Roman V.

Roman V.

Incidents and Auto Columnist
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Runs the "Incidents" section. He served in law enforcement for many years, so he knows how investigations work from the inside and can distinguish the official version from rumors.

He writes about crimes, court cases, emergencies, and security. His second topic is cars: new models, traffic rules, accidents, and everything related to vehicles and roads.

For personal security reasons, Roman does not publish his last name or a photograph of his face. His identity is known to the editorial board, which takes full responsibility for the section's materials.

Articles

Construction work for laying a reserve heat pipeline in Teremky, Kyiv, using an excavator

Heat vs. Greenery: Trees Being Cut Down in Kyiv's Teremky for a Reserve Heating Main

Incidents 08/06/2026, 20:11
🚧 Work on laying a reserve heating main has begun in Teremky, Kyiv, requiring the demolition of some trees. Residents are outraged and protesting, demanding the preservation of greenery. The Kyiv City Council explains: this is critically important for the city's energy security. In the event of an attack on CHP-5, hundreds of homes could be left without heat. Authorities promise to restore the territory and plant new trees after construction is completed. 🌳🔥 #Kyiv #Teremky #Energy #Protest
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Thick black smoke rises into the sky over an industrial area with visible oil refinery pipes after an SBU strike on a strategic facility in Yaroslavl.

Firestorm in Yaroslavl and Kerch: SBU strikes strategic refinery and FSB fleet

Incidents 08/06/2026, 18:39
🔥 Firestorm in Yaroslavl and Kerch: SBU confirms successful strikes on strategic Slavneft refinery and FSB ships. On the night of August 6, 2026, Ukrainian drones launched synchronized strikes on two key targets: 🏭 In Yaroslavl: One of Russia's largest refineries (YANOS) was attacked. 6 explosions, fires on ELOU-1 and AVT-3 units. Damage to the Russian economy. 🚢 In Kerch: Two FSB Coast Guard patrol ships of Project 10410 ("Svetlyak") were damaged. The operation confirms the SBU's ability to strike enemy rear areas at a distance of 700+ km. #SBU #Yaroslavl #Kerch #War2026
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Schoolchildren taking a selfie with a smartphone on grass with backpacks and textbooks, illustrating the topic of tech backpacks and essential gadgets for students

The Tech Backpack: Which Gadgets Are Essential for Schoolchildren in the New Academic Year

Technology 08/06/2026, 17:08
🎒 School Preparation: Which Gadgets Does a Schoolchild Need in 2024? Smartphones, tablets, and laptops have become a necessity. We review the top 5 devices for studying and safety: from smartwatches for younger students to laptops for older ones. ⚡️ We also discuss the importance of backup power and new requirements for educational apps. #school #gadgets #education #schoolpreparation
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Landscape of the Dniester River with exposed sandy shoals and low water levels, illustrating the consequences of drought and hydrological disaster in Moldova.

Hydrological catastrophe on the Dniester: water levels drop below historical minimums, Moldova activates strategic reserves

Incidents 08/06/2026, 16:03
🚨 Hydrological catastrophe on the Dniester: water levels drop below historical minimums. Drought recorded in the river basin, water volume is only 8-19% of the norm. The Dniester Reservoir is shallowing, Moldova has activated strategic water reserves, and Ukraine has restricted water use for 92 enterprises. Experts warn of a worsening situation due to heat and lack of rain. #Dniester #Drought #Ecology
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Body armor undergoing testing in Ukraine: sample with tag on table, military gear and mannequins in background

Stringent Standards: How Body Armor is Tested in Ukraine and Why Requirements Are Stricter Than in the US

Incidents 08/06/2026, 15:07
🛡️ Ukraine operates some of the strictest body armor testing standards in the world. Experts from Rarog Tactical Gear revealed testing details: the allowable backface deformation is only 25 mm (compared to 45 mm in the US). 🔍 Every batch undergoes range testing: if a bullet penetrates the plate, the batch is rejected. 📦 The Ministry of Defense purchased 2,000 female body armor vests with enhanced protection (Level P) against SVD sniper rifles. Lightweight ceramic-composite armor is used.
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Antonov An-124 cargo plane parked at Leipzig airport — site of drone bomb incident

New Level of Threat: Drone with Explosives Neutralized at Leipzig Airport Near Antonov Aircraft

Incidents 08/06/2026, 15:02
🚨 A new level of hybrid threat has been recorded in Germany: a drone with explosives was neutralized at Leipzig Airport near an Antonov aircraft. 🔹 German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt called the incident a "new scenario" and acknowledged the high level of professionalism of the perpetrators. 🔹 A search is underway for debris from a possible <strong>second drone</strong>. 🔹 The investigation is being conducted by the anti-terrorism department. The version of Russian involvement is being checked. 🔹 Aircraft are undamaged, there are no casualties, but airport operations were temporarily paralyzed.
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Destroyed Bosch warehouse in Ukraine after Russian attack with fire and fire truck in the background

Blow to Logistics: Russian Attack Destroys Bosch Warehouse in Ukraine

Incidents 08/06/2026, 13:47
🔥 Major Blow to Logistics: Russian Attack Destroys Bosch Warehouse in Ukraine On the night of August 5, the warehouses of Bosch's logistics partner were hit. All products were destroyed, but there were no casualties. This was part of a large-scale attack on the Kyiv region, where "Epitsentr", ROZETKA, and "Nova Poshta" were also affected. 📉 Experts warn of potential product shortages and billion-dollar losses for businesses. #Bosch #Ukraine #Attack #Logistics #News
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Resident of Marganets fills plastic bottles with water during the water crisis

Water Crisis in Marmaritsia: Prime Minister Koretsky Demands Immediate Resolution Following Main Water Pipeline Failure

Incidents 08/06/2026, 12:25
💧 Marmaritsia and neighboring communities in the Dnipropetrovsk region have had no drinking water for several days due to a failure on the main water pipeline. Prime Minister Koretsky demands an immediate resolution and promises strict consequences for responsible officials. 🚨 Infrastructure Minister Kalashnyk is coordinating repairs. #water #marmaritsia #koretsky #accident #ukraine
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Rescuers in protective gear at the site of a Russian drone strike on the Lozova station

Strike on a train car in Lozova: Russian drones attacked a frontline station, casualties among passengers and staff

Incidents 08/06/2026, 11:05
🚨 Russian drones attacked a train car near the station in Lozova (Kharkiv region). There are dead and injured. "Ukrzaliznytsia" reports 2 dead and 3 injured, the Regional Military Administration — 8 injured. Traffic is suspended. This is not the first strike on railway hubs in the region. #Lozova #Ukrzaliznytsia #Drones #KharkivRegion
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