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“Zelensky arrived in the Netherlands on the evening of June 23, aiming to meet allied leaders – including U.S. President Donald Trump – to discuss NATO’s response to Russia’s war against Ukraine during the annual summit.” ~ @kyivindependent_official 🇺🇦👏💙💛🙏🇳🇱

#Repost @kyivindependent_official with @use.repost_ . . . President Volodymyr Zelensky met outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof on June 24 in The Hague as the two-day NATO summit takes off.

Welcoming Zelensky at the Catshuis official residence, Schoof presented a new military aid package for Ukraine, including 100 drone radar systems, front-line vehicles for evacuating the wounded, and 80 million euros (over $90 million) for the drone initiative. The Netherlands will also start producing drones for Ukraine, according to Ukrainian specifications.

Zelensky arrived in the Netherlands on the evening of June 23, aiming to meet allied leaders – including U.S. President Donald Trump – to discuss NATO’s response to Russia’s war against Ukraine during the annual summit.

“Let me be clear: Ukraine is part of the family that we call the Euro-Atlantic family,” Schoof told Zelensky in front of reporters.

The new aid package is valued at 175 million euros ($200 million) and comes after a 500 million euros ($580 million) agreement to produce 600,000 drones with the Ukrainian defense industry, Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans said separately at the summit.

“We have these technologies, we want to share them with our partners. In The Hague, we begin to work with some countries on co-production,” Zelensky said when talking about Ukraine’s drone manufacturing capabilities.

Calling The Hague the “city of justice,” Zelensky also said he counts on allied support in “holding Russia accountable for its crimes” and named the Netherlands among Ukraine’s leading European supporters.

Zelensky's arrival was preceded by rumors that he might skip the event if Trump does not attend either. Nevertheless, the Ukrainian president later confirmed he plans to meet the U.S. leader on June 25, potentially marking their third meeting since Trump took office after the expected talks at the G7 summit in Canada fell through.

Photo: Nicolas Tucat/AFP via Getty Images

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“Putin rejects peace efforts and escalates terror. It is time to slam the Russian economy with crippling sanctions.” ~ Ukraine’s Foreign Minister, Andrii Sybiha 🇺🇦💙💛🇺🇦

#Repost @mfa_ukraine with @use.repost_ . . . 🇺🇦 Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha’s statement at the EU Foreign Affairs Council: “The security in Europe and the Middle East is directly interlinked. Countering Russian aggression against Ukraine is an integral part of deterring the Russia-Iran-North Korea security threat.

This is a week of two major summits, the EU and NATO, with one common goal: to increase the cost of war for the Russian aggressor. We need to take decisive action right now. There is no time to wait.

Putin rejects peace efforts and escalates terror. It is time to slam the Russian economy with crippling sanctions.

Banking and energy sectors, oil price cap, shadow fleet, captains, and ports, secondary sanctions against those who fund Russia’s war budget, and other measures.

In the face of increased Russian attacks, our top priority is also to strengthen Ukraine. This is especially true for air defense and interceptors, artillery ammunition, long-range capabilities, and drones.”

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With Russia’s economy on the verge of recession, it’s time for Ukraine’s partners — in particular, the US, the UK and the EU — to answer the urgent call of Ukraine’s Foreign Minister, Andrii Sybiha, for the imposition of tighter painfully-damaging sanctions on Russia to inhibit further Russian aggression in Ukraine. 🇺🇦🇺🇸🇬🇧🇪🇺💙💛🇯🇵🇦🇺🇳🇿🇺🇦

#Repost @mfa_ukraine with @use.repost_ . . . Ukraine calls for a month of maximum pressure on Russia.

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha emphasized that the coming month must become a turning point in intensifying sanctions on Russia. The goal: to reduce Russia’s ability to produce weapons and wage war.

He urged tighter oil price caps, expanded secondary sanctions, closing loopholes and cutting off Russia’s access to weapons components, and action against those helping Russia bypass restrictions. Minister Sybiha also noted that the Russian economy is nearing recession.

