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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy seated at a desk during an official meeting, Ukrainian flag in background — in context of his sarcastic reply to Donald Trump about visiting Moscow

"Ukrainian drones are flying there": Zelenskyy sarcastically answers Trump's question about a trip to Moscow

Politics 07/09/2026, 16:25

🇺🇦 Zelenskyy sarcastically answered Trump's question about a trip to Moscow: "Ukrainian drones are flying there — it is unsafe". 🇺🇸 Trump asked directly, Zelenskyy answered with humor — but behind the joke lies a serious position: a meeting only in a neutral country. #Zelenskyy #Trump #Ukraine #PeaceNegotiations

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Donald Trump in a black suit and red tie in an industrial setting, discussing the peace agreement with Zelensky in Ankara

Trump on the Ukraine Peace Deal: 'It's Like a Fight in the Park' — Details of the Conversation with Zelensky in Ankara

Politics 07/09/2026, 16:15

Trump and Zelensky discussed the peace deal in Ankara: the US President compared the war to a 'fight in the park' and acknowledged the complexity of the process. In addition to diplomacy, the NATO summit is addressing the issue of Patriots 🇺🇸🇺🇦🤝

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Donald Trump in a business suit, announcing the transfer of Patriot missile production rights to Ukraine

Trump Announces Transfer of Patriot Missile System Production Rights to Ukraine: 'We'll Show Them How to Make Them'

Politics 07/09/2026, 16:08

Donald Trump told Volodymyr Zelenskyy that the US will transfer the right to produce Patriot missile systems to Ukraine. 🇺🇸🇺🇦 The US President promised that American companies would help set up the production of these systems, acknowledging that it is a complex but feasible task. This decision aims to solve the problem of an acute shortage of missiles for intercepting ballistic missiles. 🚀🛡️

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European Parliament session in Strasbourg: MEPs discuss support for Ukraine and dialogue with Poland

European Parliament backs Ukraine but urges smoothing of tensions with Poland

Politics 07/09/2026, 16:12

The European Parliament supported Ukraine's path to EU accession but expressed regret in the resolution over renaming an AFU unit in honor of the UPA, calling it a blow to relations with Poland. Kyiv supported the calls for accession but deemed the historical amendments inappropriate. 🇪🇺🇺🇦🇵🇱

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Donald Trump in a blue suit and red tie against an American flag, commenting on Ukraine's strikes on Russia as escalation that could end the war

Trump on Ukraine's strikes on Russia: 'This is an escalation that could end the war'

Politics 07/09/2026, 16:05

🇺🇸 Trump supports Ukraine's strikes on Russia: 'This is an escalation that could end the war'. Secretary of State Rubio confirmed that the US is discussing with Ukraine the expansion of the attack zone. 🇺🇦🇷🇺 #Trump #Ukraine #Russia #War

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Launch of a missile from an anti-aircraft missile complex against the backdrop of the sea, illustrating the tactics of Ukraine's air defense in conditions of ammunition shortage

Switching to Manual Mode: How the Missile Shortage is Changing Ukraine's Air Defense Tactics

Politics 07/09/2026, 16:02

Ukrainian military are forced to change air defense tactics due to a shortage of Patriot missiles: systems have been switched from autopilot to manual mode. Now operators choose targets themselves to avoid wasting expensive interceptors on cheap drones. 🚀🛑

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Ukrainian operators launch a reconnaissance drone, whose export is delayed by bureaucracy

Drone exports blocked: how bureaucracy is hampering Ukraine's defense industry

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:59

The export of Ukrainian weapons, including drones, is effectively blocked by bureaucracy. Yaroslav Hryshyn, co-founder of "General Cherechnya," stated that the de facto ban is stifling the development of the defense industry, although exports should become a growth driver after the war. 🚁🚫🇺🇦

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Man walking barefoot on flooded street in heavy rain, holding shoes and umbrella — visual illustration of yellow alert level in Ukraine due to storms and flooding

Yellow alert level: Ukraine to be hit by thunderstorms, hail, and gusts

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:56

On Thursday, July 9, stormy weather will hit Ukraine: forecasters have warned of thunderstorms, hail, and gusts up to 20 m/s. 🌩️ UkrGMTC has declared a yellow alert level. Be careful!

