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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in front of a screen, discussing the consequences of lifting sanctions on the Russian army and the global market.

Zelenskyy: Lifting sanctions is a direct contribution to the Russian army and a mistake for the global market

Politics 05/31/2026, 21:06

Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the lifting of sanctions on Russia direct aid to its army and a mistake for the global market. The President stated that Moscow perceives concessions as weakness and called for increased pressure, including long-range sanctions. 🇺🇦🚫🇷🇺

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Ukrainian soldier over 50 in camouflage uniform and helmet, participating in mobilization

Mobilization 50+: Where older men serve and how deferment works

Politics 05/31/2026, 21:03

Men 50+ are increasingly being called up to the army — but not to the front line. Where do they serve, how to get a deferment, and what will change in June? We break down the facts without emotion. 🇺🇦📋

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Rows of military boots of Russian conscripts, illustrating the theme of conscription and denial of asylum in Germany

Russian military conscription does not grant asylum rights in Germany: court ruling and opposition reaction

Politics 05/31/2026, 20:59

The Higher Administrative Court of Berlin ruled: the mere fact of conscription into the Russian army does not grant a Russian citizen the right to asylum in Germany. The opposition criticizes the ruling, demanding protection from the "war machine," but the migration office refuses automatic subsidiary protection. 🇩🇪🇷🇺⚖️

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Senior citizen consulting with a PFRU employee about pension recalculation in Ukraine

Pension Recalculation in Ukraine: Who Will Receive More and How It Will Happen Automatically

Economy 05/31/2026, 20:55

🇺🇦 Automatic pension recalculation is starting in Ukraine using a new formula — without applications! 💰 The amount of the increase depends on seniority and official salary. Who will receive more — read in the article. #pensions #ukraine #pfu

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Red traffic light against a backdrop of heavy car traffic: symbol of stricter road control in Ukraine starting June 1, 2026

Drivers, attention: from June 1, 2026, road control in Ukraine will be tightened

Incidents 05/31/2026, 20:52

From June 1, 2026, rules for drivers in Ukraine will be tightened: mandatory technical inspections for taxis are introduced, fines for tinting can lead to vehicle seizure, and the network of cameras is expanding. 🚦💸

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Vitaly Kim in a business suit in front of the 'Freedom' monument and St. Sophia's Cathedral in Kyiv

Vitaliy Kim Congratulates Kyiv on City Day and Addresses Rumors About an Embassy Appointment

Politics 05/31/2026, 20:49

Vitaliy Kim, Head of the Mykolaiv RMA, congratulated Kyiv on City Day, making a sharp statement directed at Russians. 🇺🇦 Amid rumors of an ambassadorial appointment, the official commented on his career. Read the details in the article. 📸

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Military trucks transporting the Orekhnik missile system in the forest on Belarusian territory

Orkeshnik Missile System in Belarus: Investigation Details on the Transfer of a Train from the Kapustin Yar Range

Politics 05/31/2026, 20:46

🚨 The "Orkeshnik" missile system has been deployed at an abandoned airbase in Belarus — a train arrived from Russia in December 2025. 🛰️ Satellites confirm: equipment remains in place, the military contingent has not left the facility. #Belarus #Orkeshnik #KapustinYar

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Andrey Belousov against the backdrop of the Kremlin: Putin's aide on Europe's influence on Kyiv and agreements with Trump

Putin's Aide: Europe is giving Kyiv 'stubbornness' and hindering the implementation of agreements with Trump

Politics 05/31/2026, 20:43

Putin's aide Yuri Ushakov stated that European support is giving Kyiv "stubbornness" and hindering the implementation of agreements with Donald Trump. The official clarified that the discussion concerns "understandings" reached in Alaska, but their implementation is complicated by the reaction of the Ukrainian side. Zelenskyy, in turn, believes that the parties are talking about different things, and the "spirit of Anchorage" remains a mystery for Kyiv. 🇷🇺🇺🇦🇪🇺

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Fire and smoke at Zaporizhzhia NPP: aftermath of Ukrainian drone strike on reactor wall

Ukrainian drone hits Zaporizhzhia NPP unit wall: Russia's version and Kyiv's denial

Politics 05/31/2026, 20:39

🚨 Ukrainian drone hits Zaporizhzhia NPP unit wall — so claim Russian authorities. Kyiv denies it, calling it "nuclear blackmail." IAEA requested access for inspection. 🔍⚡️

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Ukrainian soldiers in the forest against the backdrop of autumn leaves, preparing for battle on the Pokrovsk direction

