Paris 2024: Olympic opening ceremony moves to the Seine
The 2024 Paris Olympics will open with a unprecedented boat parade along the Seine, replacing the traditional stadium ceremony.
G7 framework deal on $50 bln Ukraine loan seen in Oct, EU’s Gentiloni says
European officials are working to finalize a $50 billion loan package for Ukraine by year-end, with a framework agreement expected as early as October.
Zelenskyy asks Orbán to facilitate phone call with Trump
A recent diplomatic meeting between Ukrainian and Hungarian leaders may have included an unexpected request for facilitating communication with former U.S. President Donald Trump, sources reveal.
Kuleba reports positive signals from negotiations with Chinese counterpart
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba reports that China has signaled support for Ukraine's territorial integrity during recent talks in Guangzhou.
ISW: Ukrainian forces repel major Russian mechanized assault in Donetsk Oblast
The Institute for the Study of War reports that Russia launched its largest mechanized assault since October 2023 in western Donetsk Oblast, which was blunted by Ukrainian defenses.
Survey shows significant increase in Ukrainians considering Ukrainian their native language
A new survey reveals that 78% of Ukrainians now consider Ukrainian their native language, a 26% increase since 2006.
Bulgarian President admits blocking appointment of pro-western ambassador to Kyiv
Bulgaria's caretaker government has bypassed presidential approval to appoint a temporary ambassador to Ukraine, sparking criticism from President Radev.
Kuleba to Chinese Foreign Minister: “Kyiv open to negotiate with Russia if Moscow ready to do so in good faith”
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Guangzhou to discuss potential ways to end Russian aggression and China's role in achieving peace.
Ukrainian forces defend in encirclement as Russia advances in Donetsk Oblast
Russian forces have occupied the village of Pishchane in Kharkiv Oblast and are attempting to encircle Ukrainian troops in Prohres, Donetsk Oblast, according to the analytical portal DeepState.
Deputy head of Russian military unit injured in car blast in Moscow – media
A car belonging to a senior Russian military satellite communications officer exploded in Moscow on Wednesday, severely injuring him and a passenger, reportedly his wife.
Russian missiles strike demining office in Kharkiv, injure people in Odesa, Kherson
At least two people were killed and several others injured as Russian forces targeted residential areas and port facilities in multiple Ukrainian oblasts.
Russian military expands logistics capabilities with new base near Rostov – investigation
A new Russian military base in Novocherkassk, capable of supporting frontline operations in Ukraine, has tripled in size since August 2023, satellite imagery reveals.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine approaches ability to use its missiles
Ukraine's innovative use of drones is proving to be a game-changer in its defense strategy, according to President Zelenskyy
Ukrainian military severely damage Russian ferry Slavyanin in Kavkaz port
Ukrainian forces have dealt a significant blow to Russian military logistics by damaging the last railway ferry in a key port.