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    Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever, with longstanding ties to Russian officials, is blocking use of frozen Russian central bank assets worth over €185 billion held in Belgium, effectively protecting Kremlin interests and limiting aid to Ukraine.

    Bart De Wever, Prime Minister of Belgium and mayor of Antwerp, has maintained extensive connections with Russian officials and elites since the late 1980s, including multiple high-profile visits such as to Moscow in 2018 where he signed cooperation …

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    General Staff: Russia has lost 1,275,980 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

    General Staff: Russia has lost 1,275,980 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

    The number includes 990 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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    Moscow's own assessments reveal staggering losses in Ukraine, intelligence suggests

    Moscow's own assessments reveal staggering losses in Ukraine, intelligence suggests

    The Kremlin's own classified assessments estimate that 1,315,000 Russian soldiers have been killed and wounded on the battlefield since the start of Russia's full-scale of Ukraine in February 2022, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on March 10, …

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    Zelensky confirms strike on Bryansk plant producing missile control systems

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed a successful missile strike by Ukraine’s Defense Forces on Bryansk. The target was a plant that produced control systems for all types of Russian missiles.

    Zelensky said he was informed by the …

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    Drone attacks hit Russia’s Black Sea resorts, closing airports in Sochi and Anapa

    Late on March 10 and after midnight, sirens and explosions sounded across Russia’s Krasnodar region amid a drone attack. Residents reported unidentified drones over Anapa and Sochi.

    The drone strikes paralyzed operations at airports in Krasnodar and …

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    Russia committed crimes against humanity through deportation of Ukrainian children, UN inquiry finds

    Russia committed crimes against humanity through deportation of Ukrainian children, UN inquiry finds

    The forced deportation and transfer of Ukrainian children by Russia throughout its full-scale war in Ukraine amounts to crimes against humanity, a United Nations (UN) investigation published on March 10 found.

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    Ukraine deploys ‘Shahed hunter’ air-defense teams to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, Zelensky says

    Ukrainian air-defense specialists trained to intercept Shahed drones have been deployed to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Qatar, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

    Teams of Ukrainian experts are already on the ground across the Middle …

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    This BALLISTIC MISSILE attacks MOSCOW! Ukraine conducts FINAL missile tests #shorts

    This BALLISTIC MISSILE attacks MOSCOW! Ukraine conducts FINAL missile tests #shorts

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    Ukrainian FP-9 ballistics ready to strike! 800 km range – MOSCOW is now within reach!

    Ukrainian FP-9 ballistics ready to strike! 800 km range – MOSCOW is now within reach!

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    Ukraine hits military targets in Russian-occupied Donetsk Oblast, video shows

    Ukraine hits military targets in Russian-occupied Donetsk Oblast, video shows

    Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SSO) released video footage on March 10 showing strikes on military facilities in Russian-occupied Donetsk oblast.

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    EU rejects easing Russian oil sanctions despite global price surge

    Despite a sharp rise in energy prices amid the war in Iran, the European Union has pushed back against a possible relaxation of sanctions on Russian oil.

    “We must continue to exert maximum pressure on Russia,” EU Economy Commissioner Valdis …

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    Former 47th Brigade Commander Criticizes Assault Units Leadership

    Oleksandr Shyrshyn, former battalion commander of the 47th Separate Mechanized Brigade, has publicly criticized the leadership and operational methods of some Ukrainian assault units, arguing that systemic failures are causing…

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    Missile strike hits Russia’s Kremniy El microelectronics plant in Bryansk, killing two

    A missile strike hit the Kremniy El microelectronics plant in Bryansk, which supplies Russia’s air-defense sector. Preliminary reports say two people were killed.

    Bryansk came under a missile attack, with Mash reporting that one of the strikes hit a …

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    Ukraine war latest: Saudi Arabia prepping 'huge deal' for Ukrainian weapons amid Iranian drone threat

    Ukraine war latest: Saudi Arabia prepping 'huge deal' for Ukrainian weapons amid Iranian drone threat

    Key developments on March 10:

    • Saudi Arabia prepping 'huge deal' for Ukrainian weapons amid Iranian drone threat
    • Ukraine strikes missile control systems plant in Russia's Bryansk Oblast, Zelensky says
    • Ukraine retakes most Russian-held areas in …
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    UKRAINE is now a security donor in the MIDDLE EAST, – Zelenskyy #shorts

    UKRAINE is now a security donor in the MIDDLE EAST, – Zelenskyy #shorts

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    Ukrainians heading to SHOOT DOWN "SHAHEDS" over the PERSIAN GULF #shorts

    Ukrainians heading to SHOOT DOWN "SHAHEDS" over the PERSIAN GULF #shorts

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    Ukraine strikes missile control systems plant in Russia's Bryansk Oblast, Zelensky says

    Ukraine strikes missile control systems plant in Russia's Bryansk Oblast, Zelensky says

    Zelensky said Ukrainian forces struck a plant in Russia's Bryansk Oblast that manufactures control systems for Russian missiles. The facility, identified as Kremniy El, is one of Russia's largest microelectronics producers.

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    Ukrainian Navy grounds occupier aircraft in Crimea, while Ukrainian UAVs save UAE from Iran!

    Ukrainian Navy grounds occupier aircraft in Crimea, while Ukrainian UAVs save UAE from Iran!

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    Hungary says seized Oschadbank funds won’t be returned until Druzhba pipeline reopens

    Hungary’s Construction and Transport Minister János Lázár effectively acknowledged that the detention of Ukrainian cash couriers and the seizure of their cargo on Hungarian territory was a deliberate decision by the government. He added that the …

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    Oil prices surpass $100 a barrel for first time since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine

    Oil prices surpass $100 a barrel for first time since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine

    Brent futures, the global benchmark for oil prices, increased 16% on March 8, near to $108 a barrel. Prices last reached this level in 2022, when Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

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    Zelensky shares new update on liberated Ukrainian territory, says Kyiv 'more positive' than at end of 2025

    Zelensky shares new update on liberated Ukrainian territory, says Kyiv 'more positive' than at end of 2025

    Ukrainian forces have liberated up to 435 kilometers of Russian-occupied territory in the country's south, thwarting Moscow's efforts to mount a southern offensive, President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed on March 8.

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    Slovakia to block EU loan Ukraine if Orban loses Hungarian election, Fico says

    Slovakia to block EU loan Ukraine if Orban loses Hungarian election, Fico says

    "The main message will be that Slovakia is ready to take over the baton from Hungary if necessary," Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said on March 8.

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    Fox News called Ukrainian drones American, but now praises the invention #shorts

    Fox News called Ukrainian drones American, but now praises the invention #shorts

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    Orban rebukes Zelensky over troops quip, labels it blackmail amid Druzhba pipeline dispute

    Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban showed how he listened to President Volodymyr Zelensky’s statement in which the Ukrainian leader said Ukrainian military personnel could speak with the Hungarian premier.

    Orban called Zelensky’s remark a …

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    Russian offensive COMPLETELY FAILED – Ukraine responds with DRONE STRIKES

    Russian offensive COMPLETELY FAILED – Ukraine responds with DRONE STRIKES

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    Search and rescue operation goes on after Russian missile kills at least 11, including 2 children, in Kharkiv 

    Five-story building in Kharkiv, half-destroyed and burning in the aftermath of Russian missile attack

    UKRAINE, KHARKIV, Mar. 7-8 — Emergency workers started their first shift at about 2:00 a.m. on Saturday. A Russian missile strike caused a huge fire, destroyed a big part of a five-storey building and buried, according to official data, at least 14 …

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    Zelensky says Ukrainian forces retake up to 435 square kilometers in the south, foiling Russia’s plans

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukrainian troops have thwarted Russia’s plans to advance in southern Ukraine and carried out a series of counteroffensive actions.

    As a result of those counterattacks, roughly 400–435 square kilometers have …

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    Ukraine's Shrike Fiber drone reportedly wins top place in Pentagon drone procurement program

    Ukraine's Shrike Fiber drone reportedly wins top place in Pentagon drone procurement program

    Ukrainian company Sky Fall’s Shrike Fiber drone reportedly took first place in the Pentagon’s Drone Dominance selection in partnership with U.K.-based Skycutter, Defender Media reported March 7.

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    Can Ukraine CHANGE the balance of power in the MIDDLE EAST? Defense against "Shaheds"

    Can Ukraine CHANGE the balance of power in the MIDDLE EAST? Defense against "Shaheds"

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    Trump alleges interpreter changed meaning during talks with Putin, raising doubts about Ukraine negotiations

    A new wrinkle in negotiations between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin involves translation difficulties, which the U.S. president blamed on an interpreter.

    US President Donald Trump unexpectedly raised the issue of translation at international talks …

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    Zelensky says Russia and Iran coordinating strikes across regions from Europe to the Middle East

    There are reports that Russians are providing intelligence to Iran to adjust strikes on Americans, and evidence of Russian-made components in Shahed drones used in the Middle East, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his nightly video …

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    Ukraine says it struck Pantsir-S1 system and BK-16 landing craft in Crimea, hitting UAV control points and command posts

    Ukraine says its forces struck several high-value Russian military targets overnight, including a BK-16 landing craft and a Pantsir-S1 air-defense system in Russian-occupied Crimea. The extent of the damage is still being assessed, according to …

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    Ukraine war latest: Russian attack kills 11 in Kharkiv, including 2 children

    Ukraine war latest: Russian attack kills 11 in Kharkiv, including 2 children

    Key developments on March 7-8

    • Russian attack kills 11 in Kharkiv, including 2 children
    • Ukraine halts Russian offensive toward Zaporizhzhia, killing, injuring 300 Russian troops, HUR claims
    • Ukraine hits Russian Shahed-type drone storage in Donetsk with …

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    Ukraine to send military experts to the Middle East next week, Zelensky says

    The first Ukrainian team of military experts will arrive in the Middle East as soon as next week to help Gulf countries with military know-how and share air-defense expertise.

    President Volodymyr Zelensky on March 8 confirmed that the initial group …

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    Russian attacks Ukraine kill 3, injure 20 in Ukraine over past day

    Russian attacks Ukraine kill 3, injure 20 in Ukraine over past day

    Russia launched 117 drones, including Shahed-type unmanned aerial vehicles, and two Iskander-M ballistic missiles overnight, the Air Force reported.

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    Zelensky offers Ukraine's expertise against Iranian Shahed drones in call with Saudi crown prince

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke by phone with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, discussing the situation in the Middle East.

    Zelensky said he held the call on the evening of March 7 with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al …

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    Ukrainian missile strike hits Shahed drone depot at occupied Donetsk’s Tochmash plant

    On the morning of March 8, Ukrainian forces struck the occupied Donetsk. The target was a military facility linked to “Shaheds.”

    A large number of photos and videos shot by witnesses appeared online. Judging by the footage, the aftermath appears very …

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    Zelensky: Russia transferring drone tech to Iran for war against the U.S. and Israel

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia is assisting Iran in its war against the United States and Israel, transferring parts of its technology to support the regime in Tehran.

    One of the main elements of that assistance is the transfer of …

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    Ukrainian drone strike ignites Armavir oil depot amid mass drone attacks across Russia and Crimea

    A major fire broke out at an oil depot in Armavir after an overnight attack by Ukrainian drones.

    According to the Krasnodar Krai Operational Headquarters on Telegram, by Sunday morning, March 8, the blaze was contained to an area of 700 square …

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    Ukraine downs nearly 100 drones as Russia attacks from seven directions

    Overnight into Sunday, Russian forces launched two Iskander-M ballistic missiles and 117 attack drones of various types at Ukraine. Most incoming targets were destroyed or suppressed by air defenses and electronic warfare units, the Ukrainian Air …

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    Putin wages war on CHILDREN & RESCUERS! Russia launches cynical double strike on Ukrainian cities

    Putin wages war on CHILDREN & RESCUERS! Russia launches cynical double strike on Ukrainian cities

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    The world isn’t ready for drone warfare | Ukraine This Week

    The world isn’t ready for drone warfare | Ukraine This Week

    In the latest episode of Ukraine This Week, Anna Belokur examines how Russia and its allies have rapidly expanded the use of long-range attack drones — and why much of the world remains unprepared to defend against them.

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    Russian drone strikes Ukrainian train with 200 passengers on board

    Russian drone strikes Ukrainian train with 200 passengers on board

    Local authorities reported no injuries at the time, and passengers were redirected to their final stations.

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    Ukraine condemns Russia's return to Venice Biennale, calling it 'normalization of genocidal policy'

    Ukraine condemns Russia's return to Venice Biennale, calling it 'normalization of genocidal policy'

    "Adherence to the values of freedom, human dignity, and international law must be defining for the global artistic community, as must solidarity with the Ukrainian people whose culture is being targeted for destruction."

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    A Strategic Learning Deficit: Western Military Institutions Ignored Ukraine War Lessons.

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    General Staff: Russia has lost 1,273,290 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

    General Staff: Russia has lost 1,273,290 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

    Russia has lost around 1,273,290 troops in Ukraine since the beginning of its full-scale invasion on Feb. 24, 2022, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported on March 7.

    The number includes 930 casualties that Russian forces suffered …

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    Ukrainian drones attack oil depot in Krasnodar Krai, Russia claims

    Ukrainian drones attack oil depot in Krasnodar Krai, Russia claims

    Russia's Defense Ministry claimed that it had shot down four Ukrainian drones over Krasnodar Krai overnight.

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    Kyiv reports zero deaths from cold during energy crisis — but there's a catch

    Kyiv reports zero deaths from cold during energy crisis — but there's a catch

    Zero deaths linked to winter power or heating outages have been officially recorded in Kyiv, city authorities have said, despite months of severe cold caused by repeated Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.

    As Ukraine emerges from …

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    Ukraine's Oschadbank seeks return of vehicles, valuables seized in Hungary

    Ukraine's Oschadbank seeks return of vehicles, valuables seized in Hungary

    Ukraine’s state-owned Oschadbank said on March 7 that it will pursue legal action to recover bank property still held in Hungary after the recent detention of its employees and armored vehicles.

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    US supplying Ukraine-tested anti-drone systems to Middle East partners, WSJ reports

    US supplying Ukraine-tested anti-drone systems to Middle East partners, WSJ reports

    The U.S. is supplying Ukraine-tested anti-drone systems to partners in the Middle East, The Wall Street Journal reported on March 7, highlighting growing international demand for Kyiv’s battlefield-proven technology capable of countering Iranian …

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    Ukraine used about 700 Patriot missiles over winter amid global shortage, EU says

    Ukraine expended about 700 interceptor missiles for its Patriot systems over the past winter, EU Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius said, as reported by Euronews, stressing that the figures underscore an urgent need to ramp up …

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    Russia-linked disinformation campaign targets Ukraine amid tensions with Hungary

    Russia-linked disinformation campaign targets Ukraine amid tensions with Hungary

    A Russia-linked disinformation campaign has circulated artificial intelligence-generated images depicting the detention of Ukrainian bank employees by Hungarian authorities, fact-checking outlet Vastagbor reported March 7.

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    Defense Minister Fedorov: more than 100 Russian troops surrender under the watch of Ukrainian drones

    Ukrainian drones are increasingly being used not only for reconnaissance or strikes but also to compel Russian troops to lay down their arms, with videos online showing soldiers surrendering under drone supervision, said Ukraine’s Defense Minister …

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    Zelensky says Ukraine holds key defensive lines in call with Macron, urges EU to deliver €90 billion aid

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron. The two discussed the situation on the front lines, Europe’s continued support for Ukraine and broader international security.

    Zelensky said Ukrainian …

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    Russia amasses troops for new offensive near Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad, Ukrainian military says

    Russian forces have stepped up airstrikes and other strikes around Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad in Ukraine’s Donetsk region as they prepare a new push using reserve units, according to Ukraine’s military. The report was posted by the Armed Forces of …

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    At least 11 killed, including two children, in Russian strike on Kharkiv amid overnight attacks across Ukraine

    Russia launched another mass attack on Ukraine overnight Saturday, March 7. A ballistic missile strike on the Kyivskyi district of Kharkiv killed at least 11 people, including a boy and a 13-year-old girl. The State Emergency Service of Ukraine …

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    Ukraine faces critical drone-production squeeze as optical fiber prices soar

    Chinese suppliers have sharply raised prices for the optical fiber used to control modern FPV strike drones, putting unexpected pressure on Ukrainian manufacturers. Signals of significant price hikes began arriving from China in early 2026, according …

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    Ukraine wins first 6 medals at Winter Paralympics, taking early lead

    Ukraine wins first 6 medals at Winter Paralympics, taking early lead

    With three gold, two bronze, and one silver medal, Ukraine leads the overall medal standings.

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    Sweden intercepts sanctioned cargo ship en route to Russia in Baltic Sea

    Sweden intercepts sanctioned cargo ship en route to Russia in Baltic Sea

    Vladyslav Vlasiuk, the Ukrainian president's commissioner for sanctions, said that the Caffa ship was traveling from Morocco to St. Petersburg, transporting grain. According to him, the vessel was previously involved in stealing grain from occupied …

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    Ukraine says it hit Russian Shahed drone base near Donetsk airport with ATACMS and SCALP missiles

    Ukraine’s General Staff says Ukraine has carried out a series of successful operations aimed at degrading Russia’s military capabilities.

    Ukrainian forces launched a missile strike on a key Russian military facility in the Donetsk area. According to …

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    Russia back at Paralympics under national flag, its war veterans eye 2028 games

    Russia back at Paralympics under national flag, its war veterans eye 2028 games

    For the first time in 12 years, Russia will compete under its national flag at the 2026 Paralympic Games — a return that comes despite its ongoing all-out war against Ukraine and a pattern of doping scandals that led to the initial ban.

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    Russia attacks Ukraine with 29 missiles and 480 drones, striking energy and transport sites, causing casualties

    Overnight into Saturday, March 7, Russian forces carried out a massive, combined strike across Ukraine. Ukrainian authorities report dead and injured.

    Russia launched 29 missiles at Ukraine, nearly half of them ballistic, and 480 drones, most of them …

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    Destruction, children under rubble, injured baby: Russia stages bloody night for Ukraine

    Destruction, children under rubble, injured baby: Russia stages bloody night for Ukraine

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    What's on at the Venice Biennale? Russian soft power

    What's on at the Venice Biennale? Russian soft power

    In the fifth year of Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine, the Russian pavilion is set to return to the Venice Art Biennale with a “musical festival come to life” that serves as “a space for dialogue and exchange.”

    The pavilion was effectively …

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    Russia hits Kharkiv apartment block with alleged 'Izdelie-30' missile, killing at least 8

    A Russian missile struck a five-story residential building in the Kyivskyi district of Kharkiv overnight on March 7, killing at least eight people, according to the Kharkiv Regional Prosecutor’s Office. Two of the dead are children, and more than 10 …

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    Sweden detains freighter Caffa in the Baltic Sea over suspected links to Russia's shadow fleet

    Sweden’s Coast Guard and police on Friday, March 6, detained the freighter Caffa in the Baltic Sea as it sailed along the country’s southern coast under the flag of Guinea. Authorities suspect the vessel is part of Russia’s “shadow fleet” and believe …

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    Ukraine halts Russian offensive toward Zaporizhzhia, killing, injuring 300 Russian troops, HUR claims

    Ukraine halts Russian offensive toward Zaporizhzhia, killing, injuring 300 Russian troops, HUR claims

    The units of Ukraine's military intelligence and the Armed Forces have stopped Russia's advance toward the city of Zaporizhzhia as part of a three-month defensive operation in the country's south, HUR claimed on March 7.

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    Ukraine hits Russian Shahed-type drone storage in Donetsk with SCALP, ATACMS missiles, military says

    Ukraine hits Russian Shahed-type drone storage in Donetsk with SCALP, ATACMS missiles, military says

    Ukrainian forces targeted a Russian site used for the storage, preparation, and launch of Shahed-type drones with Western long-range missiles near the airport in occupied Donetsk, the General Staff reported on March 7.

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    Russian attacks against Ukraine kill 10, injure 40 over past day

    Russian attacks against Ukraine kill 10, injure 40 over past day

    Russia launched 480 drones, including Shahed-type unmanned aerial vehicles, and 29 missiles, including hypersonic Zircon anti-ship missile and Iskander-M ballistic missiles, overnight, the Air Force reported.

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    General Staff: Russia has lost 1,272,360 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

    General Staff: Russia has lost 1,272,360 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

    The number includes 1,010 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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    Explosions rock Kyiv, other Ukrainian cities as Russia launches combined ballistic missile and drone attack overnight

    Explosions rock Kyiv, other Ukrainian cities as Russia launches combined ballistic missile and drone attack overnight

    Russia attacked Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with ballistic missiles and drones overnight on March 7, the Air Force reported.

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    Ukraine's General Staff confirms damage to two Russian Black Sea Fleet ships in Novorossiysk

    Ukraine's General Staff confirms damage to two Russian Black Sea Fleet ships in Novorossiysk

    Ukraine’s General Staff of the Armed Forces confirmed that two Russian Black Sea Fleet frigates, Admiral Essen and Admiral Makarov, were damaged during a Ukrainian strike on the Russian naval base in Novorossiysk on March 2.

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    Russia eyes capture of Odesa as it weighs southern ground offensive, analyst says

    Russia has not abandoned its strategic ambition to seize Odesa, one of Ukraine’s largest port cities, with the Kremlin weighing multiple options for a southern offensive that could pave the way to dominance in the Black Sea, a Ukrainian analyst said. …

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    Zelensky: A Ukrainian pullout from Donbas would save 300,000 to 1 million Russian troops

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says some around the world have started treating as “truth” Russian President Vladimir Putin’s claim that “if Ukraine is not in Donbas, the war will end.”

    “Despite everything Russia has said before, its …

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    Ukrainian shield for America: AFU experience will save the Middle East from Iranian killer drones

    Ukrainian shield for America: AFU experience will save the Middle East from Iranian killer drones

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    Kremlin reportedly deploys embassy-based operatives to boost Orban ahead of Hungary’s 2026 elections

    The Kremlin has dispatched a team of political technologists to interfere in Hungary’s parliamentary elections, scheduled for April 2026. The main objective: to help Prime Minister Viktor Orbán retain power.

    According to sources in European security, …

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    Orban to block Ukraine aid until Druzhba pipeline is repaired

    Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said he will block European financial assistance to Ukraine until Kyiv restores operations of the Druzhba oil pipeline delivering Russian crude to his country.

    Speaking on Hungary’s Kossuth Radio, Orban said the …

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    Lavrov denies Budanov’s claim that Russia agreed to US security guarantees for Ukraine

    Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Moscow has “not even seen” any Western security guarantees for Ukraine, disputing a claim from Kyiv that Russia accepted US-backed assurances. Speaking at the 11th Ambassadors’ Roundtable in Moscow, Lavrov …

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    Trump says that Ukraine "has no cards." But is that really the case? #shorts

    Trump says that Ukraine "has no cards." But is that really the case? #shorts

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    Peskov jokes NATO should invoke Article 5 after Orban claims Zelensky threatened him

    Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov weighed in on claims that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky threatened Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, quipping that in such a situation it would supposedly be time to invoke NATO’s Article 5, which …

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    Orban KIDNAPS Ukrainian MONEY & PEOPLE! Hungary is RUINING relations with Ukraine

    Orban KIDNAPS Ukrainian MONEY & PEOPLE! Hungary is RUINING relations with Ukraine

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    Ukrainian drones severely damage Russian frigate Admiral Essen, disabling its Kalibr strike capability

    In the port of Novorossiysk, drones from Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) struck the Russian Navy frigate “Admiral Essen,” hitting equipment in the ship’s midsection. The attack targeted radars, electronic warfare systems and air-defense components. …

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    The Kyiv Independent’s War Crimes Investigations Unit marks 3 years

    The Kyiv Independent’s War Crimes Investigations Unit marks 3 years

    The War Crimes Investigations Unit of the Kyiv Independent marks its third anniversary today: three years of documenting, exposing, and investigating war crimes committed during Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.t

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    Kyiv real estate gets 35 million euro wartime boost

    Kyiv real estate gets 35 million euro wartime boost

    The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) announced the program with Ukrainian real estate developer Stolitsa Group on March 6.

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    Pricey missiles won't help! US in SHOCK from Iranian drones, but Ukraine CAN DESTROY THEM!

    Pricey missiles won't help! US in SHOCK from Iranian drones, but Ukraine CAN DESTROY THEM!

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    Russian forces take about 19 residents of Sopych, Sumy region, to Russia

    About two dozen residents of the border village of Sopych in Ukraine’s Sumy region were taken across the border to Russia by Russian forces, according to local media. These were people who had previously declined evacuation and remained near the …

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    Ukraine claims over 92,000 Russian troops killed this winter, mostly by drones

    Ukraine’s military is “grinding down” Russia’s forces on the front lines despite ongoing mobilization and what Kyiv describes as Kremlin efforts to conceal the true scale of losses, a senior Ukrainian official said.

    Mykhailo Fedorov told reporters …

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    Ukrainian drones hit Yevpatoria aircraft repair plant and Dzhankoi airfield, damaging air defenses and UAVs in Crimea

    Overnight on March 6, drones from the Security Service of Ukraine’s Alfa special unit struck eight targets in Russian-occupied Crimea, media sources said. Among the targets were an aircraft repair plant in Yevpatoria and the Dzhankoi airfield, both …

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    Ukraine brings home 300 troops and two civilians in latest prisoner exchange with Russia

    Ukraine has carried out a new prisoner exchange with Russia, bringing home 300 service members and two civilians. Most of the freed defenders had been held for more than a year, and some since the start of the full-scale war in 2022.

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    Ukrainian exceptionalism

    Ukrainian exceptionalism

    Americans like to believe they are exceptional — a pioneer nation born in revolution, animated by liberty, individual freedom, and committed to the democratic separation of powers. In the spring of 2022, at a refugee camp on the Polish-Ukrainian …

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    EU, Hungarian opposition leader rebuke Zelensky over remarks on Orban

    EU, Hungarian opposition leader rebuke Zelensky over  remarks on Orban

    Peter Magyar, the leader of the Tisza Party, urged EU leadership to "sever all ties with Ukraine until President Zelensky clarifies his words and apologizes to all Hungarian citizens for his statements."

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    Budapest is holding Ukrainians and millions of dollars – Kyiv goes to court #shorts

    Budapest is holding Ukrainians and millions of dollars – Kyiv goes to court #shorts

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    Inside a Ukrainian prison for women who sided with Russia

    Inside a Ukrainian prison for women who sided with Russia

    Since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukrainian courts have convicted thousands of people of collaboration and treason. The Kyiv Independent’s Kateryna Hodunova and Olena Zashko report from a penal colony in southeastern Ukraine that …

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    Hungary detains ex-Ukrainian intelligence general, seizes Oschadbank armored cars in cash-and-gold probe

    Hungarian authorities have detained a former Ukrainian intelligence general and six other Ukrainians on suspicion of attempting to illegally transport large sums of cash and gold into Ukraine. According to Hungarian law enforcement, the haul included …

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    NEW SCANDAL! Orban is taking hostages — Ukrainians are being FORCIBLY DETAINED in Budapest!

    NEW SCANDAL! Orban is taking hostages — Ukrainians are being FORCIBLY DETAINED in Budapest!

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    Kadyrov ally urges Putin to back Iran against the U.S. and Israel, warns Russia is next

    Apti Alaudinov, commander of Chechnya’s “Akhmat” special forces, says he is “ready to go today” to fight the United States and Israel on Iran’s side.

    A key associate of Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov effectively called on Russian dictator Vladimir …

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    Orban threatens to block key goods transit to Ukraine unless oil supplies resume

    Orban threatens to block key goods transit to Ukraine unless oil supplies resume

    "We have stopped gasoline shipments to Ukraine, we are not delivering diesel either; we are still supplying electricity for now, and we will also stop the goods important to Ukraine that pass through Hungary," Orban said on Kossuth Radio.

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    Postcards from Kherson, where Russian drones hunt Ukrainians every day

    Postcards from Kherson, where Russian drones hunt Ukrainians every day

    At the moment the grey mass of radio static gives way to a clear image on the drone detector screen, the hunter still seems deceptively far away.

    Looking down on the central neighbourhood of Kherson from a bird’s-eye view, it remains unclear where …

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    Ukrainian Navy shoots down Russian Ka-27 with FPV drone on Sivash drilling platform

    The Ukrainian Navy, working with Special Operations Forces, struck Russian forces overnight on March 5 at the Sivash offshore drilling platform in the Black Sea, at the Holitsynske gas field, and for the first time hit a Russian helicopter on the …

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    Ukraine secures release of 300 POWs, 2 civilians in second stage of exchange with Russia

    Ukraine secures release of 300 POWs, 2 civilians in second stage of exchange with Russia

    The youngest freed serviceman is 26, captured at 22 in 2022, while the oldest is 60.

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    U.S. asks Ukraine for help countering Shahed drones in the Middle East, Zelensky says

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the United States has asked Kyiv to provide support to defend against Shahed-type attack drones in the Middle East. Ukraine plans to assist partners by supplying necessary equipment and deploying Ukrainian …

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    Ukraine's HUR releases video of strikes on Russian military assets in occupied Crimea

    Ukraine's HUR releases video of strikes on Russian military assets in occupied Crimea

    Among the reported targets were a Project 22460 patrol ship.

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    Audience development intern

    Audience development intern

    The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for an Audience development intern.

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    Second stage of prisoner exchange with Russia: 300 more Ukrainians – HOME #shorts

    Second stage of prisoner exchange with Russia: 300 more Ukrainians – HOME #shorts

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    Ukrainian drone blitz hits Russian aircraft repair plant in occupied Crimea, SBU says

    Ukrainian drone blitz hits Russian aircraft repair plant in occupied Crimea, SBU says

    The long-range drones hit the production workshops of the Yevpatoria Aircraft Repair Plant, located in western Crimea, as well as two Pantsir-S2 systems near a Russian military airfield in Dzhankoi, which sits in the peninsula's northeast, according …
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    Assistant Editor for National Desk

    Assistant Editor for National Desk

    The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for an Assistant Editor for National Desk.

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    At least 2 killed, 8 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over the past day

    At least 2 killed, 8 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over the past day

    Russian forces launched 141 different types of drones against Ukraine overnight.

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    General Staff: Russia has lost around 1,271,350 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

    General Staff: Russia has lost around 1,271,350 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

    The number includes 950 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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    EU ambassadors reject fast-track Ukraine accession plan

    EU ambassadors reject fast-track Ukraine accession plan

    EU ambassadors on March 5 pushed back against a proposal to fast-track Ukraine's entry into the European Union, rejecting a European Commission idea known as "reverse enlargement," Politico reported.

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    'Taking hostages and stealing money' — Sybiha says Hungary detained Ukrainian banks employees with cash shipments

    'Taking hostages and stealing money' — Sybiha says Hungary detained Ukrainian banks employees with cash shipments

    "We are talking about Hungary taking hostages and stealing money. If this is the “force” announced earlier today by Mr. Orban, then this is a force of a criminal gang. This is state terrorism and racketeering," Sybiha wrote in a statement on March 5. …

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    Reforms Underway in Lyut Assault Brigade

    Recently, a number of reforms took place within the Lyut Assault Brigade of the National Police of Ukraine. On February 2, 2026, it was announced that the Safari Assault Regiment,…

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    Fox News mislabels Ukrainian Shahed-drone intercept footage as part of American ‘high-tech arsenal’ destroying Iranian drones

    Fox News mislabels Ukrainian Shahed-drone intercept footage as part of American ‘high-tech arsenal’ destroying Iranian drones

    U.S. media outlet Fox News aired footage of a Ukrainian interceptor drone destroying a Shahed-type drone but presented the video as showing American drones countering Iranian drones in the Middle East, Ukrainian drone manufacturer Wild Hornets said. …
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    US joins Russia, China in opposing IAEA resolution condemning attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure

    US joins Russia, China in opposing IAEA resolution condemning attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure

    The U.S. voted against a resolution condemning attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure during a meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors on March 5, joining Russia, China, and Niger in opposing the measure.

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    Putin’s new decree restates Russia’s 2.4 million army cap, Ukraine says

    According to a Kremlin decree, the authorized strength of Russia’s Armed Forces now stands at 2,391,770 people, including 1,502,640 service members. But officials in Ukraine say Putin didn’t actually increase anything.

    Officially, Russian media on …

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    Is Ukraine saving America from "Shaheds"? Pentagon admits helplessness against Iranian drones

    Is Ukraine saving America from "Shaheds"? Pentagon admits helplessness against Iranian drones

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    'Tinder for the labor market' — How Ukraine is trying to fix a critical shortage

    'Tinder for the labor market' — How Ukraine is trying to fix a critical shortage

    Since Dmytro Volynets studied mechanical engineering at university over a decade ago, he's worked in retail, call centers, and on a warehouse floor.

    Unable to join the army due to a spine injury, the 35-year-old has struggled to find a coherent career …

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    Ukraine war latest: 200 Ukrainian POWs return home in latest exchange, Zelensky says

    Ukraine war latest: 200 Ukrainian POWs return home in latest exchange, Zelensky says

    Ukraine has brought home 200 soldiers held in Russian captivity in the latest prisoners of war (POW) exchange on March 5, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced.

    The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed releasing 200 Ukrainian POWs in exchange for the …

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    Ukraine exports electricity for first time since last year

    Ukraine exports electricity for first time since last year

    Ukrenergo told the Kyiv Independent that Ukraine resumed electricity exports on March 5 for the first time since November 2025.

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    German intelligence says Kremlin is hiding the scale of Russia’s economic crisis, with the real 2025 deficit far higher than reported

    Germany’s Federal Intelligence Service (BND) says Russian authorities are concealing the real scale of the country’s economic problems. According to the BND, Russia’s actual 2025 budget deficit was far higher than official figures.

    While the Kremlin …

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    Ukraine to provide US with 'necessary resources' to counter Iranian drones, Zelensky says

    Ukraine to provide US with 'necessary resources' to counter Iranian drones, Zelensky says

    Zelensky's statement comes after the Financial Times reported on March 5, citing Ukrainain industry figures, that the Pentagon and at least one Gulf state are holding talks to purchase Ukrainian-made interceptors to counter Iranian drones.

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    Russia's transfer of 2 Ukrainian POWs to Hungary a 'provocation,' Ukraine says

    Russia's transfer of 2 Ukrainian POWs to Hungary a 'provocation,' Ukraine says

    Kyiv said it was an attempt to worsen Ukraine's relations with Hungary as part of Russia's hybrid aggression against Europe.

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    Alaska presses Trump to extend humanitarian protections for Ukrainian refugees amid labor shortage

    More than 100 of the roughly 1,000 Ukrainian refugees living in Alaska have left the state after President Donald Trump paused a temporary stay program last year.

    In January, Alaska’s Republican congressional delegation urged an extension of status …

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    No shortcuts for Ukraine's EU accession, Dutch FM says. Reforms key to progress

    No shortcuts for Ukraine's EU accession, Dutch FM says. Reforms key to progress

    Two points remain high on Ukraine's agenda: surviving the Russian onslaught and joining the European Union.

    President Volodymyr Zelensky believes the two should be tied together, with his office proposing to engrave a set date for Ukraine's EU …

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    Orban threatens force over oil dispute; Zelensky says Ukrainian army could 'speak' to one EU funds blocker

    Orban threatens force over oil dispute; Zelensky says Ukrainian army could 'speak' to one EU funds blocker

    President Volodymyr Zelensky said on March 5 he hopes the blocking of a 90 billion euro ($107 billion) European Union loan for Ukraine by "one person" will end, warning that otherwise he could give that individual's address to Ukraine's military. …
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    Strike on Russian warehouses: Ukrainian forces destroy ammunition and logistics in Donetsk region

    Strike on Russian warehouses: Ukrainian forces destroy ammunition and logistics in Donetsk region

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    More Patriot missiles used in Middle East in 3 days than in Ukraine since 2022, Zelensky says

    More Patriot missiles used in Middle East in 3 days than in Ukraine since 2022, Zelensky says

    President Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated that Ukraine is ready to provide drone interceptors in exchange for missiles, though he did not specify which countries could be involved.

