Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko met with Lebanon's Ambassador to Moscow, Bashir Chauki Saleh Azzam, to express "serious concern" over "ongoing instability in Lebanon, caused by external factors." The meeting also touched upon Russian-Lebanese relations and the importance of maintaining a ceasefire.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused German official Johann Wadephul of being a 'good disciple of Goebbels' for repeating accusations over the Bucha massacre. Lavrov also stated that Europe is 'scheming' against Russia and that European values equate to depriving Russians of basic rights.
Russia launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine, hitting civilian targets including the historic Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv. President Zelensky accused Moscow of deliberately targeting the UNESCO site, which suffered substantial damage. The death toll across Ukraine rose to 11, with 53 wounded. Meanwhile, Donald Trump spoke with Vladimir Putin, urging him to end the war.
At least 11 people were killed in Russian strikes across Ukraine, including damage to the 11th Century Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv. Ukraine reported drone attacks in Russia's Tula city, killing three. President Zelensky condemned the attack on the cathedral as a crime against Christian culture.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed with his Belarusian counterpart the details of a meeting with European ambassadors in Moscow. The ambassadors presented a five-point document of demands from Germany, France, and Britain.
Russia launched a new wave of overnight strikes on civilian targets across Ukraine, killing at least nine people and wounding dozens. The Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv, a Unesco World Heritage site, caught fire after being hit. The leader of the Orthodox Church in Ukraine denounced Putin as the 'Kremlin Antichrist' for the attack. Meanwhile, Donald Trump spoke with Putin, urging him to end the conflict.
Russian air defense systems intercepted and destroyed 123 Ukrainian drones overnight over Russian regions and the Black and Azov Seas. Attacks in Tula resulted in three deaths and three injuries, including a child. Bridges in the Kherson Region were damaged, and traffic suspended.
Russia denies damaging the historic Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery, claiming a US-made Patriot missile caused the strike. Ukraine accuses Moscow of targeting the UNESCO site during a massive overnight assault that killed at least nine people.
Futures prices for platinum, palladium, gold, and silver saw significant gains on the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) and Comex. Palladium futures were up 3.14%, platinum futures gained 3.43%, gold futures rose 2.31%, and silver futures increased by 3.39% as of 10:30 a.m. Moscow time.
Russian strikes killed nine people in Ukraine, including four in Kyiv and five rescue workers in Kharkiv. The 11th-century Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv was damaged. A Ukrainian drone attack in Tula, Russia, killed three people.
A massive Russian missile and drone attack overnight caused a fire at Kyiv's historic Pechersk Lavra monastery, damaging the Dormition Cathedral. At least nine people were killed across Ukraine, including five rescue workers in Kharkiv. Kyiv reported significant destruction and power outages affecting 140,000 residents.
Russia launched new overnight strikes on civilian targets in Ukraine, hitting the historic Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv and killing at least nine people across the country. The leader of the Orthodox Church in Ukraine denounced Putin as the "Kremlin Antichrist" after the attack on the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra complex.
Сергей Безруков и Московский джазовый оркестр под управлением Игоря Бутмана выступили на закрытии Moscow Jazz Festival в Москве. Актер прочитал стихи Симонова и Рождественского под джазовую импровизацию музыкантов.
Iran's army warns of larger strikes on Tel Aviv and advises US base hosts to expel Americans. Meanwhile, US and Iran are reportedly close to signing a memorandum on the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear program, with a deal potentially signed by June 14. Tensions remain high with military actions and warnings.
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was stopped and had his phones seized by British police at Heathrow Airport upon his return from Russia via Turkey. The devices were seized under the Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019.
EU imports of Russian LNG rose 17.9% between Jan-May 2026 compared to 2025, with 96.7% of Yamal LNG exports going to EU ports. This occurs despite EU bans on short-term contracts and upcoming long-term contract bans, highlighting a missed opportunity to fully pressure Russia's war economy.
Britain boarded and detained the tanker Smyrtos on Sunday in the English Channel, suspecting it of violating sanctions by shipping Russian oil as part of the "shadow fleet." Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated this operation targets resources fueling Putin's war in Ukraine.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent a congratulatory message to Russia on Russia Day, pledging "unwavering support" and stating that North Korea would "always stand together with the Russian Federation." He described the bilateral relationship as strengthening into "sincere and devoted relations of comradely trust and alliance."
A report by Sweden's Defense Committee, endorsed by the government, warns of a potential Russia-NATO conflict in the near future, labeling Russia a "long-term threat." It suggests Moscow might test NATO's cohesion under favorable political conditions, even without traditional military requirements for an attack. The report also notes a changing US-Europe NATO dynamic and emphasizes Sweden's continued support for Ukraine.
Fire stations will be constructed in three Moscow districts – Kryukovo, Pechatniki, and Ochakovo-Matveevskoye – as part of the comprehensive development program (KRT). The total area for these three buildings will be approximately 7.3 thousand square meters. Two projects are already underway, while one is yet to begin construction.
Japan's distinct approach to Russia's aggression in Ukraine, including maintaining contact with Moscow and seeking energy imports, has been noted by European governments and NATO nations. Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi defended Tokyo's outreach, emphasizing the importance of dialogue during conflict. A politician from the ruling Liberal Democratic Party has been attempting to arrange a meeting between the Japanese and Russian foreign ministers. Japan is also reportedly close to an agreement with the US to continue importing energy from Russia's Sakhalin 2 project.
India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar defended the nation's energy ties with Moscow, stating the US had previously asked India to buy Russian oil to stabilize global markets. He also criticized Europe's stance on India's imports and its arms sales to countries that have attacked India. Separately, a fire in Delhi killed three people.
The UK government will ban imports of diesel and jet fuel made from Russian oil by January 1, 2027, as part of its sanctions package against Moscow. This move aims to increase pressure on Russia while maintaining domestic stability, though critics argue it could still finance Moscow's war effort.
Two Brazilian football players, Matheus Reis de Lima and Joao Victor da Silva Marcelino, along with two Russian teammates, were added to the controversial 'Peacemaker' website's database for allegedly supporting the Russian military and infringing on Ukraine's sovereignty. The players were blacklisted for participating in an event that raised funds for Russian servicemen.
