Da brennt nicht irgendein Kloster in Kyiv. Es ist eine der wichtigsten Stätten des orthodoxen Christentums weltweit. Für viele gläubige Ukrainer ist das Kyiwer Höhlenkloster das spirituelle Herz der Ukraine. Gebaut 1051. Weltkulturerbe. Zentrum des Kampfes zwischen historisch durch Moskau geprägter Orthodoxie und der unabhängigen ukrainischen Kirche. Der Konflikt steht auch sinnbildlich für den Kampf um die Identität und die Souveränität der Ukraine.
Our warriors have achieved good results in applying long-range sanctions against important facilities on the territory of Russia and in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine.
More than 700 kilometers from our state border, in Russia’s Yaroslavl region, SSU warriors struck an oil facility that was important for the reserves of the aggressor state.
Warriors of our army reached their targets in Russia’s Tula region – specifically, the Azot plant, whose operations are critical to explosives production capabilities.
Air traffic restrictions were imposed at six Russian airports, and overall, since yesterday evening, 28 regions of Russia have been under air raid alerts.
There were also hits on the occupier’s military logistics in the temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine.
Ukraine is carrying out its plan of long-range sanctions against Russia and the assigned tasks regarding mid-range strikes in response to Russia’s refusal to end this war. We have offered the Russian leadership every possible format for negotiations – and the only response was continued aggression and attempts to expand it. It stands to reason that the war is coming back to where it came from. Ukraine needs peace. Glory to Ukraine!
Among all the European nations that have already joined the European Union or see such a prospect for themselves, Ukraine is the one making the greatest sacrifices for Europe. We are not simply carrying out internal reforms, nor are we simply going through a transformation. We are fighting for our state, for our independence, and for our right to choose our own path and to be Europe.
And this right of ours is at the same time the right of every nation in our region. We are fighting for our freedom and theirs, for Europe for ourselves and for them – for the Baltic states and for Poland, for Hungary and Slovakia, for Romania and Moldova, and for the peoples of the Caucasus.
That is why the fate of Europe is being decided here – it is being decided in Ukraine, in this war, and in how this war ends – and whether Russia will still have the strength and the desire after this war to threaten the existence of Ukraine and its other neighbors, and the entirety of Europe.
That is why we must end this war with dignity and with guaranteed security. And this is what we will discuss with our partners during the G7 Summit in France, and later at the European Council Summit and at the NATO Summit in Ankara.
Today, I signed a decree establishing a new special day – the Day of the Unmanned Systems Forces. From now on, it will be observed every year on June 11. A day of our respect and gratitude to the USF.
For the first time in the world, such a branch of the military was created – in Ukraine. We are developing the USF to the max, and it is Ukrainians who have proved that through technology, ingenuity, and courage, we can change the nature of warfare. We can achieve objectives that were previously either completely out of reach of conventional weapons or extremely difficult to achieve and required an enormous expenditure of resources.
In just one year since the establishment of the USF Grouping, Russian targets of various levels worth nearly $40 billion have been struck. Most importantly, these are different types of strikes, and each one expands our ability to save lives.
The Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are truly a model for many other militaries.
Продовжуємо застосовувати українські далекобійні санкції проти російських воєнних об’єктів і нафтової галузі. Зокрема, цієї ночі українські FP-5 Flamingo влучили у воєнний завод у Чебоксарах, який забезпечує армію окупанта компонентами для дронів і ракет. Дякую ЗСУ за влучність! Уражено також за минулу ніч нафтопереробний завод «Куйбишевський» у Самарському регіоні. Відстань від лінії фронту – понад 900 кілометрів. Вдячний воїнам ССО, СБС та ГУР. Досягли також цілком справедливі відповіді СБУ і двох об’єктів нафтової інфраструктури у Володимирському регіоні на відстані 700 кілометрів. Дякую всім, хто б’ється та працює заради України!
Dünnhäutig, angefressen, zu laut, faktenfrei, rechthaberisch, beleidigend, würdelos… das ist Trump, wenn er rhetorisch in die Ecke gedrängt wird, ihm eine Journalistin Fragen stellt, die er nicht beantworten kann. Reißt sich das Mirko ab und geht. So embarrassing
Сьогодні 82-га річниця D-Day – висадки союзників в Нормандії, яка значно прискорила відлік до краху нацистів у Другій світовій війні. Це один з найважливіших в історії людства моментів єдності захисників життя, і залишалось менше року до того, як прагнення народів до свободи і надія на мир перемогли у травні 1945-го. Тоді це сталось. Стараємось, щоб це сталося і тепер.
І хоча в Петербурзі вчора прозвучав черговий цинічний наказ армії, яка намагається знищити нашу свободу, вбивати далі, історія вже бачила подібне. Нацисти теж на щось сподівались після D-Day. Але свобода все одно виграє. І навіть в найтемніших обставинах люди знаходять можливість обʼєднатись, щоб захистити життя.
Дякую всім, хто зараз допомагає берегти цінності, які перемогли у Другій світовій війні. Дякую кожному й кожній, хто на захисті життя. Слава Україні!
Another 185 Ukrainian defenders are returning home today from Russian captivity. One civilian is also returning along with the defenders. They are warriors of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the National Guard, and the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine – privates, sergeants, and officers. They defended our state in Mariupol and at Azovstal, as well as in the Donetsk, Luhansk, Kharkiv, Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, Kyiv, and Kursk sectors. Among them are those returning after years in Russian captivity, where they had been held since 2022.
I thank everyone who makes this possible: the team working on exchanges and our partners. And special gratitude to the warriors who replenish our exchange fund – who, through their strength and results on the frontline, ensure the return of our people home. The work continues. The return of our people is a constant priority for Ukraine. Every day, we are working to free every Ukrainian man and woman from captivity.
Unfortunately, the current level of supplies for our air defense does not allow us to intercept a significant share of missiles. Last night, there were hits. 130 people were injured. Tragically, 22 people were killed, including two children. My condolences to all those who have lost their loved ones.
We know from intelligence that another large-scale strike may come as soon as tonight. All our partners together, and everyone in Europe, should continue working to ensure missiles for our air defense, as well as the systems, critical intelligence, and other things that help to save lives.
It is crystal clear that Europe needs its own anti-ballistic system with sufficient volumes and strength to guarantee protection against any threat.
Donald Trump has once again shared the same message about Greenland on his social media.
Our message remains the same: we’re doing just fine up here in this beautiful country — mind your own business.
Efforts to deal with the aftermath of the Russian strike on Dnipro are ongoing. A drone attack has set a warehouse building at a Nova Post terminal and vehicles on fire. Units of the State Emergency Service are working at the site, continuously extinguishing the fire. About 70 first responders and 40 police officers have been deployed, along with nearly 30 pieces of equipment. Everyone is doing their utmost. Fortunately, there are no casualties.
All these attacks must be stopped. All that’s needed is sufficient support for our defense and continued pressure on Russia. Our long-range sanctions, partners’ sanctions, and all forms of political and economic pressure on Russia must work so that real security can be achieved. Only pressure will bring about peace.