Jun 4, 2026, 12:30 PM UTC

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported intense shelling of the Zaporizhzhia Thermal Power Plant (TPP) on June 4. IAEA experts at the nearby Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) confirmed hearing combat and seeing smoke from the TPP, whose switchyard is vital for ZNPP's power supply. Meanwhile, Ukraine's General Staff stated its forces struck several Russian military sites on June 3 and 4, including a "Svitliak" class border patrol vessel in the Azov Sea. Satellite images from June 3 also showed firefighters addressing a blaze on the Russian corvette "Boykiy" in Kronstadt, an incident previously claimed by Ukrainian forces. Separately, Russian forces used a Lancet drone to attack Semenivka in the Chernihiv region on June 4, igniting a private logging company's loader. Reports also detail new Russian drone tactics near Kharkiv, involving "Molniya-1" carrier drones and FPV drones capable of extended loitering.

Sources: Громадське, Радіо Свобода, Суспільне Новини

Chinese authorities have reportedly prevented families of victims from commemorating the 37th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown. Members of the Tiananmen Mothers group were informed by public security that they could not visit cemeteries to mourn their lost children, according to Radio Free Asia. The Chinese regime continues its efforts to suppress the historical event, which remains a taboo subject, heavily censored online and in domestic media. Ahead of the anniversary, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a statement to China, asserting that "no censorship can erase the past." He added that those who sacrificed for freedom of expression and peaceful assembly would "one day prevail," and that their legacy is honored.

Sources: Le Monde

The European Union is investigating possibilities for implementing visa restrictions on Russian tourists, Swedish Migration Minister Johan Forssell announced ahead of an EU interior and justice ministers' meeting. Forssell indicated the bloc is actively seeking new avenues to introduce such measures. Meanwhile, Ukraine observed a national day of remembrance for children who have died as a result of Russian aggression, with commemorations taking place in the Kyiv region. Further tributes were paid to fallen servicemen, including Andriy Melnyk in the Cherkasy region and Valeriy Stepanov in the Odesa region, where memorial plaques were unveiled. A family in Kyiv also shared their account of surviving a shelling incident.

Sources: Суспільне Новини

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has pledged the European Union's support to Armenia, following a phone conversation with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. The EU is preparing an economic assistance package worth €50 million for Yerevan. This move comes as Armenia faces pressure from Russia amid its increasing alignment with the European bloc. Von der Leyen confirmed the upcoming aid, which aims to bolster Armenia's economy. The discussions also touched upon Russia's restrictions on various Armenian imports.

Sources: Українська правда, Громадське

The Crimean Human Rights Center (KRC) has reported a new wave of human rights violations in occupied Crimea during May. According to their findings, 25 arrests were documented throughout the month. The report also detailed four instances of searches, 11 detentions, and 11 interrogations conducted by authorities. These figures contribute to ongoing concerns regarding the human rights situation in the annexed territory. The KRC's data aims to highlight the persistent challenges faced by residents in Crimea, as documented in their latest report.

Sources: Suspilne Novyny