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Zelensky's Order of the White Eagle transferred to the archives: how Warsaw is closing the conflict with Kyiv

Politics 06/23/2026, 00:56

The Order of the White Eagle returned by Volodymyr Zelensky has been officially accepted in Poland and sent to the archives. The press secretary of President Nawrocki confirmed the receipt of the award and stated that this will not affect relations between the countries, despite historical disagreements. 🇵🇱🇺🇦

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy reveals details about his daughter's life: where she studies, how she copes with the war, and why she didn't leave

Politics 06/22/2026, 23:30

Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed details about his daughter Alexandra's life: she successfully passed her exams and will remain in Ukraine despite the war. The President told how the 21-year-old student reacts to air raids and serves as an example for her younger brother. 🇺🇦🎓

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Ukraine and Moldova: A Unified Path to the EU Without 'Divergence' — MFA Position

Politics 06/22/2026, 23:13

The MFA of Ukraine commented on European Commission statements regarding Moldova and refuted myths about the 'divergence' of Kyiv and Chisinau's paths to the EU. Hryhoriy Tsykh stated that the countries are moving synchronously, while the assessment of candidates remains individual. 🇺🇦🇪🇺🇲🇩

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Targeted hunt on logistics: how Ukrposhta survives under shelling in frontline zones

Politics 06/22/2026, 23:06

Ukrposhta is forced to switch to emergency operating modes due to targeted shelling by Russian occupiers. In Sumy Oblast and Nikopol, logistics operate under constant threat, using mobile post offices and secret routes for mail delivery. 🇺🇦📦🚚

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Polish President Not Invited to Gdańsk Conference: Zelenskyy and Tusk at the Center of Diplomatic Conflict

Politics 06/22/2026, 22:59

Polish President Karol Nawrocki has not been invited to the Ukraine Reconstruction Conference in Gdańsk due to a political conflict with the country's authorities. Ukrainian MFA spokesperson Georgiy Tikhyy linked this to internal struggles in Poland and the recent scandal surrounding the Order of the White Eagle. 🇺🇦🇵🇱

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Lessons from the Ukrainian Front: Why NATO is Investing in Microphones to Protect Against Drones

Politics 06/22/2026, 22:52

The war in Ukraine has forced NATO to reconsider its air defense approaches: instead of expensive radars, the alliance is betting on simple acoustic sensors and microphones to detect drones. 🎧🚁 Sir John Stringer confirmed that the Ukrainian experience has become a key factor for new investments in defense systems.

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Over 800,000 Targets: How Ukrainian Drones Became the Main Factor of the War

Politics 06/22/2026, 22:48

Ukrainian drones have struck over 800,000 targets since the beginning of the year, accounting for 90% of enemy losses. Defense Minister Fedorov called May the most productive month and spoke about new developments, including underwater UAVs and high-speed interceptors. 🇺🇦🚁💥

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Major from the front: who heads the Kyiv Patrol Police after the Holosiiv scandal

Politics 06/22/2026, 22:45

Major Yehor Holubov, with experience commanding a battalion in Kramatorsk and Slovyansk, has taken the helm of the Kyiv Patrol Police. He replaces Yaroslav Kurbakov, who resigned following the Holosiiv terror attack. 🚓🇺🇦

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Germany to Deploy a Full Brigade in Lithuania: 5,000 Soldiers at the Border with Belarus

Politics 06/22/2026, 22:42

Germany will station 5,000 military personnel in Lithuania to protect NATO's eastern flank. 🇩🇪🇱🇹 Construction of infrastructure for the new brigade is proceeding ahead of schedule, and the first units are already conducting exercises 20 km from the border with Belarus. 🛡️

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Underground shelter failed: how Ukrainian drones destroyed a 'Pantsir-S1' in Zaporizhzhia

Politics 06/22/2026, 22:31

Russian military tried to hide a 'Pantsir-S1' in an underground bunker, but Ukrainian drones found and destroyed it. 🔥🚁 GUR intelligence showed video of the equipment burning to the ground while the enemy scurries. In the Zaporizhzhia direction, Ukrainian forces also took control of Stepanivka. 🇺🇦💥

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Moscow Refinery Under the 'Pantsir' Shield: How Russia Responds to Drone Strikes

Politics 06/22/2026, 22:28

🇷🇺 Russia has deployed 'Pantsirs' to the Moscow Refinery after drone strikes. 🛡️ Three installations are already on MKAD overpasses — protection is strengthened, but the price may be high. ⚠️ Other objects have been left without cover.

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European Commission changes the rules of the game: the path to the EU now depends only on reforms, not on deadlines

Politics 06/22/2026, 22:21

The European Commission is changing the rules of the game: the path to the EU now depends only on reforms, not on deadlines. Ursula von der Leyen stated that each candidate country is responsible for its own progress independently. For Ukraine, this means that the opening of new clusters depends directly on the implementation of reforms. 🇪🇺🇺🇦🇲🇩

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The Silence of Sirens: Why Russian Authorities Refuse to Warn Citizens of Air Raids

Politics 06/22/2026, 22:18

Russian authorities are massively refusing to activate air raid sirens. From Crimea to Bashkortostan, officials explain this by the desire to avoid panic and the rise in antidepressant consumption. Intelligence calls this an attempt to hide the reality of war from the population. 🚨🇷🇺📉

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"Let Them Find 70,000": Pivnenko on Russia's Plans in the North and Ukraine's Readiness

Politics 06/22/2026, 22:07

Major General Oleksandr Pivnenko stated that for a large-scale offensive from Belarus, Russia would need to find 70,000 servicemen, which seems difficult given current losses on other fronts. 🇺🇦🛡️ Despite the activity of Russian special forces near the border, Ukraine is ready for any scenario and will not allow a repeat of the events of 2022.

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Historic meeting in Switzerland: US and Iran begin talks on nuclear program and Lebanon

Politics 06/21/2026, 17:52

Historic negotiations between the US and Iran have begun in Switzerland. Vice President JD Vance and the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament discussed the nuclear program and the situation in Lebanon. Despite the threat of closing the Strait of Hormuz, both sides reported progress in the first hours of dialogue. 🇺🇸🇮🇷🤝

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Fuel Collapse: How Russia is Hiding a Massive Gasoline Shortage

Politics 06/21/2026, 17:46

A massive fuel crisis is unfolding in Russia: regions are imposing refueling limits, while fuel has been completely cut off in Crimea. Authorities are trying to hide the shortage, but blocked pumps and zeros on displays are visible at gas stations. 🚗⛽🚫

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Mandatory drone training to be introduced in Russian transport universities from 2026: large-scale militarization of education

Politics 06/21/2026, 16:33

From 2026, training in drone operation will become mandatory in Russian transport universities. Experts estimate the scale of the program at 250,000 people and see this as the militarization of education. 🇷🇺🚁🎓

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Polish deputy returns 'Golden Cross of Merit' to President Nawrocki in protest against stripping Zelensky of the Order

Politics 06/21/2026, 16:27

Former Polish Sejm deputy Piotr Fogler returned the 'Golden Cross of Merit' to President Nawrocki as a sign of protest. The reason was the cancellation of the Order of the White Eagle for Zelensky due to the renaming of an SSO unit. Following Ukrainian leaders, the Poles themselves are renouncing their awards.

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