Jun 11, 2026, 05:30 PM UTC

German Army Chief Christian Freuding has again warned that Russia could attack NATO countries by 2029 or sooner, prompting Germany to accelerate weapon production and enhance army provisions. In economic news, the United States has emerged as the world's largest oil exporter, surpassing Saudi Arabia and Russia. Separately, Ukrainian 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 involvement in child deportations from Kherson. Ukrainian law enforcement has also documented six instances this year where Russian special services allegedly recruited underage girls for contract killings of Ukrainian military personnel.

Sources: Українська правда, Громадське, Радіо Свобода

Ukrainian forces are engaged in urban combat in Kostiantynivka, clearing enemy personnel, according to a battalion commander who stated the city is "semi-encircled" due to Russian advances near Chasiv Yar and Berestky. The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) suggests Russia's main Donbas offensive focus has shifted to Kostiantynivka from Sloviansk. Separately, the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant lost external power for the 19th time on June 10, around 9 PM, following an attack on an electrical substation. Energoatom confirmed the "ZaTES – Ferrosplavna №1" power line disconnected, prompting a switch to backup diesel generators, an event also reported by the IAEA. Additionally, Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi stated Ukrainian drone units struck nearly 180,000 Russian targets in May, maintaining a 1.5 to 1 FPV drone advantage. Sources: Громадське, Радіо Свобода

An investigation by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty reveals that Serbia continues to grant citizenship to Russian nationals through an expedited "national interest" procedure, despite warnings from the European Union. This year, the number of passports issued to Russians is reportedly four times higher than to any other foreign group. The investigation indicates that some individuals receiving Serbian citizenship are listed on international sanctions lists. This practice, which allows for accelerated naturalization, could potentially jeopardize Serbia's visa-free travel arrangement with the EU. The report highlights the ongoing trend of Serbia providing citizenship to Russians under these circumstances.

Sources: Радіо Свобода

Cyprus has ceased operations of all its visa centers across Russia, effective June 15. The Cypriot Embassy announced that visa applications will now only be accepted directly at the consular department in Moscow, as well as at the general consulates located in St. Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, and Krasnodar. This change follows the expiration of the agreement with BLS International, the company that previously provided visa services, on June 13. The diplomatic mission stated it anticipates finding a new service provider in the near future.

Sources: Радіо Свобода

Pope Leo XIV arrived in Spain's Canary Islands on Thursday, June 11, as part of a visit spanning June 6-12. On Grand Canary Island, he met with migrants who had survived dangerous Atlantic crossings. The Pope delivered a political message, aiming to "shine a light on the reality of migration" and condemn "indifference" towards those seeking refuge. He stressed that "we cannot get used to counting the dead." This visit fulfilled a wish of his predecessor, Pope Francis, who had planned a similar journey. The Pope's statements echoed those made by Pope Francis during his 2013 visit to Lampedusa.

Sources: Le Monde