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Change of Tactics: Russia Shifts to Massed Daytime Ballistic Missile Strikes

Politics 07/27/2026, 12:21

Russia is changing tactics: instead of cruise missiles, they are massively using ballistic missiles and shifting to daytime strikes. Air Force spokesperson Yuriy Ignat stated that over 50 missiles, including "Iskanders" and "Zircons," were launched in a week, but Russian production is facing difficulties due to strikes on factories. 🚀🇺🇦

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The End of the 'Big Packages' Era: How Greece and the Economic Interests of Member States Forced the EU to Change Its Sanctions Strategy Against Russia

Politics 07/27/2026, 12:14

Greece and the economic interests of other member states have forced the EU to reconsider its sanctions strategy against Russia. Instead of cumbersome packages, Brussels will switch to targeted thematic measures. The 21st package may be the last in the old format. 🇪🇺🚫🇷🇺

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War in the Deep Rear: Zelenskyy Confirms Strikes on Three Russian Regions and Reveals Putin's Plans

Politics 07/27/2026, 12:07

Ukraine struck three regions in Russia's deep rear, including Udmurtia. Zelenskyy revealed Putin's plans to mobilize up to 500,000 people after the elections, while GUR intelligence destroyed an S-400 in Crimea. 🇺🇦🚀🔥

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Project FREYJA: Ukraine and Europe to Create a Patriot Alternative by 2027

Politics 07/27/2026, 12:01

Ukraine and Europe have accelerated the development of the FREYJA air defense system: a prototype is expected as early as 2026, with completion of work scheduled for the first half of 2027. The project aims to reduce Kyiv's dependence on American Patriot systems against the backdrop of an acute missile shortage. 🇺🇦🛡️🚀

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Zelensky proposes building a drone factory in Britain to Burns: a new chapter in relations

Politics 07/27/2026, 11:54

Zelensky proposed to the new British Prime Minister, Andy Burns, to build a drone factory in the country and exchange technologies. The President of Ukraine called the moment suitable for opening a "new page" in relations and confirmed an imminent visit to London to sign an agreement. 🇺🇦🤝🇬🇧🚁

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"Russian propaganda misled me": Far-right activist Laura Lumer admits to changing her views on Ukraine

Politics 07/27/2026, 11:40

Far-right blogger Laura Lumer, close to Trump, admitted that Russian propaganda misled her. She explained how Telegram and Russian media shaped her negative opinion of Ukraine and noted the influence of disinformation on American leaders. 🇺🇸🇷🇺🇺🇦

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Strike on Crimea: S-400 Destroyed at Combat Position, Zelenskyy Expands Strike Radius

Politics 07/27/2026, 11:23

Ukrainian military destroyed an S-400 launcher and radar in Crimea directly at a combat position 🚀🔥. Zelenskyy approved strikes on targets over 3000 km away, while power restrictions were introduced in Sevastopol amid an air raid alert ⚡️🇺🇦

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Zelenskyy reveals Putin's plans: new mobilization, aid from North Korea and Iran, and threat of 500,000 soldiers

Politics 07/27/2026, 11:20

Zelenskyy reveals Putin's plans: new mobilization of 300-500 thousand people, aid from North Korea and Iran. The President called on allies for sanctions before it's too late. ⚔️🇺🇦

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Energy Collapse in Sevastopol: Razvozhayev Admits Network Overload Amid Drone Strikes

Politics 07/27/2026, 11:14

Energy-saving mode introduced in Sevastopol due to network overload, while authorities admit air defense work against drones 🚨. Zelenskyy confirms that strike range against Russia has exceeded 3000 km. Tavria TPP attacked in Crimea. ⚡️🇺🇦

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Fairy-tale maze in corn: how a small Hungarian town turned a field into a tourist hit

Politics 07/27/2026, 11:11

A fairy-tale corn maze with a unicorn and castle has opened in Hungary 🌽🦄 — a real 'escape room' in nature! Local volunteers turned 4.5 hectares of field into a tourist hit, visited by thousands of guests every year. Until August 22 — don't miss your chance to get lost in a fairy tale! 🇭🇺✨

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New law on displaced persons: why you don't need to change your IDP certificate now and what will change in October

Politics 07/27/2026, 11:07

The Verkhovna Rada has adopted a new law on displaced persons, but it only comes into force on October 22, 2026. 📅 Experts urge not to change IDP certificates or re-register until subordinate acts are adopted to avoid losing child benefits. 🇺🇦

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German MPs propose exchanging military secrets with Ukraine: from drones to missiles

Politics 07/27/2026, 10:49

The Bundestag has proposed concluding an agreement with Ukraine on the exchange of military technologies. CSU MP Alexander Hoffmann believes that Germany should use Ukrainian experience in creating drones and air defense systems to strengthen its own defense. The initiative fits into the global trend of creating the Drone Deal alliance, which the Netherlands and Denmark have already joined 🇩🇪🇺🇦🚁

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Zelensky on Air Defense Deficit: Russia Strikes with Ballistic Missiles, While Allies' Stocks Are Depleted

Politics 07/27/2026, 10:46

Volodymyr Zelensky acknowledged a critical shortage of missiles for Ukraine's air defense. The President linked the deficit to the US shifting focus to the Middle East and called on allies to accelerate deliveries and establish joint production of defense systems. 🇺🇦🚀🛡️

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Weather in Ukraine on July 27: From gusts and hail in the West to 30-degree heat in the North

Politics 07/27/2026, 10:43

On July 27, Ukraine is divided into two climatic zones: thunderstorms, hail, and gusts up to 20 m/s in the West, while the Center and North face heat up to +30°C. The Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center warns of sharp weather changes and magnetic storms. ☔🌡️

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Zelenskyy on the war with Iran: 'They have already attacked us' — response to Tehran's threats

Politics 07/27/2026, 10:33

Zelenskyy responds to Iran's threats: 'They have already attacked us'. The President stated that the supply of 'Shahed' drones and the technology to produce them constitutes Tehran's direct participation in the war. Amid accusations against Ukraine regarding an attack on an Iranian ship in the Caspian Sea, Tehran threatens retaliatory strikes. 🇺🇦🇮🇷🚀

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Latvia changes maps: how and at whose expense signs pointing to Russia and Belarus are disappearing

Politics 07/27/2026, 10:26

Latvia plans to completely remove road signs pointing to cities in Russia and Belarus by September 30. 🇱🇻🇷🇺 A total of 235 signs will be replaced on major highways and in Riga. The budget for the operation will be around 120,000 euros, but authorities promise not to ask for additional money from the state budget. 🛣️

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Zelenskyy on the reasons for Fedorov's resignation: 'No time for squabbles' and the role of soldiers in the war

Politics 07/27/2026, 10:22

Zelenskyy explained Fedorov's resignation as a necessity for the system to work effectively, rather than personal conflicts. The President emphasized that he has no time for 'squabbles' between departments and reminded that technology will not replace soldiers at the front. 🇺🇦🤖⚔️

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Zelensky's First Visit to London: Andy Burnham and New Technologies to Counter Air Defense

Politics 07/27/2026, 10:19

The first official visit of the new British Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, will be dedicated to a meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky. The leaders will sign an agreement on the production of Stone Cloak jammers for drones and discuss the results of the Sea Breeze exercises. London has confirmed its unwavering support for Kyiv against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict.

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