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Su-57 fighter jet in flight with camouflage paint, showcasing its capabilities as an interceptor

Su-57 as an Interceptor: Analysis of an Atypical Combat Configuration for a Fifth-Generation Fighter

Politics 07/02/2026, 20:38

Su-57 spotted in an atypical configuration with external armament: a fifth-generation fighter is being used for rear air defense and drone interception. Experts note this is a forced measure, while photos from an Aerospace Forces base have exposed issues with secrecy protocols. 🛩️🔍

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Flags of Ukraine and Poland against a building, symbolizing complex historical relations and the Volhynia dispute affecting Ukraine's EU accession

History as a Veto: How the Volhynia Dispute Became an Obstacle to Ukraine's EU Accession

Politics 07/02/2026, 20:34

The European People's Party has proposed making Ukraine's EU accession dependent on resolving the Volhynia dispute with Poland. The initiative could turn historical memory into a political veto capable of blocking negotiations. 🇪🇺🇺🇦🇵🇱

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Patriot surface-to-air missile system against a blue sky, symbolizing Ukraine's urgent need for missile supplies for air defense

Critical Shortage: Ukraine Urges 40 Countries to Immediately Transfer Patriot Missiles

Politics 07/02/2026, 20:31

Ukraine has appealed to 40 countries to urgently transfer missiles for Patriot systems as early as July due to a critical shortage of ammunition. The Ministry of Defense admitted that current stocks are insufficient to repel ballistic attacks, and stocks in some units are nearly exhausted. 🚀🛡️

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Burnt trucks and ruins of the Red Cross warehouse in Kyiv after the strike

Blow to logistics: Red Cross warehouse with humanitarian aid destroyed in Kyiv

Politics 07/02/2026, 20:28

Ukrainian Red Cross warehouse destroyed in Kyiv: aid stocks worth 79 million hryvnias burned. As a result of a massive Russian attack, 320,000 units of cargo were lost, dealing a blow to the capital's humanitarian logistics. 🚨🇺🇦

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Russian tanker Tagor at sea, fined by France for a fake flag

One million euro fine for a fake flag: France fines owner of Russian tanker Tagor

Politics 07/02/2026, 20:20

France has fined the owner of the Russian tanker Tagor 1 million euros for using a fake flag and refusing to obey the Navy. The vessel was detained in the Atlantic and is currently awaiting the completion of the guilt admission procedure. This is part of a large-scale EU operation against the Russian "shadow fleet." ⚖️🚢🇫🇷

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Vladimir Putin discusses support measures for Kaliningrad amid fuel crisis

Fuel Crisis and New Support Measures: How Moscow is Solving Kaliningrad's Problems

Politics 07/02/2026, 20:13

Putin supported priority fuel supplies to Kaliningrad and allocated funds for ferries and airfares. Meanwhile, Crimea acknowledged a lack of large fuel volumes, which has already led to layoffs and transport stoppages. 🚛✈️📉

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Portrait of Ayatollah Khamenei on a poster held above a crowd of mourners in Tehran during funeral proceedings

Mourning in Tehran: Medvedev and He Wei to Lead Delegations at Ayatollah Khamenei's Funeral

Politics 07/02/2026, 20:01

Medvedev and He Wei will lead the delegations of Russia and China to the funeral of Ayatollah Khamenei in Tehran. The ceremony will take place in July 2026 and will gather leaders of Iran's partner countries. Strict security measures and restrictions for businesses have been introduced in the capital. 🇮🇷🇷🇺🇨🇳

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Huge queue of passengers in a European airport waiting for EES biometric control

Biometric Collapse in Europe: Airlines Demand Halt to EES Due to 5-Hour Queues

Politics 07/02/2026, 19:51

The European aviation sector is demanding a halt to the implementation of the biometric EES system. 🛑 Due to glitches and queues of up to 5 hours in airports, carriers risk losing 140 million euros. 📉

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan shake hands against the backdrop of the Republic of Armenia emblem, symbolizing the deepening trade relations between the EU and Armenia.

