What a theatre. Putin received a lavish reception in North Korea, complete with a crowd and an orchestra. Kim Jong-un declared that relations between the two countries are entering a period of "new prosperity." Putin announced the signing of a new strategic agreement, likely involving military support, marking a significant long-term partnership. This is Putin's first visit to North Korea in 24 years; his last visit was in 2000 during the reign of Kim Jong Il, the current dictator's father.

US Defense spokesman Pat Ryder, announced the potential expansion of the training program for Ukrainian pilots. F-16 training is already underway in Arizona and Denmark, with additional training opportunities being prepared elsewhere in Europe.

https://www.defense.gov/News/Transcripts/Transcript/Article/3811490/pentagon-press-secretary-maj-gen-pat-ryder-holds-a-press-briefing/

Denmark confirmed a new aid package to Ukraine. The package includes funding for significant donations via the Ukrainian defense industry, additional equipment to support Denmark's F-16 donation, and contributions from their own stock.

https://www.fmn.dk/da/nyheder/2024/danmark-imodekommer-ukraines-akutte-behov-med-ny-donationspakke/

Estonia is open to discussing the deployment of Western troops, including Estonian troops, to Ukraine. This is not a red line for them, and they hope for a unified stance from NATO or the European Union. Estonian leaders, particularly from the Ministry of Defense, are engaged in these discussions and believe that nothing is impossible, Estonian ambassador to Ukraine Annely Kolk said. https://www.rbc.ua/rus/news/posol-estoniyi-anneli-kolk-vazhliva-lishe-1718770964.html

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated that the world is on the verge of a global crisis due to the war in Ukraine. He predicts a serious confrontation could occur within the next three to four months, or possibly even sooner. Vučić emphasized the urgency of the situation, suggesting that while it may not lead to World War III, it is still highly concerning.

https://weltwoche.ch/story/ich-bin-mir-ziemlich-sicher/

The trajectory of Shahed drones during the attack overnight.

"I don't know any other country where people can breathe so freely," Russian propagandist Pavel Zarubin said during Putin's visit to North Korea.

At least he has humor.

Putin and Kim Jong-un signed the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement between both countries.

During Putin's visit to North Korea, Kim Jong-un expressed "full support" for Russian aggression in Ukraine. Kim praised Russia's role in maintaining global strategic stability and expressed solidarity with Russia's government, army, and people in their 'military operations' in Ukraine, citing the protection of sovereignty, security interests, and territorial integrity.

https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20240619001852315

Kanal microdistrict in eastern Chasiv-Yar. Completely destroyed...

Both countries agreed to provide mutual assistance in case of aggression against either country, as announced by Putin. Additionally, they signed agreements on a comprehensive strategic partnership, the construction of a border road bridge across the Tumangan River, and cooperation in health, medical education, and science.

The 53rd Mechanized Brigade destroyed several Murom-P surveillance complexes.

Loud explosion in occupied Pervomaisk, Luhansk region.

80% of Russian equipment and personnel that were stationed on the Russian border with Finland, have been transferred to Ukraine, a high-ranking Finnish military source confirms. Garrisons and military bases are almost empty.

https://yle.fi/a/74-20093440

Germany is considering transferring the new NOMADS air defense system to Ukraine. This is a highly mobile short-range air defense system equipped with IRIS-T SLS or AIM-9X missiles. https://www.hartpunkt.de/kongsberg-fuehrt-das-mobile-luftverteidigungssystem-nomads-auf-ffg-fahrzeug-ein/

France is considering the ban on imports of Russian liquefied natural gas. This is bold, as France is the largest European LNG importer of Russian liquefied gas. https://t.co/hgd00zSENp

Putin, after visiting North Korea earlier, has arrived in Vietnam.

Zelenskyi's evening speech

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Today, there are two more signatories to the Peace Summit Communiqué, and the representation of the American continent, particularly Latin America, has grown. It is now official: the Organization of American States, which unites countries from both North and South America. As well as the island nation of Antigua and Barbuda.

We consider the entire world to be equal, and this is our ideological difference from Russia in terms of international relations. We respect every nation and count on every voice when it comes to cooperation among nations. That is how the UN Charter is organized — so that all states matter.

Putin, on the other hand, wants only himself, or someone of his choosing, to matter. This is Russia's typical colonial view of the world, and we — along with all our partners — must break it.

And the format of the Peace Summit, the format of our Communiqué, the format of our future preparatory work for the Second Summit will ensure the fair treatment of every nation, every state, and certainly Ukraine. I thank everyone who is helping.