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Rescuer extinguishing fire at burnt Pochaina book market in Kyiv after missile strike

Aftermath of missile strike on Kyiv: rescuers extinguish fires at the Pochaina book market

Incidents 08/16/2026, 14:52
🔥 Missile strike on Kyiv on August 16: aftermath of the attack on the Pochaina market 🚨 Russian occupiers struck the capital with ballistic missiles. The Pochaina book market was seriously damaged. 📉 Part of the market burned down completely, rescuers are still extinguishing fires. The State Emergency Service spokesperson notes difficulties due to the large amount of combustible materials. 📚 Entrepreneurs assess the damage: shutters torn off, shelves broken, books damaged. Three injured people recorded as a result of the night attack. 📍 Obolon and Holosiivskyi districts were also affected. #Kyiv #MissileStrike #Pochaina #SES #UkraineNews
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Vladimir Putin at press conference: stern gaze and pointing gesture in context of rejecting ceasefire with Ukraine

Lavrov and Medvedev: Russia Rejects Ceasefire and Insists on Ukraine's Surrender Ahead of Duma Elections

Politics 08/15/2026, 10:29
🇷🇺 Russia Rejects Ceasefire: Lavrov and Medvedev Insist on Ukraine's Surrender Ahead of Duma Elections 📉 The Kremlin refuses any negotiations that do not involve meeting Moscow's demands. 🗳️ Experts link the harsh rhetoric to the pre-election campaign for the Duma (September 18–20, 2026). 🚫 Russia rejected even proposals for a maritime moratorium in the Black Sea. 🇺🇦 Zelenskyy confirms readiness for compromises, but Moscow rejects any initiatives. #Russia #Ukraine #Elections2026 #Lavrov #Medvedev
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Sergei Lavrov rejects ceasefire, stating it would negate the legacy of ancestors

Lavrov Rejects Ceasefire: 'It Would Erase the Feats of Our Ancestors' — Russia Does Not Plan to Freeze the Conflict

Politics 08/14/2026, 12:49
🚨 Lavrov rejects ceasefire: 'It would erase the feats of our ancestors' — Russia does not plan to freeze the conflict. 🇷🇺🇺🇦 💥 Threats to intensify strikes on Ukraine's infrastructure 🤝 Kyiv's proposal for mutual abstention from strikes on civilian objects (unconfirmed) ⚖️ Contradictions between the versions of the parties 📉 US pressure on Ukraine 🔜 Conflict may enter a new phase of escalation #Lavrov #Ceasefire #Ukraine #Russia #BlackSea #USA #War
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Arrest scene in Sevastopol: law enforcement officers and military personnel near the house where the explosion occurred; police vehicles parked nearby, signs of operational activity visible

Explosion in Sevastopol: FSB Detains Suspect, Media Reports Death of Former Submarine Commander 'Zaporizhzhia' Shagayev

Incidents 08/13/2026, 16:06
🚨 **Explosion in Sevastopol: Former Submarine Commander 'Zaporizhzhia' Liquidated?** On August 13, 2026, a powerful explosion occurred on Stoletovskiy Prospect in Sevastopol. A Russian Navy officer died. 🔍 **Key facts:** • Media and Telegram channels identify the deceased as Robert Shagayev — former commander of a Ukrainian submarine who defected to Russia in 2014. • The FSB confirmed the death of the officer and the detention of a female suspect. • The explosive device was likely hidden in a trash can. 🇺🇦 Ukraine has not commented, but sources point to the work of intelligence services. #Sevastopol #Shagayev #FSB #Explosion #Ukraine
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Shahed-136 suicide drone (Geran-2) flying above clouds, illustrating the scale of Russian drone stockpiles

GUR assesses 'Geran' stockpiles: Russia has accumulated 6,200 drones for mass strikes

