Kremlin Threat Escalates: Russian State Media Demands 'Liquidation' of Zelensky and Use of Nuclear Artillery Shells The Ukraine-Russia conflict intensifies as Russian media and officials advocate for nuclear options, citing NATO threats. International Business Times UK · Jun 9
Zelenskyy wants to build up pressure on Russia to force Moscow to peace talks In a post on X, Zelenskyy said that Ukraine had signed a drone deal with Latvia after his first talks with the country's Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs. Euronews · Jun 9
Could the war in Ukraine bring political change to Russia? Volodymyr Zelensky recently suggested that the war in Ukraine was beginning to turn in his country’s favour. The Ukrainian president insisted that Russia was “losing the initiative each day”. The Conversation · Jun 9
Why Zelensky asked Russian oligarch Abramovich to test Putin’s appetite for talks Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed reports that he asked Roman Abramovich to pass on an offer of direct talks to Vladimir Putin. A Russian oligarch loyal to the Kremlin may be a surprise choice of messenger for Kyiv, but the former Chelsea owner has a history of acting as go-between… France 24 · Jun 9
EU proposes new sanctions on Russian oil, 'shadow fleet', fisheries and soldiers The new package of sanctions is intended to delay a scheduled review of the price cap on Russian oil, which has surged following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, to avoid granting Moscow economic relief. Euronews · Jun 9
AAP · Jun 9 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.
The Guardian - UK · 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 Independent 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 National (Scotland) · 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…
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?
The Times of India · 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 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 Independent 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
International Business Times 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.
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