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Ukrainian lakes that rival world-class resorts: a guide to the country's cleanest and most scenic water bodies

Politics 08/03/2026, 18:48

Ukraine hides pearls that rival world-class resorts: from the high-altitude Synevir to the turquoise waters of the Blue Lakes. 🌊🏔️ WAVE RBC.UA has compiled a guide to the country's cleanest and most scenic lakes that are worth visiting this summer. #Ukraine #Travel #Lakes

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Zelensky gives diplomats a tough assignment: 'Don't let China become Russia's ally'

Politics 08/03/2026, 16:05

Zelensky gave clear instructions to diplomats: intensify work with China to prevent a full rapprochement between Beijing and Moscow. 🇺🇦🇨🇳 Also a priority are Syria, Latin America, and Africa. 🌍

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Crisis in Ceuta Resolved: Spain Returns Tens of Thousands of Migrants to Morocco

Politics 08/03/2026, 15:14

Spain has successfully managed the migration crisis in Ceuta: José Manuel Albares stated that the overwhelming majority of 50,000 migrants have already been returned to Morocco 🇪🇸🇲🇦. The European Commission praised Madrid and Rabat for their effective actions, although the EU acknowledges that the situation required urgent border reinforcement 🚧. #Migration #Spain #Ceuta

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Seamless Transition: Ukraine Simplifies Document Renewal for Conscription-Draft-Evaders

Politics 08/03/2026, 15:05

The Ukrainian government has made life easier for those liable for military service: now deferment can be re-registered on a new basis without loss of status. 🇺🇦 The Minister of Defense explained how it works: if a student has a third child, he immediately changes the reason for deferment, without risking mobilization. 📱 The process has become digital and transparent through the "Oberyg" registry.

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Heatwave paralyzes logistics: strict ban on truck movement introduced in Kyiv

Politics 08/03/2026, 14:31

🚛 Ban on truck movement introduced in Kyiv due to heatwave! 🌡️ Trucks weighing over 24 tons are banned from roads when temperatures exceed +28°C. Drivers are advised to wait out the peak at special parking lots. 🛑

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Nine countries have already signed, 15 in progress: how the Drone Deals format is changing Ukraine's defense strategy

Politics 08/03/2026, 14:25

Ukraine has concluded 9 agreements in the Drone Deals format, with another 15 in progress. Zelenskyy stated that this provides long-term funding for the defense industry. The Netherlands and Denmark have joined the initiative, and negotiations are ongoing with the USA and Germany 🇺🇦🤝🌍

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Personnel changes in diplomacy: Ukrainian Ambassador to Poland Vasyl Bodnar may become Deputy Minister

Politics 08/03/2026, 14:22

🇺🇦 President Zelenskyy proposed that Vasyl Bodnar, the Ukrainian Ambassador to Poland, become Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. The decision was made after analyzing the work of diplomats. 🤝

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Ihor Klymenko appointed Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine: details of the presidential decree

Politics 08/03/2026, 14:15

🇺🇦 Ihor Klymenko appointed Secretary of the NSDC of Ukraine! The former Minister of Internal Affairs has received a new important position by Presidential Decree No. 694. This decision could significantly impact the country's national security strategy. 🛡️📜 #Ukraine #Klymenko #NSDC

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Rustem Umerov Resigns as NSDC Secretary: Zelenskyy Appoints Him Head of the Foreign Intelligence Service

Politics 08/03/2026, 14:09

Rustem Umerov has left the post of NSDC Secretary and become the head of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine. Zelenskyy signed the decree on the personnel change, explaining the decision as a necessity to strengthen the international track and security work. 🇺🇦🕵️‍♂️

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Ukrainian 'Freya' Project: Zelenskyy Announces Creation of a Unified Air Defense System for Europe

Politics 08/03/2026, 14:06

Volodymyr Zelenskyy named the Ukrainian 'Freya' air defense project a key element of Europe's future security. The President announced the creation of a coalition of 10 countries and 12 manufacturing companies to counter the ballistic threat. 🇺🇦🛡️🚀

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New Kremlin Tactics: Russia Shifts to Ground Launch of 'Banderol' Drone-Missiles

Politics 08/03/2026, 14:02

Russia is changing tactics: 'Banderol' drone-missiles can now be launched from the ground to conceal attacks. Experts warn about the scaling of the threat and the strain on Ukraine's air defense. 🚀🛡️

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Peace at risk this year: why negotiations between Ukraine and Russia are stalling

Politics 08/03/2026, 13:59

Peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia are at risk of collapse this year: none of the initiatives satisfy both sides. The Kremlin is preparing a "harsh winter," rejecting compromises, but Kyiv is hoping for the visit of American diplomats in August. 🇺🇦🇺🇸🕊️

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Zelenskyy appoints new NSDC secretary and sets strict tasks for winter preparation

Politics 08/03/2026, 13:52

Zelenskyy appointed Ihor Klymenko as the new NSDC Secretary and announced a strict check on regional readiness for winter. The President demands specific air defense supplies from partners (Patriot, IRIS-T) and sets the goal of ending the war before the winter of 2026. 🇺🇦🛡️

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Zelenskyy sets hard deadline: Ukraine aims to end the war before winter 2026

Politics 08/03/2026, 13:37

Zelenskyy named the deadline for the end of the war: Ukraine will do everything to win before winter 2026. The President explained the strategy of pressure on the RF and urged ambassadors to activate the diplomatic track. 🇺🇦🤝🌍

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Rustem Umerov to Head Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service: Zelenskyy Confirms Appointment at Ambassador Meeting

Politics 08/03/2026, 13:29

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the appointment of Rustem Umerov as the head of Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service 🇺🇦🕵️‍♂️. The NSDC Secretary will retain current powers but will gain expanded opportunities for negotiations with partners and coordination of defense issues. 🌍🤝

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Strikes on Crimea and the Border: How the Night Operation of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Hits Russian Logistics and Budget

Politics 08/03/2026, 12:52

Ukraine struck military facilities in Crimea and border regions of the Russian Federation. The Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to attack Wildberries logistics, causing damage amounting to hundreds of billions of rubles. 🇺🇦🚀💸

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40 Days of Strikes: How the SBU Hit Russian Infrastructure and Detained Saboteurs in Odesa

Politics 08/03/2026, 12:47

The SBU conducted a powerful 40-day operation striking Russia's MIC and energy sector, including an attack on an oil refinery 1,600 km from the border. Simultaneously, Zelenskyy implemented personnel changes within the agency, while saboteurs who orchestrated a terrorist attack were detained in Odesa. 🇺🇦💥🛑

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$76 Billion for the Submarine Fleet: Pentagon Signs Historic Contracts for 14 New Submarines

Politics 08/03/2026, 12:40

The Pentagon will spend $76 billion to upgrade the submarine fleet. 🇺🇸🚢 As part of historic contracts, 14 new nuclear submarines of the Columbia and Virginia classes will be built. This will be a key step in replacing aging submarines and strengthening nuclear deterrence. 🚀🌊

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