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Zelenskyy warns of massive Russian strike tonight: critical air defense shortage and new attack targets

Politics 06/02/2026, 21:45

⚠️ Zelenskyy warns: massive Russian strike possible tonight. Intelligence detects attack preparations, and air defense shortages prevent shooting down all missiles. The enemy is now targeting Ukrainian missile plants. 🚀🇺🇦

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Why the Kremlin Ignores the Crisis: Analysts Reveal Putin's Motives Regarding Military Spending

Politics 06/02/2026, 21:41

Why isn't Putin cutting military spending despite the crisis? 📉 ISW experts believe the dictator trusts false reports of victory and fears a front-line collapse. 🇷🇺🚫 The Russian economy is slowing down, but the bet on war remains the same. 📉🔥

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Rubio: Exceptions for Russian oil will be lifted as soon as possible

Politics 06/02/2026, 21:37

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed Washington's desire to lift temporary exemptions for Russian oil as soon as possible. 🇺🇸🛢️ According to the politician, sanctions remain a long-term strategy, and concessions were introduced only to stabilize the market. Kyiv previously warned that easing the regime would only strengthen the military potential of the RF. 🇺🇦⚠️

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A Year of Silence: Why Demobilization in Ukraine May Begin Only 12 Months After the War Ends

Politics 06/02/2026, 21:23

The Commander of the National Guard of Ukraine, Alexander Pivnenko, stated that demobilization may not begin immediately after the war, but rather after a one-year adaptation period. The General admitted that soldiers currently spend up to six months on the frontline, while voluntary recruitment accounts for only 30%. 🇺🇦🛑

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Political calculation or military necessity: why Moscow has intensified strikes on Kyiv

Politics 06/02/2026, 21:19

European officials believe that the intensification of Russian strikes on Kyiv is a political move to pressure negotiators. 🇪🇺🇷🇺 Experts warn of new attacks on the defense sector and civilian infrastructure. On the night of June 2, destruction and casualties were already recorded. 🚨🏙️

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New rules for Ukrainian refugees in the EU: what will change after 2027 and who it will affect

Politics 06/02/2026, 21:06

The EU plans to extend temporary protection for Ukrainians after 2027 but is considering restrictions for new men of conscription age. The current 1.5 million male refugees will retain their status. 🇺🇦🇪🇺

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Breakthrough in Brussels: Hungary Ready to Lift Veto on Ukraine-EU Negotiations

Politics 06/02/2026, 21:01

A breakthrough is expected in Brussels: Hungary is ready to lift its veto on Ukraine-EU negotiations. 🇪🇺🇺🇦 The decision could be made as early as June 15 in Luxembourg following a compromise on minority rights. Ukraine could complete the main stages of negotiations in 1.5 years. 🚀

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Zelensky Reveals Russia's Plans: New Documents Confirm Strategy to Isolate Ukraine

Politics 06/02/2026, 20:53

🇺🇦 Zelensky reveals new intelligence data: Russia has set a goal to sever Ukraine's ties with partners in the Middle East and the South Caucasus. 📉 The Kremlin fears the expansion of Kyiv's sovereignty and is trying to isolate the country. ⚠️ The President warned of a possible new mobilization in the RF and called for not weakening sanctions.

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Zelenskyy Reveals Russia's Plans to Strike Ukrainian Missile Factories and New Intelligence Data

Politics 06/02/2026, 20:50

Zelenskyy reveals intelligence data: Russia plans strikes on Ukrainian missile factories, viewing their production as a strategic threat. 🚀 Ukraine is already preparing countermeasures together with partners. ⚔️

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New rules for electric scooters: The Verkhovna Rada tightens liability and introduces fines

Politics 06/02/2026, 19:53

The Verkhovna Rada has registered a law on the legalization of electric scooters and unicycles. 🛴 Drivers face liability: from fines to actual prison terms for fatal accidents. 🚫

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«War Within Borders»: Slovak President Explains Why Ukraine’s EU Accession Is Currently Impossible

Politics 06/02/2026, 19:32

Slovak President Peter Pellegrini stated that Ukraine’s accession to the EU is impossible while the war continues. He believes that the diplomatic resolution of the conflict is the main condition for integration and opposes any exceptions to the enlargement rules for Kyiv. 🇸🇰🇺🇦

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Plan B for Moldova: Chisinau voices reunification scenario with Romania for the first time

Politics 06/02/2026, 19:24

Moldovan authorities have officially voiced "Plan B" for the first time: a scenario of reunification with Romania. Deputy Prime Minister Eugen Oscorcescu stated that this option will be considered if the country's European integration stalls after 2028. 🇲🇩🇷🇴

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Risk Zone Expands: Mandatory Evacuation Declared for Seven New Villages in Kharkiv Region

Politics 06/02/2026, 19:20

Authorities in the Kharkiv region have expanded the mandatory evacuation zone: more than 7,000 people must be evacuated from seven villages in the Bohodukhiv district. The decision was made against the backdrop of rising threats and attacks on infrastructure. 🚨🚌

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Madar named the dates of the meeting with Zelensky: Hungary is ready for a breakthrough in relations

Politics 06/02/2026, 19:00

Peter Madar named the dates for the meeting with Zelensky: the summit is possible as early as next week! 🇺🇦🇭🇺 Progress in negotiations on minority rights allows the parties to move towards a breakthrough. Ukraine and Hungary are working on a constructive approach to launch a new stage of relations.

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Poland Against the 'Special Regime': Warsaw Demands Review of Status for Ukrainian Men in the EU

Politics 06/02/2026, 18:52

Poland is demanding a review of temporary protection rules in the EU, advocating for the exclusion of men of conscription age from the 'special regime'. Brussels is discussing scenarios for transitioning to national residence permits and changing rules for new applicants as early as after 2027. 🇪🇺🇺🇦

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Weather in Ukraine on June 3: Cloudy, Moderately Warm, but Rain Possible on the Right Bank

Politics 06/02/2026, 18:45

🌧️ June 3 in Ukraine — moderately warm but cloudy. Rain possible on the Right Bank at night. In Kyiv — clearings, no precipitation. #weather #Ukraine #forecast

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41,000 people in the subway: record night in Kyiv metro and new survival rules

Politics 06/02/2026, 18:29

Kyiv Metro set an anti-record: on the night of June 2, more than 41,000 people, including 4,500 children, took shelter in the subway. Due to the massive influx of passengers, the administration urged people not to set up tents and not to block evacuation routes. 🚇🚨

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