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Kiev reclassifies 2025 Istanbul meetings: why the US became the key to negotiations

Politics 07/10/2026, 02:50

The Office of the President of Ukraine has officially reviewed the status of the 2025 Istanbul meetings, calling them merely an "exchange of views." Serhiy Kislitsa stated that full-fledged negotiations began only in 2026 with US participation, whose attention had previously been diverted by the crisis in the Persian Gulf 🇺🇸🤝🇺🇦

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Missile Shortage and New Balance of Power: Merz's Plan to Reshape NATO Defense

Politics 07/10/2026, 02:47

Friedrich Merz announced a plan to eliminate the missile shortage in Europe: NATO is moving towards spending parity with the US and allocating €70 billion for aid to Ukraine. 🇪🇺🚀🛡️

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Schengen on the brink of collapse: nine countries demand postponement of biometric control due to traffic jams

Politics 07/10/2026, 02:39

Nine Schengen countries are demanding that the European Commission extend the "emergency flexibility" regime at borders due to critical traffic jams. 🛑 After the launch of the digital EES system, airports cannot cope with the flow: countries are asking to temporarily suspend biometrics to avoid a collapse during the summer season. 📉

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Trump on board Air Force One: Spain 'yielded' under threat of embargo, but Brussels sets hard barriers

Politics 07/10/2026, 02:33

Trump claimed that Spain 'yielded' under the threat of an embargo and agreed to increase defense spending. However, experts point to the legal impossibility of sanctions against an EU member and the risks for American investors. 🇺🇸🇪🇸🚫

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Strike on Logistics: US Attacks Key Railway Bridge in Iran

Politics 07/10/2026, 02:29

🇺🇸 The US carried out airstrikes on the strategic Ak-Take-Khan bridge in Iran, severing a key logistical artery between Tehran, China, and Russia. 🚆 Donald Trump confirmed the abandonment of the ceasefire regime but reported on Tehran's attempts to resume negotiations. 🔥

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Diesel surges 11.6%: How Russia's export ban and refinery attacks crashed global markets

Politics 07/10/2026, 02:26

🚨 Diesel surges 11.6%: Russia's export ban and refinery attacks crashed global markets. Futures price hit $154.71 per barrel. 📉🔥

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Italy expels two Russian military attachés: names and deadlines

Politics 07/10/2026, 02:19

Italy is expelling two Russian military attachés — Gorbachev and Astakhov — for espionage. The diplomats have been given three days to leave Rome. Moscow has promised to respond to this move. 🇮🇹🇷🇺🚫

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Lost your license due to drunk driving or an accident? The Ukrainian MIA explains how to get it back

Politics 07/10/2026, 02:13

The Ukrainian MIA has clarified the procedure for restoring driving rights after revocation due to drunk driving or accidents: retaking both theory and practical exams is now mandatory. Documents can be submitted via the "Diia" app at any service center in the country. 🚗🇺🇦

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Marine Le Pen is back in the lead: how the court and polls are reshaping the French presidential race

Politics 07/10/2026, 02:09

Marine Le Pen is back in the lead in polls ahead of the 2027 elections in France 🇫🇷. Despite the trial regarding embezzlement, she is polling 35% in the first round and confidently advancing to the second. The gap with Édouard Philippe in the final is minimal — 51% against 49%. ⚖️📉

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Trump on Board No. 1: Greenland, Iran, and the New Reality of US Military Presence in Europe

Politics 07/10/2026, 02:06

Trump aboard Air Force One has harshly outlined new rules of the game for NATO. 🇺🇸🇪🇺 Europe's refusal to support strikes on Iran and the dispute over Greenland have led to a review of the US military presence. The Pentagon is already recalling aircraft carriers, and allies have been tasked with increasing defense spending to 3.5% of GDP. 📉🚀

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Trump Prepares Iran for a Prolonged War: US Forecasts Multi-Week Exchange of Strikes in the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 07/10/2026, 02:03

The Trump administration is preparing Iran for a prolonged war: the US forecasts a multi-week cycle of mutual strikes in the Strait of Hormuz. Following the collapse of the agreement on asset unblocking and attacks on tankers, the Pentagon has moved to an active phase. 🚢💥⚠️

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Project Freya: Ukraine and the EU Create a New Air Defense Architecture to Bypass Export Restrictions

Politics 07/10/2026, 02:00

Ukraine and the EU have launched the joint Project Freya: a new air defense architecture to bypass export restrictions and missile shortages. 🚀🛡️ The complex will combine Ukrainian radars and European interceptors. Production of key units is planned to be localized within NATO.

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Ballistic breakthrough or technological dead end: Real timelines and risks of the Ukrainian FP-7 program

Politics 07/10/2026, 01:56

Ukrainian company Fire Point plans to begin flight tests of the FP-7 ballistic missile in autumn 2026. The chief designer admitted the project's critical dependence on Western components and the need to overcome export restrictions. 🚀🇺🇦

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Astana court overturns ruling to seize $1.4 billion from Gazprom: why Kazakhstan denied Naftogaz jurisdiction

Politics 07/10/2026, 01:53

The AIFC court in Kazakhstan overturned the ruling to seize $1.4 billion from Gazprom following Naftogaz's lawsuit ⚖️💸. The judge cited lack of jurisdiction as the dispute is not related to the financial centre's activities. The Ministry of Justice of the RK confirmed: Kazakhstan will not be an instrument for third-party geopolitical disputes 🇰🇿🚫.

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Sikhov Incident: Behind the Scenes of the Conflict Between TCC and Lviv Residents

Politics 07/10/2026, 01:47

🔥 Sikhov Incident: Behind the scenes of the conflict between TCC and Lviv residents. The official version of "voluntary" detention contradicts the facts of violence that became the trigger for the riot. The Ministry of Defense admitted the need to reform mobilization methods, but authorities continue to detain participants. 🚓🇺🇦

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Ankara without compromises: results of Nawrocki and Zelensky's meeting and new risks for Ukraine's European integration

Politics 07/10/2026, 01:43

The meeting between Nawrocki and Zelensky in Ankara passed without breakthroughs: historical disputes remain unresolved. Warsaw warned Kyiv: disputes over memory could become a barrier to joining the EU 🇵🇱🇺🇦🚫

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Trump Rejects Kremlin Proposal: Why Putin and Zelenskyy Talks Will Not Take Place in Moscow

Politics 07/10/2026, 01:33

Trump gave a hard answer to the Kremlin: talks between Putin and Zelenskyy in Moscow are impossible 🚫🇷🇺. The US insists on a neutral venue, and Zelenskyy confirmed that a visit to Russia is dangerous due to drones. Turkey and Saudi Arabia are being considered as alternatives 🇹🇷🇸🇦.

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Patriot Production in Ukraine: Technological Challenges and Logistical Barriers

Politics 07/10/2026, 01:30

Trump announced a license for Patriot production in Ukraine, but Bloomberg experts warn of difficulties. 🚀 High-tech components, strict export controls, and logistical barriers could delay the launch for years. 🇺🇸🇺🇦

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