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Ukrainian soldier in camouflage with Ukrainian flag on sleeve firing anti-tank rocket launcher, symbolizing new contract service model with guaranteed deferment

New model of military service in Ukraine: contracts with guaranteed deferment

Politics 06/13/2026, 19:31

A new model of military service has been approved in Ukraine: now deferment is guaranteed to every contract soldier and is written into the contract in advance 🇺🇦. The recovery period depends on years of service and participation in combat — the more frontline experience, the longer the rest. Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov called this a step towards transparency and predictability of service 📜🛡️

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Donald Trump at the desk in the Oval Office, discussing a peace agreement with Iran

Trump and Iran reach breakthrough: peace deal text agreed, war ending

Politics 06/13/2026, 19:28

The US and Iran have reached a breakthrough: the text of the peace agreement has been agreed upon, and the war is ending. The Prime Minister of Pakistan confirmed the document is ready, while Trump called rumors of a deal collapse disinformation. The signing is expected in Europe on June 13–15 with Vice President Vance. 🕊️🇺🇸🇮🇷

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Ukrainian finance minister in a yellow blouse discusses conditions for receiving $690 million from the IMF and tax reforms

Kyiv and the IMF: Conditions for Receiving $690 Million and Tough Tax Reforms

Politics 06/13/2026, 19:24

Ukraine and the IMF have agreed on the first review of the financing program: Kyiv will receive $690 million subject to tough reforms. 🇺🇦💰 Plans include abolishing parcel benefits, transitioning to market energy tariffs, and combating tax evasion. The Fund's Executive Board will approve the decision next month.

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Unblocking Negotiations: Ukraine and Moldova Get the 'Green Light' to Start EU Accession Talks

Politics 06/12/2026, 21:31

The EU has officially agreed to start accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova! 🇪🇺🇺🇦🇲🇩 The blockade by Hungary has been lifted following a change of power in Budapest. The first negotiation cluster will open as early as June 15. 🤝🚀

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Ukrainian soldiers in camouflage uniforms stand in formation, listening to a commander raising his hand. The scene illustrates the topic of mobilization and new service rules in the Ukrainian army.

Deferment after contract: Ukraine's Ministry of Defense clarifies mobilization rules and new salaries

Politics 06/12/2026, 21:25

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has officially confirmed: after the contract ends, servicemen are guaranteed a deferment from mobilization for at least 6 months. 🛡️ New types of contracts and salaries up to 460,000 hryvnias for infantrymen have also been announced. 💰

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy working in his office with the Ukrainian flag on his laptop, discussing the exclusion of the Russian language from the European Charter

Zelenskyy Excludes Russian from the European Charter: How This Will Change the Situation in Ukraine

Politics 06/12/2026, 21:20

🇺🇦 Zelenskyy signed a law excluding the Russian language from the European Charter. The Speaker of the Rada called this a step towards protecting the Ukrainian language and linguistic security. 📜 #Ukraine #Language #Politics

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Female hands holding a Ukrainian passport against a blurred office background — symbolizing difficulties in obtaining the document due to air raids and delays

Air Raids and Delays: Why Getting a Foreign Passport in Ukraine is Currently Difficult

Politics 06/12/2026, 21:07

In Ukraine, there may be delays in issuing foreign passports due to constant missile attacks on Kyiv. The "Ukraine" Polygraph Kombinat is forced to halt production during air raids to evacuate employees, which shifts the deadlines for printing documents. 🇺🇦🚨

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Alexander Lukashenko at an official event discussing the causes of wars and predicting the end of conflicts in 2024

Lukashenko on the causes of wars: 'Not God, but ourselves' and a forecast for the end of conflicts in 2024

Politics 06/12/2026, 21:04

Alexander Lukashenko stated that wars in the world are caused by the 'human factor,' not the will of God. He is confident that conflicts can be ended this year if 'a few people' wish for it. 🌍🤝

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Marco Rubio in a business suit against a blurred architectural background, serious expression, in the context of addressing Russians amid the threat of the 'Oreshnik' strike

Greetings in the Shadow of Threat: Marco Rubio Addresses Russians Amidst Risk of 'Oreshnik' Strike

Politics 06/12/2026, 19:38

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated Russians on Russia Day, calling for a peaceful settlement. However, the diplomatic gesture came against the backdrop of alarming warnings: Ukraine is expecting a strike by the "Oreshnik" ballistic missile, about which Kyiv has already received information from American allies. 🇺🇸🇷🇺🚀

