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Merz in Gdansk: A Lecture on Reconciliation and the Defense of Freedom in the Absence of Zelenskyy

Politics 06/25/2026, 16:54

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz drew a parallel in Gdansk between post-war reconciliation with Poland and current support for Ukraine. 🇪🇺🇺🇦 The speech took place in the absence of President Zelenskyy due to a diplomatic conflict with Warsaw over the UPA. Merz stated that Europe stands by Ukraine to defend freedom. 🛡️

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NMT in Wartime: Ombudsman Calls for Lower Passing Score Due to Shelling and Disruptions

Politics 06/25/2026, 16:51

Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets proposed lowering the NMT passing score to 130 due to the war. Applicants are taking exams under shelling and in inadequate shelters, which the Ombudsman considers a violation of children's rights. 🇺🇦📉

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Heatwave from Europe: Temperatures in Ukraine to Rise to +37°C

Politics 06/25/2026, 16:44

Ukraine is being hit by a heatwave from Europe: temperatures will rise to +37°C and above by the weekend. Meteorologists warn of dry heat following record-breaking temperatures in France, which claimed dozens of lives. ☀️🌡️

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Kilometer-long traffic jams and threat of destruction: what is happening to the Crimean Bridge

Politics 06/25/2026, 16:40

Satellites recorded a 10-kilometer traffic jam of 1,500 cars before the Crimean Bridge. The cause was intensified inspections, drone attacks, and residents' desire to leave the peninsula amid a crisis. Furthermore, a series of earthquakes creates a threat of destruction to the structure built with violations. 🚗💥🌊

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Mushrooms Instead of War: Minsk Offers Ukrainians a 'Silent Hunt', but Kiev Warns of a Trap

Politics 06/25/2026, 16:30

Belarus offered Ukrainians simplified entry into forests for mushrooms and berries, but the SBGS called it a trap. 🍄🚫 Kyiv reminded about minefields and fortifications on the border, emphasizing that as long as Minsk supports Russia, the regime will not change. 🇺🇦🇧🇾

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Robert Fico: The War in Ukraine Has No Military Solution and Will Only End at the Negotiating Table

Politics 06/25/2026, 16:23

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that the war in Ukraine has no military solution and can only end at the negotiating table. The leader called on the EU for diplomatic efforts, citing human suffering and international law. 🇪🇺🤝

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Ukraine receives 10 ALTO NG trainer aircraft from the Czech Republic: how this will change pilot training

Politics 06/25/2026, 14:13

The Armed Forces of Ukraine have received 10 ALTO NG trainer aircraft from the Czech Republic and the Dárek pro Putina foundation 🇺🇦✈️. This will allow for reduced pilot training costs and accelerate their preparation to operate Western fighters according to NATO standards.

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Social Rift: How Polish Political Preferences Influence Attitudes Toward Ukraine

Politics 06/25/2026, 14:10

🇵🇱 A poll in Poland revealed a rift: almost 60% of citizens are against Ukraine joining the EU. 📉 Support depends on the party: supporters of the government are "for," while the opposition is categorically "against." Amidst the UPA scandal and the revocation of the Order of the White Eagle, relations between the countries remain tense. 📉🇺🇦

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Strike on logistics: Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed three bridges and hit oil depots in the Russian rear

Politics 06/25/2026, 14:00

The Armed Forces of Ukraine launched large-scale strikes against enemy logistics: three bridges were destroyed in the Zaporizhzhia and Luhansk regions. Additionally, oil refineries in Ufa and an oil depot in Kuban were attacked — fire sites have been confirmed. 🔥🚧

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Ukrainian flag on the Kinburn Spit: Ukrainian forces force the enemy to retreat and prepare an offensive on Dzhankoy

Politics 06/25/2026, 14:03

Ukrainian flag back on the Kinburn Spit: Ukrainian forces force the enemy to retreat and evacuate personnel. 🇺🇦 The Southern Defense Forces confirmed that tanks will reach Dzhankoy. Meanwhile, drones struck targets in the rear, and blackouts began in Crimea after strikes on TPPs. ⚡️🔥

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Strikes into the Depth: Ukraine Attacks Strategic Targets in Krasnodar and Ufa

Politics 06/25/2026, 13:57

Ukraine launched a series of deep strikes: at night, an oil depot on the Kuban was attacked, and in the morning, SBU drones hit two refineries in Ufa. Zelenskyy called this part of a long-range sanctions plan and called on Russia to pursue diplomacy. 🔥🚀

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Railway Collapse in Crimea: Only 7 Trains Left Instead of 18

Politics 06/25/2026, 13:53

Railway communication between Crimea and Russia has been sharply reduced: only 7 trains will remain instead of 18. The Operational Headquarters decided to limit trips due to drone attacks and logistics problems. The Armed Forces of Ukraine confirm their course to completely block enemy supply routes 🚆🚫🇺🇦

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First tranche: EU transfers €3.2 billion to Ukraine from new aid package

Politics 06/25/2026, 13:46

Ukraine has received the first tranche of an EU loan totaling €3.2 billion. European Commission President von der Leyen confirmed the transfer of funds, which will be used for defense and the social sector. The total aid package is estimated at €90 billion until 2027. 🇪🇺🇺🇦💶

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Syrsky explains why the Ukrainian Armed Forces are creating new brigades: threat of front expansion in the north

Politics 06/25/2026, 13:40

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Alexander Syrsky explained the necessity of creating new brigades: Russia plans to expand the front in northern Ukraine by 160 km. The enemy is increasing troop numbers, and Ukraine is forced to react, as old units cannot be "stretched" over new territories. 🇺🇦🛡️

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12-Hour Queues: How Border Repairs Paralyze Bus Traffic and What Authorities Are Doing

Politics 06/25/2026, 13:33

🚌 Queues at the Ukrainian-Polish border reach 12 hours due to repairs. Authorities of both countries are urgently seeking solutions — continuous bus passage during summer has already been agreed upon. 🇺🇦🇵🇱 #border #buses #UkrainePoland

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Air Strike on Ground: How Ukrainian Drones Destroyed a Mobile Launcher for 'Shahed' Drones

Politics 06/25/2026, 13:23

Ukrainian military forces have destroyed a Russian pickup truck used as a mobile launcher for 'Shahed' drones for the first time. The counterstrike was carried out using a strike unmanned aerial vehicle. 🚀🚗💥 #Ukraine #UAV #Shahed #MilitaryNews

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Investigation at Khmelnytskyi NPP: Raids, Kickbacks, and the Flight of the Main Suspect

Politics 06/25/2026, 12:48

Raids are taking place at Khmelnytskyi NPP as part of a case regarding corruption schemes in "Energoatom" 🏭🚨. The main suspect, entrepreneur Timur Mindich, managed to leave Ukraine before the investigators arrived. Despite the investigation, the plant is operating in normal mode ⚡️.

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Massive Attack: Russia Launched a Swarm of Drones and a Missile at Ukraine on the Night of June 25

Politics 06/25/2026, 10:25

Russia launched a massive strike on Ukraine on the night of June 25: more than 80 drones and a ballistic missile were launched. Air defenses intercepted most targets, but hits were recorded in several regions. 🚀🛡️

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