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Ukraine's court sentences 20-year-old man to life imprisonment for killing ex-lawmaker Iryna Farion
The 60-year-old Farion was a prolific figure in Ukraine who devoted her life to popularizing and defending the Ukrainian language and culture. She was shot in the head near her home on July 19, 2024.
Russian drones strike key Kyiv bridge linking eastern, western banks of city
The attack took place at around 11:30 a.m. local time, as cars and a metro train continued to cross the bridge.
'Returning Russia's sick war to where it came from' — Ukraine marks Defenders Day
"Thank you to all our defenders who are working to return Russia's sick war to where it came from," President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Telegram.
Russian troop losses rose 46% since January, hit 2026 high in September, Ukraine says
The September figure surpassed previous summer highs of 42,860 in July and 42,020 in August.
UK passes new Russia sanctions, but with LNG loophole for Asian allies
A U.K. government press statement describes the decision to facilitate Tokyo and Seoul's continued import of fossil fuels as "part of the U.K.'s work with international partners to support their transition away from Russian energy," without elaborating how.
Half of Ukrainians say government isn't doing enough to secure EU membership, poll shows
Asked what is holding Ukraine back from EU membership, 32% cited corruption in central government bodies. Another 29% said the EU or some of its member states are unwilling to accept Ukraine.
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Compared to the most recent figure from July 2026, the decree increases total staff by only around 15,500, is the fourth such incremental raise announced this year.
