Alexander Buran

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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GUR representative in military uniform discusses Russia's missile strike tactics in 2026

Record missile strikes: GUR reveals details of Russia's production and tactics in 2026

Politics 08/10/2026, 07:11
🚨 2026 Record: GUR reveals details of Russia's missile campaign 📉 July became the most difficult month for Ukraine's air defense. Major General Vadym Skibitsky confirmed: Russia overfulfilled the production plan for "Zircon" and "Onix" missiles already by August. 🔥 Key facts: • 198 ballistic and hypersonic missiles in July — a record for the year. • The plan for Kh-101 was overfulfilled by 140%. • Moscow changed tactics: less aviation, more ballistics. #Ukraine #War #GUR #Skibitsky #Missiles
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Donald Trump at a microphone, symbolizing his decision to opt for economic pressure instead of military action against Iran

Trump Rules Out Strike on Iran: A 'Chess Game' of Economic Pressure Instead of War

Politics 08/10/2026, 06:11
🇺🇸 Donald Trump has ruled out a direct strike on Iran, stating a shift to economic pressure. The President compared the situation to a "chess game," noting that Tehran is bankrupt due to inflation and has no money for war. Despite Iran's new demands regarding the Strait of Hormuz, the White House remains calm. 🛢️ Oil prices are falling, and American consumers feel the crisis less. 📉
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UK Defence Secretary James Heappey speaking at a press event, urging allies to urgently strengthen Ukraine’s air defenses ahead of winter

"Winter is Coming": British Defence Minister Urges Allies to Immediately Strengthen Ukraine's Air Defence

Politics 08/10/2026, 05:53
🇬🇧 Wes Streeting has urged allies to urgently strengthen Ukraine's air defence before winter. The British Defence Minister stated that London is ready to provide resources and mobilize partners to supply Kyiv with missiles. ⚠️ However, the US is currently not ready to issue licenses for Patriot missile production in Ukraine, despite hints from Donald Trump. #Ukraine #AirDefence #UK
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Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy: intelligence allies

Intelligence as Currency: Why Trump Continues to Help Ukraine for Free in 2026

Politics 08/10/2026, 05:11
🇺🇸 The US continues to help Ukraine for free with intelligence data in 2026. CIA Director John Ratcliffe convinces Donald Trump on the golf course: Russia's losses exceed 40k per month. Trump doesn't like losers, and Ukraine looks like a winner. Strikes on Russia's energy sector benefit the US — they pressure India and China. But there are risks: Europe could replace American intelligence. #Ukraine #Trump #Intelligence
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Patriot missile defense system on a training ground: US fears sharing licenses with Ukraine

Why the US does not want to transfer Patriot licenses to Ukraine: Fear of a 'cheap' competitor

Politics 08/10/2026, 05:02
🇺🇸 US does not want to transfer Patriot licenses to Ukraine: Fear of a 'cheap' competitor 🚀 American Patriot manufacturers fear that Ukraine will set up mass production of missiles faster and cheaper. Zelenskyy blames bureaucracy for the delays, but sources speak of the commercial interests of Raytheon and Lockheed Martin. Trump is also doubting the transfer of technology. #Ukraine #USA #Patriot #MilitaryAid
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Ombudsman demands investigation of TCC and SP in Zakarpattia due to officials' return scheme

Systemic Failure in Zakarpattia: Ombudsman Demands Major Audit of TCC and Social Services Due to 'Return Scheme' for Officials

Politics 08/10/2026, 04:47
⚡️ Ombudsman Dmytro Lubyntsev demanded a major audit of TCCs in Zakarpattia. According to him, corruption schemes are active in the region, and fired officials are being returned to positions via the 'acting' status. The 'West' OC declared readiness for the audit but refused to comment on the details of personnel appointments. A record number of complaints has been recorded in Odesa — up to 500 since the beginning of the year. #Zakarpattia #TCC #Lubyntsev #Mobilization
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Oleg Sibiga speaks at a press conference, accusing UNICEF of distorting facts

Sibiga Accuses UNICEF of Distorting Facts: "A False Impression of Equivalence is Being Created"

Politics 08/10/2026, 04:33
🇺🇦 Andriy Sybiga criticized UNICEF for its statement on child casualties, accusing the organization of distorting facts and creating a "false impression of equivalence" between Ukraine and Russia. The minister pointed out errors in victim figures in the Dnipropetrovsk region and Krasnodar, emphasizing that all deaths are a consequence of Russian aggression. 📉🚫
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KGGa municipal machinery with 'Kyivzelenbud' logo and British flag sticker, debunking rumors of UK equipment transfer to Ukrainian Armed Forces

