Jun 11, 2026, 03:30 PM UTC

German army chief Christian Freuding stated that Russia could attack NATO countries by late 2029 or earlier, prompting Germany to accelerate weapon production and improve army provisions. Meanwhile, the United States has become the world's largest oil exporter, surpassing Saudi Arabia and Russia. In Ukraine, Human Rights Commissioner Dmytro Lubinets clarified that his initial meeting with Russian ombudsman Yana Lantratova aimed to establish dialogue for future results, rather than immediately addressing her alleged role in child deportations from Kherson. Ukrainian law enforcement has documented six cases this year where Russian special services allegedly recruited underage girls for contract killings of Ukrainian military personnel.

Sources: Радіо Свобода, Громадське, Українська правда

The United States and Iran have continued their exchange of military strikes across the Middle East, despite an April ceasefire. President Donald Trump announced plans for a "very strong" new strike on Iran, threatening to "bomb the shit out of Iran" if a proposed agreement is not reached. Trump also reiterated intentions to seize Kharg Island and other Iranian oil infrastructure, calling the earlier ceasefire "the most violated in history." US Central Command confirmed American forces have conducted "massive strikes" on Iranian military facilities, including air defense systems. In retaliation, Iran reportedly attacked US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait, and declared the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Some reports indicate the US used several dozen Tomahawk missiles in its strikes.

Sources: Українська правда, Радіо Свобода, Forbes Ukraine, Громадське

Ukrainian military officials have confirmed a second successful strike on the Chonhar bridge in June, causing significant damage and compelling Russian forces to seek alternative supply routes. Russian-appointed authorities reported the bridge's closure on June 9, attributing it to an alleged drone attack where over 20 unmanned aerial vehicles were reportedly intercepted. Simultaneously, the bridge linking Henichesk to the Arabat Spit was also closed following an alleged Ukrainian missile strike, according to Russian-appointed officials. These incidents collectively impede transport and fuel deliveries to Crimea. Separately, Ukraine's Special Operations Forces verified hitting the Semykolodezyanska oil depot and an oil terminal in Feodosia on June 7. On the same day, Russian forces employed guided aerial bombs near a public transport stop in Balabyne, Zaporizhzhia, resulting in three fatalities and three injuries. Sources: Громадське, Радіо Свобода, Українська правда, Суспільне Новини

The European Central Bank increased its key interest rate by 0.25 percentage points to 2.25% on June 11, marking its first hike since September 2023, in response to an energy shock. Meanwhile, Ukraine's Cabinet of Ministers approved an updated Ukraine Facility plan, introducing 26 new steps primarily focused on European Union integration to secure an additional €8.35 billion in EU support. In technology news, OpenAI is reportedly evaluating significant price reductions for its AI services to enhance its competitive standing against rivals. These developments occur as the United States has become the world's largest oil exporter, surpassing Saudi Arabia and Russia, indicating a notable shift in the global energy market.

Sources: Forbes Ukraine

Russia's agricultural watchdog, Rosselkhoznadzor, announced that imports of "quarantined products" originating from and shipped from Armenia would be prohibited starting June 12. The agency, in an announcement on June 11, cited three recent instances of Khapra beetle contamination found in Armenian nuts, dried peaches, and dried tomatoes. Rosselkhoznadzor indicated that these measures follow a series of "phased" restrictions on various Armenian agricultural products that have been implemented over time. The new ban specifically targets products deemed high-risk for pest transmission.

Sources: Радіо Свобода