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Vladimir Putin in front of soldiers in green uniforms — visual illustration for article on Russia’s manpower crisis at the front

Manpower Crisis: Russia Fails to Replace Frontline Losses — Intelligence Data

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:31

Ukrainian intelligence has confirmed: Russia is failing to replace frontline losses despite continuous mobilization. 🇷🇺📉 Zelenskyy warned of Kremlin plans to conscript another 100,000 people and increase pressure in the north. 🇺🇦🛡️

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Ban on the 'Izmail Pushkin Society': Court liquidates organization that operated for 29 years

Opinions 06/01/2026, 20:28

The Odesa court banned the 'Izmail Pushkin Society', which had been operating for nearly 30 years. The SBU proved that under the guise of studying literature, the organization promoted pro-Russian ideas and threatened Ukraine's security. All assets of the society are being seized for the state. ⚖️📚

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Donald Trump in a blue suit with a serious expression against American flags, illustrating the team's fatigue from Ukraine negotiations

Trump's Dead End: Why the US President's Team is Tired of Ukraine Negotiations

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:26

Trump's team admits to being tired of endless negotiations over Ukraine. Moscow demands a permanent ambassador and stable dialogue, rejecting visits by special envoys. Trump has hit a dead end on the international stage. 🇺🇸🇷🇺📉

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Psychological Warfare: How Russia Uses Attack Delays Against Ukrainians

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:23

🇷🇺 Russia uses psychological pressure: showing readiness for attacks but delaying them. 🧠 Tactics to exhaust Ukrainian nerves. 🚨 After a record strike on Kyiv — new threats. Stay vigilant! 💪

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Workers seal a broken window at the maternity hospital in Akkerman after the raid on Children's Day

Childbirth in the basement, shattered windows: how the maternity hospital in Akkerman was attacked on Children's Day

Incidents 06/01/2026, 20:19

A Shahed drone struck the maternity hospital in Akkerman on Children's Day. Mothers and children managed to hide in the basement, where a girl was born at that moment. There are no casualties, but the building has sustained damage. 🏥💔👶

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Iranian military personnel in front of a map of Iran with missiles, symbolizing the proposal to the US for a temporary deal on nuclear issues

Iran offers the US a temporary deal: economic respite in exchange for freezing nuclear disputes

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:13

Iran offers the US a temporary deal to lift some sanctions but is not ready to make concessions on the nuclear program. Tehran seeks an economic respite amidst the crisis but maintains the threat of blocking the Strait of Hormuz. ⚖️🚢🇮🇷

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Brent crude oil price chart showing sharp rise to $100.886 amid Iran's threat to block Strait of Hormuz

Brent Crude Holds at $96: Iran Threatens US with Strait of Hormuz Blockade

Economy 06/01/2026, 20:10

Brent crude is trading in the range of $93–$96 against the backdrop of Iran's threat to block the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran has ceased diplomatic exchanges with the US, which caused a price spike of 5–7% in a day. Analysts from J.P. Morgan and the World Bank warn: further dynamics depend on the stability of supplies through the strait. ⚠️📉🛢️

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Vladimir Putin delivers a speech in front of the Russian coat of arms, discussing economic challenges and conditions for exiting the crisis.

Economy at the Brink: Business Outlines Conditions for Exiting the Crisis

Economy 06/01/2026, 20:07

Russian business warns of stagnation risks: the economy contracted by 0.2% in the first quarter, and the 2026 forecast has been lowered to 0.4%. Entrepreneurs insist: without ending the war and lifting sanctions, recovery is impossible. 📉🛑

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Iranian naval vessels in the Strait of Hormuz amid threats to block shipping

Iran Severs Diplomatic Channels with the US and Threatens to Block the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:05

Iran has severed diplomatic channels with the US and threatened to block the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli actions in Lebanon. Oil prices have surged amid news of renewed tensions. Tehran demands the withdrawal of troops from Lebanon, refusing further negotiations.

