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Zelenskyy sets hard deadline: Ukraine aims to end the war before winter 2026

Politics 08/03/2026, 13:37

Zelenskyy named the deadline for the end of the war: Ukraine will do everything to win before winter 2026. The President explained the strategy of pressure on the RF and urged ambassadors to activate the diplomatic track. 🇺🇦🤝🌍

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Rustem Umerov to Head Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service: Zelenskyy Confirms Appointment at Ambassador Meeting

Politics 08/03/2026, 13:29

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the appointment of Rustem Umerov as the head of Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service 🇺🇦🕵️‍♂️. The NSDC Secretary will retain current powers but will gain expanded opportunities for negotiations with partners and coordination of defense issues. 🌍🤝

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Strikes on Crimea and the Border: How the Night Operation of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Hits Russian Logistics and Budget

Politics 08/03/2026, 12:52

Ukraine struck military facilities in Crimea and border regions of the Russian Federation. The Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to attack Wildberries logistics, causing damage amounting to hundreds of billions of rubles. 🇺🇦🚀💸

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40 Days of Strikes: How the SBU Hit Russian Infrastructure and Detained Saboteurs in Odesa

Politics 08/03/2026, 12:47

The SBU conducted a powerful 40-day operation striking Russia's MIC and energy sector, including an attack on an oil refinery 1,600 km from the border. Simultaneously, Zelenskyy implemented personnel changes within the agency, while saboteurs who orchestrated a terrorist attack were detained in Odesa. 🇺🇦💥🛑

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$76 Billion for the Submarine Fleet: Pentagon Signs Historic Contracts for 14 New Submarines

Politics 08/03/2026, 12:40

The Pentagon will spend $76 billion to upgrade the submarine fleet. 🇺🇸🚢 As part of historic contracts, 14 new nuclear submarines of the Columbia and Virginia classes will be built. This will be a key step in replacing aging submarines and strengthening nuclear deterrence. 🚀🌊

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Rustem Umerov Leaves the NSDC: New Head of the Foreign Intelligence Service and Rumors of the US Embassy

Politics 08/03/2026, 12:36

Rustem Umerov may leave the post of NSDC Secretary and head the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine. Sources call this decision logical for coordinating the anti-ballistic coalition. At the same time, the option of appointing the politician as Ambassador to the USA is not ruled out 🇺🇸🇺🇦

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Ballistic Terror: Why Russia Changed Its Attack Tactics on Kyiv

Politics 08/03/2026, 12:07

Russia has changed its attack tactics on Kyiv, switching to mass ballistic strikes due to a shortage of Patriot ammunition in Ukraine. The enemy is adopting Iranian experience, launching dozens of missiles in a volley to guarantee a breakthrough of air defense. 🚀🇺🇦🇷🇺

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Manpower shortage on the front: The Kremlin discusses a new wave of mobilization to cover losses

Politics 08/03/2026, 12:01

The Russian army is losing up to 40,000 people a month, and the recruitment of contract soldiers is not covering the losses. The Kremlin is discussing a new wave of mobilization of 100–300 thousand people after the elections, while Rosgvardia is preparing a plan to suppress possible protests 🇷🇺🚨

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Traps, Threats, and Bonuses: How Russia is Changing Recruitment Tactics Amidst a Crisis

Politics 08/03/2026, 11:48

Voluntary conscription in the RF has reached a dead end: authorities have resorted to street detentions and the fabrication of criminal cases to fill the ranks of the army. Regions are introducing payments of up to 100,000 rubles for each "volunteer," but experts warn of the risks of new mobilization and the growth of radical dissatisfaction in society. 🇷🇺🚫📉

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Anti-ballistic shield: Ukraine and Britain discuss new air defense projects and Meteor missiles

Politics 08/03/2026, 11:44

Ukraine and the UK discussed creating anti-ballistic systems and supplying Meteor missiles to protect against Russian strikes. 💥💂‍♂️ Funding for some projects may come from the proceeds of frozen Russian assets. 🇺🇦🇬🇧

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A new era of naval warfare: how Ukrainian 'Magura' boats with FPV drones struck Crimea

Politics 08/03/2026, 11:37

GUR special forces used new Magura boats with FPV drones to strike Crimea. The operation confirmed the ability of maritime platforms to hit ground targets. 'Group 13' fighters destroyed 9 ships and 3 enemy helicopters during the war 🇺🇦🚁🚢

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Risk of Losing Konstantynivka: New War Scenarios in Donbas and Kremlin Plans

Politics 08/03/2026, 11:04

Experts warn: Ukraine may lose Konstantynivka in the coming months. 🚩 Russian troops risk approaching Sloviansk and Kramatorsk by the end of winter. 🇺🇦 Furthermore, the Kremlin is considering an operation in the north to create a buffer zone and divert AFU forces. 🛡️

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Bulgaria vs NATO: Scandal over the purchase of Polish MiG-29s and the "graveyard of Soviet aviation"

Politics 08/03/2026, 09:53

A scandal has erupted in Bulgaria over the Defense Minister's plan to buy Polish MiG-29s. The opposition calls this a step towards turning the country into a "graveyard of Soviet aviation," while youth activists parked a "Moskvich" at the ministry building. 🇧🇬✈️🚗

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Stolen Aid: Former State Secretary of the MFA Bankov Arrested for a Scheme Involving Tens of Millions of Hryvnias

Politics 08/03/2026, 09:36

Former State Secretary of the MFA of Ukraine, Alexander Bankov, has been arrested for 60 days for stealing 37 million hryvnias of donor aid. The investigation uncovered a money laundering scheme through shell companies at the beginning of the war. This is a high-profile case amidst other corruption revelations in parliament and the National Guard. 🚨🇺🇦

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Minimum wage or unemployed: how Ukrainian law forces child support payments despite hidden income

Politics 08/03/2026, 09:31

Ex-husband is officially "unemployed" but buying new cars? A lawyer explains how to force child support payments in Ukraine despite hidden income. The law is on the child's side: the court can order a fixed sum if the lifestyle does not match the salary. 👶💸

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Sloviansk and Konstantynivka: How the Ukrainian Armed Forces halted the Russian offensive and repelled counterattacks

Politics 08/03/2026, 09:05

🇺🇦 The Armed Forces of Ukraine halted the Russian offensive in the Sloviansk and Konstantynivka directions. The enemy is using KABs to prepare for an assault, but Ukrainian troops are successfully counterattacking. 🚀 #Ukraine #War #Sloviansk

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Massive Attack: 181 Drones Against Ukraine — Night Results and Retaliatory Strikes

Politics 08/03/2026, 08:28

Ukraine repelled a massive attack of 181 Russian drones, shooting down 163 targets. Despite breaches at 13 locations, air defenses performed effectively. In response, Defense Forces struck oil refineries in Russia and a drone factory in Belgorod 🇺🇦🛸

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Return to the Front: Ukraine's Ministry of Defense Launches Simplified Procedure for Wounded Fighters

Politics 08/03/2026, 07:29

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has given wounded fighters a chance to return to the desired unit without unnecessary bureaucracy. Until September 20, 2026, you can submit a report and choose a unit where protection from transfer is guaranteed for six months. ⚔️🇺🇦

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