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    Putin threatens to halt gas supplies to the EU ahead of schedule

    Russia could halt gas deliveries to the European market ahead of schedule and pivot to more "premium" buyers, Russian President Vladimir Putin said in an interview with VGTRK journalist Pavel Zarubin.

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    Why Trump needs Ukraine to stop Iranian drones

    Why Trump needs Ukraine to stop Iranian drones

    Editor’s note:

    We’ve started a new Iran-focused sister-publication delivering real-time reporting on the war from neighboring Armenia and Iraq.

    If you’re interested in The Counteroffensive’s human-centered perspective on the ongoing conflict with Iran, …

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Russian Ka-27 helicopter destroyed over Black Sea, Ukraine's Navy says

Russian Ka-27 helicopter destroyed over Black Sea, Ukraine's Navy says

The latest report brings up the number of Russian helicopters Ukraine says it has destroyed to 349 since the beginning of the full-scale invasion.

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Kyiv issues ULTIMATUM to ORBAN! Hungary TAKES Ukrainian POWs | Russia attacks civilian ships

Kyiv issues ULTIMATUM to ORBAN! Hungary TAKES Ukrainian POWs | Russia attacks civilian ships

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Western Stepnohirsk under Ukrainian control as Russia-linked channels cite tough conditions

Ukrainian forces have pushed Russian units back in the western part of Stepnohirsk, with Kyiv saying Moscow’s troops were forced to withdraw from previously held positions. At the same time, Russia-linked outlets are posting videos of strikes on …

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200 Ukrainian POWs return home in latest exchange, Zelensky says

200 Ukrainian POWs return home in latest exchange, Zelensky says

The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed releasing 200 Ukrainian POWs in exchange for the same number of Russian soldiers captured by Ukraine, in a swap brokered by the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates.

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Russia denies accepting security guarantees for Kyiv, contradicts Ukrainian official

Russia denies accepting security guarantees for Kyiv, contradicts Ukrainian official

Kyrylo Budanov, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's chief of staff, said on Feb. 28 that Russia would accept U.S.-backed security guarantees for Ukraine.

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Ukrainian forces advance near Hulyaipole, level front lines at Zaporizhzhia-Dnipropetrovsk regions junction

In early February 2026, Ukraine’s military halted Russian forces at the junction of the Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk regions and launched a counteroffensive.

Ukrainian troops have liberated new areas at that junction - territory Russian forces …

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91 Ukrainians face deportation after Poland's nationwide police raid

91 Ukrainians face deportation after Poland's nationwide police raid

The Ukrainian citizens are among the 147 foreigners wanted by Polish law enforcement who were detained during the raid carried out on March 2 and 3, "primarily aimed at verifying the legality of foreigners' stay."

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Russia attempts Kharkiv border breach as Ukraine repels multiple assaults

Russian forces attempted to break through Ukraine’s state border in Kharkiv region over the past 24 hours, Ukraine’s Joint Forces press service said Wednesday, March 4.

“In the South Slobozhansky direction, the enemy tried to breach the State Border …

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Conditions for sustainable peace between Russia and Ukraine

At the recent Munich Security Conference, President Volodymyr Zelensky posed a simple question: What is Putin without a war? This question is not rhetorical because the answer determines whether Europe will have an escalating war or a lasting peace. …

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At least 7 killed, 25 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 7 killed, 25 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russian forces launched 155 different types of drones against Ukraine overnight, of which roughly 100 were Shahed, the Air Force said on March 5. It reported downing 136 of them.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,270,400 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,270,400 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 900 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Putin releases two ethnic Hungarian Ukrainians to Hungary during Szijjártó’s Moscow visit

Russian president Vladimir Putin released two prisoners of war with Hungarian and Ukrainian citizenship and handed them over to Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto during a meeting in Moscow on Wednesday, March 4.

Putin claimed the men had …

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Trilateral peace talks on hold as Ukraine waits for US, Zelensky says

Trilateral peace talks on hold as Ukraine waits for US, Zelensky says

Trilateral peace talks between Ukraine, Russia, and the U.S. are on hold due to the war between Washington and Tehran, President Volodymyr Zelensky said March 4.

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NATO and EU united thanks to Ukraine, – Tom Brewer #shorts

NATO and EU united thanks to Ukraine, – Tom Brewer #shorts

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Tom Brewer: Ukrainian army is keeping an INCREDIBLE pace #shorts

Tom Brewer: Ukrainian army is keeping an INCREDIBLE pace #shorts

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Ukrainian drones strike Uralchem ammonium nitrate plant in Russia’s Kirov region

Drones that closely resembled Ukraine’s AN-196 “Liutyi” model attacked the Uralchem plant in the city of Kirovo-Chepetsk, the Kirov region. News of the incident emerged on Wednesday, March 4.

Regional governor Alexander Sokolov confirmed the attack …

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"Like World War I and II combined": US Senator Tom Brewer shocked by Ukraine war

"Like World War I and II combined": US Senator Tom Brewer shocked by Ukraine war

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History of Coastal Defense Forces in Ukraine

Coastal defense troops were a branch of the Naval Forces tasked with protecting naval bases, ports, and key sections of the coastline from enemy ships and amphibious landings. A separate…

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Ukrainian drones reportedly damage at least five Russian warships in Novorossiysk

At least five Russian Navy vessels were damaged in an overnight drone attack on Novorossiysk from March 1 to 2, the Telegram channel “Dossier Shpiona” reported.

The anti-submarine ships Yeysk and Kasimov were among those struck, according to the …

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Ukraine war latest: 3 Russian ships hit, 3 sailors killed in Ukrainian strike on Black Sea port, SBU source says

Ukraine war latest: 3 Russian ships hit, 3 sailors killed in Ukrainian strike on Black Sea port, SBU source says

Key developments on March 4:

  • 3 Russian ships hit, 3 sailors killed in Ukrainian strike on Black Sea port, SBU source says
  • Russia continues to escalate drone attacks on passenger trains, railway infrastructure
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RUSSIANS IN PANIC! Ukrainian forces left them without air defense and drones in one stroke

RUSSIANS IN PANIC! Ukrainian forces left them without air defense and drones in one stroke

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Exclusive: Inside Ukrainian skeleton racer's disqualification from Olympics

Exclusive: Inside Ukrainian skeleton racer's disqualification from Olympics

The Kyiv Independent’s Kateryna Hodunova speaks with Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych, who was disqualified from the Olympic Games for wearing a helmet honoring 24 Ukrainian athletes killed in Russia’s war.

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'Bratislava shooting itself in the foot,' says Kyiv, as Slovakia walks away from emergency electricity imports to Ukraine

'Bratislava shooting itself in the foot,' says Kyiv, as Slovakia walks away from emergency electricity imports to Ukraine

"Ukraine purchases the electricity and does not receive it for free. So the Fico government will simply deprive Slovak companies of earnings, while Ukraine will receive this electricity from other sources," Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhiy …
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Zelensky orders development of support plan for Middle East allies hit by Iran strikes

Zelensky orders development of support plan for Middle East allies hit by Iran strikes

"Our military has the necessary capabilities. Ukrainian experts will work on site, and teams are already negotiating this," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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Ukraine foils Russia’s Zaporizhzhia plans with advances on the Dnipropetrovsk-Zaporizhzhia regions border

Ukraine’s military has pushed Russian troops back from several positions along the border of Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions, putting Moscow’s plans to establish a staging ground for an assault on Zaporizhzhia in jeopardy.

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It is time to sanction Rosatom and target Russia's military core

It is time to sanction Rosatom and target Russia's military core

For four years, Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom has remained a huge "elephant in the room" as no country, except Ukraine, has imposed a comprehensive package of sanctions against it.

Rosatom continues to supply enriched uranium and fuel …

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Russian Mi-8 helicopter shot down by air defenses in Rostov region, three crew members killed

A Russian Defense Ministry Mi-8 helicopter was shot down overnight on March 4 in the Rostov region while air defenses were operating, the Telegram channel Astra reported, citing its own sources. Three crew members were killed.

According to Astra, the …

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LIVE | CAN THEY REPEAT IT? Will there be a NEW OFFENSIVE on Ukraine from Belarus?

LIVE | CAN THEY REPEAT IT? Will there be a NEW OFFENSIVE on Ukraine from Belarus?

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Russia accuses Ukraine of drone attack on Russian LNG carrier near Malta

Russia’s Transport Ministry has confirmed an attack on a Russian gas carrier in the Mediterranean Sea.

The Arctic Metagaz, which was sailing from Murmansk “with cargo documented in full compliance with international rules,” was attacked on March 3 …

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Ukraine hits Russian minesweeper Valentin Pikul, 'severely' damages 2 anti-submarine ships, SBU source says

Ukraine hits Russian minesweeper Valentin Pikul, 'severely' damages 2 anti-submarine ships, SBU source says

"There are no 'protected areas' for Russian military facilities," a source in the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) told the Kyiv Independent.

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US wipes out Iran's fleet, Israel strikes NUCLEAR BUNKER | Russia continues terror against Ukraine

US wipes out Iran's fleet, Israel strikes NUCLEAR BUNKER | Russia continues terror against Ukraine

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Ukraine's experience priceless as Iran war sees long-range strike drones go global

Ukraine's experience priceless as Iran war sees long-range strike drones go global

The Trump administration's move to launch a large-scale strike operation in Iran has seen state-on-state war return to the Middle East with a vengeance.

Hours after the first U.S. and Israeli strikes began hitting the country on Feb. 28, Tehran — …

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Putin to host Hungary's FM to discuss Budapest-Kyiv rift over Druzhba pipeline

Putin to host Hungary's FM to discuss Budapest-Kyiv rift over Druzhba pipeline

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov backed Slovakia and Hungary in the dispute over the Druzhba oil pipeline, accusing Ukraine of "blackmail."

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,269,500 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,269,500 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 980 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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At least 3 killed, 30 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 3 killed, 30 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 149 drones at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said, reporting that Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 129.

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"Ukraine is an ENEMY"? Orbán's scandalous statement #shorts

"Ukraine is an ENEMY"? Orbán's scandalous statement #shorts

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Ukrainian ATACMS analog – FP-7 reaches enemy targets 200km away!

Ukrainian ATACMS analog – FP-7 reaches enemy targets 200km away!

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Ukrainian Security Service thwarts FSB bid to infiltrate Kharkiv territorial recruitment center, detains alleged agent

Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) says it detained an alleged FSB agent who tried to get a job at a Territorial Recruitment Center in the Kharkiv region to gather information on Ukrainian service members and pass it to Russia’s security services. …

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Zelensky says Hungary ties could be restored if Orban loses April election

Ukraine and Hungary can rebuild their relationship if Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s ruling Fidesz party loses April’s parliamentary elections, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said in an interview with Italy’s Corriere della Sera.

“I believe …

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Ukraine War Latest: Ukrainian forces liberate 9 eastern settlements as Russian troops face Starlink disruptions

Ukraine War Latest: Ukrainian forces liberate 9 eastern settlements as Russian troops face Starlink disruptions

  • Ukrainian forces liberate 9 eastern settlements as Russian troops face Starlink disruptions, Ukraine's military says
  • As Ukrainian regions start preparing for next winter, Kyiv lags behind
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Former Head of State Border Guard Serhii Deineko mobilized, media reports

Former Head of State Border Guard Serhii Deineko mobilized, media reports

Former Head of Ukraine's State Border Guard Service, Serhii Deineko, has been mobilized and will lead the Luhansk Border Guard Detachment, Ukrainian media outlet Hromadske reported on March 3.

Serhiy Deineko, who headed the State Border Guard from …

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Trailing in polls, Orban goes all-in on Ukraine

Trailing in polls, Orban goes all-in on Ukraine

Facing a real chance of defeat in the April parliamentary elections, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban can’t stop talking about President Volodymyr Zelensky and Ukraine.

Just in the past few weeks, the Hungarian strongman called the war-torn …

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Ukrainian Forces push Russian troops back near five settlements, DeepState says

Ukraine’s Defense Forces have pushed Russian troops back near Zlahoda, Novohryhorivka, Novonikolaivka, Stepne and Ternove, according to the open-source analysis project DeepState. Since the start of the day, 52 attacks have been recorded, along with …

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Syrskyi says interceptor drones downed over 70% of Shaheds around Kyiv in February

Despite challenging weather and a shortage of munitions, Ukraine has maintained the effectiveness of its short-range air defenses, the country’s commander-in-chief said.

In February, more than 70% of Russian Shahed attack drones over Kyiv and …

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'They are the same evil' — Ukrainian lawmaker appeals to Trump after Iran comments

'They are the same evil' — Ukrainian lawmaker appeals to Trump after Iran comments

A Ukrainian lawmaker has urged Donald Trump to recognise that Russia and Iran "represent the same evil," after the U.S. president once again criticized Ukraine whilst commenting on the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

Kyiv was among the first …

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Chart of the week: Russia lost more territory than it gained for the first time since 2023

Chart of the week: Russia lost more territory than it gained for the first time since 2023

Russia lost more territory than it gained in February for the first time since Ukraine's failed counteroffensive in 2023, according to independent Finnish open-source intelligence collective Black Bird Group.

Russia lost 37 km² on balance last month, …

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What to do if you spot an Iranian Shahed drone

What to do if you spot an Iranian Shahed drone

A feeling familiar to millions of Ukrainians was suddenly experienced across the Middle East over the weekend — the terror caused by Shahed drones flying overhead and smashing into buildings.

Footage flooded social media as Iran launched drones and …

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UKRAINE WILL STRIKE BELARUS in case of PROVOCATION #shorts

UKRAINE WILL STRIKE BELARUS in case of PROVOCATION #shorts

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As Ukrainian regions start preparing for next winter, Kyiv lags behind

As Ukrainian regions start preparing for next winter, Kyiv lags behind

Regional leaders and mayors met with President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv on March 3 to approve plans for the upcoming winter. The National Security and Defense Council soon approved all plans, except the one meant for Kyiv.

Each regional plan …

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Ukrainian Institute of America to host a Ukraine tech conference

Ukrainian Institute of America to host a Ukraine tech conference

The Ukrainian Institute of America (UIA) will convene technology innovators, defense experts, investors, policymakers, and scholars for a conference examining Ukraine’s emergence as a global driver of technological innovation under wartime …

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Ukrainian Defense Minister launches audit of combat losses, expands role of private air defense groups

Ukraine’s Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov announced a comprehensive audit of combat losses among service members. According to him, a detailed review of every loss on the battlefield is getting underway.

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Ukraine will not withdraw from Donbas or trade territory, Zelensky says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told Italy’s Corriere della Sera Ukraine has no intention of leaving Donbas - or the roughly 200,000 people who live there — despite Russian pressure and proposals to trade territory in peace negotiations. He …

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Russia 'deliberately and brutally' execute 337 Ukrainian POWs by end of 2025, ombudsman says

Russia 'deliberately and brutally' execute 337 Ukrainian POWs by end of 2025, ombudsman says

"Russia has turned torture into state policy and uses it as a weapon," Ukraine's Human Rights Ombudsman, Dmytro Lubinets, said.

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Budanov says Russia agreed to U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine during Geneva talks

Representatives of the Russian delegation during the most recent round of three-way negotiations in Geneva stated outright that they would accept the security guarantees the United States provides to Ukraine, said the head of the President’s Office …

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SECRET DEAL WITH MOSCOW? Orban and Fico go all-in against Ukraine and all of Europe

SECRET DEAL WITH MOSCOW? Orban and Fico go all-in against Ukraine and all of Europe

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Zelensky says a war in Iran could affect arms supplies to Ukraine

A prolonged war in the Middle East could affect arms deliveries to Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky said while answering Deutsche Welle (DW) questions during a WhatsApp chat with journalists on Monday, March 2.

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How Trump’s war gives Putin’s war machine a chance

How Trump’s war gives Putin’s war machine a chance

Editor’s Note: We’ve launched a new Iran-centered publication where we’re providing up-to-the-minute coverage of the war from neighboring Armenia.

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Russia controls ONLY 21% of Ukraine. Will there be an INVASION OF EUROPE? #shorts

Russia controls ONLY 21% of Ukraine. Will there be an INVASION OF EUROPE? #shorts

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Putin, Orban discuss Hungarians in Ukraine's army captured by Russia, Kremlin says

Putin, Orban discuss Hungarians in Ukraine's army captured by Russia, Kremlin says

Orban held a phone call with Putin amid an escalating spat between Kyiv and Budapest.

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Ukrainian paratroopers advance after Oleksandivka breakthrough, liberate nine Donbas villages

A breakthrough on the Oleksandivka axis is turning into a sustained offensive phase as restricted access to Starlink complicates Russian command and control, Ukraine’s military says.

Following a previously confirmed breach of Russian lines on the …

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STRIKES on Russian oil ARE NOT ENOUGH FOR Ukraine's VICTORY! What should Europe do? #shorts

STRIKES on Russian oil ARE NOT ENOUGH FOR Ukraine's VICTORY! What should Europe do? #shorts

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Ukrainian forces liberate 9 eastern settlements as Russian troops face Starlink disruptions, Ukraine's military says

Ukrainian forces liberate 9 eastern settlements as Russian troops face Starlink disruptions, Ukraine's military says

"Three additional settlements in the area have been fully cleared of Russian troops, while fighting continues for several more," the statement read.

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Syrskyi says Ukraine held firm in winter campaign, inflicting heavy Russian losses and regaining territory

Over the three winter months, Russia lost more than 92,000 troops killed and wounded, while Ukraine, for the first time in a long period, regained more territory than it lost - a hard-fought “battle for winter” that Ukraine endured, according to …

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Ukraine receives IMF cash cushion as huge funding gap remains unsolved

Ukraine receives IMF cash cushion as huge funding gap remains unsolved

The IMF gave the green light to a new four-year lending agreement last week, days after Hungary stalled a European loan of 90 billion euros ($105 billion) intended to cover a large share of Ukraine's defense and budgetary needs through 2027. Without …
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At least 6 killed, 35 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 6 killed, 35 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 136 drones at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said, reporting that Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 127 unmanned aircraft. At least five drones evaded defenses and struck three locations. Fallen debris was recorded in three …
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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,268,520 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,268,520 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 790 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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IPC bars Ukrainian team from wearing uniform with map of Ukraine at Winter Paralympics

IPC bars Ukrainian team from wearing uniform with map of Ukraine at Winter Paralympics

The International Paralympic Committee barred Ukraine’s Paralympic team from wearing their ceremonial uniform for the upcoming Winter Games, saying the design featuring a map of Ukraine was political, according to National Paralympic Committee …
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Macron unveils expansion of France’s nuclear arsenal, opens door to European deterrence cooperation

Macron unveils expansion of France’s nuclear arsenal, opens door to European deterrence cooperation

Speaking at the L’Île Longue naval base in northwestern France — home to the country’s ballistic missile submarines — Macron argued that Europe must assume a more autonomous role in its own defense amid Russia’s war against Ukraine and shifting U.S. …
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Zelensky backs Trump’s Iran war — but Ukraine may see little in return

Zelensky backs Trump’s Iran war — but Ukraine may see little in return

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was one of the first world leaders to back the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, which started on Feb. 28.

For Ukraine, the choice was logical: Iran is a Kremlin ally that has backed Russia's aggression …

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The West is HELPLESS against Iranian drones! Ukraine to TEACH the Middle East how to close the sky

The West is HELPLESS against Iranian drones! Ukraine to TEACH the Middle East how to close the sky

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Ukraine War Latest: Ukraine captured more territory than it lost to Russia over February 2026, Syrskyi says

Ukraine War Latest: Ukraine captured more territory than it lost to Russia over February 2026, Syrskyi says

Key Developments on March 2:

  • Ukraine captured more territory than it lost to Russia over February 2026, Syrskyi says
  • US deploys LUCAS kamikaze drones against Iran 'for first time in combat'
  • 70% of Ukrainians skeptical US-Ukraine-Russia talks will bring …
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Ukrainians who fled war find themselves facing new uncertainty in the Middle East

Ukrainians who fled war find themselves facing new uncertainty in the Middle East

Ukrainians in Dubai and elsewhere in the UAE said Middle East airspace closures and security fears have revived the anxieties they fled at home, leaving some stranded as Kyiv seeks assurances for their protection. Pol

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300-500 KM — THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING! Ukrainian missiles BREAKING Russia's rear

300-500 KM — THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING! Ukrainian missiles BREAKING Russia's rear

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'This issue concerns us' — Zelensky warns Middle East war could strain Ukraine air defense supplies

'This issue concerns us' — Zelensky warns Middle East war could strain Ukraine air defense supplies

Zelensky said Ukraine has seen no signs of a PAC-3 interceptor shortage so far, but warned that a prolonged Middle East war and intense fighting could strain air defense supplies.

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Zelensky proposes sending Ukrainian drone experts to Middle East in ceasefire push

Zelensky proposes sending Ukrainian drone experts to Middle East in ceasefire push

"I would suggest the following: leaders of the Middle East have great relations with Russians. They can ask Russians to implement a month-long ceasefire," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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Any comparison of the US-Iran conflict to the Russia-Ukraine war is ignorant

Any comparison of the US-Iran conflict to the Russia-Ukraine war is ignorant

As President Donald Trump ordered U.S. forces to begin their assault on Iran, David Hearst, the editor-in-chief of the Middle East Eye, a Qatari-funded, Al Jazeera offshoot, declared, "There is a chilling but uncanny resemblance in the way Donald …

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War has drained Ukraine’s workforce, but women and veterans are stepping in to fill the void

War has drained Ukraine’s workforce, but women and veterans are stepping in to fill the void

A new Helvetas and State Employment Service assessment says Ukraine can ease wartime labor shortages by retraining women and veterans, modernizing workplaces, and recognizing military skills as qualifications.

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LIVE | NEW PHASE OF WAR: Ukraine tests "FLAMINGO" relative missile and scales up DRONE PRODUCTION

LIVE | NEW PHASE OF WAR: Ukraine tests "FLAMINGO" relative missile and scales up DRONE PRODUCTION

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'Clearing up the mess' — Ukraine's oil and gas giant gets new supervisory board

'Clearing up the mess' — Ukraine's oil and gas giant gets new supervisory board

The new board comes amid a renewed push to reform Ukraine’s state-owned enterprises, which dominate the energy, banking, and infrastructure sectors.

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Ukraine, US shortlist investment projects worth over $1.2 billion for groundbreaking reconstruction fund

Ukraine, US shortlist investment projects worth over $1.2 billion for groundbreaking reconstruction fund

The U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund narrowed down the candidates after sifting through 138 submissions, Ukraine’s Economy Ministry announced on March 2.

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DEEP IN THE REAR: Ukraine reaches strategic Russian port #shorts

DEEP IN THE REAR: Ukraine reaches strategic Russian port #shorts

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Ukrainian military urge foreign residents to join the Armed Forces to earn the right to live in Ukraine

Ukrainian military are advising foreigners who obtain residency in Ukraine, run businesses and start families to join the Armed Forces. In doing so, they say, those foreigners would earn the right to remain in the country they have chosen to live in. …

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Ukrainian military expert warns Russians to brace for widespread power outages as Ukraine expands strikes in 2026

Residents of Russia’s border regions are being urged to prepare for major power disruptions. The days when Russia could strike Ukraine’s energy system with impunity are over, a Ukrainian analyst says.

Odesa-based military expert Alexander Kovalenko …

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Ukraine captured more territory than it lost to Russia over Febraury 2026, Syrskyi says

Ukraine captured more territory than it lost to Russia over Febraury 2026, Syrskyi says

The claim came amid a slowdown in Russian advances on most parts of the front line over winter.

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With slow progress on battlefield, Russia shifts to terror and sabotage in Ukraine

With slow progress on battlefield, Russia shifts to terror and sabotage in Ukraine

Over the course of 48 hours last week, three explosions targeting Ukrainian police officers in different cities raised the prospect of a chilling new front in Russia’s campaign of terror against civilians.

On Feb. 22, two explosions hit the western …

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Is Ukraine entering the "game" in the Middle East? Britain asks Kyiv for assistance.

Is Ukraine entering the "game" in the Middle East? Britain asks Kyiv for assistance.

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Ukrainian paratroopers claim breakthrough on the Oleksandrivka axis in Donbas

A breakthrough on the Oleksandrivka axis derailed plans by Russian units to advance, Ukraine’s Air Assault Forces said. Ukrainian paratroopers created conditions for further tactical gains.

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US deploys LUCAS attack drones against Iran 'for first time in combat'

US deploys LUCAS attack drones against Iran 'for first time in combat'

The U.S. launched a series of strikes against Iran as part of Operation Epic Fury, carried out jointly with Israel.

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Drone attack ignites Sheskharis oil terminal in Novorossiysk, a key Russian export hub

Novorossiysk came under a drone attack overnight on March 2, igniting the Sheskharis oil terminal, one of the country’s largest export facilities and a site with strategic significance, The Moscow Times reported.

A series of blasts rattled the Black …

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70% of Ukrainians skeptical US-Ukraine-Russia talks will bring lasting peace, poll shows

70% of Ukrainians skeptical US-Ukraine-Russia talks will bring lasting peace, poll shows

Only 25% of respondents said they rather believe in the talks' potential success, while 5% remained undecided, according to a poll by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS).

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Zelensky says Ukraine will share air-defense expertise amid Middle East conflict

Ukraine will share its air-defense experience with partners amid the conflict in the Middle East, President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his nightly video address on Sunday, March 1.

“From the situation in the Middle East, you can see how difficult it …

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War Beyond Borders: How Does It Echo Across Europe?

We know very well how the war has affected Ukrainians’ views. We know how their trust in various institutions (the President, the government, the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the police) and in one another has changed, and how the importance of …

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At least 9 killed, 19 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 9 killed, 19 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 94 drones at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said, reporting that Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 84 unmanned aircraft.

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Between Security and Memory: Ukraine in the Political Rhetoric of Polish President Karol Nawrocki

​​In recent years, support has been growing worldwide for political forces that appeal to national sovereignty, historical memory, and the protection of domestic interests. Poland has not been an exception to this broader trend.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,267,730 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,267,730 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 960 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Ukrainian drones reportedly strike major oil terminal in southern Russia's Novorossiysk

Ukrainian drones reportedly strike major oil terminal in southern Russia's Novorossiysk

Ukrainian drones struck an oil terminal, leaving fires in the southern Russian port city of Novorossiysk overnight on March 2, Telegram news channel Astra reported.

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Launch of the NEW UKRAINIAN BALLISTICS FP7! #shorts

Launch of the NEW UKRAINIAN BALLISTICS FP7! #shorts

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FIRST LAUNCH OF FP7! Will the new Ukrainian ballistics reach the Urals?

FIRST LAUNCH OF FP7! Will the new Ukrainian ballistics reach the Urals?

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Ukraine's air defense expertise 'irreplaceable,' Zelensky says as escalating Middle East war draws in Europe

Ukraine's air defense expertise 'irreplaceable,' Zelensky says as escalating Middle East war draws in Europe

"We are not joining these strikes, but we will continue with our defensive actions in the region," U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said. "And we will also bring experts from Ukraine, together with our own experts, to help Gulf partners shoot down …
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I am a Ukrainian doctor working 7.5 km from the front line: her story #shorts

I am a Ukrainian doctor working 7.5 km from the front line: her story #shorts

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Russia's war is erasing Kostiantynivka's Soviet-era mosaics — this is why it matters

Russia's war is erasing Kostiantynivka's Soviet-era mosaics — this is why it matters

The mosaics covering the facades of factories, cultural centers, and apartment blocks across eastern Ukraine were designed with a specific kind of permanence in mind. They survived the Soviet collapse, the chaos of the 1990s, and decades of …

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Ukraine war latest: Ukraine hits Russia' S-300 air defense radars in series of strikes

Ukraine war latest: Ukraine hits Russia' S-300 air defense radars in series of strikes

Key developments on Feb. 28-March 1:

  • Ukraine hits Russia' S-300 air defense radars in series of strikes, shows footage
  • 'Ukrainians made it through,' Zelensky says on toughest winter of Russia's invasion
  • Russia would accept security guarantees for …

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‘Russia is acting like a mafia’: Zelensky urges Europe to seize tankers from Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on Western partners to confiscate oil from detained tankers belonging to Russia’s “shadow fleet.” He said Russia is behaving like a mafia organization and should face a tough response.

Zelensky posted his …

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At least 6 killed, 28 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 6 killed, 28 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 123 drones at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 110 drones.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,266,770 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,266,770 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 870 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Kurt Volker: “The coalition of the willing” must enter Ukraine now – there is no time for hesitation

Kurt Volker: “The coalition of the willing” must enter Ukraine now – there is no time for hesitation

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Ghana says 55 citizens killed in Ukraine war, vows crackdown on Russian recruitment of Africans

At least 55 Ghanaian citizens have been killed in fighting in Ukraine, Ghana’s Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said Friday, February 27. He vowed to combat Russia’s illegal recruitment of Africans.

Ablakwa visited Kyiv this week to discuss …

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Ukraine’s Mirage 2000s seen striking Russian positions with AASM Hammer bombs for the first time

French-supplied Mirage-2000 fighter jets have begun flying combat missions along the front line, according to footage shared by pilots from Ukraine’s Air Force. In the video clip, a jet roars over the person filming and releases two munitions toward …

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Zelensky says Iran chose to be Putin's accomplice in war on Ukraine

Iran’s regime has chosen to be Vladimir Putin’s accomplice by supplying Russia with weapons for its war against Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky said, adding that fast-moving events in the Middle East are a chance for the Iranian people. …

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Russia would accept security guarantees for Ukraine, Budanov says

Russia would accept security guarantees for Ukraine, Budanov says

"At past negotiations, the Russian side directly said that they would accept the security guarantees offered to Ukraine by the U.S.," the head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, said on Feb. 28.

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Ukraine improves ballistic missile defense with after-action reviews and considers domestic PAC-3 missile production

Ukraine’s Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov says the country’s air defenses have adopted an After Action Review process and digital analysis of Russian strikes - steps he hopes will boost performance. Kyiv is also moving to develop domestic …

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Norway has provided Ukraine with more than ten NASAMS systems! #shorts

Norway has provided Ukraine with more than ten NASAMS systems! #shorts

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Ukraine disables Belarus mesh network guiding Russian Shahed drones

Ukraine has disabled a mesh network in Belarus that Russia used to coordinate “Shahed” attack drones along the northern axis, a move officials say strengthens defenses around Kyiv and the country’s central regions and cuts key Russian communications …

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Zelensky invites Fico to Kyiv as Druzhba pipeline halt fuels regional tensions

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.

The president’s office announced the call on Friday, February 27, on its Telegram channel, adding: “The president invites him to Ukraine to discuss all …

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47% of American companies in Ukraine have been affected by Russia's actions #shorts

47% of American companies in Ukraine have been affected by Russia's actions #shorts

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Why is the world silent? 47% of U.S. businesses in Ukraine were attacked by RF – economic terrorism!

Why is the world silent? 47% of U.S. businesses in Ukraine were attacked by RF – economic terrorism!

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Zelensky: Norwegian-made NASAMS are crucial to defending Ukraine's skies

Norwegian-made NASAMS air defense systems are playing a major role in protecting Ukraine’s airspace, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

According to Zelensky, the Ukrainian armed forces already operate more than 10 NASAMS batteries, and Ukraine …

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Former UK PM Rishi Sunak named adviser to Zelensky on Ukraine’s economic recovery

Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has been appointed an adviser to the Ukrainian government on economic recovery, according to documents published Friday, February 27, on the UK government’s website.

Sunak has taken on, without pay, an advisory …

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Tatarstan burns, Moscow on alert: Ukrainian missiles and drones are even more accurate in 2026

Tatarstan burns, Moscow on alert: Ukrainian missiles and drones are even more accurate in 2026

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Ukrainian forces hit Russian division’s forward command post and logistics hubs in Donetsk, Kherson and Belgorod

Ukraine’s military says it has struck a forward command post of a Russian division, a number of logistics facilities, and concentrations of occupying forces, reported the Ukrainian General Staff.

Overnight, a fuel and lubricants depot belonging to a …

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Ukrainian airborne troops breach Russian defenses on the Oleksandrivka axis

In early February 2026, Ukraine’s Armed Forces (AFU) launched a counteroffensive at the junction of Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions.

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Wake up, they're bombing Iran

Wake up, they're bombing Iran

Editor’s Note: We’ve been planning around this for weeks. One of our reporters is right now on a plane headed towards the region to provide coverage of the Iran situation.

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Kyiv: Ukraine backs Iranian people, condemns Tehran regime

Ukraine voiced support for the Iranian people amid an escalation in the region and accused Tehran’s leadership of terror and repression, the Foreign Ministry (MFA) said in a statement published Saturday, February 28.

“The Iranian regime, which has …

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WAR IN THE MIDDLE EAST: The US and Israel STRUCK Iran. UKRAINE issued a statement.

WAR IN THE MIDDLE EAST: The US and Israel STRUCK Iran. UKRAINE issued a statement.

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Russia has been preparing for WAR with Ukraine for 30 YEARS! #shorts

Russia has been preparing for WAR with Ukraine for 30 YEARS! #shorts

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Ukraine sanctions Russian postal services delivering to occupied territories, Zelensky says

Ukraine sanctions Russian postal services delivering to occupied territories, Zelensky says

Among the companies sanctioned are Russian DPD service and Freightlink, joint-stock companies registered in Russia, according to a document attached to a decree published on the Office's website, signed by Zelensky on Feb. 27.

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Russia condemns US attack on its ally Iran as 'unprovoked act of aggression'

Russia condemns US attack on its ally Iran as 'unprovoked act of aggression'

Russia and Iran have deepened cooperation in recent years, with Tehran supplying drones and other military equipment used by Russian forces in the war against Ukraine.

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Ukraine voices support for US-led strikes against Iran

Ukraine voices support for US-led strikes against Iran

"The reason for the current events is precisely the violence and arbitrariness of the Iranian regime, in particular the murders and repressions against peaceful protesters, which have become particularly large-scale in recent months," the Foreign …
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Reporter's notebook: What a factory says about Ukraine’s economy

Reporter's notebook: What a factory says about Ukraine’s economy

The western part of war-torn Ukraine lies in the space between normalcy and reality. More tourists, more construction, more skiing. Fewer air raids, fewer blackouts, fewer speeding khaki pickup trucks.

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At least 4 killed, 25 injured in Russian attacks against Ukraine over past day

At least 4 killed, 25 injured in Russian attacks against Ukraine over past day

Russian troops launched an Iskander-M ballistic missile and 105 drones of various types, including about 60 Shahed drones, the Air Force said on Feb. 28. It reported downing 96 drones in the north, south, and east of the country.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,265,900 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,265,900 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 770 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Ukraine's Flamingo manufacturer unveils new FP-7 ballistic missile in launch test video

Ukraine's Flamingo manufacturer unveils new FP-7 ballistic missile in launch test video

The FP-7 tactical ballistic missile has a range of up to 200 kilometers (124 miles) and carries a combat load of 150 kilograms (about 330 pounds), according to the Ukrainian defense firm Fire Point.

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Russia Is DONE: Flamingo proves Ukraine is winning the LONG GAME

Russia Is DONE: Flamingo proves Ukraine is winning the LONG GAME

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“They are like a mini-orchestra” — talking to heavenphetamine, psych band from Tokyo on Ukraine tour, about music and war

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UKRAINE, KHARKIV — People I’m talking to about heavenphetamine’s music at the Druk venue in the old center of Kharkiv are, in general, of three types: hardcore fans of the band, friends of hardcore fans, and people who were seduced by a Kontrabas …

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Who killed Andriy Portnov, and why?

Who killed Andriy Portnov, and why?

Andriy Portnov, a former Ukrainian top official, was gunned down in Madrid on May 21, 2025.

The Spanish police reported on Feb. 25, 2026, that a suspect in Portnov's murder had been arrested in the German town of Heinsberg. The motives of the killing, …

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We've overestimated Russia for too long

We've overestimated Russia for too long

The recent anniversary of Russia's expanded invasion, which is now stretching into its fifth year, is as good a time as any to take stock of the state of the war itself.

