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Russia-Ukraine war escalates with deadly strikes and drone attacks

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Russia launched deadly strikes on Kyiv as Ukraine hit back with drone attacks on Moscow. Ukrainian forces are disrupting life in Crimea, while Russia plans new offensives to capture Kyiv. The war shows no signs of slowing down.

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Deadly Russian strikes rock Kyiv as war intensifies — Russian forces carried out fresh attacks on Kyiv, causing casualties and damage. Ukraine’s military chief says Putin has ordered new plans to capture the capital.

Ukraine drone strikes hit Moscow, over 60 shot down — Dozens of Ukrainian drones targeted Moscow, with Russia claiming to have shot down more than 60. The attack marks a significant escalation in Ukraine’s long-range strikes.

Ukrainian attacks disrupt life in Crimea — Ukraine’s strikes on Crimea have led to fuel shortages and ATM outages, even on the black market. The attacks are reshaping daily life in the occupied region.

Russia prepares massive new offensive on Ukraine — Reports suggest Russia is gearing up for a major new attack, though Ukraine remains skeptical about the immediate threat. Military analysts debate the scale of the planned offensive.

Zelenskyy and Zaluzhnyy vie for Ukraine’s presidency — Speculation grows over whether President Zelenskyy or military chief Zaluzhnyy will run for president in Ukraine’s upcoming elections, as political tensions rise.

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Brooklyn Faces Heat, Fires, and Urban Challenges

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Brooklyn grapples with extreme heat, a major fire at a waste site injuring firefighters, and ongoing urban safety concerns. The heat wave disrupts daily life, while infrastructure and public safety incidents highlight vulnerabilities in the borough. These events underscore broader challenges in managing climate resilience and emergency response.

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Extreme heat wave ties NYC temperature record, strains resources — New York City tied a temperature record of 100 degrees in Central Park, marking the first time since 2012. The heat wave has prompted emergency measures across the Tri-State Area, disrupting travel and raising concerns about public health and infrastructure resilience.

Fire at Brooklyn waste site injures 10 firefighters — A fire erupted at a waste management station in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, injuring 10 firefighters. The incident highlights ongoing risks associated with urban waste sites and the dangers faced by first responders during emergencies.

Brooklyn home engulfed in flames as crews battle blaze — Firefighters responded to a raging fire at a Brooklyn residence, underscoring the persistent threat of residential fires in densely populated urban areas. The incident adds to concerns about fire safety and emergency response times in the borough.

Scooter rider critically injured in collision with MTA bus — A scooter rider was critically hurt after being struck by an MTA bus in Brooklyn, raising concerns about urban traffic safety and the risks faced by vulnerable road users in high-traffic areas.

Brooklyn Bridge to Gansevoort Peninsula Park route highlights urban connectivity — A new route connecting Brooklyn Bridge to Gansevoort Peninsula Park emphasizes efforts to improve pedestrian and recreational access in Brooklyn. The initiative aims to enhance urban mobility and public space utilization amid growing demand for green infrastructure.

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#FBI: Hello from #Putin, with some high words of wisdom: Empire State climbers are #RUSSIANS! Русские руферы задержаны на шпиле Эмпайр-стейт-билдинга: помолвка, баннер и 8 статей УК

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#Intelligence agencies restructure for #AI era amid internal and external threats — The #CIA is overhauling its technology and acquisition offices to prioritize AI integration, signaling a broader trend of intelligence modernization. Concurrently, warnings emerge about insider threats within U.S. agencies, while Spain blacklists CIA-backed Palantir Technologies, highlighting tensions over surveillance and sovereignty.

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RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: 🇶🇦🇮🇷 Qatar’s Parliament Speaker has arrived in Tehran to attend the funeral of Iranian Supreme Leader. This comes despite past tensions, including Iranian attacks on Qatari territory during the war. Source: Tasnim News / Writer: Samuel

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RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: ❗️SBU struck the Saky airfield in Crimea for the second time this week — 7 hangars were hit, with at least 7 aircraft (Su-30SM, Su-30, Su-24) destroyed or damaged. The Hvardiyske airfield was also attacked — 2 hangars with Shahed drones and aviation equipment were destroyed.

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RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: BREAKING : Ukraine has received at least 10 IRIS-T SLM firing units/batteries from Germany, that can possibly Intercept Oreshnik, Iskander including hypersonic Zircon missiles. – Ukraine becoming Europe’s most strogest if it wins against Russia with the indirect coordination of NATO.

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#EpsteinHearing and election probes fuel scrutiny of U.S. institutions — #KashPatel’s explosive testimony at a House hearing alleges high-profile names linked to the Epstein case, while the #FBI redirects analysts to Atlanta for the 2020 election investigation, underscoring persistent controversies over institutional accountability and political interference.

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#Intelligence agencies restructure for #AI era amid internal and external threats — The #CIA is overhauling its technology and acquisition offices to prioritize AI integration, signaling a broader trend of intelligence modernization. Concurrently, warnings emerge about insider threats within U.S. agencies, while Spain blacklists CIA-backed Palantir Technologies, highlighting tensions over surveillance and sovereignty.

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RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: 🇺🇸🇺🇦 Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are willing to visit Russia and Ukraine if “something new to discuss” emerges, but they do not intend to travel “for photo ops.” – NYT Moscow is counting on resuming active engagement with Witkoff and Kushner. According to sources close to the Kremlin, Putin particularly values ​​his personal relationship with Witkoff and views him as a key channel of interaction with Washington. According to them, the Kremlin considers this channel important for achieving goals that only the United States can achieve, including an agreement “to prevent Ukraine from joining NATO.”