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Overnight Russian drone and missile attacks on Kyiv killed at least 13 people and wounded dozens, according to local authorities. President Zelenskyy had warned of an impending assault and cut short a visit to Dublin.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki stripped Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky of the Order of the White Eagle after Kyiv named a military unit after 'heroes of the UPA.' Ukrainian officials, including three former presidents, renounced Polish awards in response, prompting sharp comments from Russian officials.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said the West is effectively at war with Russia due to mercenaries in Ukraine, called for peace through dialogue, and stressed Europe's future depends on unity with the East. He also backed Ukraine's EU accession only after other candidates join.
The US Supreme Court has upheld the constitutional guarantee of birthright citizenship, prompting the Trump administration to shift focus to combating so-called 'birth tourism.' Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and the Justice Department have directed prosecutors to pursue fraud charges, while President Trump pushes for new legislation to create exceptions to the long-standing rule.
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova reiterated that Kiev does not seek peace and that the West has tasked President Zelensky with escalating the conflict. She called on Western countries to stop arms supplies, which she said are an obstacle to a settlement, and criticized the US for not informing Moscow of any changes in its position.
At the 67th round of Geneva International Discussions, Russia urged practical measures for lasting security in the South Caucasus, including a legally binding agreement on the non-use of force between Georgia and Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Delegations expressed concern over Georgia's NATO integration and military exercises, and discussed the search for missing South Ossetian citizens.
Daily oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have exceeded 10 million barrels, according to a US administration official cited by Bloomberg. The increase follows the reopening of the waterway after the US-Israeli military operation against Iran, with Saudi Arabia conducting its largest shipment since February.
Syria's Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa has appointed the final 70 members of the new People's Assembly, completing the first parliament since the fall of Bashar al-Assad. The appointments aim to address imbalances in representation, though skepticism remains about the chamber's influence.
Ukrainian businessman Vadim Yermolayev survived an assassination attempt at his Monaco residence on June 29. Reports suggest possible motives ranging from a struggle over his Ukrainian assets to his planned anti-corruption conference in the European Parliament. TASS has compiled the main versions of the attack.
Russia closed several railway border crossings with Finland, Estonia, and Latvia from July 1, a move a regional lawmaker described as a technical issue with virtually no impact on the national economy. The Russian government instructed the Foreign Ministry to notify Riga, Tallinn, and Helsinki.
Russia's ambassador to the Netherlands, Vladimir Tarabrin, rejected EU accusations of Moscow's involvement in cyberattacks, while Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said the Netherlands provided no evidence. Tarabrin warned of retaliatory measures if EU sanctions are expanded.
A bomb attack in Monaco on Monday evening injured three people, including the wife and 13-year-old child of Ukrainian-born oligarch Vadym Yermolaiev, who is believed to be the target. Authorities have launched a manhunt for the suspect, while questions remain about the motive, with reports pointing to Yermolaiev's business dealings in Crimea and his past sanctions.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said Ukraine must withdraw its forces from Donbass to resolve the conflict, describing Kiev's current approach as unacceptable. She also condemned Ukraine's refusal to retrieve the bodies of its fallen soldiers as unprecedented.
Ukraine's parliament passed a law establishing a national pantheon, a move that has intensified tensions with Poland over the glorification of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army. Polish politicians, including former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki and opposition leader Jaroslaw Kaczynski, have condemned the decision, with some calling for a boycott of Ukraine's EU accession.
Russia's Foreign Ministry spokesman Maria Zakharova accused Estonian authorities of being accomplices to a terrorist attack on St. Petersburg, citing an Estonian presidential adviser's alleged willingness to support Ukrainian strikes. The adviser, Madis Roll, was recorded in a prank call expressing readiness to help coordinate attacks, while also stating Estonia does not blame Ukraine for drone incidents on its territory.
Recent TASS reports highlight persistent tensions between the US and Iran despite ongoing negotiations, with the Strait of Hormuz and Lebanon ceasefire remaining key flashpoints. Meanwhile, the EU has postponed new Russia sanctions due to internal divisions, and NATO leaders are set to meet in Ankara amid disagreements over Ukraine, Iran, and the alliance's direction.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated Moscow will comply with international humanitarian law, discussed Ukraine with ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric, and planned talks on prisoner exchanges. The ICRC announced assistance for civilians in both Russia and Ukraine.
Anthropic says the US Commerce Department has lifted export controls on its powerful Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, allowing it to restore global access. The models were suspended June 12 over national security concerns, with a partial reversal on Friday granting some trusted US organizations access to Mythos 5.
Ireland formally takes over the rotating presidency of the European Union on July 1, 2026, with a ceremony at Dublin Castle. The six-month term is expected to focus on sanctions against Russia, support for Ukraine, EU enlargement, and digital policy, but it begins under a shadow of security concerns and legal questions over foreign military assistance.
Russian Federation Council Deputy Speaker Konstantin Kosachev criticizes the UK's leadership transition as undemocratic, calling Labour leadership candidate Andy Burnham a 'dark horse' who lacks national-level experience. The comments follow Keir Starmer's resignation and Labour's electoral setbacks.