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«Vladimir, we will defend ourselves»: NATO launches a «defense-industrial revolution» and prepares a strike fist for the summit in Ankara

Politics 06/26/2026, 19:52

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte made a harsh warning to Putin: «Vladimir, we will defend ourselves». For the summit in Ankara, the Alliance is preparing a «defense-industrial revolution» and contracts for tens of billions to move from words to real weapons production. 🇳🇦🇷🇺🔫

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Fuel Crisis in Russia: How Strikes on Refineries Led to Shortages and Strict Limits at Gas Stations

Politics 06/26/2026, 19:49

Strikes on refineries have led to a fuel collapse in Russia: production has dropped by a quarter, and strict limits have been introduced at gas stations in 32 regions. The government is urgently seeking fuel through imports and banning exports in an attempt to prevent the market from collapsing. 🛢️📉🚫

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Without 'eyes' and 'hands': how the shutdown of Belarusian repeaters broke the 'Shahed' attack tactics on Ukraine

Politics 06/26/2026, 19:29

Ukraine has confirmed the shutdown of Belarusian repeaters for Russian drones. Serhiy "Flash" Beskrestnov stated that "Shaheds" have lost the ability for real-time control and reconnaissance. Attacks will continue, but will become "blind" and less effective. 🚀🚫🇺🇦

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Iran's Attack on Ships in the Strait of Hormuz: Trump Calls It a Violation of the Ceasefire Agreement

Politics 06/26/2026, 19:25

🚨 Iranian military forces attacked ships in the Strait of Hormuz with drones. One drone hit a civilian vessel. Trump called it a violation of the ceasefire agreement. 🌍🚢

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Attack in the Strait of Hormuz: Iran Violates Ceasefire with the US and Sabotages Peace Process

Politics 06/26/2026, 19:19

Trump accuses Iran of violating the ceasefire: drones attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz. One drone hit a cargo ship, three were shot down. The peace process is at risk of collapse, and the UN humanitarian mission has been suspended. 🚢💥🇺🇸🇮🇷

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Putin's Rating Drops to Minimum Since Start of War: FOM Data and Kremlin Reaction

Politics 06/26/2026, 18:34

Putin's trust rating has dropped to 69% — a minimum since the start of the war. FOM data confirms growing dissatisfaction following attacks on Moscow, while intelligence services warn the Kremlin of a crisis lasting until autumn. 📉🇷🇺

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Tsahna on the war: A 'critical moment' for Russia is approaching, Europe needs strategic patience

Politics 06/26/2026, 18:17

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahna stated that a critical moment for Russia is approaching due to losses on the front. He called on the EU to show "strategic patience" and increase pressure to force the Kremlin to go to negotiations. 🇪🇺🇺🇦🚫🇷🇺

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The 'Dodomu' Platform: How Ukrainians Abroad Can Now Create a Return Plan

Politics 06/26/2026, 18:07

The 'Dodomu' platform was launched at the URC 2026 conference for those planning to return to Ukraine 🇺🇦. The service helps create a reintegration plan and find information about jobs and support. Already 43% of Ukrainians abroad intend to return home. 🏠📉

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Sanctions Return: US Revokes Temporary Exemptions for Rosneft and Lukoil

Politics 06/26/2026, 18:04

The US has officially revoked temporary exemptions from oil sanctions against Russia. Rosneft and Lukoil are once again under pressure. During the period of concessions, Russia earned more than $2 billion. 🛢️📉

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Digital Rotation: How the 'Army+' App is Changing the Rules for Military Transfers in Ukraine

Politics 06/26/2026, 17:51

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has launched testing of military transfers via the 'Army+' app. 📱 For now, the system works only for NCOs and enlisted personnel in two corps. Transfers are limited by the corps zone and quotas, but the process has become more transparent. 🇺🇦

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721,300 enemies and 33,000 drones: Oleksandr Syrskyi reveals the scale of the threat and the AFU's response plan

Politics 06/26/2026, 17:41

AFU Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi revealed the scale of the threat: 721,300 Russian soldiers on the front, while Moscow plans to use up to 33,000 drones daily. In response, Ukraine aims to produce 7 million UAVs by year-end and is already winning in sortie ratios at 2 to 1 🇺🇦🚁📉

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Alexander Syrsky: Ukraine is leading Russia to the 'culminating point' of resource exhaustion

Politics 06/26/2026, 17:44

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Alexander Syrsky stated that the turning point in the war has not yet arrived, but Kyiv's strategy is aimed at driving Russia to the 'culminating point' of exhaustion. 🇺🇦📉 According to the general, since the beginning of 2026, Russia's losses have exceeded its mobilization capabilities, while Ukrainian drones destroy hundreds of targets daily. 🚁💥

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Saving before the strike: why a drop in Russian drone activity could be an ominous signal

Politics 06/26/2026, 16:57

An Estonian expert has warned: a sharp drop in the number of Russian drones and missiles is not a lull, but preparation for a new wave of attacks. The enemy is saving resources to deliver a massive strike. 🚀🇺🇦

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Scandal in the 425th 'Skala' Regiment: Investigation into Torture and Deaths of Recruits

Politics 06/26/2026, 16:54

Loud scandal in the 425th 'Skala' Regiment: investigation checks facts of torture and deaths of recruits. SBI opened a criminal case, commander relieved. 🚨🇺🇦

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Stress test: The Kremlin prepares hybrid provocations on NATO's eastern flank

Politics 06/26/2026, 16:49

Intelligence detects RF preparation for hybrid provocations on NATO's eastern flank. The Kremlin may use drones and fake attacks to test Western unity and distract attention from failures in Ukraine. 🚨🇵🇱🇪🇪

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Błaszczak returns Ukrainian order: new phase of diplomatic crisis between Warsaw and Kyiv

Politics 06/26/2026, 16:46

Former Polish Minister of Defence Mariusz Błaszczak returned a Ukrainian order as a sign of disagreement with Kyiv's position. This is already the second such case after Jarosław Kaczyński. The diplomatic scandal, which started over the UPA, led to a mass exchange of awards between the elites of the two countries 🇵🇱🇺🇦

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Lavrov and Peskov Demand Clarity from the US: Moscow's Reaction to Rubio's Statement on the Anchorage Summit

Politics 06/26/2026, 16:39

🇷🇺 Lavrov and Peskov demand clarity from the US following Rubio's comments on the Anchorage summit. 🇺🇸 Trump has already called the US an ally of Ukraine — but there is no official confirmation from Washington. ⚖️ Moscow awaits explanations.

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Third '1000 for 1000' exchange: 160 Ukrainian soldiers return from captivity

Politics 06/26/2026, 16:36

🇺🇦 Third '1000 for 1000' exchange: 160 Ukrainian soldiers return from captivity! Among them — 115 defenders of Mariupol. All will receive assistance and rehabilitation. 🙏 #Ukraine #PrisonerExchange

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