Duty-free access for 80% of Armenian exports: EU opens doors to Yerevan amid trade conflict with Russia

Politics 07/02/2026, 19:44

The European Commission has announced plans to eliminate duties on 80% of Armenian exports. 🇪🇺🇦🇲 Ursula von der Leyen's initiative, announced in Yerevan, aims to diversify trade against the backdrop of restrictions from the Russian Federation. 📉📈

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Gas flares at an oil rig in the desert — symbol of oil market volatility amid US-Iran diplomatic talks

Oil Plunges to Four-Month Low: US-Iran Diplomacy Cools the Market

Politics 07/02/2026, 19:41

Oil prices plummeted to a 4-month low amid news of US-Iran negotiations 📉. Diplomatic progress in Doha and reduced demand from China are cooling the market: Brent fell below $71, and WTI below $68. The UAE has already lowered gasoline prices. 🛢️🕊️

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Aerial photo of the destroyed Kupyansk after strikes, showing ruins of residential buildings and urban infrastructure

Kupiansk after strikes: drones record total destruction of the urban environment

Politics 07/02/2026, 19:37

UAF drones have recorded the total destruction of Kupiansk: most houses are deemed beyond repair, and infrastructure and transport have been destroyed. 🏚️🚫 The Russian Ministry of Defense claims the targets were military, but the scale of the damage raises serious questions. 📸📉

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Marine Le Pen delivers a speech on a political podium, gesturing with her hand, symbolizing the fight for the right to run for president of France

Le Pen against the system: the fight for the right to run for President of France

Politics 07/02/2026, 19:35

Marine Le Pen is ready for the fourth presidential election but awaits an appellate court ruling to lift the ban on her candidacy. The politician has refused to participate in the campaign while wearing an electronic ankle monitor and is prepared to step aside for Jordan Bardella in case of defeat. 🇫🇷⚖️

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Woman holding a fan of 500 UAH banknotes — symbolizing financial support for Ukrainians via winter subsidies for firewood and coal

Winter Shield: How to Get Up to 19,400 UAH for Firewood and Coal in Ukraine — A Complete Guide to Subsidies

Politics 07/02/2026, 19:31

The PFU has opened applications for a subsidy of up to 19,400 UAH for purchasing firewood and coal 🔥. Assistance is available to those without gas or central heating. Find out who is on the priority list and how to apply for the payment via "Diia" or TSAP 📝🇺🇦

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Record Pessimism and Declining Trust: How Russian Sentiment Changed in 2026

Politics 07/02/2026, 19:28

The Gallup study recorded an unprecedented level of economic pessimism in Russia in 2026. The share of citizens who believe their lives have worsened reached a 20-year maximum, while trust in the army and government collapsed to historical lows. 📉🇷🇺

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Kyrylo Budanov in military uniform in front of a building with the Ukrainian flag, symbolizing a hypothetical project for popularity growth

Hypothetical Budanov Project: Leader in Popularity Growth Amidst Martial Law

Politics 07/02/2026, 19:17

Kyrylo Budanov's hypothetical political project has shown record growth in support (+5% over the year), reaching 12% in polls. Experts note that this leadership in dynamics comes against the backdrop of martial law, which prohibits real elections. 📉📈🇺🇦

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Ukrainian ballistic missile FP-9 on a transport-launcher in a hangar, ready for combat deployment

Ballistic breakthrough: Bloomberg links interception of 'long-range missile' in Russia to combat debut of Ukrainian FP-9 rocket

Politics 07/02/2026, 19:14

Bloomberg reports on the probable combat debut of the Ukrainian ballistic missile FP-9. 🚀 Experts link this to a record of the interception of a 'long-range missile' in the report of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation. The missile is capable of developing a speed of up to 7 Mach and carrying a warhead weighing 800 kg. 🇺🇦🇷🇺

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German flag against a blue sky — symbol of changes in Germany’s social welfare system

The End of the Bürgergeld Era: How the New Grundsicherung System Will Change the Lives of 5.5 Million Germans and Ukrainians

Politics 07/02/2026, 19:02

🇩🇪 Starting July 1, 2026, Germany is abolishing Bürgergeld and introducing a strict Grundsicherung system. Savings limits have been reduced, and sanctions for refusing work have been tightened. How will this affect Ukrainians and locals? We break down the details of the reform. #Germany #SocialSupport #UkrainiansInGermany

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Laptop showing employee reservation interface and smartphone displaying military registration document — symbol of new rules for Ukraine’s critical enterprises

Reserve under the microscope: new strict rules for critical enterprises in Ukraine

Politics 07/02/2026, 18:59

The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine is tightening reservation rules: now deferment depends on salary and the absence of debts to the budget. 📉 Business has until August 2026 to confirm status, otherwise reserves will be removed. 🚫

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