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Mini-apartments prices soar: where rent has tripled and buying housing has become almost impossible

Economy 06/16/2026, 07:48

🏠 Prices for mini-apartments in Ukraine have soared: in the West, rent has tripled, and in Ivano-Frankivsk, buying a "small apartment" is now 4 times more expensive. In Kyiv, you need to save for almost 10 years for housing. We break down the numbers of the new real estate market. 📉📈

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Three years for one: how military operations affect the pension amount for veterans in Ukraine

Politics 06/16/2026, 07:44

Veterans of the war in Ukraine receive special conditions: one year of service in the combat zone is equivalent to three years of seniority. 🇺🇦 In addition, the state guarantees a minimum pension amount and the right to early retirement. 💰

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Winter 1000: June 30 deadline and new Independence Day payments — what you need to know

Economy 06/16/2026, 07:41

⏰ By June 30 — the last chance to spend the "Winter 1000"! The remainder will return to the budget. 🇺🇦 Also, payments for Independence Day 2026 have been approved: from 450 to 3100 UAH for veterans and families of the fallen. #Ukraine #Winter1000 #Payments

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Shadow over the Ceasefire: CIA Director Warns Trump of Iran's Hidden Intentions

Politics 06/16/2026, 06:08

CIA Director John Ratcliffe warned Donald Trump that intelligence doubts Iran's sincerity on the nuclear issue. Despite the upcoming ceasefire in Switzerland, the US is ready to resume war if Tehran violates the terms. 🇺🇸🇮🇷🚫

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Aftermath of the attack in the Krasnodar Krai: Oil depot catches fire in Poltavskaya stanitsa

Incidents 06/16/2026, 06:05

🔥 On the night of June 16, a major oil depot caught fire in Poltavskaya stanitsa following a drone attack. 32 rescuers are working at the scene, and the highway is closed. Strikes on Russia's oil infrastructure continue, causing fuel shortages even in Moscow and St. Petersburg. 🚛🛢️

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Fuel Crisis: Russia Officially Permits Sale of 'Dirty' Gasoline Due to Drone Attacks

Economy 06/16/2026, 06:02

Russian authorities have permitted plants to produce fuel with excessive harmful substances to cover the deficit following drone attacks. Since the beginning of 2026, strikes on refineries have doubled, leading to production stoppages and a 10% rise in gasoline prices. Limits on refueling have been introduced in Moscow and St. Petersburg. ⛽📉🇷🇺

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Sanctions against the shadow fleet and a nuclear shield: UK tightens course against Russia at G7 summit

Politics 06/16/2026, 05:58

At the G7 summit, the UK announced tough sanctions against the Russian "shadow fleet" and imposed an embargo on LNG vessels. 🚢🚫 Simultaneously, London and Kyiv signed a 2-year nuclear agreement: uranium supplies for "Energoatom" will ensure light for Ukrainians this winter. ⚡🇬🇧🇺🇦

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Canada Breaks Through the European Front: First SAFE Program Contract and Ottawa's Strategic Pivot

Politics 06/16/2026, 05:55

Canada has secured its first contract under the European defense program SAFE worth $10 million, becoming the only non-European partner. 🇨🇦🇪🇺 Amidst Trump's threats to make Canada the "51st state," Ottawa is actively drawing closer to the EU and rejecting American military equipment in favor of Swedish alternatives. 🤝🚀

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Strict rules for newcomers: EU prepares 'safeguards' for Ukraine and Moldova

Politics 06/16/2026, 03:05

European Commissioner Marta Kos announced the creation of 'strict' safeguard mechanisms for new EU member states. Brussels wants to avoid repeating the Hungarian scenario and plans to limit the veto right for newcomers. Montenegro will be the first country where these new rules will be tested, while Ukraine insists on full membership without compromises. 🇪🇺🚫🇺🇦

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Geneva Agreement: US and Iran Agree on Ceasefire and Unblocking of the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 06/16/2026, 02:13

The US and Iran have agreed on a memorandum on a ceasefire and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. 🛑🛢️ Donald Trump confirmed the signing: the official ceremony will take place in Geneva. Oil markets are reacting with falling prices, but the issue of the nuclear program remains open. 📉🇮🇷

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B-52 Crash at Andrews Base: Legendary Bomber Crashes Immediately After Takeoff

Politics 06/16/2026, 01:20

🚨 Disaster at Andrews Base: legendary B-52 bomber crashes immediately after takeoff during tests. 🛑 This is not the first loss for the US Air Force this year — dozens of aircraft were destroyed in the Epic Fury operation alone. 🇺🇸

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Lukashenko apologized to Zelensky for harsh words, but warned: 'As they sing, so they are buried'

Politics 06/16/2026, 01:16

In an interview, Lukashenko apologized to Zelensky for harsh words, but explained this as a reaction to threats from Kyiv. The President of Belarus called on his Ukrainian colleague to "calm down" and not provoke Minsk, recalling his peace proposals from 2022. 🇧🇾🇺🇦

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Historic Shock at the 2026 World Cup: Spain Fails to Score Against Cape Verde, and a 40-Year-Old Goalkeeper Becomes a Legend

Sports 06/16/2026, 01:13

Historic shock at the 2026 World Cup! 🇪🇸 Spain failed to defeat debutant Cape Verde, losing the statistical battle but failing to score a single goal. 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha made 7 saves, became a legend, and exploded on social media, gaining 2 million followers in just a few hours! 🧤🔥 #WC2026 #Football

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Eagle Partner 2026: US, France, and Greece Join Peacekeeping Exercises in Armenia

Politics 06/16/2026, 01:09

In June 2026, Armenia will host the Eagle Partner exercises with participation from military personnel of the US, France, and Greece. The main focus is preparation for peacekeeping missions. The event takes place against the backdrop of Yerevan's rapprochement with the West and cooling relations with Russia. 🇦🇲🇺🇸🇫🇷

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Strike against the shadow fleet and factories: EU introduces new sanctions package against Russia's war machine

Politics 06/15/2026, 22:55

EU introduces new sanctions package against Russia's war machine: drone factories, Chinese suppliers, and the "shadow fleet" are hit 🚢🚫. Vlasuk: this is just the beginning, the 21st package with entry bans for military personnel and strikes on the energy sector is coming soon 🇪🇺🇷🇺

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Zelensky Urges EU to Accelerate Ukraine's Accession: 'We Have Earned the Right to Move Faster'

Politics 06/15/2026, 22:35

Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine has earned accelerated EU accession as a response to Russian aggression. The President emphasized Kyiv's readiness to open all negotiation clusters, noting that the first one has already been launched in Brussels. 🇺🇦🇪🇺

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Meeting in the US: Zelenskyy and Trump Discuss a Format Putin Will Find Hard to Refuse

Politics 06/15/2026, 22:30

Zelenskyy and Trump discussed a format for a meeting with Putin in the US that the Russian leader will find hard to refuse. If the Kremlin refuses again, the West is preparing additional pressure. 🇺🇸🇺🇦🇷🇺

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Belgium and Egypt at the 2026 World Cup: The Return of Legends and the 'Pharaohs' Historic Chance

Sports 06/15/2026, 22:26

Belgium and Egypt prepare for the 2026 World Cup: the "Red Devils" refresh their squad under Garcia, while the "Pharaohs" with Salah and Hassan strive for their first World Cup victory. 🇧🇪🇪🇬⚽

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