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    Anti-graft agency detains Ukrainian security official as inter-agency conflict reignites

    Anti-graft agency detains Ukrainian security official as inter-agency conflict reignites

    The conflict is seen as part of a broader struggle between the President's Office and the NABU, which says the authorities are trying to eliminate its independence.

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    NGOs urge Ukrainian government to drop peace deal referendum idea

    NGOs urge Ukrainian government to drop peace deal referendum idea

    "The attempt to impose the legitimization of peace agreements on Ukrainians through a referendum is unlawful and unacceptable, contradicts Ukraine's Constitution and laws, and threatens the national interests of our state," the statement read.

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    Ukrainian MARINE teaches SIRI to control a smartphone with his nose #shorts

    Ukrainian MARINE teaches SIRI to control a smartphone with his nose #shorts

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    Ukraine has liberated 400 square kilometers, 8 settlements on southern front since January, Syrskyi says

    Ukraine has liberated 400 square kilometers, 8 settlements on southern front since January, Syrskyi says

    Ukraine's Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said that despite successful offensive operations, the situation in the area remains "complicated."

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    U.S. Justice Department and FBI aid NABU’s Energoatom corruption probe, Ukrainian MP says

    US law enforcement agencies are supporting anti-corruption investigations in Ukraine, including cases tied to the state-run company Energoatom. The assistance involves not only consultations but also practical cooperation with Ukrainian …

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    After 4 years of war, it's time to Ukrainize Europe

    After 4 years of war, it's time to Ukrainize Europe

    A month ago, I put my work as a writer and volunteer on hold and enlisted in the Ukrainian army. As I left for service, some of my acquaintances said goodbye to me as though I were already dead.

    Yet my reasoning was the exact opposite: if you want to …

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    EU fails to send Russia 'powerful signal' as Hungary blocks 20th sanctions package

    EU fails to send Russia 'powerful signal' as Hungary blocks 20th sanctions package

    "This is a setback and a message we didn't want to send today," EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said.

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    LIVE | Two miscalculations by PUTIN: Zelenskyy assassination failure and FLAMINGO

    LIVE | Two miscalculations by PUTIN: Zelenskyy assassination failure and FLAMINGO

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    Most Germans Back Increasing Aid to Ukraine

    Recent surveys show that most Germans favor increasing aid to Ukraine. However, this sentiment is not uniform. Which parties’ voters are most supportive of Ukraine’s struggle, and which believe in Putin’s peaceful intentions?

    According to a survey …

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    New Arsenal of Europe: How the Russian–Ukrainian War Is Changing Germany

    Following the snap Bundestag elections held in February 2025, Germany’s political landscape changed markedly. Friedrich Merz’s government replaced Olaf Scholz’s coalition, prompting a reassessment of numerous domestic and foreign policy initiatives. …

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    Ukraine strikes logistics warehouse, ammunition depot, other military targets in Russian-occupied territories, General Staff says

    Ukraine strikes logistics warehouse, ammunition depot, other military targets in Russian-occupied territories, General Staff says

    Ukrainian forces struck four Russian military targets on the occupied Crimean Peninsula and in the occupied parts of Donetsk and Mykolaiv oblasts, the General Staff said on Feb. 23.

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    The ‘anniversary effect’: Ukrainians live by a trauma calendar

    The ‘anniversary effect’: Ukrainians live by a trauma calendar

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    The war in Ukraine has been going on for nearly four years, and every day brings new challenges and news. The Counteroffensive follows what is happening around the country daily and reports on the most important developments.

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Hungary clashes with EU over oil! ATESH exposes secret fleet in Novorossiysk

Hungary clashes with EU over oil! ATESH exposes secret fleet in Novorossiysk

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South Korea asks Russian embassy in Seoul to remove 'Victory will be ours' banner over Ukraine war concerns

South Korean authorities have demanded the removal of a banner reading “Victory will be ours” from the Russian Embassy building in Seoul.

South Korea’s Foreign Ministry voiced concern that the Russian-language slogan is perceived as a reference to …

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Ukraine signals new talks with Russia on Feb. 26–27, Kremlin yet to confirm

Ukraine signals new talks with Russia on Feb. 26–27, Kremlin yet to confirm

"We are in the process of preparing," the President's Office head Kyrylo Budanov said.

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Ukraine could build non-conscript army if Europe helps with funding, Zelensky says

Ukraine could build non-conscript army if Europe helps with funding, Zelensky says

"The same thing (Vladimir) Putin is doing: he pays each person money for a contract. We want this as well, but we do not have enough funds," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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North Korean POWs in Ukraine seek asylum in South Korea as Seoul hesitates

A year after Ukrainian forces, by their account, captured two North Korean soldiers in Russia’s Kursk region, the men’s fate remains unclear.

Activists in Seoul accuse President Lee Jae-myung’s left-nationalist government of dragging its feet, saying …

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Exclusive: Mounting concern in Brussels over Ukraine’s reform backslide

Exclusive: Mounting concern in Brussels over Ukraine’s reform backslide

As Ukraine pushes for a fast-tracked entry to the EU, senior European officials say they are worried about progress on key reforms needed to secure the country’s European aspirations.

Ukraine failed to complete 11 reforms in the last three months of …

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Three Russian soldiers surrender in Kupyansk after contacting Ukraine’s 'I Want to Live' project

Troops from the National Guard’s Khartia Corps established contact with Russian soldiers and carried out a special operation to extract the captives.

In the city of Kupyansk, three Russian servicemembers voluntarily surrendered after reaching out to …

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At least 4 killed, 26 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 4 killed, 26 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 126 drones and an Iskander-M ballistic missile at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 105 drones.

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'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' wins BAFTA award for best documentary

'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' wins BAFTA award for best documentary

The documentary has received wide acclaim for the fact that it shows how the war against Ukraine is not just "(Russian President Vladimir) Putin's war" but a war sustained by both a climate of fear and open support among the populace within Russia. …
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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,260,500 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,260,500 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 720 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Zelensky says Putin has 'already started World War III,' calls for stronger pressure on Russia

Zelensky says Putin has 'already started World War III,' calls for stronger pressure on Russia

President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Feb. 23 in an interview with the BBC that Russian President Vladimir Putin has effectively already triggered World War Three, warning that only sustained military and economic pressure can prevent further …

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No power, water, or heat: Darkness blankets Belgorod after alleged Ukrainian HIMARS strikes

Late on February 22, a series of explosions rocked the Russian city of Belgorod, leaving many districts without electricity and causing disruptions to heating and water supplies.

Preliminary reports said the city was hit by HIMARS missiles, according …

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Missile strikes reported across Russia as Belgorod faces blackouts and major oil pipeline hub in Tatarstan damaged

Missile strikes reported across Russia as Belgorod faces blackouts and major oil pipeline hub in Tatarstan damaged

Explosions were reported overnight on Feb. 23 in Russia’s Belgorod, where officials said a large-scale missile strike caused significant damage to local infrastructure, as reports also emerged of attacks targeting energy and oil infrastructure …