Jun 29, 2026, 12:30 PM UTC

A Russian drone attack on a minibus in Zaporizhzhia on June 29 resulted in two fatalities and six injuries, including one child, according to local authorities. Overnight, explosions were reported across occupied Crimea, with satellite imagery indicating fires near a Kerch airfield and the Maryanivka power substation, causing partial electricity outages. Meanwhile, Ukraine's General Staff reported approximately 1,230 Russian personnel were killed or wounded in the past 24 hours, bringing total estimated Russian losses to 1,402,200 since February 2022. On June 28, 197 combat engagements occurred, with Russian forces concentrating offensive efforts in the Sloviansk, Pokrovsk, and Huliaipole sectors. Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged domestic fuel supply issues stemming from Ukrainian attacks on oil infrastructure, confirming a gasoline export ban and anticipating a similar measure for diesel. Sources: Радіо Свобода, Українська правда

The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) recently addressed concerns regarding the suppression of critical voices in Azerbaijan during its summer session. Following debates on the topic, PACE adopted a resolution underscoring issues related to human rights and freedom of expression within the country. Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Goncharenko reportedly garnered attention during the proceedings due to his unexpected advocacy for Azerbaijan, a role described by some as surprising given the focus of the discussions on human rights. This marks another instance where Azerbaijan has been a subject of PACE deliberations.

Sources: Українська правда

The Russian Hermitage Museum has cancelled all archaeological expeditions in occupied Ukrainian Crimea, according to archaeologist Oleksandr Butyagin. Butyagin, who leads the Myrmekion archaeological expedition near Kerch, stated in an interview with the St. Petersburg publication "Rotonda" that the decision was made "due to the aggravation of the situation." Butyagin himself was previously detained in Poland for his work on the peninsula and subsequently released in an exchange. An announcement regarding the postponement of work was also posted by the Myrmekion expedition group several days prior.

Sources: Радіо Свобода

A shooting incident occurred in Stade, northern Germany, on Monday, June 29. BBC News reported five fatalities, while Le Monde stated "several people were killed" without specifying a number. Police confirmed an "important operation" in the city, located near Hamburg. Le Monde indicated one suspected perpetrator was arrested, whereas BBC News reported two arrests, with one identified as a suspect. Authorities have advised the public to avoid the area but confirmed there is no ongoing threat. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear. Sources: BBC News, Le Monde.

A group of deputies from Moldova's ruling Action and Solidarity (PAS) party, led by Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu, has introduced a legislative proposal to establish criminal liability for denying, justifying, challenging, or approving the 1946-1947 famine and Stalinist deportations. The draft law, titled "Memory of the victims of the 1946-1947 famine and deportations," aims to address historical revisionism concerning these events. If passed, individuals found guilty could face penalties for actions that contradict the historical understanding of these periods of repression. The initiative seeks to reinforce the official recognition of these historical tragedies within Moldovan law. Sources: Радіо Свобода