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Golden trident on a banner staff as a symbol of Ukrainian statehood in the context of forming the National Pantheon

With Bandera, but without Yanukovych: how the National Pantheon is being formed and who will be on the first list

Politics 06/03/2026, 12:59

Ukraine has begun the reburial of liberation movement heroes at the NMCC. 🇺🇦 UGA commanders and other figures will be temporarily placed at the cemetery while the National Pantheon is being built. Melnyk and his wife were the first to return from Luxembourg. 🕯️

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Viktor Yanukovych at his desk in an office, illustrating the topic of Ukraine's national pantheon formation without his inclusion

With Bandera, but without Yanukovych: How Ukraine is shaping its National Pantheon

Politics 06/03/2026, 12:56

The Verkhovna Rada is preparing a bill on the National Pantheon based on the Portuguese model. The list of heroes is already there, but the rules exclude Yanukovych and require waiting 20 years after death. 🇺🇦🕯️

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Ukrainian soldier with a machine gun against a cloudy sky, ready to repel drone attacks

198 Drones in One Night: How Ukraine Repelled Russia's Mass Attack on June 3

Incidents 06/03/2026, 12:52

The night of June 3 passed under a barrage of attacks: Russia launched 198 drones at Ukraine. Air defense forces managed to shoot down 189 targets, but impacts were recorded at 7 locations. This is a continuation of the massive escalation started the previous day with a missile strike on Kyiv. 🚨🇺🇦

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Max Korzh and YAKTAK: Ukrainian artist YAKTAK explains why he stopped listening to Russian music after Max Korzh’s concert

YAKTAK on Max Korzh's Concert: 'Language is a Border'. Why the Ukrainian Artist No Longer Listens to Russian Music

Culture 06/03/2026, 12:42

Ukrainian singer YAKTAK responded harshly to the topic of Max Korzh's concerts with Ukrainians in the audience: 'Language is a border'. The artist admitted that he listened to Russian music before the war, but now cannot do so due to genocide. Read details about the scandals at the concert in Bucharest and the artist's position 👇🇺🇦

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Latvian official discusses trade blockade with Russia and exceptions for pharmaceuticals

Trade blockade with Russia: Latvia prepares to sever all ties but leaves a loophole for pharmaceuticals

Politics 06/03/2026, 12:46

🚫 Latvia is preparing to completely sever trade ties with Russia. Prime Minister Kučs has tasked the Foreign Ministry with finding a solution, but has left a loophole for the pharmaceutical industry. 🇪🇺 Coordination with the EU is inevitable.

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Students with textbooks walking on campus of a modern university in Lviv, symbolizing the leadership of Lviv universities in the 2025 ranking

Scientific Capital of the West: Lviv Universities Top the 2025 Ranking

Science 06/03/2026, 12:49

Lviv universities have once again proven their superiority: three of the city's institutions topped the ranking of the best universities in western Ukraine for 2025. Experts evaluated scientific achievements and applicant scores. 🎓🇺🇦

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Russian soldiers marching with military trucks in the background, illustrating the theme of war instead of a diploma

War instead of a diploma: how the Kremlin is changing the education system to replenish the ranks of the army

Politics 06/03/2026, 12:39

🇷🇺 Russia is cutting university places in "unnecessary" specialties, but giving benefits to families of fallen soldiers. Experts: education has become a recruitment tool. 🎓⚔️ #Russia #Education #War

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Baptism of a child in church: priest conducts the sacrament, godparents hold candles next to the infant

Godparents: Selection Rules, Restrictions, and Responsibility According to the PCU

Culture 06/03/2026, 12:35

The PCU explained how to correctly choose godparents for a child: it is not just a formality, but a lifelong responsibility. Who can be a godparent and who cannot, and how many there should be — read in our material 🕯️👶 #PCU #baptism #godparents

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Street vendor under a red umbrella during a downpour in Ukraine, illustrating sudden cooling and rainy weather on June 3

