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Cold buckwheat and clumped rice: how the monopoly on school meals in Odesa turned budget lunches into garbage

Politics 06/09/2026, 17:09

An investigation by "Odesa Life" exposed the problem of school meals in Odesa: children are eating cold semi-finished products and "clumped" buckwheat. Journalists proved that the market has been captured by a monopoly, and the largest supplier continues to receive contracts despite criminal cases. 🍽️🚫

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Two million in losses: former official in Odesa charged with negligence in school equipment procurement

Politics 06/09/2026, 17:06

In Odesa, a former official is charged with negligence in the procurement of projectors and interactive boards for schools. Due to inflated prices, the city budget lost more than 2 million hryvnias. The suspect faces up to 5 years in prison. 🏛️💸

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Exam under bombs: over 800 Odessa graduates took the NMT after 7 p.m. due to air raids

Politics 06/09/2026, 17:03

More than 800 graduates of the Odesa region took the NMT exam after 7 p.m., voluntarily refusing a postponement due to air raids. Officials are asking to simplify admission rules for frontline regions, while the Ministry of Education is considering replacing the NMT with foreign exams. 🇺🇦📚💣

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Ukraine and Hungary: 10 out of 11 requirements agreed, but the issue of quotas in the Verkhovna Rada remains open

Politics 06/09/2026, 16:57

Ukraine and Hungary have agreed on 10 out of 11 requirements regarding European integration, but the issue of quotas for minorities in the Rada remains open. 🇺🇦🇭🇺 Now the parties will turn to the Venice Commission for clarifications. Additionally, Bulgaria is also preparing its demands regarding language rights. 🇧🇬

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Strategic Failure: US Declares Russia's Defeat at the UN and Names Sponsor Countries

Politics 06/09/2026, 16:51

The US at the UN called Russia's invasion a strategic failure and urged Iran and Cuba to stop supporting Moscow. Diplomat Dan Negrea stated that Russia's oil refineries are on fire and that escalation will only worsen the catastrophe. 🇺🇸🇷🇺🌍

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Chonhar Bridge Destroyed Again: Traffic Blocked, Russia Seeks Detours

Politics 06/09/2026, 16:48

🚧 Chonhar Bridge Destroyed Again After Ukrainian Attack — Traffic Blocked. 🚨 Saldo: 20+ Drones Shot Down, But Consequences Could Have Been Worse. Drivers Advised to Detour via Armenian and Perekop. #Kherson #Crimea #Chonhar

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Logistical collapse: how strikes on Chongar and the bridge paralyze the supply of the Russian grouping in Crimea

Politics 06/09/2026, 16:45

The Armed Forces of Ukraine are methodically destroying the logistics of the Russian Federation in Crimea: strikes on Chongar and the bridge paralyze supplies. An expert stated the possibility of scaling up attacks. 🇺🇦💥🚧

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Thunderstorms and Rain: Meteorologists Warn of Unstable Weather in Ukraine from June 9–12

Politics 06/09/2026, 16:39

Meteorologists have warned of unstable weather in Ukraine from June 9 to 12: rain and thunderstorms are expected. During the day, temperatures may rise to +28°C in some places, but precipitation will be uneven. 🌧️🌡️

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Zelensky: Europe Must Participate in Ceasefire Negotiations

Politics 06/09/2026, 16:37

Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Europe must participate in ceasefire negotiations as the war threatens the security of the entire continent. The President considers a meeting of leaders from Ukraine, Russia, and EU countries the first step towards peace, but noted the lack of will for peace on the part of Russia. 🇺🇦🇪🇺🕊️

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Battle with the Ocean: Portugal to Spend €17 Million Saving Algarve Beaches

Politics 06/09/2026, 16:23

Portugal has launched a massive operation to save the Algarve beaches: 2.2 million tons of sand worth €17.2 million have been brought to the region 🏖️💸. The works cover 6 km of coastline, but experts warn: the sea may wash the sand back within a few years 🌊. This is a temporary measure aimed at protecting infrastructure from erosion and storms.

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End of the disarmament era: the world awaits growth in nuclear arsenals for the first time in decades

Politics 06/09/2026, 16:20

The world awaits growth in nuclear arsenals for the first time in decades: SIPRI report records states' refusal to disarm. Russia and the US are modernizing weapons, and the expiration of New START increases risks. 🌍☢️🚀

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"Audacity in our DNA": Klimkin assesses Zelenskyy's letter to Putin as a strategic move ahead of the G7 summit

Politics 06/09/2026, 15:52

Pavlo Klimkin called Zelenskyy's letter to Putin a strategically correct step that fixed Ukraine's position ahead of the G7 summit. The expert is confident: audacity is in the Ukrainian DNA, and Europe will no longer be a passive observer in peace negotiations. 🇺🇦📜🤝

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Logistical collapse: Russian occupiers closed the M-280 highway due to Ukrainian drone strikes

Politics 06/09/2026, 15:44

Russian occupiers have officially closed the M-280 highway due to Ukrainian drone strikes 🚛💥. Transport intensity has dropped by 71%, which has already led to a food shortage in Crimea 🍞🚫. #Drones #Ukraine #Crimea

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Washington vs Tel Aviv: The US openly declares a divergence with Israel over Iran

Politics 06/09/2026, 15:37

The US has openly declared a divergence of interests with Israel regarding Iran 🇺🇸🇮🇱. Washington has bet on diplomacy and a nuclear deal, despite Tel Aviv's position. The White House emphasized: US national interests come first, even if this displeases allies. 🌍🤝

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EU's 21st Sanctions Package: New Blows to Energy, Crypto Exchanges, and Fisheries

Politics 06/09/2026, 15:34

The European Commission has presented the 21st sanctions package against Russia 🇪🇺🇷🇺. For the first time, fisheries and crypto exchanges are under attack, and an entry ban is introduced for former combatants. The energy sector and military-industrial complex face new restrictions.

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Entry Ban and Blow to the 'Shadow Fleet': EU Prepares 21st Sanctions Package Against Russia

Politics 06/09/2026, 15:31

The EU is preparing the 21st sanctions package against Russia: for the first time, an entry ban is introduced for former Russian combatants. 🚫🇪🇺 The blow hits 660+ "shadow fleet" vessels, ports, and 90 banks. Adoption of the package is expected as early as July. 🛑📉

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The Untouchability Law: How Vlasenko's New Bill Creates an 'Information Vacuum' for Ukrainian Anti-Corruption Efforts

Politics 06/09/2026, 15:17

Vlasenko's Bill No. 15289 threatens to turn NABU into a 'powerless' structure and make judges untouchable. 🚫👮‍♂️ Experts are sounding the alarm: the document blocks public revelations and creates an 'information vacuum' around corruption. 📉

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Abramovich's Money for Ukraine's Defense: Zelenskyy Reveals Details of Talks with British Oligarch

Politics 06/09/2026, 14:56

Zelenskyy confirmed negotiations with Abramovich regarding the transfer of funds from the sale of Chelsea for Ukraine's defense needs. The President believes it is fair to use Russian money to purchase expensive air defense missiles, as it was Russia that started the war. 🇺🇦🇬🇧💰

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