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Shooter opens fire in McDonald's in Cherkasy in central Ukraine; injury reported
According to sources cited by RBC-Ukraine, one person was carried out of the restaurant with injuries — reportedly the gunman himself.
Russian economy faces near-zero growth by end of 2025 as war-driven growth fades, central bank warns
The slowdown reflects the limits of Russia's war-fueled expansion, driven by military spending at the expense of civilian investment and private consumption.
Putin, Trump to meet in the coming days, Moscow says
Preparations for the meeting are underway, and the venue has already been agreed upon, Russian foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov said.
Ukraine charges Russia detainment official over torture, death of journalist Roshchyna
The official, who has not been publicly named, is accused of organizing a campaign of abuse against Ukrainian detainees, including civilians. Journalist Viktoriia Roshchyna, 27, was among the victims, prosecutors said.
'It's about economy' — US says tariffs may be forcing Putin to reconsider stance in Ukraine peace talks
"President (Donald) Trump has made it clear that he's willing and capable of moving forward on some economic actions, secondary sanctions, or other direct sanctions as well," U.S. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said.
6 killed, 35 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day
Ukraine's Air Force said Russian forces launched 112 Shahed-type attack drones and decoy drones overnight.
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