Record heat in Europe has put France's energy system at risk: due to river overheating, EDF is forced to shut down nuclear power plants. Paradox: electricity demand is hitting peaks, while generation is dropping, forcing the country to buy energy from neighbors. ⚡🌡️🇫🇷

Iraq threatens to leave OPEC due to production quotas and the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz 🛢️📉. Following the UAE, Baghdad demands a revision of the rules, threatening to crash oil prices. Is the cartel on the verge of collapse? ⚠️

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance confirmed the creation of a communication channel with Iran in Doha and UAE negotiations regarding $300 billion in investments. 🤝🇮🇷 Washington acts as a regulator, demanding security guarantees. Experts call this a pragmatic response to the lessons of the regional war. 🌍💰

A court in Kazan sentenced Igor Kolomoyskyi to 12 years in prison in absentia. The businessman was found guilty of stealing oil from Tatneft worth 10 billion rubles. He is currently under arrest in Ukraine on his own criminal charges. ⚖️🛢️

Astronomers have discovered a unique planetary system where the planets are the size of Jupiter but lighter than cotton candy. Their density is comparable to shaving foam, and they were found thanks to observations from Antarctica. 🔭☁️

On the night of June 26, Kremenchuk and Poltava were hit by ballistic missiles and drones. Explosions were heard early in the night, and authorities urged citizens to stay in shelters. This is a continuation of systematic Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. 🚨🇺🇦

Satellites have recorded a collapse: 10-kilometer traffic jams have formed before the Kerch Bridge, trapping 1,500 vehicles. Due to fuel shortages, power outages, and the evacuation from the "Artek" camp, a mass outflow of population from Crimea has begun. 🚗🚫⚡️

🇺🇸 The US has officially renounced the role of a neutral mediator in the conflict. Emmanuel Macron confirmed that at the G7 summit, Washington legally cemented support for Ukraine's territorial integrity and a united front with allies. 🇪🇺🇺🇦

The US used Ukrainian Magura maritime drones for the first time in exercises in the Indo-Pacific region. In the Philippines, American "Green Berets" successfully sank a target ship using a drone with a new cumulative warhead. This became part of the strategy to deter the PRC, and the manufacturer Uforce plans to open factories in Asia. 🇺🇸🇺🇦🚢

Council of Europe Commissioner Michael O’Flaherty has warned EU countries about the risks of prematurely rolling back protection for Ukrainian refugees. He noted that the escalation of attacks in 2025–2026 makes the return of citizens dangerous, and canceling the status could plunge millions into poverty. Temporary protection status has been extended until March 2027, but discussions about its reduction are already underway.

In Sevastopol, shops and markets have stopped due to a lack of power and gasoline, while food prices have risen several times. Residents complain about empty shelves and delivery problems, calling the situation a "siege." Satellites have recorded huge traffic jams on the Crimean Bridge. 🚗🔌🍅

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated in Washington that the Alliance protects not only Europe but also continental US. On the eve of the summit in Ankara, he called Russia a long-term threat and warned about the risks of military cooperation between Beijing and Pyongyang. 🇺🇸🇪🇺🚩

Denmark is the first in the EU to legally ban asylum for Ukrainian men of conscription age (23–60 years). Minister Bødskov explained this by the need not to undermine Ukraine's defense. The decision became possible thanks to Copenhagen's special status in migration issues 🇩🇰🇺🇦

🇨🇿 Patrik Schick has ended his international career with the Czech Republic following a failure at the 2026 World Cup. "Change is needed," he stated, emphasizing that Czech football is capable of more. 🏆 The top scorer of Euro 2020 leaves with pride, yet with a sense of responsibility.

Ukraine and Poland discussed the active participation of Polish business in the country's reconstruction and the deepening of energy partnership. At the same time, Ukraine received $3.39 billion from the World Bank to support the budget, fulfilling conditions for integrating the energy market with Europe. ❄️🇺🇦🇵🇱

Major NORSI refinery in Nizhny Novgorod region shut down after drone strike: 12k tons/day unit damaged, casualties reported. Exchange suspended fuel trading, while gasoline prices in Russia hit records. 🚨🛢️

The EU Council has officially extended economic sanctions against Russia until July 31, 2027 🇪🇺🚫. Bloc leaders confirmed the course to isolate key sectors of the Russian economy. Additionally, a 21st package of restrictions is being prepared, which will for the first time affect the Russian fishing industry 🐟📉.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to Bratislava is on the verge of realization: diplomats only need to coordinate the dates. 🇺🇦🤝🇸🇰 Meanwhile, the prime ministers of the two countries have agreed on a joint meeting in Lviv. Robert Fico continues to insist on negotiations and is discussing with the EU the creation of a communication channel with the RF. 🗣️🕊️