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Turkey has not confirmed that it has abandoned the Russian S-400s in order to rejoin the F-35 programme
The Turkish Ministry of Defence has stated that it is continuing to work on the issue of the Russian S-400 air defence missile systems, but has not confirmed reports of their possible sale or transfer to a third country. It is precisely this condition that is considered key to Ankara’s possible return to the US F-35 fighter jet programme.
Grey became the most popular car colour among Ukrainians in 2026
Grey cars are the most popular choice among Ukrainian motorists in 2026.
Serhiy Fedorenko has taken over as head of Naftogaz, replacing Koretsky
Serhiy Fedorenko, Commercial Director and member of the Management Board of Naftogaz of Ukraine, has temporarily taken charge of the company. He has replaced Serhiy Koretskyi, who has taken up the post of Prime Minister.
Zelenskyy has appointed Taras Kachka as Ukraine’s representative to the EU
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced the appointment of Taras Kachka as Ukraine’s representative to the European Union in Brussels.
Iran has carried out strikes on US military facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait
Iran has carried out missile and drone attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait, prompting both countries to activate their air raid sirens and air defence systems. Incidents have also been reported in Qatar and Jordan amid the further escalation of the conflict.
$10 million for his head. Money has been raised in Iraq for a bounty on Trump’s life
A fundraising campaign has been announced in Iraq offering a reward for the assassination of US President Donald Trump. A sum of 10 million dollars is promised to any individual, organisation or institution that organises an assassination attempt on the American leader.
The EU has imposed sanctions on Russians who tortured Ukrainian prisoners of war in Olenivka and at the remand centre in Taganrog
Європейський Союз додав до санкційного списку 15 росіян, які катували українських військовополонених в Оленівці, та російське СІЗО в Таганрозі.
Russia’s budget deficit in 2026 could exceed the official forecast by more than one trillion roubles
Russia’s federal budget expenditure and deficit in 2026 may turn out to be higher than the approved figures. At the same time, the revenue forecast remains unchanged.
Zinedine Zidane is ready to take charge of the French national team after the 2026 World Cup
The legendary French footballer and manager Zinedine Zidane could become the new head coach of the French national team following the 2026 World Cup. He is expected to succeed Didier Deschamps in the role.
Prime Minister Koretsky held his first international talks: Ukraine is expecting a $690 million tranche from the IMF
Ukraine’s newly appointed Prime Minister, Serhiy Koretskyi, held his first international conversation in his new role with IMF Deputy Managing Director Dan Katz.
Latvia has stepped up security at its hydroelectric power station and large underground gas storage facility due to the threat from Russia
Прем'єр-міністр Латвії Андріс Кулбергс заявив, що країна посилила заходи безпеки навколо гідроелектростанції поблизу Риги та великого підземного сховища газу «Інчукалнс» через розвіддані про загрозу російських диверсій.
University Rankings 2026: Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv tops the list again – who else made it into the top ten?
The annual consolidated ranking of higher education institutions in Ukraine has been published. In 2026, the list included 240 universities from all regions. Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv has remained at the top of the ranking for ten years running.