For Ukraine, the fighting remains existential, and it is Ukrainians themselves …

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Ukraine war latest: Zelensky sees 'window for peace' as Fedorov pushes Defense Ministry shake-up

Ukraine war latest: Zelensky sees 'window for peace' as Fedorov pushes Defense Ministry shake-up

Key developments on Feb. 27

  • Zelensky sees 'window' for peace deal before US midterms
  • Flamingo threat triggers unprecedented missile alert across Russia, 1 claimed shot down
  • From Starlink to 'digital officers,' Fedorov on first month as Ukraine's new …
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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,265,130 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,265,130 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 1,280 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Ukraine secures $8.1 billion IMF lifeline as funding gaps loom

Ukraine secures $8.1 billion IMF lifeline as funding gaps loom

Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko welcomed the IMF decision, saying that, "It is very important for us that in the fifth year of full-scale war, amidst systematic attacks on the energy sector, Ukraine has guaranteed international financial support …
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Ukrainian missile strike on Russia's Belgorod Oblast leaves outages, officials claim

Ukrainian missile strike on Russia's Belgorod Oblast leaves outages, officials claim

Ukraine struck the Russian city of Belgorod and a surrounding district with missiles, leaving outages, Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov claimed overnight on Feb. 27.

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Orban's election campaign strategy — blackmail EU, Ukraine over Russian oil and hope for a fight

Orban's election campaign strategy — blackmail EU, Ukraine over Russian oil and hope for a fight

On Feb. 26, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban was feeling adventurous, sending two letters — one to Brussels, another one to Kyiv — with a set of demands.

The intended target audience for both, however, were not EU and Ukrainian officials, but the …

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Fact-check: No, Ukraine's attack on Russian oil pumping station is not an 'attack on NATO'

Fact-check: No, Ukraine's attack on Russian oil pumping station is not an 'attack on NATO'

Ukraine did not just attack a NATO member this week — despite efforts by some to frame its strike on a Russian oil hub that way.

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68th Jaeger Brigade becomes part of Air Assault Troops

The 68th Jaeger Brigade of the Ukrainian Ground Forces, previously part of the 9th Army Corps, has been transferred to the Air Assault Forces and will be reorganized into the…

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Ukraine War Latest: More than 90,000 Ukrainians officially missing due to Russia's war, commissioner says

Ukraine War Latest: More than 90,000 Ukrainians officially missing due to Russia's war, commissioner says

Key developments on Feb. 26:

  • More than 90,000 Ukrainians officially missing due to Russia's war, commissioner says
  • Ukraine might have a new Flamingo missile deep strike strategy, experts say
  • Russia, Ukraine agree on body exchange, 1,000 fallen …
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115 battles per day: UKRAINIAN General Staff reveals details of strategic defeat of occupiers!

115 battles per day: UKRAINIAN General Staff reveals details of strategic defeat of occupiers!

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Film awards race shows what stories about war West prefers to hear

Film awards race shows what stories about war West prefers to hear

Two films about Russia and Ukraine are generating buzz in this year's film awards season: Mstyslav Chernov's "2,000 Meters to Andriivka" and "Mr. Nobody Against Putin," directed by American documentarian David Borenstein and Pavel Talankin, the …

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Prosecutors, police, SBU suspected of illegal surveillance to obstruct Ukraine's biggest graft case

Prosecutors, police, SBU suspected of illegal surveillance to obstruct Ukraine's biggest graft case

Employees of several agencies looked for warrants in the Midas case in the official register for court decisions and got access to them in November and December, according to log-in data obtained by the NABU.

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LIVE | Crimea is burning, Russia's rear is broken: Ukraine strikes Russian HQs and oil refineries

LIVE | Crimea is burning, Russia's rear is broken: Ukraine strikes Russian HQs and oil refineries

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Russia claims 1.5 million Ukrainian casualties, contradicting its earlier 1.8 million figure

Russia has issued another statement about the alleged losses of Ukraine’s Defense Forces over four years of full-scale war, claiming more than 1.5 million Ukrainian troops killed and wounded.

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What GUARANTEES for Ukraine is ZELENSKYY insisting on? #shorts

What GUARANTEES for Ukraine is ZELENSKYY insisting on? #shorts

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“We didn’t even have time to get scared.” Kharkiv recovers after another overnight Russian drone, missile attack  

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UKRAINE, KHARKIV, Feb. 26 — “We were sleeping, when an explosion went off. My scared kid started to cry. I realised that something happened in our home.” This is how Marharyta, 30, describes the first seconds after the Russian Shahed drone hit the …

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Lithuania updates national security strategy, warns Russia could wage full-scale war with NATO by 2030

Lithuania’s government on Wednesday, February 25, approved an updated National Security Strategy that identifies Russia as an existential threat to the country and the broader Euro-Atlantic community. The document now goes to the Seimas for approval, …

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German foreign minister rules out seizing Russian assets

Despite Hungary’s veto of a €90 billion interest-free loan to Ukraine, the EU will not return to another option for supporting Kyiv that involves using frozen Russian assets.

Germany’s Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul made the statement at a joint …

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Ukrainian ground robot ambush kills two Russian infantrymen on the Pokrovsk axis

Paratroopers from the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ 7th Rapid Response Corps identified a Russian infantry route and set up an ambush.

On the Pokrovsk axis, a ground robotic system from Ukraine’s 32nd Separate Mechanized Brigade, positioned in a preplanned …

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Ukrainian RECRUITS train before being sent to the FRONT #shorts

Ukrainian RECRUITS train before being sent to the FRONT #shorts

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How Russia blackmails the desperate families of Ukrainian POWs

How Russia blackmails the desperate families of Ukrainian POWs

Karina Remez knew her husband — 33-year-old Dmytro Remez — had been captured in 2022 while defending Mariupol. For years, there was no confirmed information about where he was being held. Then, in early February 2025, a man contacted her claiming he …

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Ukraine brings back bodies of 1,000 fallen soldiers

Ukraine brings back bodies of 1,000 fallen soldiers

"Law enforcement investigators, together with representatives of Ukrainian expert institutions, will take all necessary measures aimed at identifying the repatriated deceased," the Coordination Headquarters said.

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Budanov calls for mutual ban on strikes against national leaders, urges adherence to rules of war

Ukraine’s Head of the President’s Office Kyrylo Budanov called on Russia to observe the rules of war and refrain from attacks on political decision-making centers as well as civilians and civilian infrastructure.

Even amid the brutality of war, both …

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More than 4,000 face war-related political prosecutions in Russia and occupied Ukraine, Memorial says

At least 4,029 people in Russia and in occupied parts of Ukraine have become defendants in politically motivated criminal cases tied to the war against Ukraine, according to the Support for Political Prisoners. Memorial project.

As of February 18, …

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Ukraine controls 97% of Kupyansk as isolated Russian troops lose Starlink access

Ukrainian Forces now control 97% of the city of Kupiansk, while Russian occupying troops are effectively isolated in several buildings north of the city center, near the municipal hospital, Viktor Tregubov, a representative of the Joint Forces …

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Kremlin orders Russian TV to avoid mentioning Ukraine war anniversary

On Tuesday, as Russia’s war against Ukraine crossed the four-year mark, Kremlin-controlled federal TV networks scrubbed any reference to the anniversary. Not a single on-air reminder of the conflict’s duration was broadcast. An operation initially …

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US, Ukraine hold talks in Geneva to discuss recovery, next round of Russia negotiations

US, Ukraine hold talks in Geneva to discuss recovery, next round of Russia negotiations

Ukrainian delegates are meeting U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Geneva as part of the ongoing efforts to broker a peace with Moscow, Ukraine's top negotiator, Rustem Umerov, announced on Feb. 26.

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More than 90,000 Ukrainians officially missing due to Russia's war, commissioner says

More than 90,000 Ukrainians officially missing due to Russia's war, commissioner says

Most missing persons are members of Ukraine's security and defense sector.

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Ukrainian Forces hold key villages north of Pokrovsk amid intensified Russian pressure

Ukraine’s Defense Forces are building additional logistics routes and mining roads and pathways used by Russian troops as fighting intensifies north of Pokrovsk.

Settlements in the Pokrovsk sector - including Sukhetsky, Suvorov, Nikanorivka and Novyi …

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Hungary boosts security at critical infrastructure as Orban warns of possible Ukrainian actions

Hungary is tightening security at key energy sites and introducing additional measures after an emergency meeting of its Defense Council.

Prime Minister Viktor Orban accused Ukraine of imposing an “oil blockade” on Hungary. He convened an emergency …

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At least 1 killed, 33 injured in Russian attacks against Ukraine over past day

At least 1 killed, 33 injured in Russian attacks against Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 420 drones and 39 missiles of various types, including 11 ballistic missiles, at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said.

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Poland detains six over alleged shipments of sanctioned drone-production gear to Russia via Belarus

Poland’s Internal Security Agency (ABW) and the National Revenue Administration (KAS) carried out raids and detained six people on suspicion of shipping components via Belarus to Russia for the production of combat drones, authorities said. Three …

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Ukraine’s reported Flamingo missile strikes may shift toward heavy strikes deeper into Russia, experts say

Ukraine’s reported Flamingo missile strikes may shift toward heavy strikes deeper into Russia, experts say

Ukraine has increasingly reported using domestically produced Flamingo cruise missiles since November 2025, with the General Staff most recently saying it hit a key missile factory in Russia.

While the FP-5 Flamingo's actual capability has been a …

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Overlooked by the Western canon: Why Mykhailo Kotsiubynskyi matters now

Overlooked by the Western canon: Why Mykhailo Kotsiubynskyi matters now

Editor's Note: This story is part of the "Hidden Canon" – a special series celebrating Ukrainian classic literature and aiming to bring it to a wider international audience. The series is supported by the Ukrainian Institute.

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'It's a disgrace' — Russian workers turn occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant into 'resort'

'It's a disgrace' — Russian workers turn occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant into 'resort'

When one thinks about the conditions at a nuclear power plant, the image that comes to mind would likely be very different from that which Russian workers at an occupied plant in Ukraine have created.

Russian workers brought in to operate the …

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,263,850 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,263,850 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 1,360 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Ukraine says it blew up a large Russian drone depot in the Kursk region, destroying thousands of UAVs

Ukraine’s military says it blew up a large Russian drone depot in Russia’s Kursk region near the border with Ukraine’s Sumy region, destroying thousands of unmanned aerial vehicles, munitions and equipment.

The 80th Separate Air Assault Brigade said …

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Russia launches combined overnight missile and drone attack at Ukrainian cities, injuring at least 26

Russia launches combined overnight missile and drone attack at Ukrainian cities, injuring at least 26

Russia launched a combined missile and drone attack across Ukraine early on Feb. 26, targeting Kyiv and other cities and causing damage to residential buildings and civilian infrastructure.

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German Bundestag approves resolution backing Ukraine, urging more arms and tougher Russia sanctions

Germany’s Bundestag reaffirmed Berlin’s support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia’s military aggression.

On Wednesday, February 25, lawmakers approved the measure by a coalition majority, tying it to the fourth anniversary of Russia’s …

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Zelensky: Russia failed to intercept any Flamingo missiles in strike on Votkinsk plant

All Flamingo missiles that Ukraine’s Defense Forces launched at the Russian plant in Votkinsk hit their target, demonstrating accuracy and high quality, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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While global attention is divided, the largest displacement crisis in Europe is deepening

While global attention is divided, the largest displacement crisis in Europe is deepening

I came to Ukraine in September of last year, well into the fourth year of the war that had already reshaped the country's geography, economy, and daily life. Having worked for decades in conflict settings, from Afghanistan to Sudan, I am still amazed …

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Ukraine war latest: Claiming Ukraine threat, Orban deploys troops to 'protect energy infrastructure'

Ukraine war latest: Claiming Ukraine threat, Orban deploys troops to 'protect energy infrastructure'

Key developments on Feb. 25:

  • Claiming Ukraine threat, Orban deploys troops to 'protect energy infrastructure'
  • Corruption exposed in aircraft shelter project, Ukrainian military officials detained
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Awards Presented on the Full-Scale Invasion Anniversary

On the eve and day of the fourth anniversary of the full-scale Russian Invasion, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented the nation’s highest state awards to Ukrainian soldiers, handed orders to the…

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Explainer: Russia disrupts Ukraine peace talks with timed false accusations

Explainer: Russia disrupts Ukraine peace talks with timed false accusations

Every time negotiations between Russia, Ukraine, and the U.S. appear to gain momentum, Moscow introduces a new allegation — drone attacks, assassination attempts, nuclear plots, sabotage — that threatens to stall or derail the process.

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Ukraine reports striking Russian S-400, Pantsir and other targets in occupied territories

Ukraine’s Forces continue to target Russian troops and equipment in temporarily occupied parts of Ukraine.

In the early hours of February 25, Ukrainian forces carried out strikes on a number of targets in occupied territories, including air-defense …

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4 Ukrainian defense companies sign partnership deals with European allies valued at nearly $950 million

4 Ukrainian defense companies sign partnership deals with European allies valued at nearly $950 million

The Ukrainian Council of Defence Industry said the agreements include cooperation in the production of aerial and ground drones, as well as preparations to scale up products on the European market.

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Zaluzhnyi: Ukraine’s first drone factory begins operating in the UK

The first Ukrainian factory producing drones has begun operating in the United Kingdom, Ukraine’s ambassador Valerii Zaluzhnyi said.

The plant is owned by Ukrspecsystems. According to a post on Zaluzhnyi’s Telegram channel, the engineering center …

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Zelensky, Trump hold phone call ahead of Ukraine-US talks in Geneva

Zelensky, Trump hold phone call ahead of Ukraine-US talks in Geneva

President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call on Feb. 25 with his American counterpart Donald Trump ahead of planned talks between senior officials from both countries in Geneva.

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At least 5 killed, 18 injured in Russian attacks against Ukraine over the past day

At least 5 killed, 18 injured in Russian attacks against Ukraine over the past day

The Air Force said that Russia attacked Ukraine with 115 drones overnight, of which around 60 were Shahed-type. It reported downing 95 drones in the north, south, and east of Ukraine.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,262,490 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,262,490 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 1,070 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Russian Embassy in Seoul removes ‘Victory will be ours’ banner, moves Defender of the Fatherland Day event indoors after government pressure

Russia’s Embassy in Seoul on February 24 took down a “Victory will be ours” banner in the colors of the Russian flag from the exterior wall of its compound, South Korea’s Yonhap news agency reported. South Korea’s Foreign Ministry had expressed …

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Russia opens ‘aiding terrorism’ case against Telegram founder Pavel Durov

Russian authorities have opened a criminal case on charges of “aiding terrorism” against Telegram founder Pavel Durov.

“Every day the authorities come up with new pretexts to restrict Russians’ access to Telegram, seeking to suppress the right to …

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European Parliament approves €90 billion loan for Ukraine despite Orban's opposition

On the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola signed a €90 billion loan for Ukraine, a move aimed at helping the country continue its fight against the Russian aggression.

Metsola announced …

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Fire rages for second day at Tatarstan oil pumping station after reported Ukrainian drone strike

Ukrainian drones have struck a Russian strategic oil pumping station more than 1,000 kilometers from the border, igniting a massive blaze that continued into a second day, according to local reports.

The fire erupted at the Kaleykino oil pumping …

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As Russia rained missiles on Ukrainian cities last fall, US issued warning to Kyiv over Black Sea drone strike, ambassador says

As Russia rained missiles on Ukrainian cities last fall, US issued warning to Kyiv over Black Sea drone strike, ambassador says

The U.S. State Department warned Ukraine in November 2025 that its strike on Russia's Novorossiysk port threatened American economic interests.

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Zelensky says he’s ready to meet Putin, urges Trump and Xi to pressure Russia to end the war

In an interview with German broadcaster ARD, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he is ready to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin to achieve peace, but argued the only way to stop the war in Ukraine is to force Russians to end it, …

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Russia's Transneft cuts oil intake after Ukrainian strike on Druzhba pipeline hub, Reuters reports

Russia's Transneft cuts oil intake after Ukrainian strike on Druzhba pipeline hub, Reuters reports

Damage from the attack forced Transneft to cut crude oil intake by 250,000 barrels per day and could cause further problems for Russian oil exports, affecting volumes and quality of oil shipped, industry sources told Reuters.

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US, Ukraine to hold talks in Geneva Feb. 26, Trump envoy says

US, Ukraine to hold talks in Geneva Feb. 26, Trump envoy says

Witkoff said he would meet with Ukraine's security chief Rustem Umerov on Feb. 26, though the primary purpose of his visit would be negotiations with Iran.

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PUTIN'S soldiers in UKRAINE live for 12 minutes! – Sunday Times #shorts

PUTIN'S soldiers in UKRAINE live for 12 minutes! – Sunday Times #shorts

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US abstains from UN vote on 'lasting peace in Ukraine' on 4th anniversary of war

US abstains from UN vote on 'lasting peace in Ukraine' on 4th anniversary of war

"Is not missing children, shelling of cities, and the killing of innocents enough? It is not a business deal — it is war," former Special Envoy Keith Kellogg said in a scathing post after the vote.

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Kyiv: only four of 15 planned Russian divisions are being formed

Russia’s army has already lost more than 1.2 million troops killed and wounded in its war against Ukraine.

Russian president Vladimir Putin tasked the Russian army with forming 15 new divisions in 2025, but in reality only four are being created, …

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Kharkiv locals mourn those killed in Russia’s war against Ukraine as the 5th year of full-scale invasion begins 

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UKRAINE, KHARKIV, Feb. 24 — Four years ago, this day was warmer and more terrifying for many in this city, located just about 20 miles from the Russian-Ukrainian border. Back then, the Russian army was much closer to the city, reaching the northern …

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Russian offensive stalls as Ukraine seizes initiative on key fronts

Russian gains in Ukraine have largely stalled. Over the past week, Russian troops secured just 21 square kilometers — the lowest weekly total since last spring. Data from the OSINT project DeepState point to a sharp slowdown in Moscow’s offensive …

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Ukraine War Latest: 4 years after invading Ukraine, Russia admits war's goals 'not fully achieved'

Ukraine War Latest: 4 years after invading Ukraine, Russia admits war's goals 'not fully achieved'

Key developments on Feb. 24:

  • 4 years after invading Ukraine, Russia admits war's goals 'not fully achieved'
  • '10 steps ahead' — Fedorov outlines Ukraine's plan to force Russia to make peace
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Canada announces $1.4 billion military aid package for Ukraine, expands sanctions against Russia

Canada announces $1.4 billion military aid package for Ukraine, expands sanctions against Russia

Canada announced a C$2 billion ($1.4 billion) military aid package for Ukraine on Feb. 24 and expanded sanctions against Russia, including measures targeting Moscow’s “shadow fleet” and a lower oil price cap.

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'Our sacrifices are worth freedom' — Ukrainian troops who have fought since 2014 look back

'Our sacrifices are worth freedom' — Ukrainian troops who have fought since 2014 look back

Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine four years ago today — Feb. 24, 2022. For many Ukrainians, particularly those from Donbas and Crimea, the war began in 2014.

To mark the anniversary, the Kyiv Independent spoke with three soldiers in …

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Ukraine fires ATACMS again, hitting Russian command post and depots in occupied territory

ATACMS ballistic missiles have been used on the front again. For the first time in a long while, Ukraine’s Missile Forces struck Russian targets on temporarily occupied territory, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said.

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Most of Ukraine remains exposed to Russian ballistic missiles, Zelensky says

Most of Ukraine remains exposed to Russian ballistic missiles, Zelensky says

President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Feb. 23 that about 80% of Ukraine lacks protection against Russian ballistic missiles, renewing calls for additional air defense systems, including Patriots.

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Ukrainian RANGERS capture RUSSIAN weapons and documents #shorts

Ukrainian RANGERS capture RUSSIAN weapons and documents #shorts

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Medvedev threatens nuclear strike on Ukraine, claims right to a ‘symmetrical response’

Shortly after Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) claimed that the United Kingdom and France are allegedly working to provide Ukraine with nuclear weapons and delivery systems, Medvedev posted a new incendiary message on social media, …

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'You can't turn off your emotion' — Inside a Ukrainian morgue as war deaths mount

'You can't turn off your emotion' — Inside a Ukrainian morgue as war deaths mount

KHARKIV, KHARKIV OBLAST — A blonde-haired woman walks through a slim pathway between corpses lying against walls and autopsy tables inside Ukraine's oldest morgue.

The main autopsy room, connected with two additional rooms and equipped with an …

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Odesa couple faces life in prison for $30 scheme to register Starlink for Russia’s military

After Ukraine blocked “foreign” Starlink terminals, Russians began seeking Ukrainians willing to register the devices in their own names so Russia’s forces could resume using them at the front without risk of disconnection.

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Fact-check: Russia pushes nuclear claims to derail peace talks, distract from war anniversary

Fact-check: Russia pushes nuclear claims to derail peace talks, distract from war anniversary

On the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, Moscow accused France and the U.K. of seeking to provide Ukraine with nuclear arms.

Offering no evidence, Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) claimed on Feb. 24 that the "British and …

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Russian strike temporarily delayed Flamingo missile production, Zelensky says

Russian strike temporarily delayed Flamingo missile production, Zelensky says

President Volodymyr Zelensky said a Russian strike on a Ukrainian defense manufacturing facility temporarily delayed the rollout of Ukraine's domestically produced long-range Flamingo cruise missiles.

Speaking in a Feb. 23 interview with German …

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UK exempts Druzhba pipeline as it unveils its biggest Russia sanctions package, document shows

UK exempts Druzhba pipeline as it unveils its biggest Russia sanctions package, document shows

The Druzhba pipeline, a major route supplying Russian crude through Ukraine to Hungary and Slovakia, has become the focus of a dispute between Kyiv and the two EU countries.

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Jan Lipavsky: What is our Ukraine policy? Victory, victory at all costs

Jan Lipavsky: What is our Ukraine policy? Victory, victory at all costs

As Churchill said of another war, Ukraine and the West must have "victory in spite of all terror, victory however long and hard the road may be."

As the fifth year of Russia's war against Ukraine is poised to begin, the end still seems nowhere in …

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Zelensky says southern counteroffensive predates Russian Starlink cutoff and is unrelated

Ukraine’s southern push by the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) was planned before Russian access to Starlink satellite communications was cut, President Volodymyr Zelensky told reporters, according to Novosti.Live.

He stressed the two developments are …

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LIVE | "Ukraine-Nordic and Baltic Countries" summit in Kyiv. Zelenskyy and European leaders speak.

LIVE | "Ukraine-Nordic and Baltic Countries" summit in Kyiv. Zelenskyy and European leaders speak.

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Orban says EU financing an 800,000-strong Ukrainian army would endanger Hungary

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said building an 800,000-strong Ukrainian army would pose a danger to his country, arguing it is more in Budapest’s interest for Europe to strike a deal with Russia than to support arming Ukraine.

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Moscow bombs "DRUZHBA," while ORBAN accuses UKRAINE #shorts

Moscow bombs "DRUZHBA," while ORBAN accuses UKRAINE #shorts

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UK adds 297 entries to Russia sanctions list, hitting Transneft, Rosatom affiliates and the shadow fleet

The British government has updated its Russia sanctions list to include Transneft and entities linked to Rosatom, according to an official press release.

London says the new measures tighten control over revenue streams from Russia’s energy sector …

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Ukraine puts Putin's allies in Europe in their place – even BLACKMAIL didn't work!

Ukraine puts Putin's allies in Europe in their place – even BLACKMAIL didn't work!

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Ukraine is a country of SILENT HEROES: it needs MORE SUPPORT! – Rutte #shorts

Ukraine is a country of SILENT HEROES: it needs MORE SUPPORT! – Rutte #shorts

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In rare strike, Ukraine uses ATACMS to hit Russian command posts

In rare strike, Ukraine uses ATACMS to hit Russian command posts

The last confirmed use of ATACMS by Ukrainian forces was reported on Nov. 18.

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Ukrainian Forces push Russian troops back in Dnipropetrovsk region

Ukraine’s Forces have pushed Russian units back in the areas of Kalynivske and Ternove in the Dnipropetrovsk region. Russian troops were forced to abandon previously held positions after a series of Ukrainian counterattacks.

At the same time, Russian …

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Bulgaria has sent Ukraine 13 military aid packages since Russia’s 2022 invasion

Bulgaria has delivered 13 packages of military assistance to Ukraine since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in 2022, with the latest tranche approved by the Council of Ministers on February 12, according to Novinite

Officials have not …

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'10 steps ahead' — Fedorov outlines Ukraine's plan to force Russia to make peace

'10 steps ahead' — Fedorov outlines Ukraine's plan to force Russia to make peace

"Our benchmark is more than 200 eliminated occupiers per square kilometer," he said.

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Russia spreads disinformation alleging a secret nuclear weapons transfer to Ukraine

Britain and France are allegedly preparing to secretly deliver nuclear weapons and their delivery systems to Ukraine, Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) said Tuesday, February 24.

“It is believed Ukraine must be supplied with a …

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Ukraine’s Next Elections: Preparations, Politics, and Pitfalls — next KI Insights monthly briefing

Ukraine’s Next Elections: Preparations, Politics, and Pitfalls — next KI Insights monthly briefing

Political competition in Ukraine is back with a vengeance. After a gradual thawing over the past 18 months, the events of the first two months of 2026 have confirmed that the relatively long-lasting freeze at the beginning of the full-scale invasion …

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Russia warns of possible Black Sea pipeline sabotage plots, claims threat to peace talks

Russia warns of possible Black Sea pipeline sabotage plots, claims threat to peace talks

Moscow has previously cited alleged Ukrainian sabotage or attacks as grounds for escalating tensions.

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1,462 days of full-scale war: No one will allow Ukraine to end, – Zelenskyy #shorts

1,462 days of full-scale war: No one will allow Ukraine to end, – Zelenskyy #shorts

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A Marathon, Not a Sprint: Why Ukraine’s Strikes on Russian Refineries Are a Long Game

Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil refineries did not crater the Kremlin’s export earnings overnight—and they were never likely to. So what was their effect, and what should we expect next?

The numbers look paradoxical—Western and Ukrainian media …

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Gabrielius Landsbergis: Ukraine is Europe. Now Europe must be defiant like Ukraine

Gabrielius Landsbergis: Ukraine is Europe. Now Europe must be defiant like Ukraine

After years of bravery and sacrifice for freedom, democracy, and the European way of life, there can be no question that Ukraine is European.

Raising this question is no longer a valid contribution to any debate on Ukraine's future, it is merely …

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Medvedev threatens UK, France with nuclear strikes after Russia's Ukraine arms transfer allegations

Medvedev threatens UK, France with nuclear strikes after Russia's Ukraine arms transfer allegations

Medvedev's threats follow claims by Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) that Paris and London are working to provide Ukraine with nuclear arms to "secure more favorable terms" in negotiations.

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Four years in, Russia admits it has not achieved war objectives in Ukraine

Four years in, Russia admits it has not achieved war objectives in Ukraine

Russian officials, propagandists, and some Western intelligence assessments initially predicted that Ukraine could fall within days or weeks.

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2 Ukrainians detained for registering Starlink terminals for Russian soldiers for 'easy money'

2 Ukrainians detained for registering Starlink terminals for Russian soldiers for 'easy money'

The case comes amid Ukrainian efforts to restrict Russian access to Starlink satellite communications.

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Ukrainians didn't raise the white flag, they defended a blue and yellow one!, Zelenskyy #shorts

Ukrainians didn't raise the white flag, they defended a blue and yellow one!, Zelenskyy #shorts

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Zelensky reveals bunker where he told Biden 'I need ammunition, not a ride'

Zelensky reveals bunker where he told Biden 'I need ammunition, not a ride'

"Here I spoke with President Biden, and it was right here that I heard: Volodymyr, there is a threat. You need to leave Ukraine urgently," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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In THIS WAR, Ukraine chose not a white flag, but a blue and yellow one! – Zelenskyy

In THIS WAR, Ukraine chose not a white flag, but a blue and yellow one! – Zelenskyy

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Klaas Knot: Gloom and doom on Europe's future is overblown

Klaas Knot: Gloom and doom on Europe's future is overblown

Editor's note: Klaas Knot and Olaf Sleijpen visited Ukraine as part of a Dutch delegation invited by the governor of the National Bank of Ukraine, Andriy Pishnyy.

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At least 3 killed, 28 injured in Russian attacks against Ukraine over the past day

At least 3 killed, 28 injured in Russian attacks against Ukraine over the past day

Russia launched 133 drones and an Iskander-M ballistic missile at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said.

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Ukraine proposes 'doable solutions' in Druzhba oil dispute as tensions with Hungary escalate

Ukraine proposes 'doable solutions' in Druzhba oil dispute as tensions with Hungary escalate

"We demand Budapest stop dragging Ukraine into Hungary's domestic politics," Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said.

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Editorial: This war can last another 4 years – but it doesn’t have to

Editorial: This war can last another 4 years – but it doesn’t have to

The year is 2030.

With spring around the corner, Ukraine has just endured the toughest winter of the war yet. It was Russia’s eighth winter campaign against the country’s energy infrastructure. Ukraine’s air defenses have improved. Its grid has grown …

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European leaders arrive in Kyiv on war's anniversary to reaffirm support for Ukraine

European leaders arrive in Kyiv on war's anniversary to reaffirm support for Ukraine

The visits coincide with gatherings of the Coalition of the Willing and the Ukraine–Nordic–Baltic summit.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,261,420 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,261,420 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 920 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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No red carpets for Russia: The danger of normalizing aggression

No red carpets for Russia: The danger of normalizing aggression

We’re entering the fifth year of Russia’s full-scale, unprovoked war against Ukraine. The war has grown more technologically sophisticated and lethal. Russian missiles and drones strike Ukrainian cities every night. Russia is weaponizing the coldest …

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Zelensky warns Belarus can no longer deny involvement as Russian drone systems operate there, says peaceful relations depend on a free leadership and European future

Zelensky warns Belarus can no longer deny involvement as Russian drone systems operate there, says peaceful relations depend on a free leadership and European future

President Volodymyr Zelensky said in an interview with Belarusian independent outlet Dzerkalo that Russia has deployed Shahed drone repeaters in Belarus to help coordinate attacks on Ukraine, warning that Minsk can no longer deny responsibility while …
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Explosion during ammunition demonstration injures two students at Dnipro school

Explosion during ammunition demonstration injures two students at Dnipro school

An explosion occurred at a Ukrainian school in the city of Dnipro on Feb. 23 during a classroom demonstration of ammunition, injuring two children, according to regional police.

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Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant left with just 22 reactor operators, far below safety levels

Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant left with just 22 reactor operators, far below safety levels

The plant, legally owned by Energoatom, once employed 159 licensed specialists — the only people authorized to directly operate the plant’s six nuclear reactors, which, prewar, provided over a fifth of Ukraine’s electricity.

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New Commander Appointed to Lead 78th Air Assault Brigade

The 78th Air Assault Brigade of the 7th Rapid Reaction Corps of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces has appointed a new commander, Colonel Vladislav Tsiba. The announcement was made through…

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Ukraine refutes Slovakia's claim it cut emergency electricity supplies

Ukraine refutes Slovakia's claim it cut emergency electricity supplies

However, Ukraine's state grid operator, Ukrenergo, said it received a notice from Slovakia's energy regulator about new flexible price conditions for emergency imports, Vitaliy Zaichenko, Ukrenergo's CEO, told the Kyiv Independent.

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Ukraine war latest: SBU drones strike 'critical' Druzhba oil pipeline hub in Russia's Tatarstan

Ukraine war latest: SBU drones strike 'critical' Druzhba oil pipeline hub in Russia's Tatarstan

Key developments on Feb. 23:

  • Ukrainian drones strike 'critical' Druzhba oil pipeline hub in Russia's Tatarstan, SBU source confirms
  • Ukraine strikes logistics warehouse, ammunition depot, other military targets in Russian-occupied territories, General …
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DONBAS – the “Red Line” of Death: How Ukraine defeated Russia’s “invincible” army

DONBAS – the “Red Line” of Death: How Ukraine defeated Russia’s “invincible” army

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'No coincidence' — Explosion in Mykolaiv injures 7 police officers, day after fatal terrorist attack in Lviv

'No coincidence' — Explosion in Mykolaiv injures 7 police officers, day after fatal terrorist attack in Lviv

"The enemy is deliberately trying to kill Ukrainian police officers who stand guard every day to protect the people and the state," the chief of Ukraine's National Police, Ivan Vyhivsky, said.

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Exclusive: Whistleblower confirms details of death, torture in Brazilian-led foreign fighter unit in Ukraine

Exclusive: Whistleblower confirms details of death, torture in Brazilian-led foreign fighter unit in Ukraine

A former member of Advanced Company, a Brazilian-led foreign fighter unit operating under Ukraine’s military intelligence (HUR), has come forward on the record to corroborate details of a recent Kyiv Independent investigation into the death of …

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Anti-graft agency detains Ukrainian security official as inter-agency conflict reignites

Anti-graft agency detains Ukrainian security official as inter-agency conflict reignites

The conflict is seen as part of a broader struggle between the President's Office and the NABU, which says the authorities are trying to eliminate its independence.

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NGOs urge Ukrainian government to drop peace deal referendum idea

NGOs urge Ukrainian government to drop peace deal referendum idea

"The attempt to impose the legitimization of peace agreements on Ukrainians through a referendum is unlawful and unacceptable, contradicts Ukraine's Constitution and laws, and threatens the national interests of our state," the statement read.

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Ukrainian MARINE teaches SIRI to control a smartphone with his nose #shorts

Ukrainian MARINE teaches SIRI to control a smartphone with his nose #shorts

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Ukraine has liberated 400 square kilometers, 8 settlements on southern front since January, Syrskyi says

Ukraine has liberated 400 square kilometers, 8 settlements on southern front since January, Syrskyi says

Ukraine's Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said that despite successful offensive operations, the situation in the area remains "complicated."

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U.S. Justice Department and FBI aid NABU’s Energoatom corruption probe, Ukrainian MP says

US law enforcement agencies are supporting anti-corruption investigations in Ukraine, including cases tied to the state-run company Energoatom. The assistance involves not only consultations but also practical cooperation with Ukrainian …

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After 4 years of war, it's time to Ukrainize Europe

After 4 years of war, it's time to Ukrainize Europe

A month ago, I put my work as a writer and volunteer on hold and enlisted in the Ukrainian army. As I left for service, some of my acquaintances said goodbye to me as though I were already dead.

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Most Germans Back Increasing Aid to Ukraine

Recent surveys show that most Germans favor increasing aid to Ukraine. However, this sentiment is not uniform. Which parties’ voters are most supportive of Ukraine’s struggle, and which believe in Putin’s peaceful intentions?

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New Arsenal of Europe: How the Russian–Ukrainian War Is Changing Germany

Following the snap Bundestag elections held in February 2025, Germany’s political landscape changed markedly. Friedrich Merz’s government replaced Olaf Scholz’s coalition, prompting a reassessment of numerous domestic and foreign policy initiatives. …

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Ukraine strikes logistics warehouse, ammunition depot, other military targets in Russian-occupied territories, General Staff says

Ukraine strikes logistics warehouse, ammunition depot, other military targets in Russian-occupied territories, General Staff says

Ukrainian forces struck four Russian military targets on the occupied Crimean Peninsula and in the occupied parts of Donetsk and Mykolaiv oblasts, the General Staff said on Feb. 23.

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The ‘anniversary effect’: Ukrainians live by a trauma calendar

The ‘anniversary effect’: Ukrainians live by a trauma calendar

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The war in Ukraine has been going on for nearly four years, and every day brings new challenges and news. The Counteroffensive follows what is happening around the country daily and reports on the most important developments.

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South Korea asks Russian embassy in Seoul to remove 'Victory will be ours' banner over Ukraine war concerns

South Korean authorities have demanded the removal of a banner reading “Victory will be ours” from the Russian Embassy building in Seoul.

South Korea’s Foreign Ministry voiced concern that the Russian-language slogan is perceived as a reference to …

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Ukraine signals new talks with Russia on Feb. 26–27, Kremlin yet to confirm

Ukraine signals new talks with Russia on Feb. 26–27, Kremlin yet to confirm

"We are in the process of preparing," the President's Office head Kyrylo Budanov said.

