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Passport booklet in Ukraine: when replacement with an ID card is mandatory and when it is not

Politics 06/29/2026, 11:24

The 1994 model passport booklet in Ukraine has not lost its validity and remains a valid document. The SMS confirmed: replacement with an ID card is mandatory only in specific cases, while for others it is voluntary. Meanwhile, a passport is obtained free of charge for the first time, but a fee must be paid for a subsequent replacement. 🇺🇦📄

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Lukashenko in Beijing: Xi Jinping calls relations with Minsk a historical peak

Politics 06/29/2026, 11:11

Lukashenko arrived in Beijing on an unexpected visit and met with Xi Jinping. The Chinese leader called relations with Minsk a "historical peak," while the Belarusian president spoke of global cooperation. The visit takes place against the backdrop of Lukashenko's demands to Russia not to drag his country into the war. 🇨🇳🤝🇧🇾

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108 Drones: How the Ukrainian Armed Forces Repelled Russia's Mass Attack on the Night of June 29

Politics 06/29/2026, 11:08

On the night of June 29, Russia attacked Ukraine with 108 drones. The Armed Forces of Ukraine shot down 82 UAVs, but the threat remains. Amidst the escalation in the Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia regions, civilians were killed and injured. 🚨🇺🇦

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The End of the Destroyer Era: Britain Shifts Naval Strategy to Counter Russia in the Atlantic

Politics 06/29/2026, 11:04

Britain has abandoned the construction of destroyers in favor of drones and hybrid vessels due to the threat from Russia in the Atlantic. 🇬🇧⚓️ The Ministry of Defense allocated £14.5 billion for modernization, and commandos will receive funds to intercept the "shadow fleet." 🇷🇺🚫

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Emergency summit in Jurata: The Baltics and Poland unite before Ankara, trying to save relations with Kyiv

Politics 06/29/2026, 10:54

Polish President Nawrocki gathered Baltic and Romanian leaders in Jurata to prepare for the NATO summit. The main topics were uniting before Ankara and Lithuania's attempt to quell the conflict between Warsaw and Kyiv over the scandal involving the Order and the UPA. 🇵🇱🇺🇦🤝

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Poland hands Germany a plan for payments to Nazi victims: conditions, amounts, and Tusk's ultimatum

Politics 06/29/2026, 10:47

Poland has handed Germany a plan for annual payments of 10,000 zlotys to Nazi victims. Prime Minister Tusk has given Berlin a deadline until the end of 2026, threatening to finance the program independently. 🇵🇱🤝🇩🇪💰

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African heatwave in Ukraine: on June 29, temperatures will rise to +38°C with no rain

Politics 06/29/2026, 10:40

On June 29, Ukraine is expecting a real African heatwave: on the Right Bank, temperatures will rise to +38°C without a single drop of rain. Meteorologists warn of the risk of air heating up to +40°C in the coming days. 🌡️☀️🇺🇦

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Israel Officially Recognizes Armenian Genocide: End of an Era of Diplomatic Silence

Politics 06/29/2026, 10:37

Israel has officially recognized the Armenian Genocide, supporting the decision with the entire Cabinet of Ministers for the first time in history. The Foreign Minister Gideon Saar initiated the move, citing the moral duty of the Jewish people. Diplomatic silence, dictated by relations with Turkey and Azerbaijan, was broken against the backdrop of escalating regional conflicts in 2026. 🇮🇱🇦🇲🕊️

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Zyuganov Calls for Confiscating 130 Trillion Rubles from Citizens: Russia on the Brink of Financial Collapse

Politics 06/29/2026, 10:26

The head of the CPRF, Gennady Zyuganov, called for the confiscation of 130 trillion rubles from citizens for the needs of the army. Against the backdrop of a budget deficit of 6 trillion rubles and falling oil prices, the Ministry of Finance of the Russian Federation is preparing laws to access pension savings. 💸📉

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Poland Purchases Swedish Saab Submarines: Details of the 20 Billion Zloty Contract

Politics 06/29/2026, 10:22

Poland signs a 20 billion zloty contract with Saab for the supply of the latest submarines for the Baltic 🇵🇱🇸🇪. The first submarine will appear in 2030, but crew training will begin earlier with the help of a transferred training vessel. This is part of the deterrence strategy and the "Orka" fleet modernization program. 🚢🛡️

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A Trap for the Poor: How Peruvians Are Deceptively Recruited into the Russian Army

Politics 06/29/2026, 10:19

A large-scale recruitment scheme targeting Peruvian citizens has been exposed in Russia: they were promised jobs as guards with a $4,000 salary but were sent to the front lines in Ukraine. Hundreds of Latin Americans have found themselves trapped, and the Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has already sent dozens of requests to Moscow to save them. 🇵🇪🇷🇺🚨

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The Myth of the 'Anchorage Spirit': Putin Confirms No Agreements on Ukraine Were Signed with Trump

Politics 06/29/2026, 03:10

Vladimir Putin dispelled the myth of the 'Anchorage Spirit': no official agreements with Donald Trump on Ukraine were signed. 📄❌ Negotiations in Alaska remained in the format of verbal declarations, while Washington has already begun adjusting its positions following consultations with the G7. 🇺🇸🤝🇷🇺

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Start of the election campaign: Putin spoke at the United Russia congress and named key figures in the list

Politics 06/29/2026, 03:07

Vladimir Putin launched the United Russia election campaign at the party congress. Lavrov, Sobyanin, and 76 SMO participants were included in the federal list. Elections to the State Duma of the IX convocation will take place in September 2026. 🗳️🇷🇺

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Rachel Reeves in Kyiv: London Opens Access to Russian Assets and Promises $1.9 Billion in Aid

Politics 06/29/2026, 02:55

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves in Kyiv confirmed a $1.9 billion aid package and London's openness to using the frozen Russian assets themselves, not just their income. 🇬🇧🇺🇦 Plans for joint weapons production and energy restoration were discussed.

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The Return of the Giant: 'Admiral Nakhimov' Arrives in Severomorsk After 29 Years of Modernization

Politics 06/29/2026, 02:51

The legendary cruiser 'Admiral Nakhimov' has returned to Severomorsk after 29 years of absence. The ship has arrived for the final stage of state trials following a complete replacement of armament with hypersonic complexes. Experts assess the new role of the giant as a key element in the protection of nuclear submarines in the Arctic, despite the outdated geometry of the hull.

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Death of the Commander of the 154th Brigade: From Contradictory Statements to a Criminal Case for Murder

Politics 06/29/2026, 02:48

An investigation has been launched in the Zaporizhzhia region into the death of the commander of the 154th Brigade, Colonel Kononnikov. The police qualified the incident as intentional murder, despite initial statements by the command denying violent death. 🔫🚨

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Fuel Crisis: Putin Admits Gasoline Shortage and Imposes Export Ban

Politics 06/29/2026, 02:45

Putin admits fuel shortage in Russia: refineries are operating at the limit, and the export of gasoline and kerosene is temporarily banned. Queues and lack of fuel grades are recorded at gas stations; reserves are depleted by 4% compared to last year. 🛢️🚫🚗

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Technological Lag: Serhiy Beskrestnov Outlines Critical Challenges for the Ukrainian Armed Forces

Politics 06/29/2026, 02:32

Defense Minister's Advisor Serhiy "Flash" Beskrestnov outlined critical technological challenges for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Main problems: lack of protection against KAB, lag in EW against drones, and vulnerability of frontline cities. 🚀🛡️

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