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Czech weapons manufacturer Excalibur Army opens a representative office in Ukraine
The Odessa Journal
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On July 8, Czech defense company Excalibur Army announced the opening of its representative office in Ukraine, according to the company's website. The company stated that this step is aimed at “strengthening local cooperation, optimizing...
EU's December tranche will cover potential funding gaps for Ukraine in early 2026
The Odessa Journal
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The European Union’s financial aid package of €6 billion, scheduled for December, is intended to cover a projected funding shortfall in Ukraine’s budget expenditures at the beginning of next year. This was announced during a briefing in Brussels...
Ukraine-Russia Prisoner Exchange Progress Confirmed by Zelensky
Mezha
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July 8, 2025
As stated by the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky in his official statement on July 8 President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that the exchange process between Ukraine and Russia continues following the second round of talks held...
Russia declares Yale University "undesirable" — it investigated the abduction of Ukrainian children
The Odessa Journal
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On July 8, the Russian Prosecutor General’s Office declared one of the world’s most renowned universities — Yale University (USA) — an "undesirable" organization. This was reported by Nastoyashchee Vremya (Current Times), citing the Prosecutor’s...
International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Taliban leaders over persecution of women, girls
Anchorage Daily News - Alaska
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A general view of the exterior of the International Criminal Court at The Hague, Netherlands, March 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Omar Havana, File) The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants Tuesday for two leaders of Afghanistan’s Taliban...
Russian transport official drops dead in office on same day as Putin’s sacked minister dies in apparent suicide
The U.S. Sun
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July 9, 2025
A RUSSIAN transport official died in office on the same day as Vladimir Putin's transport minister apparently killed himself after being sacked, it has emerged. Roman Starovoit, who had held the post for less than a year, was dismissed earlier on...
About Face: Trump says US must send more weapons to Ukraine, days after ordering pause in deliveries
Parkersburg News & Sentinel - West Virginia
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President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Blue Room of the White House, Monday, July 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday...
Bloomberg: Lethal Russian Drones Pummeling Ukraine Were Built by China
theTrumpet
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One of Russia’s largest military drone factories was built with Chinese partners and relies on a steady supply of Chinese components, a July 8 Bloomberg investigation found. Documents obtained by Bloomberg show: Russian firm Aero-hit is among the...
Ukrainian Business Condemns Government’s Bureau of Economic Security Appointment Decision
Mezha
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July 8, 2025
At the same time, the ambassadors of the Group of Seven countries welcomed the final step in the selection process of the NABU director. The statement noted that transparency with active participation of both international and Ukrainian members of...
Ukrainian man pleads guilty to plot to drive woman from Gulf Shores Brooklyn brothel
FOX10 News - Alabama
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July 8, 2025
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Speaking through an interpreter, a Ukrainian man admitted Tuesday that he came to Gulf Shores in March with the intent to drive a woman to New York for prostitution. The formal charge, transportation of an individual to...
As Taiwan Launches Military Drills, a Pressing Question for Washington
The Cipher Brief
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July 8, 2025
China’s preparation for a potential invasion is no longer a distant possibility but a reality rapidly coming into focus —and defense planners are grappling with a pressing question: how and when will Washington act? “Taiwan is incredibly reliant...
Russian Minister Linked To Embezzlement Probe Before Death: Sources
StratNews Global
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July 9, 2025
Home Russia Russian Minister Linked To Embezzlement Probe Before Death: Sources Russian Transport Minister Roman Starovoit's body was found with gunshot wound in a park outside Moscow, hours after President Vladimir Putin sacked him. A sacked...
Rep. Andy Harris speaks out on law enforcement and Ukraine aid
Harford News - Maryland
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July 8, 2025
Andy Harris U.S. House of Representatives from Maryland's 1st district | Official U.S. House HeadshotAndy Harris U.S. House of Representatives from Maryland's 1st district | Official U.S. House Headshot Rep. Andy Harris, MD, who has been serving...
Ukraine synchronizes restrictions on Russia with EU sanctions
The Kyiv Independent
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July 8, 2025
Ukraine has synchronized its sanctions against Russia with the last three packages of economic penalties imposed by the European Union, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on July 8. "Three more packages of EU sanctions are fully effective in...
Ukraine's ambassador to US will be replaced, foreign minister confirms
The Kyiv Independent
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July 8, 2025
Ukraine's current ambassador to the United States, Oksana Markarova, will be replaced in the near future, Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha confirmed in an interview with Ukrainian Radio on July 8. Earlier on July 8, a source in the Presidential...
Trump criticises Russia’s Putin after approving more weapons for Ukraine
The Straits Times
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July 8, 2025
WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump said on July 8 he had approved sending US defensive weapons to Ukraine and was considering additional sanctions on Moscow, underscoring his frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the growing...
Ukraine says EU accession talks can proceed without Hungary’s consent
BNE Intellinews
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Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration and Minister of Justice, Olha Stefanishyna, has said that negotiations on Ukraine’s accession to the European Union can begin without the support of Hungary, as only 26...
Ukraine resumes deliberate attacks targeting Russian civilians
Weekly Blitz
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July 8, 2025
Ukraine is once again launching deliberate attacks against civilians in areas under Russian control. On June 30, the Voroshilovsky district of the Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR) was hit by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. According to the Russian...
Trump’s u-turn after u-turn on Ukraine support ‘is disturbing’
Euro Weekly News
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July 8, 2025
Is he lying or is it possible for a commander of the US armed forces, Trump, to ignore what the Pentagon is doing? | Credit: Anelo/Shutterstock President Volodymir Zelensky and his unwavering allies in the European Union might be pleased to hear...
Ukraine's 2026 budget could face $19B shortfall as Europe weighs how to fill the gap, FT reports
The Kyiv Independent
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July 8, 2025
The European Commission is discussing with EU member states various options to cover Ukraine's budget deficit for next year, which could range from $8 billion to $19 billion, the Financial Times reported on July 8. International partners have...