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Ukraine could build non-conscript army if Europe helps with funding, Zelensky says

Ukraine could build non-conscript army if Europe helps with funding, Zelensky says

"The same thing (Vladimir) Putin is doing: he pays each person money for a contract. We want this as well, but we do not have enough funds," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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North Korean POWs in Ukraine seek asylum in South Korea as Seoul hesitates

A year after Ukrainian forces, by their account, captured two North Korean soldiers in Russia’s Kursk region, the men’s fate remains unclear.

Activists in Seoul accuse President Lee Jae-myung’s left-nationalist government of dragging its feet, saying …

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Exclusive: Mounting concern in Brussels over Ukraine’s reform backslide

Exclusive: Mounting concern in Brussels over Ukraine’s reform backslide

As Ukraine pushes for a fast-tracked entry to the EU, senior European officials say they are worried about progress on key reforms needed to secure the country’s European aspirations.

Ukraine failed to complete 11 reforms in the last three months of …

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Three Russian soldiers surrender in Kupyansk after contacting Ukraine’s 'I Want to Live' project

Troops from the National Guard’s Khartia Corps established contact with Russian soldiers and carried out a special operation to extract the captives.

In the city of Kupyansk, three Russian servicemembers voluntarily surrendered after reaching out to …

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At least 4 killed, 26 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 4 killed, 26 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 126 drones and an Iskander-M ballistic missile at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 105 drones.

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'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' wins BAFTA award for best documentary

'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' wins BAFTA award for best documentary

The documentary has received wide acclaim for the fact that it shows how the war against Ukraine is not just "(Russian President Vladimir) Putin's war" but a war sustained by both a climate of fear and open support among the populace within Russia. …
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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,260,500 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,260,500 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 720 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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No power, water, or heat: Darkness blankets Belgorod after alleged Ukrainian HIMARS strikes

Late on February 22, a series of explosions rocked the Russian city of Belgorod, leaving many districts without electricity and causing disruptions to heating and water supplies.

Preliminary reports said the city was hit by HIMARS missiles, according …

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Drone threat forces repeated flight restrictions at Moscow airports

Russia’s federal aviation agency, Rosaviatsiya, imposed flight restrictions for the second time on Sunday after what it described as the appearance of dozens of Ukrainian drones in the Moscow region.

The measures affected four airports - Vnukovo, …

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Ukrainian military debunks Russian claim of destroying nonexistent HIMARS and Flamingo launchers

A claim by Russian forces that they allegedly destroyed HIMARS transporter-loader vehicles and launchers for Flamingo rockets is not true, Ukraine’s Joint Forces grouping said.

“The Joint Forces grouping regrets to note that after the latest Russian …

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Hungary reverses planned electricity cutoff to Ukraine, citing Zakarpattia Hungarians

Hungary’s Government Energy Council on Sunday, February 22, reversed previously planned cancellations of electricity deliveries to Ukraine — a move officials said was meant to show concern for ethnic Hungarians living in Ukraine’s Zakarpattia region. …

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Ukrainian Forces destroy Mi-8 and Ka-52 helicopters at Oryol airfield

Russia has lost two more helicopters. A multirole Mi-8 and an attack Ka-52 were destroyed by drones in the Oryol region.

On Friday evening, February 20, Ukrainian Defense Forces used strike drones to destroy two helicopters based at the Pugachevka …

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EU weighs fast-track Ukraine accession in exchange for Donbas concessions

The European Union is weighing a preferential, fast-track path for Ukraine to join the bloc in exchange for a swift peace deal with Russia.

Across European capitals, officials are actively debating potential terms of a future peace agreement on …

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42nd Mechanized Brigade receives BTR-4

The 3rd Mechanized Battalion of the 42nd Mechanized Brigade has received at least one Ukrainian-made BTR-4 armored personnel carrier. The development was revealed via the battalion’s official Facebook page. According…

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Europe to send equipment from six decommissioned thermal and CHP plants to Ukraine

Ukraine could receive equipment from at least six decommissioned thermal power plants and combined heat-and-power plants from Latvia, Austria, Finland, Croatia, France and Germany.

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Satellite images confirm Flamingo strike blasted 30-by-24-meter hole in key workshop at Russia’s Votkinsk missile plant

New evidence points to extensive damage at a strategic missile plant in Udmurtia following a strike by Flamingo missiles.

The OSINT project KiberBoroshno published satellite images clearly showing the aftermath of the attack.

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Syrskyi says Russia’s 2025 offensive failed as losses outpace recruitment

In an interview with Le Monde, Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief said Russia is burning through manpower faster than it can replace it - and that Moscow’s plans for a major 2025 offensive failed.

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Ukraine war latest: Ukraine hits Russian planes, ships in Crimea, artillery in major strikes on occupied territories

Ukraine war latest: Ukraine hits Russian planes, ships in Crimea, artillery in major strikes on occupied territories

Key developments on Feb. 21-22:

  • Ukraine hits Russian planes, ships in Crimea, artillery in major strikes on occupied territories
  • Ukraine confirms Flamingo strike on key Russian ballistic missile factory
  • Russia hits American sweets factory with missile …

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Merz vows unwavering German support for Ukraine, urges Europe to speak the language of power

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirmed his government’s unwavering resolve to support Ukraine in its defensive war against Russian military aggression.

“We stand with the Ukrainian people without any ‘ifs’ or ‘buts,’” Merz said in a speech at a …

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Zelensky orders more air defenses for Sumy after mass Russian strikes

President Volodymyr Zelensky held a conference call on the situation in the regions after an overnight barrage of Russian missiles and drones, he said on Telegram.

“This time, the Russians targeted not only energy facilities but also logistics — in …

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Ukraine’s Air Assault Forces launch southern operation to halt Russian advance

Ukraine’s Air Assault Forces have launched an operation in southern Ukraine, focusing on the Oleksandrivske axis spanning the Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk regions.

The command says the main goals are to disrupt Russia’s plans to push deeper into …

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Moscow shuts down all 4 airports during Ukrainian drone attack, Russian officials say

Moscow shuts down all 4 airports during Ukrainian drone attack, Russian officials say

Twenty drones were shot down en route to Moscow during the afternoon of Feb. 22, Mayor Sergey Sobyanin claimed.

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90% DRONE INTERCEPT + SUNRAY LASER! Ukraine destroys Russia's energy sector – blackout in Belgorod

90% DRONE INTERCEPT + SUNRAY LASER! Ukraine destroys Russia's energy sector – blackout in Belgorod

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Russia hits American sweets factory with missile in northeastern Ukraine

Russia hits American sweets factory with missile in northeastern Ukraine

The factory, located in Trostianets in Sumy Oblast, was struck by a missile, Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said. The plant has operated since the 1990s, and produces a range of well-known products, including Oreo and Milka.

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Hungary to block EU’s 20th Russia sanctions package until Ukraine resumes Druzhba oil transit

Hungary will block the European Union’s 20th package of sanctions against Russia, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said on February 22 in a post on X.

“At tomorrow’s Foreign Affairs Council, the EU aims to adopt the 20th sanctions package. Hungary …

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Russia launches massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine

Overnight on February 22, Russia carried out a large-scale strike on energy and civilian infrastructure across several regions of Ukraine. Authorities reported injuries and damage.

The main targets were Kyiv and the Kyiv region, as well as …

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Hungary, Slovakia spat with Ukraine deepens as Budapest threatens to block new EU sanctions

Hungary, Slovakia spat with Ukraine deepens as Budapest threatens to block new EU sanctions

Hungary said it would block the EU's new sanctions package against Russia over halted oil deliveries through Ukraine, the latest development in a deepening spat between Ukraine and its neighbors, Slovakia and Hungary, over Russian oil imports.

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Slovakia threatens to stop emergency power exports to Ukraine unless Druzhba oil flows resume

Slovakia may halt electricity supplies to Ukraine as soon as February 23 if Kyiv does not restore oil shipments to the country, Prime Minister Robert Fico warned in a post on X. The dispute centers on oil deliveries via the Druzhba pipeline, which …

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How Ukraine stopped trending | Ukraine This Week

How Ukraine stopped trending | Ukraine This Week

In the latest episode of Ukraine This Week, the Kyiv Independent’s Anna Belokur examines how global support for Ukraine has shifted four years into Russia’s full-scale invasion.

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Massive strike on Ukraine: air defense downs over 300 targets! Zelenskyy's tough response

Massive strike on Ukraine: air defense downs over 300 targets! Zelenskyy's tough response

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,259,780 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,259,780 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 890 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Russian attacks kill 11, injure 38 in Ukraine over past day

Russian attacks kill 11, injure 38 in Ukraine over past day

Russia launched a large-scale combined drone and missile attack in the early hours of Sunday, firing 50 missiles and 297 long-range kamikaze drones, predominantly towards Kyiv and its suburbs.

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Ukraine reportedly strikes oil depot in Russian-occupied Luhansk

Ukraine reportedly strikes oil depot in Russian-occupied Luhansk

Ukraine struck an oil depot in Russian-occupied Luhansk overnight on Feb. 22, Telegram news channel Exilenova+ reported.

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Explosions rock Ukraine's capital as Russia launches ballistic missiles, injuring 2 in Kyiv Oblast

Explosions rock Ukraine's capital as Russia launches ballistic missiles, injuring 2 in Kyiv Oblast

Several rounds of explosions were reported in Kyiv overnight on Feb. 22, leaving a mother and her child injured as Russia launched ballistic missiles at Ukraine.

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15 injured, police officer killed as explosions rock western Ukraine's Lviv in terrorist attack

15 injured, police officer killed as explosions rock western Ukraine's Lviv in terrorist attack

Explosions as a result of a terrorist attack shook Lviv, injuring 15 and killing a police officer, authorities reported overnight on Feb. 22.

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Russia kills 4 in Sumy Oblast, strikes ambulance carrying minor hospitalized in blast, targets Mondelez factory

Russia kills 4 in Sumy Oblast, strikes ambulance carrying minor hospitalized in blast, targets Mondelez factory

A Russian drone attack in northeastern Ukraine's Sumy Oblast killed two brothers and a married couple, while a missile attack damaged a production facility belonging to U.S. multinational company Mondelez, authorities reported Feb. 21.

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Trump’s Positions WEAKEN Over EPSTEIN FILES – What Does This Mean for UKRAINE? | Wrap-Up Analytics

Trump’s Positions WEAKEN Over EPSTEIN FILES – What Does This Mean for UKRAINE? | Wrap-Up Analytics

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REVOLUTION OF DIGNITY: 2014 events that forever changed Ukraine's history | Explainer

REVOLUTION OF DIGNITY: 2014 events that forever changed Ukraine's history | Explainer

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Edelweiss Brigade Appoints New Commander

The 10th Mountain Assault Brigade of the Ukrainian Ground Forces, commonly known as the Edelweiss Brigade, has been appointed a new commander. This comes after the loss of the city…

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Zelensky introduces new sanctions on Russian shadow fleet

Zelensky introduces new sanctions on Russian shadow fleet

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Feb. 21 that Ukraine is imposing new sanctions targeting the captains of Russia's shadow fleet.

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EU says it is not pressuring Ukraine to speed Druzhba pipeline repairs

The European Union is continuing consultations with Kyiv over the Druzhba oil pipeline but is not demanding accelerated repairs or applying political pressure, officials said.

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Ukraine reports retaking over 300 square kilometers in Zaporizhzhia as clashes intensify near Hulyaipole

Through assault and counterattack operations, Ukraine’s Defense Forces have de-occupied more than 300 square kilometers in the south, regaining control around the Hulyaipole area and adjacent sectors of the Zaporizhzhia region.

Ukrainian units are …

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ZELENSKYY: Ukraine LIBERATING southern territories! Kyiv's position on territories UNWAVERING

ZELENSKYY: Ukraine LIBERATING southern territories! Kyiv's position on territories UNWAVERING

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Ukraine seizes assets of major Russian defense aviation plant

A Ukrainian court has ordered the government to take over An-140 aircraft spare parts worth about $1.5 million linked to JSC Aviakor, a Russian defense aerospace manufacturer, according to the Ministry of Justice.

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Europe's green transition is now a matter of energy security

Europe's green transition is now a matter of energy security

Europe's approach to energy security long rested on a simple idea: scale equals safety. That assumption is now being tested in Ukraine — and increasingly proven wrong.

For decades, coal-fired power plants have been the backbone of Europe's energy …

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Der Spiegel: CIA knew about Kyiv’s plan to blow up Nord Stream pipelines

CIA operatives and “Ukrainian sabotage specialists” met in Kyiv in spring 2022, shortly after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, to discuss a Ukrainian proposal to blow up the Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines linking …

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Ukraine hits Russian planes, ships in Crimea, artillery in major strikes on occupied territories

Ukraine hits Russian planes, ships in Crimea, artillery in major strikes on occupied territories

The final extent of the damage on the Crimean Peninsula is still being assessed, the General Staff said.

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Ukrainian forces liberate 300 km² in the south, — Zelenskyy #shorts

Ukrainian forces liberate 300 km² in the south, — Zelenskyy #shorts

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They’re attacking the railways

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Slovakia, Hungary threaten to halt electricity supplies to Ukraine as Russian oil dispute escalates

Slovakia, Hungary threaten to halt electricity supplies to Ukraine as Russian oil dispute escalates

Such a move would break energy market rules, one expert told the Kyiv Independent.

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Ukraine returns 2 children from Russian-occupied Kherson Oblast

Ukraine returns 2 children from Russian-occupied Kherson Oblast

The children were returned under the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, which finds and returns Ukrainian children from occupied territories and Russia, alongside the Save Ukraine organization.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,258,890 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,258,890 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 1,010 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day, while Ukrainian forces also downed a helicopter.

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Zelensky says Ukraine will not withdraw from Donbas as talks with Russia continue

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stressed that Ukraine is not considering withdrawing from the government-controlled part of Donetsk region. At the same time, talks with Russia are continuing.

He called the area Ukraine’s real defensive line, …

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Ukraine liberates 300 square km in southern counteroffensive, Zelensky says — here's what that means

Ukraine liberates 300 square km in southern counteroffensive, Zelensky says — here's what that means

"I won't go into too many details, but today I can congratulate our army first and foremost —all the defense forces — because as of today, 300 (square) kilometers have been liberated," Zelensky told Agence France-Presse.

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Investigations say leaked messages from a Russian general detail torture and executions of Ukrainian POWs

The investigative projects “Schemes” and “Systema” have published findings based on an archive of personal messages belonging to Russian military officer Roman Demurchiev. Journalists say messages from 2022–2024 show the major general sharing with …

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Teaser video hints at Ukrainian Flamingo strike on key Russian ballistic missile factory

Teaser video hints at Ukrainian Flamingo strike on key Russian ballistic missile factory

The Votkinsk Plant is a strategic, state-owned defense enterprise and one of the most important missile factories in Russia. It produces Iskander ballistic missiles — used in attacks against Ukraine — and nuclear-armed intercontinental ballistic …

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Ukrainian Parliament weighs wartime elections amid claims of a hidden bill

A hidden draft elections bill exists in Ukraine that differs from the text parliament is officially developing. According to European Solidarity MP Nina Yuzhanina, the draft would allow elections to be held during the war rather than after it ends. …

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NATO IN SHOCK! 10 Ukrainians "DESTROYED" two Alliance battalions!

NATO IN SHOCK! 10 Ukrainians "DESTROYED" two Alliance battalions!

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Russia finds Starlink alternative in Belarus for drone control, expert says

After access to the Starlink satellite system was restricted, Russia began more actively using alternative methods to control drones, including mesh networking. That is already evident in recent attacks across northern Ukraine, where there are signs …

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Ukrainian forces destroy three Russian Tor air defense systems worth $75 million in occupied Zaporizhzhia overnight

Overnight on February 20, the 1st Unmanned Systems Center of Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces destroyed three Tor air defense systems belonging to Russian troops in the occupied Zaporizhzhia region, according to Robert “Madyar” Brovdi, commander of …

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Ukraine eyes defense partnership with Japan, Zelensky says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says prospects for expanded bilateral ties with Japan are growing, including in the defense sphere.

Zelensky said there is an opportunity to take cooperation with Japan to a new level, moving beyond humanitarian …

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Ukraine halts Russian offensive on Dnipropetrovsk region #shorts

Ukraine halts Russian offensive on Dnipropetrovsk region #shorts

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"We can fight for years": Ukrainian General DOESN'T BELIEVE IN Ukraine's DEFEAT!

"We can fight for years": Ukrainian General DOESN'T BELIEVE IN Ukraine's DEFEAT!

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Ukraine won’t cede territory and can fight for years, National Guard commander says

National Guard of Ukraine commander and Brig. Gen. Oleksandr Pivnenko said true victory for Ukraine means fully restoring control over all occupied territories. He said that goal could take many years, and for now the country’s priority remains …

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Hungary blocks EU's 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine, demanding Russian oil ahead of war anniversary

Hungary blocks EU's 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine, demanding Russian oil ahead of war anniversary

"We are blocking the €90 billion EU loan for Ukraine until oil transit to Hungary via the Druzhba pipeline resumes," Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said on Feb. 20.

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Kyiv: Ukraine launches counteroffensive on Oleksandrivka axis to halt Russian advance toward Dnipropetrovsk region

Ukraine’s military is moving preemptively around Hulyaipole and Oleksandrivske, activity that can indeed be described as counterattacks, spokesman for the Operation Task Force South Vladyslav Voloshyn said. Russia is dropping roughly a hundred bombs …

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Ukrainian Voices: Life in Ukraine with Julia Kalashnyk | War, Resistance & Daily Reality

Ukrainian Voices: Life in Ukraine with Julia Kalashnyk by Chris Sampson

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Ukrainian Voices: Life in Ukraine with Julia Kalashnyk | War, Resistance & Daily Reality

Ukrainian Voices: Life in Ukraine with Julia Kalashnyk by Chris Sampson

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Polish president ends special refugee support system for Ukrainians, shifts assistance to general foreigner protections

Polish president ends special refugee support system for Ukrainians, shifts assistance to general foreigner protections

Polish President Karol Nawrocki signed legislation on Feb. 19 transferring support measures for Ukrainian refugees into Poland’s general Law on the Protection of Foreigners, ending a separate legal framework created after Russia’s full-scale invasion …
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"Cannon fodder" from the Caribbean: how Putin buys Cubans for $2000 to fight in Ukraine

"Cannon fodder" from the Caribbean: how Putin buys Cubans for $2000 to fight in Ukraine

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Russia's missile strikes on Ukraine rely on Tu-95MS bombers allegedly ‘stolen’ from Kazakhstan, expert says

Russia is using Tu-95MS strategic bombers to strike Ukraine — aircraft the Kremlin allegedly stole in Kazakhstan after the collapse of the USSR — and they went on to form the backbone of Moscow’s strategic aviation fleet, according to Ivan …

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Trump extends Ukraine-related national emergency, certain US sanctions against Russia for another year

Trump extends Ukraine-related national emergency, certain US sanctions against Russia for another year

U.S. President Donald Trump on Feb. 19 approved a one-year extension of the national emergency and related sanctions first introduced following Russia’s 2014 occupation of Crimea.

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U.S. sanctions drive Russian crude to $40, triggering bankruptcies across the oil sector

Russia’s oil sector is facing a wave of bankruptcies as tightened U.S. sanctions drive prices for Russian crude down to $40 a barrel and below, triggering bankruptcies among producers in key regions.

State-owned lender VTB plans to file a bankruptcy …

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Ukraine war latest: Ukraine reportedly strikes Russian oil depot in Pskov Oblast, hits Belgorod with missiles

Ukraine war latest: Ukraine reportedly strikes Russian oil depot in Pskov Oblast, hits Belgorod with missiles

Key developments on Feb. 19:

  • Ukraine reportedly strikes oil depot in Russia's Pskov Oblast, targets Belgorod with missiles, leaving blackouts
  • US reportedly presses allies to block Ukraine from full participation at NATO summit
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Investigation links Putin family to stake in Max messenger as Russia curbs WhatsApp and Telegram

Russian president Vladimir Putin holds an indirect stake in Max, the state-promoted “national messenger” pitched as an alternative to WhatsApp and Telegram, through relatives, according to a journalistic investigation published Wednesday, Feb. 18, by …

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Turkey's intelligence says Ukraine-Russia war in strategic stalemate, with outcome hinging on negotiations

The war between Ukraine and Russia has reached a strategic deadlock, according to Turkey’s National Intelligence Organization in its 2025 report. The document was released amid continued fighting along the front and U.S.-mediated talks.

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'Don't believe in fairy tales' — Russia scrambles for front-line signal after Starlink cut-off

'Don't believe in fairy tales' — Russia scrambles for front-line signal after Starlink cut-off

Russia's assault on Ukraine has gone dark thanks to a recent cut-off of satellite internet.

"Their pilots are now forced to pass on information by radio, and I can intercept those messages," Tymur, a deputy battalion commander in the Lyman sector, …

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Former DPR ‘people’s governor’ Pavel Gubarev charged with discrediting the Russian army

Russian authorities have drawn up an administrative case against Pavel Gubarev for allegedly “discrediting” the Russian military, according to a listing in the Moscow City Court database. The case was registered on February 18 in Moscow’s Tagansky …

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Ukrainian commander claims 1 to 50 loss ratio against Russian forces

On average, Ukrainian forces are destroying Russian troops at a ratio of 1 to 50, according to Ukrainian military statements. After the remark, soldiers poured an entire crate of Russian military IDs onto a table behind the commander of the 63rd …

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Dutch intelligence agencies warn of escalating Russian hybrid attacks

Dutch intelligence services AIVD and MIVD issued a detailed warning on February 19, 2026, that Russia is intensifying hybrid warfare tactics throughout Europe. These include cyberattacks, sabotage, espionage, and influence operations designed to …

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Russia recruits over 1,000 citizens of Kenya to fight against Ukraine

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UKRAINE, Feb. 19 — Russia has recruited more than 1,000 citizens of Kenya to fight in its invasion of Ukraine, reported AP, citing Kenyan intelligence. 

On Feb. 18,  parliamentary leader Kimani Ichung’wah presented an intelligence report, accusing …

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Sikorski warns Poland could be next if Russia conquers Ukraine

Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski warned that if Ukraine loses its war against Russia, Poland would become Moscow’s next target—placing the entire NATO eastern flank at risk.

Sikorski made the remarks on the British podcast The Rest Is …

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How Elon’s satellites nearly led to Ukrainian disaster

How Elon’s satellites nearly led to Ukrainian disaster

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All talk and little action around British architect Norman Foster’s plan to rebuild Kharkiv into “city of future” after Russia’s war

British architect Norman Foster and Kharkiv mayor Ihor Terekhov during discussion on rebuilding of the city / Photo: Norman Foster Foundation

UKRAINE, KHARKIV — Local authorities began discussing the reconstruction of damaged or destroyed spaces and buildings in Kharkiv in April 2022. They said that a famous British architect Norman Foster would take part in designing the city’s …

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RUSSIANS ARE EVACUATING! Oil depot in Pskov burns after Ukrainian Security Service strike #shorts

RUSSIANS ARE EVACUATING! Oil depot in Pskov burns after Ukrainian Security Service strike #shorts

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Ukraine holds firm as Geneva talks with Russia yield limited progress, source says

Talks between Ukraine and Russia in Geneva were productive but tense, with no fundamental concessions from either side, a source familiar with the meeting told RBC-Ukraine.

According to the source, Ukraine’s delegation withstood pressure from the …

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Hungary signs first contracts to import Russian oil via Croatia after Druzhba pipeline halt

Hungary’s oil and gas group MOL has inked its first contracts to import Russian crude through Croatia, Hungary’s MTI news agency reported, citing Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto. The oil will be shipped to Croatia by sea and then transported to …

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US reportedly presses allies to block Ukraine from full participation at NATO summit

US reportedly presses allies to block Ukraine from full participation at NATO summit

The reported move would limit Kyiv's role at a key gathering of NATO leaders.

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Slovakia’s Fico threatens to cut power exports to Ukraine over Druzhba pipeline dispute

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico suggested Slovakia could halt electricity supplies to Ukraine.

He made the remark after learning that the Druzhba oil pipeline, which brings Russian crude to Slovakia, had allegedly been repaired, but Ukrainian …

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Latvian Saeima to Consider Citizenship Revocation of Expelled Former Politician Mamikin Who Fled to Russia

The Latvian parliament’s Committee on Citizenship, Migration and Social Affairs scheduled a session on 19 February 2026 to discuss revocation of citizenship for former MP Andrejs Mamikin. Mamikin fled to Russia and was convicted of crimes …

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Ukraine announces political boycott of 2026 Paralympics over Russia and Belarus competing under national flags

Ukraine has declared a political boycott of the Paralympic Games in Italy after Russian and Belarusian athletes were allowed to compete under their national flags.

The Ukrainian government delegation will skip the opening ceremony and other official …

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At least 9 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 9 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 37 drones at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said, of which Ukrainian air defenses intercepted or jammed 29.

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Hungary halts diesel shipments to Ukraine until Russian oil flows resume through the Druzhba pipeline

Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto announced on his Twitter (X) account that Hungary is suspending diesel fuel supplies to Ukraine. He said deliveries will not resume until Kyiv restores oil transit through the “Druzhba” pipeline.

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Slovakia’s Fico blames Zelensky for Druzhba pipeline halt, warns of higher costs

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of political maneuvering after a temporary suspension of oil deliveries through the Druzhba pipeline, saying the move saddled Slovakia with extra costs and forced the …

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Moldova, Ukraine investigate alleged Russian-backed plot to assassinate prominent Ukrainians

Moldova, Ukraine investigate alleged Russian-backed plot to assassinate prominent Ukrainians

Moldovan authorities said investigative measures began at 6 a.m. local time.

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“Brain Drain” or Temporary Wartime Realities? How the Number and Quality of Applicants to Ukrainian Higher Education Institutions Have Changed Since the Start of the Full-Scale Invasion

Every year since the start of the full-scale invasion, the same question resurfaces – are young people choosing to build their lives in Ukraine? The higher education admissions cycle offers part of the answer. Do secondary school graduates stay to …

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Analysis: A year since its creation, Ukraine's flawed, unfinished corps system will be key for front-line stability

Analysis: A year since its creation, Ukraine's flawed, unfinished corps system will be key for front-line stability

The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.

Whether or not this apparent Chinese proverb is authentic, it applies for the Ukrainian military's corps reform as much as it does for trees.

The Ukrainian leadership's …

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,256,910 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,256,910 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The reported number includes 830 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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'This is the future' — Amid blackouts, these Ukrainian mountain villages have green solution

'This is the future' — Amid blackouts, these Ukrainian mountain villages have green solution

As Russian missiles and drones plunge much of Ukraine into darkness this winter, the mountain community of Ust-Chorna has largely kept the lights on — thanks to green energy.

The district, made up of four villages tucked into a forest valley of …

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Hungary, Slovakia halt diesel exports to Ukraine over suspended Russian oil transit

Hungary, Slovakia halt diesel exports to Ukraine over suspended Russian oil transit

The decision escalates tensions between Kyiv and two of the EU's most Russia-friendly governments.

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Slovakia declares oil-sector emergency, taps reserves as Druzhba pipeline halts

Slovakia’s government has declared an “oil-sector emergency” following the suspension of supplies through the Druzhba pipeline.

The announcement was reported Wednesday, February 18, by Slovakia’s state news agency TASR.

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Zelensky says Geneva talks with Russia fell short as political track stalls

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said so in a video address on Wednesday, February 18. “Ukraine is interested in results. As of today, we cannot say the outcome is sufficient,” Zelensky said.

He said military-to-military contacts were serious …

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Zelensky says Ukraine won’t withdraw from Donbas, 'won’t lose dignity' as peace talks stall on territory

Zelensky says Ukraine won’t withdraw from Donbas, 'won’t lose dignity' as peace talks stall on territory

"Thousands, dozens of thousands of Ukrainians have been killed on this direction, defending this part of Ukraine," Zelensky said in an interview with British broadcaster Piers Morgan. "We have to understand that Donbas is a part of our independence." …

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EU wants Russia to hold free elections and withdraw troops from Belarus, Georgia, Armenia, and Transnistria— as part of a Ukraine peace deal, leaked paper shows

On February 19, 2026, a leaked European Union paper revealed key demands proposed as part of a peace deal with Russia over the Ukraine conflict. The EU requires Russia to hold free elections and to withdraw its military forces from Belarus, Georgia, …

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Fact Check: NO TMZ Story About Zelensky Buying Diddy's Mansion For $61 Million -- Nothing On Their Site

Did tabloid news outlet TMZ publish a report saying Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy bought a Los Angeles mansion belonging to Sean "Diddy" Combs for $61 Million? No, that's not true: Using TMZ's search box, Lead Stories found no such story …

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Could Witkoff be ousted from Ukraine talks? Senators hear 'chatter' of Russian deals

Could Witkoff be ousted from Ukraine talks? Senators hear 'chatter' of Russian deals

U.S. senators visiting Odesa on Feb. 18 struck a cautious tone when asked whether Special Envoy Steve Witkoff should remain at the center of negotiations with Russia.

The remarks place Congress in a delicate position: aware of mounting controversy …

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Ukraine reportedly strikes oil depot in Russia's Pskov Oblast, targets Belgorod with missiles, leaving blackouts

Ukraine reportedly strikes oil depot in Russia's Pskov Oblast, targets Belgorod with missiles, leaving blackouts

Ukraine reportedly struck an oil depot in Russia's Pskov Oblast and launched missiles at the Russian city of Belgorod, causing power outages in parts of the city, Telegram news channels and local authorities reported overnight Feb. 18-19.

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🎯 Ukrainian military drones destroy enemy critical infrastructure #shorts

🎯 Ukrainian military drones destroy enemy critical infrastructure #shorts

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,256,080 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,256,080 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 740 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Investigation: How Russian drones exploit European technologies to strike Ukraine, and beyond

Investigation: How Russian drones exploit European technologies to strike Ukraine, and beyond

Editor's note: This story is part of a cross-border investigative project that involved eight newsrooms, initiated by De Tijd (Belgium) and coordinated by the Kyiv Independent and OCCRP.

A tiny Austrian sensor designed for precise motion control made …

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Zelensky says Ukraine ready to refrain from strikes on Russia amid Geneva talks

Ukraine is determined to end the war, while Russia carried out a massive barrage even on the day of talks in Geneva, President Volodymyr Zelensky said in an evening video address on Tuesday, February 17.

“There will be a delegation report today - …

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Russia's hybrid warfare rattles Poland and NATO

Russian hybrid warfare tactics have intensified against Poland as of mid-February 2026, with covert operations including sabotage of railway infrastructure, unmanned drone incursions, and cyberattacks reported by Polish officials. The use of …

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Former Ukrainian energy minister Herman Halushchenko ordered held for 60 days on money laundering charges

Ukraine’s High Anti-Corruption Court (HACC) on Tuesday, February 17, ordered former energy minister Herman Halushchenko, who is accused of money laundering, to be held in custody for 60 days - until April 15.

However, Halushchenko can be released if …

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⚡ UKRAINE recaptured 201 km² in 5 days – the largest gain in 2.5 years #shorts

⚡ UKRAINE recaptured 201 km² in 5 days – the largest gain in 2.5 years #shorts

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Prosecutors seek $9.8 million bail for ex-energy minister Galushchenko in 'Operation Midas' corruption probe

Ukraine’s anti-corruption authorities will ask a court to keep former Energy Minister Herman Galushchenko in custody pending trial, with the option of bail, a spokesperson for the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAP) said. SAP will …

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Sidorov appointed to lead 17th Army Corps

The former commander of the 14th Mechanized Brigade, Colonel Yaroslav Sidorov, has been appointed commander of Ukraine’s 17th Army Corps. His appointment was revealed through a gift certificate issued by…

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Ukraine war latest: Drones strike oil, chemical plants in Russia as fresh peace talks begin in Geneva

Ukraine war latest: Drones strike oil, chemical plants in Russia as fresh peace talks begin in Geneva

Key developments on Feb. 17

  • Ukraine, Russia hold US-mediated Geneva talks focused on 'practical issues,' negotiations to resume Feb. 18
  • SBU strikes chemical factory used for explosives production deep inside Russia
  • Kremlin threatens to deploy navy if …
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Ukraine is ready. We don't need war. We always act in mirror response, – Zelenskyy #shorts

Ukraine is ready. We don't need war. We always act in mirror response, – Zelenskyy #shorts

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Russia sources German Infineon transistors for combat drones despite sanctions, Ukraine’s military intelligence says

Moscow is leaning on long-standing networks - agents of influence and “shadow” lobbyists - to advance its goals, Ukraine’s military intelligence agency (GUR) said.

A single Russian Shahed/Geran drone can contain 8 to 12 transistors produced by German …

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Ukraine’s Air Force denies reports of foreign pilots flying F-16s over Kyiv

Ukraine’s Air Force has denied reports that foreign pilots are flying F-16 fighter jets to protect the country’s airspace. Earlier, a French outlet reported the creation of an international squadron guarding the skies over Kyiv.

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LASERS against RUSSIAN DRONES – "Sunray" system protects Ukrainian skies | Front News

LASERS against RUSSIAN DRONES – "Sunray" system protects Ukrainian skies | Front News

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Ukrainian military to train Germany’s Bundeswehr in drones and battlefield apps

Fighters from the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) will train Bundeswehr personnel to use drones and conduct operations via mobile applications, Der Spiegel reported.

Earlier, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and Ukrainian President Volodymyr …

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Winter has grounded Ukraine's interceptor drones, gutting Kyiv's air defense

Winter has grounded Ukraine's interceptor drones, gutting Kyiv's air defense

From his base near the hotly contested town of Kostiantynivka, Donetsk Oblast, Vladyslav has, by his own estimates, downed upwards of 60 Russian drones using Ukrainian interceptor drones over the past year.

Winter has exposed many foundational …

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Ukrainian forces hit Russian Ka-27 helicopter in Crimea, strike three UAV control centers

Ukrainian troops overnight into Tuesday struck a Ka-27 helicopter and three Russian drone control centers on Russian-occupied territory of Ukraine and inside Russia, the General Staff said on February 17.

“In the area of the settlement of Kamyshly …

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Court sets $4.6 million bail for Ukrainian ex-minister in biggest graft case of Zelensky era

Court sets $4.6 million bail for Ukrainian ex-minister in biggest graft case of Zelensky era

The High Anti-Corruption Court on Feb. 17 placed former Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko in custody for two months in a major corruption case and set bail at Hr 200 million ($4.6 million).

The official has been investigated by the National …

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Russian 'Rubikon' drone operator defects to Ukraine after witnessing civilian killing

A Russian serviceman deserted from the “Rubikon” unit of the Russian Armed Forces after witnessing the reaction of fellow Russians to the death of a Ukrainian civilian woman. He was subsequently reassigned to an assault role but used the “I Want to …

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ORBÁN IN PANIC! Hungary and Slovakia desperately hunt Putin oil routes around Ukraine!

ORBÁN IN PANIC! Hungary and Slovakia desperately hunt Putin oil routes around Ukraine!

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'If you stop, you die' — Inside Ukraine's last fight for Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad

'If you stop, you die' — Inside Ukraine's last fight for Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad

DONETSK OBLAST — Walking through the mine-infested field under intense Russian drone surveillance was the scariest part of the mission for 22-year-old infantryman Mykola.

"If you stop, you die," said Mykola, a small-framed soldier with dark circles …

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Ex-CIA director David Petraeus outlines conditions that could force Russia to halt the war

Ukraine is inflicting heavy losses on Russian forces, but without a significant increase in external pressure, the Russian leadership won’t be ready to stop the war.

At some point, however, Moscow will make concessions—if pressure on Russia’s war …

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Ukrainian special forces destroy Iskander missile depot in occupied Crimea

Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces (SSO) used FP-2 drones to destroy Russian rear-area and operational infrastructure on Russian-occupied Ukrainian territory, including an Iskander missile storage site, the SSO command said on Facebook.

