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Ukraine's military steps up pressure on Russian supply lines

June 2, 2026

Ukraine's president recently stated that the country's armed forces have gained the ability to disrupt Russian military supply routes deep inside occupied Ukrainian territories. This means that Russian forces now face significant challenges in moving troops, weapons, and fuel safely across southern

politics

Fuel Shortage Hits Crimea Drivers

June 1, 2026

Crimea’s roads feel the strain of fuel cuts. Drivers in the region are forced to use rationing coupons after Ukrainian drone strikes hit fuel trucks and block key highways. The governor of the peninsula says sales of common gasoline, Ai‑95, are limited and people must present coupons to buy an

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Russia’s actions in Ukraine aren’t just about war—they’re about kids

June 1, 2026

For years, Ukraine has accused Russia of taking children from war zones, calling it a way to erase their identity. Now, Ukraine’s president says the evidence points to an even darker purpose: turning these kids into soldiers. This isn’t just a claim—it’s a serious allegation that could be a war crim

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Justice on Hold: How U. S. Funding Cuts Leave War Crimes in Ukraine Unanswered

June 1, 2026

In the quiet town of Izium, surrounded by fields and forests, war’s scars remain deep. A woman named Alla shared her story with investigators—how Russian soldiers held her for days, torturing her in ways that left her begging for death. This isn’t an isolated case. Since Russia’s 2022 invasion, Ukra

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A drone strike at Europe's biggest nuclear plant: what really happened?

May 31, 2026

Europe's largest nuclear power plant, located in southeast Ukraine, faced another security scare this week when a drone struck one of its buildings. According to Russia's state nuclear agency, a Ukrainian drone hit the turbine hall of the Zaporizhzhia plant—a facility already under heavy scrutiny si

crime

Police Ex‑Officers Target Crypto Startups

May 30, 2026

Former Ukrainian police officers are accused of turning their training into a crime ring that kidnapped crypto business owners and stole more than two million dollars. The investigation, finished by the Kyiv Regional Prosecutor’s Office, names four ex‑police men and one civilian who had a prior c

politics

Poland Questions a High Honor for Ukraine’s President

May 30, 2026

Poland is rethinking its highest award for Ukraine’s leader after a naming dispute stirred old tensions. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy earned Poland’s Order of the White Eagle in 2023 for standing strong alongside Poland during tough times. But now, Poland’s president wants a review after Zelenskiy

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Danger in Donetsk: Drone Strike Hits Workers

May 29, 2026

Denis Pushilin, the head of Russia‑installed Donetsk region, shared news on Telegram that a Ukrainian drone attack claimed three lives and injured another in the town of Vuhlehirsk, north of Donetsk. The victims were part of a water‑repair crew traveling in a car when the drones struck. Pushilin al

opinion

Investing wisely in Michigan’s future starts with newborns

May 29, 2026

Michigan is trying something bold: treating newborns as an economic asset rather than a cost. Leaders have quietly backed this by putting $250 million into Rx Kids, a program sending cash directly to pregnant women and families with infants. The idea isn’t new—giving families money during tough time

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Singapore’s top diplomat visits both Koreas in unusual mission

May 27, 2026

Singapore’s foreign minister wrapped up talks in Pyongyang on Tuesday, marking the first time a Singaporean official has visited North Korea in recent years. The meeting with North Korea’s foreign affairs chief focused on ways to boost cooperation between the two nations, though no specifics were sh