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Lithuania becomes a NATO proving ground: US and UK test 50 anti-drone systems

Politics 06/02/2026, 00:26

The US and UK conducted Flytrap exercises in Lithuania, testing more than 50 anti-drone systems. The main goal is to teach troops to defend against drones while on the move, not just in trenches. 🛡️🚁

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Kalibr Launches from the Caspian: Russia Begins Mass Combined Strike on Ukraine

Politics 06/02/2026, 00:32

Russia launched a new combined strike on Ukraine in the night of June 2. 🚀 Launches of Kalibr missiles from the Caspian Sea and a massive drone attack have been recorded. The AFU warns of target entry into airspace around 02:00. ⚠️

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Trump Personally Asked Xi Jinping to Bring Putin Back to the Negotiating Table on Ukraine

Politics 06/01/2026, 23:36

Trump personally asked Xi Jinping to help stop the war in Ukraine, acknowledging the deadlock in negotiations. The US leader urged China to bring Putin back to the negotiating table with Zelenskyy. 🇺🇸🤝🇨🇳

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Strike against the 'shadow fleet': Ukrainian Armed Forces hit Russian cargo ship 'Leonid Pestrikov' in Berdyansk

Politics 06/01/2026, 22:50

🚢 The AFU struck the Russian cargo ship 'Leonid Pestrikov' in the port of Berdyansk. A heavy 'Zozulya' UAV with a 50 kg warhead was used for the attack. The ship, which is under US and Ukrainian sanctions, was used to export grain and operated as part of the 'shadow fleet' 🇺🇦🇷🇺

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Trump Announces Ceasefire: Israel Withdraws Troops from Beirut, Hezbollah Refuses Attacks

Politics 06/01/2026, 22:37

Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah: Israeli troops are being withdrawn from Beirut, and the parties have agreed not to attack each other. 🇺🇸🤝🇮🇱 The Israeli Defense Minister clarified that this is a deterrent mechanism, not a renunciation of force. Negotiations with Iran are resuming at a fast pace. 📉🔥

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Diplomatic Scandal: Former Polish Ambassador Returns Ukrainian Order Due to Zelenskyy's Decision on the UPA

Politics 06/01/2026, 22:15

Former Polish Ambassador Bartosz Cichocki returned a Ukrainian order in protest against Zelenskyy's decision to award a military unit the title "Heroes of the UPA." Warsaw calls this step a violation of historical sensitivity, while the President of Poland proposed stripping Zelenskyy of the Order of the White Eagle. 🇵🇱🇺🇦

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Putin Accuses Ukrainian Leadership of 'Grave Crimes' Against Children in Starobelsk and Henichesk

Politics 06/01/2026, 22:12

Vladimir Putin stated that the conflict has moved to a new level, accusing the Ukrainian leadership of committing 'grave crimes' against children in educational institutions in Starobelsk and Henichesk. The head of the Russian Federation emphasized that these actions are intentional.

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Zelenskyy: Ukraine has disabled nearly 40% of Russia's primary oil refining capacity

Politics 06/01/2026, 22:01

Zelenskyy reported that nearly 40% of Russia's primary oil refining capacity has been disabled. From January to May, Ukrainian strikes hit 15 refineries, forcing Russia to ban the export of aviation fuel and gasoline 🚛🔥

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Putin threatens 'inevitable punishment' for Ukraine after strike on Starobelsk: facts and response from the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Politics 06/01/2026, 21:56

🚨 Putin threatens Ukraine with 'inevitable punishment' after the strike on Starobelsk. The Armed Forces of Ukraine deny the attack on civilian objects. On the night of May 24, Russia launched a massive strike on Kyiv, including the 'Oreshnik' missile. 🇺🇦🇷🇺

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Bastrykin named the Ukrainian UAV commanders arrested in absentia in Russia and pointed to NATO countries' involvement

Politics 06/01/2026, 21:53

The ICR has arrested three Ukrainian commanders in absentia for the use of UAVs. Bastrykin named drone models and NATO countries supplying components. One of the suspects has already been sentenced to life imprisonment. 🚨🇺🇦🇷🇺

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Ukrainian President Warns of Possible Mass Attack: Intelligence Confirms Threat

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:55

⚠️ Ukrainian President warns of possible mass attack: intelligence confirms threat. Citizens advised to stay alert and use shelters. 🇺🇦🚨

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Reserve until 2026: Cabinet of Ministers approves new rules for critical enterprises

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:53

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved new reservation rules: critical enterprises retain their status until 2026 but will undergo a strict audit in July. If a business no longer meets the criteria, the reservation will be lifted. 📉🇺🇦

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Trump on Talks with Iran: 'We Will Simply Go Silent, But the Blockade Remains'

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:45

Trump commented on the pause in negotiations with Iran: 'We will go silent, but the blockade remains.' The US President rejected the idea of immediate military strikes but emphasized that Washington has leverage. 🇺🇸🇮🇷

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Andriy Yuskov: The Kremlin is losing control, while the '1000 for 1000' exchange continues

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:42

Andriy Yuskov stated that the Kremlin is facing a mobilization crisis, while strikes on Crimea are already causing a fuel shortage. Meanwhile, the '1000 for 1000' prisoner exchange continues, despite Russia's attempts to disrupt the process. 🇺🇦🛡️

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Manpower Crisis: Russia Fails to Replace Frontline Losses — Intelligence Data

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:31

Ukrainian intelligence has confirmed: Russia is failing to replace frontline losses despite continuous mobilization. 🇷🇺📉 Zelenskyy warned of Kremlin plans to conscript another 100,000 people and increase pressure in the north. 🇺🇦🛡️

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Trump's Dead End: Why the US President's Team is Tired of Ukraine Negotiations

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:26

Trump's team admits to being tired of endless negotiations over Ukraine. Moscow demands a permanent ambassador and stable dialogue, rejecting visits by special envoys. Trump has hit a dead end on the international stage. 🇺🇸🇷🇺📉

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Psychological Warfare: How Russia Uses Attack Delays Against Ukrainians

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:23

🇷🇺 Russia uses psychological pressure: showing readiness for attacks but delaying them. 🧠 Tactics to exhaust Ukrainian nerves. 🚨 After a record strike on Kyiv — new threats. Stay vigilant! 💪

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Iran offers the US a temporary deal: economic respite in exchange for freezing nuclear disputes

Politics 06/01/2026, 20:13

Iran offers the US a temporary deal to lift some sanctions but is not ready to make concessions on the nuclear program. Tehran seeks an economic respite amidst the crisis but maintains the threat of blocking the Strait of Hormuz. ⚖️🚢🇮🇷

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