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Financial Sovereignty vs. Transnational Giants: How Europe Plans to Displace Visa and Mastercard

Economy 06/16/2026, 18:25

Europe is launching a large-scale program to reduce dependence on Visa and Mastercard, fearing the use of US payment systems as a sanctions weapon. 🇪🇺🚫🇺🇸 Brussels is actively developing alternatives: the digital euro and the unified Wero wallet, which combines national systems. The goal is to ensure financial sovereignty and create an independent infrastructure by 2026. 💳🔒

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Staff shortage in the delivery market: how Bolt is fighting the courier deficit in Ukraine

Economy 06/16/2026, 18:22

The delivery market in Ukraine is facing an acute shortage of couriers due to mobilization and emigration. Bolt is raising salaries to 30,000 hryvnias to retain staff amid growing demand. 🛵📉

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Masha and the Bear Goes Global: Netflix Acquires Rights to New Seasons

Culture 06/16/2026, 18:19

Netflix has officially acquired the rights to new seasons of "Masha and the Bear." 🐻📺 The animated series will be available in more than 100 countries, including the US and Europe. Experts note that this decision is dictated by the project's consistently high ratings among preschoolers worldwide. 🌍👶

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Trump vs. 'Fake News': US President Decides to Personally Read Out the Text of the Agreement with Iran

Politics 06/16/2026, 18:16

Trump declared war on 'fake news' at the G7 summit: he decided to personally read out the text of the agreement with Iran so that the media would not distort the essence of the agreements. 🇺🇸🇮🇷📝

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One application — all services: how life has become easier for veterans and families of the fallen in Ukraine

Politics 06/16/2026, 18:13

In Ukraine, obtaining state services for veterans and families of fallen defenders has been simplified: now, a single application via «Diia» is enough to obtain status, receive benefits, and get social support. Data is pulled automatically, and a decision is made within 5 days. 🇺🇦📱

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Negotiations on Ukraine Already This Summer: Berlin's Forecast and Assessment of the Frontline Situation

Politics 06/16/2026, 18:10

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadefuhl stated that peace negotiations on Ukraine could begin as early as this summer. Berlin assesses the frontline situation as a strategic deadlock, forcing the Kremlin to seek political solutions. 🇪🇺🕊️

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Zelenskyy on Peace: Ukraine Ready for Ceasefire, but Russia Remains Silent

Politics 06/16/2026, 18:07

Zelenskyy in Evian-les-Bains stated that Ukraine is politically ready for a ceasefire, but Russia is not showing activity. G7 leaders unanimously supported Kyiv, recognizing its leadership and military successes. The president called Moscow's actions a "game" rather than serious steps towards peace. 🇺🇦🤝🌍

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Lavrov on Ukraine's EU accession: 'They will simply fall apart'

Politics 06/16/2026, 18:04

Sergei Lavrov stated that Ukraine's accession to the EU could lead to the disintegration of the bloc. The head of the Russian Foreign Ministry believes that the transformation into a military bloc would be a fatal mistake. 🌍🔥

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Stolypin's Ashes in Kyiv: Why the Reformer's Remains Will Stay in the Lavra Until the End of the War

Politics 06/16/2026, 18:02

Pyotr Stolypin's ashes will remain in the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra until the end of the war. The reserve director stated that exhumation is not planned out of respect for the position of the reformer's great-grandson, who advocates for preserving the burial site under current conditions. 🇺🇦🕯️

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Trump Confirms Return of Sanctions on Russian Oil: How the Ceasefire with Iran Changes the Energy Map

Politics 06/16/2026, 17:59

Trump confirmed the imminent return of strict sanctions on Russian oil. 🛢️ The reason is the ceasefire with Iran and falling oil prices: the US can now close loopholes for the "shadow fleet" without fearing an energy crisis. 📉

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Zelensky Rejects Kremlin Proposal: 'I Don't Play These Games' — Details of Refusal to Meet with Putin

Politics 06/16/2026, 17:56

🚨 Zelensky rejects Kremlin proposal for a meeting in Moscow: 'I don't play these games'. The President of Ukraine called the format manipulation and proposed neutral venues. 🇷🇺 60% of Russians want to stop the war, but Putin is blocking peace. #Ukraine #G7 #Zelensky

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Secret torture in the draft board: Odesa region TCC employees detained for abducting and beating conscripts

Politics 06/16/2026, 17:53

A group of TCC employees in the Odesa region has been exposed for abducting men and torturing them in the draft board to improve mobilization statistics. Nine people have been detained, including those who used sexual violence and beat victims. 🔥🚓 #Ukraine #Mobilization #SBI

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Samsung's RB-Y1 humanoid robot begins real-world trials at South Korea's largest fulfillment center

Technology 06/16/2026, 17:49

Samsung's RB-Y1 humanoid robot has begun real-world trials at Coupang fulfillment centers 🤖📦. A wheeled platform and a 20-axis control system allow the robot to handle loads up to 3 kg at speeds of 1.5 m/s. This is a step towards mass warehouse automation in South Korea — a global leader in robotics 🇰🇷🚀

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Zelensky on Abramovich's role in negotiations: 'It depends on Putin'

Politics 06/16/2026, 17:45

Zelensky stated that Abramovich could become an intermediary in negotiations, but it depends on Putin. The oligarch has already visited Kyiv and promised to provide feedback to Moscow. 🇺🇦🇷🇺

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Women take the wheel: sharp rise in female drivers at Bolt Ukraine

Economy 06/16/2026, 17:42

Bolt Ukraine has recorded a sharp rise in the number of female drivers: their numbers have increased by 2.5–3 times in a year. 🚗💃 Partners note a high level of service and responsibility, and the trend of feminization has also covered the food delivery service. 📈🛵

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Hryvnia strengthens: NBU lowers official dollar and euro rates, explaining the savings protection strategy

Economy 06/16/2026, 17:36

NBU lowered the official dollar and euro rates on June 17: dollar — 44.78 UAH, euro — 51.94 UAH. The regulator explained that maintaining high rates on hryvnia deposits is intended to protect citizens' savings from inflation and reduce demand for foreign currency 💵📉

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Yellow alert in Kyiv: forecasters warn of thunderstorms and gusty winds

Incidents 06/16/2026, 17:39

Forecasters have declared a “yellow” alert level for Kyiv and most regions of Ukraine. 🌩️ Gusty winds up to 20 m/s are expected in the West, and thunderstorms across the country. The cause of the unstable weather is a cyclone that has shifted to the north of the country. 🌬️

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Food prices in Ukraine on June 16: eggs have become cheaper, buckwheat and milk remain stable

Economy 06/16/2026, 17:33

Food prices in Ukraine on June 16: eggs have become cheaper in major chains, while buckwheat and milk remain stable 📉🥚. Targeted fluctuations are observed in the bread and oil segments. Find out where you can save! 🛒💰

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