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Arctic Race: Russia Expands Military and Icebreaker Presence as the US Loses Ground

Politics 07/18/2026, 15:44

The Arctic is becoming an arena for new rivalry: Russia has set a record for cargo transport and is expanding military infrastructure, while the US is losing ground due to an aging fleet and shrinking bases. China is also actively entering the region, increasing pressure on the West. 🇷🇺🇺🇸🇨🇳

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Germany Introduces 'Smart' Police: Bundestag Approves Mass Facial Recognition and AI Behavior Control

Politics 07/18/2026, 15:41

The German Bundestag has approved a massive police reform: AI will now monitor citizens in airports and assess their behavior on cameras. Experts warn of the risk of total surveillance and have compared the innovations to the practices of authoritarian regimes. 🇩🇪👁️🤖

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Trump Accuses Canada of Intentional Negligence Over Wildfires and Threatens New Tariffs

Politics 07/18/2026, 15:23

Donald Trump accused Canada of intentional negligence due to wildfires and air pollution in the US. The President threatened to include the cost of damage in customs duties and called the situation unacceptable. 🇺🇸🔥🇨🇦

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Sanctions against Putin and a ban on metals: new amendment to the US defense budget

Politics 07/18/2026, 15:21

Republican Senator Steve Daines introduced an amendment requiring Trump to assess Russia's readiness for peace every 90 days. In the event of a breakdown in negotiations, new sanctions against Vladimir Putin and a complete ban on the import of Russian metals are provided. 🇺🇸🇷🇺

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The Era of 'Manchesterism': How the Mayor of Manchester Became Prime Minister and What He Promises the British

Politics 07/18/2026, 15:18

Andy Burnham — from Mayor of Manchester to Prime Minister of the United Kingdom! 🇬🇧 His journey: failures in London, triumph in Manchester, and a sensational return to parliament. What does he promise? Decentralization, a "Northern Downing Street," and tax maneuvers. But how to cope with debts and unemployment? 🤔 #UKPolitics #LabourParty #AndyBurnham

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The Seventh Night of Fire: US and Iran on the Brink of Full-Scale War in the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 07/18/2026, 15:14

🔥 Seventh night in a row: US bombs Iran, Tehran strikes US allies. Tankers explode in the Strait of Hormuz, and trade freezes. Experts sound the alarm: the region is sliding towards full-scale war. 🌍💥

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Anastasia Fedorova: 'I'm scared of the psychosis' — ex-minister's wife reacts to the 'cult of personality'

Politics 07/18/2026, 15:03

Anastasia Fedorova, wife of former Ukrainian Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov, sharply criticized behavior on social media, calling it 'psychosis' and a 'cult of personality'. The designer complained about the sexualization of family videos and called for common sense, however, users noted that the protests were aimed at change, not the deification of the politician. 📉🇺🇦

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SBU destroys Tu-95 strategic bomber at Engels airfield: operation details and consequences for Russia

Politics 07/18/2026, 15:00

🔥 SBU destroys Tu-95 strategic bomber at Engels airfield! The aircraft's tail section is completely severed, and airfield infrastructure is damaged. This is a serious blow to Russia's military potential. 🇺🇦🚀

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Reprimand from Syrskyi: Commander of the 'Da Vinci Wolves' Battalion Publicly Announces Disciplinary Action

Politics 07/18/2026, 14:56

Serhiy Filimonov, commander of the 'Da Vinci Wolves' battalion, publicly announced that he received a reprimand from the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi. The statement came against the backdrop of mass protests and calls by veteran Dmytro Koziatynskyi for rallies demanding the dismissal of the Commander-in-Chief. 🇺🇦🔥

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Change of course: why Evgeniy Khmara became the new head of Ukraine's Ministry of Defense

Politics 07/18/2026, 14:50

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Major General Evgeniy Khmara as the Acting Minister of Defense of Ukraine. 🇺🇦 Experts believe this decision aims to strengthen ties with the Armed Forces command, but may slow down the department's digitalization. 📉

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Kharkiv and Izium under attack: casualties among children and counter-strike on Russian logistics

Politics 07/18/2026, 14:41

🚨 Kharkiv and Izium under attack: two killed, children injured. Russia attacked 29 settlements. In response, Wildberries warehouses in Russia were struck. 🇺🇦🔥 #Kharkiv #Izium #Wildberries

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Strikes on Logistics and Fleet: Defense Forces Hit Targets in the Moscow Region, Kerch, and the Sea of Azov

Politics 07/18/2026, 14:37

On the night of July 18, the Ukrainian Defense Forces launched a series of strikes against Russia and occupied territories. Targets included an oil depot in the Moscow region, logistics centers, a bridge in Luhansk, and ships in Kerch. 🔥🚢

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UAF refutes rumors of forcing commanders to support Syrskyi: analysis of the doctrine conflict

Politics 07/18/2026, 14:34

The AFU General Staff refuted rumors of forcing commanders to support Syrskyi. However, behind this lies a deep conflict between supporters of Fedorov's modernization and Syrskyi's rigid vertical. We analyze the essence of the doctrine confrontation in the Ukrainian army. 🇺🇦🔍

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$60 Billion for Independence: Iraq and the US Launch a New Oil Corridor Bypassing the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 07/18/2026, 14:27

Iraq and the US have signed a package of agreements worth $60 billion to create a new oil corridor through Syria. This will allow Baghdad to export oil by bypassing the blocked Strait of Hormuz. Chevron will act as the main contractor.

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Crisis in the Headquarters: Zelensky Prepares to Replace the Commander-in-Chief of the AFU Amid Ideological Struggle

Politics 07/18/2026, 14:24

A major personnel storm is brewing in Kyiv: Zelensky is preparing to replace the Commander-in-Chief of the AFU, Oleksandr Syrsky. The cause of the crisis is an ideological rift between supporters of classical defense and proponents of technological warfare. Decisive meetings will take place at the OPO on July 18–19. 🇺🇦🔥

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Strategic split in Kyiv: Syrsky against proponents of 'technological war' after Fedorov's resignation

Politics 07/18/2026, 14:17

A strategic dispute is flaring up within the Ukrainian leadership: Commander-in-Chief Syrsky against proponents of 'technological war' after Fedorov's resignation. FT reports on disagreements regarding mobilization and the implementation of AI in the army. 🤖🇺🇦⚔️

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Zelensky Ready to Dismiss Syrsky: Conditions for Replacing the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Politics 07/18/2026, 14:14

A major change of power in the army is brewing in Kyiv. Zelensky is ready to dismiss the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Syrsky, but only if he finds a candidate capable of holding the 1,200-kilometer front line. 🔴🇺🇦

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Autumn Mobilization in Russia: CDD Forecasts Conscription of 500,000 People

Politics 07/18/2026, 14:11

The CDD under Ukraine's NSDC reported on Russia's plans to conduct an autumn mobilization of 500,000 people. Some conscripts will be sent to the front within two weeks, while the rest will undergo a month of training. Moscow has not officially confirmed these plans yet. 🇷🇺📉

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