At 22:19, Barbados and the Marshall Islands officially seal the Peace Summit's final declaration.

International Support Grows for Ukraine's Peace Initiative

Barbados and the Marshall Islands officially seal their agreement from the Peace Summit.

The Presidents of Barbados and the Marshall Islands have signed the final declaration of the Ukrainian Peace Summit held in Switzerland. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced this via X, stating, "We witness a burgeoning global endorsement of Ukraine's peace blueprint - a commitment to reinforce the UN Charter." The Swiss hosted the peace talks on June 15-16, where more than 90 countries and organizations participated. 80 out of the 93 participating nations agreed on a concluding statement, with Russia not being invited and China, although invited, choosing not to attend.

Zelenskyy Urges Urgent Western Aid as Charkiw Suffers Bombing

Following a Russian bombing in the eastern Ukrainian city of Charkiw, President Zelenskyy has called for immediate Western assistance with air defense. In a nightly video message (entry 20:25), Zelenskyy reported three fatalities and numerous injuries caused by Russian attacks. According to authorities, there are 56 injuries at present.

Media Reports: Russia Fires Missiles from Azov Sea

According to media sources, Russia is firing missiles from warships in the Azov Sea. Dmytro Pletenchuk, Ukrainian Navy spokesperson, informed "The Kyiv Independent" of four Kalibr cruise missiles being fired from the Azov Sea. Pletenchuk says the deployment of these missiles in the Black Sea was no longer secure enough, and the Russians use the Azov Sea as a strategic hideout, considering it safer than the Black Sea. The Azov Sea serves as a strategic stronghold for the Russian military due to its perceived safety compared to the Black Sea.

Injury Count Rises to 52 after Charkiw Bombing

Following the Russian bombing on the Ukrainian city of Charkiw, local reports suggest that the number of injured has increased to at least 52. The mayor of Charkiw, Igor Terekhov, confirmed this news on Telegram. Three fatalities were reported earlier, while three of the injured were children.

Over 2400 Guided Russian Bombs Attack Ukraine since Beginning of Month

According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Russia has launched over 2400 guided bombs against Ukraine in the past three weeks. Around 700 of these bombs are said to have targeted Charkiw, as Zelenskyy disclosed in his nightly address, pleading for allied military aid.

Russian Military Pulling Back Near Wutsansk in Charkiv Region

A portion of the Russian military is reportedly withdrawing from the area surrounding Wutsansk in the Charkiv region. Nasar Woloschyn, spokesperson for the Chortyzja- Group, a division of the Ukrainian Ground Forces, revealed this on state television, as reported by "The Kyiv Independent". The Russian military started a new offensive in the northern region of Charkiv on May 10, with Wutsansk witnessing intense fighting.

Putin Commemorates the 83rd Anniversary of the Attack on the Soviet Union with Military Ceremony

Russian President Vladimir Putin is attending an event commemorating the 83rd anniversary of the attack on the Soviet Union by Nazi Germany on June 22, 1941, known as "Barbarossa". The ceremony includes Russian Defense Minister Andrei Removich Beloussov, military personnel, veterans, and graduates of military universities.

University in Ivano-Frankivsk Damaged by Russian Attack

The National Technical University for Oil and Gas in the western Ukrainian city of Ivano-Frankivsk has been severely damaged by a Russian attack. According to "Ukrainian Pravda", 14 buildings on the campus have sustained damage, with no fatalities or injuries reported. The Ukrainian state energy company Naftogaz has pledged to aid in the repair and reconstruction of the university.

Russian air defense shoots down Ukrainian drone over Bryansk region

Russian air defense systems reportedly shot down a Ukrainian drone in the western Russian region of Bryansk. The Russian news agency TASS reported this information based on the Russian Defense Ministry.

17:13 Zelensky: At least three citizens perish in Russian barrage on CharkivThe death toll in a Russian attack on Charkiv, a city in Ukraine, has climbed to at least three. Oleg Synegubov, the governor of Charkiv region, disclosed this on Telegram. Synegubov also acknowledged 37 injured individuals, four of whom are in critical condition. Igor Terekhov, Charkiv's mayor, had previously reported two fatalities and 18 injuries on Telegram (refer to entry 15:08). Zelensky, Ukraine's president, responded to this attack with an entreaty, stating, "This Russian cruelty using guided air bombs can and must be halted. It necessitates bold choices from our partners, enabling us to eradicate Russian terrorists and their combat aircraft where they reside."

