All News — XAB.info

Latvian official discusses trade blockade with Russia and exceptions for pharmaceuticals

Trade blockade with Russia: Latvia prepares to sever all ties but leaves a loophole for pharmaceuticals

Politics 06/03/2026, 12:46

🚫 Latvia is preparing to completely sever trade ties with Russia. Prime Minister Kučs has tasked the Foreign Ministry with finding a solution, but has left a loophole for the pharmaceutical industry. 🇪🇺 Coordination with the EU is inevitable.

Read more →

Students with textbooks walking on campus of a modern university in Lviv, symbolizing the leadership of Lviv universities in the 2025 ranking

Scientific Capital of the West: Lviv Universities Top the 2025 Ranking

Science 06/03/2026, 12:49

Lviv universities have once again proven their superiority: three of the city's institutions topped the ranking of the best universities in western Ukraine for 2025. Experts evaluated scientific achievements and applicant scores. 🎓🇺🇦

Read more →

Russian soldiers marching with military trucks in the background, illustrating the theme of war instead of a diploma

War instead of a diploma: how the Kremlin is changing the education system to replenish the ranks of the army

Politics 06/03/2026, 12:39

🇷🇺 Russia is cutting university places in "unnecessary" specialties, but giving benefits to families of fallen soldiers. Experts: education has become a recruitment tool. 🎓⚔️ #Russia #Education #War

Read more →

Baptism of a child in church: priest conducts the sacrament, godparents hold candles next to the infant

Godparents: Selection Rules, Restrictions, and Responsibility According to the PCU

Culture 06/03/2026, 12:35

The PCU explained how to correctly choose godparents for a child: it is not just a formality, but a lifelong responsibility. Who can be a godparent and who cannot, and how many there should be — read in our material 🕯️👶 #PCU #baptism #godparents

Read more →

Street vendor under a red umbrella during a downpour in Ukraine, illustrating sudden cooling and rainy weather on June 3

Cooling and wind: how the weather will change in Ukraine on June 3

Incidents 06/03/2026, 12:32

On Wednesday, June 3, Ukraine will be hit by a cooling spell: temperatures in central regions will drop to +17°C, while Kyiv expects rain and strong winds. Meteorologists advise dressing warmer, although summer weather up to +26°C will persist in the west and south of the country. 🌧️🌬️

Read more →

Warsaw skyline featuring the Palace of Culture and Science against modern skyscrapers, illustrating the contrast in housing prices between Poland and Ukraine

Housing in Ukraine is three times cheaper than in Poland: how war and security shape the real estate market

Economy 06/03/2026, 12:28

Housing in Ukraine is three times cheaper than in Poland: the average price of a 30–40 m² apartment is $39,000 vs $124,000 in Poland. At the same time, demand for small housing in Ukraine is 23% higher, and prices depend directly on proximity to the front line. 🏠📉

Read more →

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken amid discussions of new sanctions against Iran, including crypto exchanges and citizens

New blow to Iran's economy: US expands sanctions to crypto exchanges and citizens

Politics 06/03/2026, 12:24

The US has expanded sanctions against Iran, adding four crypto exchanges and citizens to the list. Previously, oil tankers and companies in Hong Kong were targeted. Tehran is seeking a temporary deal to relieve economic pressure 📉🛑

Read more →

Massive fire at oil terminal in St. Petersburg port: thick black smoke rises above tanks after drone attack

Massive Fire in St. Petersburg Port: Drone Attack on Oil Terminal and Regional Consequences

Incidents 06/03/2026, 12:21

🔥 A massive fire broke out in the St. Petersburg port after a drone attack on an oil terminal. Explosions continued until morning, and the fire engulfed oil tanks. The governor reported 30 shot-down UAVs but did not comment on the fire. #StPetersburg #Fire #Drones #OilTerminal

Read more →

Hungarian Foreign Minister at press conference with Hungarian flag in background, amid mass resignations at MFA

Mass Resignations at the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs: New Government Begins 'Purge' of Diplomatic Corps

