8:23: Incident of Assault in Odessa
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Breaking News: Fire erupts in Odessa; conflicting reports about causesBelarusian media Nexta claims a strong explosion occurred, while Kyiv Post reports an attack on civilian infrastructure.
7:51 Schwesig arrives in Kiev - "Ukraine must prevail"Governor Manuela Schwesig, the first Bundesrat President from Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, visits Ukraine. Intending to discuss politics, she arrives in Kiev by train and states, "This is a show of solidarity from all 16 federal states with Ukraine." She also argued, "Ukraine needs to win this war, and it's unacceptable for Russia to avoid accountability for its aggression." This statement generated controversy among political leaders. Chancellor Olaf Scholz, on the other hand, insists that both Russia and Ukraine should not be victorious.
7:36 Nowooleksandriwka remains contestedUkrainian sources indicate that Russian troops have not entirely occupied the village of Nowooleksandriwka in the Donetsk region. Heavy fighting is taking place there, according to the Ukrainian army.
6:52 Allegations of mistreatment of wounded soldiers within Russian unitsA Russian military blogger reports that some commanders in the so-called Donetsk People's Republic are allegedly mishandling their injured soldiers. One brigade, according to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), is accused of holding its wounded in Donetsk under harsh conditions instead of treating them.
6:21 Third Estonian volunteer dies in battle in Luhansk regionAn Estonian volunteer who served in the Ukrainian army was killed in combat in the Luhansk region. The Kyiv Independent and Estonian newspaper "Postimees" report that 42-year-old Martin Jaager was allegedly killed on Saturday, making him the third Estonian to die while defending Ukraine. He had previously served in an elite unit in Estonia and joined the Ukrainian army over a year ago.
4:45 Moscow holds U.S. responsible for Crimea attackFollowing a rocket attack on Sewastopol on the annexed Crimean Peninsula, Moscow points fingers at the U.S. The Defense Ministry claims Washington is responsible due to the weapons supplied to Ukraine and staging the attack from Ukrainian territory. US specialists allegedly revealed rocket launch coordinates using information from spy satellites, implying complicity from the US government. The attack resulted in four fatalities, including two children, and 151 injuries, according to the Defense Ministry.
3:42 IAEA denounces attacks on Enerhodar near Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power PlantThe International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) calls for an immediate halt to attacks on the city of Enerhodar near the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi expresses concern over escalating drone attacks, stating that this is "unacceptable and goes against established security principles and practices." In a week-long span, incidents involving drone attacks on transformer stations have disrupted power supply to residents and had no impact on the nuclear power plant's operations.
2:45 Stoltenberg to meet Macron in Paris on further Ukraine aid discussionsNATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg is scheduled to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris on Monday. Discussions include potential support for Ukraine in its war against Russia, with Macron previously expressing plans to establish a coalition for the deployment of Western military trainers in Ukraine.
1:43 Orban calls for immediate ceasefire in UkraineAhead of Hungary's EU Council Presidency beginning on July 1, Prime Minister Viktor Orban has proposed an initiative for an immediate ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict. Orban outlines his fundamental objections to Russia's attack on Ukraine and calls for a halt to escalating violence at the front lines. He emphasizes the importance of ending the war in Ukraine during the Hungarian EU Council Presidency.
0:53 Ukraine renews attacks on Crimean PeninsulaUkraine launched another attack on the Russian-annexed Crimean Peninsula with rockets during the night. Explosions were reported in the port city of Evpatoria, while Sevastopol issued an air alarm following the daytime attacks. The consequences of the attacks are yet to be confirmed by either Ukrainian or Russian officials. Videos and images of fires have surfaced in several media outlets, although claims of damaged military installations are unverified.
23:49 Zelenskyy Seeks Approval for Push Deeper into Russian Territory
Under ongoing artillery attacks on Kharkiv, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy pleads for extended ammunition range and the green light for assaults into Russian territory's depth. "The Russian air force needs to be obliterated wherever it resides, utilizing every potent means at our disposal," Zelenskyy declares in his nightly video broadcast. Kiev collaborates with its global allies to deliberate on this matter.
22:49 Prien Voices Disappointment Over Refugee Social Benefits: "German Government Falls Short"
Following CSU-Local Group Leader Alexander Dobrindt's suggestion of social benefits for Ukrainian refugees, Karin Prien, the deputy CDU chairperson, criticizes the reason behind their flight. "Ukrainians are escaping from Putin's terror and his war. Of course, they benefit from our protection and our hospitality," states the Education Minister of Schleswig-Holstein on the X platform. "Most Ukrainian refugees aspire to establish themselves swiftly, work, and prepare for rebuilding their homeland. Our duty is to aid their integration in the workforce." She also assigns blame to the German government for falling short in this aspect.
22:17 EU Commission Warns of Potential Bundestag Election Interference in 2025
With the Bundestag election next year approaching, EU Commission Vice President Vera Jourova flags possible manipulation attempts from Russia. "We inhabit a new age of covert interference," claims the EU Commissioner for Transparency, Values, and Defense of Democracy to the "Süddeutsche Zeitung." "I fear that Voice of Europe serves as a blueprint for further operations — also in the run-up to the Bundestag election next year. This false medium is likely just the tip of the iceberg." The EU had banished Voice of Europe and three other Russian media entities from broadcasting within the EU in May. According to the EU, these organizations were all under the control of the Russian government, and they targeted European parties, particularly during election campaigns. Voice of Europe, based in Prague, is rumored to disseminate pro-Russian propaganda within the EU and offer monetary rewards to European lawmakers.
21:45 Ukrainian Energy Provider Announces Nationwide Power Blackouts
Faced with Russian assaults on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, the national energy provider has forewarned power cuts for the forthcoming days. This information was shared by Ukrenergo on Telegram. The steps have become necessary because energy consumption has risen significantly at the beginning of the week, and the power grid has been undermined by "rapid Russian attacks." Ukraine has been implementing temporary power shutdowns since May due to damaged energy infrastructure. For Monday, the largest power cuts are projected to occur between 19 and 23 hours, Ukrenergo notifies.
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- In response to the escalating Ukraine conflict, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg and French President Emmanuel Macron are set to discuss potential aid for Ukraine, including the deployment of Western military trainers, to help Ukraine confront Russia's aggression.
- The ongoing Ukraine conflict has led Ukrainian President Volodymyr Selenskyy to call for an extended artillery range and the green light for attacks into Russian territory's depth, aiming to obliterate the Russian air force and weaken their military operations.
- The international community, including NATO, has heavily criticized Russia's involvement in the Ukraine conflict, particularly its military operations in and around the Donetsk region, such as the alleged mistreatment of wounded soldiers within Russian units and the shelling of civilian areas, like Odessa.
- Cyberwarfare has become a worrying aspect of the Ukraine conflict, with reports of Russian-backed cyber attacks on Ukraine's critical infrastructure, including the power grid, and disinformation campaigns aimed at sowing chaos and confusion among the Ukrainian population and international partners.
