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New Oil Tax: Europe Ready to Pay Iran for Passage Through the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 07/03/2026, 20:54

Europe is ready to pay Iran for the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz, although the US and Saudi Arabia oppose creating such a precedent. Oman is considering the Malacca Strait model as a template for collecting fees. 🚢🌍💰

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From Soviet Privileges to Digital Solutions: How Ukraine is Building a New Social Protection System

Politics 07/03/2026, 20:44

Ukraine is radically changing its social protection system, moving away from Soviet privileges towards targeted assistance and digitization. 🇺🇦📉 The SPIRIT program, supported by the UK and UNICEF, helps create a sustainable support model for millions of displaced persons and people with disabilities. 🏥🤝

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300,000 UAH per soldier: Ukraine launches a professional recruitment system for the International Legion

Politics 07/03/2026, 20:40

Ukraine launches professional recruitment for the International Legion: 300,000 UAH will be paid for each soldier. 🇺🇦💰 Authorities are introducing strict selection and a guarantee to return unfit candidates to solve the problem of desertion. 🛡️

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Court sets bail for People's Deputy Tishchenko at 10 million hryvnias in case of 'protection racketeering' of call centers

Politics 07/03/2026, 20:25

The High Anti-Corruption Court selected a preventive measure for People's Deputy Nikolai Tishchenko. The judge set bail at 10 million hryvnias, denying the prosecution's request for arrest. The deputy is suspected of attempting to extort an entrepreneur and laundering funds through a fictitious agreement. ⚖️💸

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Depth up to 100 km: how Ukrainian military changes tactics of strikes on enemy rear

Politics 07/03/2026, 20:07

Ukrainian military is increasing strikes on the enemy's rear at a depth of up to 100 km, using medium-range drones. General Yevhen Lasiychuk confirmed that such systems have already become standard equipment and allow blocking the enemy's routes of advance. Within 48 hours, 12 substations and one gas distribution station were destroyed. 🚀🔥

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Shock in Chișinău: Moldovan Prime Minister Resigns Amidst Major Corruption Scandal

Politics 07/03/2026, 20:03

Alexandru Munteanu has resigned as Prime Minister of Moldova amidst a major scandal involving fake diplomas and the resignation of officials. President Sandu confirmed the absence of conflicts with the outgoing head of government. High-ranking officials have been detained in the country on suspicion of corruption. 🇲🇩🚨

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Beijing's Silence: Ukraine Awaits Reaction to Evidence of Chinese Parts for Russian Weapons

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:52

Ukraine has been waiting for six months for China's reaction to evidence of parts shipments for Russian weapons, but Beijing remains silent. 🇨🇳🤐 According to Kyiv, 60% of foreign components in the Russian arsenal are Chinese, while Moscow plans to release 2 million drones with such parts. 🚁💥

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1150% Surge in Strikes: How Unmanned Systems Forces Changed the Geometry of War in 2026

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:49

In 2026, Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces increased strikes into enemy depth by 1150%. 🚁 Robert Brovdy stated that the enemy no longer has a safe rear. Hundreds of targets in Russia and Crimea, including military-industrial and energy facilities, were hit in a single month. 🇺🇦🇷🇺

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Emergency power outages in Kyiv and regions: how heat and the aftermath of strikes are hitting Ukraine's power system

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:39

⚡️ Emergency power outages have been introduced in Kyiv and several regions of Ukraine due to heat and the aftermath of Russian strikes. Energy workers are working on restoration, but the situation remains tense. 🔌 #Ukraine #PowerSystem #PowerOutages

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International Manhunt: Interpol Issues Red Notice for Ukrainian Suspected of Attempted Assassination of Oligarch Yermolaev in Monaco

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:24

Interpol has issued an international wanted notice for Ukrainian Anastasia Berezovskaya, suspected of the attempted murder of oligarch Vadim Yermolaev in Monaco. The explosion at the businessman's home occurred on June 29, injuring three people, including the victim's son. The investigation is considering the theory of SBU involvement. 🚨🇺🇦🇲🇨

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Strike on the Wings: SBU Hits Russian Aviation in Crimea for the Second Time in a Week

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:21

SBU launches powerful strike on Crimea: drones hit aviation at “Saky” and “Hvardiiske” airfields. Su-30 fighters and Su-24 bombers were destroyed or damaged, along with warehouses of “Shahed” drones. This is part of Zelenskyy's 40-day operation to influence Russia. 🇺🇦🚁🔥

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Disguised as an Accident: How the SBU Foiled a Sabotage Attempt at a Defense Plant in Lviv

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:17

SBU foils sabotage in Lviv: Russian agent tried to blow up a defense plant, disguising the terror act as an accident. The suspect has been detained and faces life imprisonment. 🇺🇦🚨

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Water, heat, and debts: Yulia Sviridenko explains who is now responsible for tariffs and how to save frontline regions

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:14

Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko stated that responsibility for water tariffs has fully passed to regional administrations. 🚰 She also revealed the scale of the heating debt problem — 180 billion hryvnias owed to Naftogaz. 🔥 The situation in frontline regions is critical, and the government is seeking legislative solutions. #Ukraine #Tariffs #Energy

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Putin's Rating Collapses at Record Speed: Data from VCIOM and Levada Center

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:07

Putin's trust rating has fallen at a record speed: 3.4% lost in a week. VCIOM and Levada Center record growing dissatisfaction against the backdrop of a fuel crisis and Ukrainian strikes. The Kremlin is preparing the dictator for a rise in protests until autumn. 📉🇷🇺💥

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Smoke over Kyiv: why the air has worsened and when it will clear

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:04

Thick smoke has enveloped Kyiv and the region: experts link the smog to forest fires and the aftermath of shelling 🌫️🔥. Meteorologists forecast an improvement in the situation in the second half of the day thanks to rain, which will wash pollutants out of the air. Radiation levels currently remain within the norm 📉🌧️.

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Kyiv and Berlin Establish Working Group to Return Men of Conscription Age

Politics 07/03/2026, 19:01

Kyiv and Berlin have established a working group to return men of conscription age who illegally left Ukraine. Ambassador Oleksiy Makieiev confirmed the launch of Unity Hub centers and negotiations with German authorities. 🇺🇦🤝🇩🇪

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NMT-2026 Results: How to Get Scores and Enter University — Explanations from the Ministry of Education and Science

Politics 07/03/2026, 18:57

🎓 NMT-2026 results published on July 3rd! Find out how to check your scores, get your university card, and what has changed in the admission rules. New opportunities for international applicants 🌍 #NMT2026 #Admission #EducationUkraine

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MP Tishchenko in the dock: court decides the fate of the deputy in a $1 million bribery case

Politics 07/03/2026, 18:54

The HACC is deciding the fate of MP Nikolai Tishchenko. He is accused of demanding a $1 million bribe for "fighting" call centers and laundering 12.6 million UAH through a fictitious gift. The prosecutor requests arrest or bail of 19 million hryvnias. 🏛️⚖️💸

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