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The first large-scale protest during the full-scale war in the center of Kyiv
Thousands gather in central Kyiv for the first major protest since Russia’s full-scale invasion, signaling rising public dissent and frustration over war policies, mobilization and economic strain.
Jun 19, 2025
Parliament has passed a bill on multiple citizenship in Ukraine
Ukraine’s parliament approves historic multiple citizenship bill — a landmark move to reconnect diaspora, ease dual passport rules and transform national identity law.
Jun 18, 2025
Ukraine is convening a UN Security Council meeting due to the escalation of russian missile terror
Ukraine formally requests an emergency UN Security Council meeting after Russia’s intensified missile terror targeting civilians, demanding accountability and global action.
Jun 18, 2025
The Ukrainian delegation walked out of the event at the European Parliament due to a speech by Russian Daria Navalnaya
Ukrainian delegation walks out of a European Parliament youth event after Russian speaker Daria Navalnaya takes the stage, igniting protest and political controversy.
Jun 17, 2025
Zelenskyy’s G7 Summit Attendance: Insights into His Agenda Following Trump’s Departure
Zelenskyy attends the G7 summit in Canada after Trump departs early. Highlights include multilateral talks, NATO support angles, and bilateral defense discussions on empr.media.
Jun 17, 2025
2,500-year-old golden panthers found in Poltava region
Archaeologists in Poltava region discover stunning 2,500‑year‑old gold panther plaques and burial treasures at the Opishlyanka mound — rare insight into ancient Scythian culture.
Jun 16, 2025
Exploring Alla Horska’s Revived ‘Boryviter’ Mosaic: A Must-See in Kyiv
The iconic “Boryviter” mosaic by Ukrainian master Alla Horska — destroyed in Mariupol — has been faithfully recreated and presented in Kyiv’s Maidan. See it on display until June 22. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Jun 13, 2025
Unraveling the Secrets: The ALTAI Tanker’s GPS Spoofing Quest to Export Sanctioned Oil from Russia
The Altai tanker — a German‑registered vessel with a Siberian name — is reportedly using GPS spoofing near Novorossiysk to disguise the export of sanctioned Russian oil, exposing new evasion tactics. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Jun 13, 2025
Ukraine takes a 7-ton black cloud to Burning Man
Ukraine’s monumental “Black Cloud” — a 7‑ton, 30 m wide art installation first shown in Kyiv’s Sophia Square — was taken to the Burning Man festival in Nevada to warn of looming global threats and war realities.
Jun 9, 2025
Russian oil tankers still reaching EU ports despite sanctions
Even with EU and G7 sanctions in place, Russian oil tankers — including shadow‑fleet vessels and reflagged ships — are still arriving at European ports and delivering petroleum despite embargo restrictions.
Jun 8, 2025
An international cinema festival for kids and teens is coming to Ukraine
Ukraine’s 12th Children KinoFest is coming June 13‑22 with free film screenings for kids and teens in cinemas across Kyiv, Lviv, Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, Poltava, Vinnytsia and more. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Jun 8, 2025
Agreement on mineral resources: The Ukrainian Parliament approved amendments to the Budget Code
Ukraine’s Parliament votes to amend the Budget Code to implement the US‑Ukraine minerals agreement — sharing revenues from oil, gas and new licenses to fuel reconstruction. empre.media
Jun 4, 2025