💬 “We expect determination from our partners – especially from the United States of America,» he stated. «All these actions must be coordinated. We have the EU and its member states, the United Kingdom, the United States, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. These are the world’s largest economies, and the sanctions imposed by them are the most painful and damaging for Russia. They have the potential to be devastating for Russia’s economy.”

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“Many of [Russia’s] resources have truly been exhausted.” ~ a Russian Central Bank Governor 🇺🇦💙💛🇺🇦

#Repost @b4ukraine with @use.repost_ . . . 💥 Russia is “on the verge” of a recession, Putin’s economy minister warned this week.

Between July 2023 and October 2024, the central bank raised interest rates from 7.5% to a staggering 21% to combat inflation driven by massive war spending. Earlier this month, worried about slowing growth, it trimmed rates slightly to 20%.

The economic slowdown is real: GDP growth plunged from 4.1% in late 2023 to just 1.4% in the first quarter of 2025.

“Many of the resources have truly been exhausted,” said a Russian Central Bank Governor.

Speaking at the same forum, Putin ordered officials “not to allow stagnation or recession” under any circumstances.

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For Ukraine, the buzz for bee-ing innovative is pure gold! 🇺🇦🐝🍯💙💛⭐️👏🇺🇦

#Repost @mfa_ukraine with @use.repost_ . . . The project “Minefield Honey”, created by Saatchi & Saatchi Ukraine with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and the agro-industrial company Kernel, in cooperation with Dronarium Ukraine, has earned the first-ever Cannes Lions Gold in Ukraine’s history! 🦁⭐️

🍯 “Minefield Honey” aims to draw global attention to the issue of landmine contamination in Ukraine and contribute to demining efforts. It’s a limited-edition product made with full safety precautions. The team behind the project used technology and nature in harmony: drones sowed nectar-rich plants on a mined field. Bees – unaffected by landmines – gathered nectar from these plants to produce the honey. To ensure beekeepers’ safety, special hives were developed and placed in demined areas.

ℹ️ Cannes Lions is one of the largest and most prestigious global festivals of creativity, held annually in Cannes, France. It gathers thousands of the world’s top marketers, advertisers, and creatives to compete and recognize the most innovative and impactful ideas. Over 20,000 entries are submitted each year, with international juries selecting the very best.

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Every day in every way, the number one priority of Western countries must be to make Ukraine stronger and stronger! 🇺🇦💙💛🇺🇦

#Repost @mfa_ukraine with @use.repost_ . . . Exactly 100 days ago, Ukraine unconditionally accepted a U.S.-proposed ceasefire – a first step toward a genuine peace process. Russia rejected it. Instead, it escalated its terror.

Since March 11, Russia has targeted Ukrainian cities and towns every single day. Civilians have been killed in their homes, emergency workers attacked, civilian infrastructure destroyed. Russia’s terror shattered families, futures, and the basic sense of safety.

Ukraine remains committed to peace. It’s time to force Russia to stop its brutal aggression – time to strengthen sanctions, reinforce Ukraine’s defense, and bring real consequences for choosing war over diplomacy.

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"Once again, Russia targeted an ordinary apartment building – destroying lives, homes, and futures. This is outright terrorism. The terrorist state must be held accountable and forced into peace." ~ @mfa_ukraine 🇺🇦❤️‍🩹💙💛😢🇺🇦

#Repost @mfa_ukraine with @use.repost_ . . . 💔 After more than 39 hours of search and rescue operations, emergency teams have completed their work at the site of one of the worst Russian attacks on Kyiv since the start of the full-scale war.

At this single location in Solomianskyi district, rescuers recovered the bodies of 23 people from the rubble. In total, Russia’s June 17 strike killed 28 civilians in Kyiv and injured over 140.

Rescuers managed to pull 2 people alive from beneath the ruins. Another 50 were evacuated from damaged apartments and stairwells as over 400 emergency workers and 200 units of equipment worked around the clock. More than 220 people received urgent psychological support.

Once again, Russia targeted an ordinary apartment building – destroying lives, homes, and futures. This is outright terrorism. The terrorist state must be held accountable and forced into peace.

