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Anti-ballistic shield: Ukraine and Britain discuss new air defense projects and Meteor missiles

Politics 08/03/2026, 11:44

Ukraine and the UK discussed creating anti-ballistic systems and supplying Meteor missiles to protect against Russian strikes. 💥💂‍♂️ Funding for some projects may come from the proceeds of frozen Russian assets. 🇺🇦🇬🇧

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A new era of naval warfare: how Ukrainian 'Magura' boats with FPV drones struck Crimea

Politics 08/03/2026, 11:37

GUR special forces used new Magura boats with FPV drones to strike Crimea. The operation confirmed the ability of maritime platforms to hit ground targets. 'Group 13' fighters destroyed 9 ships and 3 enemy helicopters during the war 🇺🇦🚁🚢

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Risk of Losing Konstantynivka: New War Scenarios in Donbas and Kremlin Plans

Politics 08/03/2026, 11:04

Experts warn: Ukraine may lose Konstantynivka in the coming months. 🚩 Russian troops risk approaching Sloviansk and Kramatorsk by the end of winter. 🇺🇦 Furthermore, the Kremlin is considering an operation in the north to create a buffer zone and divert AFU forces. 🛡️

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Bulgaria vs NATO: Scandal over the purchase of Polish MiG-29s and the "graveyard of Soviet aviation"

Politics 08/03/2026, 09:53

A scandal has erupted in Bulgaria over the Defense Minister's plan to buy Polish MiG-29s. The opposition calls this a step towards turning the country into a "graveyard of Soviet aviation," while youth activists parked a "Moskvich" at the ministry building. 🇧🇬✈️🚗

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Stolen Aid: Former State Secretary of the MFA Bankov Arrested for a Scheme Involving Tens of Millions of Hryvnias

Politics 08/03/2026, 09:36

Former State Secretary of the MFA of Ukraine, Alexander Bankov, has been arrested for 60 days for stealing 37 million hryvnias of donor aid. The investigation uncovered a money laundering scheme through shell companies at the beginning of the war. This is a high-profile case amidst other corruption revelations in parliament and the National Guard. 🚨🇺🇦

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Minimum wage or unemployed: how Ukrainian law forces child support payments despite hidden income

Politics 08/03/2026, 09:31

Ex-husband is officially "unemployed" but buying new cars? A lawyer explains how to force child support payments in Ukraine despite hidden income. The law is on the child's side: the court can order a fixed sum if the lifestyle does not match the salary. 👶💸

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Sloviansk and Konstantynivka: How the Ukrainian Armed Forces halted the Russian offensive and repelled counterattacks

Politics 08/03/2026, 09:05

🇺🇦 The Armed Forces of Ukraine halted the Russian offensive in the Sloviansk and Konstantynivka directions. The enemy is using KABs to prepare for an assault, but Ukrainian troops are successfully counterattacking. 🚀 #Ukraine #War #Sloviansk

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Massive Attack: 181 Drones Against Ukraine — Night Results and Retaliatory Strikes

Politics 08/03/2026, 08:28

Ukraine repelled a massive attack of 181 Russian drones, shooting down 163 targets. Despite breaches at 13 locations, air defenses performed effectively. In response, Defense Forces struck oil refineries in Russia and a drone factory in Belgorod 🇺🇦🛸

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Return to the Front: Ukraine's Ministry of Defense Launches Simplified Procedure for Wounded Fighters

Politics 08/03/2026, 07:29

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has given wounded fighters a chance to return to the desired unit without unnecessary bureaucracy. Until September 20, 2026, you can submit a report and choose a unit where protection from transfer is guaranteed for six months. ⚔️🇺🇦

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Power Vacuum in Europe: Why the Departure of Macron and Starmer Threatens Ukraine's Future

Politics 08/03/2026, 04:09

Europe faces the threat of losing two main defenders of Ukraine: Macron is leaving, and Starmer has already left office. 🇪🇺🚫 Concerns are raised by possible far-right victories in France and the lack of a strong leader in Germany. The future of the "Coalition of the Willing" is in question. 🇺🇦🇫🇷🇬🇧

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Mark Kelly vs. Kushner: Senator Demands Removal of 'Real Estate Agent' from Iran Negotiations

Politics 08/03/2026, 03:20

Senator Mark Kelly harshly criticized Donald Trump for his choice of negotiators with Iran, calling Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff a 'real estate agent' and 'son-in-law' incapable of resolving the conflict. Amid rising gas prices and threats of new strikes on nuclear facilities, the Democrat demands bringing professionals and allies back to the negotiating table. 🇺🇸🇮🇷📉

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Trump Cancels Strike on Iran: Start of Negotiations and Oil Price Crash

Politics 08/03/2026, 03:23

Trump cancelled the strike on Iran for negotiations starting on August 3. 🇺🇸🤝🇮🇷 Markets breathed a sigh of relief: Brent and WTI oil plummeted by more than 6% against the backdrop of news about de-escalation. 📉

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Hungary on the Brink: Shutdown of the Only NPP Due to Drought and 40°C Forecast

Politics 08/03/2026, 01:37

Hungary is shutting down its only NPP for the first time in 40 years due to the drying up of the Danube. 🌡️🇭🇺 Prime Minister Viktor Orbán warned of five critical days with temperatures up to 40 degrees and a possible energy deficit. The crisis affects all of Central Europe: from water restrictions in Budapest to blackouts in Georgia. ⚡️

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Graham's 'Hellish Sanctions' Stuck in the Senate: Dispute Over Trump's Tariffs Delays Blow to Russia

Politics 08/02/2026, 23:55

The U.S. Senate is stalled on passing Graham's 'hellish sanctions' due to a dispute over Trump's tariff powers. Democrats fear this will give the president too much authority, but Zelenskyy insists on the document's importance for Ukraine. 🇺🇸🇷🇺🇺🇦

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Daughter of the Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Aerospace Forces among the victims of the explosion at Balzi Rossi restaurant: new details of the investigation

Politics 08/02/2026, 23:41

The explosion at the Balzi Rossi restaurant in Moscow claimed five lives. The investigation revealed that Maria Chaiko, the daughter of the Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Aerospace Forces, could be among the injured with a severe injury. The prosecution has already initiated a case on terrorism. 💣🚨

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Arrest of Dmytro Karchuk: Ukrainian businessman detained in Poland on a German warrant

Politics 08/02/2026, 23:34

Dmytro Karchuk, co-owner of CEO Club Ukraine, was detained at the Polish border upon request from Germany. The German investigation suspects him of stealing electric bicycles worth 127,000 euros, however, the defense insists on an alibi and identity theft. 🚨🇺🇦🇩🇪

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Patriots for Ukraine: US Congress Urges Acceleration of Production Technology Transfer

Politics 08/02/2026, 23:30

The US Congress has urged the White House to accelerate the transfer of Patriot production technologies to Ukraine. Mike Turner explained the difference in approaches to defensive and offensive weapons and emphasized the urgency of the issue due to missile attacks on civilians. 🇺🇸🇺🇦🛡️

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Italian paratroopers seize Russian tanker 'Toa Payoh' from a helicopter in the Mediterranean

Politics 08/02/2026, 23:05

Italian military forces landed from a helicopter on the oil tanker Toa Payoh, linked to the Russian Federation's "shadow fleet." The vessel refused to cooperate and was stopped in the Mediterranean Sea to verify its Cameroonian flag. The operation was conducted with the support of Greece and Poland.

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