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Night without a shield: Zelensky explains why one ballistic missile reached Kyiv

Politics 08/01/2026, 11:43

Zelensky revealed the shocking reason why Ukrainian air defenses shot down only one ballistic missile out of 27 on the night of August 1. 🚀 A shortage of missiles for Patriot systems led to casualties and destruction in Kyiv. The President urged partners to urgently supply "anti-ballistic" systems while it does not cost lives. 🇺🇦🔥

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Blow to Diplomacy: Lithuanian Embassy Building Damaged During Mass Attack on Kyiv

Politics 08/01/2026, 11:07

🚨 During a mass attack on Kyiv on the night of August 1, the building of the Lithuanian Embassy was damaged. 🇱🇹🇺🇦 Fortunately, no staff members were injured, but this event highlights that diplomatic facilities are no longer protected from strikes. 🌍💥 #Kyiv #LithuanianEmbassy #Attack

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35 Missiles and 185 Drones: How Russia Attacked Ukraine on the Night of August 1

Politics 08/01/2026, 10:23

🚨 On the night of August 1, Russia attacked Ukraine with 35 missiles and 185 drones. Air defenses shot down only 1 ballistic missile due to a lack of Patriots. 9 people killed, 30 injured — including children. Kyiv is on fire. 🔥

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Marco Rubio Announces New Wave of Diplomacy: US Attempts to Bridge Russia and Ukraine's 'Red Lines'

Politics 08/01/2026, 09:54

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced a new wave of diplomacy: in the coming weeks, Washington will attempt to resume negotiations between Russia and Ukraine. The main task is to bridge the irreconcilable "red lines" of the parties in order to end the war. 🇺🇸🤝🇷🇺🇺🇦

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Fakes on the Frontline: How the Russian Command Lies to Putin About 'Capturing' Ukrainian Villages

Politics 08/01/2026, 09:31

🇷🇺 Russia lies to Putin about 'victories' in northern Ukraine: ISW exposes fakes about village captures. 🤖 AI is used to forge videos, but the AFU holds the defense and counterattacks. #Ukraine #War #Fakes

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The Cost of Every Minute: Ukraine Urges Accelerated Air Defense Deliveries Following Mass Strike on Kyiv

Politics 08/01/2026, 08:52

Ukraine is demanding that partners accelerate air defense deliveries following a massive strike on Kyiv. Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga stated that delays in defense system decisions lead to casualties among civilians. 🇺🇦🚀

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Night Hunt: Ukrainian Drones Strike Energy Infrastructure in Zuhre, Berdyansk, and Crimea

Politics 08/01/2026, 08:17

The night of August 1 passed under drone strikes: Zuevskaya TPP and facilities in Berdyansk, Luhansk, and Sevastopol are burning. A blackout was introduced in Crimea, and Sergey Aksyonov may be removed from office due to the catastrophic situation with energy. 🔥⚡️🚁

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August 2026 in Ukraine: New Rules for Veterans, Schoolchildren, and Critical Enterprises

Politics 08/01/2026, 06:47

August 2026 in Ukraine brings important changes: from new military registration rules for 17-year-olds to targeted payments for veterans and schoolchildren. Businesses will have to resubmit documents to confirm critical status, and electricity transmission tariffs will rise by 25%. 🇺🇦📉

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Pentagon shifts strategy: US hands over command of military aid to Ukraine to NATO allies

Politics 08/01/2026, 06:29

The Pentagon is stepping down from leading the key aid center for Ukraine in Germany. Command will transfer to NATO allies, which could reduce risks due to US domestic politics but raises concerns in Kyiv regarding intelligence and bureaucracy. 🇺🇸🇪🇺🇺🇦

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Fake about selling weapons to the mafia: how Russia distorts the words of an Italian prosecutor

Politics 08/01/2026, 05:25

Russian media have launched another fake: now they claim that Ukraine is selling drones to the Italian mafia. We analyze how the words of the Palermo prosecutor were distorted and where the figure of "lost" weapons came from. 🚫🔫

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Second wave: Russia launched a second ballistic strike on Kyiv in the night of August 1

Politics 08/01/2026, 03:36

Kyiv under attack again: Russia launched a second ballistic strike on the capital in one night. 🚨 Air raid alarm declared at 03:17, launches detected from the north-east. Alarm in effect in most regions of Ukraine. 🇺🇦🚀

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Kyiv's Nightmare: Massive Ballistic Attack, Fires, and Casualties

Politics 08/01/2026, 03:00

Kyiv under attack: a massive ballistic missile attack led to a series of explosions and fires in several districts of the capital. One person died, and four injured were hospitalized. 🇺🇦🚨🔥

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Strike this weekend: US and Israel prepare for massive bombing of Iran's energy infrastructure

Politics 08/01/2026, 02:53

🚨 US and Israel prepare for massive bombing of Iran's energy infrastructure. Strikes could begin as early as this weekend. Officials deny it, but sources speak of Trump's order. #Iran #USA #Israel

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Trump on the 'Golden' Deal with Ukraine: The Right to Take Resources and the Return of $300 Billion

Politics 08/01/2026, 02:51

Donald Trump stated that the US has a signed agreement with Ukraine allowing it to take any resources on demand. 🇺🇸🇺🇦 He estimated the cost of access to Ukrainian subsoil at over $300 billion and called it a way to recoup the aid provided to Kyiv. 📉💰

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Strikes on Sloviansk: Fact-checking the July 31 incident and operational situation

Politics 08/01/2026, 00:32

Airstrike by Russian aviation on Sloviansk on July 31 confirmed: houses destroyed, no casualties. Fact-checking refuted rumors of a KAB-1500 bomb, identifying the actual weapons used and consequences. 🇺🇦📉

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A petition has been registered in Ukraine for the gradual reduction of the maximum conscription age to 50 years

Politics 07/31/2026, 23:33

A petition has been launched in Ukraine to reduce the maximum conscription age to 50 years. The author proposes a phased demobilization of men over 50 starting October 1, 2026, and a review of MME criteria for citizens over 55. 🇺🇦📝

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Destruction of 80 gas stations in the Kharkiv region: deputy refutes rumors of fuel shortage on the highway

Politics 07/31/2026, 23:31

More than 80 gas stations have been destroyed in the Kharkiv region, but authorities have refuted rumors of a fuel shortage. Deputy Skorik reported that some gas stations on the Kharkiv-Poltava highway have already resumed operations, although drivers are advised to have a fuel reserve. ⛽🚗

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Andriana Kucher leaves TV: 'Either in the army or for the troops.' Why the '24 Channel' anchor postponed her contract with the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Politics 07/31/2026, 23:28

Famous '24 Channel' anchor Andriana Kucher has left television to join the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Due to a change in leadership at the Ministry of Defense and the appointment of new Commander-in-Chief Drapaty, signing the contract had to be postponed. The anchor is waiting for the situation to clarify: 'Either in the army or for the troops.' 🇺🇦📺

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