Cooling and wind: how the weather will change in Ukraine on June 3

Incidents 06/03/2026, 12:32

On Wednesday, June 3, Ukraine will be hit by a cooling spell: temperatures in central regions will drop to +17°C, while Kyiv expects rain and strong winds. Meteorologists advise dressing warmer, although summer weather up to +26°C will persist in the west and south of the country. 🌧️🌬️

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Warsaw skyline featuring the Palace of Culture and Science against modern skyscrapers, illustrating the contrast in housing prices between Poland and Ukraine

Housing in Ukraine is three times cheaper than in Poland: how war and security shape the real estate market

Economy 06/03/2026, 12:28

Housing in Ukraine is three times cheaper than in Poland: the average price of a 30–40 m² apartment is $39,000 vs $124,000 in Poland. At the same time, demand for small housing in Ukraine is 23% higher, and prices depend directly on proximity to the front line. 🏠📉

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken amid discussions of new sanctions against Iran, including crypto exchanges and citizens

New blow to Iran's economy: US expands sanctions to crypto exchanges and citizens

Politics 06/03/2026, 12:24

The US has expanded sanctions against Iran, adding four crypto exchanges and citizens to the list. Previously, oil tankers and companies in Hong Kong were targeted. Tehran is seeking a temporary deal to relieve economic pressure 📉🛑

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Massive fire at oil terminal in St. Petersburg port: thick black smoke rises above tanks after drone attack

Massive Fire in St. Petersburg Port: Drone Attack on Oil Terminal and Regional Consequences

Incidents 06/03/2026, 12:21

🔥 A massive fire broke out in the St. Petersburg port after a drone attack on an oil terminal. Explosions continued until morning, and the fire engulfed oil tanks. The governor reported 30 shot-down UAVs but did not comment on the fire. #StPetersburg #Fire #Drones #OilTerminal

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Hungarian Foreign Minister at press conference with Hungarian flag in background, amid mass resignations at MFA

Mass Resignations at the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs: New Government Begins 'Purge' of Diplomatic Corps

Politics 06/03/2026, 12:17

The new Hungarian government has launched a major reform at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 45 officials who worked with former minister Szijjártó have been offered dismissal. 🇭🇺👔 The official Budapest calls this "humane treatment" and a step towards restoring allies' trust. 🤝📉

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in office with Ukrainian flag in background, preparing for G7 summit with focus on air defense and military diplomacy

Zelenskyy at the G7 Summit: Betting on Air Defense and Military Diplomacy

Politics 06/03/2026, 12:14

🇺🇦 Zelenskyy confirms attendance at the G7 summit in France! Will discuss air defense, military diplomacy, and support from Western partners. 🌍⚡️ #Ukraine #G7 #AirDefense

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Outdoor thermometer showing high temperature, symbolizing the threat of record heat due to Super El Niño warned by the UN

Super El Niño: UN warns of global threat of record heat and floods

Science 06/03/2026, 12:11

The UN has warned of a global threat: there is a 90% probability that a powerful El Niño phenomenon will occur by November. 🌍🔥 This will lead to record temperatures, droughts in Asia, and floods in Africa, creating a serious shortage of food and energy.

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US soldier with Polish flag patch on vest against American flag backdrop — symbol of US presence in Strait of Hormuz before June 3 incident

Exchange of Strikes on the Night of June 3: How Iran and the US Violated the Ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 06/03/2026, 03:58

🚨 On the night of June 3, Iran and the US exchanged strikes despite the ceasefire. Missiles flew towards Kuwait and Bahrain, and both sides accused each other of aggression. 🌍⚔️

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Missiles on a launch system of a Russian drone system, demonstrating the growth in drone production

Politics 06/03/2026, 03:50

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Russian EMERCOM firefighter extinguishing fire in smoke after night attack on Moscow

Strike on 'Progress' and Mass Attack on Moscow: What is Known About the Night Flights

Incidents 06/03/2026, 02:54

In the night of today, a wave of drone attacks swept across Russia. The 'Progress' plant in Michurinsk came under attack, where a fire occurred, and Moscow's air defense shot down dozens of drones. 🚨🚁

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