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Donald Trump in a formal suit with the US flag in the background, symbolizing the decision to halt strikes on Iran and the agreement on a peace deal.

Trump Halts Strikes on Iran: US and Tehran Agree on Peace Deal Text

Politics 06/12/2026, 12:40

🔥 Trump halts strikes on Iran: US and Tehran agree on peace deal text. The document provides for the lifting of sanctions, the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran's renunciation of nuclear weapons. The signing could take place as early as this weekend in Geneva, but Israel was left out of the negotiations. 🇺🇸🇮🇷🕊️

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Ukrainian soldier servicing an anti-aircraft machine gun on a pickup truck at sunset, amid large-scale drone attack

Massive drone attack: Russia strikes Ukraine with 117 UAVs, hits confirmed

Politics 06/12/2026, 12:37

🚨 On the night of June 12, Russia attacked Ukraine with 117 drones. Air defense shot down 102 targets, but hits were recorded in 7 locations. The Armed Forces of Ukraine warn: the threat persists! 🛑🇺🇦

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Voters casting ballots in the US, illustrating the theme of interference in political processes

Shadow over the elections: Israeli BlackCore accused of interfering in the politics of France, the US, and Scotland

Politics 06/12/2026, 12:19

The French agency Viginum has accused the Israeli firm BlackCore of interfering in elections in France, Scotland, and New York 🇺🇸🇫🇷. Suspicions involve attacks on politicians supporting Palestine and attempts to shape narratives. The scandal is unfolding against the backdrop of deteriorating relations between the US and Israel 🇮🇱📉.

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Russian military personnel in winter uniforms standing in formation, illustrating the theme of intelligence failure and secrets leaked via Telegram

Intelligence Failure: How Russian Military Leaked Secrets into an Open Telegram Chat for a Year

Politics 06/12/2026, 12:12

Russian soldiers from the 143rd Regiment leaked secret documents and passwords into an open Telegram chat for over a year. Assault plans, Starlink data, and orders from the 5th Army headquarters leaked online. This intelligence failure exposed the real losses and supply problems of the Russian army. 🇷🇺📱🚫

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Ukrainian passport on official documents — symbol of dual citizenship and the requirement to declare renunciation of foreign passport by July 16, 2026

Dual Citizenship in Ukraine: Who Can Submit a Declaration of Renunciation of Foreign Passport by July 16, 2026

Politics 06/12/2026, 12:02

⚠️ Foreigners with a Ukrainian passport: you have until July 16, 2026, to submit a declaration renouncing foreign citizenship! 🇺🇦 Who falls under this rule—and what happens if you miss the deadline? #citizenship #Ukraine #passport

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Dan Jarvis, new UK Defence Secretary, in a business suit against the backdrop of the British flag

Dan Jarvis — New UK Defence Secretary: Veteran and Politician Takes the Helm

Politics 06/12/2026, 11:58

Keir Starmer has appointed Dan Jarvis as the new UK Defence Secretary. 🇬🇧 The Parachute Regiment veteran replaces John Healey, who resigned over army funding disputes. 🪖 The Prime Minister promises record defence spending and enhanced national security.

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Polish buses at a station in Warsaw, ready for dispatch to Vinnytsia as part of a humanitarian initiative

Buses for Vinnytsia: How Polish Activists Are Bypassing a Political Deadlock

Politics 06/12/2026, 05:57

🚌 Polish activists have launched a fundraiser for buses for Vinnytsia, bypassing a political scandal. 150k zlotys have already been raised out of 500k — if the equipment cannot be transferred, the money will go to defense against attacks. 🇵🇱❤️🇺🇦

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IAEA Director Rafael Grossi makes a statement amid escalation over Iran's nuclear program

IAEA Board Vote: Iran Urged to Report on Uranium Amid Escalation

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:59

The IAEA Board demanded an urgent report from Iran on uranium amid conflict escalation. The US and allies voted for the resolution, while Russia and China voted against. Experts fear Iran has hidden stockpiles sufficient for 10 nuclear warheads. 🇮🇷⚛️🌍

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Missiles on a launch system, illustrating the military theme and drone production mentioned in the removed advertisement of the 'Alabuga' factory.