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Russia and Ukraine resume U.S.-mediated talks in Geneva

Representatives from Russia and Ukraine on Tuesday, February 17, restarted U.S.-mediated negotiations in Geneva, dpa reported. Kyiv aims to focus on humanitarian issues and security guarantees, while Moscow is pushing for territorial concessions, …

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DeepState: Defense of Myrnohrad nears end as Russian forces push toward Pokrovsk

The defense of Myrnohrad is nearing its end as Russian troops engulf the city, while launch points for Russian drones are being detected in the southern part of Pokrovsk, according to analysts from the DeepState project.

Russian forces are also …

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Zelensky orders 'purges' at Ukraine’s Security Service amid anti-corruption probe and leadership shake-up

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced “purges” at the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU).

He said that on Monday, February 16, he heard briefings from acting SBU chief Yevhen Khmara and his deputy, Oleksandr Poklad, on countering Russian …

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Ukraine seizes initiative along 40-km front, pushing Russians back over 9 km amid Starlink blackout

Ukraine’s Defense Forces carried out a series of counterattacks on the southern front, bringing 12 settlements back under Kyiv’s control.

A disruption of Starlink satellite communications weakened Russian occupation forces, according to Ukrainian …

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Ukrainian forces mount assaults near Hulyaipole, Syrskyi says

The situation on the Oleksandrivske axis and around the city of Huliaipole in Zaporizhzhia region remains difficult, but Ukraine’s Defense Forces are carrying out effective counterattacks and assault operations, Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces …

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1 killed, 25 injured across Ukraine as Russia launches latest mass missile, drone attack

1 killed, 25 injured across Ukraine as Russia launches latest mass missile, drone attack

In Odesa, long-range Russian strikes on infrastructure and residential homes saw three civilians injured, according to regional governor Serhii Lysak.

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From the Gulag to Ukraine: The Kyiv Independent exposes Russia’s culture of torture in new documentary

From the Gulag to Ukraine: The Kyiv Independent exposes Russia’s culture of torture in new documentary

The Kyiv Independent’s War Crimes Investigations Unit will present a new documentary, “Torture Culture,” exposing the systematic torture of Ukrainian civilians in Russian captivity and highlighting Russia’s use of torture throughout history.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,255,340 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,255,340 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 890 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Drones strike multiple Russian regions, sparking major fire at oil refinery in Krasnodar Krai

Drones strike multiple Russian regions, sparking major fire at oil refinery in Krasnodar Krai

The Ilsky oil refinery in Krasnodar Krai, which supplies fuel to Russian troops, processes 6.42 million tons of oil annually, according to Ukraine's General Staff.

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Zelensky orders air defenses readied as Russia plans mass strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says intelligence indicates Russia is preparing further large-scale attacks on the country’s energy infrastructure and urged that Ukraine’s air defenses be properly configured. He delivered the remarks in a …

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Multiple explosions reported across Russian-occupied Crimea, Crimean Bridge closed

Overnight Tuesday, February 17, a series of explosions was reported across Russian-occupied Crimea. Local social media channels and monitoring groups, including Crimean Wind, cited drone attacks, rocket strikes and activity by Russian air defenses. …

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Ukraine's military turns Russian equipment into 'scrap metal' in newly released video

Ukraine's military turns Russian equipment into 'scrap metal' in newly released video

Over the past week, the elite Prymary ("Ghosts") unit targeted several high-value pieces of Russian military equipment, including a Pantsir missile system.

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Zelensky warns of new Russian strikes on Ukraine as Geneva peace talks resume

Zelensky warns of new Russian strikes on Ukraine as Geneva peace talks resume

President Volodymyr Zelensky said Feb. 16 that Russia is preparing new large-scale attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure as Kyiv's negotiating team arrived in Geneva for another round of peace talks with the United States and Russia.

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Aid to Ukraine's energy sector & Kremlin Pressure – Interview with EU Commissioner Dan Jørgensen

Aid to Ukraine's energy sector & Kremlin Pressure – Interview with EU  Commissioner Dan Jørgensen

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🇺🇦 Ukraine EXPECTS new ENERGY aid NEXT week #shorts

🇺🇦 Ukraine EXPECTS new ENERGY aid NEXT week #shorts

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In Munich, Ukraine and Europe face collapse of post-Cold War order

In Munich, Ukraine and Europe face collapse of post-Cold War order

The U.S.-Europe dynamic was more cordial at the Feb. 13-15 Munich Security Conference than last year, with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivering a conciliatory speech.

But the substance of the relationship remained unchanged, despite the …

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Russians GOT DUPED – occupiers' Starlinks BLOCKED! Major aid package for Ukraine

Russians GOT DUPED – occupiers' Starlinks BLOCKED! Major aid package for Ukraine

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National Guard Forms Two Artillery Brigades

As part of the final steps towards transitioning to a Corps-Brigade structure across the Ukrainian Defense Forces, the Ukrainian National Guard is forming two new artillery brigades, each assigned to…

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Russia attempts pincer move to encircle Pokrovsk, Ukraine says

Russian forces are intensifying pressure from the Kotlyne and Rodynske areas of Donetsk region and attempting a pincer movement to encircle the Pokrovsk agglomeration, according to the 7th Rapid Response Corps of Ukraine’s Air Assault Forces (DShV), …

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Lithuania warns against 'hollow' Article 5-like guarantees for Ukraine

Lithuania warns against 'hollow' Article 5-like guarantees for Ukraine

Dismissing any approximations to Article 5 as mere "rhetorical expressions," Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys named financial support for Ukraine's military or future EU membership as more realistic guarantees.

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Ukraine knocks out power in Bryansk, the fifth Russian regional capital hit by energy strikes

The Russian city of Bryansk has faced large-scale outages for the first time this winter after drone attacks. Regional authorities called it “the most powerful and massive attack” by Ukraine since the start of the war.

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The Mathematics of War: How to Tell Real Losses From Propaganda

On the eve of the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, this war has definitively become the bloodiest armed conflict in Europe since World War II. According to estimates by the Center for Strategic and International Studies …

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Yandex Maps blurs cemeteries to hide record Russian losses in Ukraine

The Russian platform “Yandex Maps” has begun blurring cemeteries in the same way it obscures military sites, in an apparent attempt to conceal losses in the war against Ukraine.

Russia’s army is taking such massive losses in Ukraine that the scale is …

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Croatia rejects transporting Russian oil to Hungary, Slovakia as flows via Ukraine halted

Croatia rejects transporting Russian oil to Hungary, Slovakia as flows via Ukraine halted

"A barrel bought from Russia may appear cheaper to some countries, but helps fund war and attacks on Ukrainian people. It’s time to stop that war profiteering," Croatian Economy Minister Ante Susnjar said.

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'We will take action' — Ukraine ramps up fight against illegal gas dealers with online chat bot

'We will take action' — Ukraine ramps up fight against illegal gas dealers with online chat bot

Members of the public, businesspeople, and journalists will be able to upload information about dodgy dealings in the fuel market to the a chat bot called StopShadowBot on the popular messaging app Telegram.

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At night, the Armed Forces of Ukraine struck an oil terminal in the Krasnodar region #shorts

At night, the Armed Forces of Ukraine struck an oil terminal in the Krasnodar region #shorts

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WOW! TECH VICTORY OF UKRAINIAN ARMY: Russia out of oil, UAVs downed, NATO in shock after "Hedgehog"

WOW! TECH VICTORY OF UKRAINIAN ARMY: Russia out of oil, UAVs downed, NATO in shock after "Hedgehog"

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WAR CONTINUES DESPITE TALKS! Ukraine methodically destroys Russia's energy sector

WAR CONTINUES DESPITE TALKS! Ukraine methodically destroys Russia's energy sector

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Russia scales up offensive from north of Pokrovsk, Ukrainian military says

Russia scales up offensive from north of Pokrovsk, Ukrainian military says

The 7th Corps report comes as Ukraine clings to its last positions in Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad in eastern Donetsk Oblast, both of which have mostly been occupied by Russia, Emil Kastehelmi, a military analyst with the Black Bird Group, told the Kyiv …
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“Only hurt remains” — Bidding farewell to veteran, his three children killed in Russian drone attack on Bohodukhiv 

Vessel for holy water with aspergillum inside, behind him — a small white coffin. Priests to the left, people gathered for the funerals to the right.

UKRAINE, SKOVORODYNIVKA — The biers for the ceremony were set up in advance. 

First, funeral workers carried out Hryhorii Shykula’s coffin, the largest of the four. He was 34 when the Russian kamikaze drone hit their new family house in Bohodukhiv …

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How war disrupted my love story

How war disrupted my love story

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In a country at war, where thousands of loved ones are separated by the front, captivity, or distance, love is an act of endurance.

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Ukrainian delegation heads to Geneva for talks! Europe urges citizens to prepare for war!

Ukrainian delegation heads to Geneva for talks! Europe urges citizens to prepare for war!

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Ukrainian veteran with disability injured in car explosion in Odesa, marking 2nd such incident in 10 days

Ukrainian veteran with disability injured in car explosion in Odesa, marking 2nd such incident in 10 days

The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has classified the car bombing as a terrorist attack and opened a criminal investigation, the agency said.

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Ukrainian forces hit several 'important' Russian military targets in 3 regions, General Staff says

Ukrainian forces hit several 'important' Russian military targets in 3 regions, General Staff says

The strikes targeted areas where Moscow had concentrated its troops, along with a Russian communications hub and a drone control center, the report read.

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How the Kyiv International School continues to learn, care, and lead in the hardest days

How the Kyiv International School continues to learn, care, and lead in the hardest days

Over the past several weeks, Kyiv has once again been pushed to its limits.

Massive Russian attacks crippled infrastructure across the city and surrounding  region, leaving thousands without stable electricity, heat, or water. The strikes coincided …

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Investigation: European companies keep the motors of Russia's war machine running

Investigation: European companies keep the motors of Russia's war machine running

Key findings:

  • Since launching its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russia has sought supplies of motor oil additives and lubricants from third countries to maintain its military-industrial capacity and keep vehicles and heavy machinery running.
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Ukrainian refugee shot dead in North Carolina, suspect detained

Ukrainian refugee shot dead in North Carolina, suspect detained

"This is a second time for the past year, when a Ukrainian woman who is a refugee and is hiding for safety in North Carolina, gets murdered by a man," said the brother of the late Kateryna Tovmash.

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At least 13 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 13 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russian forces attacked Ukraine with four Zirkon anti-ship hypersonic missiles, an Iskander-M ballistic missile, a Kh-31 medium-range missile, and 62 drones, of which about 40 were Shahed-type, the Air Force said.

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In Germany, Ukrainian veteran's role in Nord Stream attack tests wartime law

In Germany, Ukrainian veteran's role in Nord Stream attack tests wartime law

A former Ukrainian officer, Serhii Kuznietsov, spends his days in near-total isolation at Hamburg's detention center. He is accused by Germany of destroying Russia's Nord Stream gas pipelines months after the start of the all-out war.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,254,450 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,254,450 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 1,180 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Ex-energy minister charged in Ukraine's biggest corruption case

Ex-energy minister charged in Ukraine's biggest corruption case

Herman Halushchenko, Ukraine's former energy minister, was charged of money laundering and involvement in a criminal group as part of the country's major corruption scandal, the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) announced on Feb. 16.

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'Air defense is a daily necessity' — Zelensky says additional aid packages expected by Feb. 24 following return from Munich

'Air defense is a daily necessity' — Zelensky says additional aid packages expected by Feb. 24 following return from Munich

"There were many meetings, and most importantly – there will be new support packages for Ukraine. The key priority is missiles for air defense, for protection against ballistic missiles," Zelensky said in his evening address on Feb. 15.

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Ukraine says it hit Tamanneftegaz oil terminal in Russia’s Krasnodar region

Ukraine’s General Staff said it successfully struck an oil terminal in Russia’s Krasnodar region.

The General Staff shared details of deep-rear operations over the past 24 hours, saying a key target was an enemy oil terminal in the Kuban region. …

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Ukrainian drone attack targets multiple Russian oblasts, Bryansk reportedly left largely without electricity

Ukrainian drone attack targets multiple Russian oblasts, Bryansk reportedly left largely without electricity

Russian officials reported a large-scale drone attack targeting multiple regions on Feb. 15, including areas near Moscow and Bryansk Oblasts.

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Ukrainians "destroyed" TWO NATO battalions during military exercises #shorts

Ukrainians "destroyed" TWO NATO battalions during military exercises #shorts

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US offers Ukraine 15-year security guarantees as Kyiv seeks 30–50-year commitments, Zelensky says

At a news conference, while speaking with reporters in Munich, Volodymyr Zelensky stressed that Kyiv wants security guarantees for 30 or 50 years, not 15, as proposed by the Trump administration.

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Ukraine war latest: Ukraine destroys half of Russia's 'key' Pantsir air defense systems, security service says

Ukraine war latest: Ukraine destroys half of Russia's 'key' Pantsir air defense systems, security service says

Key developments on Feb. 14-15:

  • Ukraine destroys half of Russia's 'key' Pantsir air defense systems, security service says
  • Ukraine hits Russia's BK-16 landing craft in Crimea and other targets in Russian-occupied territories, military says
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Kremlin proposes UN-led external administration in Ukraine ahead of Geneva talks

On the eve of talks in Geneva, Russia’s Foreign Ministry said it was ready to discuss the introduction of temporary external administration in Ukraine.

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Russia revives election-day truce offer, proposes UN rule for Ukraine

Russia revives election-day truce offer, proposes UN rule for Ukraine

Russia said it is ready to halt strikes on Ukraine for a single day of voting and floated UN-backed "temporary external governance," after Zelensky said elections could be held following two months of a ceasefire.

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BURNING EAGLE & 1.2M OCCUPIERS ELIMINATED: Ukraine DESTROYS Russia’s war machine!

BURNING EAGLE & 1.2M OCCUPIERS ELIMINATED: Ukraine DESTROYS Russia’s war machine!

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Poland’s Sejm passes amnesty bill for citizens who fought for Ukraine against Russia

Poland’s Sejm, the lower house of parliament, has passed a bill granting amnesty to Polish citizens who have fought against Russia on Ukraine’s side. In a vote Friday, February 13, 429 of 460 lawmakers took part; 406 voted in favor, 4 against, and 19 …

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President Aliyev accuses Russia of deliberately striking Azerbaijan’s embassy in Kyiv three times

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev says Russia deliberately attacked his country’s diplomatic facilities in Kyiv — and that it happened more than once.

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Ukraine detains ex-energy minister German Galushchenko in Energoatom corruption probe

On Sunday, February 15, Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) detained former Energy Minister German Galushchenko. He is a figure in a case involving large-scale embezzlement at state nuclear operator Energoatom.

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Ukrainian drone attack hits Russia’s Krasnodar region, sparking oil terminal fire

Russian authorities reported a massive Ukrainian drone attack on the Krasnodar region on Sunday, February 15. Governor Veniamin Kondratyev said the assault lasted through the night and left people injured.

Kondratyev said terminals at the Black Sea …

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Ukraine pushes Russian forces out of Prymorske amid counterattacks on the southern front

Military analyst Oleksandr Kovalenko says Ukraine’s Defense Forces have stepped up tactical counterattacks along the southern axis, including in the Zaporizhzhia region. According to him, these actions are localized but yield visible results because …

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Ukraine and Russia in the Epstein files | Ukraine This Week

Ukraine and Russia in the Epstein files | Ukraine This Week

In the latest episode of Ukraine This Week, the Kyiv Independent’s Anna Belokur examines how Ukraine appears in recently released Jeffrey Epstein files. The files reference flight arrangements for models linked to Kyiv agencies, a failed real estate …
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Former Energy Minister detained at border in Ukraine's biggest corruption case, NABU says

Former Energy Minister detained at border in Ukraine's biggest corruption case, NABU says

Former Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko was detained while attempting to cross the state border, the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) said on Feb. 15.

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At least 3 killed, 15 injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine over past day

At least 3 killed, 15 injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine over past day

President Volodymyr Zelensky said Feb. 15 that Russia launched around 1,300 drones, more than 1,200 guided bombs, and 50 mostly ballistic missiles at Ukraine over the past week, targeting energy infrastructure and residential areas.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,253,270 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,253,270 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

Russia has lost around 1,253,270 troops in Ukraine since the beginning of its full-scale invasion on Feb. 24, 2022, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported on Feb. 15, 2026.

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Ukrainian drones strike oil depot in Russia's Krasnodar Krai, local authorities claim

Ukrainian drones strike oil depot in Russia's Krasnodar Krai, local authorities claim

Ukrainian drones struck several targets throughout southern Russia's Krasnodar Krai overnight on Feb. 14-15, including an oil depot, Governor Veniamin Kondratyev said.

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Ukraine destroys half of Russia's 'key' Pantsir air defense systems, security service says

Ukraine destroys half of Russia's 'key' Pantsir air defense systems, security service says

The Alpha unit of Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) destroyed half of Russia's stockpile of the coveted Pantsir air defense system, the SBU announced Feb. 14.

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UKRAINE will win on ONE condition: GLEN GRANT has announced IT! #shorts

UKRAINE will win on ONE condition: GLEN GRANT has announced IT! #shorts

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"Flamingo" FLIES 3,000 km – and TERRIFIES PUTIN: Glen Grant analyses Ukrainian ballistics

"Flamingo" FLIES 3,000 km – and TERRIFIES PUTIN: Glen Grant analyses Ukrainian ballistics

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Azerbaijan's president accuses Russia of 'deliberate attack' on country's embassy in Ukraine

Azerbaijan's president accuses Russia of 'deliberate attack' on country's embassy in Ukraine

"There were three attacks on the energy infrastructure of Azerbaijan in Ukraine, and there were also three attacks on the Azerbaijani embassy in Ukraine," Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev told the independent outlet Ukrainska Pravda.

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I feel like the IOC took my MEDAL away from me, says Ukrainian athlete HERASKEVYCH #shorts

I feel like the IOC took my MEDAL away from me, says Ukrainian athlete HERASKEVYCH #shorts

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Russia’s Channel One airs fake French newspaper covers from the ‘Matryoshka’ bot network to attack Zelensky

Russia’s state-run Channel One showcased what it said were French newspaper front pages criticizing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky — but the covers were fabricated.

During the talk show “Vremya Pokazhet” (“Time Will Tell”), host Ruslan …

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Russia’s external debt reaches $319.8 billion as wartime spending fuels borrowing binge

Spending in Russia’s 2025 budget jumped from more than 1 trillion rubles (13.11 billion) to 5.7 trillion (74.73 billion), and the trend is holding in 2026 as the occupying country keeps borrowing.

On February 1, Russia’s external sovereign debt set …

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Munich now! Heated discussions about PEACE after Russia's WAR against Ukraine #shorts

Munich now! Heated discussions about PEACE after Russia's WAR against Ukraine #shorts

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EU accession process 'designed for peace,' needs 'solution' to bring Ukraine into bloc sooner, official says

EU accession process 'designed for peace,' needs 'solution' to bring Ukraine into bloc sooner, official says

"(W)e have to find a solution to bridge the gap between the current methodology and the geopolitical challenges. We cannot wait any longer," European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos said.

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Ukraine integrates international defense legions into assault units

Ukraine’s Ground Forces Command has officially said the International Defense Legions of Ukraine have been integrated into assault units. The announcement, posted on the command’s Facebook page, is the first formal clarification of the fate of the …

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Why Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid aren’t ‘revenge’ for Kyiv’s deep strike campaign

Why Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid aren’t ‘revenge’ for Kyiv’s deep strike campaign

After its largest winter mass attack on Feb. 3, Russia's Defense Ministry said the strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure were carried out "in response to terrorist attacks by Kyiv on civilian objects" in Russia. Some state media described the …

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Ukraine says SBU special forces destroyed half of Russia’s Pantsir air-defense systems in 2025

Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) says fighters from its Alpha Special Operations Center destroyed half of Russia’s Pantsir surface-to-air missile and gun systems in 2025. 

The Pantsir is described as one of Russia’s modern, key air-defense systems, …

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Donbas will remain Ukrainian – period! Zelenskyy’s message to Putin #shorts

Donbas will remain Ukrainian – period! Zelenskyy’s message to Putin #shorts

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IMF lifts prior conditions for Ukraine loan program, Prime Minister says

IMF lifts prior conditions for Ukraine loan program, Prime Minister says

According to Svyrydenko, the program will be considered at the next meeting of the IMF Executive Board, while there has been "much discussion about how this will be done."

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Ukraine hits Russia's BK-16 landing craft in Crimea and other targets in Russian-occupied territories, military says

Ukraine hits Russia's BK-16 landing craft in Crimea and other targets in Russian-occupied territories, military says

The General Staff reported that Russia's BK-16 landing vessel, a high-speed landing craft for coastal operations and troop transport, was "successfully hit" on Feb. 12 in Russian-occupied Crimea.

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Ukrainian FLAMINGO reached St. Petersburg as elite RF divisions burn near Kursk!

Ukrainian FLAMINGO reached St. Petersburg as elite RF divisions burn near Kursk!

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Territorial concessions by Ukraine won't bring peace, Zelensky says in Munich

Territorial concessions by Ukraine won't bring peace, Zelensky says in Munich

"It would be an illusion to believe that this war can now be reliably ended by dividing Ukraine – just as it was an illusion to believe that sacrificing Czechoslovakia would save Europe from a greater war," Zelensky said at the Munich Security …
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MSC-2026: day two. UKRAINE – at the conference #shorts

MSC-2026: day two. UKRAINE – at the conference #shorts

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EU to release €90 billion loan to Ukraine if IMF approves new program, Svyrydenko says

In December 2025, European leaders agreed to provide Ukraine a zero-interest €90 billion loan in 2026–2027 backed by EU guarantees.

The European Union will release the €90 billion loan to Ukraine if the IMF and Kyiv agree on a new $8.1 billion …

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LIVE | Ukraine at MSC-2026: Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s press conference

LIVE | Ukraine at MSC-2026: Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s press conference

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Germany seeks to buy Polish Piorun MANPADS for Ukraine, Tusk says

Germany is seeking to purchase Piorun man-portable air-defense systems (MANPADS) from Poland to transfer them to Ukraine as military aid, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said, according to Defence24.

Tusk said Germany has shown strong interest in …

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,252,020 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,252,020 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 1,070 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Over 177,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine identified by media investigation

Over 177,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine identified by media investigation

Russian independent media outlet Mediazona, in collaboration with the BBC Russian service, has confirmed the identities of 177,433 Russian military personnel killed in Ukraine.

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'Terrorizing the civilian population' — At least 2 injured in Russian drone attack on Kyiv Oblast

'Terrorizing the civilian population' — At least 2 injured in Russian drone attack on Kyiv Oblast

The attack targeted the Vyshhorod district of Ukraine's national capital region, which is located on the northern outskirts of Kyiv. Regional Governor Mykola Kalashnyk reported that a man and a woman were hospitalized with injuries stemming from the …

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Ukrainian MP says peace talks are stalled by Russia’s unacceptable demands.

Ukrainian MP Roman Kostenko says negotiations to end the Russia-Ukraine war have yielded no results. He argues there’s been no progress because Russia is sticking to demands that are unacceptable for Ukraine.

Kostenko, who serves as secretary of the …

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Ukrainian ballistic missile range: FP9 and “FLAMINGO” are not the only developments #shorts

Ukrainian ballistic missile range: FP9 and “FLAMINGO” are not the only developments #shorts

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Rubio skips Ukraine meeting with European leaders at Munich conference

Rubio skips Ukraine meeting with European leaders at Munich conference

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio skipped a Berlin Format Ukraine meeting at the Munich Security Conference, the Financial Times reported Feb. 13, raising concerns among European officials amid broader transatlantic tensions.

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NATO chief Rutte mocks Russia’s snail-paced offensive, touts Europe’s growing unity on Ukraine

After years of U.S. complaints that Europe wasn’t spending enough on defense, the tide is shifting. Within NATO, there’s now a “clear shift in thinking.”

Europe has begun taking more responsibility for its own defense, and after the summit in The …

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Ukraine grants first arms export licenses since full-scale invasion, Umerov says

Ukrainian defense companies have, for the first time since the start of the full-scale war, received approval to export their own products, as Kyiv seeks additional funding to grow its domestic defense-industrial base.

Rustem Umerov, secretary of …

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Ukraine says Russian casualties in the battle for Pokrovsk could fill Moscow's Red Square

Bodies of Russian troops killed in the battle for Pokrovsk would fill Moscow’s Red Square, Ukraine’s Air Assault Forces claimed, as they sought to illustrate the scale of recent Russian losses.

Over six months of fighting in the Pokrovsk area, …

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Russian TV channel NTV admits it underestimated Zelensky and Ukraine as Kremlin narrative shifts

For the first time on NTV, an assessment of Volodymyr Zelensky diverged from past talking points. Russian commentators acknowledged they had “underestimated” the Ukrainian president.

On Russia’s NTV, an inconvenient truth for the Kremlin surfaced: …

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'Drone wall': Can Europe shield itself from Russian threats?

Denmark leads a European ‘drone wall’ project aiming to build a drone early warning system to defend against Russian UAV threats amid the Ukraine war.

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Ukraine War Latest: UK to spend $545M on hypersonic weapons after Ukraine battlefield lessons

Ukraine War Latest: UK to spend $545M on hypersonic weapons after Ukraine battlefield lessons

Key developments on Feb. 13

  • Ukraine's battlefield lessons drive UK to spend over $545 million on hypersonic, long-range weapons in 2026
  • Using Starlink ruse, Ukrainian cyber forces trick Russian soldiers into revealing positions, donating to armed …
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SYBIHA at MSC-2026: PEACE in exchange for UKRAINIAN SOVEREIGNTY – no way! #shorts

SYBIHA at MSC-2026: PEACE in exchange for UKRAINIAN SOVEREIGNTY – no way! #shorts

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Using Starlink ruse, Ukrainian cyber forces trick Russian soldiers into revealing positions, donating to armed forces

Using Starlink ruse, Ukrainian cyber forces trick Russian soldiers into revealing positions, donating to armed forces

The group received $5,870 from Russian soldiers seeking to restore connectivity which it is donating to fundraising efforts for Ukrainian drones.

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EU says no shortcut to Ukraine reforms amid 2027 membership speculation

EU says no shortcut to Ukraine reforms amid 2027 membership speculation

"Let's have this discussion, with one baseline: full membership comes only after full reforms," Marta Kos, the European Commissioner for Enlargement, said on Feb. 13 in Tallinn.

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Zelensky awards Order of Freedom to Vladyslav Heraskevych after IOC bans memorial helmet

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a decree awarding skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych the Order of Freedom. The honor was bestowed on the member of Ukraine’s national Olympic team for “selfless service to the Ukrainian people, …

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Ukraine says partners pledge $38 billion in 2026 military aid, with focus on drones and air defense

Ukraine’s partners have earmarked $38 billion for weapons purchases, army reform and fighter training following the “Ramstein-33” contact group meeting, Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said.

The 33rd Ramstein meeting took place February 11–12 at …

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Ukraine struck $100 million Russian Nebo-U radar system in occupied Crimea, General Staff claims

Ukraine struck $100 million Russian Nebo-U radar system in occupied Crimea, General Staff claims

Ukraine struck a Russian 55Zh6U "Nebo-U" long-range radar station, estimated to cost around $100 million, near Yevpatoriia in occupied Crimea, the General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces reported on Feb. 13.

The Nebo-U is a strategic early-warning …

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'Modern Ukrainian technology, battle-tested' — Zelensky unveils 1st drone produced by German-Ukrainian joint venture

'Modern Ukrainian technology, battle-tested' — Zelensky unveils 1st drone produced by German-Ukrainian joint venture

The facility is expected to produce up to 10,000 drones within a year, all of which will be delivered to the Ukrainian Armed Forces, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky.

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LIVE | MSC-2026. SPOTLIGHT on Security Guarantees for UKRAINE: participation of ANDRII SYBIHA

LIVE | MSC-2026. SPOTLIGHT on Security Guarantees for UKRAINE: participation of ANDRII SYBIHA

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Zelensky slams IOC over Heraskevych disqualification, praises ‘Memory Helmet’ stance

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the IOC’s decision to disqualify Vladyslav Heraskevych and thanked the athlete for taking a stand.

Zelensky issued a statement on the controversy surrounding the Ukrainian skeleton athlete’s “Memory …

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Ukraine and Germany open their first joint plant to produce Ukrainian-designed AI drones, with 10,000 expected this

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has unveiled the first Ukrainian-German facility producing drones for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Zelensky released footage of the inaugural joint venture, which manufactures unmanned aerial vehicles for …

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Russia confirms $12 trillion pitch to Trump tied to Ukraine deal — White House stays silent on proposals

Russia confirms $12 trillion pitch to Trump tied to Ukraine deal — White House stays silent on proposals

Russia appeared to confirm on Feb. 13 the existence of a sweeping U.S.-Russia economic proposal known in Kyiv as the "Dmitriev package," days after President Volodymyr Zelensky first disclosed it publicly.

The Ukrainian president said on Feb. 6 that …

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Ukrainian drones strike Volgograd, damaging homes and infrastructure

Explosions were heard overnight into February 13 in the Russian city of Volgograd, in what authorities said was a drone attack. Russian officials reported several injuries.

Regional governor Andrei Bocharov said residential buildings were struck, …

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The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for an Editorial Assistant.

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Regarding the torture of Ukrainians

Regarding the torture of Ukrainians

Torturing prisoners is not merely a war crime that Russians perpetrate, it's part of Russian culture. Susan Sontag's 20-year-old essays may help us understand it.

In the Kyiv Independent's latest investigative documentary "Torture Culture," we …

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From Stalin to Putin – Russia’s history of torture | Documentary

From Stalin to Putin – Russia’s history of torture | Documentary

Torture in Russian captivity is systematic. In a new documentary, The Kyiv Independent’s War Crimes Investigations Unit uncovers the torture of Ukrainian civilians held by Russian forces and traces the roots of these practices through Russian …
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Ukraine's battlefield lessons drive UK to spend over $545 million on hypersonic, long-range weapons in 2026

Ukraine's battlefield lessons drive UK to spend over $545 million on hypersonic, long-range weapons in 2026

"To meet this new era of rising threats, we need hard power, strong alliances, and sure diplomacy," U.K. Defense Secretary John Healey said.

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$38 BILLION FOR THE AFU! Munich gives the "GREEN LIGHT" for the complete rearmament of Ukraine

$38 BILLION FOR THE AFU! Munich gives the "GREEN LIGHT" for the complete rearmament of Ukraine

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Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces release footage of strikes on Russian airfield in Crimea, other targets in occupied territories

Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces release footage of strikes on Russian airfield in Crimea, other targets in occupied territories

Ukraine's Unmanned System Forces struck on Feb. 12 an airfield, the Kirova electrical substation, and a data center, among other targets.

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Allies pledge 35 Patriot missiles for Ukraine — sounds a lot, but is it?

Allies pledge 35 Patriot missiles for Ukraine — sounds a lot, but is it?

Ukraine is set to receive 35 missiles for U.S.-produced Patriot air defense systems from its partners soon, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said on Feb. 12.

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Russia just laid out its Ukraine war endgame — here's what Moscow actually wants

Russia just laid out its Ukraine war endgame — here's what Moscow actually wants

As the United States renews its diplomatic push to end Russia's war against Ukraine, Moscow is making something clear: its position has not changed.

While U.S., Ukrainian, and Russian officials met for trilateral talks in January and again in early …

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Whither Trump's peace in Ukraine?

Whither Trump's peace in Ukraine?

Since the beginning of this year, President Donald Trump has turned much of his personal attention to foreign policy, from Venezuela to Greenland to Iran. Cuba, Mexico, Canada, South Africa, Nigeria, Syria, and perhaps other countries are also in his …

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Zelensky arrives at Munich Security Conference for talks with European, US officials

Zelensky arrives at Munich Security Conference for talks with European, US officials

"On the agenda is the first joint Ukrainian-German drone production enterprise, as well as bilateral and multilateral meetings with partners," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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Zelensky's ex-chief of staff Yermak to represent Ukrainian athlete in IOC case, lawyer says

Zelensky's ex-chief of staff Yermak to represent Ukrainian athlete in IOC case, lawyer says

Heraskevych, who is expected to be represented by Yermak, said on Feb. 10 that he had been barred from using a custom helmet at the 2026 Winter Olympics that honors Ukrainian athletes killed in Russia’s war.

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At least 9 killed, 28 injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine over past day

At least 9 killed, 28 injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine over past day

Russia launched an Iskander-M ballistic missile and 154 attack drones overnight at Ukraine, according to the Air Force.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,250,950 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,250,950 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 800 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Several Ukrainian children abducted to Russia returned in initiative backed by Melania Trump, White House says

Several Ukrainian children abducted to Russia returned in initiative backed by Melania Trump, White House says

Several Ukrainian children previously taken to Russia have been returned to their families in Ukraine, U.S. First Lady Melania Trump announced on Feb. 12.

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'It means more than any medal' — Ukraine's skeleton racer sacrifices Olympic dream to honor war victims

'It means more than any medal' — Ukraine's skeleton racer sacrifices Olympic dream to honor war victims

Editor's note: This story has been updated with comments from President Volodymyr Zelensky and Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha.

Wearing a helmet commemorating Ukrainian athletes killed by Russia is not allowed, the  International Olympic Committee …

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Ukraine will not accept a bad peace deal, Zelensky says

Ukraine will not accept a bad peace deal, Zelensky says

In an interview with The Atlantic, President Volodymyr Zelensky said he would rather accept no deal than pressure Ukrainians into a bad one, insisting that any settlement to end the war must ensure a dignified, lasting peace.

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Ukrainian “FLAMINGO” incinerated ARSENAL with MISSILES in RUSSIA! #shorts

Ukrainian “FLAMINGO” incinerated ARSENAL with MISSILES in RUSSIA! #shorts

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Ukraine’s military intelligence names 14 suspects in cultural property thefts from occupied territories

Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (GUR) has published a new list of 14 people it says are involved in the unlawful removal of cultural assets from temporarily occupied territories.

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Ukraine secures nearly $38 billion in military aid after Ramstein meeting

Ukraine secures nearly $38 billion in military aid after Ramstein meeting

Ukraine's partners pledged nearly $38 billion in new military aid following the meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in the Ramstein format on Feb. 12, Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said.

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Russian air defense worth $50 million destroyed! Ukraine delivers a painful blow!

Russian air defense worth $50 million destroyed! Ukraine delivers a painful blow!

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Russia keeps delaying deadlines to capture Donbas as it seeks to cut Ukraine off from the Black Sea, Ukrainian lawmaker says

Russia has established timelines to capture Donbas and other Ukrainian territories but keeps pushing them back amid Ukrainian resistance, according to Roman Kostenko, a member of parliament and secretary of the Verkhovna Rada’s National Security, …

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LIVE | Winter OLYMPICS. Disqualification of HERASKEVYCH. Official statement by UKRAINE

LIVE | Winter OLYMPICS. Disqualification of HERASKEVYCH. Official statement by UKRAINE

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Kyiv Independent documentary ‘Can You Hear Me?’ to screen in Europe on anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion

Kyiv Independent documentary ‘Can You Hear Me?’ to screen in Europe on anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion

A documentary by The Kyiv Independent about Ukrainian military medics working on the front lines of Russia’s war will be screened in three European capitals in February, marking the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

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Ukrainian skeleton racer disqualified at Olympics for helmet honoring athletes killed in Russia's war

Ukrainian skeleton racer disqualified at Olympics for helmet honoring athletes killed in Russia's war

"This is price of our dignity," skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych wrote on X after the IOC's annoucement of his disqualification.

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Ukrainian drones reportedly strike military plant in Russia's Tambov Oblast

Ukrainian drones reportedly strike military plant in Russia's Tambov Oblast

Ukrainian drones struck a Russian military plant in Michurinsk, Tambov Oblast, overnight on Feb. 11-12, the Telegram news channel Astra reported, citing local residents.

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Russia targets Kyiv, Ukrainian cities with ballistic missiles as Moscow stalls on peace talks

Russia targets Kyiv, Ukrainian cities with ballistic missiles as Moscow stalls on peace talks

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said the ballistic missiles were targeting the city's infrastructure facilities.