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Zelenskyy and Trump shake hands in front of Ukrainian and US flags in Ankara, discussing air defense and Patriot production

Zelenskyy and Trump in Ankara: Air Defense, Patriot Production, and the 'Park Fight' Discussion

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:53

Zelenskyy and Trump met in Ankara on the sidelines of the NATO summit. Key topics included air defense, Patriot production, and the peace plan. Trump stated that escalation could lead to the end of the war and compared the conflict to a fight in a park. 🇺🇸🇺🇦

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Russian Su-35 fighter jet in flight, confirmed by Ukrainian Air Force as shot down

Su-35 Shot Down: Ukrainian Air Force Confirms Destruction of Russian 4++ Generation Fighter

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:45

The Ukrainian Air Force confirmed the shooting down of a Russian Su-35 fighter jet on the eastern direction on July 8. It is a 4++ generation aircraft with supersonic speed and thrust vectoring. Previously, similar machines have been destroyed in the Kursk region. 🇺🇦✈️🚀

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Viktor Orbán at press conference: discussing visit to Zakarpattia with Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy and Madjar agree on a meeting and joint visit to Zakarpattia: what lies behind this step

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:42

🇺🇦🇭🇺 Zelenskyy and Madjar agree on a meeting and joint visit to Zakarpattia. Discussing the rights of the Hungarian minority and humanitarian aid. #Ukraine #Hungary #Politics

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Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybyga at a press conference with the Ukrainian flag in the background — discussing the launch of domestic Patriot air defense system production

Patriot Licenses: Ukraine Launches Domestic Production of Air Defense Systems

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:32

Ukraine is negotiating licenses for Patriot production: Kyiv plans to establish domestic production of air defense systems to protect against ballistic missiles. Minister Sybiha stated that this will allow for the rapid expansion of defense capabilities, while allies have already allocated millions of euros for missile procurement. 🇺🇦🛡️🚀

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Ukrainian official or representative in a formal setting discussing strategy after rejecting Trump's proposals

Kyiv Rejects Trump's 28 Points: Ukraine Shifts Strategy Due to Frontline Success

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:22

Ukraine has officially rejected Donald Trump's 28-point peace plan. Kyiv refuses conditions regarding the Donbas and NATO, relying on frontline successes and pressure on the Kremlin. 🇺🇦🇺🇸🚫

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Donald Trump and NATO leaders at the summit in The Hague, discussing the future of the Alliance

NATO Summit at Risk: Alliance Considers Canceling Meetings Due to Trump

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:09

NATO is considering canceling the 2027 summit to avoid provoking Donald Trump. Alliance leaders in Ankara are discussing postponing the meeting in Albania, fearing new outbursts from the US President. Despite the diplomatic pause, NATO countries' defense spending is rising, while Germany and Canada have announced major financial initiatives. 🇺🇸🇪🇺🛡️

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Russian Su-30 fighters take off from an airfield, illustrating the topic of a Ukrainian downed aircraft on July 8

New Victory for the Ukrainian Armed Forces: Ukrainian Forces Shot Down a Russian Aircraft on July 8

Politics 07/09/2026, 15:02

🇺🇦 Ukrainian Armed Forces shot down a Russian aircraft on July 8! 🛩️ This is not the first success: previously, a MiG-29 was destroyed and Su-30SM and Su-24 aircraft were damaged. Drones are striking airfields in Crimea with precision! 💥 #Ukraine #AirForce #Victory

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Norwegian Defense Minister Bjørn Arild Gram discussing the allocation of 3 billion kroner for air defense missiles for Ukraine

Norway allocates 3 billion kroner for air defense missiles for Ukraine: how Patriot deliveries will be accelerated

Politics 07/09/2026, 14:48

🇳🇴 Norway allocated 3 billion kroner for air defense missiles for Ukraine — including Patriot! 🚀 Together with Denmark, Germany, and Canada, deliveries will be accelerated via the PURL program. PM Støre: “Ukraine is us”. #AirDefense #Ukraine #Norway

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Fire at Transneft storage facility in Bashkiria after SBU attack: flames and thick smoke against the night sky

Strike deep in the rear: SBU attacks key Transneft hub in Bashkortostan

Politics 07/09/2026, 14:52

The SBU carried out a large-scale operation deep in the Russian rear: 8 drones attacked a key Transneft hub in Bashkortostan. A fire broke out at the Cherkassy LPDS, engulfing the tank farm and production facilities. This will seriously complicate fuel supplies to the central regions of Russia. 🔥🇺🇦🚛

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Customers receive services at a Ukrposhta branch in Kyiv region that resumed operations after shelling

Post offices operate despite shelling: 'Ukrposhta' resumes operations in Kyiv region

Politics 07/09/2026, 14:42

📬 'Ukrposhta' has resumed operations in Vyshneve and Kryukovshchyna following Russian shelling. Despite damage, clients are already receiving the full range of services. Repairs will take place later. 🇺🇦✨

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