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Putin Rejects Possibility of Negotiations with Ukraine: 'No Preconditions'

Politics 06/23/2026, 16:06

🚫 Putin rejects the possibility of negotiations with Ukraine: 'No preconditions'. Western countries, he says, are afraid to retaliate against Russia's strikes. 🇷🇺🇺🇦

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Lavrov warns Ukraine of 'full range of measures' over demands on Belarus

Politics 06/23/2026, 15:55

Lavrov warned Ukraine of the application of the 'full range of measures' due to demands on Belarus. The Minister accused Zelenskyy of trying to drag Minsk into the war. Earlier, Kyiv issued an ultimatum regarding repeaters helping Russia guide drones 🇷🇺🇺🇦🚀

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Instead of Zelenskyy: Yulia Sviridenko to lead the Ukrainian delegation to URC-2026 in Gdansk

Politics 06/23/2026, 14:40

Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko has officially confirmed that she will lead the Ukrainian delegation to the URC-2026 conference in Gdansk instead of Volodymyr Zelenskyy. 🇺🇦🤝 The main goals of the trip will be defense and economic issues. It is noted that due to the scandal over the Order of the White Eagle, the President of Poland, Karol Nawrocki, did not receive an invitation to the forum. 🇵🇱🚫

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Strict measures for speeding: a bill to increase fines is being prepared in the Verkhovna Rada

Politics 06/23/2026, 14:37

A bill is being prepared in Ukraine for a sharp increase in fines for speeding. Deputies and the police have joined forces to reduce road mortality. In addition, a penalty point system is being introduced this year, and dozens of new cameras for recording violations are already operating on the highways. 🚓📸

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Lavrov on negotiations with Ukraine: Moscow ready to return to dialogue, but blames the West for derailing peace

Politics 06/23/2026, 14:27

Sergey Lavrov declared Russia's readiness to resume negotiations with Ukraine but accused the US and EU of derailing peace to arm Kyiv. 🇷🇺🤝🇺🇦 The diplomat noted the tightening of sanctions by the Trump administration and Washington's refusal to play the role of mediator. ⚖️📉

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Crimea in flames: how Ukrainian strikes are turning the peninsula into a 'cauldron' and destroying the economy

Politics 06/23/2026, 14:20

Crimea is turning into a 'cauldron' for Russian troops: strikes on CHPs and logistics are destroying infrastructure. Tourists are massively canceling trips, and occupiers are beginning to evacuate their families. 🔥🚫🚂

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SBU Alpha: 32 Years of Elite Excellence and Top Ranking in Enemy Destruction in 2026

Politics 06/23/2026, 14:23

The SBU Special Operations Center "Alpha" marks its 32nd anniversary. The unit leads the ranking in enemy destruction, with strikes on the Moscow Refinery and Operation "Web" causing $7 billion in damage. The SBU has announced a call for fighters. 🇺🇦🛡️🚁

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Thunderstorms over Kyiv: Meteorologists warn of squalls and hail in central Ukraine

Politics 06/23/2026, 14:16

🌩️ Meteorologists have warned of powerful thunderstorms over Kyiv and the Kyiv region. A cold front will bring squalls and hail to central and southern Ukraine until the end of June 23. Complications for transport and utility services are expected. ⚡️🏙️

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Poland's Digital Shield: How the Modernized Eurodac and EES System Are Changing the Rules at EU Borders

Politics 06/23/2026, 14:03

Poland has activated the modernized Eurodac to strengthen the fight against illegal migration. The system has already helped deny entry to 11,000 foreigners. From 2026, the country will also tighten control over employment contracts. 🇵🇱🛂

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War between regulator and operator: NBU demands removal of Ihor Smelyanskyi from the post of head of Ukrposhta

Politics 06/23/2026, 13:53

The NBU declared the head of "Ukrposhta", Ihor Smelyanskyi, unfit for the position due to systemic violations and demanded his removal. Smelyanskyi accused the regulator of corruption and an attempt to sabotage the creation of a postal bank. The conflict is turning into a legal battle. 🏦📉⚖️

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The Constitution in Sign Language: How Ukraine Ensured Access to the Fundamental Law for Deaf Citizens

Politics 06/23/2026, 13:39

To mark the 30th anniversary of the Fundamental Law, Ukraine has translated the Constitution into sign language for the first time. 🇺🇦🤟 The project united experts from nine regions to create a unified standard, ensuring deaf citizens have direct access to their rights. This is an important step towards inclusivity! ♿⚖️

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Oschadbank Scandal in Hungary: Orban's Prosecutor May Resign

Politics 06/23/2026, 13:26

Hungary's Prosecutor General Gábor Balint Nagy, appointed under Orbán, may resign due to the scandal involving the detention of Oschadbank cash-in-transit guards 🇭🇺🚨 Prime Minister Madjar confirmed that the investigation is underway, and all stolen assets have already been returned to Ukraine. 🇺🇦💰

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Kim Jong Un's Nuclear Leap: Pyongyang Prepares to 'Outpace the World' and New Bases on the Border

Politics 06/23/2026, 13:05

Kim Jong Un ordered the expansion of North Korea's nuclear arsenal to "outpace the world." 🚀 At a party meeting, it was decided to build new military bases on the southern border, while the US and South Korean Nuclear Consultative Group was labeled a "nuclear war organ." ⚔️

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War in the Rear: How Ukraine Doubled Strike Range and Paralyzed Russia's Logistics

Politics 06/23/2026, 13:02

Ukraine has radically changed tactics: strikes are now delivered to a depth of up to 3000 km, paralyzing RF logistics. 🇺🇦🚀 The bridge in Crimea has been closed, and new Fire Point drones are already hitting targets in the deep rear. 📉

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Massive drone attack: Russia strikes Ukraine with 135 drones, air defenses shoot down 118

Politics 06/23/2026, 12:55

🚨 Massive attack: Russia launched 135 drones at Ukraine. Air defenses shot down 118 targets, but strikes hit Crimea and Zaporizhzhia. 🔥 Oil bases are burning in Crimea, the Kerch Bridge is blocked. The situation remains tense.

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Bill Pulte Begins 'Purge' in US Intelligence: Mass Layoffs and Threat to National Security

Politics 06/23/2026, 12:48

🇺🇸 Bill Pulte, the new head of US National Intelligence, has begun mass layoffs, prompting Democrats in Congress to sound the alarm. Senators warned that cuts to counterterrorism centers could jeopardize the country's security. 🚨

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Trump Slams Germany and Italy: 'Very Bad Allies' and the Consequences of Refusal in the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 06/23/2026, 02:26

Trump called Germany and Italy 'very bad allies' due to the refusal to help in the Strait of Hormuz 🇺🇸🇪🇺. In response, the US withdrew 5,000 soldiers from Germany and reduced aid to London. Relations with Italy escalated to the cancellation of officials' visits. #Trump #NATO #Geopolitics

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«Oil Gusher»: Trump Announces Record Ship Traffic Through the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 06/23/2026, 01:28

Trump announced a record flow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz, calling it an "oil gusher." 🛢️🚢 The President emphasized that the strait is fully open and linked this to the fact that Iran "will never get nuclear weapons." 🇺🇸🚫☢️

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