Politics 08/12/2026, 16:16
🚨 <b>GUR: Russia has accumulated 6,200 'Geran' drones</b> Ukrainian intelligence has assessed the enemy's UAV stockpiles as of August 2026: 🔹 <b>Reserve:</b> ~6,200 units. 🔹 <b>Production:</b> ~3,000 modified drones per month. 🔹 <b>Tactics:</b> Alternating accumulation and mass waves (up to 1,000 UAVs at once). 🔹 <b>Record:</b> 1,600 drones in a single raid (May 2026). Full breakdown of tactics and figures — in the material.
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Debris of a fallen rocket on the ground in Stefan-Voda district of Moldova

Diplomatic Scandal: Moldova Recalls Ambassador to Moscow After 'Drone-Missile' Crash in Stefan-Voda District

Politics 08/10/2026, 15:01
🚨 Diplomatic Scandal: Moldova recalls ambassador to Moscow after 'drone-missile' crash in Stefan-Voda district. 📍 On August 9, 2026, a powerful explosion occurred in the Crocmaz area. 🛸 Debris of a combat drone was found. 🚫 The MFA of Moldova condemned the violation of sovereignty. 🇷🇺 The Moldovan Ambassador to the Russian Federation was recalled for consultations. #Moldova #DroneAttack #Diplomacy #News2026
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Peruvian soldier in camouflage with weapon in front of other soldiers

Peru officially confirms for the first time the death of its citizens in the Russian army: 11 killed and a call not to trust recruiters

Politics 08/10/2026, 08:16
🇵🇪 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru has confirmed for the first time the death of 11 of its citizens in the ranks of the Russian army. A total of 459 Peruvians enlisted in the Russian army: 114 are missing in action, 3 were taken prisoner by the AFU. 🚨 Relatives are protesting in front of the Russian embassy in Lima, demanding the return of their loved ones. #Peru #Ukraine #Russia #Mercenaries
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Rescuers in protective gear work at night at the site of a shelling in Zaporizhzhia, one holding a flashlight and phone to illuminate the ruins

Tragedy amidst the ruins: A rescuer killed during a second shelling of Zaporizhzhia on August 9, 2026

Incidents 08/10/2026, 05:07
🚨 Tragedy in Zaporizhzhia: A rescuer killed during a second shelling. On August 9, 2026, while clearing the aftermath of the first strike, rescuers were hit by a second shelling. 🔹 1 rescuer killed. 🔹 3 emergency service employees injured. 🔹 Repeated KAB strikes on the city. This is already the third major attack on Zaporizhzhia in a week. Thousands of residents are left without power. #Zaporizhzhia #MilitaryAggression #Rescuers
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European Union flags waving in front of the European Parliament building, symbolizing political decisions on the confiscation of Russian assets in the context of French elections and Trump's plans

Former EU and US Leaders Call for Confiscation of Russian Assets: How the 2026 'Window of Opportunity' Depends on French Elections and Trump's Plans

Politics 08/08/2026, 18:11
🚨 Former EU and US leaders have called for the confiscation of 210 billion euros in Russian assets. The initiative is linked to Belgium's refusal in 2025 and fears regarding the elections in France. 🇪🇺 The authors of the statement fear that the 'window of opportunity' will close if Le Pen's supporters come to power. 🇺🇸 Special emphasis is placed on Donald Trump's plans: the 'peace plan' of 2025 features a clause on transferring 100 billion in assets under US control. 🇩🇪 In Germany, the initiative will help neutralize the far-right AfD's arguments about financing the war.
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Barbed wire against the backdrop of the Russian flag, symbolizing sanctions and restrictions

New Zealand introduces 36th sanctions package: blow to cybercriminals and child abductors

Politics 08/08/2026, 15:44
🇳🇿 New Zealand has introduced its 36th sanctions package against the Russian Federation. 33 individuals are under restrictions. Special focus is on cybercriminals and child abductors. 🚫💻 Minister Peters stated: "Children cannot be used as weapons of war." Sanctions also affected Russia's allies from North Korea and Iran. In total, more than 2,000 individuals have been restricted since 2022. 📉
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