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Smartphone displaying the 'Rezerv+' app interface with blurred Ukrainian flag in background — illustration for article on fines in Rezerv+ system

Fines in 'Rezerv+': Why paying one doesn't guarantee peace of mind

Politics 07/03/2026, 21:39

Paying a fine in 'Rezerv+' does not always solve the problem: lawyers report that new fines may appear a few hours after old ones are paid. We look at how the system works and why amounts can rise to 34,000 hryvnias. ⚖️📱

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Patriarch Kirill and Vladimir Putin at a meeting, discussing issues related to sanctions and international politics

Vatican Opposes Sanctions: Italy and Bulgaria Sabotage EU Plans to Ban Patriarch Kirill

Politics 07/03/2026, 21:35

Italy and Bulgaria have blocked EU plans to impose sanctions against Patriarch Kirill. 🇮🇹🇧🇬 The Vatican spoke out against restrictions on the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, while Greece and Malta opposed freezing oil prices. The 21st package of measures risks failing due to internal disagreements. 🚫🇷🇺

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Ukrainian Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko at a press conference discussing the containment of tariff growth during wartime

Politics vs. Economics: How Ukraine is Curbing Tariff Growth Amidst War

Politics 07/03/2026, 21:28

Amidst the war, Ukraine is consciously curbing the growth of utility tariffs despite the sector's billion-dollar debts. Deputy Prime Minister Kuleba called this a political decision to protect the population, while prices for gas and electricity are fixed until 2026–2027. 🔥⚡🇺🇦

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Ukrainian family with luggage at the station: mother with backpack and toy, little daughter with pink backpack, symbolizing the choice to stay home instead of emigrating

From Patriotism to Pragmatism: Why Ukrainians Are Increasingly Choosing to Stay Home

Politics 07/03/2026, 21:08

Ukrainians are planning to leave the country less frequently: the share of those wishing to obtain temporary protection has dropped from 41% to 33%. Pragmatism is replacing patriotism—people are staying for housing, family, and quality of life, although pessimism regarding the future of the war is growing. 🇺🇦📉

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Man checks circuit breaker in electrical panel by candlelight during power outage in Ukraine due to heatwave

Heat and Overload: Emergency Power Outages in Ukraine on the Evening of July 3

Politics 07/03/2026, 21:11

On the evening of July 3, power was urgently cut off in Ukraine due to heat and grid overload 🌡️⚡️. Emergency restrictions were introduced in Kyiv and several regions as air conditioners increased the load by 25%. Energy workers are asking to save electricity until 23:00.

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Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki delivers a statement on supporting Ukraine, emphasizing the need for goodwill from Kyiv

Poland will not change its course of supporting Ukraine but will demand 'goodwill' from Kyiv: Tusk statement

Politics 07/03/2026, 20:57

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that Warsaw will continue to support Ukraine but demands goodwill from Kyiv to reduce tensions. Tusk emphasized that Poland cannot be the only side showing leniency and called for an honest dialogue about the past. 🇵🇱🇺🇦

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Iranian oil tanker ABBA under Iranian flag in the Strait of Hormuz, escorted by an armed patrol boat — symbol of new tax control on oil routes

New Oil Tax: Europe Ready to Pay Iran for Passage Through the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 07/03/2026, 20:54

Europe is ready to pay Iran for the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz, although the US and Saudi Arabia oppose creating such a precedent. Oman is considering the Malacca Strait model as a template for collecting fees. 🚢🌍💰

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Young girl hugging a stuffed toy in a temporary shelter — symbolizing the need for a modern social protection system in Ukraine

From Soviet Privileges to Digital Solutions: How Ukraine is Building a New Social Protection System

Politics 07/03/2026, 20:44

Ukraine is radically changing its social protection system, moving away from Soviet privileges towards targeted assistance and digitization. 🇺🇦📉 The SPIRIT program, supported by the UK and UNICEF, helps create a sustainable support model for millions of displaced persons and people with disabilities. 🏥🤝

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Soldiers in camouflage gear with backpacks labeled "SWAT" walk along a road next to barbed wire, symbolizing professional recruitment for Ukraine's foreign legion.

