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Marco Rubio speaks about the cancellation of exemptions for Russian oil

Rubio: Exceptions for Russian oil will be lifted as soon as possible

Politics 06/02/2026, 21:37

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed Washington's desire to lift temporary exemptions for Russian oil as soon as possible. 🇺🇸🛢️ According to the politician, sanctions remain a long-term strategy, and concessions were introduced only to stabilize the market. Kyiv previously warned that easing the regime would only strengthen the military potential of the RF. 🇺🇦⚠️

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Ukrainian soldiers in field conditions with weapons, illustrating the theme of delayed demobilization after the war

A Year of Silence: Why Demobilization in Ukraine May Begin Only 12 Months After the War Ends

Politics 06/02/2026, 21:23

The Commander of the National Guard of Ukraine, Alexander Pivnenko, stated that demobilization may not begin immediately after the war, but rather after a one-year adaptation period. The General admitted that soldiers currently spend up to six months on the frontline, while voluntary recruitment accounts for only 30%. 🇺🇦🛑

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Vladimir Putin in deep thought: political calculation or military necessity behind intensified strikes on Kyiv?

Political calculation or military necessity: why Moscow has intensified strikes on Kyiv

Politics 06/02/2026, 21:19

European officials believe that the intensification of Russian strikes on Kyiv is a political move to pressure negotiators. 🇪🇺🇷🇺 Experts warn of new attacks on the defense sector and civilian infrastructure. On the night of June 2, destruction and casualties were already recorded. 🚨🏙️

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Ukrainian passport against the EU flag: new rules for refugees after 2027

New rules for Ukrainian refugees in the EU: what will change after 2027 and who it will affect

Politics 06/02/2026, 21:06

The EU plans to extend temporary protection for Ukrainians after 2027 but is considering restrictions for new men of conscription age. The current 1.5 million male refugees will retain their status. 🇺🇦🇪🇺

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European Commission building in Brussels with EU flags in the background, symbolizing a breakthrough in Ukraine's negotiations with the EU after Hungary lifts its veto

Breakthrough in Brussels: Hungary Ready to Lift Veto on Ukraine-EU Negotiations

Politics 06/02/2026, 21:01

A breakthrough is expected in Brussels: Hungary is ready to lift its veto on Ukraine-EU negotiations. 🇪🇺🇺🇦 The decision could be made as early as June 15 in Luxembourg following a compromise on minority rights. Ukraine could complete the main stages of negotiations in 1.5 years. 🚀

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President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy against a blurred landscape, discussing new documents about Russia's plans to isolate Ukraine

Zelensky Reveals Russia's Plans: New Documents Confirm Strategy to Isolate Ukraine

Politics 06/02/2026, 20:53

🇺🇦 Zelensky reveals new intelligence data: Russia has set a goal to sever Ukraine's ties with partners in the Middle East and the South Caucasus. 📉 The Kremlin fears the expansion of Kyiv's sovereignty and is trying to isolate the country. ⚠️ The President warned of a possible new mobilization in the RF and called for not weakening sanctions.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in an official setting against the Ukrainian flag, discussing Russia's plans to strike Ukrainian missile factories

Zelenskyy Reveals Russia's Plans to Strike Ukrainian Missile Factories and New Intelligence Data

Politics 06/02/2026, 20:50

Zelenskyy reveals intelligence data: Russia plans strikes on Ukrainian missile factories, viewing their production as a strategic threat. 🚀 Ukraine is already preparing countermeasures together with partners. ⚔️

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Person filling out an electronic employee reservation form on the Diia portal — illustrating Ministry of Economy’s clarification that worker consent is not required

Politics 06/02/2026, 20:08

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Young people on Bolt electric scooters ride past a graffiti mural urging 'Stop The War Now!' in Kyiv, illustrating the relevance of new micromobility regulations amid stricter liability rules

New rules for electric scooters: The Verkhovna Rada tightens liability and introduces fines

Politics 06/02/2026, 19:53

The Verkhovna Rada has registered a law on the legalization of electric scooters and unicycles. 🛴 Drivers face liability: from fines to actual prison terms for fatal accidents. 🚫

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Slovak President Zuzana Čaputová and a military official at an official reception with the Slovak flag

