Zelensky Veiledly Confirmed 'Retribution' Against General Varpakhovich, Who Ordered the Strike on Okhmatped

Politics 09/04/2026, 02:45

Zelensky veiledly confirmed on Telegram that Ukraine had "reached" General Varpakhovich, who ordered the strike on Okhmatped: in Saratov region he was shot twice from a motorcycle.

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Madgyar: Ukraine is not ready for EU accession, no accelerated procedures are possible

Politics 09/04/2026, 02:30

Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar stated that Ukraine is not ready for EU accession and that the process should proceed on standard terms without accelerated procedures, citing the unfulfilled agreement on the rights of the Hungarian minority.

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US State Department Bans Its Citizens from Traveling to Uman for Rosh Hashanah: Lack of Bomb Shelters and Military Risks

Politics 09/04/2026, 02:23

The US State Department has recommended that American citizens not visit Uman during Rosh Hashanah due to military risks. The Embassy points to a shortage of bomb shelters and the ongoing martial law in Ukraine.

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Zelensky Announces Dismissals of SBU and GUR Deputy Heads After Shootout Between Security Forces in Kyiv

Politics 09/04/2026, 02:09

Zelensky announced the dismissal of the deputy heads of the SBU and GUR following a shootout between security forces in Kyiv on September 2. Two charges have been brought in the case, and the disappearance of Kaplunov is also under examination.

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Zelensky Announces Witkoff and Kushner Visit to Kyiv: 'There Are Preliminary Dates'

Politics 09/04/2026, 01:58

Zelensky stated that Witkoff and Kushner may visit Kyiv in the coming days, citing preliminary dates. Meanwhile, TSN reports that the American side has not yet confirmed the visit.

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Kyiv to halt all traffic for 60 seconds every day at 9:00 a.m.: traffic lights will switch to an 'all red' mode

Politics 09/04/2026, 01:32

The KCSA has announced that, from a set date, all traffic in central Kyiv will be stopped for 60 seconds every day at 9:00 a.m. during the nationwide minute of silence. Traffic lights will switch to an 'all red' mode, and a voice countdown will be broadcast through the notification system.

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After raw vegetables scandal at a lunch in Chernivtsi, Ukraine's Cabinet of Ministers launches inspections of school meals across the country

Politics 09/04/2026, 01:18

Following a scandal over raw vegetables served at a school lunch in Chernivtsi, Ukraine's Cabinet of Ministers ordered unscheduled inspections of meals in all schools in the country. This was announced by Prime Minister Serhiy Hordiienko.

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Trump to Demand 'Hundreds of Billions' from Europe for Free Weapons Supplied to Ukraine Under Biden

Politics 09/04/2026, 00:31

Trump stated that the US will demand Europe repay 'hundreds of billions' for the free arming of Ukraine and NATO under Biden, calling ammunition stockpiles 'nearly unlimited.'

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Geran-5 vs. Air Defense: Why Interceptor Drones Are Powerless Against New Jet Targets Over Kyiv

Politics 09/04/2026, 00:17

Ukrainian air defense has been shooting down Geran-5 jet-powered drones for the second day in a row in the Kyiv region. Expert "Flash" explained why interceptor drones are largely ineffective against this threat.

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In Kyiv, a Territorial Recruitment Center illegally detained a doctor — father of five: exemption 'vanished' from the database, prosecution opened a criminal case

Politics 09/03/2026, 23:42

In Kyiv, a TRC illegally detained a doctor — father of five — who had an exemption. The exemption record 'vanished' from the database in front of the inspectors. The prosecution opened a criminal case.

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From a 'Quick Strike' to a War by 2027: The Pentagon Expands Its Presence in the Middle East

Politics 09/03/2026, 23:34

WSJ: The Pentagon is expanding its presence in the Middle East — about 50,000 troops and 19 ships, including two aircraft carriers. According to sources, the war with Iran could drag on until 2027.

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The "Volchansk Cauldron" and the Capture of Villages: Ukraine's 16th Army Corps Denies Russian Defense Ministry Claims

Politics 09/03/2026, 23:10

Ukraine's 16th Army Corps denied the Russian Defense Ministry's claims about the encirclement of Ukrainian forces in the "Volchansk cauldron" and the capture of villages in the Kharkiv region. Kyiv considers these reports part of a media campaign against the backdrop of Russia's internal problems.

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Kyiv Receives Two New Fire Trucks from Barcelona: Klitschko and Collboni Sign Cooperation Memorandum

Politics 09/03/2026, 22:56

Kyiv received two new fire trucks, a Mercedes-Benz and a MAN, from Barcelona. Mayors Klitschko and Collboni signed a cooperation memorandum on urban infrastructure and energy efficiency.

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Mathematics Becomes the Main Barrier of the 2026 NMT: Nearly 40,000 Applicants Failed to Clear the Threshold

Politics 09/03/2026, 22:32

According to UCHEQA data, 48,590 people failed to clear the threshold score in at least one subject on the 2026 NMT. Nearly 40,000 of them struggled with mathematics, which has become the main barrier to university admissions.

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Poland Closes Eastern Airspace for Three Months to Allow Air Defense Operations

Politics 09/03/2026, 22:05

From September 10 to December 9, Poland is introducing a temporary restricted air traffic zone EP R134 in the eastern part of the country. Restrictions up to FL95 and a nighttime flight ban are intended to strengthen air defense operations.

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Zelensky: Ukraine Developing High-Speed Interceptor Drones and Cheap Missiles Against Jet-Powered Shaheds

Politics 09/03/2026, 20:59

Zelensky announced the development of high-speed interceptor drones and cheap missiles to counter jet-powered Shaheds; prototypes have been created, and business will be involved in air defense production.

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4 sq. km. cleared near Kupiansk: how the National Guard is advancing on the Kharkiv axis

Politics 09/03/2026, 20:12

Ukraine's National Guard cleared four square kilometers near Kupiansk between Dvoretchiana and Zakhidne. Fighters of the 23rd AGC Regiment operated jointly with the 35th Marine Brigade.

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Putin Admits at VEF-2026 That Russia Was Unprepared for Ukrainian Strikes on Refineries and Urges Russians to Get Used to Gasoline Shortages

Politics 09/03/2026, 19:41

At VEF-2026, Putin admitted that Russia was unprepared for Ukrainian strikes on refineries and urged Russians to brace for a prolonged gasoline shortage. Production fell to 70% of domestic consumption.

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