16:55 Medic Teams Tend to Young UkrainiansMarc Friedrich, the founder of "Ambulance for Kids", facilitates German medics aiding sick and injured children in Ukraine. In an interview with ntv, he discussed the perilous and emotional nature of his work and the hurdles his team encounters.

16:16 conflict in Donetsk: Ukraine reports at least five deathsIn both Russian and Ukrainian-controlled sections of the Donetsk region, at least five individuals have been killed in combat. Dnepropetrovsk governor Wadym Filaschkin wrote on Telegram that, the day prior, at least five people lost their lives due to Russian attacks. Seven were reportedly injured. The head of the Russian-installed administration in Donetsk, Denis Puschilin had earlier reported (entry 14:22), that three people had been killed and four injured by Ukrainian shelling.

15:45 Media details: Satellite image portrays massive wreckage of oil deposit in Southern RussiaIn the wake of a Ukrainian drone attack on an oil depot in the Russian town of Asow during the night of June 18, three of the six fuel tanks are said to have been demolished. Mark Krutov, reporter for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL), reported this in a post on X, based on satellite images, stating that the images reveal the destruction in a before-and-after comparison. Krutov disclosed that it took three days to extinguish the fire at the Asow oil depot. In the past few months, the Ukrainian military has executed a series of attacks to impair the Russian oil industry, whose proceeds Moscow uses to finance the war.

15:08 Ukraine: Two deceased following Russian attack on KharkivFollowing a Russian attack on the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, there were said to be two fatalities and 18 injuries. Igor Terekhov, mayor of the city Kharkiv, reported this on Telegram. Terekhov communicated that there had been four shelling incidents in a residential area of the metropolis. A house was said to have been struck.

14:47 Sunak: Farage magnifies Putin's powerBritish Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has blamed Nigel Farage, the leader of the newly established Reform UK party, for amplifying Vladimir Putin's power with his comments regarding the conflict in Ukraine. "We have instigated this war," Farage had previously claimed, placing a portion of the blame on the West. Farage also claimed that Putin, of course, bears responsibility for the war. However, "He [Putin] has exploited what we have done as justification," Sunak argues. Sunak insists that it is "completely erroneous" that the West provoked Putin into attacking. "This is a man who has employed nerve agents on the streets of Britain, does business with countries like North Korea," Sunak states. "And this sort of appeasement is dangerous for the safety of Britain, the security of our allies who rely on us, and further encourages Putin." On July 4, the 46.6 million registered voters in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland were summoned to elections for the British Parliament.

14:22 Russia: Three killed in Ukrainian assault on Donetsk

According to the Russian authorities in Donetsk, three people were killed in a Ukrainian missile attack on the city of Donetsk. The city was said to be struck by HIMARS missiles, as Denis Pushilin, the Russia-designated leader of the self-declared region of Donetsk, announced. Additionally, three people were injured in a drone attack near the settlement of Horliwka, and one person was injured by the explosion of a mine in Donetsk. The Donetsk region, located in eastern Ukraine, along with the Luhansk region, forms the industrial heartland of Donbass.

13:56 Russia Meddling with Critical Infrastructure Overtly

Russia appears to be disrupting critical infrastructure more aggressively in Europe. These disruptions include GPS disruptions in the Baltic region. Meanwhile, Ukrainian authorities are revealing the identities of over 56,000 fallen Russian soldiers. Security expert Frank Umbach evaluates the situation.

13:25 Ukraine Acquires More French Radar Systems for Air Defense

Ukraine has ordered a second ControlMaster 200 radar system from France for managing its airspace. The "Kyiv Post" reported this. Ukraine already received a similar system last year. This system consists not only of a radar but also of the ControlView GBAD C2 electronic system, which processes all radar data and offers precise data for the guidance and targeting of missiles to the air defense systems.

12:55 Multiple Civilians Killed by Russian Attacks

In Ukraine, eight civilians were killed by Russian attacks over the past day. The "Kyiv Independent" reported this. In addition, 19 people were wounded in attacks in a total of 14 regions of the country. The city of Selydowe in the Donetsk region was significantly affected, with two people killed and three injured. Attackers damaged several buildings and houses.

Latest updates on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine:

11:37 ISW: Russians launch offensive near Charkiw, reportedly making no progress.According to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), Russia has been unsuccessful in advancing its offensive in the Charkiw region. As of Friday, the Russian forces have halted their ground attacks at Lyptsi and Wowtschansk, opting instead for heavy aerial bombardments. ISW states that Ukrainian forces continue to mount counterattacks near Hlyboke, while intense fighting persists in Wowtschansk, with claims of Russian control over the power plant there.