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Every day in every way, Ukraine is growing stronger and stronger. With its resilience, courage, bravery, indomitable spirit and #volia, we must stand firm in the belief and have faith that, just as David conquered Goliath, Ukraine will find a way to conquer Russia. 🇺🇦💙💛🇺🇦

#Repost @kyivindependent_official with @use.repost_ . . . Ukraine announced on June 13 that it’s short-range Sapsan ballistic missile would go into mass production, a major development in Kyiv’s ongoing efforts to domestically produce the weapons it needs to fight Russia’s full-scale invasion.

As Ukraine faces growing challenges in securing weapons from Western partners, and Russia continues launching drone and missile strikes on civilians, the development of Ukraine’s missile production is seen as a critical step toward strengthening its defense capabilities.

“The very emergence of domestic ballistic missiles is a bold political statement — a big, fat middle finger to the Kremlin’s claims that Ukraine must be demilitarized,” Defense Express military expert, Ivan Kyrychevsky, told the Kyiv Independent.

Read the full story at the link in bio.

Photo: VoidWanderer / Wikimedia

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“[Federal President of Austria, Alexander Van der Bellen, and I] held a substantive discussion on the need for updated and truly strong sanctions against Russia in the EU’s 18th sanctions package....” ~ Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky 🇺🇦💙💛🇦🇹

#Repost zelenskyy_official with @use.repost_

I had a good and important meeting with Federal President of Austria Alexander Van der Bellen @vanderbellen.

We held a substantive discussion on the need for updated and truly strong sanctions against Russia in the EU’s 18th sanctions package, Austria’s possible mediation efforts to help return Ukrainian children abducted by Russia, and Austria’s readiness to provide dignified mediation for meetings with the Russian side.

We count on Austria’s support in the reconstruction of our country and in addressing the issue of former Ukrainian officials and oligarchs who are evading Ukrainian justice.

I’m grateful for the support and for the important agreements between our countries in the areas of security, political cooperation, and humanitarian issues.

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A touching tribute to fathers on this year’s Father’s Day from @ukraine.ua! 🇺🇦👏💙💛🙏🇺🇦

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🫂 A father’s love never wavers, not even in times of war.

Whether they are on the on the front line, at home, in captivity or in hospital, Ukrainian fathers carry their families and their country in their hearts. They protect, guide, and love their children even when separated by Russia’s war of aggression.

Today, we celebrate all Ukrainian fathers: those raising children in shelters, those returning home to open arms, those longing for that return, and those who have given their lives for their families. Your courage is shaping Ukraine’s future.

Happy Father’s Day 💛💙

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“Ukraine will not stop until every single person held in Russian captivity is free. No one will be left behind.” ~ @ukraine.ua 🇺🇦👏💙💛🙏🇺🇦

#Repost @ukraine.ua with @use.repost_ . . . Ukraine continues to bring its people back home 🇺🇦

Today marks the fourth prisoner exchange in just one week. Among those returned are defenders who’ve been held in captivity since 2022 — from the Armed Forces, National Guard, Border Guard Service and the State Special Transport Service.

Ukraine will not stop until every single person held in Russian captivity is free. No one will be left behind.

Grateful to all making this possible 💙💛

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“Ukrainian forces [continue] to conduct airstrikes and sabotage missions to degrade Russian supply lines and disrupt offensive preparations.” ~ @kyivindependent_official 🇺🇦👏💙💛🙏🇺🇦

#Repost @kyivindependent_official with @use.repost_ . . . A Ukrainian MiG-29 fighter jet carried out a precision strike on Russian positions in the Zaporizhzhia direction, targeting a command post for drone operators and a combined ammunition and fuel depot, Ukraine’s Air Force reported on June 13.

Meanwhile, there is no confirmed information that Russian troops have entered Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, spokesperson Victor Tregubov of the Khortytsia group of forces told Ukrainian media outlet Suspilne on June 13, refuting earlier claims published by the New York Times (NYT).

Read the full report at the link in bio.

