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Threat to Freedom of Speech: International Experts Call for Review of Ukraine's New Civil Code

Politics 07/01/2026, 09:38

The International Press Institute has called on the Verkhovna Rada to review Ukraine's new Civil Code. Experts fear that norms regarding the "right to be forgotten" and confidentiality could limit freedom of speech and the work of investigative journalists. 🚨📰

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US-Iran Talks in Qatar: Progress at the Technical Level and Deadlock over the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 07/01/2026, 09:31

Complex rounds of negotiations between the US and Iran continue in Qatar. Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff are working to reduce tensions, but key issues regarding the Strait of Hormuz and tariffs remain unresolved. 🇺🇸🤝🇮🇷

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Trump considered full-scale war with Iran but chose diplomacy: negotiation details

Politics 07/01/2026, 09:28

Trump considered full-scale war with Iran but chose diplomacy, fearing the collapse of the nuclear deal. 🇺🇸🇮🇷 Following mutual attacks, the parties agreed to a ceasefire and are preparing new negotiations regarding the Strait of Hormuz. 🕊️

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Negotiations at a Dead End: Iran Refuses to Meet with the US in Doha Despite Ceasefire

Politics 07/01/2026, 09:25

The peace process between the US and Iran has reached a deadlock: Tehran has refused direct negotiations with the US delegation in Doha. Instead of meeting with Americans, Iranians are conducting dialogue only through Qatari intermediaries, demanding that security issues in the Strait of Hormuz be resolved first. 🇺🇸🇮🇷🚫

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Berlin vs Brussels: Germany Demands €400 Billion Cut to EU Budget

Politics 07/01/2026, 03:29

🇩🇪 Germany has officially demanded a €400 billion cut to the EU budget proposal. Chancellor Friedrich Merz has labeled Brussels' €2 trillion plan "unbearable" and is threatening a veto. 📉 Berlin's annual contribution could exceed €50 billion, which is unacceptable for the German economy.

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The End of the Cheap Era: France Imposes Strict Fines and Advertising Bans on Shein, Temu, and AliExpress

Politics 07/01/2026, 03:25

France has officially banned advertising and imposed strict fines on Shein, Temu, and AliExpress 🇫🇷🚫. The Senate ratified a law against "ultra-fast fashion" that will not affect Zara and H&M but will hit online giants' pockets for the sake of ecology and market protection. 💸🌍

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Fuel collapse in Siberia: emergency mode, ration coupons for gasoline, and suspension of vessels on Lake Baikal

Politics 07/01/2026, 03:21

Emergency mode declared in Siberia due to gasoline shortage: ration coupons and limits introduced at gas stations in Irkutsk and Chita, while trips on Lake Baikal have been reduced and prices raised. Experts link the collapse to refinery repairs in the European part of Russia. ⛽🚫🚢

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Diplomatic Parity: Latvia Introduces Mandatory Document Checks at the Russian Embassy

Politics 07/01/2026, 03:18

Latvia is introducing mandatory document checks at the Russian Embassy starting July 1, 2026. Minister Braže called this a mirror response to the actions of Russian law enforcement in Moscow. Experts note that the measures do not violate the Vienna Convention but change the rules of the game for diplomacy. 🇱🇻🇷🇺🚔

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Energy Turnaround: Alice Weidel Announces Plans to Resume Russian Gas Imports

Politics 07/01/2026, 03:15

The leader of the German AfD party, Alice Weidel, announced plans to resume gas and oil imports from the Russian Federation in the event of an election victory. Brussels has already responded with a refusal, citing strict restrictions of the REPowerEU strategy and bans on infrastructure use. 🇩🇪🇷🇺🛑

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Massacre in Stade: How a Custody Dispute Led to Tragedy at a Crisis Center

Politics 07/01/2026, 03:12

A man carried out a shooting at a crisis center in the German city of Stade, killing six people. The investigation cited a custody dispute as the motive and ruled out terrorism. 🔫🚨

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US Supreme Court Overturns Trump's Citizenship Order: 14th Amendment vs. 'Birth Tourism'

Politics 07/01/2026, 03:08

⚖️ The US Supreme Court overturned Trump's order to strip citizenship from migrant children. 6 to 3 — judges confirmed the power of the 14th Amendment. Trump threatens Congress, DOJ intensifies the fight against "birth tourism." 🇺🇸👶

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Gasoline in the Shadows: Why Rosstat Stopped Publishing Detailed Fuel Price Reports

Politics 07/01/2026, 03:05

Rosstat has stopped publishing detailed reports on gasoline and diesel prices. Officially, this is optimization, but the market is losing transparency at a time of rising prices. 🛢️📉

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The Price of Sanctuary: UK Introduces Mandatory £10,000 Fee for Refugees Seeking Permanent Residency

Politics 07/01/2026, 03:02

🇬🇧 The UK is changing the rules: refugees will have to repay £10,000 to obtain permanent residency. The new law introduces mandatory salary deductions similar to student loans. Experts warn of the risks of a growing shadow labor market and criticize the initiative as a "tax on survival." 📉🏠

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Brussels Closes the Door: European Commission Rejects Return to Russian Gas

Politics 07/01/2026, 02:58

The European Commission has officially closed the question of returning to Russian gas, rejecting calls from German politicians. 🇪🇺🚫🇷🇺 Despite concerns about industry, data shows: the share of Russian gas has dropped to 15%, and storage facilities are full. Brussels considers the REPowerEU strategy irreversible.

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Fuel crisis: Kremlin confirms negotiations on importing gasoline from abroad

Politics 07/01/2026, 02:55

The Kremlin has confirmed: Russia is negotiating the purchase of fuel from abroad. Repairs at refineries and a drop in exchange trading have led to a gasoline shortage in several regions. Authorities have switched to "manual control" of the market to avoid a collapse in retail. ⛽🚛📉

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The Paradox of Russian Exports: Record Oil Shipments Amidst Revenue Collapse in June 2026

Politics 07/01/2026, 02:52

Russian oil exports in June 2026 reached a record high since 2022, but revenue fell to a minimum. 📉 The reason is damage to domestic refineries and the return of Iranian oil to the market. Tankers are idling waiting for buyers, creating an "oil sea" of 133 million barrels. 🛢️🌊

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Trump's Crypto Empire: President Declares Record $1.4 Billion Income in 2025

Politics 07/01/2026, 02:31

🇺🇸 Donald Trump declared over $1.4 billion in income from cryptocurrencies in 2025. 📈 The bulk was made up of inflows from World Liberty Financial ($500m) and the sale of TRUMP meme coins ($635m). Reuters calculated that since the start of his presidency, the family has earned at least $2.3 billion from crypto investments. 💰

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Artemy Lebedev's apartment in Kyiv sold at auction for 13.5 million hryvnias

Politics 07/01/2026, 01:14

Artemy Lebedev's apartment in the center of Kyiv, previously confiscated as a sanctioned asset, has been successfully sold at auction. The auction winner — LLC "Center for Research of Unmanned Systems" — paid 13.5 million hryvnias for the real estate. All funds will go towards the restoration of Ukraine. 🇺🇦🏠💸

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