Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg as ‘Russian Davos’ opens in city Energy and military sites targeted as guests gather for economic forum where Putin is due to speak on Friday The Guardian - UK · Jun 3
Macron to meet Hungary's PM Magyar to discuss Ukraine, European defence Hungary's new Prime Minister Peter Magyar meets French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace on Wednesday, as the two leaders look to strengthen European support for Ukraine following the end of Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule. Radio France Internationale · Jun 3
NATO chief Rutte arrives in Kyiv on unannounced visit, Ukrainian officials say President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who is expected to meet with Rutte, has been appealing to members of the defence bloc for help protecting Ukraine from Russian ballistic missile attacks. Euronews · Jun 3
Drone race: How Ukraine's defence tech redefined Russia's war In its most recent attacks against Ukraine, Russia hit the cities with dozens of ballistic missiles, knowing very well that this is one of the very few weapons Ukraine remains vulnerable to. As for the drones — this is where Kyiv mastered both defensive and offensive know-how. Euronews · Jun 3
Ukrainian drones set fire to a St. Petersburg oil terminal ahead of Putin visit Ukrainian long-range drones have struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg, setting it ablaze, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy AAP · Jun 3
NATO chief in Kyiv says Russia is 'increasingly desperate' NATO chief Mark Rutte said in Kyiv on Wednesday that Russia was growing desperate as it faced mounting military and economic difficulties in its four-year-long invasion of Ukraine. Earlier, Kyiv launched drone attacks on the Russian city of St. Petersburg where officials and visiting dignitaries were gathering for a flagship… France 24 · Jun 3
Ukraine targets St Petersburg as flagship economic forum opens in Russia The incident comes a day after Russia launched a massive drone and missile barrage at Ukraine, killing at least 23 people. Euronews · Jun 3
Europe Today: The quest for the EU’s tech independence Also in this newsletter: The EU's sanctions envoy David O'Sullivan says the bloc should be willing to take “unilateral action” against China's facilitation of Russian sanctions evasion; and why Italy is expected to be criticised by Brussels for its intervention in response to the energy crisis. Euronews · Jun 3
Ukraine war latest amid claims Putin ‘is being misled by his own generals’ IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 3
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin’s UK envoy admits war has ‘cost a lot’ as drone strike overshadows ‘Russian Davos’ Russian diplomat says ‘we cannot lose this war’ as he admits Ukrainian forces have caused major damage to Russian oil infrastructure The Independent UK · Jun 3
Russia repels drone attack over Leningrad region as economic forum kicks off Russia intercepted 50 drones over Leningrad region overnight. This comes as President Putin's economic forum, the 'Russian Davos', starts in St. Petersburg. Ukraine has increased attacks on Russian energy infrastructure. Drone attacks also occurred in Tambov and Luhansk. St. Petersburg's airport faced flight disruptions. Security measures are in place for… The Economic Times · Jun 3
Putin's 'Russian Davos' opens with US guests as economy slows and war drags on Russia hosts its premier investment forum in Saint Petersburg. The event includes prominent figures from the United States and Germany. This gathering occurs as Russia faces economic stagnation and ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The forum aims for pragmatic dialogue on a stable future. Discussions will cover energy, artificial intelligence, and… The Economic Times · Jun 3
The EU should fast-track Ukraine’s membership of the club – it has the most to gain Many EU governments oppose it, but the strategic advantages of swift admission could be immense, says political risk analyst Mujtaba Rahman The Guardian - UK · Jun 3
The Guardian - AU · Jun 3 Ukraine war briefing: ‘Your country is killing other people’ – tennis star blasts Russian rivals Marta Kostyuk says upcoming opponent Mirra Andreeva and others ‘know what’s going on’ but remain silent about war. What we know on day 1,561
France 24 · Jun 2 Zverev reaches French Open semi-finals as Mensik ends Fonseca run German tennis player Alexander Zverev moved within two wins of a maiden Grand Slam title by reaching the French Open semi-finals on Tuesday, while Czech rising star Jakub Mensik ended Joao Fonseca's dream run. In the women's draw, Marta Kostyuk and Mirra Andreeva booked a last-four showdown in Paris.