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US Senate Votes for $750 Million Aid to Ukraine and Renaming the Pentagon to the Department of War

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:23

The US Senate voted for $750 million in aid to Ukraine and renaming the Pentagon to the Department of War. The bill prohibits recognizing Russian territorial claims and obliges the US to provide intelligence to Kyiv. Democrats oppose the renaming, but the document continues its path through Congress. 🇺🇸🇺🇦💣

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Artemy Lebedev's Apartment in Central Kyiv: From a 'Frozen' Interior to an Auction for the Restoration of the Country

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:20

🏛 Artemy Lebedev's apartment in central Kyiv will go under the hammer on June 30, 2026. Starting price — 10.5 million UAH. All funds will go to the restoration of Ukraine. 🇺🇦 #Lebedev #Auction #Kyiv

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Deal with Iran on the Home Stretch: Trump Announces Signing in Europe

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:16

Donald Trump stated that the agreement with Iran is ready to be signed this weekend in Europe. The president himself will not appear at the ceremony, but he will be represented by Vice President JD Vance. 🇺🇸🤝🇮🇷

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Death after detention: Ukraine's Ombudsman demands answers for lack of autopsy and violations at TCCs

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:07

Ukraine's Ombudsman Dmytro Lubyntsiy has initiated an investigation into the death of a man with rib fractures, whose body was released to his family without an autopsy. The Prosecutor's Office has opened cases against the police, TCCs, and medical staff. Over 3,000 complaints regarding mobilization violations were received in the first 5 months of 2026. ⚖️🚨

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German Diehl Defence Ready to Launch Production of Ukrainian 'Flamingo' Missile in Germany

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:03

German Diehl Defence is ready to produce the Ukrainian 'Flamingo' missile in Germany. This decision is a response to the cancellation of Tomahawk deployment and the critical shortage of ammunition in Europe. 🚀🇩🇪🇺🇦

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Logistics Paralysis: How Ukrainian Forces Destroyed the Last Bridge in Arмянsk and Blocked Supply Lines to Crimea

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:59

Ukrainian forces destroyed the last intact bridge in Arмянsk, which ensured logistics with Crimea. Up to 50 trucks with ammunition were destroyed in the impact zone. The operation became possible thanks to the work of the multi-domain center "Phalanx" and the use of drones with artificial intelligence. 🇺🇦💥🚛

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PAC-3 Shortage and the Ukrainian Response: Lockheed Martin Warns of Delays as Fire Point Tests an Alternative

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:56

Lockheed Martin has warned of delays in PAC-3 missile deliveries for Patriot systems, which are critical for Ukraine. Amidst the shortage of American weaponry, the Ukrainian company Fire Point has successfully tested the FP-7.x missile, which could become the foundation for a new European shield, Freya. 🚀🛡️

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Ukraine and Poland agree not to close the Shehyni border crossing for buses during repairs

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:52

Ukraine and Poland have agreed not to close the "Shehyni — Medyka" border crossing for buses during summer repairs. This decision will help avoid disruptions in passenger transport during the peak season. Additionally, the "єЧерга" system now automatically checks for the presence of a "Green Card" for crossing the border. 🚌🇺🇦🇵🇱

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New 'Hromada-Savior' award: how the courage and solidarity of Ukrainian communities will be recognized

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:49

🇺🇦 A new award, 'Hromada-Savior', has been introduced in Ukraine for communities that have shown courage and solidarity in frontline zones. The statuette, depicting hands holding a heart, will become a symbol of civilian heroism. 🏅 #Ukraine #HromadaSavior #Award

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Trump cancels strikes on Iran: negotiations reach breakthrough, but blockade remains

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:45

Trump cancels strikes on Iran due to progress in negotiations involving a dozen countries. 🤝 However, the maritime blockade remains in force until the agreement is signed. ⚓️

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Opening of Beaches in Odesa: 13 Zones Declared Safe for Swimming

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:39

The beach season has officially opened in Odesa: 13 zones have been declared safe for swimming after inspections by the SES and the military. Authorities urge caution and monitoring of alarm signals. Meanwhile, in Kyiv and the Mykolaiv region, beaches remain closed due to security threats. 🏖️🇺🇦

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Keith Kellogg: Ukraine negotiations are frozen, but that's 'good'. Putin cannot expand the war

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:29

Former US Special Envoy Keith Kellogg stated that negotiations on Ukraine are effectively frozen, but that is 'good' because key negotiators are busy with Iran. He also reassured the Baltic states, noting that Russia does not have the resources to expand the conflict. 🇺🇸🇺🇦🇷🇺

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Electric Scooters in Ukraine: Parliament Approves First Step Towards New Rules

Politics 06/11/2026, 23:27

The Verkhovna Rada has taken the first step towards legalizing electric scooters in Ukraine 🇺🇦🛴. The parliamentary committee recommended adopting Law No. 3023, which recognizes owners of electric transport as road users and establishes clear safety rules for them. ⚖️🛑

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Diplomatic ultimatum: Warsaw demands Kyiv cancel the unit name honoring the UPA

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:08

Warsaw has issued an ultimatum to Kyiv: cancel the unit name honoring the UPA or Zelenskyy will be stripped of the highest Polish award. 🇺🇦🇵🇱 The diplomatic crisis deepens against the backdrop of historical disagreements.

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Sergey Prytula on Refugees: Europe Does Not Want to Return Working Ukrainians, but is Ready to Accept 'Agents of Influence'

Politics 06/11/2026, 18:14

Sergey Prytula stated that Europe is not in a hurry to return working Ukrainians, considering them valuable capital, but is ready to accept those receiving social assistance. The volunteer proposed creating a Ukrainian faction in the Polish Sejm, taking into account the economic contribution of the diaspora. 🇺🇦🇪🇺

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Diplomatic Ultimatum: E3 Ambassadors in Moscow Deliver Zelenskyy's Peace Conditions

Politics 06/11/2026, 18:00

Ambassadors of the UK, France, and Germany in Moscow personally conveyed the E3 leaders' peace conditions to the Deputy Head of the Russian MFA. Diplomats condemned the escalation and the use of 'Oreshnik' missiles, supporting Zelenskyy's call for direct negotiations with US participation. 🇪🇺🇺🇦🇷🇺

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Isolation of Crimea: How Drone Strikes Are Changing Occupiers' Logistics and Threatening Their Presence

Politics 06/11/2026, 17:41

USF Commander "Madyar" stated that Ukraine will soon completely isolate Crimea from Russia. 🚧🚫 Traffic intensity on the key R-280 highway has already dropped by 71% due to drone strikes. 🇺🇦🛸

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Winter Escalation: Russia Prepares Mass Strikes on Infrastructure and a New Wave of Mobilization

Politics 06/11/2026, 17:27

Analysts predict a massive Russian winter campaign against Ukraine: strikes will expand to rail and water infrastructure. Amid an economic crisis and budget deficit, the Kremlin is increasing pressure on students for recruitment. Ukraine is already implementing protective measures for critical infrastructure. 🇷🇺🇺🇦❄️

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