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Zelenskyy and Madjar agree on a meeting and joint visit to Zakarpattia: what lies behind this step

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:42

🇺🇦🇭🇺 Zelenskyy and Madjar agree on a meeting and joint visit to Zakarpattia. Discussing the rights of the Hungarian minority and humanitarian aid. #Ukraine #Hungary #Politics

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Patriot Licenses: Ukraine Launches Domestic Production of Air Defense Systems

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:32

Ukraine is negotiating licenses for Patriot production: Kyiv plans to establish domestic production of air defense systems to protect against ballistic missiles. Minister Sybiha stated that this will allow for the rapid expansion of defense capabilities, while allies have already allocated millions of euros for missile procurement. 🇺🇦🛡️🚀

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Kyiv Rejects Trump's 28 Points: Ukraine Shifts Strategy Due to Frontline Success

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:22

Ukraine has officially rejected Donald Trump's 28-point peace plan. Kyiv refuses conditions regarding the Donbas and NATO, relying on frontline successes and pressure on the Kremlin. 🇺🇦🇺🇸🚫

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NATO Summit at Risk: Alliance Considers Canceling Meetings Due to Trump

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:09

NATO is considering canceling the 2027 summit to avoid provoking Donald Trump. Alliance leaders in Ankara are discussing postponing the meeting in Albania, fearing new outbursts from the US President. Despite the diplomatic pause, NATO countries' defense spending is rising, while Germany and Canada have announced major financial initiatives. 🇺🇸🇪🇺🛡️

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New Victory for the Ukrainian Armed Forces: Ukrainian Forces Shot Down a Russian Aircraft on July 8

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:02

🇺🇦 Ukrainian Armed Forces shot down a Russian aircraft on July 8! 🛩️ This is not the first success: previously, a MiG-29 was destroyed and Su-30SM and Su-24 aircraft were damaged. Drones are striking airfields in Crimea with precision! 💥 #Ukraine #AirForce #Victory

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Norway allocates 3 billion kroner for air defense missiles for Ukraine: how Patriot deliveries will be accelerated

Politics 07/09/2026, 14:48

🇳🇴 Norway allocated 3 billion kroner for air defense missiles for Ukraine — including Patriot! 🚀 Together with Denmark, Germany, and Canada, deliveries will be accelerated via the PURL program. PM Støre: “Ukraine is us”. #AirDefense #Ukraine #Norway

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Strike deep in the rear: SBU attacks key Transneft hub in Bashkortostan

Politics 07/09/2026, 14:52

The SBU carried out a large-scale operation deep in the Russian rear: 8 drones attacked a key Transneft hub in Bashkortostan. A fire broke out at the Cherkassy LPDS, engulfing the tank farm and production facilities. This will seriously complicate fuel supplies to the central regions of Russia. 🔥🇺🇦🚛

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Post offices operate despite shelling: 'Ukrposhta' resumes operations in Kyiv region

Politics 07/09/2026, 14:42

📬 'Ukrposhta' has resumed operations in Vyshneve and Kryukovshchyna following Russian shelling. Despite damage, clients are already receiving the full range of services. Repairs will take place later. 🇺🇦✨

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182 million hryvnias for 'paper' mortars: former Ministry of Defense official receives suspicion for supplying defective equipment to the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Politics 07/09/2026, 14:45

The SBU announced suspicion against the former head of a Ministry of Defense department for purchasing 250 defective mortars worth 182 million hryvnias. The military called this equipment 'paper' because it could not fire and threatened the lives of artillerymen. The suspect faces up to 6 years in prison.

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Erdogan on talks with Putin: Turkey is using its channels to push Russia towards peace

Politics 07/09/2026, 14:25

🇹🇷 Erdogan stated that Turkey is using its channels to push Putin towards negotiations with Ukraine. The Turkish leader supported Trump's initiative and is ready to become a platform for dialogue again. 🤝🕊️

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Trump Demands End to Trade with Spain: 'They Are a Terrible NATO Partner'

Politics 07/09/2026, 14:18

🇺🇸 Trump demands an end to trade with Spain, calling it a 'terrible NATO partner'. 🇪🇸 Madrid reacts calmly: 'It's business as usual'. The conflict escalated due to military bases and defense spending.

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A common enemy outweighs history: Nawrocki and Zelenskyy resume dialogue amidst UPA disputes

Politics 07/09/2026, 13:55

Polish President Karol Nawrocki stated that a common enemy in the form of Russia should unite Warsaw and Kyiv, despite disputes over the UPA. The leaders held talks and are discussing a new meeting, however, Warsaw has warned of risks for Ukraine's EU accession due to the honoring of historical figures. 🇺🇦🤝🇵🇱

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Trump Breaks Ceasefire with Iran: 'We Will Destroy Them Like a Cancerous Tumor'

Politics 07/09/2026, 13:52

🇺🇸 Donald Trump officially broke the ceasefire with Iran and refused to negotiate. 'We will destroy them like a cancerous tumor' — the US President stated at the NATO summit. Oil prices are rising again 📈

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New Ukrainian Armored Vehicle UAT.DESNA: Specifications and Tactical Tasks

Politics 07/09/2026, 13:41

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has approved the new UAT.DESNA armored vehicle, created at a domestic enterprise. The vehicle occupies a niche between pickups and heavy armored vehicles, featuring high off-road capability and MRAP-class protection. 🛡️🇺🇦

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Alexander Syrskyi Reveals June Drone Strike Statistics: Over 200,000 Targets Hit

Politics 07/09/2026, 13:31

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Alexander Syrskyi presented statistics on the combat use of drones for June: over 437,000 missions and 200,000 targets hit. 🚁🇺🇦 An increase in the effectiveness of FPV strikes and an expansion of operations in the enemy rear are noted. 📉

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Ukraine launches official market for accompanying foreign volunteers: new rules and payments

Politics 07/09/2026, 13:24

Ukraine has launched an official market for accompanying foreign volunteers. Now, the enlistment process in the army will be transparent, and intermediary companies will receive fixed payments for each soldier. 🇺🇦🤝

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Strikes on logistics and infrastructure: SBU 'Alpha' and attacks on Russian cities

Politics 07/09/2026, 13:04

SBU 'Alpha' special forces struck Russian airbases and warehouses in Crimea and Donbas, disrupting enemy logistics. Simultaneously, drones attacked oil refineries in Saratov, Borisoglebsk, and Nizhnekamsk. 🔥🚁🇺🇦

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Rutte Warns Putin: 'Don't Play With Us' — NATO Assesses Ukraine's Successes and War Prospects

Politics 07/09/2026, 12:40

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte addressed Putin with a stern warning at the summit in Ankara: 'Don't play with us.' He called missile strikes on Ukraine a sign of Kremlin desperation and acknowledged the successes of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, noting that Russia cannot win at such a cost. 🇺🇦🇳🇦🇹🇴🇷🇺

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