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Ukraine in a winning position: US State Department statement on the war and sanctions against Russia

Politics 06/25/2026, 06:23

US Deputy Secretary of State Jeremy Levine stated that Ukraine is in a winning position in the war against Russia. The official noted that it is now Russia that is counting on winter, while Kyiv continues to exert pressure. A possible review of sanctions against Russian oil is also being discussed. 🇺🇸🇺🇦🇷🇺

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New North Korean Destroyer: Pyongyang Builds Strategic Nuclear Naval Force

Politics 06/25/2026, 06:20

🚢 North Korea has commissioned a new destroyer, the "Choe Hyon," which Kim Jong Un called a symbol of transforming the Navy into a strategic nuclear force. 🌊 The 5,000-ton vessel is equipped with modern weaponry and capable of attacking both ports and aircraft carriers. 🇷🇺 Experts suggest that Russia may have assisted in the construction of the ship. #DPRK #MilitaryNews #NuclearPower

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Trump Assesses Zelensky's Performance: 'Things Are Going Pretty Well' — Details of the White House Conversation

Politics 06/25/2026, 00:57

Donald Trump assessed Volodymyr Zelensky's work as 'quite good' and noted that things are going pretty well for the Ukrainian leader. 🇺🇸🇺🇦 After the G7 summit, the US gave the green light to discuss licenses for producing Patriot missiles and new sanctions against Russia. 🚀🛡️

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Ebola Threatens the US: White House Requests $1.4 Billion from Congress to Combat the Pandemic

Politics 06/25/2026, 00:32

The White House has requested $1.4 billion from Congress to fight Ebola. Funds will go towards quarantine in Kenya and the evacuation of US citizens. The outbreak in Congo has already reached Europe, infecting a French doctor. 🚨🦠

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Free transit: Rubio stated that no country will support tolls for the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 06/24/2026, 23:26

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that no country will support the introduction of tolls for the Strait of Hormuz. This statement was made after Trump signed an agreement with Iran on a ceasefire and opening the strait to ships. 🚢🌍

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A Step Towards Unification: The Romanian Chamber of Deputies Votes for Negotiations with Moldova

Politics 06/24/2026, 22:44

The Romanian Chamber of Deputies approved a bill on unification with Moldova, obliging the government to start negotiations. The initiative was passed via a "silent" vote, while support for the idea in Moldova has reached 42% 🇷🇴🤝🇲🇩

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End of automatic arrest: KSU annuls the norm requiring the detention of military personnel without choosing a preventive measure

Politics 06/24/2026, 22:37

The Constitutional Court of Ukraine has annulled the norm on the automatic arrest of military personnel, declaring it unconstitutional. Now judges will be able to choose a preventive measure, rather than being obliged to detain all suspects without alternatives. 🏛️⚖️

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Zelenskyy: Intelligence and the military have been ordered to act preemptively against Russian military targets

Politics 06/24/2026, 22:40

Zelenskyy has ordered intelligence and the military to act preemptively against Russian military targets. The president announced the results of strikes on arsenals, factories, and communication centers, noting that Russia is moving air defense systems to protect Moscow. 🇺🇦💥

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Italian scandal: how Beretta continues to supply weapons to Russia despite sanctions

Politics 06/24/2026, 22:19

Sensational investigation: the Italian holding Beretta still owns 57% of the shares of the Russian importer "Russkiy Oryol" and continues to supply weapons to the Russian Federation. 🇮🇹🔫 Russian military uses Benelli shotguns against drones, and snipers use Tikka and Sako rifles. Despite US sanctions, no investigation has been launched in the EU and Italy, and parliamentary hearings on this issue were closed. 🚫🇪🇺

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Konstantynivka and Lyman: Moscow claims success, analysts speak of 'gray zones' and fakes

Politics 06/24/2026, 22:15

Moscow claims control over Konstantynivka, but ISW analysts call it "penetration" rather than an advance. Experts also doubted the authenticity of the video with the Russian flag in Lyman, calling it a possible AI product. 🇷🇺🇺🇦📉

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Seven Years for Telegram Posts: Maxim Kruglov Sentenced for Criticizing the War

Politics 06/24/2026, 21:14

Deputy head of Yabloko Maxim Kruglov received 7 years in prison for Telegram posts about the war and Bucha. The politician did not admit guilt, calling the case political. The verdict was handed down against the backdrop of increased censorship in the RF and before the State Duma elections. ⚖️🇷🇺📱

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New tactics in the Black Sea: Ukraine changes strategy — from destruction to seizure of vessels

Politics 06/24/2026, 21:04

Ukraine is changing tactics in the Black Sea: instead of total destruction, "Katran" naval drones will now detain and tow sanctioned vessels to ports for confiscation. 🚢🚫 GUR commander "Ninth" called this a more humane method, but warned: resistance will be punished by instant destruction. 🇺🇦🌊

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Zelenskyy confirms: Retransmitters for 'Shaheds' in Belarus have stopped working

Politics 06/24/2026, 20:19

Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that since June 22, retransmitters for 'Shaheds' have stopped working in Belarus. 🇺🇦🚫🛸 Intelligence and the Main Commander reported the cessation of equipment operation, and silence has been noted on the border — Russia is not launching drones. There is no official response from Minsk yet.

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Calm on the Border: How Zelenskyy's Ultimatum Affected the Activity of 'Shahed' Drones

Politics 06/24/2026, 20:12

The SBGS spokesperson reported a decrease in 'Shahed' activity on the border with Belarus over the last week. Experts link this lull to Zelenskyy's ultimatum regarding the dismantling of repeaters, the deadline for which expires this Friday. 🚁🇺🇦🇧🇾

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Shift in Priorities: EU Redirects Billions from Ukraine Defense Fund to Budgetary Support

Politics 06/24/2026, 20:08

The EU has changed the structure of the first tranche of aid to Ukraine: 5.9 billion euros intended for drones have been redirected to budgetary support. Military financing has not been canceled but will be allocated as a separate tranche. 🇪🇺🇺🇦🚁

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Second evacuation front: Chernihiv region prepares to evacuate residents from 12 border villages

Politics 06/24/2026, 20:04

Starting July 1, a new wave of mandatory evacuation begins in the Chernihiv region from 12 border villages. Authorities intend to evacuate about a thousand residents, including 120 children, due to regular attacks on infrastructure and casualties. 🚌🚨

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Satellite imagery confirms massive strikes on logistics and oil facilities in Crimea

Politics 06/24/2026, 20:01

Vantor satellite imagery has recorded massive fires and destruction at oil facilities and logistics hubs in Crimea. Zelenskyy confirmed strikes on both sides of the Kerch Bridge, while occupiers were forced to use smoke screens for camouflage. 🔥🛰️

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Change of Tactics: EU Extends Sanctions Against Russia for One Year to Avoid Extortion

Politics 06/24/2026, 19:58

The EU has changed the rules of the game: sanctions against Russia have been extended for 12 months at once. 🇪🇺🚫 This decision aims to eliminate political extortion within the bloc and synchronize pressure with new packages of restrictions hitting the energy and fishing sectors. 📉🐟

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