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UK commits £150 million to PURL for U.S. weapons for Ukraine

The United Kingdom is allocating £150 million (€172 million) to purchase U.S. weapons for Ukraine under the Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL), UK Defense Secretary John Healey announced Wednesday, according to Politico and Reuters.

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'Remembrance is not a violation' — third Ukrainian athlete barred from wearing helmet at Olympics

'Remembrance is not a violation' — third Ukrainian athlete barred from wearing helmet at Olympics

Short track speed skater Oleh Handei said his helmet bore a line from Ukrainian poet Lina Kostenko: "Where there is heroism, there is no final defeat." It was banned from the Olympics on the grounds of being a "political slogan."

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Lavrov says U.S. has not provided Ukraine peace plan to Russia

Washington has not yet handed Moscow the new plan to end the war, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told Russian media.

Lavrov claims the Kremlin does not have the 20-point plan to end the conflict, which the White House approved with Kyiv and …

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Russia coerces families of Ukrainian POWs to register Starlink devices after blockade

Ukraine’s Defense Ministry, working with SpaceX engineers, has disabled Starlink terminals used by Russian forces, officials said. In response, Russia is seeking to restore communications by coercing relatives of Ukrainian prisoners of war to …

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EU weighs sanctions on Rosatom, Lukoil and Gazprom, Hungary says

Rosatom, Lukoil and Gazprom could be included in a new European sanctions package against Russia.

Those measures are now under discussion in Brussels, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said on the YouTube program “Hour of Justice” (Igazság …

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Ukraine needs 'specific date' for entry into EU, Zelensky says

Ukraine needs 'specific date' for entry into EU, Zelensky says

"I am absolutely confident that if ... there is no date, then Russia will do everything to block the process," President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Feb. 11.

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⚡️ Secret LASER WEAPON in Ukraine's arsenal – and CHEAP too! #shorts

⚡️ Secret LASER WEAPON in Ukraine's arsenal – and CHEAP too! #shorts

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Ukrainian Star Wars: SUNRAY laser and Russia's newest drone, the “KLIN" destroyed for the first time

Ukrainian Star Wars: SUNRAY laser and Russia's newest drone, the “KLIN" destroyed for the first time

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Ukraine urges EU to fund drone production as key to battlefield gains

More than 85% of Ukraine’s successful attacks on the battlefield are carried out by unmanned systems, and European Union financial support to scale up Ukrainian drone production is a prerequisite for positive results at the front, Deputy Defense …

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US military aid to Ukraine dropped 99% in 2025, report finds

US military aid to Ukraine dropped 99% in 2025, report finds

European countries stepped in to fill the gap, increasing military aid to Ukraine by 67% and non-military support by 59% in 2025, according to the Kiel Institute for the World Economy.

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Ukraine denies Russian capture of Bondarne as heavy fighting intensifies in Donbas

Ukrainian forces are holding their lines on the Kramatorsk axis in Donetsk region, and Russian troops are taking heavy personnel losses, Ukraine’s military said.

Reports circulating online that Russian forces seized the village of Bondarne in …

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Ukraine war latest: Russian losses in Ukraine 'astonishing,' former MI6 chief says

Ukraine war latest: Russian losses in Ukraine 'astonishing,' former MI6 chief says

Key developments on Feb. 11

  • Russian losses in Ukraine 'astonishing,' former MI6 chief says;
  • Russian strike on Kharkiv Oblast killed 3 toddlers and their father, pregnant mother injured;
  • Ukraine confirms drone strike on Russia's Volgograd oil refinery, …

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Lavrov says Ukraine peace remains distant as talks focus on military details

Reaching a settlement to the “Ukrainian crisis” will require covering a long negotiating distance, Lavrov said in an interview with the NTV television channel.

“We’ve said more than once that we must not succumb to an exuberant perception of what’s …

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European Parliament approves €90 billion Ukraine loan with tough conditions, pending Council sign-off

Members of the European Parliament voted on Wednesday, February 11, to back a financial aid package for Ukraine that includes a €90 billion Ukraine Support Loan to cover the country’s financing needs in 2026–2027, changes to the Ukraine Facility, and …

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❗️ Orbán plays a dangerous game: Is Ukraine a bargaining chip? Expert explains

❗️ Orbán plays a dangerous game: Is Ukraine a bargaining chip? Expert explains

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SBU sends text warning Russians are trying to recruit Ukrainians to register Starlink terminals

SBU sends text warning Russians are trying to recruit Ukrainians to register Starlink terminals

The messages come a week after Ukraine's defense ministry agreed with Starlink's parent company, SpaceX, to introduce mandatory registration for the internet terminals in Ukraine, a move meant to prevent their use by Russian forces.

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How 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' struggles with uncomfortable truths of wartime Russia

How 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' struggles with uncomfortable truths of wartime Russia

"I wish I could be as brave as them," says Pavel Talankin, a school videographer in the industrial town of Karabash, speaking of Russians who protested the invasion of Ukraine in its first days. "But I'm not."

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Kyiv: Russia launches Kinzhal missiles at Ukraine, two shot down

Around 14:40 local time on February 11, Russia launched a Kinzhal missile at Ukraine, Ukrainian monitoring channels reported. The missile flew over the northern part of the region toward the west, and a loud blast was heard in Lviv.

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Europe has identified sites to train Ukrainian troops inside Ukraine, EU top diplomat says

Europe has identified sites to train Ukrainian troops inside Ukraine, EU top diplomat says

"We have been discussing the training of Ukrainian soldiers, also on the soil of Ukraine," Kaja Kallas, the EU's high representative for foreign affairs, said in Brussels on Feb. 11 before a meeting of EU defense ministers.

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Japan to join PURL to buy U.S. weapons for Ukraine, limited to nonlethal equipment

Japan plans to purchase U.S. weapons for Ukraine under the PURL program, but only nonlethal items, NHK reports, citing anonymous NATO sources familiar with the matter

According to NHK, the Japanese government is expected to formally announce its …

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❗️ Scandal at the OLYMPICS: Ukraine refused to compromise with the IOC #shorts

❗️ Scandal at the OLYMPICS: Ukraine refused to compromise with the IOC #shorts

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Ukraine ready to hold new round of talks with Russia in US on Feb. 17-18. Moscow yet to confirm

Ukraine ready to hold new round of talks with Russia in US on Feb. 17-18. Moscow yet to confirm

According to the president, the negotiations would be hosted by the U.S. and will take place on Feb. 17 and Feb. 18. The talks, however, depend on Russia's agreement to take part, something that Ukraine and the U.S. have not yet received.

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LIVE | Secret Russian testing ground destroyed! It's all thanks to Ukrainian ballistics!

LIVE | Secret Russian testing ground destroyed! It's all thanks to Ukrainian ballistics!

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Chart of the week: Ukraine sees its coldest January in 16 years

Chart of the week: Ukraine sees its coldest January in 16 years

Last month was likely Ukraine’s coldest January since 2010, according to an analysis of preliminary Copernicus Climate Change Service weather data provided by Europe's EUMETSAT satellite agency.

Temperatures in Ukraine last month reached reported lows …

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Why Ukraine refuses to abandon Pokrovsk, explained

Why Ukraine refuses to abandon Pokrovsk, explained

As global attention has shifted to Ukraine’s energy crisis, the fighting on the eastern front has not slowed. The Kyiv Independent’s Francis Farrell speaks with Volodymyr Polevyi, head of public affairs for the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Air …

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Kremlin demands security guarantees for Russia as a condition for Ukraine peace talks

Russia says it will not consider any peace agreement with Ukraine unless “security guarantees” for itself are codified. The Kremlin argues its interests are being ignored in the peace process and warns talks will be fruitless without concessions. …

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Fires erupt at Volgograd plant after drone attacks, refinery reportedly targeted

In the early hours of Wednesday, February 11, Russia’s Volgograd region came under attack by Ukrainian drones, and 49 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were intercepted over the area, the Russian Defense Ministry said.

Volgograd region governor Andrey …

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Syrskyi touts second phase of corps reform, citing rising Russian losses

Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief, Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi, outlined the second phase of a corps-level reform that he says has already delivered tangible results.

Despite heavy fighting along the front line, Ukraine’s armed forces are undergoing a …

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Russia’s December toll in Ukraine was about twice Soviet Afghan war losses, former MI6 chief says

Russia’s December toll in Ukraine was about twice Soviet Afghan war losses, former MI6 chief says

Former MI6 chief Richard Moore said about 30,000 Russian troops were killed in December, roughly twice the Soviet Afghan war death toll.

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💔129-drone attack: Ukraine readies laser air defense; Russia killed a father and three children!

💔129-drone attack: Ukraine readies laser air defense; Russia killed a father and three children!

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Ukraine's Anti-Corruption Bureau to seek extradition of Timur Mindich from Israel in ‘Midas’ case

National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) Director Semen Kryvonos says an extradition request is being prepared to bring corruption suspect Timur Mindich back to Ukraine. Local media report the businessman traveled to Israel before searches …

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The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for a Vertical Video Creator.

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Russian troops infiltrate Zakotne via frozen Siverskyi Donets, Ukrainian forces conduct clearance operations

The situation in Zakotne remains tense, with Russian forces taking losses as troops from Ukraine’s 81st Separate Airmobile Brigade work to clear the village and prevent further incursions, the Ukrainian military said.

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European Parliament approves 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine

European Parliament approves 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine

The European Parliament voted to approve a 90 billion euros ($107 billion) loan to Ukraine, securing a large chunk of the country's budgetary and military needs for the next two years as the war approaches its fourth anniversary.

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The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for a Store Marketing & Growth Manager.

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Ukrainian commander ‘Perun’ confirms advances near Hulyaipole on the Zaporizhzhia front

Ukraine’s Forces have logged notable gains in the Zaporizhzhia region, with several villages reportedly liberated.

Kyiv’s troops are conducting counteroffensive actions along the Zaporizhzhia axis, and there are already “certain successes”, said …

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Ukraine energy CEO urges Europe, NATO to prepare for Russian strikes on power grid

Ukraine energy CEO urges Europe, NATO to prepare for Russian strikes on power grid

"Learn from us and don't underestimate the threat coming from Russia," Maksym Timchenko, the head of DTEK, said.

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Macron pushes small-group European talks with Putin, rejects U.S. lead

French President Emmanuel Macron has again called for restarting direct talks between Europeans and the Kremlin.

Engagement with Russian President Vladimir Putin should be “well organized” and held in a small group, he said in an interview published …

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Russia effectively dismisses US-Ukraine peace framework, says it contradicts 'real' American plan

Russia effectively dismisses US-Ukraine peace framework, says it contradicts 'real' American plan

The comments mark the third consecutive day of Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's criticism of the U.S. approach.

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We need to stop calling Ukrainians resilient

We need to stop calling Ukrainians resilient

Take a moment to imagine this: In the depths of the coldest winter in years, a neighboring country decides to destroy your country's infrastructure. Why? Your neighbor wants your land, but it's struggling to win on the battlefield.

Your neighbor has …

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Ukraine says it crushed a Russian army near Pokrovsk, exhausting Russia’s offensive potential

Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) say they have “crushed an entire Russian army” near Pokrovsk, leaving Russia’s offensive potential in the area exhausted, according to media reports.

Ukraine’s military spent recent months grinding down Russian units …

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'Russian army is not preparing to stop' — 3 toddlers among 9 killed in attacks on Ukraine over past day

'Russian army is not preparing to stop' — 3 toddlers among 9 killed in attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 129 drones at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 112.

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The hidden cost of Putin’s war: A more dependent Russia

The hidden cost of Putin’s war: A more dependent Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin has increasingly characterized his all-out war against Ukraine as a struggle for "sovereignty," yet what limited territorial gains Russia has achieved since 2022 pale in significance to the staggering dependence on …

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,249,380 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,249,380 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 820 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Ukraine's ballooning debt, explained

Ukraine's ballooning debt, explained

Ukraine's debt is ballooning. By the end of last year, the country owed over $213 billion to creditors — a hair's breadth away from the size of the country's entire economy.

That doesn't include a new 90-billion-euro loan to Kyiv agreed by

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Another Ukrainian athlete says IOC barred helmet honoring 'Ukrainian bravery' at Olympics

Another Ukrainian athlete says IOC barred helmet honoring 'Ukrainian bravery' at Olympics

Kateryna Kotsar, a Ukrainian freestyle skier, said on Feb. 10 that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) barred her from using a custom helmet with the inscription "Be Brave like Ukrainians" at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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IOC bars Ukrainian skeleton racer from wearing helmet honoring athletes killed by Russia

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has barred Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych from competing at the Olympics in a helmet bearing photos of Ukrainian athletes killed by Russia.

On Monday, the National Olympic Committee of Ukraine …

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Ukrainian drones reportedly strike Russia's Volgograd oil refinery

Ukrainian drones reportedly strike Russia's Volgograd oil refinery

Ukrainian drones targeted Russia's Volgograd oil refinery overnight Feb. 11, setting the site ablaze, local media reported.

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Kazakhstan’s constitutional overhaul signals a Ukrainian-style break from Russia

In late January, Kazakhstan unveiled an initiative to draft a new Constitution that would amend up to 84% of the foundational text. Moscow has made no secret of its irritation, framing the move as a wholesale remaking of the nation’s identity that …

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EU to sanction Georgia’s Kulevi port and Indonesia’s Karimun over Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tankers

The EU’s diplomatic service has, for the first time, proposed adding ports in third countries to its Russia sanctions regime, Reuters reported Monday, citing a document outlining measures for a 20th package of restrictions.

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Ukraine war latest: Russia threatens families of Ukrainian POWs to register Starlink terminals

Ukraine war latest: Russia threatens families of Ukrainian POWs to register Starlink terminals

Key developments on Feb. 10

  • Russia threatens families of Ukrainian POWs to register Starlink terminals, Ukraine says;
  • More arms purchases for Ukraine under NATO-led PURL initiative on the way;
  • 11-year-old child killed alongside mother after Russia …

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Russian court issues first known fine for YouTube likes under army ‘discreditation’ law

A court in Russia’s Murmansk region has convicted Ukrainian citizen and retiree Vasily Yovdiy of “discrediting” the Russian armed forces for clicking “like” on YouTube videos, according to a court ruling. It is likely the first conviction over …

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Ukraine’s defense chief aims to move troops from rear to front lines, lawmaker says

Ukraine has several times more service members in rear-area roles than on the front lines performing combat tasks and receiving corresponding pay and bonuses, opposition lawmaker Nina Yuzhanina said in a comment to Radio Svoboda, citing Defense …

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😡 Why was Ukraine's skeleton racer BANNED from honoring athletes KILLED by Russia?

😡 Why was Ukraine's skeleton racer BANNED from honoring athletes KILLED by Russia?

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⚡️ Ukrainian athlete refuses to shake hands with Russian woman at the 2026 Olympics #shorts

⚡️ Ukrainian athlete refuses to shake hands with Russian woman at the 2026 Olympics #shorts

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EU declines to speculate on Ukraine's entry date amid reports of 2027 push

EU declines to speculate on Ukraine's entry date amid reports of 2027 push

"It is clear that EU integration can contribute to our common objective: securing peace and prosperity for Ukraine," a European Commission spokesperson said.

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Russia broke the energy ceasefire. The West can enforce one that lasts

Russia broke the energy ceasefire. The West can enforce one that lasts

Russia is back to destroying Ukraine's critical infrastructure, following several days of reprieve facilitated by U.S. President Donald Trump's diplomatic push.

Moscow's brief pause on terror was unmasked as a magnified attack days later. Russian …

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🔥 Russian "LANCET" destroyed by Ukrainian CHEAP UAV for $30,000 #shorts

🔥 Russian "LANCET" destroyed by Ukrainian CHEAP UAV for $30,000 #shorts

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More arms purchases for Ukraine under NATO-led PURL initiative on the way, US ambassador says

More arms purchases for Ukraine under NATO-led PURL initiative on the way, US ambassador says

Three European nations — Norway, Germany, and the Netherlands — have contributed the most to the program, the ambassador added.

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EU lawmakers urge urgent ramp-up in military aid to Ukraine ahead of €90 billion loan vote

The European Parliament’s defense and security committee on Monday, Feb. 9, called for an urgent increase in military support for Ukraine.

After visiting Kyiv on Feb. 5–6, the delegation said it saw no signs of a ceasefire despite ongoing talks. …

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Ukrainian missiles destroy Putin’s main training ground — end of Kremlin’s secret weapon?

Ukrainian missiles destroy Putin’s main training ground — end of Kremlin’s secret weapon?

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Ukrainian Intelligence names 21 Russian drone makers, says over half remain unsanctioned

Russian companies involved in developing and producing drones used by Russia in the war against Ukraine, the agency’s press service said Monday, February 9.

The data appear in the “Aggressor’s defense industry” section of the War&Sanctions portal. …

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🤯 ORBAN blames UKRAINE for the drop in HIS RATINGS #shorts

🤯 ORBAN blames UKRAINE for the drop in HIS RATINGS #shorts

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ORBAN'S anti-Ukrainian rhetoric is intensifying! India and the West are finishing off the RF economy

ORBAN'S anti-Ukrainian rhetoric is intensifying! India and the West are finishing off the RF economy

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Analysis: What we know about Zelensky’s 'opening' of Ukraine's drones, weapons exports

Analysis: What we know about Zelensky’s 'opening' of Ukraine's drones, weapons exports

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Feb. 8 the opening of 10 offices for weapons export throughout the European Union by the end of 2026.

"Today, we are opening exports," Zelensky wrote. But the reality is a little different.

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Russia threatens families of Ukrainian POWs to register Starlink terminals, Ukraine says

Russia threatens families of Ukrainian POWs to register Starlink terminals, Ukraine says

Ukraine says Russian forces are threatening families of Ukrainian POWs to get Starlink terminals registered for battlefield use.

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❗️OLYMPICS 2026: Ukrainian athlete seeks JUSTICE #shorts

❗️OLYMPICS 2026: Ukrainian athlete seeks JUSTICE #shorts

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Ukraine moves its power grid underground to shield it from Russian attacks

Ukraine moves its power grid underground to shield it from Russian attacks

So far, Ukraine has secured one substation in an underground concrete bunker with a second one underway, Vitaliy Zaichenko, CEO of Ukrenergo, Ukraine’s state-grid operator, told the Kyiv Independent.

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Ukraine’s Starlink cutoff hobbles Russian drones and communications

After Starlink was disabled for the Russian military, Ukraine recorded a sharp drop in Russian drones operating deep behind the lines; such strikes have now almost disappeared.

Ukraine’s Armed Forces reported a noticeable decline in Russian drone …

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Kremlin pushes for closed-door Ukraine talks, says Alaska summit understandings are foundational

Russia is urging that details of the understandings discussed during U.S.-Russia talks in Alaska in August 2025 not be made public. That meeting brought together Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.

The Kremlin says future negotiations should be …

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Kremlin says Ukraine breakthrough hinges on 'Anchorage' understandings

A breakthrough in negotiations to end the “Ukrainian conflict” is possible only if the positions agreed at the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, are observed, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry …

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Japan to join NATO-led initiative to buy US weapons for Ukraine, media reports

Japan to join NATO-led initiative to buy US weapons for Ukraine, media reports

According to the NHK report, aid that Tokyo could fund for Ukraine through the program would be limited to non-lethal provisions.

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Russia says 'long way to go' in Ukraine peace talks as Lavrov rejects US optimism

Russia says 'long way to go' in Ukraine peace talks as Lavrov rejects US optimism

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned against what he described as excessive optimism surrounding the talks.

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'Second stage' of Ukrainian military's corps reform underway, Syrskyi says

'Second stage' of Ukrainian military's corps reform underway, Syrskyi says

"The increase in enemy losses is one of the results of the corps reform," read Syrskyi's quote in the post on the Ukrainian General Staff's Facebook page.

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Moldova's new prime minister makes first official visit to Ukraine to deepen EU, security ties

Moldova's new prime minister makes first official visit to Ukraine to deepen EU, security ties

"We stand with Ukraine as neighbours and friends," Moldovan Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu said upon arrival.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,248,560 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,248,560 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 980 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Senior Russian official says Moscow needs 'security guarantees'

Senior Russian official says Moscow needs 'security guarantees'

"We recognize that a peaceful settlement in Ukraine must take into account Ukraine's security interests, but the key importance, of course, is Russia's security interests," Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko said on Feb. 10.

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Ukraine says no counteroffensive near Hulyaipole, debunks Russian front-line maps

Ukrainian forces have stepped up activity near Hulyaipole, but not as part of a counteroffensive, Ukraine’s military says. Pro-war Russian bloggers (“Z-channels”) are spreading false claims about a supposed Ukrainian “counteroffensive” and about …

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Ukraine says strike on Rostov drone depot destroyed about 6,000 Russian FPV drones

Ukraine’s Defense Forces conducted a series of precision strikes on Russian military targets, inflicting what they described as significant losses to Russia’s “offensive potential.” The attacks destroyed a command post, an ammunition depot and, …

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Russian ArBat battalion commander 'Abrek' killed in Ukraine

Ayk Gasparyan, the commander of the volunteer battalion “ArBat” with the call sign “Abrek,” went to war with the Russian Armed Forces and was killed after three years of fighting. “Abrek” had been imprisoned for robbery and was due to serve seven …

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Intercepted call reveals Russian soldiers shot civilians near Pokrovsk, Ukrainian intelligence says

Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence directorate published an audio intercept it says confirms another war crime committed by Russian forces.

According to the intercepted call, two servicemen from Russia’s army shot local civilians in the Pokrovsk area and …

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Pope Leo sends 80 generators, thousands of medicines to Ukraine

Pope Leo sends 80 generators, thousands of medicines to Ukraine

Pope Leo XIV has sent 80 electric generators along with medicines and food supplies to Ukraine to help civilians cope with the effects of freezing winter temperatures and constant attacks, the Vatican said on Feb. 9.

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IOC bars Ukrainian athlete’s helmet honoring athletes killed during war

IOC bars Ukrainian athlete’s helmet honoring athletes killed during war

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych said on Feb. 10 that he has been barred from using a custom helmet at the 2026 Winter Olympics, that honors Ukrainian athletes killed by Russia’s war.

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Ukrainian Mi-24 helicopter crew killed during combat mission

Ukrainian Mi-24 helicopter crew killed during combat mission

The crew of a Ukrainian Mi-24 helicopter was killed while carrying out a combat mission, the 11th Separate Army Aviation Brigade “Kherson” reported.

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Russia's Arctic shadow war: How Moscow’s most-probed front fuels its Ukraine invasion

Russia's Arctic shadow war: How Moscow’s most-probed front fuels its Ukraine invasion

Norway’s Svalbard fiber optic cables — a pair carrying vital Arctic satellite data from SvalSat, the world’s largest commercial ground station — thread through waters dangerously close to Russia’s reach.

The Kremlin's Nagurskoye air base on Franz …

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🚀 Ukrainian UAVs will be manufactured in GERMANY, and 10 weapon hubs will open across EUROPE

🚀 Ukrainian UAVs will be manufactured in GERMANY, and 10 weapon hubs will open across EUROPE

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🛰️ ALGORITHMS WIN: Starlink down in Russia, Kapustin Yar ablaze. What replaced tanks in Ukraine?

🛰️ ALGORITHMS WIN: Starlink down in Russia, Kapustin Yar ablaze. What replaced tanks in Ukraine?

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Behind the Guns: Western Tools, Russian Firepower

Behind the Guns: Western Tools, Russian Firepower

The war has increasingly become a war of drones, but this does not mean that other means of warfare have lost their relevance. This is evident from personnel loss data we analyzed across multiple Russian units, as well as from feedback provided by …

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Ukrainian ombudsman gets over 6,000 complaints against enlistment officers in 2025 — 333 times more than at all-out war's start

Ukrainian ombudsman gets over 6,000 complaints against enlistment officers in 2025 — 333 times more than at all-out war's start

The number of complaints has increased 333 times since the start of the full-scale invasion, according to Ukraine's Human Rights Ombudsman, Dmytro Lubinets.

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❗️The headquarters of "AKHMAT" near KURSK was attacked by Ukrainian UAVs #shorts

❗️The headquarters of "AKHMAT" near KURSK was attacked by Ukrainian UAVs #shorts

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Ukraine’s communications system is crumbling amid blackouts, MP Fediienko warns

Ukrainian lawmaker Oleksandr Fediienko says the country’s communications sector is facing serious problems due to the aftermath of Russian strikes, with mobile operators feeling the impact first.

In a Facebook post, the member of parliament’s …

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US boards Venezuela-linked shadow fleet vessel in Indian Ocean

US boards Venezuela-linked shadow fleet vessel in Indian Ocean

The vessel is part of the "shadow fleet," a group of tankers used by Moscow to export oil in violation of international sanctions, according to Ukrainian military intelligence (HUR).

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The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for a Russia reporter.

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Brussels reporter

The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for a Brussels reporter.

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Exclusive: Russia’s worst attack on substations halves Ukraine’s nuclear power output

Exclusive: Russia’s worst attack on substations halves Ukraine’s nuclear power output

Russia launched its worst-ever attack on Ukraine's nuclear-connected substations on Feb. 7, cutting the volume of electricity generated by the country's nuclear power by around 50%, Vitaliy Zaichenko, CEO of Ukrenergo, the state grid operator, told …

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Lavrov says US walked back Ukraine understandings accepted by Russia, urges to 'approach it like men'

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov complained that the United States first proposed understandings to end the war in Ukraine, then backed away from them. He said the talks took place in Anchorage, Alaska, during a summit between Vladimir Putin …

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The hidden health impact of Russia's attacks on Ukraine's energy grid

The hidden health impact of Russia's attacks on Ukraine's energy grid

As Russian strikes continue to cut off heating and electricity across Ukraine, a Kyiv doctor says she is seeing health effects accumulate in her clinic.

Since late December, Russia has carried out multiple waves of strikes targeting Ukraine's power …

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Germany indicts Ukrainian national over alleged Russian-backed sabotage plot

Germany indicts Ukrainian national over alleged Russian-backed sabotage plot

The suspect, identified as Yevhen B., was detained in Switzerland in May 2025 and extradited to Germany in December.

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Ukraine destroys nearly 6,000 Russian FPV drones in major strike on military targets, General Staff says

Ukraine destroys nearly 6,000 Russian FPV drones in major strike on military targets, General Staff says

Ukraine targeted a Russian drone warehouse in Rostov-on-Don, located in Rostov Oblast, destroying three containers filled with FPV drones and their components, according to the report.

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Overnight Russian missile and drone attacks across Ukraine kill four, injure dozens

At least four people were killed and about 30 others were injured in the past 24 hours as Russian attacks hit the Donetsk, Kherson, Chernihiv and Kharkiv regions and other parts of the country, regional military administrators said Monday, February …

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Aging fiber and Kremlin curbs leave Russia’s villages without reliable internet

Residents in dozens of Russian communities are being forced to rely solely on mobile service with strict data caps and sharp slowdowns once those limits are reached.

Russia is facing a worsening high-speed internet access problem as much of its …

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Ukraine, France move toward joint arms production with new agreement

Ukraine, France move toward joint arms production with new agreement

"We are moving from supplies to joint production and long-term solutions that systematically strengthen our defense," Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said.

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Russia funnels infantry into northern Pokrovsk, removes killed in civilian clothes, DeepState says

Russian infantry is moving into the northern part of Pokrovsk, and Russian forces are taking away the bodies of their dead while dressed as civilians, according to analysts with DeepState. In Myrnohrad, the group says, the enemy is violating …

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Russian elites lose respect for Putin, call him 'grandpa'

Until 2022, the elite saw Vladimir Putin as a rational leader and called him “the boss.” After the invasion, that view shifted sharply - he is increasingly perceived as an aging autocrat out of touch with reality.

Frustration with Putin (73) is …

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Newsmax, conservative US network, launching Ukraine news channel this spring

Newsmax, conservative US network, launching Ukraine news channel this spring

Newsmax, founded by Chris Ruddy, a close ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, will open a full-fledged editorial office in Ukraine to produce local and regional news content.

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Alleged assailants in shooting of Russian General Alekseev plead guilty, FSB claims

Alleged assailants in shooting of Russian General Alekseev plead guilty, FSB claims

The FSB earlier said Alekseev's attackers were two individuals, Lyubomyr Korba and Viktor Vasin, who allegedly acted on Ukraine's orders. Kyiv denied these claims.

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Russia accuses US of backing out of alleged Ukraine territory surrender agreement

Russia accuses US of backing out of alleged Ukraine territory surrender agreement

"It seems that they proposed it and we were ready — and now they are not," Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said.

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Belgorod authorities accept evacuation requests amid heating and power outages

Amid heating problems in Belgorod caused by “major firepower directed at energy facilities (retaliatory strikes by Ukraine on the energy infrastructure of Russia’s border regions),” Belgorod region governor Vyacheslav Gladkov on Sunday, February 8, …

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At least 5 killed, 36 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 5 killed, 36 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 11 Iskander-M ballistic missiles and 149 drones at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 116 drones.

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Budapest blasts conscription in Ukraine, backs Hungarian suspected of smuggling draft evaders

Budapest blasts conscription in Ukraine, backs Hungarian suspected of smuggling draft evaders

The Hungarian government said on Feb. 8 that it is providing consular protection to its citizen detained by Ukraine over allegedly trying to help five Ukrainian draft-age men illegally cross the border.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,247,580 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,247,580 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 1,250 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Poland’s mass-army turn is reshaping NATO’s eastern flank

Announced in February 2026, Poland is undertaking a comprehensive transformation of its military to create a mass army capable of prolonged high-intensity conflict, targeting a force size of 300,000 active-duty personnel supported by 200,000 …

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Mstyslav Chernov's film '2,000 Meters to Andriivka' wins Directors Guild of America award

Mstyslav Chernov's film '2,000 Meters to Andriivka' wins Directors Guild of America award

Ukrainian director and journalist Mstyslav Chernov’s film "2,000 Meters to Andriivka" received the award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Documentary at the 2026 Directors Guild of America award ceremony on Feb. 7.

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Zelensky urges daily deliveries of air defense missiles after Russian missile strikes on Kyiv region

On Sunday, February 8, Russian forces again launched ballistic strikes on the Kyiv region. Ukraine’s air defenses need a steady daily supply of interceptors to take down incoming threats, the president emphasized.

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Ukrainian forces take control of Ternovate on the Zaporizhzhia axis

Ukrainian forces have publicly refuted Russian claims of capturing Ternovate on the Zaporizhzhia axis.

The settlement of Ternovate in the Zaporizhzhia region has been cleared of Russian troopd and is under the control of Ukraine’s Defense Forces. …

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Ukraine to start exporting drones in 2026 with 10 European hubs and German production, Zelensky says

Ukraine will begin exporting domestically developed defense technologies in February 2026, including launching drone production in Germany that month, President Volodymyr Zelensky said during a talk with faculty and students at the Kyiv Aviation …

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Ukraine secures agreements for 250 new Gripen and Rafale fighter jets to bolster air power

Ukraine has secured agreements for the delivery of 150 Swedish Gripen and 100 French Rafale combat aircraft to strengthen its Air Force. The jets will be brand-new, significantly enhancing the country’s defense capabilities, President Volodymyr …

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PENTAGON and TWO UKRAINIAN DRONE MAKERS – now working together! #shorts

PENTAGON and TWO UKRAINIAN DRONE MAKERS – now working together! #shorts

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🎯 MISSILE GAME-CHANGER and Ukrainians in the PENTAGON. USA: end the war by JUNE – is it possible?

🎯 MISSILE GAME-CHANGER and Ukrainians in the PENTAGON. USA: end the war by JUNE – is it possible?

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Russian forces panic as inactive Starlink terminals reportedly broadcast location data

After illegal Starlink terminals used by Russia’s armed forces were added to a so-called “blacklist,” Russians now face a fresh problem. Pro-war channels are spreading panic about a new threat tied to Elon Musk’s company.

According to one Russian …

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New 39th Regiment Formed in the National Guard

The National Guard of Ukraine has formed a new unit, the 39th Regiment. The unit was established on January 15, 2026, and is based in the city of Kropyvnytskyi, Kirovohrad…

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Ukrainian partisans identify command post of Russia’s 328th regiment accused of executing POWs

A strike by Ukraine’s Defense Forces on the site would sever the regiment’s communications, making the further destruction of occupying troops a matter of time and a series of powerful blows, according to Ukrainian sources.

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After resignation, Yermak continues to meet top officials and may see Zelensky, investigation finds

Former head of Ukraine’s presidential office Andriy Yermak has continued meeting with senior officials since stepping down, including National Security and Defense Council Secretary and former defense minister Rustem Umerov. He also visited the …

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Ukrainian ENERGY COMPANIES are restoring substations attacked by RUSSIA #shorts

Ukrainian ENERGY COMPANIES are restoring substations attacked by RUSSIA #shorts

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Ukraine war latest: Zelensky warns of 'risk' US, Russia could strike bilateral deals on Ukraine without Kyiv

Ukraine war latest: Zelensky warns of 'risk' US, Russia could strike bilateral deals on Ukraine without Kyiv

Key developments on Feb. 7-8:

  • Zelensky warns of 'risk' US, Russia could strike bilateral deals on Ukraine without Kyiv
  • Russia causes 'significant damage' to thermal plants, nuclear facilities in mass attack on Ukraine power grid
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Russia’s regions post record $19.9 billion deficit in 2025 as profit taxes fall and spending surges

Russia’s regional budgets ended 2025 with a combined deficit of 1.538 trillion rubles — the highest since records began — surpassing 1.5 trillion rubles ($19.9 billion), according to the report published by the Russian Finance Ministry.

The gap was …

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THOUSANDS of drones and missiles AGAINST UKRAINE – ESCALATION amid Russian failures

THOUSANDS of drones and missiles AGAINST UKRAINE – ESCALATION amid Russian failures

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🏚 Russians took MY HOME: emotions of a UKRAINIAN woman from occupied TOKMAK #shorts

🏚 Russians took MY HOME: emotions of a UKRAINIAN woman from occupied TOKMAK #shorts

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,246,330 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,246,330 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 1,040 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Pro-Ukrainian partisans disable military communication infrastructure in Russia's Belgorod Oblast, group claims

Pro-Ukrainian partisans disable military communication infrastructure in Russia's Belgorod Oblast, group claims

"An agent of our movement set fire to a hardware module at the base of a communication tower. As a result of the destruction of the ground equipment, all the infrastructure installed on the mast was completely de-energized and put out of action," the …

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Zelensky calls Air Force performance 'unsatisfactory,' orders changes to boost air defenses

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky voiced dissatisfaction with the Air Force’s performance in several regions and ordered immediate steps to boost the effectiveness of air defenses. He also heard updates on logistics, energy and civilian support. …

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Zelensky says US proposed renewed energy ceasefire; Kyiv agrees, Russia yet to respond

At trilateral talks in the United Arab Emirates aimed at ending Russia’s war against Ukraine, US representatives proposed returning to an energy ceasefire. President Volodymyr Zelensky told reporters on Saturday, February 7. Kyiv agreed to the …

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Blackouts hit Belgorod and surrounding areas after Ukrainian shelling

Parts of Belgorod and its suburbs lost power on Saturday evening, January 7, following shelling from Ukraine. The attack and damage to local infrastructure were confirmed by regional governor Vyacheslav Gladkov on his Telegram channel.

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Ukraine says situation worsens in Myrnohrad as Russian forces push on northern outskirts

Ukraine’s Defense Forces are concentrating efforts on the northern outskirts of Myrnohrad to hold back further Russian advances amid ongoing heavy fighting, the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Air Assault Forces said.

“The operational situation in …

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The GRU illegals

The GRU illegals are intelligence officers operating abroad using false identities under cover, without diplomatic immunity, engaged in espionage and clandestine operations. Originating in the Soviet era and continuing in modern Russia, these …

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"The first FRONTLINE that can crack inside RUSSIA is the" – @AnnafromUkraine | Wrap-Up Analytics

"The first FRONTLINE that can crack inside RUSSIA is the" – @AnnafromUkraine  | Wrap-Up Analytics

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Kyiv says Alekseyev assassination attempt was meant to derail peace talks

The assassination attempt on a senior GRU general in Russia came as the first tangible talks to halt hostilities since the full-scale invasion got underway. Sources in Ukraine’s Presidential Office suggest a third party may be trying to destabilize …

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Russian House, a Moscow-based organization, disguises itself as a humanitarian group but functions as a global propaganda arm of Russia, promoting Kremlin narratives worldwide.

