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Fact check: Russian disinformation takes aim at Poland-Ukraine rift

The Kyiv Independent

The Kyiv Independent

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June 23, 2026

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Fact check: Russian disinformation takes aim at Poland-Ukraine rift

A Russian-linked disinformation operation seeks to fan Polish-Ukrainian tensions amid the latest rift over historical grievances, a monitoring group told the Kyiv Independent on June 23.

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DW News

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· Jun 27, 2026

Russian disinformation campaign fuels rift between Poland and Ukraine | DW News

Fake reports mimicking DW, Spiegel TV and other media outlets are adding to tensions between Poland and Ukraine amid a growing diplomatic rift. DW Fact check explains how this disinformation campaign works. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1 #disinformation #poland #russia #dwfactcheck

CNN

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· Jul 1, 2026

Putin admits 'problems persist' as Ukraine strikes deeper into Russia

Ukraine said on Tuesday it hit one of Russia’s largest satellite communication centers for the second time in just over a week, as Kyiv ramps up long-range drone attacks to pressure the Kremlin to end its four-year-old war. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov slammed Kyiv for the attack in the Moscow region, telling journalists on Tuesday that “civilians are suffering, children are dying.” 0:00 The drone edge that Ukraine has over Russia 2:45 How big of a deal are these strikes deep in Russian territory? 6:23 Will Zelenskyy's 'long-range sanctions' bring Putin to the table? Watch 24/7 live news with CNN Headlines: https://bit.ly/4eIvlTr #Russia #Ukraine #News

Kyiv Post

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· Jun 21, 2026

Decoding Putin

Vladmir Putin’s Russia Day remarks, delivered to decorated soldiers inside the Kremlin, rely on false claims that NATO is at war with Russia and that Moscow is advancing in Ukraine. In this article we break down the meaning, examine the lies, and explain the realities that Russia is masking losses, inventing threats and leaning on paranoid narratives to hide a weakening position.

DawnNews English

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· Jul 6, 2026

Russia Launches Massive Missile & Drone Attack On Kyiv | Ukraine | Dawn News English

Russia launched a fresh wave of missile and drone attacks on Ukraine's capital Kyiv, with explosions reported across the city overnight. Ukrainian officials said at least seven people were killed and dozens injured after residential buildings were hit in the historic Podilskyi district. Watch the latest developments from the Russia-Ukraine war and the ongoing attacks on Kyiv. #ukraine #russia #kyiv #ukrainewar #russiaukraine #breakingnews #droneattack #airstrike --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

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