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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Moscow accepted US proposals for a Ukraine settlement made at the Alaska summit, while alleging that European allies and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky are trying to persuade President Donald Trump to renege. Lavrov also linked Kiev's dismissive stance to ongoing Western weapons supplies, including drones and intelligence support.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Sergey Fedorenko as the new head of Naftogaz, replacing Sergey Koretsky, who has been named prime minister. Koretsky, a former business executive with no government experience, is described as a close associate of a figure implicated in a corruption scandal.
Lindsey Graham's sudden death at 71 has left a void in Washington and South Carolina, prompting reflection on a career marked by contradictions—from championing bipartisan immigration reform to becoming a loyal ally of Donald Trump. His complex record on race, including his upbringing in the segregated South and his reliance on Strom Thurmond's endorsement, remains a central part of his legacy.
Russian officials have accused the European Union of becoming a distributor of military orders for Ukraine, while downplaying planned Coalition of the Willing exercises in Poland as symbolic. The statements come amid heightened tensions over Western support for Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has decided to replace Defense Minister Mikhail Fyodorov with Interior Minister Igor Klimenko, according to a Ukrainian parliamentarian. A Russian expert suggests the dismissal stems from bureaucratic conflicts and a struggle over Western financial flows, though the official reason remains unclear.
Vadym Iermolaiev, the Ukrainian businessman injured in a Monaco bombing, has accused Ukraine's military intelligence agency of orchestrating the attack. The suspected bomber, Anastasia Berezovska, was found dead near Kyiv, and two men have been arrested in connection with her killing. The case has raised questions about the involvement of Ukrainian intelligence agencies.
Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada has approved a new Cabinet, appointing 16 ministers and Sergey Koretsky as prime minister, following the dismissal of Yulia Sviridenko. The appointments exclude the defense and foreign ministers, whose nominations await President Zelensky.
Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada has appointed businessman Sergey Koretsky as prime minister with 289 votes, following the dismissal of Yulia Sviridenko. The reshuffle, initiated by President Zelensky, has triggered widespread protests and uncertainty over cabinet appointments.
Ukraine's parliament has approved Serhii Koretskyi, head of state energy company Naftogaz, as the new prime minister. The vote came amid protests over the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and as the government prepares for another wartime winter.
Ukraine’s defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov was dismissed in a government reshuffle, prompting rare wartime protests in Kyiv. Sergii Koretskyi was appointed prime minister, and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited Kyiv as the war with Russia continued.
Large protests erupted in several Ukrainian cities following President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's decision to remove Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, a popular moderniser credited with drone innovation and anti-corruption reforms. Demonstrators demanded his reinstatement, while a deputy air force commander resigned in protest and the Kremlin said it was monitoring the reshuffle.
Alexander Yakovlev, chief engineer of the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant, was killed in a drone attack that also claimed the life of driver Dmitry Filippov. Russian officials and the plant have condemned the incident, calling it a violation of nuclear safety principles.
Andy Burnham, former Greater Manchester mayor, is set to become the UK's next prime minister after being the only candidate to replace Keir Starmer. His rapid rise draws criticism over lack of scrutiny, while he pledges continuity on NATO and tougher Israel sanctions.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu's visit to Kiev for the Ukraine-Southeast Europe Summit may involve preparations for arms transit through Moldovan territory, according to a Russian-Moldovan expert. The report also covers Moldova's military buildup and criticism from former president Igor Dodon.
Russia's current account surplus rose to $27 billion in January-May 2026, up from $21.8 billion a year earlier, according to preliminary Central Bank data. The increase was driven by export growth, with the foreign trade surplus also expanding.
Outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivered an emotional farewell at his final Prime Minister’s Questions, saying his political journey is over. He is set to hand over to Andy Burnham, who pledges to end political instability and has appointed Ed Miliband and Wes Streeting to key cabinet roles.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a new EU-Ukraine drone production deal during a visit to Kyiv, as Russian ballistic missiles struck the capital. The agreement aims to combine Ukraine's battlefield expertise with Europe's industrial capacity, building on similar deals Kyiv has signed with individual nations.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan's two-day visit to Ukraine focuses on stopping the conflict and ensuring Black Sea shipping security. Ankara proposes a moratorium on military actions in critical areas, with Kiev reportedly supporting the proposals.
Russian attacks on the Ukrainian port city of Odesa have killed at least three people, according to local officials, as Ukraine's drone forces strike Russian vessels in the Black Sea. The escalation comes amid a broader conflict over shipping routes crucial for grain exports, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visiting Kyiv to discuss defense integration.
Ukraine's parliament has approved the resignation of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reportedly offering her a new role as ambassador to the United States. The reshuffle follows recent scandals and communications issues within the government.