11:01 Speaking of the captured Mine-resistant ambush protected vehicle, it appears to be of questionable quality.Recently seized by the Ukrainians in Donetsk, this armored vehicle is being inspected for its strengths and weaknesses.

10:35 US Diplomat John Bass predicts additional support for Ukraine in coming weeks.The US Diplomat, John Bass, expects Western allies to take further actions in the near future to aid Ukraine. In a statement to Ukrainian news agency Ukrinform, Bass expressed confidence in additional steps being taken when allies gather for discussions and when President Zelensky and other high-ranking Ukrainian officials visit Washington in the coming month. Bass noted that the delivery of military equipment, specifically anti-aircraft missiles, to other countries has been delayed in favor of providing them to Ukraine.

10:07 Ukraine reports destroying over 28 artillery systems, losing 1100 soldiers, and 8 tanks in a single day.According to the Ukrainian General Staff, the Ukrainian forces managed to destroy 28 artillery systems, 8 tanks, and 11 infantry fighting vehicles in a 24-hour span, while also killing 1100 Russian soldiers. The total number of Russian personnel losses now stands at 533,090, as reported by the Ukrainian Military.

09:31 The Black Sea continues to witness successful Ukrainian resistance against Russian naval superiority.ntv.de highlights that the Ukrainian fight against the seemingly overpowering Russian navy in the Black Sea has been largely successful, using improvised inventions, needles, and a military strategy that has forced Moscow to lose its ships and control over the region.

09:05 Ukrainian air defenses intercept three quarters of incoming Russian rockets.The Ukrainian Air Force claims to have intercepted approximately 75% of all Russian rockets launched from the Black Sea, occupied Crimea, and mainland Russia, as reported via Telegram. Roughly seven out of ten X-101/X-555 missiles, four Kalibr missiles, and one Iskander missile were intercepted, while thirteen Shahed drones were shot down.

08:18 Collaborative investigations between Mediazona and the BBC confirm the identities of over 56,000 fallen Russian soldiers.The independent Russian platform Mediazona, in conjunction with the BBC, has confirmed the identities of 56,858 Russian soldiers who have perished in Ukraine since February 2022. The Kyiv Independent reported this, noting that the actual numbers are likely far higher due to information sourced from public obituaries, family tributes, regional media reports, and local authority declarations.

07:43 Two individuals are injured as a result of Russian rocket attacks on energy infrastructure.Two technicians were injured in a Russian rocket attack on energy infrastructure in the south and west of the country. The national energy company Ukrenerho reported that two facilities in Lviv and Saporischschja were damaged during the attack.

07:07 Despite US approval, crucial Russian airbases remain out of reach for Ukraine.The Washington Post reports that Ukrainian officials claim that vital Russian airbases housing jets responsible for bombing Ukrainian cities are inaccessible to Ukraine, despite the US allowing the use of Western weapons against targets in Russia.

06:31 New drone attacks reported in western Ukraine.The Ukrainian air defense is reporting a series of drone attacks during the night. Explosions were noted in the Ivano-Frankivsk region of western Ukraine, prompting the regional military administration to warn citizens not to publish images of the explosions to avoid aiding the enemy. Further details regarding the missile strikes' targets are currently unavailable.

05:43 Energy infrastructure under attack in Lviv Oblast.A Russian rocket reportedly hit energy infrastructure in the Lviv Oblast, causing a fire, according to the region's governor Maksym Kozytskyi via the Kyiv Independent. The extent of the damages remains unknown at this time. Civilians in other cities have also been affected by Russian attacks on their infrastructure.

23:59 Russia's Assault on Ukraine: Poland Actions its Warplanes

During a late-night Russian missile attack on Ukraine, Poland mobilizes its warplanes. The operational command of the Polish armed forces through platform X broadcasts: "We wish to bring attention to the fact that in the southeastern part of the country, a possible increase in noise levels due to the taking off of Polish and allied aircraft within our airspace is to be expected", the announcement states. According to recent intel, an extensive long-range air activity by the Russians is being observed at night, believed to be linked to attacks involving cruise missiles, Shaheed-style drones, and ballistic missiles. The aim appears to be western Ukraine.

