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Zelensky on Abramovich's role in negotiations: 'It depends on Putin'

Politics 06/16/2026, 17:45

Zelensky stated that Abramovich could become an intermediary in negotiations, but it depends on Putin. The oligarch has already visited Kyiv and promised to provide feedback to Moscow. 🇺🇦🇷🇺

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German Foreign Minister: Peace Negotiations on Ukraine Could Begin This Summer

Politics 06/16/2026, 17:26

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadefuhl stated that peace negotiations on Ukraine could begin as early as this summer. In his opinion, the war has reached a deadlock, and Vladimir Putin may be ready to consider this issue. 🇩🇪🤝🇺🇦

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Zelenskyy Shows Trump the Destroyed Lavra: How Photos of the Strike's Aftermath Influenced the G7 Summit

Politics 06/16/2026, 17:30

Zelenskyy showed Trump the destruction of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra at the G7 summit. Diplomats note that photos of the strike's aftermath elicited disapproval from the US President. 🇺🇦🇺🇸

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Trump announces the return of oil sanctions against Russia: 'Soon we will be able to do this'

Politics 06/16/2026, 17:20

Donald Trump stated that the US will soon resume oil sanctions against Russia, as the problem with raw material supplies has been resolved. In March, restrictions were lifted due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, but now Washington is ready to return to a tough line. 🛢️🇺🇸🚫

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Summer boom at the border: how to save time when leaving Ukraine and avoid traffic jams

Politics 06/16/2026, 16:41

A real summer boom has begun at the western border of Ukraine: since the beginning of June, more than a million people have crossed the border. Border guards warn of a further 20% increase in traffic and offer advice on how to avoid traffic jams. 🚗🇺🇦 Read about which checkpoints are currently the least congested and how to plan your departure to avoid standing in queues.

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Sanctions against Russia and support for Kyiv: G7 leaders approve new pressure plan

Politics 06/16/2026, 16:34

G7 leaders agreed to increase pressure on Russia through energy sanctions and expanded military aid to Kyiv. 🇪🇺🇷🇺 The EU approved a new package of restrictions against the MIC, the "shadow fleet," and the cryptocurrency sector. 🛑

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Zelenskyy: Over 60% of Russians Want to Stop the War — Putin Losing Support

Politics 06/16/2026, 16:27

🇺🇦 Zelenskyy: Over 60% of Russians want to stop the war! 🇷🇺 G7 leaders are united — Putin must end the conflict. But the Kremlin has refused negotiations again. #Ukraine #War #G7

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Zelensky sets deadline: negotiations with Putin must take place before winter arrives

Politics 06/16/2026, 16:24

Zelensky sets an ultimatum: negotiations with Putin must begin before winter. The head of Ukraine explained that the country is not ready to endure a second "terrible winter" and reminded that the cold will hit Russia as well. 🇺🇦❄️

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Trump and Zelenskyy in Évian: A Conversation on Patriot Missiles and Production Licenses

Politics 06/16/2026, 16:21

In the corridors of the G7 summit in Évian, Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Donald Trump. The US President responded positively to the request for additional Patriot missiles and the discussion of licenses for their production. 🇺🇸🇺🇦🚀

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Zelenskyy Rejects Meeting with Putin in Moscow: 'We Don't Play These Games'

Politics 06/16/2026, 16:17

Zelenskyy rejects Putin's proposal for a meeting in Moscow: 'Ukraine does not play these games' 🇺🇦🚫🤝 The Ukrainian leader named Switzerland, Turkey, and Middle Eastern countries as possible venues for negotiations, but noted that the Kremlin is not interested in ending the war. 🇷🇺📉

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Zelenskyy on meeting with Trump: Air defense, missile licenses and 'winter package' for Ukraine

Politics 06/16/2026, 15:50

Zelenskyy revealed details of the meeting with Trump at the G7 summit: agreed on air defense, missile licenses and a 'winter package' for the energy sector. G7 leaders confirmed that they do not see Russia's readiness for peace and supported increased sanctions. 🇺🇦🇺🇸🤝

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Trump Admits Putin's Weakened Position: G7 Summit Details and Plans to Meet Zelensky

Politics 06/16/2026, 15:54

Trump admits Putin is currently weaker regarding the war in Ukraine. Merz and Zelensky will meet after the G7 summit to find a "window of opportunity." Kyiv proposed a leaders' meeting via intermediaries. 🇺🇸🇺🇦🇷🇺

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China Rejects EU Accusations: Beijing Calls Claims of Training Russian Soldiers 'Slander'

Politics 06/16/2026, 15:44

China has sharply responded to accusations by the European Union. 🇨🇳🇪🇺 Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian called the claims about training Russian soldiers "slander." Kaja Kallas asserts that the EU has data on the training of hundreds of military personnel in China. 🚀🤖

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Support in the Fire: How Assistance Payments for Critical Infrastructure Workers Will Change

Politics 06/16/2026, 15:37

The government has expanded the circle of recipients of assistance for those injured at critical infrastructure facilities. Now, supplementary payments are due when a disability group changes, and an application can be filed within 3 years after the cancellation of martial law. 🇺🇦💰

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Trump Announces Personal Meeting with Zelenskyy and Calls Russia's Losses 'Madness'

Politics 06/16/2026, 15:34

Donald Trump announced a personal meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss the war in Ukraine. The US President called Russia's losses 'madness,' citing a figure of 35,000 soldiers in a month, and stated the necessity of an agreement. 🇺🇸🇺🇦🤝

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Sibiga Discussed with Rubio a Plan to Pressure Putin: From the Iranian Nuclear Scenario to the Defense of the Lavra

Politics 06/16/2026, 15:31

The Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andriy Sibiga, met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the G7 summit. The diplomats discussed how to force Putin to sit at the negotiating table, using the example of the deal with Iran and the successes of the Ukrainian Armed Forces on the front lines. Sibiga also emphasized that strikes on the Lavra are a war against Ukrainian identity. 🇺🇦🇺🇸🤝

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Moscow rejects Zelensky's idea of meeting Putin at the G7 summit: 'No official channels'

Politics 06/16/2026, 15:11

The Kremlin rejected Zelensky's idea of meeting Putin at the G7 summit in France. Dmitry Peskov stated that there are no official communication channels and proposed that the Ukrainian leader come to Moscow if he is ready for serious negotiations. 🇷🇺🇺🇦

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Digital Front: How Ukrainian Soldiers Now Sign Contracts via the 'Army+' App

Politics 06/16/2026, 15:08

The Ukrainian army is going digital: contracts can now be signed via the 'Army+' app. 📱⚔️ The new feature simplifies report submission and speeds up document processing for the AFU and GSTS. This is part of the plan to transition to a contract system and demobilization.

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