Zelenskiy at regional summit as drone friction hovers President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is in Estonia for a summit of Baltic and Nordic leaders as a spate of stray Ukrainian drones in the region causes concern. AAP · Jun 9
First Thing: Zelenskyy says he told Trump that Putin was ‘playing games’ with Washington In an exclusive interview, Ukraine’s president says he believes the war will be won when Russian society feels its impact. Plus, why California’s election count is taking so long (hint: it’s not fraud) The Guardian - UK · Jun 9
Zelenskyy arrives in Estonia to attend Nordic-Baltic summit Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in Estonia to attend a summit of Nordic and Baltic leaders The Independent UK · Jun 9
Ukraine says it has recaptured vast swathes of territory so far this year IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 9
Ukrainian strikes start fires at oil facilities in Russia and Crimea, officials say Daily Russian attacks have intensified in recent months and Ukraine has hit back with its own drone strikes further into Russian territory, saying these are mainly against military and energy facilities. Euronews · Jun 9
Volodymyr Zelenskyy hits out at Reform UK councils lowering Ukrainian flags Volodymyr Zelensky has said that “small mistakes can break big friendship” following the decision by Reform UK councils to take down Ukrainian… The National (Scotland) · Jun 9
Bogs 'almost like a minefield': Europe's wetlands gain military importance Peatlands are more than carbon sinks and havens for rare species. Amid rising security tensions, they are seen across Europe as natural barriers to attackers. Euronews · Jun 9
Ukraine: Strikes in Zaporizhzhia and Sumy kill three civilians and injure dozens Ukraine reported fresh civilian casualties on 8 June after Russian drone strikes hit residential areas in Zaporizhzhia and Sumy. Euronews · Jun 9
Watch: Inside the deepest diplomatic crisis between Poland and Ukraine A recent military designation has sparked a major diplomatic crisis between Warsaw and Kyiv, exposing deeply conflicting national narratives. What has happened? Euronews · Jun 9
4 killed, over 20 injured in a Russian missile attack in Ukraine's Kharkiv region Russian strikes on Ukraine's Kharkiv region claimed four lives and injured over twenty, including children, on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Russia reported fending off a drone attack in Sevastopol. This escalation occurs as President Zelensky seeks diplomatic ceasefire talks, with support from European leaders and potential US envoy involvement, despite ongoing Middle… The Times of India · Jun 9
EU quota system ‘could kill Ukrainian steel industry’, boss says Protectionist measures will deal blow to country’s budget as it defends itself against Russia, says Metinvest chief The Guardian - UK · Jun 9
‘We want to see him in Ukraine’: Zelenskyy hopes to invite King Charles on state visit Exclusive: Ukrainian leader says he has ‘a very good relationship’ with British monarch, who has supported his country The Guardian - UK · Jun 9
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow car bomb kills Putin’s general overseeing ammunition supplies Russian general Davydov was handling the defence ministry’s missile and artillery wing The Independent UK · Jun 9
Prince Harry and King Charles Share Common Ground on Ukraine Despite Ongoing Royal Rift King Charles III and Prince Harry have both expressed support for Ukraine, highlighting a rare shared stance amid their family estrangement. Their separate engagements underscore the UK's backing of Ukraine. International Business Times UK · Jun 9
The Guardian - AU · Jun 9 Ukraine war briefing: Russia’s Peskov admits ‘certain problems’ with fuel supplies after energy sites targeted Ukrainian forces continue strikes on oil facilities in occupied Crimea and Russia proper; French jet downs drone in Latvian airspace. What we know on day 1,567
France 24 · Jun 9 Russian strikes kill four, wound 10 in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region Russian strikes killed four people and wounded 10 others in Ukraine’s northeastern Kharkiv region, according to local officials. The attack hit the city of Chuguiv, causing fires, damaging residential buildings and vehicles, and adding to a surge in civilian casualties amid intensified fighting in recent months.
France 24 · Jun 8 Zelensky says he had 'positive' talks with Trump envoys on Ukraine war Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he held a positive conversation with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Monday, signalling renewed efforts to advance diplomacy over the war with Russia. The call came as European leaders backed a proposed meeting between Zelensky and Vladimir Putin to seek a ceasefire.
Evening Standard · Jun 8 Zelensky weighs in on Reform UK councils lowering Ukrainian flags Some Reform-run councils have lowered the Ukrainian flag from their civic buildings which were hoisted in response to Russia’s 2022 invasion.
International Business Times · Jun 8 Ukraine Says It Recaptured More Than 600 Square Kilometers From Russia in 2026 Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi, commander in chief of Ukraine's armed forces, said Ukrainian troops had regained more land than they lost in May alone, with a net recovery of 100 square kilometers during the month.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 8 Zelenskyy hopes Reform UK councils will allow Ukraine flags to be flown again Exclusive: Ukrainian president says ‘small mistake can break a big friendship’ in wide-ranging interview with Guardian
Euronews · Jun 8 Danish footballer Christian Eriksen 'doing well' after collapse Eriksen is recovering at home with his family after collapsing during a game against Ukraine on Sunday.
AAP · Jun 8 French jet downs drone over Latvia amid Ukraine war A NATO combat jet has shot down a drone after it entered Latvian airspace, the country's military says.
The Economic Times · Jun 8 India 5th largest military spender in world in 2025, SIPRI report mentions May conflict with Pak India emerged as the fifth largest military spender globally in 2025. The nation's defense expenditure reached USD 92.1 billion. India's nuclear arsenal saw an expansion. A severe military crisis between India and Pakistan occurred in May 2025. Global military spending rose to a record USD 2.9 trillion. Arms imports saw…
AAP · Jun 8 SOC:Eriksen at home and 'feeling good' after heart scare Denmark footballer Christian Eriksen has been released from hospital and recovering at home following his latest collapse in an abandoned friendly with Ukraine.
The Independent UK · Jun 8 Christian Eriksen speaks for first time after collapsing on pitch against Ukraine IN FULL