Portugal vs Uzbekistan World Cup match: Search interest surged around the Portugal vs Uzbekistan World Cup match after Uzbekistan's defeat by Portugal in the group stage.
Regional Pulse in Ukraine
Country pulse digest
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Regional Pulse in Ukraine
Ukraine’s recent search trends show intense interest in major sports events like World Cup matches, heightened attention to military and geopolitical issues including the North Crimean Canal and North Korean missile activity, alongside political interest in both domestic leaders and US relations.
Active topics
24
Search volume
78.3K
Leading topic
World
Attention mix
What the country is searching
24
World29% (7)
Life25% (6)
Sports17% (4)
Politics13% (3)
Entertainment8% (2)
Culture4% (1)
Technology4% (1)
Why people are curious
People in Ukraine are primarily following live international and regional events, including sports competitions such as the World Cup matches and national football teams, to stay updated on scores and developments. There is a strong following of geopolitical and military developments, reflecting concerns about security amidst the ongoing conflict, with searches aimed at tracking related news and strategic information. Political intent is also driven by the desire to understand domestic leadership positions, particularly Zelensky’s views on Belarus, and international political events including details about the White House.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
North Crimean Canal military and geopolitical updates: North Crimean Canal updates gather attention due to military actions and strategic importance amid Ukraine-Russia tensions.
North Korea missile launches and military tensions: Interest in North Korea spiked due to recent missile launches, suspected military deployments, and regional security concerns.
Football events: England-Ghana and Portugal team news: Ukrainians follow football matches featuring England vs Ghana and Portugal's national team with Cristiano Ronaldo prominently searched.
White House and US political interest in Ukraine: Growing curiosity about the White House and US political developments, reflecting attention to international politics.
Russian Tu-95 bomber military role explained: Searches for the Russian Tu-95 bomber reflect desire to understand its role in current military conflicts.
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Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Ukraine
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
SportsStable
португалія – узбекистан
The recent surge in searches relates to the World Cup football match between Portugal and Uzbekistan, where Uzbekistan was defeated by Portugal in the group stage's second round.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthHolding steady
португалия – узбекистанпортугалія узбекистан
02
WorldStable
північнокримський канал
People are following updates related to the North Crimean Canal amid recent military and geopolitical developments involving Ukraine and Russia.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthHolding steady
українська правдапівнічно кримський канал
03
WorldStable
північна корея
There is increased interest in North Korea following multiple missile launches, alleged military deployments, and related geopolitical tensions in the region.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthHolding steady
04
SportsStable
англія – гана
The search pertains to the football match between England and Ghana.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthHolding steady
англия – ганаанглия ганаанглія гана
05
PoliticsStable
білий дім
Interest in recent developments and media coverage about the White House is surging in Ukraine.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthHolding steady
06
WorldEmerging
ту-95
People are seeking information on the Russian Tu-95 bomber and its recent military activity.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthRank fell 1 places
07
PoliticsStable
зеленский про беларусь
There is a surge in interest in statements or views by Volodymyr Zelensky regarding Belarus.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthHolding steady
08
CultureStable
кінець світу
People are searching about the concept of 'end of the world,' possibly influenced by cultural or media references.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthHolding steady
09
LifeSurging
24 червня свято
There is notable interest in holidays and commemorations on June 24th in Ukraine.
2K+ searches · 200% growthSearch volume up 100%
24 червняяке сьогодні святосвято 24 червня 2026
10
TechnologyDeclining
iphone 18
People are actively searching for the latest news and features about the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro.
2K+ searches · 500% growthSearch volume down 60%
11
WorldStable
росія
Searches center on recent Russian ballistic missile attacks in Ukraine, reporting casualties and damage.
2K+ searches · 300% growthHolding steady
стамбульські домовленостілавров
12
SportsStable
кріштіану роналду
Interest is rising in Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portuguese national football team, particularly around military aid to Ukraine and the 2026 World Cup.
2K+ searches · 900% growthHolding steady
футбол чемпіонат світупортугалія
World / Explaining | 19 hours agoEmerging
ту-95
Why it matters
EmergingThis topic is appearing consistently and beginning to gain attention, backed by 2K+ recent searches and 1000% growth. People are searching to understand what happened and why.
Rank fell 1 placesConfidence: medium
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
Russia deploys strategic bombers, first missile spotted in Ukraine; drone attack ongoing - Українська правда
FAA ATC recalls when a Tu-95 passed 1,000 feet above a DC-8 flying over the Atlantic. The DC-8 pilot report... - The Avi…
Operation Spider’s Web: Satellite Imagery Confirms Destruction of 13 Aircraft at Belaya and Olenya Air Bases - Мілітарни…
Tupolev Tu-95 and Tu-142 Bear - Air Power Australia
Russian forces are using car tires to protect Tu-95 bombers from drone attacks – Rubryka - Рубрика
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