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    Kremlin spends nearly $325 million on Feb. 3 airstrike on Ukraine, GUR says

    Russian forces carried out a massive overnight air attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure on February 3, employing 562 drones and missiles with a combined estimated price tag of nearly $325 million, Ukraine’s military intelligence agency (GUR) …

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    ⚡️ Right now! Ukraine, Russia, and the US are in Abu Dhabi for talks #shorts

    ⚡️ Right now! Ukraine, Russia, and the US are in Abu Dhabi for talks #shorts

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    Why cold, darkness worsen PTSD among ex-POWs

    Why cold, darkness worsen PTSD among ex-POWs

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💥 Russians BREAK truce despite ABU DHABI MEETING. New "RAMSTEIN" for Ukraine

💥 Russians BREAK truce despite ABU DHABI MEETING. New "RAMSTEIN" for Ukraine

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Blackout hits Bryansk as Russia reports alleged Ukrainian Neptune missile strike

A widespread blackout hit Bryansk overnight after what Russian officials described as a barrage of Ukrainian Neptune missiles. While Russia’s air defenses allegedly intercepted the missiles, a power substation was still damaged. Videos from the scene …

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 Family Reunification with TPD Status- Who is Excluded and Other Barriers 

by Sophia Garcia The European Union has a program with the express purpose of preserving family unit. This includes inviting non-national family members to reside with their family members who have Temporary Protection Directive status as an EU …

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Ukraine war latest live: 7 dead, 8 injured as Russia strikes Donetsk Oblast city market with cluster munitions

Ukraine war latest live: 7 dead, 8 injured as Russia strikes Donetsk Oblast city market with cluster munitions

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 5 times today. Russian forces attacked the city of Druzhkivka in Donetsk Oblast with cluster munitions in the morning of Feb. 4, Donetsk Oblast governor …

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As Budanov takes charge, Russia replaces diplomats with military officers in Ukraine talks

The nature of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine shifted after the head of the President’s Office changed Andriy Yermak was replaced by Kyrylo Budanov. From that moment, the makeup of not only the Ukrainian but also the Russian delegation …

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'The worst damage we have seen' — Ukraine's energy crisis deepens after latest mass Russian attack

'The worst damage we have seen' — Ukraine's energy crisis deepens after latest mass Russian attack

"This is a war crime committed by Russia," Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal said.

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Ukraine peace talks set to resume in Abu Dhabi day after Russia's largest strike this winter

Ukraine peace talks set to resume in Abu Dhabi day after Russia's largest strike this winter

Negotiators are convening in Abu Dhabi for two days of talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the United States on Feb. 4–5, part of ongoing efforts to broker an end to Moscow's full-scale war against Ukraine.

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Blackouts reported in Russia's Belgorod Oblast amid missile, drone attack

Blackouts reported in Russia's Belgorod Oblast amid missile, drone attack

The Supernova Telegram channel published several videos and photos from local residents showing the sounds of air raid sirens and explosions.

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Chart of the week: Ukraine's electricity imports hit record high as Russian attacks devastate energy system

Chart of the week: Ukraine's electricity imports hit record high as Russian attacks devastate energy system

Ukraine imported record volumes of electricity in January 2026 according to analyst group ExPro, as Russia continued efforts to systematically erase Ukraine's power infrastructure.

The country imported 900 gigawatt hours of electricity last month, a …

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Ukraine to recalibrate position in talks after Russia breaks 'energy ceasefire'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia ignored a request from U.S. President Donald Trump and broke an “energy ceasefire.” “The Russians once again disregarded U.S. efforts. The President of the United States asked them to refrain from …

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Ukrainian missile strikes on power substations trigger blackout in Russia's Belgorod

Belgorod came under a “massive missile barrage,” with damage to the power system, said Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov on Telegram.

According to him, Ukraine’s armed forces struck Belgorod and the Belgorod district. Preliminary reports indicate no …

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Putin 'kept his word' — Trump reacts to latest Russian strike on Ukraine

Putin 'kept his word' — Trump reacts to latest Russian strike on Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Feb. 3 that Vladimir Putin had "kept his word" on a temporary truce on strikes against Ukraine's energy infrastructure, remarks that came after Russia targeted Ukraine's power plants overnight.

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Ukrainian 10-kilometer KILLZONES stop RUSSIANS at the FRONT #shorts

Ukrainian 10-kilometer KILLZONES stop RUSSIANS at the FRONT #shorts

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'You cannot reward monsters' — US lawmakers demand increased pressure on Russia

'You cannot reward monsters' — US lawmakers demand increased pressure on Russia

During a Feb. 3 press conference in Washington, D.C., the U.S. Congressional Ukraine Caucus called for increased pressure on Russia, including new sanctions, and said it is one signature away from forcing a vote on the Ukraine Support Act.

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⚡️ POKROVSK: quad bike assaults UNDER FOG COVER! What's happening near KUPYANSK now?

⚡️ POKROVSK: quad bike assaults UNDER FOG COVER! What's happening near KUPYANSK now?

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🤯 ORBAN is terrified of LOSING his seat! #shorts

🤯 ORBAN is terrified of LOSING his seat! #shorts

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ORBÁN'S LAST CHANCE: BUYING VOTES before elections in "EXTREME ALERT" mode

ORBÁN'S LAST CHANCE: BUYING VOTES before elections in "EXTREME ALERT" mode

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What will TRUMP say about Russia breaking the truce? – Zelenskyy #shorts

What will TRUMP say about Russia breaking the truce? – Zelenskyy #shorts

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Russian drone strike on Zaporizhzhia kills 2, injures at least 8, including children

Russian drone strike on Zaporizhzhia kills 2, injures at least 8, including children

A Russian drone strike hit Zaporizhzhia on Feb. 3, killing two 18-year-olds and injuring at least eight others, including three children, Ukrainian authorities said.

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🇺🇦 Ukrainian ARTILLERISTS work under a SHOWER of Russian FPV drones #shorts

🇺🇦 Ukrainian ARTILLERISTS work under a SHOWER of Russian FPV drones #shorts

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Ukraine reports record Russian losses in January, including 1,099 artillery systems

Ukraine’s Defense Forces inflicted some of the heaviest Russian losses in recent months during January, the Defense Ministry said on its website.

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Russia lost more than 31,700 personnel - …

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🔥 Russian aviation's CRASH: Su-30 & Su-34 DOWN in ONE DAY! Putin's "TRUCE" and FRONTLINE losses

🔥 Russian aviation's CRASH: Su-30 & Su-34 DOWN in ONE DAY! Putin's "TRUCE" and FRONTLINE losses

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