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Russian 'Oreshnik' missile system on parade in Moscow, raising concerns for the US and Ukraine

US warns Ukraine of potential 'Oreshnik' strike: what is known about the new attack

Politics 06/12/2026, 19:31

🚨 The US has warned Ukraine of a possible strike by the Russian 'Oreshnik' missile. 🇺🇸🇷🇺 There are no official statements yet, but Ukrainian authorities urge vigilance. Previously, 'Oreshnik' has attacked Ukrainian cities three times. 🛰️🔥 #Ukraine #Oreshnik #Security

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Ukrainian soldier in camouflage with a rifle against a sunset backdrop, symbolizing return after ZSU amnesty

Return without trial: The Armed Forces of Ukraine launch amnesty for deserters and new contracts up to 460,000 UAH

Politics 06/12/2026, 19:28

The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has launched a voluntary return program for deserters: you can choose a brigade and position without a trial. New contracts with salaries up to 460,000 hryvnias and a rotation system every two months have also been announced. 🇺🇦💰📉

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Alexander Lukashenko in front of Russian and Belarusian flags, discussing potential end dates for the war in Ukraine

Lukashenko confident: war in Ukraine could end in 2026 — it all depends on 'a few people'

Politics 06/12/2026, 19:23

🇧🇾 Lukashenko confident: war in Ukraine could end in 2026 — it all depends on 'a few people'. 🇺🇦 Ukrainian army liberated over 600 km² since the start of the year, while British intelligence estimates Russian losses at 500,000. ⚖️ Zelensky: coming months are decisive. #Ukraine #Lukashenko #War2026

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Donald Trump on phone discussing cancellation of strike on Iran after talks with leaders of Qatar, UAE and Pakistan

A Phone Call Saved Iran: How Leaders of Qatar, UAE, and Pakistan Convinced Trump to Cancel the Strike

Politics 06/12/2026, 19:17

Trump canceled the strike on Iran after calls from the leaders of Qatar, UAE, and Pakistan 📞🇮🇷. They convinced him that a peace agreement is already ready. Instead of war — signing a treaty on the nuclear program. 🤝🌍

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Vladimir Putin announces intensified strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure in response to attacks on Russia

Putin Announces Intensification of Strikes on Ukrainian Infrastructure in Response to Attacks on Russia

Politics 06/12/2026, 19:06

🇷🇺 Putin announced the intensification of strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure in response to attacks on Russia. According to him, the goal is to discourage Kyiv from attacking civilian objects. 🇺🇦🔥 #Putin #Ukraine #War

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Vladimir Putin at a meeting: reveals the size of the grouping on the front

Putin reveals the size of the grouping on the front: almost half of the Russian army is fighting Ukraine

Politics 06/12/2026, 18:59

Putin stated that more than 700,000 Russian military personnel are on the front in Ukraine — almost half of the entire Russian army. 🇷🇺📉 British intelligence estimates Moscow's losses at 500,000 people, while the number of contractors in Russia is falling by 20%. 📉💸

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Vladimir Putin in an official setting, discussing Russia's plans to create a Starlink analog for managing heavy drones.

Putin Reveals Russia's Plans to Create a 'Starlink Analog' for Controlling Heavy Drones

Politics 06/12/2026, 17:20

Vladimir Putin announced the launch of Russian satellites for drone control. According to him, the "Starlink analog" is already operational, and the constellation will be fully deployed by 2025. 🛰️🇷🇺

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Women with umbrellas walking on a street in Kyiv during heavy rain and flooding

Kyiv turns into a river: powerful downpour, hail, and flooding in the capital of Ukraine

Politics 06/12/2026, 16:49

Kyiv and the region were hit by a powerful storm: downpours turned streets into rivers, and cars are going underwater 🌧️🚗. Rescuers declared a yellow danger level due to hail and winds up to 20 m/s. Bad weather continues for the second day in many regions of Ukraine 🌪️.

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Meeting of G7 foreign ministers in Vaux-de-Cernay, France, with flags of participating countries in the background

US and Iran on the Brink of a Deal: Ceasefire Memorandum Could Be Signed in Geneva Before the G7 Summit

Politics 06/12/2026, 16:06

Media reports suggest a potential signing of a memorandum between the US and Iran in Geneva before the G7 summit. The document could include a 60-day ceasefire and sanctions relief. Trump declared the war over, but Tehran has not yet confirmed participation in the ceremony. 🇺🇸🤝🇮🇷

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