First Mental Health Center in Ukraine opened in Vinnytsia
The first educational and methodological center for mental health in Ukraine has opened in Vinnytsia.
Society and Culture
EU sanctions against Russia: Presidential representative says what is “disappointing” about new package
The President of Ukraine's representative on sanctions policy, Vladislav Vlasyuk, said that the EU's 18th sanctions package was disappointing because it didn't include restrictions on Russian sea terminals and only targeted a small number of Russian tankers.
Mandatory evacuation announced in seven settlements in Kharkiv region
Due to the intensification of Russian shelling of the Kupiansk district of the Kharkiv region, a decision has been made to evacuate seven settlements of the Shevchenkivska community in the Kupiansk district.
Zelensky enacts NSDC sanctions against those involved in Russification of Ukrainian children
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has enacted a decision by the National Security and Defense Council to impose sanctions on individuals and legal entities involved in the policy of Russification of Ukrainian children.
Yermak, Vatican Secretary of State discuss return of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia
Andriy Yermak, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, held a phone conversation with Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin to discuss the crucial issue of returning Ukrainian children abducted by Russia.
Over half of Ukrainians stand firm against any territorial concessions
Some 52% of Ukrainians surveyed recently categorically oppose any territorial concessions to the aggressor state Russia.
Famed St. Sophia Cathedral damaged in Russian air raid targeting Kyiv
In Ukraine’s capital Kyiv, na 11th-century St. Sophia Cathedral sustained damage as a result of Russia’s air attack overnight Tuesday, June 10.
Deer antlers from three centuries ago found on Khortytsia Island
On Khortytsia Island, a resident of Zaporizhzhia found the antlers of a red deer that lived in this area more than three centuries ago.
Estonia studies Ukraine’s experience in recruiting women into military – commissioner
Estonia and other countries should pay attention to Ukraine's experience in recruiting women into the armed forces.
09 June 2025
SBU releases exclusive footage of prisoner exchange
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has released exclusive photos and a video from the prisoner exchange that took place on June 9.
Ukraine, Russia start all-for-all swap of several POW categories
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the start of the exchange of prisoners of war, which will proceed in several stages over the coming days. Among the categories of those being brought back to Ukraine are the injured and seriously wounded, as well as soldiers under 25 years of age.
Four measles outbreaks recorded in Kyiv since start of year
The number of measles cases is increasing in Kyiv, with four outbreaks recorded since the beginning of the year.
Artwork to be presented at Burning Man unveiled in Kyiv center
Outside the St. Sophia Cathedral in central Kyiv, an eerie installation, Black Cloud, set to be presented at the Burning Man annual independent art festival in the U.S., is now being showcased.
Odesa Opera soloist Vladyslav Horai killed during volunteer mission in Sumy region
Vladyslav Horai, a soloist of the Odesa National Opera and a renowned tenor, was killed in the Sumy region while carrying out a volunteer mission.
Ukrainian developer teams visit NASA
Ukrainian teams that won top honors in NASA's international hackathons recently visited the Goddard Space Flight Center for an official awards ceremony.
08 June 2025
Russia tries to unilaterally dictate exchange terms – top spy
Ukraine is facing informational pressure and attempts to unilaterally dictate the terms of the exchange process.
Olena Zelenska reviews mental health program implementation in Dnipropetrovsk region
The First Lady of Ukraine, Olena Zelenska, visited one of the hospitals in Dnipropetrovsk region, where she learned about the work of the Povernennia (Return) Mental Health Center, which began operating last month.
Zelenska Foundation launching new projects to support Ukraine’s war-affected children
The Foundation of Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska is preparing to launch new initiatives and strengthen ongoing projects aimed at protecting and supporting the development of Ukrainian children during the war.
07 June 2025
Despite war, Ukraine sees no rise in number of orphans — social policy minister
Despite the ongoing full-scale war, Ukraine has not seen an increase in the number of orphans or children deprived of parental care, and the figure has even slightly decreased, according to Minister of Social Policy Oksana Zholnovych.
Tochytskyi urges Europeans to refrain from bringing Russian performers back to stage
Ukraine's Minister of Culture and Strategic Communications, Mykola Tochytskyi, has called on the European artistic community to "think twice" before once again welcoming Russian performers onto their stages.
Fourth group of Ukrainian Legion volunteers sign contracts with AFU in Poland
Several dozen Ukrainian citizens living abroad signed contracts with the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) on Friday in Lublin, Poland.
06 June 2025
Experts: 113 media representatives killed in Ukraine amid Russian war
A total of 113 media workers have been killed in Ukraine since Russia’s initial invasion of Ukraine in 2014.
Shmyhal highlights journalists' role during wartime
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal congratulated journalists on their professional holiday and emphasized their crucial role in documenting war crimes committed by the Russian army in Ukraine.
Coordination headquarters denies Russian claims of repatriation of fallen soldiers' bodies
Statements made by Russian representatives about the alleged start of body repatriation or related efforts following agreements reached in Istanbul are false.
Foreign diplomats visit site in Kyiv where three rescuers were killed
Representatives of foreign embassies, together with Head of Ukraine's State Emergency Service (SES) Andrii Danyk, visited the site of a Russian strike in Kyiv where three rescuers lost their lives.
Zelensky signs law to limit pensions for convicted traitors
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a law restricting pension payments to individuals convicted of crimes against national security, public safety, peace, humanity, and international legal order.
05 June 2025
UN advisor says Ukraine's demining will take decades, first phase to last five years
The complete clearance of Ukrainian territory from mines and explosive remnants of war could take decades after the end of hostilities, according to Paul Heslop, Senior Mine Action Advisor at the UN Resident Coordinator Office in Ukraine.
Last branch of 700-year-old oak tree fell in Zaporizhia
The last living branch of the legendary 700-year-old oak tree has fallen in Zaporizhzhia.
Human Rights Council urges global pressure on Russia to return Ukrainian children
The return of children illegally deported or forcibly displaced by the Russian Federation is an unconditional priority for the diplomatic, legal, and humanitarian efforts of Ukraine and its international partners.