Alexander Buran

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Founder and Editor-in-Chief of XAB.info. Received his education at the Odessa Polytechnic. Has been involved in web development and programming for over twenty years. Thanks to his technical background, he perfectly understands how algorithms, artificial intelligence, and the modern internet work.

In the publication, he is responsible for strategy, editorial policy, and the final decision on controversial materials. He personally writes about technology, the internet, artificial intelligence, and politics — where it is important to separate real changes from loud headlines.

XAB.info is designed as a publication that saves the reader's time: only verified essence, links to primary sources, and no clickbait.

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Basic Level vs. Ballistics: Ukraine's Ambassador to NATO on Why PURL Does Not Cover the Need for Patriot Interceptors

Politics 09/07/2026, 18:40

Alena Hetmanchuk, head of Ukraine's mission to NATO, stated that the PURL program provides only a basic level of Patriot interceptors, which is insufficient against the scale of Russian ballistic attacks.

Kyiv shortens the curfew and changes metro and business operating rules from September 10: what will change for residents

Politics 09/07/2026, 18:07

From September 10, Kyiv shortens the curfew to 01:00–05:00, introduces differentiated metro operation and allows businesses to function during "yellow" alerts. The decision was made due to the new tactics of Russian UAV attacks.

"Muza" in an Aura jacket: how "Carthage" case defendant Ivakhnenko appeared at the VAKS and what measure of restraint was chosen for her

Politics 09/07/2026, 17:59

Elizaveta Ivakhnenko, a defendant in the "Carthage" case known as "Muza," appeared at the VAKS in a jacket from the Ukrainian brand Aura. After the hearing, the court chose detention as her measure of restraint with the alternative of a 20 million hryvnia bail.

225th Assault Regiment Transfers to Operational Subordination of the 7th Corps of the Air Assault Troops: What This Changes on the Front

Politics 09/07/2026, 17:51

The 225th Separate Assault Regiment has transferred to the operational subordination of the 7th Corps of the Air Assault Troops. A source from XAB.info clarifies: this concerns the coordination of tasks within the corps' sector, not incorporation into its permanent staff composition.

Kyiv introduces new rules for shopping centers and stores during yellow danger level: what changes from September 10

Politics 09/07/2026, 17:44

From September 10, new rules for the operation of shopping centers and stores during the yellow danger level take effect in Kyiv: businesses will be able to function if they have a shelter or by agreement with the workforce, while the decision to stay inside remains with the visitor.

Robots Instead of People: Defense Ministry Reports 112,000 Ground Complex Missions in 2026

Technology 09/07/2026, 17:36

Ukraine's Defense Ministry reported that in August ground robotic complexes carried out more than 25,000 logistical and evacuation missions, and since the start of 2026 the number has reached approximately 112,000.

Expert: AfD's victory in Saxony-Anhalt elections will be a 'litmus test' for Berlin's aid to Ukraine

Politics 09/07/2026, 17:29

Former Ukrainian consul in Munich Dmytro Shevchenko stated that the AfD's victory in Saxony-Anhalt with 43.8% of the vote will be a "litmus test" for Berlin's policy on aid to Ukraine and Ukrainian refugees. The expert links a possible tightening of the course with the economic crisis in Germany and corruption scandals in Kyiv.

71% of Ukrainians consider themselves happy: level returns to pre-war figure — KMS survey

Politics 09/07/2026, 17:16

According to KMS, in May 2026, 71% of Ukrainians consider themselves happy — the figure has returned to the pre-war level. Meanwhile, 16% called themselves unhappy, and the share of uncertain answers shrank from 25% to 11%.

GTA 6 for Nintendo Switch 2: Cdiscount leak reveals unannounced editions and a port for the new console

Technology 09/07/2026, 16:43

French retailer Cdiscount accidentally published an internal document that lists a version of GTA 6 for the Nintendo Switch 2 and four unannounced editions. Rockstar Games has not officially confirmed the platform.

Kyiv to Temporarily Ban Mass Events at Open-Air Venues Without Shelters

Politics 09/07/2026, 16:35

Kyiv will temporarily ban entertainment and sports events at open-air venues without shelters. From 10 September, the curfew will be shortened and the metro's operation under different threat levels will be revised.

Ukrainian General Staff confirms strikes on railway bridge in Crimea and command posts in Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia regions

Politics 09/07/2026, 16:05

The Ukrainian General Staff reported a series of strikes on a railway bridge in Crimea, command posts, and an ammunition depot in the Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia regions during the night of September 7.

Peskov: Moscow does not rule out resuming trilateral talks on Ukraine after Witkoff and Kushner visits

Politics 09/07/2026, 15:06

Peskov stated that Moscow does not rule out resuming trilateral talks on Ukraine after Witkoff and Kushner's visits to the Kremlin and Kyiv. The Kremlin thanked Trump for his peace efforts.

Arduview: a pocket retro console where every detail is visible — from the board to the OLED display

Technology 09/07/2026, 15:14

Arduview is a pocket retro console weighing about 50 g with a fully transparent body, 400 built-in 8-bit games, and no internet access. Early buyers get the device for 49 dollars.

Ukraine Adjusts Its Weapons Requests to Match the Character of the War, but Does Not Change the Architecture of Priorities — Hetmanchuk

Politics 09/07/2026, 15:21

The Head of Ukraine's Mission to NATO, Alena Hetmanchuk, stated that Kyiv is adjusting its requests to partners in light of the changing character of the war, while maintaining the key areas: air defense, long-range artillery, and drone production.

Ukraine unveils a naval drone 'carrier': STING interceptors launch from the MV11 at sea

Technology 09/07/2026, 15:00

The Ukrainian maritime drone MV11 now carries STING interceptors in protected boxes and launches them at open sea. The GUR confirms the system's combat use.

Google Completely Removes Assistant from Android Smartphones: What Changes for User Privacy

Technology 09/07/2026, 14:25

From September 4, Google is replacing the Android assistant with the Gemini AI helper. New rules: conversations are saved by default for 18 months, some chats are reviewed by moderators, and their copies are stored for up to three years.

GUR: Russia Deployed the 101st Missile Brigade with the 'Oreshnik' System in Belarus

Politics 09/07/2026, 14:11

Oleg Ivashchenko, Head of the GUR of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense, stated that units of the Russian 101st Missile Brigade with the 'Oreshnik' system have been deployed in Belarus. At the same time, he said that no signs of the Belarusian forces being ready for an invasion are detected.

NYT: Ukraine Lost About $1.2 Billion to Fraud in Defense Procurement in 2024

Politics 09/07/2026, 14:05

According to the NYT, based on confidential government audits, Ukraine lost about $1.2 billion in 2024 due to fraud and inefficient defense procurement.

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