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Explosions in Kerch: Ukrainian Drones Destroy Key Oil Terminal in Crimea

Politics 06/21/2026, 15:45

On the night of June 21, Ukrainian drones destroyed an oil terminal in Kerch. Large-scale fires broke out at the facility. This was part of a massive attack on enemy logistics and air defense in Crimea and the Krasnodar Krai. 🔥🚢🚀

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Strikes on Crimea and Krasnodar: Zelenskyy Confirms Attack on Russian Logistics and Air Defense

Politics 06/21/2026, 15:42

Zelenskyy confirms Ukrainian strikes on Crimea and Krasnodar: S-400 air defense, an oil depot in Kerch, and the 'Kavkaz' port were hit. The operation was a response to Russian attacks and struck a blow to enemy logistics. 🇺🇦🚀

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Fuel Collapse in Crimea: Ban on Gasoline Sales and Power Outages

Politics 06/21/2026, 15:38

A complete ban on fuel sales for civilians has been introduced in Crimea. Sergey Aksyonov confirmed that gasoline is now available only to state services. Amidst drone attacks, ferry traffic has been suspended, and power outage schedules have been implemented. 🛢️🚫⚡

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Skepticism Amid Falling Prices: How Americans React to the Deal with Iran

Politics 06/21/2026, 15:14

Americans are skeptical about the new deal with Iran: 52% of citizens do not believe it benefits the US. Despite falling gas prices, independent voters doubt the success of the negotiations. Iran has claimed the Strait of Hormuz is closed, although the US Vice President denies this. 🇺🇸🇮🇷🛢️

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Around $4 billion for the front: what is included in the new aid packages for Ukraine announced in Ramstein

Politics 06/18/2026, 21:45

🇺🇦 Western partners announced new aid packages for Ukraine totaling around $4 billion. Including missiles, drones, air defense systems, and F-16 fighters. 🇩🇪🇳🇱🇬🇧 #Ukraine #Ramstein #MilitaryAid

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Britain and France to lead the Ukrainian military restoration headquarters after peace: details of the new structure

Politics 06/18/2026, 20:56

The UK and France will lead the Ukrainian military restoration headquarters starting in July after peace is concluded. Major General Tom Baitman will head the structure created for the long-term support of the Ukrainian army. 🇬🇧🇫🇷🇺

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Blockade lifted: US halts naval siege of Iranian ports by Trump's order

Politics 06/18/2026, 20:51

The US has officially lifted the naval blockade of Iranian ports by order of Donald Trump. 🇺🇸🚫🚢 Central Command confirmed that the military is no longer obstructing ship transit through the Arabian Gulf. Despite this, the US Navy remains in the region to monitor the implementation of the agreement. 🌊⚖️

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Three-Digit Delivery: Germany to Accelerate Missile Shipments to Ukraine from Its Own Stocks

Politics 06/18/2026, 20:40

Germany will transfer hundreds of air-to-air missiles to Ukraine from its own stocks. Defense Minister Pistorius also announced the acceleration of IRIS-T deliveries and the allocation of $400 million for air defense. 🇩🇪🚀

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Corruption in the Road Administration: How Officials in Kyiv Extorted Millions from Business

Politics 06/18/2026, 20:37

🚨 A corruption scheme in the road administration has been exposed in the Kyiv region! Officials extorted millions of hryvnias from businesses for the rental of state property. Heads and businessmen have been detained, cash and "black accounting" seized 💸🔍

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The US handed over the reins: Europe became the main guarantor of Ukraine's defense

Politics 06/18/2026, 20:30

Deputy Secretary of the Pentagon Elbridge Colby stated that Europe has successfully taken on the leading role in supporting Ukraine. According to him, this has helped improve the situation on the front, but further stable assistance from allies is critical for victory. 🇺🇸🇪🇺🇺🇦

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Ukraine and Germany sign agreement on joint production of interceptors and Termit systems

Politics 06/18/2026, 19:49

Ukraine and Germany have signed a strategic agreement on the joint production of ballistic missile interception systems. Additionally, Berlin will finance the production of thousands of "Termit" systems on its territory. 🇺🇦🤝🇩🇪🚀

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Nausėda on talks with Putin: 'The Kremlin does not want to see us at the table' — Lithuania's position in Brussels

Politics 06/18/2026, 19:37

🇱🇹 Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda warned the EU: negotiations with Putin are currently useless — the Kremlin does not want dialogue. 🇪🇺 Coşta's secret contacts with Moscow and Italy's plans for a negotiator do not yet change the situation. 🇫🇷 Macron and Trump agree: Russia has no desire to negotiate.

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Church, TikTok, and Fakes: How Russia Builds a System of Influence over Ukrainians in Europe

Politics 06/18/2026, 19:31

Ukrainian experts have revealed a massive network of Russian hybrid influence in the EU. The ROC and digital propaganda have become the main tools of pressure on refugees, adapting to every age group — from TikTok for the youth to the church for the older generation. 🇺🇦🚫📉

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Smoke over Moscow: The US Imposes a Strict Ban on Drone Photography for Its Citizens in Russia

Politics 06/18/2026, 19:18

The US Embassy has imposed a strict ban on filming drones and their debris for US citizens in Russia due to the risk of imprisonment. The warning followed a powerful attack by Ukrainian UAVs on an oil refinery in Moscow, where four fire outbreaks were recorded. 🔥🚁🇺🇸

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Record Night: Ukraine Sets Historic Drone Launch Maximum, Surpassing Russian Statistics

Politics 06/18/2026, 19:25

Ukraine sets a historic record: 992 drones were launched in 24 hours, exceeding Russia's most powerful attack of the entire war. 🚁💥 As a result of the strike on Moscow, more than 500 flights were canceled, and the refinery in Kapotnya was damaged again. ⛽️✈️

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Country Defenders Under Protection: How Access to Gambling Will Be Restricted for Military Personnel in Ukraine

Politics 06/18/2026, 19:11

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has introduced an automatic ban on gambling for military personnel. Access will be blocked via the "Trembita" system upon data matching with the Ministry of Defense registry. Experts warn of the risk of data leaks if players migrate to illegal resources 🎰🚫

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Mail instead of a courier: how summonses from 'Oberyg' are changing the rules of the game for conscripts

Politics 06/18/2026, 18:22

Summonses sent by mail and through the 'Oberyg' registry now have full legal force. A conscript has only 3 days to pick up the letter, otherwise a fine of up to 25,500 hryvnias or even criminal liability may follow. We analyze the new mobilization rules and appearance deadlines. 🇺🇦📩⚖️

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Strike on logistics: SSO and 'Black Spark' hit oil depots in the Rostov region

Politics 06/18/2026, 18:15

🔥 The SSO of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, together with the 'Black Spark' movement, struck oil depots in Gukovo. On the night of June 18, the 'Rostovnefteprodukt' facility and the GSM base were attacked by drones — fires and destruction were recorded. This occurred simultaneously with a record attack on Moscow.

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