Stories from Ukraine

Ukraine's intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov stated that Vladimir Putin fears for his life and the stability of his regime. The source mentioned a figure of 3,591,973 in both digits and words, but this number does not appear to be related to the POW exchange.

The apartment of journalist Nadiya Onenko was damaged as a result of Russian shelling in Kyiv. The number of casualties from a Russian attack on Kyiv has reached 81. Ukrainian rescuers pulled dead bodies from the rubble of an apartment building in Kyiv following Russian strikes.

Ukrainian drones struck fuel tankers being moved through a corridor towards Crimea. Ukraine reported a prisoner exchange, with 175 fighters returned to Ukraine. Hungary's Foreign Minister Szijjarto accused Ukraine of attempting to sabotage the TurkStream pipeline in Serbia.

Russian forces attacked the city of Sumy and the Velykypyskivska community, injuring two people. Private homes and a high-rise building were damaged in the attack. The DSNS.GOV.UA reported the incident due to a threat of repeated attacks.

During a Russian attack on Ukraine on June 2, residents of Kyiv experienced a lack of adequate shelter space in the metro system. Residents were unable to access metro stations for shelter during the attack.

Ukraine's armed forces are experiencing a shortage of personnel willing to fight, according to a statement by Syrskyi. This comes as Western aid from the U.S. and EU is slowing down.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has warned of a strategic disadvantage, referencing a letter sent to US President Donald Trump. The warning comes amid ongoing conflict and concerns about military aid. President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is facing a strategic disadvantage due to delays in Western military aid. The specific nature of the disadvantage was not elaborated upon. This statement highlights ongoing concerns about the conflict and its impact on Ukraine's military position. The President said the need for increased support to counter the threat. He said the critical need for sustained support to counter ongoing Russian aggression.

Ukraine is calling for expanded air defense systems following a deadly Russian missile and drone barrage. President Zelensky urged for a European air shield and renewed U.S. support. The strikes killed at least 13 people and damaged multiple sites.

Kyiv has outlined a plan to repay a €90 billion loan. The European Commission explained the delay in allocating a €90 billion loan to Ukraine. Hungary has announced its intention to lift its blockade on European Union loans designated for Ukraine.

Ukraine reported that Russian forces launched deadly air raids, causing casualties and damaging infrastructure. The intensity of the conflict continues. The source mentioned heavy rains and flooding. Information regarding casualties and damage is still being gathered. The source mentioned that the situation is becoming Europe's war. Russian forces launched missile and drone attacks across Ukraine, with strikes reported in Dnipro and Kyiv. Russia has been accused of conducting these strikes. Emergency services are responding to the aftermath of the raids. Ukraine's air force reported that Russia launched over seventeen cruise missiles overnight, described as very difficult to intercept. President Zelensky has appealed to the United States for Patriot missile defense systems. Details on the number of casualties and the specific locations targeted were not immediately provided.