«War Within Borders»: Slovak President Explains Why Ukraine’s EU Accession Is Currently Impossible

Politics 06/02/2026, 19:32

Slovak President Peter Pellegrini stated that Ukraine’s accession to the EU is impossible while the war continues. He believes that the diplomatic resolution of the conflict is the main condition for integration and opposes any exceptions to the enlargement rules for Kyiv. 🇸🇰🇺🇦

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Flag of Romania against a port backdrop, symbolizing potential unification with Moldova

Plan B for Moldova: Chisinau voices reunification scenario with Romania for the first time

Politics 06/02/2026, 19:24

Moldovan authorities have officially voiced "Plan B" for the first time: a scenario of reunification with Romania. Deputy Prime Minister Eugen Oscorcescu stated that this option will be considered if the country's European integration stalls after 2028. 🇲🇩🇷🇴

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Man opens gate for evacuation van with 'EVACUATION' text in Kharkiv region village

Risk Zone Expands: Mandatory Evacuation Declared for Seven New Villages in Kharkiv Region

Politics 06/02/2026, 19:20

Authorities in the Kharkiv region have expanded the mandatory evacuation zone: more than 7,000 people must be evacuated from seven villages in the Bohodukhiv district. The decision was made against the backdrop of rising threats and attacks on infrastructure. 🚨🚌

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Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto at a press conference discussing the timing of a meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy

Madar named the dates of the meeting with Zelensky: Hungary is ready for a breakthrough in relations

Politics 06/02/2026, 19:00

Peter Madar named the dates for the meeting with Zelensky: the summit is possible as early as next week! 🇺🇦🇭🇺 Progress in negotiations on minority rights allows the parties to move towards a breakthrough. Ukraine and Hungary are working on a constructive approach to launch a new stage of relations.

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Ukrainian refugees with suitcases and children near a bus in Poland amid debate over special regime cancellation

Poland Against the 'Special Regime': Warsaw Demands Review of Status for Ukrainian Men in the EU

Politics 06/02/2026, 18:52

Poland is demanding a review of temporary protection rules in the EU, advocating for the exclusion of men of conscription age from the 'special regime'. Brussels is discussing scenarios for transitioning to national residence permits and changing rules for new applicants as early as after 2027. 🇪🇺🇺🇦

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People with umbrellas walking on a rainy street in Ukraine on June 3, illustrating the forecast for rain in Right-Bank regions

Weather in Ukraine on June 3: Cloudy, Moderately Warm, but Rain Possible on the Right Bank

Politics 06/02/2026, 18:45

🌧️ June 3 in Ukraine — moderately warm but cloudy. Rain possible on the Right Bank at night. In Kyiv — clearings, no precipitation. #weather #Ukraine #forecast

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Kyiv metro turned into a camp: people sleep in tents in station tunnels during a record night with 41,000 people

41,000 people in the subway: record night in Kyiv metro and new survival rules

Politics 06/02/2026, 18:29

Kyiv Metro set an anti-record: on the night of June 2, more than 41,000 people, including 4,500 children, took shelter in the subway. Due to the massive influx of passengers, the administration urged people not to set up tents and not to block evacuation routes. 🚇🚨

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Former advisor to Barack Obama reflecting on the 2014 events in Crimea and Ukraine

«Crimea caught us off guard»: Former Obama advisor reveals why the US did not enter the war for Ukraine in 2014

Politics 06/02/2026, 18:26

Former Obama advisor Ben Rhodes admitted that the US was ready to fight Russia for the Baltic states in 2014, but not for Ukraine. Intelligence was caught off guard by the annexation of Crimea, and Europe resisted tough sanctions. 🇺🇸🇷🇺🌍

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Friedrich Merz in front of the flags of Germany and the EU, discussing prospects and economic opportunities for 450 million consumers

Merz on the prospects of Germany and the EU: 'The best years are yet to come' and the argument about 450 million consumers

Politics 06/02/2026, 18:18

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, at an economic forum in East Germany, called for calm and stated that the country's best years are yet to come. 🇩🇪 As his main argument, he cited the numerical superiority of the EU market over the US: 450 million versus 350 million consumers. 📊

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