302 clashes in 24 hours: Ukrainian General Staff reports critical situation on Pokrovsk and Huliaipole axes

Politics 05/31/2026, 20:35

The Ukrainian General Staff reported 302 clashes in 24 hours: peak tension on the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole axes, where 92 assaults were repelled. 🇺🇦🔥 The enemy is using aviation and MLRS in the north, but Ukrainian defenders are holding the lines. 🛡️

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Ukraine national team in yellow and blue jerseys with the flag before the match against Poland, where Yarmolenko approached Shevchenko's record

Ukraine — Poland 2:0: How Maldera Started His Work and Yarmolenko Approached Shevchenko

Sports 05/31/2026, 20:32

The Ukraine national team under Andrea Maldera defeated Poland (2:0) in a friendly match! 🇺🇦⚽ Roman Yaremchuk opened the scoring, and Andriy Yarmolenko scored his 47th goal for the national team, approaching Shevchenko's record. Georgiy Trubin made key saves, and the Ukrainians won thanks to a spectacular finish to the first half. 🔵🟡

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Ukrainian Special Operations Forces soldier prepares a drone for launch to strike Russian logistics in Donbas and Crimea

Strike deep in the rear: how Ukraine's UAV forces destroyed Russia's logistics in Donbas and Crimea

Politics 05/31/2026, 20:21

Ukraine's UAV Forces launched a series of powerful strikes against the Russian rear in Donbas and Crimea. 🚀 Operators of the 413rd "Raid" Regiment and the 412nd "Nemesis" Brigade destroyed logistics hubs, blocked transport arteries, and hit oil infrastructure objects. As a result of the attack at a depth of up to 100 km from the front, more than 20 military objects were destroyed. 🇺🇦🔥

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at a meeting discussing Russia's use of drones to pressure NATO

Zelensky: Russia is using drones to pressure NATO and test the Alliance's reaction

Politics 05/31/2026, 19:49

🚨 Zelensky stated that Russia is using drones to pressure NATO and test the Alliance's reaction. 🇺🇦 Ukraine intercepts drones even if they are flying towards Romania, Moldova, Poland, or the Baltic states. 🛡️ The President called for a stronger response from the united NATO. #Ukraine #NATO #Drones

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Zaporizhzhia NPP seen from water: IAEA inspectors confirm strike, radiation normal, staff hiding under fire

IAEA inspectors at ZNPP: confirmation of the strike, radiation levels normal, and orders to take cover under fire

Politics 05/31/2026, 19:19

IAEA inspectors at ZNPP recorded traces of a drone strike and burnt optical fiber. Experts worked under the sound of gunfire but confirmed normal radiation levels. Ukraine refuted Russian fake news about the strike on the plant, pointing out the lack of drones with such a range of action in the Ukrainian Armed Forces. ☢️🚁

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Police investigate at the scene of an SUV accident that fell off a bridge into a river in Mykolaiv region

Tragedy in Mykolaiv region: SUV with children fell off a bridge into a river, criminal case opened

Incidents 05/31/2026, 18:55

🚨 SUV with children fell off a bridge into a river in Mykolaiv region. Five minors and two adults were inside; all have been hospitalized. Police have opened a criminal case against the 19-year-old driver. 🚓🚑

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People with umbrellas walk along a wet park alley on a rainy day, illustrating the weather forecast for the first week of June in Ukraine

Rainy start of summer: weather forecast for the first week of June in Ukraine

Politics 05/31/2026, 18:50

Summer in Ukraine will start with warmth, but the first week of June will be rainy 🌧️. Rain with thunderstorms is expected in the western and eastern regions, and Friday will be the warmest day. Meteorologists have already published the forecast for the entire month 🌤️

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Conflict in Kharkiv park: fountain and Ukrainian flag amidst dispute over 'Barbarikov' music

Politics vs. Music: Conflict in a Kharkiv Park over 'Barbariki'

Incidents 05/31/2026, 18:40

A conflict occurred in Kharkiv over Russian music in Victory Park. A local resident called the police on teenagers listening to 'Barbariki', accusing them of breaking the law. The incident showed how ideological struggle penetrates daily life, creating tension in society. 🚓🎵🚫

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Model of Russian satellite project 'Bureau 1440' for low-orbit internet with solar panels and gold thermal insulation

Project 'Bureau 1440': Russia Deploys First Phase of Low-Earth Orbit Satellite Internet

Technology 05/31/2026, 18:35

Russia has deployed the first phase of the 'Bureau 1440' satellite internet: 16 'Rassvet' units are already in orbit. Experts assess the prospects of the system and its military potential. 🛰️📡

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