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Own Patriot: Zelensky Announces Timeline for Missile Production in Ukraine

Politics 07/15/2026, 21:38

Volodymyr Zelensky announced an ambitious goal: by the end of 2026, Ukraine will begin its own production of missiles for the Patriot air defense system. 🇺🇦🚀 Following agreements with Donald Trump at the NATO summit, active work is now underway on obtaining licenses. Production will likely be located in Germany. 🇩🇪🛡️

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Ukraine launches automatic extension of mobilization deferments: how it works and what you need to know

Politics 07/15/2026, 21:31

Ukraine has launched automatic extension of mobilization deferments for over 90% of cases. Citizens no longer need to visit TRMCs: the system will automatically update the term if registry data is current. Learn how to check your deferment status in "Rezerv+" and what to do if the extension fails. 📱🇺🇦

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Zelenskyy Explains Fedorov's Resignation: Conflict with Syrsky and Cabinet Purge

Politics 07/15/2026, 21:35

Zelenskyy explained Mykhailo Fedorov's resignation to deputies: the main reason was the conflict with Commander-in-Chief Syrsky. The new Cabinet composition is expected to be approved tomorrow, with significant personnel swaps occurring in key positions. 🇺🇦🗳️

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Vučić's Visit to Kyiv: Promise of Aid and Refusal to Sign Anti-Russian Declaration

Politics 07/15/2026, 21:25

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić visited Kyiv for the first time in 10 years. 🇷🇸🇺🇦 He promised assistance in rebuilding a city and supplying humanitarian cargo but refused to sign a declaration calling for increased pressure on Russia. Domestically, Vučić announced early elections amidst protests.

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Extradition to Ukraine: Former MP Ruslan Demchak Returned from Germany on Charges of OVGZ Fraud

Politics 07/15/2026, 21:28

Ukraine extradited former People's Deputy Ruslan Demchak from Germany. He is accused of OVGZ fraud worth 20 million hryvnias and laundering criminal proceeds. The court has selected detention as a preventive measure. 🏛️🚨

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New ID cards for social assistance recipients: how to obtain the document from May 2026

Politics 07/15/2026, 20:58

Since May 1, 2026, Ukraine has begun issuing ID cards for recipients of state social assistance. The document can be obtained through the Pension Fund—even on behalf of minors. This is part of a large-scale social support reform. 🇺🇦📄

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40 Billion for Winter: How Yulia Svyrydenko's Cabinet is Closing Final Questions on Heating Season Preparation

Politics 07/15/2026, 20:52

The outgoing Cabinet of Yulia Svyrydenko approved the mechanism for using 40 billion UAH for winter preparation. A total of almost 80 billion UAH has already been spent on "Resilience Plans," but regions are preparing unevenly: from leaders in Dnipropetrovsk to outsiders in Lviv and Kyiv. ❄️🇺🇦

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy Explains Mykhailo Fedorov's Resignation: Clash of Visions and Chaos in Procurement

Politics 07/15/2026, 20:48

It has become known why Zelenskyy fired Fedorov: a clash of visions with Syrskyi and chaos in ammunition procurement. The head of state explained the reasons for the resignation at a faction meeting. 🇺🇦🔥

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Personnel Revolution in the Cabinet of Ministers: Fedorov Leaves the Ministry of Defense, Koretsky Forms a New Government

Politics 07/15/2026, 20:42

Zelenskyy and Koretsky discussed the new composition of the Cabinet of Ministers: Fedorov may leave the Ministry of Defense, Klymenko may take his place. Vitaliy Kim — to the Ministry of Veterans, and new people will come to the Ministry of Education and Science and the Ministry of Digital Transformation. 🇺🇦📉

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Sanctions against Russia: EU fails to agree on 21st package and extends oil price cap

Politics 07/15/2026, 20:45

The EU failed to agree on the 21st package of sanctions against Russia by July 15. The oil price cap has been extended until July 23, and the protection status for Ukrainians until March 2028. 🇪🇺🇷🇺

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Massive reshuffle: Klimenko to the Ministry of Defense, Sobolev moves to the President's Office — new names in the Ukrainian government

Politics 07/15/2026, 20:35

Major changes are coming to the Ukrainian government: Ihor Klimenko will become the new Minister of Defense, and Oleksandr Kravchenko will head the Ministry of Economy. Oleksiy Sobolev is moving to the President's Office, while Serhiy Koretskyi will take the helm of the Cabinet of Ministers. 🔥🇺🇦

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Power shift in the security bloc: Igor Klimenko may head the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine

Politics 07/15/2026, 20:28

In the new government of Serhiy Koretskyi, the head of the Ministry of Defense may change: the current Minister of Internal Affairs, Igor Klimenko, is a candidate for this post. His candidacy was discussed at a meeting of the 'Servant of the People' faction with the President. 🇺🇦👮‍♂️🛡️

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Change of power in Kyiv: Mykhailo Fedorov to leave the post of Minister of Defense following government resignation

Politics 07/15/2026, 20:13

Mykhailo Fedorov will leave the post of Minister of Defense of Ukraine following the resignation of Yulia Sviridenko's government. The new Prime Minister will be the head of "Naftogaz", Serhiy Kortsytskyi. 🇺🇦🔄 #Ukraine #Politics

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Critical strike on Russian petrochemicals: 'Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat' completely halted after drone attack

Politics 07/15/2026, 19:42

Ukrainian drones delivered a critical strike on the 'Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat' refinery in Bashkortostan. Production is completely halted, repairs will take months. The underground 'Black Spark' participated in the operation 🚁💥🇺🇦

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Bulgaria Changes Strategy: Diplomacy Instead of Weapons and a New Role in Ukraine's Energy Sector

Politics 07/15/2026, 19:37

Bulgaria officially changes its strategy of supporting Ukraine: Sofia withdraws from the military coalition, betting on diplomacy and energy assistance. Minister Petrova explained the reasons for the decision and prospects for cooperation in the drone sector in Kyiv. 🇧🇬🇺🇦

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Threat from the South: Russia Lifts Four Tu-22M3 Bombers from Engels Airfield

Politics 07/15/2026, 19:26

Russia has launched four strategic Tu-22M3 bombers into the air from the Engels-2 airfield. The Ukrainian Air Force has warned of the threat of Kh-22 missile launches targeting the southern regions of the country. Citizens are advised not to ignore alarm signals and to seek shelter immediately. 🚨✈️🇺🇦

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Zelenskyy warns of a new wave of mobilization in Russia after the elections: why the Kremlin will choose conscription over contracts

Politics 07/15/2026, 18:56

Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that a new wave of mobilization may begin in Russia after the elections. The Kremlin will likely choose this path to save money on expensive military contracts. Ukraine is preparing for escalation and strengthening defense cooperation with the EU and partners in the Middle East. 🇺🇦🛡️📉

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Von der Leyen Announces Imminent Opening of Second Negotiation Cluster for Ukraine

Politics 07/15/2026, 18:50

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that Ukraine is ready for the opening of the second negotiation cluster on the internal market. Kyiv has already fulfilled a significant part of the necessary conditions, and the block could be opened "as soon as possible". 🇺🇦🇪🇺

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