Jun 12, 2026, 04:00 PM UTC

European Union intelligence services have reportedly confirmed that China provided training to Russian military personnel who subsequently participated in the conflict in Ukraine. High-ranking EU officials, speaking anonymously, indicated that European services uncovered evidence of this training occurring on Chinese territory, an assertion Beijing has consistently denied. This development comes as Ukraine prepares to request an additional $20 billion in military aid from allies at the upcoming Ramstein meeting. Separately, the United States intends to reduce its military assets, including fighter jets and warships, in Europe. European officials acknowledge this reduction could potentially affect the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Sources: Громадське, Радіо Свобода, Українська правда

Following two nights of US military actions against Iranian sites and Iran's retaliatory strikes on American bases in the Middle East, US President Donald Trump announced plans for a "very strong strike" against Iran. Via Truth Social, he threatened to "bomb the shit out of Iran" if a proposed agreement was not reached, and spoke of seizing Kharg Island and other Iranian oil infrastructure. Trump described an April ceasefire as "the most violated in history." Amidst these escalating tensions, Tehran reportedly declared the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. However, hours after his public statements, President Trump ultimately canceled the planned military operations.

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

SpaceX successfully concluded its initial public offering, securing $75 billion through the sale of 555.6 million shares at $135 each. This landmark transaction valued the aerospace firm at approximately $1.77 trillion, establishing it as the largest IPO in global history. Consequently, Elon Musk's personal wealth is projected to surpass $1.1 trillion, making him the world's first dollar trillionaire. Separately, Ukraine plans to request an additional $20 billion in military assistance from NATO partners during the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting scheduled for June 18, aiming to preserve its current battlefield advantage. Concurrently, the United States has emerged as the leading global oil exporter, overtaking Saudi Arabia and Russia.

Sources: Радіо Свобода, Українська правда, Forbes Ukraine

SpaceX made its debut on the Nasdaq stock exchange on Friday, June 12, with an initial public offering that saw its shares priced at $135. Following its listing, the stock surged by 18% to $160 per share. The space exploration company's valuation now stands at $2.09 trillion after raising $75 billion through the sale of 555,555,555 shares. This event marks the largest IPO in history, surpassing the previous record held by Saudi oil giant Aramco. The successful market entry has reportedly propelled Elon Musk's personal fortune to $1 trillion.

Sources: Le Monde

The European Pact on Migration and Asylum officially entered into force in France on Friday, June 12, marking the initial implementation of a new set of regulations and a directive across the country. However, its application is reportedly occurring within a period described as "legal insecurity," according to Le Monde. This situation stems from the French government's failure to submit legislative text to parliament, which would adapt national law to the new EU rules. The delay is reportedly due to concerns over securing parliamentary approval for such adaptations.

Sources: Le Monde