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Dan Jarvis — New UK Defence Secretary: Veteran and Politician Takes the Helm

Politics 06/12/2026, 11:58

Keir Starmer has appointed Dan Jarvis as the new UK Defence Secretary. 🇬🇧 The Parachute Regiment veteran replaces John Healey, who resigned over army funding disputes. 🪖 The Prime Minister promises record defence spending and enhanced national security.

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Buses for Vinnytsia: How Polish Activists Are Bypassing a Political Deadlock

Politics 06/12/2026, 05:57

🚌 Polish activists have launched a fundraiser for buses for Vinnytsia, bypassing a political scandal. 150k zlotys have already been raised out of 500k — if the equipment cannot be transferred, the money will go to defense against attacks. 🇵🇱❤️🇺🇦

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IAEA Board Vote: Iran Urged to Report on Uranium Amid Escalation

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:59

The IAEA Board demanded an urgent report from Iran on uranium amid conflict escalation. The US and allies voted for the resolution, while Russia and China voted against. Experts fear Iran has hidden stockpiles sufficient for 10 nuclear warheads. 🇮🇷⚛️🌍

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YouTube removed 'Alabuga' factory ads: how Ukraine achieved the blocking of content about drone production and teenage recruitment

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:45

YouTube removed 'Alabuga' factory ads after dialogue with Ukraine 🇺🇦📺. The factory assembles Shahed drones and recruits teenagers — MFA demands action from all platforms 🚨🔥 #Ukraine #YouTube #Alabuga #Drones #Recruitment

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Shock in the British Government: John Giley Resigns Amid Army Funding Dispute

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:42

Shock in the British government: Defence Secretary John Giley has resigned due to a conflict with the Treasury over army funding. Prime Minister Keir Starmer must choose a successor from four candidates, including war veteran El Carns. The decision will determine Britain's future defense course. 🇬🇧🛑

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NATO General Grinkevich: Russia Will Not Dare to Wage War Against the Baltics, as It Understands the Inevitability of Defeat

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:35

NATO General Alexus Grinkevich stated that Russia will not dare to aggress against the Baltic states, as it understands the inevitability of defeat by the Alliance. Despite US plans to reduce the contingent and drone incidents in Romania, NATO command assures its readiness to fight "right today". 🇪🇺🇷🇺🛡️

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US Senate Votes for $750 Million Aid to Ukraine and Renaming the Pentagon to the Department of War

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:23

The US Senate voted for $750 million in aid to Ukraine and renaming the Pentagon to the Department of War. The bill prohibits recognizing Russian territorial claims and obliges the US to provide intelligence to Kyiv. Democrats oppose the renaming, but the document continues its path through Congress. 🇺🇸🇺🇦💣

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Artemy Lebedev's Apartment in Central Kyiv: From a 'Frozen' Interior to an Auction for the Restoration of the Country

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:20

🏛 Artemy Lebedev's apartment in central Kyiv will go under the hammer on June 30, 2026. Starting price — 10.5 million UAH. All funds will go to the restoration of Ukraine. 🇺🇦 #Lebedev #Auction #Kyiv

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Deal with Iran on the Home Stretch: Trump Announces Signing in Europe

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:16

Donald Trump stated that the agreement with Iran is ready to be signed this weekend in Europe. The president himself will not appear at the ceremony, but he will be represented by Vice President JD Vance. 🇺🇸🤝🇮🇷

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Death after detention: Ukraine's Ombudsman demands answers for lack of autopsy and violations at TCCs

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:07

Ukraine's Ombudsman Dmytro Lubyntsiy has initiated an investigation into the death of a man with rib fractures, whose body was released to his family without an autopsy. The Prosecutor's Office has opened cases against the police, TCCs, and medical staff. Over 3,000 complaints regarding mobilization violations were received in the first 5 months of 2026. ⚖️🚨

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German Diehl Defence Ready to Launch Production of Ukrainian 'Flamingo' Missile in Germany

Politics 06/12/2026, 02:03

German Diehl Defence is ready to produce the Ukrainian 'Flamingo' missile in Germany. This decision is a response to the cancellation of Tomahawk deployment and the critical shortage of ammunition in Europe. 🚀🇩🇪🇺🇦

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Logistics Paralysis: How Ukrainian Forces Destroyed the Last Bridge in Arмянsk and Blocked Supply Lines to Crimea

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:59

Ukrainian forces destroyed the last intact bridge in Arмянsk, which ensured logistics with Crimea. Up to 50 trucks with ammunition were destroyed in the impact zone. The operation became possible thanks to the work of the multi-domain center "Phalanx" and the use of drones with artificial intelligence. 🇺🇦💥🚛

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PAC-3 Shortage and the Ukrainian Response: Lockheed Martin Warns of Delays as Fire Point Tests an Alternative

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:56

Lockheed Martin has warned of delays in PAC-3 missile deliveries for Patriot systems, which are critical for Ukraine. Amidst the shortage of American weaponry, the Ukrainian company Fire Point has successfully tested the FP-7.x missile, which could become the foundation for a new European shield, Freya. 🚀🛡️

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Ukraine and Poland agree not to close the Shehyni border crossing for buses during repairs

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:52

Ukraine and Poland have agreed not to close the "Shehyni — Medyka" border crossing for buses during summer repairs. This decision will help avoid disruptions in passenger transport during the peak season. Additionally, the "єЧерга" system now automatically checks for the presence of a "Green Card" for crossing the border. 🚌🇺🇦🇵🇱

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New 'Hromada-Savior' award: how the courage and solidarity of Ukrainian communities will be recognized

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:49

🇺🇦 A new award, 'Hromada-Savior', has been introduced in Ukraine for communities that have shown courage and solidarity in frontline zones. The statuette, depicting hands holding a heart, will become a symbol of civilian heroism. 🏅 #Ukraine #HromadaSavior #Award

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Trump cancels strikes on Iran: negotiations reach breakthrough, but blockade remains

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:45

Trump cancels strikes on Iran due to progress in negotiations involving a dozen countries. 🤝 However, the maritime blockade remains in force until the agreement is signed. ⚓️

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Opening of Beaches in Odesa: 13 Zones Declared Safe for Swimming

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:39

The beach season has officially opened in Odesa: 13 zones have been declared safe for swimming after inspections by the SES and the military. Authorities urge caution and monitoring of alarm signals. Meanwhile, in Kyiv and the Mykolaiv region, beaches remain closed due to security threats. 🏖️🇺🇦

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Keith Kellogg: Ukraine negotiations are frozen, but that's 'good'. Putin cannot expand the war

Politics 06/12/2026, 01:29

Former US Special Envoy Keith Kellogg stated that negotiations on Ukraine are effectively frozen, but that is 'good' because key negotiators are busy with Iran. He also reassured the Baltic states, noting that Russia does not have the resources to expand the conflict. 🇺🇸🇺🇦🇷🇺

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