The article exposes Russian House, located in a prominent Moscow building, as a major instrument of Moscow’s global propaganda disguised as a humanitarian organization. Despite its humanitarian facade, the group actively promotes …

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Ukraine's Neptune missiles strike energy facilities in Russia's Bryansk Oblast, governor claims

Ukraine's Neptune missiles strike energy facilities in Russia's Bryansk Oblast, governor claims

"The Armed Forces of Ukraine attacked our region using long-range Neptune missiles and HIMARS multiple rocket launcher systems," Bryansk Oblast Governor Alexander Bogomaz claimed. "As a result of the attack, power supply was disrupted in seven …

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Zelensky: US pushing for Ukraine-Russia ceasefire by June 2026

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says US representatives in trilateral peace talks are proposing that Ukraine and Russia end the war by the summer of 2026. He made the comments to reporters, according to Ukrinform.

Negotiations among Ukraine, …

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Russian plant that makes fuel for Kalibr missiles reportedly hit in drone attack

The Redkinsky Experimental Plant in Russia’s Tver region - among other things a producer of fuel for Russian missiles, reports Ukrainska Pravda, citing sources in the Ukrainian Security Service.

Vitaly Korolev, the acting governor of Tver region, …

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Ukraine seeks emergency power aid from Poland after Russian strikes on grid

Kyiv says it cannot independently address the fallout from the latest Russian strike on Ukraine’s power grid.

Ukraine has requested emergency energy assistance from Poland after a new mass Russian attack on facilities across the country’s power …

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Poland temporarily closes two airports amid Russian strikes on Ukraine

Amid Russian strikes on western regions of Ukraine overnight Saturday, February 7, Polish authorities halted operations for several hours at the civilian airports Rzeszów-Jasionka and Lublin and scrambled military aircraft.

The measures were …

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Russian GRU general Vladimir Alekseyev regains consciousness after assassination attempt

Russian state media report that Lt. Gen. Vladimir Alekseyev, the target of an assassination attempt, regained consciousness after surgery and is no longer in life-threatening condition. Meanwhile, more details are emerging.

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Orban declares Ukraine 'enemy' of Hungary

Orban declares Ukraine 'enemy' of Hungary

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban criticized Ukraine for calling on the EU halt imports of cheap Russian energy. "Anyone who says this is an enemy of Hungary, so Ukraine is our enemy," he said at a rally on Feb. 7.

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Russian forces hit Europe’s largest power substation for the first time, expert warns of grid strain

Russian forces have struck Europe’s largest power substation for the first time, a move that will have repercussions for Ukraine’s energy system in the coming days.

Ukraine’s grid operator Ukrenergo detailed the impact of the year’s second …

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⚡️ Ukrainian nuclear power plants reduced GENERATION due to Russian shelling! #shorts

⚡️ Ukrainian nuclear power plants reduced GENERATION due to Russian shelling! #shorts

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Ukraine's state postal service under fire for ads that appear to sexualize minors

Ukraine's state postal service under fire for ads that appear to sexualize minors

The controversy erupted after promotional photos appeared on social media showing models styled as schoolgirls in a classroom setting, wearing outfits widely perceived as sexualized versions of high school uniforms.

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'Structural shift'— EU ban on Russian gas set to harm Moscow long term, despite loopholes

'Structural shift'— EU ban on Russian gas set to harm Moscow long term, despite loopholes

The European Union has approved a long-promised ban on Russian gas imports, a measure meant to lock in the bloc’s shift away from Moscow’s energy supplies nearly four years into Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine.

Still, the new ban contains …

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🚨 "Kalibrs" & "Zircons" pound Ukraine's energy grid! ZELENSKYY demands WESTERN REACTION

🚨 "Kalibrs" & "Zircons" pound Ukraine's energy grid! ZELENSKYY demands WESTERN REACTION

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Ukraine hits 'important' Russian cruise missile fuel plant in Tver Oblast, drones spark 'massive fire'

Ukraine hits 'important' Russian cruise missile fuel plant in Tver Oblast, drones spark 'massive fire'

Data from the FIRMS satellite monitoring service, which tracks fires worldwide in near real time, showed active burning on the plant's territory following the strike.

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As global sports ease sanctions on Russia and Belarus, attention turns to Olympics

As global sports ease sanctions on Russia and Belarus, attention turns to Olympics

One of the most talked-about moments at the Olympics came from Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych. After his race in Beijing in 2022, just days before Russia launched its full-scale invasion, he held up a sign reading "No war in Ukraine." …

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Zelensky warns of 'risk' US, Russia could strike bilateral deals on Ukraine without Kyiv

Zelensky warns of 'risk' US, Russia could strike bilateral deals on Ukraine without Kyiv

"We clearly state that Ukraine will not support even potential agreements about us without us," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,245,290 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,245,290 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 730 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Russia launches mass attack on Ukraine, triggers emergency power outages

Russia launches mass attack on Ukraine, triggers emergency power outages

Russia carried out a mass attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure in the early hours of Feb. 7, triggering emergency power outages across most regions, Ukraine's state grid operator Ukrenergo said.

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Drone discovered on Moldovan territory near Ukraine border

Drone discovered on Moldovan territory near Ukraine border

An unidentified drone was found on Moldovan territory on Feb. 6, Moldovan authorities reported.

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US approves $185 million sale of spare parts for Ukraine’s vehicles and weapon systems

US approves $185 million sale of spare parts for Ukraine’s vehicles and weapon systems

The U.S. Department of State on Feb. 6 approved a potential $185 million “Foreign Military Sale” to Ukraine for spare parts and related equipment to support U.S.-supplied vehicles and weapon systems.

According to the announcement, the package includes …

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⚡️ Ukrainian interceptors will become the BASIS of the European DRONE WALL #shorts

⚡️ Ukrainian interceptors will become the BASIS of the European DRONE WALL #shorts

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UKRAINIAN BALLISTICS can reach MOSCOW. ATTACK on GRU general & COLLAPSE of Russian communications!

UKRAINIAN BALLISTICS can reach MOSCOW. ATTACK on GRU general  & COLLAPSE of Russian communications!

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Lavrov says Kremlin holding secret talks with European leaders on ending the war in Ukraine

Russia is holding confidential talks with European countries about terms to end the war in Ukraine, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said in an interview with pro-Kremlin media.

Lavrov said some European leaders call the Kremlin to discuss …

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Estonia bans over 1,000 more Russian soldiers from entering Schengen zone

Estonia expanded its restrictions on Russian military personnel by banning over 1,000 combatants who have fought for Russia in the Ukraine conflict from entering the Schengen zone as of February 6, 2026. The ban targets specifically those involved in …

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UKRAINIAN BALLISTICS FP-9: this can be used to hit MOSCOW! #shorts

UKRAINIAN BALLISTICS FP-9: this can be used to hit MOSCOW! #shorts

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FP9 TERRIFIES MOSCOW! Ukraine develops its own BALLISTIC MISSILE | Weapons with Starsky

FP9 TERRIFIES MOSCOW! Ukraine develops its own BALLISTIC MISSILE | Weapons with Starsky

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Moldovan president rejects Nobel Peace Prize nomination, says Ukrainian POWs deserve it instead

Moldovan president rejects Nobel Peace Prize nomination, says Ukrainian POWs deserve it instead

"Today, I was watching Ukrainian (prisoners of war) who returned home from Russia, and these are the people who deserve the Peace Prize," Moldovan President Maia Sandu said.

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KYIV'S "POINTS OF RESILIENCE": How the EU HELPS Ukraine endure WINTER

KYIV'S "POINTS OF RESILIENCE": How the EU HELPS Ukraine endure WINTER

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Russia’s banking crisis has already begun, Ukraine’s intelligence says

Russia’s banking sector will inevitably need additional government support, increasing fiscal and macroeconomic pressures on the economy, Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service said.

The agency said Russia’s banking system lost key signs of …

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The Ukrainian origins of avant-garde artist Kazimir Malevich, long mislabelled as Russian

The Ukrainian origins of avant-garde artist Kazimir Malevich, long mislabelled as Russian

In 2016, Natalia Zabolotna, then director of the Kyiv-based art gallery Mystetskyi Arsenal, proposed naming Kyiv’s main airport, Boryspil International Airport, after the famous avant-garde artist Kazimir Malevich.

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Syrskyi: Ukraine presses offensive on parts of the front, Russia made no significant gains in January

Ukrainian units are conducting offensive actions in roughly a quarter of combat engagements on certain sectors of the front, Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said Friday during a briefing with journalists, according to Interfax-Ukraine.

“On some …

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Poland and Ukraine to jointly produce weapons as Tusk offers MiG-29s for drone tech

Poland and Ukraine have signed a declaration of intent to jointly produce weapons and ammunition. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced the move at a joint news conference in Kyiv with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday, …

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€2 BILLION FOR UKRAINE DEFENSE: Bradley vehicles storm assaults & failed FSB CYBERATTACK on Poland

€2 BILLION FOR UKRAINE DEFENSE: Bradley vehicles storm assaults & failed FSB CYBERATTACK on Poland

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'18 prisoners in 24 hours' — Ukraine's Azov International reveals video of Dobropillia clearing operation

'18 prisoners in 24 hours' — Ukraine's Azov International reveals video of Dobropillia clearing operation

The Russian soldiers — roughly the size of an entire platoon — were taken prisoner during the final clearing of the village of Zoloty Kolodiaz near Dobropillia in Donetsk Oblast.

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Ukraine must meet EU agricultural standards by 2028, says minister

Ukraine must meet EU agricultural standards by 2028, says minister

Ukraine must fully align its agricultural standards with the European Union by the end of 2028, Ukraine's Deputy Economy Minister Tasas Vysostky said on Feb. 6, as the country continues its push for membership.

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Canadian female fighter at the forefront of Ukraine's drone war

Canadian female fighter at the forefront of Ukraine's drone war

The Kyiv Independent’s Jared Goyette speaks with a Canadian volunteer, Brittney Shki-Giizis, who left the Canadian military to fight in Ukraine. A former tank instructor, she explains why she chose to come to the front, how she learned Ukrainian to …

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Russia’s GRU general Vladimir Alekseyev shot in Moscow in apparent assassination attempt

Unknown assailants opened fire on Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseyev of the Main Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation (GRU). The senior Russian security official had been decorated by the Kremlin for …

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Ukraine Reforms Tracker Weekly — Issue 44

Ukraine Reforms Tracker Weekly — Issue 44

Editor’s note: This is issue 44 of Ukrainian lawmaker Yaroslav Zhelezniak’s weekly "Ukraine Reforms Tracker" covering events from Jan. 13–Feb. 6, 2026. The digest highlights steps taken in the Ukrainian parliament related to business, economics, and …

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Ukraine’s Fire Point unveils FP-7 and FP-9 ballistic missiles, claims FP-9 can hit Moscow and St. Petersburg

Ukraine could soon field homegrown ballistic missiles modeled on the U.S.-made ATACMS, as work continues on the FP-7 and FP-9 systems. The weapons are being designed to be more affordable, the co-founders of Ukrainian defense firm Fire Point - Iryna …

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The secretive sea drones that will take on Putin's shadow fleet in UK waters

The UK Ministry of Defence has launched an operation using advanced remote-controlled sea drones, operated by Royal Navy officers aboard the XV Patrick Blackett from a secret location, to intercept and monitor Russia’s shadow fleet of illicit …

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CHAOS and FRIENDLY FIRE – Russians LOST STARLINK on the FRONTLINE! Ukraine in the EU by 2027?

CHAOS and FRIENDLY FIRE – Russians LOST STARLINK on the FRONTLINE! Ukraine in the EU by 2027?

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Lavrov says Ukraine struck energy infrastructure first, claims Russia is responding

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claimed Ukraine was the first to strike Russia’s energy infrastructure, adding that the Kremlin decided to target Ukraine’s energy facilities only in response.

He also referenced an “energy truce” with Ukraine …

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Poland prepared to transfer MiG-29s to Ukraine, weighing drone swap, Tusk says

Polish President Donald Tusk says Poland is prepared to transfer MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine, following discussions with Volodymyr Zelensky.

Poland currently has these aircraft and is ready to pass them to Kyiv, Tusk said at a joint press …

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Former Ukraine border guard chief embroiled in bribery scandal dismissed from military

Former Ukraine border guard chief embroiled in bribery scandal dismissed from military

Serhiy Deineko, who headed the State Border Guard from 2019 to Jan. 4, 2026, was charged last month in relation to a 204,000 euro bribery scheme.

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Ukraine war latest live: Kyiv carried out 3 offensive operations in 2025, including 2 inside Russia, Syrskyi says

Ukraine war latest live: Kyiv carried out 3 offensive operations in 2025, including 2 inside Russia, Syrskyi says

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 6 times today. Ukraine launched three offensive operations in 2025, Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said on Feb. 6, according to RBC Ukraine.

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US Treasury chief ties new Russia sanctions to progress in Ukraine peace talks

US Treasury chief ties new Russia sanctions to progress in Ukraine peace talks

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. would take "under consideration" additional measures targeting Russia's so-called shadow fleet.

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Russia launches Friday morning rush hour missile, drone attack on Ukraine

Russia launches Friday morning rush hour missile, drone attack on Ukraine

Air raid alerts were issued shortly before 9 a.m. Kyiv time, with Ukraine's Air Force warning of Shahed-type drones and missiles in the country's airspace.

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Operation Storm-1516: Russia impersonates Le Parisien journalist to attack Emmanuel Macron with fake news

On February 6, 2026, French journalist Victor Cousin discovered that his identity and photo had been stolen and used to publish fake news alleging President Emmanuel Macron’s involvement in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. The fabricated article, …

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The Kremlin CANNOT ADVANCE! Russian assaults are being repelled by Ukrainian defenses

The Kremlin CANNOT ADVANCE! Russian assaults are being repelled by Ukrainian defenses

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Ukraine says Russian forces face frontline ‘catastrophe’ as SpaceX restricts Starlink use

SpaceX is restricting unauthorized use of Starlink by Russian forces after a strike on a civilian Ukrainian train.

Serhii Beskrestnov (Flash), an adviser to Ukraine’s defense minister, said Russian troops are experiencing major setbacks at the front …

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Ukraine says Russian tactical aviation, not drones, is the biggest challenge in the battle for Pokrovsk

Russian forces have spent the past 18 months trying to capture the eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, but Ukraine’s military says it continues to hold its positions.

The main challenge for Ukraine’s Defense Forces around Pokrovsk is not enemy drones …

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⚡️ Ukraine’s FLAMINGOS hit "ORESHNIK" launch range, – Zelenskyy #shorts

⚡️ Ukraine’s FLAMINGOS hit "ORESHNIK" launch range, – Zelenskyy #shorts

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Ukraine says several dozen Russian troops are encircled and isolated in Kupyansk

Several dozen Russian troops remain surrounded and effectively isolated in Kupyansk, with constrained capabilities, Viktor Tregubov, head of communications for Ukraine’s Joint Forces, said, according to Ukrinform.

“Right now, only those directly in …

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Ukraine’s 28th Brigade turns to drones and robots to defend Kostiantynivka

Russian forces are attempting to infiltrate Kostiantynivka, but poor weather has tamped down offensive activity along the front, the commander of Ukraine’s 28th Separate Mechanized Brigade said in an interview with ArmyInform.

“Modern war demands a …

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Flamingo missiles strike Kapustin Yar range used for Oreshnik launches, Ukraine’s General Staff says

In January 2026, Ukraine’s Armed Forces launched several “Flamingo” missiles at the Kapustin Yar range in Russia’s Astrakhan region, the General Staff said. A missile evaded air defenses and damaged hangars.

Because of the Flamingo strikes, Russia’s …

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As Russian losses in Ukraine mount, the Kremlin strains to avoid full mobilization

As Russian losses in Ukraine mount, the Kremlin strains to avoid full mobilization

As casualties in Ukraine continue to mount, the Kremlin is seeking new sources of manpower while trying to avoid the political shock of full mobilization.

Just days before the New Year, Russian leader Vladimir Putin signed laws expanding military …

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Pentagon invites Ukrainian firms to co-produce attack drones under Drone Dominance Program

The Pentagon plans to build a stockpile of hundreds of thousands of attack drones by 2027 and has invited 25 companies to participate, including two Ukrainian firms - General Cherry Corp and Ukrainian Defence Drones Tech Corp, according to a posting …

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⚡️ UKRAINE will maintain 800K ARMY after WAR, – Zelenskyy #shorts

⚡️ UKRAINE will maintain 800K ARMY after WAR, – Zelenskyy #shorts

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EU ambassador pushes back on criticism of Europe's decision-making

EU ambassador pushes back on criticism of Europe's decision-making

The Kyiv Independent’s Oleksiy Sorokin speaks with Katarina Mathernova, the European Union Ambassador to Ukraine, after Russia's large-scale missile and drone attack on Kyiv during one of the coldest days of the winter, leaving parts of the city …

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Zelensky says Russia has tried to kill him multiple times and he’s grown used to it

Russia has made multiple attempts to eliminate Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, he said, adding he has “gotten used to it” after repeated efforts to “take him out.” The Ukrainian leader spoke during an interview published February 4 by …

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Ukraine battlefield update: Strategic, operational, and defense technology shifts — next KI Insights monthly briefing

Ukraine battlefield update: Strategic, operational, and defense technology shifts — next KI Insights monthly briefing

Ukraine’s armed forces face mounting challenges along the southern and eastern fronts, where new technology, tactical shifts, force regeneration, and resource constraints are reshaping the battlefield. What are the key dynamics driving current …

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Russia launches overnight barrage on Ukraine with ballistic missiles and 183 drones amid Abu Dhabi talks

Overnight into Thursday, February 5, Russian forces fired two Iskander-M ballistic missiles and sent 183 attack drones - including Shahed, Gerbera, Italmas and other types - Ukraine’s Air Force said on Telegram.

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🇺🇦 157 UKRAINIANS – home! POWs exchange after a long pause #shorts

🇺🇦 157 UKRAINIANS – home! POWs exchange after a long pause #shorts

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Ukraine war latest live: Russian drones hit railway, Invincibility Train sheltering civilians in Sumy Oblast

Ukraine war latest live: Russian drones hit railway, Invincibility Train sheltering civilians in Sumy Oblast

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 5 times today. Russian forces carried out a mass drone attack on railway infrastructure in Ukraine's Sumy Oblast overnight, damaging rail facilities and …
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“Train of invincibility” keeps Kharkiv rail passengers warm during coldest winter since Russia’s full-scale invasion 

Woman with a battery-powered generator in "carriage of invincibility"

UKRAINE, KHARKIV, Feb. 5 —  Leaning against the wall of the long train corridor, Yulia Berko watches her son play with other children in the compartment. She waits for her train to Odesa, the city south of Ukraine, one of the places in the country …

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Russia’s Losses in Ukraine Are Reshaping the Middle East

Mass protests have again shaken Iran, and the regime looks more vulnerable—economically, militarily, and politically—in 2026 than it has been in decades. A key but often overlooked reason for this vulnerability is that Russia no longer has the …

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I tested Russia's AI. It knows the truth, but it's been trained to lie

I tested Russia's AI. It knows the truth, but it's been trained to lie

When a Russian-speaking user asks Alice, Russia's most popular AI system, who started the war in Ukraine, the answer comes without hesitation: Ukraine did, backed by the West. The Bucha massacre? Staged. Nazi government in Kyiv? Confirmed.

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BREAKING: 'Catastrophe' for Russia as forces lose Starlink access across front line in Ukraine

BREAKING: 'Catastrophe' for Russia as forces lose Starlink access across front line in Ukraine

"The enemy at the front doesn't have a problem, the enemy has a catastrophe," Serhiy "Flash" Bezkrestnov said.

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European officials warn Russian veterans could play a role in Moscow’s shadow war

European officials warn Russian veterans could play a role in Moscow’s shadow war

Europe must ban entry to all Russian veterans of the war against Ukraine or face a surge in crime rates and hybrid attacks, Estonian officials have warned.

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna warned that battle-hardened "ex-prisoners and rapists" …

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Pentagon invites 2 Ukrainian drone makers to 'The Gauntlet' — $1.1 billion in contracts at stake

Pentagon invites 2 Ukrainian drone makers to 'The Gauntlet' — $1.1 billion in contracts at stake

Following the first phase, the Pentagon says it will order $150 million in prototypes from successful competitors.

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BREAKING: Ukraine, Russia agree on exchange of '314 prisoners' during peace talks, US envoy says

BREAKING: Ukraine, Russia agree on exchange of '314 prisoners' during peace talks, US envoy says

Delegations from Ukraine, Russia, and the U.S. reached an agreement to swap "314 prisoners" between Kyiv and Moscow on the second day of peace talks in Abu Dhabi on Feb. 5, U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said.

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Ukraine strikes Russia's Oreshnik launch site in Kapustin Yar with Flamingo missiles, General Staff says

Ukraine strikes Russia's Oreshnik launch site in Kapustin Yar with Flamingo missiles, General Staff says

The General Staff attributed the strikes to "using long-range strike weapons of Ukrainian production, particularly the FP-5 'Flamingo.'"

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'Ukraine cannot be left alone' — Polish prime minister arrives in Kyiv as Russian strikes deepen energy crisis

'Ukraine cannot be left alone' — Polish prime minister arrives in Kyiv as Russian strikes deepen energy crisis

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk is expected to later hold talks with President Volodymyr Zelensky.

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Ukraine, US, Russia begin 2nd day of peace talks in Abu Dhabi

Ukraine, US, Russia begin 2nd day of peace talks in Abu Dhabi

"We are working in the same formats as yesterday: trilateral consultations, group work, and further synchronization of positions," Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov said.

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EBRD provides record 2.9 billion euros to Ukraine in 2025, prioritizing war-hit energy sector

EBRD provides record 2.9 billion euros to Ukraine in 2025, prioritizing war-hit energy sector

Energy investments made up over 1.2 billion euros of the bank's financing to Ukraine last year, providing support for gas imports, decentralized generation, emergency repairs, as well as long-term reconstruction of the energy sector, the bank said. …
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At least 55,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed in Russia's war, with many more missing, Zelensky tells French media

At least 55,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed in Russia's war, with many more missing, Zelensky tells French media

It would also cost Russia "800,000 more corpses" to take eastern Ukraine by force, President Volodymyr Zelensky told France TV in a Feb. 4 interview.

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Keith Kellogg says he left Trump's White House to be 'free to talk' about Ukraine

Keith Kellogg says he left Trump's White House to be 'free to talk' about Ukraine

Keith Kellogg, formerly U.S. President Donald Trump's envoy on Ukraine and widely regarded in Kyiv as one of the most pro-Ukrainian voices in the White House, said his work on Ukraine is far from over after leaving government at the end of 2025.

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🚀 Arm UKRAINE with "TOMAHAWKS" – NOW! Senator GRAM’s appeal to TRUMP #shorts

🚀 Arm UKRAINE with "TOMAHAWKS" – NOW! Senator GRAM’s appeal to TRUMP #shorts

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Kyiv groans a collective ‘WTF?’ to Trump’s latest Putin comments

Kyiv groans a collective ‘WTF?’ to Trump’s latest Putin comments

U.S. President Donald Trump's claim that his Russian counterpart "kept his word" by not launching mass missile and drone strikes against Ukraine's energy infrastructure for a week has been met with bewilderment and dismay in Kyiv.

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Kyiv bureau among those axed by Jeff Bezos' Washington Post, hundreds of journalists laid off

Kyiv bureau among those axed by Jeff Bezos' Washington Post, hundreds of journalists laid off

"I was just laid off by The Washington Post in the middle of a warzone. I have no words. I'm devastated," Ukraine correspondent Lizzie Johnson wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.

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EU agrees details on 90 billion euro lifeline to Ukraine

EU agrees details on 90 billion euro lifeline to Ukraine

The proposal will now be put to the European Parliament. If approved, the cash could arrive by spring.

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⚔️ TANKS ENTER THE FIGHT: Pokrovsk under MAXIMUM PRESSURE. Ukraine repels mechanized assaults

⚔️ TANKS ENTER THE FIGHT: Pokrovsk under MAXIMUM PRESSURE. Ukraine repels mechanized assaults

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North Korean troops in Russia attack Ukrainian border communities, HUR says

North Korean troops in Russia attack Ukrainian border communities, HUR says

Ukraine’s military intelligence says North Korean troops fighting under Russian command are attacking Ukrainian border communities from Russia’s Kursk Oblast.

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Ukraine seeks to verify Russia’s intentions at Abu Dhabi talks with U.S. participation, Foreign Ministry says

Ukraine is aiming to reach agreements in the next round of peace talks with Russia and the United States in Abu Dhabi, while also trying to understand what Russia actually wants.

Military and politico-military issues will be on the table at the …

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🇺🇦 🇸🇪 Ukrainian weapons to be assembled in SWEDEN! STOCKHOLM made an ANNOUNCEMENT #shorts

🇺🇦 🇸🇪 Ukrainian weapons to be assembled in SWEDEN! STOCKHOLM made an ANNOUNCEMENT #shorts

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Ukraine appoints Oleh Luhovskyi as interim head of Foreign Intelligence Service

Ukraine appoints Oleh Luhovskyi as interim head of Foreign Intelligence Service

President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Major General Oleh Luhovskyi as acting head of Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service on Feb. 4.

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$325 million — that's how much it cost Russia to bomb Ukraine in latest missile, drone attack, HUR says

$325 million — that's how much it cost Russia to bomb Ukraine in latest missile, drone attack, HUR says

These funds could have financed Russia's Jewish Autonomous Oblast for "an entire year," HUR said.

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COLLAPSE IN SIGHT: West tightens NOOSE around RUSSIA! Sweden sends radars & air defense to UKRAINE

COLLAPSE IN SIGHT: West tightens NOOSE around RUSSIA! Sweden sends radars & air defense to UKRAINE

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Kremlin: India has not told Russia it will stop buying oil despite Trump claim

The Kremlin said Tuesday it has not received any notification from India about halting purchases of Russian oil. “So far, we have not heard any statements to that effect from Delhi,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, responding to comments by US …

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As Ukrainians freeze, donated energy equipment sits unused

As Ukrainians freeze, donated energy equipment sits unused

Critical energy generation equipment donated by Ukraine's partners has been left idle and unconnected to the grid for years, as Russian attacks cripple the country's energy system during its coldest winter in decades.

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Keith Kellogg on how Putin views Russia's war against Ukraine

Keith Kellogg on how Putin views Russia's war against Ukraine

The Kyiv Independent’s Tim Zadorozhnyy speaks with Keith Kellogg, former U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine, about why he believes Russia has failed to achieve its goals in Ukraine, how Russian President Vladimir Putin views his military campaign, and …

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Kremlin spends nearly $325 million on Feb. 3 airstrike on Ukraine, GUR says

Russian forces carried out a massive overnight air attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure on February 3, employing 562 drones and missiles with a combined estimated price tag of nearly $325 million, Ukraine’s military intelligence agency (GUR) …

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⚡️ Right now! Ukraine, Russia, and the US are in Abu Dhabi for talks #shorts

⚡️ Right now! Ukraine, Russia, and the US are in Abu Dhabi for talks #shorts

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Why cold, darkness worsen PTSD among ex-POWs

Why cold, darkness worsen PTSD among ex-POWs

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💥 Russians BREAK truce despite ABU DHABI MEETING. New "RAMSTEIN" for Ukraine

💥 Russians BREAK truce despite ABU DHABI MEETING. New "RAMSTEIN" for Ukraine

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Blackout hits Bryansk as Russia reports alleged Ukrainian Neptune missile strike

A widespread blackout hit Bryansk overnight after what Russian officials described as a barrage of Ukrainian Neptune missiles. While Russia’s air defenses allegedly intercepted the missiles, a power substation was still damaged. Videos from the scene …

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 Family Reunification with TPD Status- Who is Excluded and Other Barriers 

by Sophia Garcia The European Union has a program with the express purpose of preserving family unit. This includes inviting non-national family members to reside with their family members who have Temporary Protection Directive status as an EU …

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Ukraine war latest live: 7 dead, 8 injured as Russia strikes Donetsk Oblast city market with cluster munitions

Ukraine war latest live: 7 dead, 8 injured as Russia  strikes Donetsk Oblast city market with cluster munitions

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 5 times today. Russian forces attacked the city of Druzhkivka in Donetsk Oblast with cluster munitions in the morning of Feb. 4, Donetsk Oblast governor …

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As Budanov takes charge, Russia replaces diplomats with military officers in Ukraine talks

The nature of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine shifted after the head of the President’s Office changed Andriy Yermak was replaced by Kyrylo Budanov. From that moment, the makeup of not only the Ukrainian but also the Russian delegation …

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'The worst damage we have seen' — Ukraine's energy crisis deepens after latest mass Russian attack

'The worst damage we have seen' — Ukraine's energy crisis deepens after latest mass Russian attack

"This is a war crime committed by Russia," Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal said.

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Ukraine peace talks set to resume in Abu Dhabi day after Russia's largest strike this winter

Ukraine peace talks set to resume in Abu Dhabi day after Russia's largest strike this winter

Negotiators are convening in Abu Dhabi for two days of talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the United States on Feb. 4–5, part of ongoing efforts to broker an end to Moscow's full-scale war against Ukraine.

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Chart of the week: Ukraine's electricity imports hit record high as Russian attacks devastate energy system

Chart of the week: Ukraine's electricity imports hit record high as Russian attacks devastate energy system

Ukraine imported record volumes of electricity in January 2026 according to analyst group ExPro, as Russia continued efforts to systematically erase Ukraine's power infrastructure.

The country imported 900 gigawatt hours of electricity last month, a …

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Ukraine to recalibrate position in talks after Russia breaks 'energy ceasefire'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia ignored a request from U.S. President Donald Trump and broke an “energy ceasefire.” “The Russians once again disregarded U.S. efforts. The President of the United States asked them to refrain from …

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Ukrainian missile strikes on power substations trigger blackout in Russia's Belgorod

Belgorod came under a “massive missile barrage,” with damage to the power system, said Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov on Telegram.

According to him, Ukraine’s armed forces struck Belgorod and the Belgorod district. Preliminary reports indicate no …

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Estonia Detained a Container Ship With a Russian Crew

On February 4, 2026, Estonian security forces detained the container ship Baltic Spirit, which was traveling from Ecuador to Saint Petersburg, after it entered Estonian territorial waters for refueling and resupply. The vessel had 23 crew members, …

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Two Russian spacecraft intercepted communications from at least a dozen European satellites in early 2026, threatening European satellite security.

European security experts reported on February 4, 2026, that Russian spacecraft Luch-1 and Luch-2 intercepted messages from over a dozen key European satellites, raising risks of data compromise, satellite manipulation, or collisions. The Luch …

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Putin 'kept his word' — Trump reacts to latest Russian strike on Ukraine

Putin 'kept his word' — Trump reacts to latest Russian strike on Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Feb. 3 that Vladimir Putin had "kept his word" on a temporary truce on strikes against Ukraine's energy infrastructure, remarks that came after Russia targeted Ukraine's power plants overnight.

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Ukrainian 10-kilometer KILLZONES stop RUSSIANS at the FRONT #shorts

Ukrainian 10-kilometer KILLZONES stop RUSSIANS at the FRONT #shorts

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'You cannot reward monsters' — US lawmakers demand increased pressure on Russia

'You cannot reward monsters' — US lawmakers demand increased pressure on Russia

During a Feb. 3 press conference in Washington, D.C., the U.S. Congressional Ukraine Caucus called for increased pressure on Russia, including new sanctions, and said it is one signature away from forcing a vote on the Ukraine Support Act.

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Russian drone strike on Zaporizhzhia kills 2, injures at least 8, including children

Russian drone strike on Zaporizhzhia kills 2, injures at least 8, including children

A Russian drone strike hit Zaporizhzhia on Feb. 3, killing two 18-year-olds and injuring at least eight others, including three children, Ukrainian authorities said.

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🇺🇦 Ukrainian ARTILLERISTS work under a SHOWER of Russian FPV drones #shorts

🇺🇦 Ukrainian ARTILLERISTS work under a SHOWER of Russian FPV drones #shorts

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Ukraine reports record Russian losses in January, including 1,099 artillery systems

Ukraine’s Defense Forces inflicted some of the heaviest Russian losses in recent months during January, the Defense Ministry said on its website.

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Russia lost more than 31,700 personnel - …

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Russia fired a record 91 ballistic missiles at Ukraine in January, analyst says

In January 2026, Russia’s armed forces used a record number of ballistic weapons against Ukraine, according to Ukrainian military analyst Oleksandr Kovalenko. Over the month, Russian forces launched 91 ballistic missiles - the highest monthly total …

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How Russia rebuilt hacker gangs to attack the West, leading to a US indictment

How Russia rebuilt hacker gangs to attack the West, leading to a US indictment

Muleshoe, population 5,000, sits in the Texas Panhandle, next to the New Mexico state line, and about as far away from Ukraine as anywhere can be.

A small, arid town linked to the outside world by a patchwork of county roads and a smattering of …

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Russia captures 245 square kilometers in Ukraine in January, with fastest advances toward Sloviansk

In January, Russian troops captured 245 square kilometers of Ukrainian territory. According to the analytical outlet DeepState, that’s nearly half the pace of November and December last year, when Russia’s advances were significantly faster. …

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Ukraine is The Worlds Breadbasket. Europe Must Not Let Russia Steal a Piece

by Avery Lawrence As Russia’s war against Ukraine continues, the Ukrainian economy has shown resiliency. After suffering a 28.8% GDP drop immediately after Russia’s invasion in 2022, as well as an increase in inflation, the economy has managed to …

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Ukraine unveils 'Marichka' undersea kamikaze drone with 1,000-km range and 1-ton payload

Ukraine has showcased a new undersea drone called “Marichka,” which could pose a serious threat to the Crimean Bridge.

The Marichka kamikaze undersea drone is nearing completion. The company Akvatekhnik presented the system in an interview with the …

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⚡️ UKRAINE is under attack in 20-degree FREEZING TEMPERATURES – RUTTE has made a statement! #shorts

⚡️ UKRAINE is under attack in 20-degree FREEZING TEMPERATURES – RUTTE has made a statement! #shorts

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Rethinking Ukraine's economy

Rethinking Ukraine's economy

What kind of an economy does Ukraine have?

This question is not of abstract interest. International financial institutions, supporting governments, private investors — anyone with an economic interest in Ukraine needs to know what they have a stake …

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❄️ BATTLE FOR HEAT: 9TH ATTACK on THERMAL POWER PLANT. Ukraine survived a 6‑HOUR shelling

❄️ BATTLE FOR HEAT: 9TH ATTACK on THERMAL POWER PLANT. Ukraine survived a 6‑HOUR shelling

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Satellite images show Russia reviving Soviet-era base in Karelia and planning new garrisons near Finland, Yle reports

In 2025, Russia began to restore a Soviet-era military base in Petrozavodsk and plans to build new garrisons in Karelia near the Finnish border, Finland’s public broadcaster Yle reports, citing satellite imagery analysis and Russian regional media.

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The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for a Membership Retention Manager.

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The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for a Donations Manager.

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NATO chief confident allies will commit $15 billion in US arms for Ukraine in 2026

NATO chief confident allies will commit $15 billion in US arms for Ukraine in 2026

"I'm absolutely confident that the money will be there," Rutte said during a press conference alongside President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv when asked about the figure requested by Ukraine.

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German Defense Minister warns Ukraine will be 'dead tomorrow' without Western support

Kyiv vitally needs Western support, because without it Ukraine “will be dead tomorrow.” The West must continue backing Ukraine even though it is costly.

Ending support would be far more expensive for Europe than maintaining it, German Defense …

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Ukraine's Foreign Minister calls FIFA president a 'moral degenerate' over push to reinstate Russia

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has blasted FIFA President Gianni Infantino for seeking to bring Russia back into international soccer, calling him a “moral degenerate,” he said in a post on X.