Heavy Machinery in Teremky: Kyiv City Council Denies Rumors of British Equipment Being Diverted from the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Politics 08/10/2026, 04:19
🇺🇦 The Kyiv City Council has refuted rumors that British heavy machinery intended for the Armed Forces of Ukraine was diverted for civilian needs. Excavators with British flags working in Teremky were purchased from a private company, and the stickers are a charitable gesture by the dealer. 🏗️ A reserve heat pipeline is being built for 280 buildings.
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Sign of the Pechersk District Court of Kyiv, where the case of former Deputy Chief Military Prosecutor Borykh against ZN.UA journalists is being heard

Borzykh vs. ZN.UA: Former Deputy Chief Military Prosecutor Sues Journalists Over 'Hackers' Investigation in Pechersk Court

Politics 08/10/2026, 04:09
⚖️ Former Deputy Chief Military Prosecutor Dmytro Borzykh has sued ZN.UA and Inna Vedernikova over the investigation "The Case of the Lawyer-Hackers." The plaintiff demands a retraction and 800,000 UAH. Signs of a "court carousel" and connections to the Chairman of the Pechersk Court have been noted. The editorial board insists on the right to publish names of suspects confirmed by NABU. This is a continuation of the trend of pressure on media in the Pechersk Court following the "Initiative 143" case.
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Taiwanese soldiers with anti-tank missile systems during exercises, illustrating the rise in defense budget

Taiwan's Record Defense Budget: $1.1 Trillion Amid Invasion Threats and Lessons from Ukraine

Politics 08/10/2026, 03:44
🇹🇼 Taiwan prepares a record defense budget: +16% by 2027! 💰 The sum will exceed 1.1 trillion New Taiwan dollars for the first time. 🚀 Authorities are adopting the Ukrainian experience: mass production of drones and development of asymmetric warfare. 🇨🇳 Beijing is increasing pressure, calling Lai Ching-te a "separatist." #Taiwan #Defense #China #Drones
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Happy family with an infant, illustrating the importance of choosing a child's name according to the new rules of the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine in 2026

Freedom of choice or responsibility: Ukraine's Ministry of Justice clarifies child naming rules for 2026

Politics 08/10/2026, 03:39
🇺🇦 Ukraine's Ministry of Justice has clarified child naming rules for 2026: there is no list of prohibited names in the country, but there are restrictions on quantity and the child's best interests. 👶 Parents can choose any name, but no more than two (with exceptions for national minorities). ⚖️ The law prohibits names that could cause mockery or humiliation of the child. 📝 Using numbers and special characters may create problems with passport issuance. 🔄 A name can be changed within the first year of life or upon the child reaching 16 years of age. 📊 2026 Trends: leaders are Artem and Sofia; popularity of old Ukrainian names is growing.
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Astronaut in spacesuit against Martian landscape — scene from 'The Martian' film, whose accuracy was confirmed by NASA in 2026

Reality Surpassed Sci-Fi: How NASA Confirmed the Accuracy of 'The Martian' in 2026

Science 08/10/2026, 03:24
🔴 NASA Confirms: 'The Martian' Was Prophetic! 🚀 By 2026, many 'fictions' from the film have become reality: ✅ The MOXIE instrument is already extracting oxygen on Mars. ✅ The planet's soil is indeed suitable for agriculture. ✅ The NASA culture was conveyed with accuracy down to the details. However, the sandstorm from the film is pure fantasy: Mars' atmosphere is too thin for such destruction. 🌪️❌ #TheMartian #NASA #Space #Science #Movies
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Donald Trump at a desk with a serious expression, with the American flag and presidential standard in the background, symbolizing tension in relations with Iran

Trump in a Dead End: Iran Issues Ultimatum Blocking US Exit from War

Politics 08/10/2026, 03:08
🇺🇸 **Trump in a Dead End: Iran Issues Ultimatum** The US administration is facing a serious problem in negotiations regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Iran is demanding billions of dollars in reparations and a troop withdrawal, which threatens Trump's narrative of "victory" in the war. 🔻 **Key Facts:** • Iran is blocking the strait, demanding the lifting of the blockade and payments. • The war has depleted US weapon stockpiles. • VP JD Vance is optimistic, but experts see risks to the President's reputation. #USA #Iran #Trump #War #Oil
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