02:59 US Penalties Against Kaspersky Lab Leaders

The United States administration imposes sanctions on twelve executives of software company AO Kaspersky Lab. The US Treasury Department declares: "Today's action against Kaspersky Lab leadership signifies our commitment to safeguarding the integrity of our digital domain and shielding our citizens from vicious cyber threats." The sanctions bar American companies or individuals from engaging in transactions or financial dealings with the targeted executives. Their assets in the US are frozen. On Thursday, the US administration had already forbidden the sale of Kaspersky's antivirus software from September 29. The company denies any connections to the Russian military or intelligence services.

01:58 Russia: Drone Attacks on Operational Power Plants

Russian authorities report a Ukrainian drone assault on two power plants in Enerhodar, which also serve the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. According to authorities, the power plants are currently shut down. Most of the city's residents are now without power. Reports from Russian news agencies indicate that the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant remains unaffected. The agencies refer to the head of the communications department of Zaporizhzhia. He asserts that the drone attack had no effect on the nuclear power plant. The power plant can be repaired. The Ukraine has yet to respond to the report. Independent verification is lacking.

00:55 Farage: West Instigated Putin's Aggression

The British right-wing populist Nigel Farage accuses the West of instigating the war between Russia and Ukraine. "We have provoked the conflict", says the leader of the Reform UK party in a BBC interview. Upon mentioning Russian President Vladimir Putin, he adds: "The constant" expansion of the EU and NATO has provided Putin a reason for the war. Putin could tell his people that "the West is behind them". At the same time, Farage sees Putin as the aggressor: "Of course, it's his fault." The long-term EU parliamentarian Farage was instrumental in driving the Brexit process forward.

00:01 Ukraine's Ambassador Criticizes Politicizing Refugee Benefits Dispute

The Ukrainian Ambassador Oleksii Makeiev criticized the misuse of the refugee benefits dispute for political purposes. "Victims of war should not be exploited for political campaigns," Makeiev told the German Press Agency (RND) regarding the allegation that too few Ukrainian women and men among the refugees are working and too many are receiving benefits. "The requirement to first demonstrate a certain language proficiency in German delays employment," he said. "Many of them have a university degree; some have even earned a doctorate. And yet they cannot find work here." Makeiev is working closely with German Labor Minister Hubertus Heil to try and "actively integrate them into the labor market."

23:36 Zelenskyy: Negotiations with EU Can Now Start

Ukraine has made a significant stride towards the EU, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. "The European Union has approved the negotiation framework for Ukraine - many have fought for it on various levels," Zelenskyy said in his evening video address. With this approval, negotiations can now formally commence. This is a "significant achievement." According to Zelenskyy, Kiev has already established a negotiating delegation for the accession talks. The president expressed optimism that the negotiations would be successful. "Ukraine is and remains a part of united Europe," he said.

22:10 Ukraine Prepares for Second Peace Conference This Year

Ukraine plans to hold a second international peace conference this year. This was announced by the Vice-Chairman of the Ukrainian Presidential Administration, Igor Schowkwa, to Interfax Ukraine. "We aim to hold the second peace conference before the end of the year," Schowkwa said. "Ukraine wishes to be the quickest in achieving peace." There is a "high probability" that the next conference will take place "in one of the countries of the global South," Schowkwa added. The first peace conference took place on June 15 and 16 in Switzerland. According to Schowkwa, Ukraine is ready "immediately" to begin negotiations with Russia, if Moscow withdraws its troops from Ukrainian territory immediately.

21:06 Netherlands Halt Delivery of Patriot Missile Defense System

The Netherlands plan to collaborate with another country to deliver a Patriot air defense system to Ukraine. This was announced by the Dutch Defense Minister Kajsa Ollongren to the Dutch news agency ANP. According to Ollongren, the Netherlands have amassed all the components for the Patriot system. She did not provide any information about the cooperation partner or when the system will be delivered to Ukraine. In May, it was reported that the Netherlands, with the support of other countries, intend to build and deliver a Patriot air defense system to Ukraine quickly.

For the weekend, Estonia is temporarily halting the border crossing to Russia at Narva for safety concerns. The police and border control agency of the Baltic EU and NATO nation clarified this decision is due to noticeably slower border checkpoints on the Russian side. As per news outlets, individuals crossing the border on Thursday and Friday had to endure hours of waiting. To ensure the protection of people's wellbeing and public safety, the border crossing will stay closed on both Saturday and Sunday, the official statement stated. Estonian press conjectures that the delayed checks might be linked to the upcoming festivities commemorating Estonian Victory Day against the Red Army on June 23, 1919, in Narva.

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