introduce law to declare Russia state sponsor of terror
Displaying a picture of Putin and Kim standing together in Pyongyang, Senator Richard Blumenthal characterized them as "two of the most autocratic, atrocity-committing leaders in the world."
Treason trial for US citizen accused of donating to Ukraine begins in Russia
The trial of Ksenia Karelina, a U.S.-Russian dual national accused of treason for allegedly raising money for the Ukrainian military, began on June 20 in the Russian city of Yekaterinburg.
Kyiv can use US arms to strike 'anywhere' Russia is attacking across border, Washington says
Ukrainian troops may use U.S. weapons to strike targets within Russia wherever Russian forces launch cross-border assaults on Ukrainian territory, not just near the Kharkiv Oblast border, U.S. officials confirmed to Politico on June 20.
US to ban sales of Kaspersky antivirus software, Reuters reports
The Biden administration will soon announce a ban on Kaspersky antivirus software due to its alleged ties to the Russian government, Reuters reported on June 20.
China should also be concerned about Russia-North Korea pact, White House says
A recently signed partnership agreement between Moscow and Pyongyang should worry not only the U.S. but also China as it threatens to undermine the stability of the Korean peninsula, the White House said on June 20.
White House confirms Ukraine to get priority on air defense missile deliveries
"The United States government has made the difficult but necessary decision to reprioritize near-term planned deliveries of foreign military sales to other countries, particularly Patriot and NASAMS missiles, to go to Ukraine instead," National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby said on June 20.
FT: US to halt deliveries of Patriot interceptor missiles to other countries to prioritize Ukraine supply
Washington is planning to suspend all open orders for Patriot air defense systems and interceptor missiles until Ukraine receives enough to defend itself from Russian attacks, the Financial Times (FT) reported on June 20, citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter.
US arms company to produce munitions in Ukraine
Northrop's agreement is the first known deal of its kind between a U.S. defense company and a Ukrainian government for producing arms in Ukraine.
Patriot missiles intended for Switzerland to go to Ukraine, Swiss outlet reports
According to Blick, Bern has an order totalling $340 million with Washington for the PAC-3 variant of the missile.
Kyiv-born former US soldier, Trump-whistleblower wins Democratic primary for Congress
Eugene Vindman, who has no previous political experience, delivered a commanding victory over his six Democratic rivals, securing 49.3% of the vote.
Russia expected to meddle in UK election, US Senator Warner warns
Senator Mark Warner, who serves as the chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, said that Russia and its proxies are "sowing discontent or trying to pit groups against each other (to) further social division" in the U.K.
Russian court sentences US soldier to nearly 4 years in penal colony, Russian media reports
A Russian court in Vladivostok has sentenced U.S. Staff Sergeant Gordon Black to three years and nine months in a Russian penal colony on charges of theft and uttering death threats, Russian state-controlled news agency RIA Novosti reported on June 19.
China's support for Russia's war machine 'has to stop,' says Blinken
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said China was providing support that enables "Russia to keep that defense industrial base going, to keep the war machine going, to keep the war going."
'Deliberate delays' to F-16 training will mean more jets than pilots, Ukrainian MP says
The U.S. is "deliberately delaying" F-16 training for Ukrainian pilots, resulting in a situation where there will be "fewer trained pilots than fighter jets," Ukrainian MP Oleksandra Ustinova said to the Times in an article published on June 17.
Ukraine must win the war first before joining NATO, White House says
His statement came a few days after Kyiv and Washington signed a 10-year bilateral security deal at the Group of Seven (G7) summit in Italy, which is recognized by the parties "as supporting a bridge to Ukraine's eventual membership in NATO."
More than 20 NATO members to hit 2% defense spending target in 2024, says Stoltenberg
"This is good for Europe and good for America, especially since much of this extra money is spent here in the United States," Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said on June 17.
Ukraine’s Peace Summit is over — what were its highs and lows?
Ukraine’s peace summit wrapped up on June 16 at the Burgenstock resort in Switzerland after two days of discussions on three major aspects of Ukraine’s 10-point peace plan: nuclear safety, food security, and prisoner swaps. Just over 90 countries, a handful of organizations, and one observer took part
Trial for US journalist Gershkovich jailed in Russia set to begin later in June
The trial is planned to occur behind closed doors.
Ukraine war latest: 78 states, organizations sign Ukraine peace summit’s joint communique
Key developments on June 16: * 78 countries, 4 European institutions sign peace summit's joint communique * US announces $1.5 billion in aid for Ukraine, including support for energy infrastructure * At least 70 drones used in attack on Russia's Morozovsk airbase, Budanov confirms * Russia suffered 4,000 casualties in a month
Trump criticizes Ukraine for requesting aid, promises to ‘settle’ it
Former U.S. President and presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump voiced strong criticism of American aid to Ukraine at a campaign rally in Detroit on June 15.
Ukraine-US 10-year security deal: 5 key takeaways
Less than a month ahead of NATO's Washington summit, President Volodymyr Zelensky and his American counterpart Joe Biden signed a long-awaited bilateral security agreement on the sidelines of the Group of Seven (G7) summit in Italy. The 10-year deal became Ukraine's 17th one concluded under the G7 Joint Declaration of
US announces $1.5 billion in aid for Ukraine, including support for energy infrastructure
The U.S. will provide Ukraine with $1.5 billion in aid to support the country's energy infrastructure, address urgent humanitarian needs, and bolster civilian security, including the protection of the border, Vice President Kamala Harris said on June 15.
Ex-NATO commander calls for further lifting restrictions on Ukrainian strikes against Russia
Last month Washington finally allowed Kyiv to use some U.S.-supplied weapons to strike inside Russia, but only across the border from Kharkiv and Sumy oblasts.
Jailed US reporter Gershkovich to be tried for espionage in Russia
Russia formally accused journalist Evan Gershkovich of spying for the CIA and finalized his indictment on June 13. The Prosecutor General's statement did not set a date for the trial.
Ukraine war latest: Ukraine signs bilateral security agreements with US, Japan
Key developments on June 13: * Ukraine signs bilateral security agreement with US, Japan * Ukraine hit Russia's newest communication station for first time, military says * Media: Slovenia secretly provided Ukraine with military supplies during US aid delay * Guardian: Russia accused of 'deliberate' starvation tactics in Mariupol in submission to ICC * Media:
US signs long-awaited bilateral security agreement with Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President Joe Biden signed a long-awaited bilateral security agreement between Ukraine and the U.S. on the sidelines of the Group of Seven (G7) summit in Italy on June 13, Reuters reported.
US, UK, Canada warn of Russian interference in Moldova's election
The U.S., U.K., and Canada issued a joint statement on June 13, warning of Russian interference in the leadup to the Moldovan presidential election in October.
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