YouTube removed 'Alabuga' factory ads: how Ukraine achieved the blocking of content about drone production and teenage recruitment

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:45

YouTube removed 'Alabuga' factory ads after dialogue with Ukraine 🇺🇦📺. The factory assembles Shahed drones and recruits teenagers — MFA demands action from all platforms 🚨🔥 #Ukraine #YouTube #Alabuga #Drones #Recruitment

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John Gilly, British politician, resigns due to conflict over army funding, in front of the British flag

Shock in the British Government: John Giley Resigns Amid Army Funding Dispute

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:42

Shock in the British government: Defence Secretary John Giley has resigned due to a conflict with the Treasury over army funding. Prime Minister Keir Starmer must choose a successor from four candidates, including war veteran El Carns. The decision will determine Britain's future defense course. 🇬🇧🛑

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NATO General Grinkevich in military uniform against an official backdrop, discussing the threat of war with the Baltics

NATO General Grinkevich: Russia Will Not Dare to Wage War Against the Baltics, as It Understands the Inevitability of Defeat

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:35

NATO General Alexus Grinkevich stated that Russia will not dare to aggress against the Baltic states, as it understands the inevitability of defeat by the Alliance. Despite US plans to reduce the contingent and drone incidents in Romania, NATO command assures its readiness to fight "right today". 🇪🇺🇷🇺🛡️

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US Senate session discussing aid to Ukraine and renaming the Pentagon to the Department of War

US Senate Votes for $750 Million Aid to Ukraine and Renaming the Pentagon to the Department of War

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:23

The US Senate voted for $750 million in aid to Ukraine and renaming the Pentagon to the Department of War. The bill prohibits recognizing Russian territorial claims and obliges the US to provide intelligence to Kyiv. Democrats oppose the renaming, but the document continues its path through Congress. 🇺🇸🇺🇦💣

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Artemy Lebedev in a suit stands in front of bookshelves in his Kyiv apartment, discussing its fate

Artemy Lebedev's Apartment in Central Kyiv: From a 'Frozen' Interior to an Auction for the Restoration of the Country

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:20

🏛 Artemy Lebedev's apartment in central Kyiv will go under the hammer on June 30, 2026. Starting price — 10.5 million UAH. All funds will go to the restoration of Ukraine. 🇺🇦 #Lebedev #Auction #Kyiv

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Donald Trump at the desk in the Oval Office, ready to sign an agreement with Iran

Deal with Iran on the Home Stretch: Trump Announces Signing in Europe

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:16

Donald Trump stated that the agreement with Iran is ready to be signed this weekend in Europe. The president himself will not appear at the ceremony, but he will be represented by Vice President JD Vance. 🇺🇸🤝🇮🇷

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TCO and law enforcement officers detaining citizens on a city street in Kyiv — illustration for article on mobilization violations

Death after detention: Ukraine's Ombudsman demands answers for lack of autopsy and violations at TCCs

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:07

Ukraine's Ombudsman Dmytro Lubyntsiy has initiated an investigation into the death of a man with rib fractures, whose body was released to his family without an autopsy. The Prosecutor's Office has opened cases against the police, TCCs, and medical staff. Over 3,000 complaints regarding mobilization violations were received in the first 5 months of 2026. ⚖️🚨

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Flamingo missile in flight: production to be launched by German Diehl Defence

German Diehl Defence Ready to Launch Production of Ukrainian 'Flamingo' Missile in Germany

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:03

German Diehl Defence is ready to produce the Ukrainian 'Flamingo' missile in Germany. This decision is a response to the cancellation of Tomahawk deployment and the critical shortage of ammunition in Europe. 🚀🇩🇪🇺🇦

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Powerful explosion in Armenian: destruction of the bridge blocks Crimea's supply

Logistics Paralysis: How Ukrainian Forces Destroyed the Last Bridge in Arмянsk and Blocked Supply Lines to Crimea

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:59

Ukrainian forces destroyed the last intact bridge in Arмянsk, which ensured logistics with Crimea. Up to 50 trucks with ammunition were destroyed in the impact zone. The operation became possible thanks to the work of the multi-domain center "Phalanx" and the use of drones with artificial intelligence. 🇺🇦💥🚛

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Surface-to-air missile in a launch container, illustrating the topic of air defense system shortages and the search for alternatives

PAC-3 Shortage and the Ukrainian Response: Lockheed Martin Warns of Delays as Fire Point Tests an Alternative

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:56

Lockheed Martin has warned of delays in PAC-3 missile deliveries for Patriot systems, which are critical for Ukraine. Amidst the shortage of American weaponry, the Ukrainian company Fire Point has successfully tested the FP-7.x missile, which could become the foundation for a new European shield, Freya. 🚀🛡️

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