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BLINDSPOT REPORT
Tuesday 9 June, 2026

How to read this report

Each story includes a coverage bar. When one side has little coverage, that's a blindspot.

Left Center Right

Media map

Left

  • De Morgen

Center

  • Le Soir
  • RTBF
  • La Libre
  • De Standaard
  • VRT NWS

Right

  • L'Écho

Same data, opposing narratives

Ukraine approves law to tax digital platform revenues

The Ukrainian Parliament approved a law for the taxation of revenues from digital platforms. The measure aligns with IMF requirements for the country's financing.

Context: Ukraine seeks to modernize its tax system to meet international transparency standards. This reform is crucial for macroeconomic stability during the war.
Coverage by leaning
Left 33%
Center 33%
Right 34%
🔎 Why it matters: The coverage was extensive, allowing for an understanding of both the fiscal impact and the geopolitical importance of the reform.

Expansion of the forced evacuation zone in Slovyansk

Authorities have expanded the mandatory evacuation zone for families with children in Slovyansk. The measure responds to the increasing danger in the Donetsk region.

Context: The situation on the Donetsk front remains critical, with intense fighting near residential areas. The evacuation seeks to protect the most vulnerable civilian population.
Coverage by leaning
Left 33%
Right 67%
🔎 Why it matters: Coverage focused on right-wing and left-wing media, omitting the perspective of centrist media.

US diplomat points to Western failures regarding Russian invasion

A US diplomat criticized the failures of the international community that allowed Russia to start the war. The analysis suggests that the lack of an early response was decisive.

Context: The debate over NATO and EU responsibility in deterring Russia is central to current geopolitics. These criticisms resonate in debates regarding European security.
Coverage by leaning
Center 50%
Right 50%
🔎 Why it matters: The left did not address this diplomatic criticism, which limits the understanding of the debate regarding the responsibility of Western powers.

Ukraine and Latvia sign strategic drone agreement

Ukraine and Latvia have formalized an agreement for the acquisition and development of drone systems. The pact reinforces technological cooperation in defense.

Context: The drone war has become fundamental in the current conflict. Bilateral agreements with Baltic countries strengthen Ukraine's air defense and attack capabilities.
Coverage by leaning
Left 50%
Right 50%
🔎 Why it matters: The coverage was consistent between the left and the right, providing a clear view of regional military cooperation.

Left blindspots

Trump claims that the US will announce total victory over Iran

Donald Trump declared that the United States will announce a complete victory over Iran in the next two weeks. His statements generate uncertainty regarding US foreign policy.

Context: Trump's statements occur during a period of high geopolitical tension and US elections. The rhetoric regarding Iran impacts stability in the Middle East.
Coverage by leaning
Center 100%
🔎 Why it matters: The left did not cover this statement, which prevents a critical analysis of the impact of Trumpist rhetoric on global diplomacy.

Hungarian MPs cut their own salaries in half

Parliamentarians in Hungary have voted to reduce their salaries by nearly fifty percent. The measure has been reported as an internal decision of the Hungarian legislature.

Context: Hungarian domestic politics are marked by tensions with the EU and structural reforms. This salary reduction move seeks to project an image of austerity.
Coverage by leaning
Left 50%
Right 50%
🔎 Why it matters: Centrist media ignored this relevant political move in the EU region, losing the context of Hungarian politics.

Fuel deficit forces Russia to reduce oil exports

According to Reuters, fuel shortages in Russia are forcing the country to decrease its oil export volume. This phenomenon affects the Russian economy and the global market.

Context: Sanctions and war logistics are impacting Russia's production and export capacity. The global energy market is reacting to these fluctuations in Russian supply.
Coverage by leaning
Center 100%
🔎 Why it matters: The left did not cover this key economic data regarding the internal Russian situation, limiting the perspective on the adversary's economic resilience.

Right blindspots

OpenAI files for IPO in key financial move

The artificial intelligence company OpenAI has filed its application for an initial public offering. This move seeks to consolidate its position in the global technology market.

Context: The tech sector faces increasing regulation as AI companies seek massive capital. The IPO marks a milestone in the commercialization of generative models.
Coverage by leaning
Center 50%
Right 50%
🔎 Why it matters: Left-wing media ignored this techno-financial milestone, losing perspective on the evolution of the AI market.

Students in Odesa face 13-hour exams due to air raid alerts

Due to constant air attack alerts, students in the Odesa region took their national exams over 13 hours. The youths took the test without constant access to food or water.

Context: The war has profoundly altered the Ukrainian education system, forcing students to adapt to extreme conditions. Educational infrastructure is operating under a constant state of emergency.
Coverage by leaning
Left 25%
Center 50%
Right 25%
🔎 Why it matters: The right omitted this direct humanitarian impact on youth, focusing more on defense or economic issues.

Bulgaria plans to halt weapons supplies to Ukraine

New reports indicate that the Bulgarian government plans to cease the shipment of weaponry to Ukraine. This decision raises concerns regarding the continuity of European military support.

Context: The cohesion of European military aid is vital for Ukrainian defense. Changes in the policies of EU member countries can alter the balance on the battlefield.
Coverage by leaning
Center 50%
Right 50%
🔎 Why it matters: Left-wing media did not cover this news, missing the opportunity to analyze the fragmentation of military support in Europe.

OpenAI IPO application

OpenAI IPO application

Right Interfax-Ukraine “OpenAI filed for IPO - Interfax-Ukraine”
Right “Following SpaceX and Anthropic, OpenAI has filed to go public - LIGA.net”

🔍 Analysis: Both right-wing media outlets covered the news with a financial focus. Interfax stuck to the facts, while Liga.net added comparative context with other AI companies such as SpaceX.

Student exams in Odesa

School exams under wartime conditions

Center Ukrainska Pravda “Without food and water: in the Odesa region, participants wrote the NMT for almost 13 hours due to air raid sirens - UP. Life”
Left Hromadske “Students, whose NMT was stretched over 13 hours, were offered to attend an additional session, but they refused”

🔍 Analysis: Ukrainska Pravda used an emotional and humanitarian approach, highlighting the lack of food and water. Hromadske focused on the students' response to the offer of rescheduling.

Daily summary

10
Stories
7
Outlets
15
Articles

Main topics: War in Ukraine, Technology (OpenAI), Geopolitics (Trump, Iran, Bulgaria), Economy (Taxes, Oil)

Most balanced outlet: Ukrinform, due to its ability to cover both defense and public administration topics with a neutral tone.

The right didn't cover: The right ignored the direct humanitarian impacts on the civilian population, such as the situation of students in Odesa or local infrastructure problems.
The left didn't cover: The left omitted crucial news regarding the evolution of the global technology market (OpenAI) and Russian energy supply dynamics.

“This week's media landscape reveals a fragmentation where technology and global geopolitics are the major blind spots of local agendas.”