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Teacher in a traditional Ukrainian vyshyvanka showing work to students in a classroom, illustrating the implementation of new educational standards and preparation for school profiling in Ukraine.

Education Reform in Ukraine: Preparation for Subject Specialization from 2027 and New Inclusion Standards

Politics 08/08/2026, 08:31
🇺🇦 The Cabinet of Ministers has approved changes to state education standards. Key innovations include: preparation for subject-specialized learning from 2027, introduction of a Ukrainian studies component for children abroad and in occupied territories, and a change in terminology in inclusion — from diagnosis to functional difficulties. Also, the number of hours for history and civic education in grades 7–9 has been increased. 📚📝
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Pentagon logo against the backdrop of the American flag: dismissal of the general responsible for Ukraine support and NATO flank

Pentagon removes general responsible for Ukraine support and NATO flank: causes and consequences

Politics 08/08/2026, 07:31
🇺🇸 The Pentagon has prematurely removed General Charles Costanza, who was responsible for Ukraine support and the NATO flank. The removal occurred 2 months before the end of his term. Temporary command was assumed by Brigadier General John Mountford. The successor will be Thomas Felty. The reasons for the removal are unclear: some sources say it is politically neutral, while others link it to the reduction of the US presence in Europe. 🇵🇱 In Poland, the deployment of an armored brigade has already been canceled, but Trump has promised 5,000 troops. 🇺🇦 The impact on aid to Ukraine and NATO trust is in question. #Pentagon #Ukraine #NATO #USA
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Ursula von der Leyen in front of EU flag: backing Graham bill and tightening sanctions against Russia

Von der Leyen backs Graham bill: EU and US join forces for total economic strangulation of Russia

Politics 08/08/2026, 06:20
🇪🇺 Ursula von der Leyen welcomed the U.S. Senate's adoption of the Graham bill on new sanctions against Russia. 🇺🇸 🔹 The Senate voted 86 to 11. 🔹 The U.S. will have the right to impose tariffs of up to 100% on goods from countries buying Russian oil. 🔹 The EU and U.S. synchronized efforts: EU's 21st sanctions package + Graham bill. 🎯 Goal: Block all sources of Kremlin income, including the "shadow fleet" and energy exports. #Sanctions #Russia #EU #USA #War #Economy
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Donald Trump giving a speech, pointing, in the context of the plan to replace the Cuban government and CIA operations

Operation 'Cuba': The Trump Administration Seeks to Replace Havana's Government and Prepares Secret CIA Operations

Politics 08/08/2026, 05:26
🇺🇸 The Trump administration is looking for a replacement for the Cuban government and is preparing secret CIA operations. In Havana, a scenario of a change of power on the model of Venezuela is being considered. On the island — an energy collapse due to an oil blockade, and Cuba is buying drones to protect itself from the US. 🚨📉
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Soldier in German Flecktarn camouflage uniform with German flag on sleeve operating a machine gun on armored vehicle

German gear on the front line: how Bundeswehr equipment is changing the lives of Ukrainian soldiers

Politics 08/08/2026, 04:14
🇺🇦🇩🇪 Ukrainian soldiers have begun to massively use new German uniforms produced by Hexonia. This is part of the KBS SK system being implemented in the Bundeswehr. Soldiers praise the quality and convenience, but note that body armor arrives less frequently. 🔹 NATO allocated €70 billion to Ukraine in 2026. 🔹 Germany is updating protection under the MOBAST system. #Ukraine #Bundeswehr #Equipment #MilitaryAid
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Russian soldiers in camouflage uniforms with rifles against an industrial backdrop, symbolizing Russia's presence in South Ossetia on the 18th anniversary of the Georgia war

On the 18th Anniversary of the War in Georgia: The West Warns Russia of Consequences of Annexing South Ossetia

Politics 08/08/2026, 00:56
🚨 On the 18th anniversary of the war in Georgia, the UK, France, Germany, and Italy issued a stern statement. The West warned Russia of the consequences of annexing South Ossetia following the signing of a new agreement in May 2026. 🇬🇧🇫🇷🇩🇪🇮🇹 📉 The situation escalated after the appointment of a Russian citizen as the head of the region and the militarization of the territories. Allies recalled the ECHR ruling from October 2025, which found Russia guilty of crimes. 🌍 The Republic of Nauru withdrew recognition of separatist entities. The West called on Moscow to fulfill international obligations and cease violations of Georgia's sovereignty.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at a laptop, reflecting on declining trust ratings in August 2026

Trust ratings in August 2026: Zaluzhny at peak, Zelensky loses ground, 70% of Ukrainians unaware of new PM

Politics 08/08/2026, 00:27
📊 **Trust ratings in Ukraine (August 2026): Zaluzhny — leader, Zelensky — in a rift, 70% of citizens unaware of the new PM.** According to the "Rating" group: 🏆 **Valeriy Zaluzhny** (68% trust) — absolute leader. 📉 **Volodymyr Zelensky** (55% trust, 40% distrust) — rating falling amidst protests. 📈 **Mykhailo Fedorov** — sharp rating spike from 35% to 58% in a month. 🆕 **Mykhailo Drapaty** (General) — 56% trust, but 23% are unaware of him. ❓ **Serhiy Koretsky** (PM) — 70% of Ukrainians "haven't heard" of him. #Ukraine #Politics #Poll #Zaluzhny #Zelensky
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