Politics 06/03/2026, 12:17

The new Hungarian government has launched a major reform at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 45 officials who worked with former minister Szijjártó have been offered dismissal. 🇭🇺👔 The official Budapest calls this "humane treatment" and a step towards restoring allies' trust. 🤝📉

Read more →

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in office with Ukrainian flag in background, preparing for G7 summit with focus on air defense and military diplomacy

Zelenskyy at the G7 Summit: Betting on Air Defense and Military Diplomacy

Politics 06/03/2026, 12:14

🇺🇦 Zelenskyy confirms attendance at the G7 summit in France! Will discuss air defense, military diplomacy, and support from Western partners. 🌍⚡️ #Ukraine #G7 #AirDefense

Read more →

Outdoor thermometer showing high temperature, symbolizing the threat of record heat due to Super El Niño warned by the UN

Super El Niño: UN warns of global threat of record heat and floods

Science 06/03/2026, 12:11

The UN has warned of a global threat: there is a 90% probability that a powerful El Niño phenomenon will occur by November. 🌍🔥 This will lead to record temperatures, droughts in Asia, and floods in Africa, creating a serious shortage of food and energy.

Read more →

US soldier with Polish flag patch on vest against American flag backdrop — symbol of US presence in Strait of Hormuz before June 3 incident

Exchange of Strikes on the Night of June 3: How Iran and the US Violated the Ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 06/03/2026, 03:58

🚨 On the night of June 3, Iran and the US exchanged strikes despite the ceasefire. Missiles flew towards Kuwait and Bahrain, and both sides accused each other of aggression. 🌍⚔️

Read more →

Missiles on a launch system of a Russian drone system, demonstrating the growth in drone production

Politics 06/03/2026, 03:50

Read more →

Russian EMERCOM firefighter extinguishing fire in smoke after night attack on Moscow

Strike on 'Progress' and Mass Attack on Moscow: What is Known About the Night Flights

Incidents 06/03/2026, 02:54

In the night of today, a wave of drone attacks swept across Russia. The 'Progress' plant in Michurinsk came under attack, where a fire occurred, and Moscow's air defense shot down dozens of drones. 🚨🚁

Read more →

Oil tanker in open sea targeted by US Hellfire missile for ignoring Iran blockade order

US Hellfire missile strikes oil tanker ignoring Iran blockade order

Politics 06/03/2026, 02:57

The US struck the oil tanker M/T Lexie, heading to Iran, with a Hellfire missile. The crew ignored blockade warnings, leading to the vessel being disabled. This is already the sixth ship destroyed since the start of the operation in April. 🚢💥

Read more →

Donald Trump in a blue suit and red tie with an American flag pin, looking seriously at the camera near a microphone — demanding written guarantees from Iran on the nuclear deal

Trump Demands Written Guarantees from Iran: Verbal Promises on Nuclear Deal Are Not Enough

Politics 06/03/2026, 01:57

Trump demands written concessions from Iran on the nuclear program — verbal promises are not enough. Secretary of State Rubio named key requirements: disposal of enriched uranium and strict restrictions. Are negotiations at risk of collapse? 🇺🇸🇮🇷

Read more →

Fencers in white uniforms and masks compete in a match at the World Championships, symbolizing the return of Russia and Belarus to international competitions under their own flags

The Fencing World Without Borders: Russia and Belarus Return to the World Championship Under Their Own Flags

Sports 06/03/2026, 01:49

🏅 FIE has lifted restrictions for Russia and Belarus! From 2026, they will compete at the World Championship under their own flags. 🇷🇺🇧🇾 #Fencing #Sports

Read more →

American soldiers in camouflage uniforms waiting in a hall, with the US flag waving in the background, illustrating the theme of troop withdrawal from Lithuania

US troops leave Lithuania: what lies behind the 'transition period'

Politics 06/03/2026, 01:45

The US has begun withdrawing over a thousand troops from Lithuania. Country officials assure this is merely a temporary pause due to logistics, but Europe is discussing a more significant reduction of American forces. 🇺🇸🇱🇹

Read more →