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Newborn baby in a hospital crib, illustrating the issue of birth tourism in the USA

Marco Rubio: US revoked over 600 visas in a month as part of the fight against 'birth tourism'

Politics 08/13/2026, 01:31
🇺🇸 US tightens migration control: State Department revoked over 600 visas in a month as part of the fight against 'birth tourism'. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the dismantling of networks selling citizenship. President Trump signed orders restricting birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants. 🚫👶 #USA #Migration #Trump
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Ukrainian soldiers loading ammunition into a tank in the forest on the Alexandrovsk direction

Breakthrough on the Alexandrovsk Direction: Ukrainian Forces Liberated 26 Settlements and Regained 745 sq. km of Territory

Politics 08/13/2026, 01:26
🇺🇦 Armed Forces of Ukraine liberated 26 settlements in the Alexandrovsk direction! 🚀 📍 Regained control over 745 sq. km of territory. 📉 Russian troops pushed back from Novopavlivka and Novohrodivka. 🔥 Counteroffensive has been ongoing since the beginning of 2026. #AFU #Ukraine #Counteroffensive #AlexandrovskDirection
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Acting Minister of Defense of Ukraine against camouflage background discussing intensified sanctions against Novorossiysk

"Russia will burn": Ukrainian Armed Forces intensify "long-range sanctions" against Novorossiysk, says Acting Minister of Defense of Ukraine

Politics 08/13/2026, 01:21
🇺🇦 Acting Minister of Defense of Ukraine Yevhen Khmara called the strike on Novorossiysk "long-range sanctions." On the night of August 12, 2026, the Ukrainian Armed Forces delivered a combined strike using missiles and drones. 🚢 Four Russian ships were damaged, and an emergency mode was introduced in the city. Khmara: "Ukrainian weapons will become mass-produced and precise, Russia will burn".
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Dmytro Drapaty in deep thought, discussing ombudsman's recommendations on mobilization

Response to Criticism: Drapaty's Team Takes Ombudsman's Mobilization Recommendations into Action

Politics 08/13/2026, 01:12
🚨 The team of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Mykhailo Drapaty, has taken the Ombudsman's recommendations on mobilization reform into action. 🔹 Dmytro Lyubynets announced a "rapid response" to criticism. 🔹 The head of the TRSSC in Zakarpattia has been dismissed from office. 🔹 A major inspection has been sent to the region to investigate corruption and human rights violations. The Ombudsman believes that the new commander has a chance to radically improve the situation. #Ukraine #Mobilization #Drapaty #Lyubynets
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A soldier holds a reconnaissance drone against a field backdrop, illustrating the cancellation of 'Dronitsa-2026' in Veliky Novgorod due to fears of Ukrainian strikes

«Dronitsa-2026» Cancelled: Great Novgorod Fears Ukrainian Strikes

Politics 08/13/2026, 00:46
🚨 The All-Russian UAV operators gathering «Dronitsa-2026» in Veliky Novgorod has been cancelled due to the threat of an attack by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Organizers fear a combined strike and do not want to divert air defense resources. Against the backdrop of strikes on Novorossiysk and Sevastopol, this event shows the growing vulnerability of Russian rear areas. #Dronitsa2026 #Ukraine #UAV #VelikyNovgorod
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Connor Kennedy in military gear with a Ukrainian symbol on his chest, against a forest backdrop

Conor Kennedy's Absentee Arrest: Grandson of the US President at the Center of Russian Justice

Politics 08/13/2026, 00:36
🇺🇸🇷🇺 A court in Moscow has issued an absentee arrest warrant for Conor Kennedy — great-nephew of John F. Kennedy — for participating in hostilities on the side of Ukraine. 🇺🇦 He joined the International Legion of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, motivated by Russian aggression. 🇵🇱 Poland has already provided guarantees to its volunteers. #UkraineWar #Kennedy #Volunteers
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirms a large-scale combined strike on Novorossiysk and the sinking of frigates

"Long-range sanctions": Zelenskyy confirms massive combined strike on Novorossiysk and sinking of frigates

Politics 08/13/2026, 00:31
🚨 Zelenskyy confirms a massive operation on Novorossiysk under the code name "long-range sanctions." For the first time, "Neptune," "Bars" missiles, and dozens of types of drones worked in a single attack. The defeat of the frigates "Admiral Essen" and "Admiral Makarov" is confirmed. The grain terminal in the port has stopped, hitting Russia's exports. 🇺🇦💥
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Kyrylo Budanov, head of SBU, in an official setting, refuting rumors of internal disagreements

Intelligence denies 'struggle for influence': Budanov and Ivashchenko work in a unified mode

