#2026

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Ukrainian soldiers use a laser-based air defense system to destroy a drone at dusk — a key element of Ukraine’s victory in the 2026 aerial war

260,000 Drones Shot Down: How Ukraine Wins the 'Air War' in 2026

Incidents 08/12/2026, 15:23
🇺🇦 Ukraine has shot down more than 260,000 Russian drones since the beginning of 2026. According to Ministry of Defense data, 195,000 fixed-wing UAVs and 66,000 quadcopters have been shot down. 🚀 The DELTA system plays a key role. 📈 The number of shot-down drones increased sharply in July. 🛡️ This saves lives and exhausts the enemy's resources.
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Crying woman surrounded by armed soldiers during a street mobilization raid in Omsk

«Sirius 55» and Street Raids: How Omsk Became a Testing Ground for Forced Mobilization in 2026

Politics 08/12/2026, 08:24
🚨 Omsk, August 2026: Mass detentions of men on the streets have been recorded in the region with the aim of forcibly signing contracts with the Ministry of Defense. 📍 Case: A 31-year-old man, detained for drinking alcohol, was taken to the "Sirius 55" recruitment center and forced to sign a contract under pressure. ⚖️ Reaction: The prosecutor's office demands "additional documents," ignoring complaints from relatives. A similar scheme is operating in Penza. 🔮 Context: Experts consider this a test before the upcoming "rapid" mobilization after parliamentary elections. #Omsk #Mobilization2026 #Sirius55 #Penza #War
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Ukrainian POWs in a Russian prison stand in line by a barbed wire wall, illustrating the reality versus propaganda promises of 'improved' detention conditions.

Theater of the Absurd: Russia Prepares Large-Scale Propaganda Campaign to 'Improve' Conditions for Ukrainian POWs

Politics 08/10/2026, 16:09
🇷🇺 Russia is preparing a massive fake campaign about 'humane' treatment of Ukrainian POWs. According to CCD data, prisoners will be moved to 'comfortable' conditions only for filming to deceive the West. 🎭 Moscow plans to use Russians returned from captivity to make false statements about conditions in Ukraine. 📉 Reality contradicts propaganda: Russian soldiers are surrendering to captivity again in large numbers after exchange (20 cases by the end of July 2026), choosing it over the front. #Ukraine #War #Disinformation
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Concept rear camera module of iPhone Ultra featuring three lenses and laser scanner, showcasing Apple’s future innovations for 2026–2028

iPhone Ultra: Apple is preparing a revolution for September 2026 and is already working on 2028 models

Technology 08/10/2026, 10:18
📱 Apple is preparing a revolution for September 2026: the first foldable iPhone Ultra is already on the way! 🔍 Insiders have revealed colors (dark blue and silver) and camera design. 🚀 The second generation is expected by the iPhone anniversary in 2027. 📅 The third generation with larger screens — already planned for 2028. #Apple #iPhoneUltra #iPhoneFold #Tech2026
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Collage featuring a gas station, fuel barrels, and a jerrycan, illustrating the change in fuel prices in Ukraine on August 10, 2026

A 5 UAH difference per liter: how fuel prices at Ukrainian gas stations changed on August 10, 2026

Economy 08/10/2026, 09:37
📉 Fuel prices in Ukraine on August 10, 2026: a gap of 5 UAH per liter! Price stability at the beginning of the week does not cancel out the huge difference between gas station networks. Drivers may overpay up to 5 UAH per liter of gasoline or diesel depending on the choice of gas station. 🛢️ Gasoline A-95: ✅ Ukrnafta: 79.90 UAH (cheapest) ❌ SOCAR: 85.40 UAH (most expensive) 🚛 Diesel: ✅ Ukrnafta: 89.90 UAH ❌ SOCAR: 95.90 UAH ⛽ Autogas: ✅ Ukrnafta: 42.90 UAH ❌ WOG: 44.50 UAH Experts are debating: will prices go down or reach 100 UAH? Read the full analysis on XAB.info.
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