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New Coordinator Against Antisemitism: How Ukraine Is Changing the Rules of the Fight Against Hate

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Ukraine may introduce the position of a coordinator to combat antisemitism. 🇺🇦 The draft law has already been reviewed by parliament and proposes the creation of a specialized body. This is a step towards systematic protection of minority rights and strengthening democracy. ⚖️📜

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Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation, comments on Russia's threats

Phantom Pains of the Kremlin: Three Real Reasons for the New Wave of Threats Against Kyiv

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

The CCD revealed three hidden reasons why the Kremlin is threatening Kyiv again: from helplessness on the front to fear of diplomats. 🇷🇺🚫 Experts call these actions Russia's "phantom pains," trying to hide its real problems. 🇺🇦🛡️

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Launch of a missile from a mobile launcher of an air defense system against the backdrop of a coastal area

Cheaper and more effective: Ukraine may test a new Patriot analog by the end of the year

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Ukrainian company Fire Point is participating in the creation of Freya — an affordable analog of Patriot for intercepting ballistic missiles. The first tests of the new air defense system may take place in Ukraine by the end of the year. 🚀🛡️

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Without Guardianship: Ukraine Abolishes Permission Requirement for Transferring Property to Children

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

🇺🇦 Ukraine has abolished the mandatory guardianship permission for transferring property to children! Now, gifting real estate or valuable items has become easier: parental consent is sufficient. We explore how the rules have changed and when guardianship is still needed. 🏠📝

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Head of the parliamentary committee Elena Shulyak discusses new funding sources for the eRenovation program

Budgets of occupied territories for aid: how the Verkhovna Rada found new funds for 'eRenovation'

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

The Verkhovna Rada proposes to involve local budgets, including those from TOT communities, to finance the 'eRenovation' program. Deputy Shulyak emphasized that state funds alone are insufficient and gave examples of cities already helping people with down payments. 🏠💰

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Moscow's Sky Under Lock: How Military Restrictions Are Changing the Rules for Civil Aviation

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Moscow's airspace is being closed to civilian aircraft up to 5,100 meters. Restrictions will cover a vast area from St. Petersburg to Samara, but passenger flights will retain the right to operate. 🛑✈️

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a working meeting in the Office of the President of Ukraine

Zelenskyy and 'Servant of the People': Strategic Meeting Amid Northern Escalation and EU Disputes

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Zelenskyy will hold a strategic meeting with the 'Servant of the People' faction against the backdrop of increased security in northern Ukraine and criticism of Germany's EU proposals. 🇺🇦🤝🇪🇺

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NBU exchange rates on May 26: dollar retreats, euro jumps

Dollar Retreats, Euro Attacks: How Exchange Rates Changed on May 26 and What the Expert Says

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Dollar retreats from record, euro jumps sharply: NBU updated exchange rates on May 26. Expert explains what stabilizes the market and why attention should be paid to fuel prices. 💰📉📈

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RS-26 «Rubezh» («Oreshnik») medium-range ballistic missile on a transporter erector launcher

«Oreshnik» Enters Mass Production: How the Production Rates of Russian MRBMs Are Changing

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Has the RF started small-scale production of the «Oreshnik» MRBM? 🚀 The shortening of intervals between strikes on Ukraine indicates the launch of a production line, but the aggressor's actual missile reserve remains minimal — only 3-4 units. 🇺🇦🛡️

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Head of the CCD Andriy Kovalenko comments on Russia's threats of new strikes on Kyiv

Terror Instead of Negotiations: Why Russia Promises New Strikes on Kyiv Ahead of Putin's Visit to China

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Russia has officially announced the continuation of strikes on Kyiv. Andriy Kovalenko from the CCD called this terrorism, intended to hide the Kremlin's inability to protect Moscow before Putin's visit to China. 🇺🇦🚀

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The flag of Kazakhstan waving against the backdrop of an old building, illustrating the country's refusal to enforce the court decision on Naftogaz's lawsuit

Gazprom Saved: Kazakhstan Refuses to Enforce Ukraine's $1.4 Billion Claim

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Kazakhstan has officially refused to enforce the court decision to collect $1.4 billion from Gazprom in favor of Naftogaz. The Minister of Justice explained that the process took place without the participation of the Russian side, making the verdict invalid for enforcement in the Republic of Kazakhstan. 🇰🇿🚫💸

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Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsaakna speaking in front of the national flag, explaining the EU's strategy on sanctions

A Game of Time: Why Tsaakna is Convinced Putin Wants to Drag Europe into Negotiations

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsaakna has revealed the Kremlin's cards: attempts to involve Europe in negotiations are merely a game of time to avoid new harsh sanctions. 🇪🇪🚫🤝 According to Estonian intelligence, time is no longer on Putin's side, and the West must maintain pressure rather than succumb to provocations. ⏳📉

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Svetlana Tihanovskaya making a statement on a lit stage, condemning strikes on Kyiv.

Tihanovskaya in Kyiv: 'Lukashenko Bears Responsibility' — Reaction to Missile Strike

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Svetlana Tihanovskaya visited the site of the strike in Kyiv and sharply criticized Lukashenko for allowing Belarusian territory to be used for attacks. The opposition leader stated that Belarusians support Ukraine not out of politeness, but because they feel this pain as their own. 🇺🇦🇧🇾

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Artan in Poltava: How the GUR Special Unit Builds Bridges Between the Army and Society

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

A new hub of the GUR special unit "Artan" has opened in Poltava 🇺🇦. This is a space where the boundaries between the army and society are erased: here veterans receive help, families receive support, and recruits receive honest information about service. The main rule of "Artan": the unit does not end at the front 🤝

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Solemn reburial ceremony of OUN leaders in a church with the participation of military personnel and clergy

Yevhen Konovalets Returns Home: Ukraine Granted Permission for Repatriation of OUN Founder

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Ukraine has received official permission for the repatriation of the remains of OUN founder Yevhen Konovalets from the Netherlands 🇺🇦🇳🇱. President Zelenskyy announced this step as part of a large-scale program to create a Pantheon of national heroes. 🕊️

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Finnish President Alexander Stubb in glasses and a suit against the background of a golden statue

The Mathematics of War: Finnish President Reveals the Real Ratio of Losses

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Finnish President Alexander Stubb revealed shocking loss statistics: for every one Ukrainian, eight Russians are killed. 🇺🇦🇷🇺 According to him, the war has entered a phase of "pure mathematics," where the advantage lies with Ukraine, and Russian medicine is already unable to cope with the influx of the wounded. 🏥📉

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Vladimir Putin speaking at a podium during a military parade, with blurred red Kremlin walls in the background

The Psychology of a Tyrant: Why the Strike on Kyiv Was an Act of Desperation, Not Strength

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

ISW revealed Putin's true motivation: the strike on Kyiv was a reaction to criticism of the May 9 parade and an attempt to hide failures on the front. Instead of demonstrating strength, the Kremlin showed its desperation and willingness to sacrifice civilians for personal vanity. 🇺🇦💥🚫

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