300,000 UAH per soldier: Ukraine launches a professional recruitment system for the International Legion

Politics 07/03/2026, 20:40

Ukraine launches professional recruitment for the International Legion: 300,000 UAH will be paid for each soldier. 🇺🇦💰 Authorities are introducing strict selection and a guarantee to return unfit candidates to solve the problem of desertion. 🛡️

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People's Deputy Andriy Tyshchenko at a court hearing on the case of 'protection' of call centers

Court sets bail for People's Deputy Tishchenko at 10 million hryvnias in case of 'protection racketeering' of call centers

Politics 07/03/2026, 20:25

The High Anti-Corruption Court selected a preventive measure for People's Deputy Nikolai Tishchenko. The judge set bail at 10 million hryvnias, denying the prosecution's request for arrest. The deputy is suspected of attempting to extort an entrepreneur and laundering funds through a fictitious agreement. ⚖️💸

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Ukrainian soldier prepares a drone with a Ukrainian identification mark for a strike on enemy rear areas

Depth up to 100 km: how Ukrainian military changes tactics of strikes on enemy rear

Politics 07/03/2026, 20:07

Ukrainian military is increasing strikes on the enemy's rear at a depth of up to 100 km, using medium-range drones. General Yevhen Lasiychuk confirmed that such systems have already become standard equipment and allow blocking the enemy's routes of advance. Within 48 hours, 12 substations and one gas distribution station were destroyed. 🚀🔥

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Moldovan Prime Minister resigns amid corruption scandal

Shock in Chișinău: Moldovan Prime Minister Resigns Amidst Major Corruption Scandal

Politics 07/03/2026, 20:03

Alexandru Munteanu has resigned as Prime Minister of Moldova amidst a major scandal involving fake diplomas and the resignation of officials. President Sandu confirmed the absence of conflicts with the outgoing head of government. High-ranking officials have been detained in the country on suspicion of corruption. 🇲🇩🚨

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Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin against a blue backdrop — symbolizing Beijing’s silence on Chinese parts supplied for Russian weapons

Beijing's Silence: Ukraine Awaits Reaction to Evidence of Chinese Parts for Russian Weapons

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:52

Ukraine has been waiting for six months for China's reaction to evidence of parts shipments for Russian weapons, but Beijing remains silent. 🇨🇳🤐 According to Kyiv, 60% of foreign components in the Russian arsenal are Chinese, while Moscow plans to release 2 million drones with such parts. 🚁💥

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Woman connects a shop to a gasoline generator during an emergency power outage in Kyiv

Emergency power outages in Kyiv and regions: how heat and the aftermath of strikes are hitting Ukraine's power system

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:39

⚡️ Emergency power outages have been introduced in Kyiv and several regions of Ukraine due to heat and the aftermath of Russian strikes. Energy workers are working on restoration, but the situation remains tense. 🔌 #Ukraine #PowerSystem #PowerOutages

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Military operator preparing a combat drone for launch in 2026 — symbol of revolution in modern warfare tactics

1150% Surge in Strikes: How Unmanned Systems Forces Changed the Geometry of War in 2026

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:49

In 2026, Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces increased strikes into enemy depth by 1150%. 🚁 Robert Brovdy stated that the enemy no longer has a safe rear. Hundreds of targets in Russia and Crimea, including military-industrial and energy facilities, were hit in a single month. 🇺🇦🇷🇺

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Su-27 of the Russian Aerospace Forces in flight over Crimea, illustrating the topic of SBU strikes on Russian aviation

Strike on the Wings: SBU Hits Russian Aviation in Crimea for the Second Time in a Week

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:21

SBU launches powerful strike on Crimea: drones hit aviation at “Saky” and “Hvardiiske” airfields. Su-30 fighters and Su-24 bombers were destroyed or damaged, along with warehouses of “Shahed” drones. This is part of Zelenskyy's 40-day operation to influence Russia. 🇺🇦🚁🔥

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Interpol agent at airport: international manhunt for Ukrainian woman suspected of assassination attempt on oligarch Ermolaev in Monaco

International Manhunt: Interpol Issues Red Notice for Ukrainian Suspected of Attempted Assassination of Oligarch Yermolaev in Monaco

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:24

Interpol has issued an international wanted notice for Ukrainian Anastasia Berezovskaya, suspected of the attempted murder of oligarch Vadim Yermolaev in Monaco. The explosion at the businessman's home occurred on June 29, injuring three people, including the victim's son. The investigation is considering the theory of SBU involvement. 🚨🇺🇦🇲🇨

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Housing and Utilities Minister Yulia Svirdenko at a press conference discussing tariffs and support for frontline regions

Water, heat, and debts: Yulia Sviridenko explains who is now responsible for tariffs and how to save frontline regions

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:14

Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko stated that responsibility for water tariffs has fully passed to regional administrations. 🚰 She also revealed the scale of the heating debt problem — 180 billion hryvnias owed to Naftogaz. 🔥 The situation in frontline regions is critical, and the government is seeking legislative solutions. #Ukraine #Tariffs #Energy

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