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Russian preschools, schools, universities have spent over $213 million on 'educational' drones since 2022, media reports
The figure, counted up in an investigation by the Novaya Gazeta Europe, comes as Russia continues to militarize its society, with a specific focus on children, preparing the next generations for joining the country's wars.
Ukraine pushing to produce home-grown ballistic defense system 'within a year,' Zelensky says
Kyiv's intention to pursue such a system is not new, but the announcement marks the first time officials have attached such an ambitious timeline to the effort.
IMF backs down on unpopular tax changes for Ukraine, PM says
"During the Spring Meetings, we found understanding from our partners that this is indeed a sensitive topic and a non-constructive idea," Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko said on April 19 in a Telegram post, referring to the new VAT tax.
Russian-friendly ex-president wins Bulgaria's snap parliamentary elections
His electoral win marks a victory for pro-Russian representation in the EU.
Europol hackathon identifies 45 more Ukrainian children forcibly deported to Russia
The two-day operation, held on April 16-17, brought together 40 experts from 18 countries, alongside the International Criminal Court and several non-governmental partners.
Ukraine strikes oil refinery in Russia's Krasnodar Krai for 2nd time in a week, sparking major fire, General Staff confirms
Ukrainian drones reportedly struck the Tuapse Oil Refinery in southern Russia's Krasnodar Krai during an overnight attack on April 20, as Kyiv continues efforts to disrupt Moscow's war funding.
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