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.

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Khmar Retains Defense Ministry Team: What Is Known About New Priorities and Talks with Fedorov

Politics 08/30/2026, 14:28

Defense Minister Khmar stated that the ministry's current team will be retained, with the digital transformation and cognitive warfare areas to be strengthened. On the question of Fedorov's return, no feedback has been received yet.

Defence Forces Strike Radar Station, Warehouses and UAV Command Posts: Results of the August 29–30 Strikes

Politics 08/30/2026, 13:46

On August 29–30, Ukraine's Defence Forces struck a radar station, warehouses and UAV command posts in the Donbas and Bryansk Oblast, as well as the Kirishi Oil Refinery, the Yeysk airfield and the Millerovo drone base.

Wellness-class genetic passports: what they reveal and why you shouldn't get them done at 17

Science 08/30/2026, 13:02

In an interview with RBC-Ukraine, geneticist Dmytro Mykitenko explained that Wellness-class genetic passports assess polygenic predispositions and allow lifestyle adjustments to reduce risks, but they require psychological readiness for the result.

Betting on long-range fire: how Ukraine is reshaping its 155mm artillery arsenal and the risks of abandoning short-range shells

Politics 08/30/2026, 12:56

Ukraine's Ministry of Defense is shifting its focus to long-range 155mm shells, although manufacturers and military personnel warn of the risks of a complete abandonment of shorter-range munitions.

"Practically straight from the factory": Ukraine says more than 2,500 jet-powered Shaheds launched in a month

Politics 08/30/2026, 12:41

Ukrainian presidential adviser Serhiy "Flash" Beskrestnov stated that more than 2,500 jet-powered Shaheds were launched across the country in August, and around 1,500 in July. In his words, the drones go into attack almost immediately after rolling off the factory line.

One potato can ruin the entire harvest: how to properly prepare potatoes for winter storage

Science 08/30/2026, 10:59

Before putting potatoes in the cellar, it is important to dry, sort, and not wash them: a single damaged or diseased potato can infect the entire winter stock with rot.

ISW: Russia Building Up Personnel and Equipment on the Lyman Axis Ahead of an Intensified Offensive

Politics 08/30/2026, 10:31

ISW records the buildup of Russian forces and strikes on crossings over the Oskil and Seversky Donets rivers as preparations for an offensive on the Lyman axis. Kyiv, meanwhile, states that the pace of Russia's advance is slowing.

UK Warns Defense Company Leaders of Threat of Attacks and Espionage from Russia

Politics 08/30/2026, 10:08

In the UK, at a closed FCDO roundtable, the heads of defense companies supplying weapons to Ukraine were informed of a high threat of attacks and espionage by Russia.

Nine thousand years without an answer: obsidian arrowheads with undeciphered geometric signs found in Turkey

Science 08/30/2026, 08:33

In central Anatolia, archaeologists found 11 engraved obsidian arrowheads about nine thousand years old. The purpose of the geometric signs has yet to be deciphered.

Stubb: “Ukraine Is Europe’s Best Security Guarantee Against Russia”

Politics 08/30/2026, 08:26

Finnish President Alexander Stubb, in an interview with Bild, stated that Ukraine is Europe’s best security guarantee against Russia and expressed confidence in Kyiv’s victory in the war.

Weather in Ukraine on August 30: where rain with thunderstorms, and where heat up to +30°

Science 08/30/2026, 07:56

On August 30, brief rain and thunderstorms are expected in places across Ukraine, while in Zakarpattia and in the south the air will warm up to +30°. In Kyiv, rain is possible during the day. Details of the forecast — in the XAB.info article.

CIA Director Ratcliffe Proposes Trump, Zelensky, and Putin Meeting from Moscow: What Is Known

Politics 08/30/2026, 07:50

CIA Director John Ratcliffe, during a visit to Moscow, proposed holding a trilateral meeting of Trump, Zelensky, and Putin to end the war, sources report.

Massive Drone Attack on Russia: Fire at the Kirishi Refinery and Explosions at the Eysk Military Airfield

Politics 08/30/2026, 17:08

On the night of 30 August, drones attacked the KINEF refinery in Kirishi and the military airfield in Eysk. A fire at the plant and secondary detonations at military facilities were confirmed, and air defence reported shooting down dozens of drones.

Shin Bet Confirms Iranian Threat: Netanyahu's Son Emergency-Evacuated from Florida to Israel

Politics 08/30/2026, 04:44

Shin Bet confirmed the existence of a serious Iranian threat against Yair Netanyahu: he was emergency-evacuated from Florida to Israel. According to intelligence, Iranian agents were conducting surveillance of his residence in the Miami area.

Stubb: A Broken Economy Won't Make Russia End the War — the Regime Will Only Change Course When It Faces a Personal Threat

Politics 08/30/2026, 04:33

Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated at the World Economic Forum that an economic downturn will not make Russia end the war. In his words, the regime will only change course when it feels a personal threat.

Stubb Calls on Europe to Resume Dialogue with the Kremlin and Welcomes CIA Director's Visit to Moscow

Politics 08/30/2026, 03:20

Finnish President Alexander Stubb, in an interview with Bild, called on Europe to resume political dialogue with Russia and publicly welcomed CIA Director John Ratcliffe's visit to Moscow, calling it a necessary step to de-escalation.

Stubb: China Assured It Will Never Allow Russia to Carry Out a Nuclear Strike on Ukraine

Politics 08/30/2026, 02:46

Finnish President Stubb stated that the Chinese Foreign Minister assured him that Beijing will never allow a Russian nuclear strike on Ukraine. At the same time, Stubb assessed mobilization as the only real escalation tool available to Moscow in the autumn.

Stubb: 'I don't believe Russia will ever want to attack NATO' — intelligence and nuclear deterrence as arguments

Politics 08/30/2026, 02:15

Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated in an interview that he does not believe Russia intends to attack NATO, relying on intelligence data and the alliance's nuclear deterrence system.

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