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Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukraine's GUR, confirms Kyiv's goal to end the war before winter

Budanov confirms: Kyiv aims to end the war before winter

Politics 06/01/2026, 19:57

Kyrylo Budanov, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, confirmed that Kyiv's main goal is to cease hostilities before winter. The official called this task realistic and noted that the timelines may be linked to upcoming elections in the US and a surge in diplomacy 🇺🇸🇺🇦.

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Kyrylo Budanov, head of GUR, discusses the 'Oreshnik' missile and real threats to Ukraine

Budanov on 'Oreshnik': A show of force, not the main threat. What really worries Kyiv

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:02

Kyrylo Budanov stated that 'Oreshnik' is a demonstration, while the real threat lies with 'Iskanders' and S-400s. 🔥 Experts have found that the new missile may be extremely unreliable: every fourth launch attempt could end in failure. 🚀💥

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Representative of Ukrainian security forces at a press conference discussing Russia's increased weapon production and sanctions evasion

Punishment system and surge in orders: how Russia accelerates weapons production and bypasses sanctions

Politics 06/01/2026, 19:47

Russia has introduced a punishment system for defense plants for missing targets. Drone orders have surged from 12,000 to 100,000, and intervals between missile strikes have decreased threefold. 🚀🇷🇺🇺🇦

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Drone flying over a street lamp against a clear sky, illustrating the increase in drone attacks on Ukraine in May

Record Aggression: Russia Doubles Drone Attack Scale on Ukraine in May

Politics 06/01/2026, 19:50

Russia set an absolute record for drone attacks on Ukraine in May — 8,150 drones (+24% from last month). 🚁⚡️ Despite massive strikes, including ballistic missiles, Ukraine's air defense intercepted 91% of targets. 🛡️🇺🇦

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Family doctor in white coat with stethoscope pondering while holding tablet and pen, symbolizing search for solutions for patients during doctor’s absence

Family doctor is on vacation: what the patient should do and how to get help without re-signing the declaration

Health 06/01/2026, 19:54

Family doctor is on vacation? Don't panic! The declaration remains valid, and you can get help from another specialist at the same institution. Read how to get free medical care without re-signing documents. 🩺📄

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Kyrylo Budanov in an office with a pencil in hand, discussing war strategy and the position on Donbas

Budanov on the war: Zelensky wants to end hostilities before winter, but we will not give up the Donbas

Politics 06/01/2026, 19:36

Kyrylo Budanov stated that Ukraine is ready to end hostilities before winter, but will not give up the Donbas. 🇺🇦 He emphasized the need for a unified European position and refuted rumors of a deadlock in negotiations. 🤝

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Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukraine’s GUR, confirms visit of US envoys Whitkoff and Kushner to Kyiv

US Envoys in Kyiv: Budanov Confirms Whitkoff and Kushner Visit and Names Condition for Success

Politics 06/01/2026, 19:32

Kyrylo Budanov officially confirmed the imminent visit of American mediators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Kyiv 🇺🇸🇺🇦. The delegation plans to also visit Moscow to continue negotiations. Budanov emphasized: the result depends on the readiness of both sides for dialogue 🤝🌍

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Kyrylo Budanov, head of GUR MOU, in the context of negotiations with Russia on ceasefire

Budanov on negotiations with Russia: the process is not at a deadlock, but there will be no "ceasefire" on Trinity Sunday

Politics 06/01/2026, 19:29

Kyrylo Budanov stated that peace negotiations with Russia have not reached a deadlock, although there is a pause at the highest level. 🇺🇦🤝🇷🇺 The Head of the Office of the President refuted rumors of a ceasefire on Trinity Sunday, noting that work continues in a closed format and is confirmed by prisoner exchanges.

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Friedrich Merz, leader of the CDU, in front of the German and European flags, discussing Europe's strategy ahead of the NATO summit

Merz vs. Trump: Europe Unites Ahead of NATO Summit

Politics 06/01/2026, 19:14

Chancellor Merz is gathering European leaders in Berlin to develop a unified strategy in the face of challenges from the Trump administration. Against the backdrop of the threat of troop withdrawal from Germany and disagreements over Iran, allies are preparing to take full responsibility for the defense of the continent. 🇪🇺🇺🇸⚔️

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