Jun 28, 2026, 08:30 AM UTC

Ukrainian officials reported a significant Russian aerial assault overnight on June 28, involving approximately 150 airborne targets, including anti-ship and ballistic missiles, and strike drones. Kyiv was targeted by ballistic missiles, resulting in fires and confirmed casualties. Concurrently, Ukraine launched drone attacks on two major oil refineries in Russia's Krasnodar and Yaroslavl regions. Intense fighting persists along the front lines, with the General Staff recording 241 combat engagements on June 27. Separately, during the G7 summit held June 15-17, former US President Donald Trump reportedly expressed disappointment with Vladimir Putin's actions and indicated a potential shift regarding "Anchorage agreements," according to reports citing US officials.

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

The United States and Iran have engaged in a series of retaliatory military actions. On June 26, US forces conducted strikes on Iranian missile and drone storage facilities and coastal radar stations. US President Donald Trump stated these actions were in response to "another violation of the ceasefire agreement" and an attack on a vessel. In retaliation, Iran's Revolutionary Guard reportedly launched drone and missile attacks on June 27 against US military installations in Kuwait and Bahrain. The IRGC warned of a "devastating response" if US strikes continued. Later on June 27, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced additional strikes on Iranian targets, citing an attack on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. This escalation follows previous exchanges between the two nations.

Sources: Громадське, Українська правда

The latest Forbes Global 2000 ranking of the world's largest public companies reveals a significant global trend of growth among technology firms driven by the artificial intelligence boom. However, this trend appears to be largely bypassing Europe, according to Forbes Ukraine. An analysis of the top 20 European companies within the ranking indicates a continued dominance of traditional sectors. These include energy, banking, and luxury goods, with a notable absence of AI-focused technology companies among the continent's leading performers. This highlights a divergence in the economic drivers shaping the largest corporations in Europe compared to global patterns.

Sources: Forbes Ukraine