Politics 08/13/2026, 00:14
🇺🇦 The GUR refuted rumors of a 'struggle for influence' between Oleh Ivashchenko and Kyrylo Budanov. An official source called the publications 'media insinuations'. 🤝 Despite the change of roles, the generals continue an active dialogue and work in a unified mode. 🔍 Joint participation in negotiations with the US on the peace plan confirms the absence of conflict. 📉 Rumors of a 'purge' of personnel in intelligence have not been confirmed.
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Smoke from drone explosion over field in Moldova near Ukrainian border, with border posts featuring flags nearby

Explosion over Crockmaz: Moldova Confirms Russian Origin of Drone and Admits Air Defense Gaps

Politics 08/13/2026, 00:09
🇲🇩 Moldova confirms: the drone that exploded near the village of Crockmaz is Russian. Defense Minister Anatol Nosat admitted that this is a more advanced model than before. 🚨 📉 Air Defense Problems: Radars do not cover the entire sky, budget is the smallest in Europe. But purchases of means to shoot down drones are already underway. 🤝 Diplomacy: Chisinau recalled its ambassador from the RF, calling the incident a violation of sovereignty. #Moldova #Russia #Drone #AirDefense #Crockmaz #War
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Russian launch vehicle of a ballistic missile on a range, illustrating the topic of ballistic restrictions in AFU reports

UAF changes morning briefing format: details on ballistic restrictions

Politics 08/12/2026, 23:49
🚨 The Ukrainian Air Force has changed the format of morning briefings. Yuriy Ignat, Head of the Air Force Communications Department, reported that data on the number of launched and intercepted Russian ballistic missiles will be concealed. 🔹 Details: Information about air threats in messengers remains the same, but censorship regarding ballistics is introduced in morning reports. 🔹 Reason: Security measures and adaptation to the enemy's tactics. 🔹 Statistics: In July, Russia used more than 450 missiles, almost 200 of which were ballistic. Yuriy Ignat also urged the media not to publish headlines like "Not a single missile was shot down," calling it work for propaganda. 🇺🇦🚀
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Student writing with a pen in a notebook during an exam, illustrating the NMT-2027 reform and the transfer of testing to shelters.

NMT-2027 Reform: Zelenskyy Orders Exams Moved to Shelters and Allows Retakes

Politics 08/12/2026, 23:35
🇺🇦 NMT-2027 Reform: Zelenskyy Orders Exams Moved to Shelters and Allows Retakes. 📉 Reduced Load: The President noted that the current NMT format creates excessive stress. In 2027, it is planned to reduce the intensity of the test. 🛡️ Security: Testing may be conducted in equipped shelters to avoid disruptions due to air raids. 🔄 Retakes: Applicants will have the opportunity to take the test a second time before the start of the admissions campaign. 💰 Scholarships: From September 1, the minimum scholarship will rise to 4,000 UAH, and grants for frontline regions will increase by 50%.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in his office discussing the strategy to end the war and return the conflict to Russian territory

Plan to Coerce the Kremlin: Zelenskyy Reveals Strategy for Ending the War and Bringing the Conflict to Russian Territory

Politics 08/12/2026, 23:25
🇺🇦 Zelenskyy Reveals Plan to Coerce Putin into Peace: "We Will Bring the War to Russia" The President of Ukraine stated that Kyiv has a detailed plan with partners to pressure the Kremlin. Key points: 🔹 Putin will not stop voluntarily — he must be coerced. 🔹 Holding the frontline = strong negotiating position. 🔹 Main goal: bring the war to Russian territory so society exerts pressure on the authorities. 🔹 Russia is increasing mobilization and using North Korean ballistics. 🔹 Zelenskyy called on partners to scale up air defense support. #Ukraine #Zelenskyy #Putin #War #Strategy
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Symbolic image of a digital filter and data protection in the context of new EU migration rules

Czech Republic Introduces 'Digital Filter': How New EU Rules Disrupt Illegal Migration Schemes and Why This Does Not Apply to All Refugees

Politics 08/12/2026, 23:00
🇨🇿 Czech Republic Introduces 'Digital Filter': Protection Denied to Dozens of Men Without 'Rezerv+' 🔥 As of August 5, 2026, new EU rules are in effect in the Czech Republic. Men aged 23-60 without confirmation of military registration do not receive status. 🚫 FAKE: 'This applies to all refugees' — in reality, existing statuses are renewed without checks. 📉 Goal: Reduce the burden on the budget and stop 'economic migrants'. 🇺🇦 Kyiv Supports: This will help return men to the front and the economy.
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