Photo: Libkos / Getty Images

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“Today, [Russia’s] losses surpassed one million killed and wounded. A staggering human cost for a war it launched unprovoked.” ~ @mfa_ukraine #cannonfodder 🇺🇦💙💛🇺🇦

#Repost @mfa_ukraine with @use.repost_ . . . Russia continues its brutal war against Ukraine with no strategic gains. Today, its losses surpassed one million killed and wounded. A staggering human cost for a war it launched unprovoked.

💬 “Ukraine didn’t start this war and wants it to end more than anyone else. We are committed to peace. Only Russia obstructs peace efforts, rejects ceasefire and leaders’ meeting, and does everything to prolong the war. The pressure on the aggressor must be increased,” Andrii Sybiha, Minister of the Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated.

Peace requires justice. Those who commanded, planned, and carried out this war of aggression must be brought to trial. Russian officials and soldiers responsible for war crimes in Ukraine cannot be allowed to walk free.

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The General Staff described the attack as part of a broader operation to degrade Russia’s ability to produce explosive materials and ammunition used in the full-scale war against Ukraine.” ~ @kyivindependent_official 🇺🇦👏💙💛🙏🇺🇦

#Repost @kyivindependent_official with @use.repost_ . . . Ukrainian drones struck multiple military targets in Russia, including the Tambov Gunpowder Plant, overnight on June 11, the General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces reported.

The plant, one of Russia’s main manufacturers of gunpowder and explosives for small arms, artillery, and rocket systems, caught fire following the drone strike, according to the General Staff.

Local residents reported hearing explosions and shared videos showing a large blaze near the facility, according to the Russian independent media outlet Astra.

The General Staff described the attack as part of a broader operation to degrade Russia’s ability to produce explosive materials and ammunition used in the full-scale war against Ukraine.

Read today’s full report at the link in bio.

Photo: Astra / Telegram

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How many more senseless heinous barbaric malevolent attacks must Ukrainian civilians endure before sanctions against Russia to debilitate its economy are dramatically strengthened and stringently enforced? 🇺🇦❤️‍🩹💙💛😢🇺🇦

#Repost @kyivindependent_official with @use.repost_ . . . Kyiv and Odesa came under another mass Russian attack in the early hours of June 10, involving ballistic missiles and drones.

Russia launched 315 Shahed-type attack drones and decoys against Ukraine overnight, as well as two North Korean KN-23 ballistic missiles and five Iskander-K cruise missiles, primarily targeting Kyiv, the Air Force reported.

Ukrainian air defenses shot down all seven missiles and 213 attack drones. According to the statement, 64 drones disappeared from radars or were intercepted by electronic warfare systems.

A woman was killed and four other people were injured in Kyiv, according to local authorities. Meanwhile, in the southern city of Odesa, two men were killed and at least eight civilians were wounded in the attack. One more person suffered shock during the attack on Odesa, authorities reported.

According to President Volodymyr Zelensky, the attack was one of the largest on Kyiv during the full-scale war.

Read today’s full report at the link in bio.

Photo: President Volodymyr Zelensky / Telegram

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Prayers have now been answered for these Ukrainians who’ve just been released from Russian captivity. #welcomehome 🇺🇦👏💙💛🙏🇺🇦 #Repost @kyivindependent_official with @use.repost_ . . . Ukraine has begun a large prisoner exchange with Russia as part of a deal reached during recent peace talks in Istanbul, President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed on June 9. “Ukrainians are coming home from Russian captivity,” Zelensky said in a statement. “Today the exchange began and will continue in several stages over the coming days. Among those being returned now are wounded and severely wounded prisoners, as well as those under 25.” The swap marks the first stage of the agreement negotiated at the second round of direct Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul on June 2. Photos: Presidential Office / Telegram Edited · 17h

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Russian troop losses from the war in Ukraine are not likely to be less than 1 million for much longer. #cannonfodder 🇺🇦💙💛🇺🇦

#Repost @kyivindependent_official with @use.repost_ . . . These are the indicative estimates of Russia’s combat losses as of June 8, according to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

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