Tag: #Ukraine

The Far Caves of the Lavra are open again: how pilgrims will be able to visit the ancient shrine after the destruction

Culture 07/14/2026, 19:08

The Far (Theodosius) Caves of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra are open again to pilgrims after a long break and war damage. 🇺🇦🕊️ Access is currently limited: until August 15 — only on weekends, groups up to 12 people. This is a step towards restoring access to the ancient shrines ahead of the monastery's 1000th anniversary. #Lavra #Kyiv #Pilgrimage

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Ukraine receives first Rafale jets: details of major defense contract with France

Politics 07/14/2026, 19:02

Ukraine has officially ordered the first 16 Rafale fighters and approved a major roadmap with France. 🇺🇦🇫🇷 The parties agreed on the delivery of the newest SAMP/T NG air defense complexes and the launch of licensed production of Aster 30 and SCALP missiles on Ukrainian territory. The first aircraft and pilot training are scheduled for 2026. ✈️🚀

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Yellow alert level: forecasters warn of thunderstorms and rising water levels in Ukraine on July 15

Politics 07/14/2026, 18:51

On July 15, Ukraine is expected to warm up, but forecasters have declared a yellow alert level due to thunderstorms. A rise in the Prut River water level is forecast in Chernivtsi, and energy companies warn of possible power outages. ⛈️🌊

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Why the lights go out in entire neighborhoods: how power outage schedules work and why entrances of the same building may be disconnected differently

Politics 07/14/2026, 18:44

Why do lights go out in entire neighborhoods? Energy experts explain: they disconnect not houses, but the substations supplying them. Sometimes even within one building, different entrances follow different schedules. 🕯️⚡ #energy #outages #Ukraine

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FREYJA: How Ukraine and Europe are Creating a Unified 'Iron Dome' from Ukrainian Missiles and European Radars

Politics 07/14/2026, 18:22

Ukraine and Europe are creating the FREYJA air defense system: European radars are combined with Ukrainian Fire Point missiles. Experts call this the creation of an 'Iron Dome' for the entire continent, capable of intercepting threats in advance. 🚀🛡️

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UK Expands Sanctions Against Russia: 'Rybar' and GRU Personnel Targeted

Politics 07/14/2026, 17:24

🇬🇧 The UK has expanded its sanctions lists: 10 employees of the 'Rybar' project and 14 GRU suspects of cyberattacks are targeted. London accuses them of political interference and data theft. 🕵️‍♂️💻

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Bulgaria exits the 'coalition of the willing': Radev refuses further military aid to Ukraine

Politics 07/14/2026, 17:04

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev announced the country's exit from the 'coalition of the willing' 🇧🇬. The head of state stated that the conflict cannot be resolved by military means and called for diplomacy. Direct military aid to Ukraine has ceased; only equipment repair is possible 🛠️.

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Decriminalization for Adults and Harsh Sentences for Child Pornography: How the Verkhovna Rada is Changing the Rules of the Game

Politics 07/14/2026, 17:02

The Verkhovna Rada supported a bill on the decriminalization of pornography for adults but strengthened liability for child pornography. The document was adopted in principle: 231 deputies voted for it. Now the law awaits the second reading and the president's signature. 🇺🇦📉🔞

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Bulgaria exits the 'Coalition of the Willing': Sofia refuses military aid to Kyiv

Politics 07/14/2026, 16:55

Bulgaria has officially left the 'Coalition of the Willing' and refused military aid to Kyiv. Prime Minister Rumen Radev stated the need for a diplomatic solution to the conflict and pragmatism in relations with Russia, although commercial arms sales continue. 🇧🇬🚫🇺🇦

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Aleksandr Polozhynsky: 'It's Easier Alone' — 'Tartak' Frontman on Personal Life During War

Culture 07/14/2026, 16:48

Aleksandr Polozhynsky honestly spoke about his personal life: he is still a bachelor, and currently, all his attention is focused on his service in the army. The musician admitted that he is not looking for a wife but does not rule out the possibility of falling in love in the future. 🇺🇦❤️

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Deposit Law: Ukraine proposes returning money for recycling plastic bottles

Economy 07/14/2026, 16:37

Ukraine has proposed introducing a deposit system for plastic packaging based on the European model. Money can be refunded for every bottle or can returned. This should help clean up nature and save the budget 🇺🇦♻️💰

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Beavers as Chief Engineers: How a British Farm Became a Profitable Business Thanks to Nature

Science 07/14/2026, 16:19

🌿 Beavers turned an abandoned farm into a profitable business! 🐾 A unique project launched in the UK where beavers became the chief "engineers" of nature restoration. 💧💰 #ecology #beavers #nature

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Security vs. Censorship: Ukrainians Demand Transparent Rules for Combating Dangerous Online Content

Technology 07/14/2026, 16:02

Ukrainians are increasingly encountering disinformation online, but fear the fight against it turning into censorship. An Active Group poll showed: citizens are ready for tough measures but demand transparency and independent control. Trust in intelligence agencies is falling, while fear of pressure on the opposition is growing. 🇺🇦📱⚖️

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Ukrainians injured in Iran's missile strike on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz: MFA statement

Politics 07/14/2026, 15:38

Iranian missiles struck tankers in the Strait of Hormuz: one person killed, two Ukrainians injured. Ukraine's MFA called for an immediate cessation of hostilities and the opening of the strait. 🚢🚨

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Olya Tsybulskaya: new photos, weight numbers and the goal the singer is heading towards

Culture 07/14/2026, 14:29

Olya Tsybulskaya showed new photos after losing weight and announced her weight on the scales — 57.4 kg. The singer admitted that she has not yet reached her goal of 53–55 kg and talked about what prevents her from losing the extra pounds. 📸🔥 #Tsybulskaya #WeightLoss #Celebrities

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Luchanov did not shoot: Court reveals the name of the killer of the Moseychuk brothers

Politics 07/14/2026, 14:17

In court regarding the murder of the Moseychuk brothers, the name of the perpetrator was revealed. The prosecution claims that it was not Luchanov who shot, but his subordinate Alexey Dolgolenko, who inflicted fatal wounds on the victims at a range near Poltava. The former brigade commander himself denies guilt, stating that he was on leave at the time of the crime. 🏛️🔫

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SBU exposes 10 million UAH embezzlement: 'Tsentrenergo' official attempted to sell old pipes to TPPs

Politics 07/14/2026, 14:00

The SBU exposed a corruption scheme in 'Tsentrenergo' worth 10.4 million UAH. An official and suppliers attempted to sell old pipes with fake markings to the Trypilska and Zmiivska TPPs, which could have led to accidents during the heating season. The suspects face up to 12 years in prison. 🔌🚫

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