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Zelensky Promises 'Fair and Long-Range' Response from Ukraine to Mass Night Attack on Kyiv

Politics 08/21/2026, 10:08

Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine will respond 'fairly and with long-range strikes' to the mass night attack on Kyiv and the region, which, according to him, resulted in 15 deaths.

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Zelensky sends open letter to Madar: holiday greetings and invitation to Kyiv against the backdrop of EU cluster blockade

Politics 08/21/2026, 09:49

Zelensky sent an open letter to the Prime Minister of Hungary, Peter Madar, congratulating him on Saint Stephen's Day and thanking him for supporting sovereignty. Meanwhile, Budapest continues to block Kyiv's European integration clusters.

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Father of two whose wife died could not return home for nearly two months after mobilization — ombudsman

Politics 08/21/2026, 09:23

Ombudsman Lubyntsev told about a case where the TCC mobilized a father of two children whose wife had died. The man could not return home for almost two months until the ombudsman intervened and secured his discharge.

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From the Cabinet to 'Naftogaz': Why Sviridenko's experience as Prime Minister is considered a key asset for the energy giant

Politics 08/21/2026, 09:31

Economist Boris Kushniruk stated that Yulia Sviridenko's experience as Prime Minister of Ukraine could strengthen NAK 'Naftogaz' due to her communication skills with the government, parliament, and international creditors. Sviridenko has already discussed the company's strategy with the new supervisory board.

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Resorts Under Siege: Outflow of Tourists on Russia's Black Sea Coast, and Putin Has Almost Stopped Flying to Sochi

Politics 08/21/2026, 09:16

The number of tourists on the Russian Black Sea coast has decreased by 10.8% due to drone attacks and oil spills, and bookings in Sochi have fallen by 40%. Putin has almost stopped visiting the resort.

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Kyslytsia: Putin Does Not Want Negotiations, Counting on Ukraine Not Surviving the Winter

Politics 08/21/2026, 08:11

First Deputy Head of the President's Office Kyslytsia stated that Putin does not strive for negotiations, calculating that Ukraine will not survive the winter. Meanwhile, Kyiv continues the diplomatic track and awaits the visit of American negotiators.

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Zelenskyy demands 'real proposals' from the Ministry of Defense for a 'more humane' mobilization

Politics 08/21/2026, 07:43

Zelenskyy demanded 'real proposals' from the Ministry of Defense to change mobilization, stating that it must become 'more humane' and systematic. The ministry is preparing a reform of the mobilization system and TRRCs.

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On the 35th Anniversary of Independence, Klitschko Awarded 61 Kyiv Defenders with 'Honor. Glory. State' Medals

Politics 08/21/2026, 06:13

On the 35th Anniversary of Independence, Klitschko awarded 61 Kyiv defenders with 'Honor. Glory. State' medals. Since the beginning of 2026, the capital has transferred more than 52,000 UAVs to the front and directed over 1 billion UAH to assist those returned.

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Von der Leyen: Russia is 'revenge-attacking' civilians; EU bets on Ukraine's anti-ballistic defense

Politics 08/21/2026, 05:59

Von der Leyen stated that Russia is 'taking revenge' with strikes on civilians because, in her assessment, it is losing the war. The EU is increasing support for Ukraine's anti-ballistic potential against the backdrop of attacks on the night of August 20.

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Rumors about a 'new' student deferment from September 1: what has actually changed in mobilization rules

Politics 08/21/2026, 06:07

In the run-up to the academic year, rumors spread on social networks about an allegedly new student deferment from September 1, 2026. A lawyer explained that the semester norm has been in effect since 2025, and Resolution No. 978 only changed the re-registration procedure.

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GBR launches special operation in Ukrainian Armed Forces units: investigating fake service, illegal payments, and soldiers' 'private' work

Politics 08/21/2026, 05:24

Since August 20, the GBR, together with the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, has been conducting a special operation in military units: checking for fake service, illegal payments, and the involvement of soldiers in private work. Indictments will be sent to court against 16 defendants.

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«Forrest Gump»: SAP Prosecutor Names All Defendants, Mikityas Receives Fifth Suspicion

Politics 08/21/2026, 05:18

The SAP prosecutor at the HACC hearing revealed the names of all defendants in the «Forrest Gump» and «Themis» cases; former MP Mikityas received a fifth suspicion regarding the collection of funds for Halushchenko's bail.

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Romanian F-16 destroys sea drone near Neptun Alpha gas platform: timeline and origin disputes

Politics 08/21/2026, 04:05

A Romanian F-16 fighter destroyed a sea drone in the exclusive economic zone near the Neptun Alpha gas platform. Earlier that same day, an aerial drone was shot down over Tulcea County.

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Ukraine's MoD refutes rumors of Khmara being 'written off' via medical board: MoD explains the legal nature of his dismissal

Politics 08/21/2026, 03:52

Ukraine's Ministry of Defense has refuted rumors about Yevhen Khmara's dismissal from military service via a medical board. The MoD explained that he holds the post of minister as a civilian, as required by law, and is fully fit for service.

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Passport stamp as a condition for protection: Ukrainian Embassy in Germany gives critical advice to those traveling to the EU

Politics 08/21/2026, 03:35

The Ukrainian Embassy in Germany advises obtaining a border crossing stamp in the passport: without the mark, problems may arise when applying for temporary protection in the EU under the new Council Decision 2026/1912.

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Night Strike on Kyiv: Zelenskyy Reports 15 Dead, 30 Damaged Homes, and 168 Drones

Politics 08/21/2026, 03:23

A massive night strike by Russia on Kyiv and the region damaged 30 homes, a school, a hospital, and a kindergarten. Zelenskyy reported 15 deaths in the capital and called on partners to strengthen air defense.

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GUR reports deep strike attacks on airfields with drones, 'Nebo-U' radar systems, and an oil terminal in the Krasnodar Krai

Politics 08/21/2026, 02:59

On the night of August 20, GUR operators together with the Defense Forces hit airfields with drones in Donetsk and Primorsko-Akhtarsk, two radar stations, and the 'Tamanneftegaz' marine oil terminal in the Krasnodar Krai.

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Ukrainian women in the EU will have to prove they are not 'draft dodgers': EC confirms gender neutrality of new temporary protection rules

Politics 08/21/2026, 02:53

European Commission spokesperson Lammert stated that the EU Council's decision on temporary protection makes no distinction by gender: Ukrainian women liable for military service will also have to prove they are not evading service.

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