Sybiha reminded Infantino that 679 Ukrainian …

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Ukraine war latest live: Russian FPV drone training center hit, General Staff says

Ukraine war latest live: Russian FPV drone training center hit, General Staff says

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 4 times today. A Russian first-person view (FPV) drone training center was among several targets hit by Ukrainian forces over the past day, the General …

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Zelensky urges maximum pressure on Moscow after massive Russian strike on Ukraine’s energy

Russia launched a massive strike on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, using more than 70 missiles and about 450 drones, as President Volodymyr Zelensky called on partners to increase pressure on Moscow.

Overnight on February 3, at the height of a …

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Russia launches massive missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and Kharkiv amid severe cold

Overnight Tuesday, February 3, Russia launched another wave of massive, combined strikes on several regions of Ukraine, with explosions reported. Ukraine’s Air Force and officials in Kyiv and Kharkiv announced the attacks on Telegram. During the …

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Zelenskyy and Rutte honored the memory of fallen Ukrainian defenders #shorts

Zelenskyy and Rutte honored the memory of fallen Ukrainian defenders #shorts

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US says 3 Ukraine investment projects achievable in 2026 under joint fund

US says 3 Ukraine investment projects achievable in 2026 under joint fund

The U.S. believes launching three projects under a joint U.S.-Ukrainian investment fund created under the so-called minerals deal last year is achievable, but ambitious, a senior U.S. official told reporters on Feb. 2.

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NATO chief arrives in Kyiv as Russia bombards Ukraine

NATO chief arrives in Kyiv as Russia bombards Ukraine

Rutte spoke at a meeting of the Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament.

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How Ukraine appears in the latest Epstein files

How Ukraine appears in the latest Epstein files

The U.S. Department of Justice on Jan. 31 published over 3 million documents in accordance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act.

Some of them had a direct connection to Ukraine.

The files linked to late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey …

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West agrees to respond militarily to Russia's ceasefire violations in Ukraine, FT reports

West agrees to respond militarily to Russia's ceasefire violations in Ukraine, FT reports

A more extensive Russian attack would trigger a coordinated Western-led military response backed by U.S. forces, initiated 72 hours after the initial breach, the Financial Times reported.

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Ukraine designates Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps a terrorist organization

Ukraine stands with the Iranian people ready to fight for their freedom and is therefore recognizing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, Zelensky said in his nightly video address.

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'Russians chose a freezing February night' — Damaged buildings, casualties reported as Russia resumes large-scale strikes on Kyiv

'Russians chose a freezing February night' — Damaged buildings, casualties reported as Russia resumes large-scale strikes on Kyiv

Russian forces launched a mass ballistic missile and drone attack on Kyiv overnight on Feb. 3, striking multiple residential buildings across the city and injuring at least three people, officials said.

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Russia’s exhaustion could open a strategic window for Ukraine in 2026, analyst says

The Russian military is more depleted than ever, and that is already affecting the pace of its offensive.

Ukrainian military analyst Alexander Kovalenko said that despite attempts to keep up offensive operations and “sell” an image of strength to the …

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'Moral degenerate' — Ukraine slams FIFA president for supporting Russia's return

'Moral degenerate' — Ukraine slams FIFA president for supporting Russia's return

"Six-hundred seventy-nine Ukrainian girls and boys will never be able to play football — Russia killed them," Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said after FIFA President Gianni Infantino backed lifting the ban on Russian athletes.

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Center for Strategic and International Studies: China helped Russia triple Iskander missile production, skirting sanctions

China sold the Russian Federation raw materials used to make Iskander-M ballistic missiles, enabling the Russian military to receive three times more missiles in 2025 than before, analysts say. Beijing’s support helped shore up Moscow’s …

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Ukraine names Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist organization

Ukraine names Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist organization

"Ukraine has not forgotten any of the thousands of Shaheds that attack our cities and villages, our people," President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Feb. 2.

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Ukraine stalls Russian push near Hulyaipole amid heavy losses

Russia’s push toward the Hulyaipole sector is stalling despite repeated attempts to break through. Ukrainian forces are destroying infiltration groups and reporting heavy enemy losses.

Ukrainian troops continue to hold back pressure from Russian …

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Medvedev threatens nuclear strike, warns Zelensky as New START deadline nears

Russia’s Security Council deputy chairman Dmitry Medvedev referenced the looming expiration of the U.S.-Russian New START strategic arms treaty and reiterated that Moscow is prepared to use nuclear weapons in line with its doctrine. He also suggested …

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Kremlin says talks possible only in Moscow, invites Zelensky again

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed a trilateral meeting with Russia and the United States to discuss territorial issues, but the Kremlin is still insisting any negotiations take place in Moscow.

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov …

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Federal Prosecutor Investigates: Raids Against Suspected Sanctions Violators on Russia Embargo

On February 2, 2026, German federal prosecutors launched investigations against a corporate network accused of large-scale delivery of goods to Russia, despite these goods being listed on the EU sanctions embargo list. The Federal Prosecutor’s Office …

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They Are Beautiful, Untrue, and Harmful. A Network of Fake Accounts Hits Ukrainian Women

On February 2, 2026, an orchestrated wave of fake Facebook profiles purporting to be attractive Ukrainian women began posting fake matrimonial ads aimed at inciting negative reactions among Polish internet users. These profiles are non-existent …

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Explosions, fire reported overnight in Russia's Belgorod region

Explosions, fire reported overnight in Russia's Belgorod region

Explosions were reported overnight Feb. 2 in Russia's Belgorod region, where officials said an alleged Ukrainian drone attack sparked a fire in the city of Stary Oskol.

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Ukraine-Russia talks in Abu Dhabi remain on track, with US to attend Feb 4–5

There has been no breakdown in the negotiation process between Ukraine and Russia that began in late January in Abu Dhabi with U.S. involvement. The next round is scheduled for February 4–5, again in the UAE capital, Ukrainian journalist Yulia …

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15 killed near Pavlohrad in Russian drone attack

A Russian drone struck a bus in the Pavlohrad district of Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region, the head of the regional military administration, Alexander Hanzha, said on Telegram.

Preliminary government figures put the death toll at 12, with seven more …

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Five Men Arrested for Violating Russia Sanctions via Concealed Exports from Lübeck

The German Federal Prosecutor’s Office arrested five suspects on February 2, 2026, involved in systematic violations of trade sanctions against Russia. The accused used a scheme of shell companies based in Lübeck and other German locations to …

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Poland Increases Engagement with Baltic and Nordic Countries

Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Poland has significantly increased its diplomatic and security cooperation with the Baltic and Nordic countries, including Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, and Sweden. Warsaw has …

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Russians seek to bypass Starlink speed blocks on attack drones as Ukraine limits access

forces are looking for ways to prevent the shutdown of Starlink terminals mounted on drones attacking Ukraine. Right now, the satellite internet modules stop working after a drone exceeds a speed of 90 km/h.

According to a Russian channel run by a …

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Sweden readies one of its largest military aid packages for Ukraine with air defenses, Saab radars and drones

Sweden is preparing one of its largest security assistance packages for Ukraine, including air defense systems and Saab-made radars, along with investments in Ukraine’s defense-industrial base such as additional electronic warfare systems and drones, …

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Ukraine war latest: Ukraine sees 'real results' from blocking Russia’s Starlink use, defense minister says

Ukraine war latest: Ukraine sees 'real results' from blocking Russia’s Starlink use, defense minister says

Key developments on Jan. 31-Feb. 1:

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  • Russia attacks bus carrying Ukrainian miners, kills 15, injures 15
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Kyiv permanently loses one of its thermal power plants after January strikes

The situation in Kyiv’s power system has significantly worsened after massive Russian attacks. Strikes on January 9 and 13 forced a complete shutdown of one generating facility.

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Personal bankruptcies in Russia soar 31% to nearly 568,000 in 2025, Ukrainian intelligence says

The number of officially registered personal bankruptcies in Russia has soared over the past year amid a deepening economic crisis, with more than 500,000 citizens declared insolvent, according to Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service.

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Zelensky says he may run for president again but will decide after the war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he does not rule out running for president again, but he will give a definitive answer only after the war ends.

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💔 How occupiers destroy Ukrainians: child conscription, “widow villages,” executions

💔 How occupiers destroy Ukrainians: child conscription, “widow villages,” executions

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Russian war bloggers say Fedorov’s Starlink crackdown is crippling their battlefield communications

Russian military propagandists acknowledge that Ukraine’s new defense minister has set in motion steps that are significantly hampering Russia’s forces.

Russian military channels are sounding the alarm: according to military channels, Ukraine’s new …

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Russian assault on Pokrovsk falters as Ukraine says it destroyed four platoons

Russian forces attempted an advance on Ukrainian positions in the Pokrovsk sector, but Ukrainian units repelled the assault, according to Ukraine’s National Guard.

Ukrainian defenders eliminated roughly four platoons of Russian troops in a single …

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Freedom of Russia Legion destroys Russian ammunition depot 7 km behind lines near Kupyansk

Ukraine’s military intelligence says it carried out a successful behind-the-lines raid in the Kharkiv region, destroying a Russian ammunition depot.

A special unit of Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (GUR), the Freedom of Russia Legion, blew up a …

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ZELENSKYY: Russia launched OVER 6,000 drones on Ukraine in a month #shorts

ZELENSKYY: Russia launched OVER 6,000 drones on Ukraine in a month #shorts

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Russian soldier’s mother pleads with Putin to rescue troops near Kupyansk as Kremlin denies encirclement

A letter from the mother of a Russian soldier reportedly trapped near Kupyansk has surfaced on Russian war channels. The Kremlin, however, continues to insist the situation around Kupyansk is “under control,” denying any encirclement.

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Russia reinforces Sumy front, Ukrainian intelligence says

Russia has been steadily increasing the size of its grouping on the Sumy axis at least since fall 2025 and is gradually shifting activity toward a large forested area northwest of Sumy, according to Ukrainska Pravda’s sources.

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How Ukraine’s homeless are faring in freezing conditions

How Ukraine’s homeless are faring in freezing conditions

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Where martial law meets the energy crisis | Ukraine This Week

Where martial law meets the energy crisis | Ukraine This Week

In the latest episode of Ukraine This Week, the Kyiv Independent’s Anna Belokur explains how martial law shapes daily life in Ukraine amid the country's harshest winter since the full-scale invasion.

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Russia steps up attacks with Kh-32 missiles — here's what we know

Russia steps up attacks with Kh-32 missiles — here's what we know

On Jan. 24, Ukraine's Air Force reported intercepting nine Kh-32 missiles, drawing renewed attention to a weapon that Russia has until now used sparingly in attacks on Ukraine, but often with devastating consequences.

Known for its high speed and …

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Ukraine, US, Russia to meet in UAE next week for new round of peace talks, Zelensky says

Ukraine, US, Russia to meet in UAE next week for new round of peace talks, Zelensky says

Ukraine, the U.S., and Russia are set to meet in Abu Dhabi on Feb. 4-5 for a new round of talks as part of ongoing efforts to negotiate a peace deal, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Feb. 1.

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Ukraine sees 'real results' from blocking Russia’s Starlink use, defense minister says

Ukraine sees 'real results' from blocking Russia’s Starlink use, defense minister says

Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said Ukraine continues to work "very closely" with U.S. tech billionaire Elon Musk's team on the next "important steps."

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Russian attacks against Ukraine kill 4, injure 21, including children, over past day

Russian attacks against Ukraine kill 4, injure 21, including children, over past day

Ukrainian forces downed 76 out of the 90 drones, including Shahed-type attack drones, launched by Russia overnight, the Air Force reported. Fourteen drones struck nine different locations, according to the statement.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,240,680 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,240,680 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 1,090 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Over 168,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine identified by media investigation

Over 168,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine identified by media investigation

Since the media outlets' last update in mid-January, the names of 4,536 Russian soldiers have been added to the list of casualties.

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Ukraine restores power after nationwide blackout, rolling outages to continue

Power crews have restored electricity in all regions of Ukraine following a system-wide failure, First Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal said on Saturday evening, January 31. “All regions are returning to planned schedules, …

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Zelensky says territorial issues require a face-to-face meeting with Putin

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv is ready for any meeting format with Russia and the United States. He added that territorial issues can only be resolved in a personal meeting with Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin.

Zelensky noted that at …

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German Inspector General Carsten Breuer warns Russia may be ready for military conflict with the West within a few years.

The video documentary by DW follows Carsten Breuer, Inspector General of the German Armed Forces and Germany’s highest-ranking soldier, over nine months. Breuer discusses the readiness of Russia for potential military conflict with the West in …

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What is Grey Zone confrontation and why is it important?

This article from The Cove provides an in-depth analysis of Grey Zone confrontation, describing it as a form of conflict employing non-kinetic, ambiguous, and incremental coercion that stays below the threshold of conventional war. Key features of …

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Russia-directed sabotage operations in Europe involving low-cost operatives have caused hundreds of millions in damage from 2022-2025, targeting multiple countries and critical infrastructure. European counter-sabotage responses remain largely reacti

The landscape of European security is shifting amid ongoing Russia-directed sabotage operations, marked by low-cost, minimally trained agents causing significant physical and financial damage across Europe from 2022 to 2025. Sabotage attacks include …

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German Defense Minister accuses Putin of terrorizing Ukraine’s civilians, questions ceasefire sincerity

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of terrorizing Ukraine’s civilian population. In an interview with Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland (RND) on Saturday, January 31, he also questioned the Russian leader’s …

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Russia's Duma threatens weapons of retribution strikes on Ukraine amid deep freeze

Russian lawmakers are calling for the use of powerful weapons against Ukraine. Members of Russia’s State Duma want to employ them starting next week, coinciding with the peak of a cold snap.

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🤥Blackout in Ukraine and Moldova: emergency cuts, deaths in Sumy

🤥Blackout in Ukraine and Moldova: emergency cuts, deaths in Sumy

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Incoming Dutch government to continue support for Ukraine, pledges €3 billion in military aid for 2027–2029

The Netherlands plans to continue military and financial support for Kyiv over the next several years and will push for the use of frozen Russian assets.

The incoming Dutch coalition government plans to provide Ukraine with €3 billion in military aid …

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Ukraine’s power grid on the brink as blackouts halt Kyiv and Kharkiv metros

Ukraine’s power system is teetering on the edge: for the first time since the war began, subways in Kyiv and Kharkiv halted due to electricity disruptions. French outlet Le Monde calls it “a sign of an energy catastrophe” triggered by Russia’s …

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Russian envoy meets US officials for Ukraine peace talks before next round of trilateral negotiations

Russian envoy meets US officials for Ukraine peace talks before next round of trilateral negotiations

Russian Envoy Kiril Dmitriev held "productive and constructive meetings" with U.S. officials in Miami, U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said on Jan. 31.

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Kupyansk-Vuzlovyi under full Ukrainian control as infiltrating Russian groups are cleared out

The situation in the town of Kupyansk-Vuzlovyi in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region - declared captured by Russia on January 27 - remains fully under the control of Ukraine’s Defense Forces, the Ukrainian outlet DeepState said Saturday, January 31, on its …

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Secret Orbán-Putin deals: Why Hungary turned against Brussels and Ukraine

Secret Orbán-Putin deals: Why Hungary turned against Brussels and Ukraine

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Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tankers hide off Turkey’s coast, fearing Ukrainian sea drones

Russian “shadow fleet” tankers transiting the Black Sea have begun hugging Turkey’s coastline to avoid attacks by Ukrainian unmanned surface vessels, according to Militarnyi, which cites maritime traffic analysts and OSINT projects.

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Ukrainian drones hit Russia’s 'BARS-Sarmat' base near Kyrylivka, killing 2 and wounding 12

Ukraine’s military carried out a strike on a base used by Russia’s elite “BARS-Sarmat” special forces on January 29, using five attack drones near the settlement of Kyrylivka in the Zaporizhzhia region, according to RIA Pivden, which cited the “Spy …

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Russian officials call for 'more powerful weapons' to attack Ukraine as temperatures drop

Russian officials call for 'more powerful weapons' to attack Ukraine as temperatures drop

Volodin's threat, in which he says State Duma deputies call for "weapons of retaliation" to be used against Ukraine, comes a few days after Ukrainian, Russian, and U.S. officials held the latest round of peace talks in Abu Dhabi on Jan. 23-24.

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Ukraine’s grid failure triggers widespread outages and a blackout in Moldova

On the morning of January 31, a large-scale failure in Ukraine’s power system triggered emergency electricity shutoffs across much of the country - and beyond.

A serious disruption in the Ukrainian grid left Kyiv, the Kyiv region and several other …

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Ukraine imposes emergency power cuts amid grid strain

Ukraine introduced emergency electricity shutdowns across several regions on January 31, with effects felt in the capital. Voltage problems in Kyiv prompted water supply disruptions and a temporary suspension of the metro.

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⚡ Blackout in Ukraine and Moldova: emergency cuts, deaths in Sumy.

⚡ Blackout in Ukraine and Moldova: emergency cuts, deaths in Sumy.

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'Russians are to blame' — Moldovans react to mass power outage after Moldova-Ukraine line malfunction

'Russians are to blame' — Moldovans react to mass power outage after Moldova-Ukraine line malfunction

Moldova suffered a major power outage on Jan. 31, leaving most of its capital without electricity in the morning and halting trolleybuses and traffic lights.

Parts of Moldova experienced power disruptions when Ukraine reported "a cascade shutdown" in …

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Gazprombank warns Russia’s National Wealth Fund could be exhausted within a year amid low oil prices

The liquid assets of Russia’s National Wealth Fund (NWF) could be fully depleted within the next year if current oil prices persist.

Experts at the major state-owned lender Gazprombank have warned the Kremlin that the NWF is being “zeroed out” at a …

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Ukraine hit by mass blackouts after grid disruption

Ukraine hit by mass blackouts after grid disruption

Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal reported "a cascade shutdown" in Ukraine's power grid in the morning on Jan. 31.

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Meet Olha Kobylianska, the Ukrainian author who redefined women’s freedom

Meet Olha Kobylianska, the Ukrainian author who redefined women’s freedom

In Olha Kobylianska's 1891 novella "A Human Being," the heroine Olena defies societal norms with a transgression that challenges the very fabric of her world: the pursuit of intellectual freedom. She is a woman who thinks for herself and, far worse …

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At least 5 killed, 19 injured in Russian attacks over past day

At least 5 killed, 19 injured in Russian attacks over past day

The Air Force said on Jan. 31 that Russia launched 85 drones against Ukraine overnight, of which 55 were Shahed-type drones. It said that it had downed 64 drones in the north, south, and east of the country.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,239,590 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,239,590 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 880 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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MEAT GRINDER: Russian losses surge in war against Ukraine #shorts

MEAT GRINDER: Russian losses surge in war against Ukraine #shorts

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Russia rejects US-Ukraine agreement – a new impasse? #shorts

Russia rejects US-Ukraine agreement – a new impasse? #shorts

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The illusion of a ceasefire in Ukraine

The illusion of a ceasefire in Ukraine

Under immense pressure by weeks of Russian missile strikes, blackouts, and freezing cold, Ukrainians may get a few days of reprieve — at least, according to Washington.

Trump surprisingly announced on Jan. 29 that Russian President Vladimir Putin …

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Ukraine denies Russian claims of capturing Zlahoda, Ternuvate and Richne in Zaporizhzhia

Ukraine’s military has denied Russian claims that several settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region have been occupied, saying Zlahoda, Richne and Ternuvate are not under Russian control.

The village of Zlahoda — in the Synelnykivskyi district of …

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US taps Belgium’s Sabena for F-16 repairs for Ukraine

The United States has signed a $235 million agreement with Belgian company Sabena Aerospace to repair and service Ukraine’s F-16 fighter jets. The contract, which runs through January 28, 2029, covers intermediate- and depot-level maintenance for …

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Protection against Russian drones: Ukrainians fight back with technology! #shorts

Protection against Russian drones: Ukrainians fight back with technology! #shorts

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Russia strikes Ukraine despite Trump’s request for pause

Russia launched a large-scale overnight attack on Friday, January 30, hitting Ukraine with 111 drones and one Iskander-M ballistic missile, Ukraine’s Air Force said.

The Ukrainian military reported strikes from the missile and 25 strike drones at 15 …

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Abu Dhabi dropped as venue for Ukraine-Russia-U.S. talks amid Iran tensions

A date and location for a second round of talks have not yet been set, reports Ukrainian political journalist Yulia Zabelina on Telegram.

Zabelina said that on January 29, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky disclosed new details off the record. …

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Ukraine is ready to refrain from retaliatory strikes, Zelenskyy says on "energy truce" #shorts

Ukraine is ready to refrain from retaliatory strikes, Zelenskyy says on "energy truce" #shorts

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Zelensky says Ukraine won’t cede Donbas or Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant as U.S. peace plan remains stuck on territory concessions

A compromise on Donbas has not yet been reached, and Ukraine is not prepared to accept decisions that would violate its territorial integrity.

President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine will not give up Donbas or the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant …

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Zelensky says Russia is targeting logistics during energy truce

There were no strikes on energy facilities overnight, but there were more attacks on logistics. Drone strikes on urban residential areas also continue.

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Ukraine is rewriting the rules of war! Algorithms against the agony of the empire!

Ukraine is rewriting the rules of war! Algorithms against the agony of the empire!

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Ukrainian military: Heavy fighting in Dronivka as Russian forces attempt night river crossings

Russian troops are preparing a decisive strike on Dronivka while wearing down Ukrainian airborne units with night attacks by small groups, Ukraine’s 81st Separate Airmobile Brigade of the 7th Air Assault Corps said on January 29.

The brigade reported …

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Zelensky invites Putin to Kyiv, rules out talks in Moscow or Belarus

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, speaking with reporters on Friday, January 30, responded to repeated proposals from the Russian side that he travel to Moscow for talks. He said such invitations indicate a lack of serious intent to end the …

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SBU detains 3 men accused of working for Russia's FSB, plotting bomb attacks on Ukrainian military in Odesa

SBU detains 3 men accused of working for Russia's FSB, plotting bomb attacks on Ukrainian military in Odesa

"The terrorist attacks were to be carried out by remotely activating homemade bombs," the SBU said on Jan. 30.

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Zelensky says Russia hit U.S. company facility in Ukraine as strikes shift from energy targets

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that overnight into Friday, January 30, there were no strikes on power infrastructure, though a day earlier energy facilities in several regions were damaged by shelling. Overall, he said, there is a shift …

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Russia agrees to energy truce, halting strikes on Ukraine’s grid until Feb. 1 at Trump’s request

The Kremlin has confirmed that Russia agreed to an “energy truce,” during which it will refrain from striking Ukraine at the request of Donald Trump. The pause will last until February 1, when a deep freeze is forecast to peak in Ukraine.

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DRONES VS MISSILES: how Ukraine changed long-range strikes

DRONES VS MISSILES: how Ukraine changed long-range strikes

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De-escalation signals from US: Ukraine’s response on energy sector #shorts

De-escalation signals from US: Ukraine’s response on energy sector #shorts

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Kremlin says Trump asked Putin to halt Kyiv strikes until February 1

US President Donald Trump made a personal request to Russian president Vladimir Putin to refrain from striking Kyiv until February 1, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters at a Friday briefing.

“Indeed, President Trump made a personal …

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Trump’s weeklong ceasefire? Russia says 2 days

Trump’s weeklong ceasefire? Russia says 2 days

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Ukraine war latest: Russia attacks passenger bus in Kherson Oblast, killing 1, injuring 5

Ukraine war latest: Russia attacks passenger bus in Kherson Oblast, killing 1, injuring 5

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 4 times today. Russia attacked a passenger bus in Kherson Oblast, killing the driver, and injuring 5 civilians, Kherson Oblast Prosecutor's Office …
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Confusion reigns as Russia says it was only asked to stop attacking Kyiv until Sunday

Confusion reigns as Russia says it was only asked to stop attacking Kyiv until Sunday

The comment from Kremlin spokesperson Dmitri Peskov came a day after Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin had agreed to his request not to strike Kyiv as well as other Ukrainian cities and towns for a week.

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'We are all used to this now' — Inside one of Kyiv’s hardest-hit buildings this winter

'We are all used to this now' — Inside one of Kyiv’s hardest-hit buildings this winter

Upon entering Daria’s apartment in a large complex in Rusanivka on Kyiv’s left bank, a faint smell of gas lingers in the cold, dim rooms. After Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure cut heat and power across parts of the city,  

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EU plans to impose 20th sanctions package against Russia on Feb. 24, Kallas says

EU plans to impose 20th sanctions package against Russia on Feb. 24, Kallas says

The European Union aims to impose a 20th sanctions package against Russia on Feb. 24, the day marking the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas told reporters on Jan. 29.

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Ukraine distributes boilers from Italy to support heating for up to 90,000 homes

Ukraine distributes boilers from Italy to support heating for up to 90,000 homes

Ukraine has distributed industrial boiler equipment delivered by Italy among communities in 10 regions as part of a broader support program aimed at strengthening the country’s heating infrastructure, Deputy Prime Minister Oleksii Kuleba said on Jan. …
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NEWSFLASH: Trump, Zelenskyy announce energy ceasefire in Ukraine

NEWSFLASH: Trump, Zelenskyy announce energy ceasefire in Ukraine

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🔥Over $1 billion in damages: Ukraine strikes Russian aviation #shorts

🔥Over $1 billion in damages: Ukraine strikes Russian aviation #shorts

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Germany to deliver 33 mobile combined heat-and-power plants to Ukraine, ambassador says

Germany’s ambassador to Ukraine, Heiko Thoms, has announced that Berlin will hand over 33 mobile combined heat-and-power plants to Ukraine in the near future. He made the comments in an interview with Suspilne.

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Trump claims Putin agreed not to strike Kyiv, other Ukrainian cities 'for a week'

Trump claims Putin agreed not to strike Kyiv, other Ukrainian cities 'for a week'

"I personally asked President Putin not to fire on Kyiv and the cities and towns for a week," Trump said. "And he agreed to do that."

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Defense Ministry working with SpaceX to solve Russian use of Starlink on drones

Defense Ministry working with SpaceX to solve Russian use of Starlink on drones

Ukraine says it is working with SpaceX to stop Russian drones from using Starlink, after reports that satellite-connected UAVs are extending their range to strike deeper into Ukrainian territory.

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Ukraine: Russian forces establish headquarters and artillery in Myrnohrad amid heavy fighting

Russian troops have taken control of most of Myrnohrad in Donetsk region, setting up a commandant’s office, artillery positions and field headquarters in the city, according to a Ukrainian marine officer speaking from the area to Ukrainska Pravda. …

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NATO urges EU NOT TO RESTRICT arms purchases for Ukraine #shorts

NATO urges EU NOT TO RESTRICT arms purchases for Ukraine #shorts

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INVESTMENTS + REFORMS: EU prepares Ukraine for economic leap forward #shorts

INVESTMENTS + REFORMS: EU prepares Ukraine for economic leap forward #shorts

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'Without power, without heat' — EU allocates over $170 million for Ukraine amid Russian attacks on energy

'Without power, without heat' — EU allocates over $170 million for Ukraine amid Russian attacks on energy

The funds will support protection assistance, shelter, food, cash aid, psychosocial services, and access to water and healthcare for Ukrainians affected by the attacks.

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🔥 ODESA UNDER FIRE, ZAPORIZHZHIA IN MOURNING: Will Europe save Ukraine's energy system?

🔥 ODESA UNDER FIRE, ZAPORIZHZHIA IN MOURNING: Will Europe save Ukraine's energy system?

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Same-sex couples find a haven in Taiwan

Same-sex couples find a haven in Taiwan

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Ukraine to produce over 7 million drones in 2026 amid $120 billion defense push

Ukraine plans to marshal $120 billion for defense and security in 2026, drawing on its state budget, EU loans and assistance from international partners.

Ukrainian defense enterprises will produce more than 7 million drones of various types for the …

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Estonia warns Russian veterans could flood Europe after Ukraine war, urges EU entry ban

Estonia warns Russian veterans could flood Europe after Ukraine war, urges EU entry ban

"We have close to 1 million combatants in Russia. They're mainly criminals; they are very dangerous people," Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna said. "We have information that most of them will come to Europe after the war."

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Finnish Prime Minister open to dialogue with Russia if Moscow ends war

Finland’s Prime Minister Petteri Orpo says he is ready to resume dialogue with Moscow if Russia halts its military campaign against Ukraine.

It is not possible at the moment, but such a situation cannot last forever, Orpo told Iltalehti.

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Ukraine's central bank cuts interest rate in first change in 10 months

Ukraine's central bank cuts interest rate in first change in 10 months

The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) voted on Jan. 29 to cut its benchmark interest rate to 15%, the first change since March last year, as inflation cools and a new aid package from Europe eased pressure on the country's finances.

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German authorities raid Deutsche Bank in money-laundering probe linked to Roman Abramovich

German authorities have searched Deutsche Bank as part of an investigation tied to Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich, Spiegel reported. On Wednesday morning, about 30 officers from the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA), acting on orders from …

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Ukraine war latest live: Russian aircraft, radar station, drone control centres destroyed in multiple attacks, General Staff says

Ukraine war latest live: Russian aircraft, radar station, drone control centres destroyed in multiple attacks, General Staff says

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 4 times today. Ukrainian forces struck several Russian military targets, including an aircraft, the General Staff said on Jan. 29.

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Ukraine summons Hungarian ambassador over election interference claims

Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry has summoned Hungarian Ambassador Antal Heizer over recent statements by Hungary’s leadership alleging Kyiv interfered in Hungary’s parliamentary elections. The diplomat was told that Ukraine is categorically opposed to …

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Ukraine repatriates bodies of 1,000 fallen soldiers

Ukraine repatriates bodies of 1,000 fallen soldiers

Russia confirmed that it had handed over 1,000 bodies to Ukraine under the Istanbul agreement in exchange for 38 bodies of fallen Russian soldiers, Kremlin-controlled news agency TASS reported on Jan. 29.

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Germany's Merz says Ukraine joining EU in 2027 'not possible'

Germany's Merz says Ukraine joining EU in 2027 'not possible'

The comments come after President Volodymyr Zelensky set 2027 as the target date for Ukraine's entry into the bloc.

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Zelensky warns Russia preparing new large-scale strike

Ukraine’s President said that despite global diplomatic efforts, Russia continues to strike Ukrainian cities and is preparing a new large-scale attack. He also confirmed that Kyiv faces a difficult situation, especially with heating.

“We know the …

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Russian Su-34 reportedly downed near Snake Island

Monitoring channels reported around 9 p.m. that a multirole, supersonic Su-34 took off from the Russian military airfield “Maykop.” The jet was then spotted near Snake Island.

Later, Russian aviation blogger and propagandist Fighterbomber wrote that …

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Schröder and Lafontaine – Old Men Astray: Putin's Propagandists

Gerhard Schröder and Oskar Lafontaine, once prominent German politicians, now mostly stir controversy due to their strong pro-Russian rhetoric. Schröder warns against demonizing Russia and promotes renewed energy cooperation with Russia despite the …

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Putin aide invites Zelensky to Moscow for talks, vows security guarantees

Yuri Ushakov, an aide to Vladimir Putin, said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky can come to Moscow if he is ready to meet the Russian leader. He added that Russia would guarantee the Ukrainian leader’s security.

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The end of the missile era? Ukraine has created a new class of strike weapons

The end of the missile era? Ukraine has created a new class of strike weapons

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Exclusive: Trump's top envoy negotiating Ukraine's fate displays 'shocking' lack of knowledge about war, politics

Exclusive: Trump's top envoy negotiating Ukraine's fate  displays 'shocking' lack of knowledge about war, politics

A senior U.S. envoy involved in efforts to end Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine has displayed a lack of basic understanding of Ukraine's political system and the war itself while speaking to reporters, the Kyiv Independent has learned.

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Ukrainian defenders stopped 7 attempts by Russians to break through in the south #shorts

Ukrainian defenders stopped 7 attempts by Russians to break through in the south #shorts

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Ukraine: Russia masses 150,000 troops near Pokrovsk as small-arms clashes and drone strikes intensify

Russian forces have spent the past year and a half trying to seize the city of Pokrovsk in Ukraine’s Donetsk region, concentrating about 150,000 troops in the area, according to the Ukrainian military.

Around Pokrovsk, Russian forces are focused on …

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As temperatures outside plunge, a Ukrainian pet shelter struggles to keep animals warm amid Russian attacks

As temperatures outside plunge, a Ukrainian pet shelter struggles to keep animals warm amid Russian attacks

Just over 30 kilometers (18 miles) from Kyiv, the Hostomel animal shelter is trying to keep more than 700 cats and dogs alive and warm as Russia's attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure leave the country facing rolling outages, scarce heat, and …

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Ukraine’s Foreign Minister: Zelensky is ready to meet Putin to discuss territory and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is prepared for a face-to-face meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha says.

Sybiha confirmed Zelensky’s readiness to meet Putin to address the most sensitive …

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Kyiv hoping to convince IMF to delay key condition for $8.1 billion loan

Kyiv hoping to convince IMF to delay key condition for $8.1 billion loan

Kyiv is pushing to delay a new tax on self-employed entrepreneurs until after the war has ended, as well as raise the threshold at which entrepreneurs would start paying the levy, a person in the Ukrainian government familiar with the talks told the …
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Why Colombian volunteers are joining war in Ukraine

Why Colombian volunteers are joining war in Ukraine

Colombians, many shaped by decades of armed conflict at home, have become one of the largest groups of foreign volunteers fighting for Ukraine since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022. The Kyiv Independent's Jared Goyette speaks …

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Ukraine to receive Mirage 2000-5 jets and air-defense missiles in new French aid package

Ukraine is set to receive fighter jets and air-defense missiles as part of a new military aid package from France. Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said the country expects additional Mirage 2000-5 aircraft soon, a move he said will significantly …

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'Impossible to ban grief' — how Russia tries and fails to hide its casualties in Ukraine

'Impossible to ban grief' — how Russia tries and fails to hide its casualties in Ukraine

Russia has tightened control over information about its battlefield losses in Ukraine, cutting off data and closing one public loophole after another. The effort has not stopped the evidence of the dead from surfacing.

As 2025 came to an end, Western …

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Ukrainian Railways introduces additional security measures after deadly Russian attack on passenger train in Kharkiv Oblast

Ukrainian Railways introduces additional security measures after deadly Russian attack on passenger train in Kharkiv Oblast

Three Russian Geran-2 drones struck the train on Jan. 27 at around 4:30 p.m. local time in the Barvinkove community.

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Ukraine arrests alleged Belarusian KGB agent after attempt to infiltrate Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence

Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) has detained a deep-cover Belarusian KGB agent in Kyiv who allegedly tried to infiltrate the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU), the agency said.

The arrest was carried out together with the DIU’s internal security …

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14 countries close the Baltic Sea to Russia’s shadow fleet, vow to detain stateless tankers

Russia’s shadow fleet will no longer be allowed into the Baltic Sea. An official letter says growing interference with satellite navigation in European waters “originating from the Russian Federation” is creating risks. As a result, ships that …

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Russia’s top general falsely claims capture of Kupyansk-Vuzlovyi, pro-Kremlin bloggers push back

Russia’s Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov, in a briefing on January 27, claimed Russian forces had captured Kupyansk-Vuzlovyi. The claim was rejected not only by Ukraine’s National Security and Defense Council, but also by pro-Kremlin …

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Ukraine: U.S. to sign separate deals with Kyiv and Moscow amid dispute over Donbas-linked guarantees

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha said that, at this stage, a direct agreement between Ukraine and Russia to end Russia’s war of aggression is not under discussion.

“Speaking strictly about this 20-point framework (an agreement to end the war …

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Russia strikes passenger train in Kharkiv region with 'Shahed' drones

Ukrainian officials accuse Russia of targeting civilians after a passenger train carrying nearly 300 people was struck in the Kharkiv region on January 27.

The Russian military used attack drones to hit the train, according to Ukraine’s state rail …

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Russia says it's ready for Zelensky-Putin meeting — but only if Ukraine's president travels to Moscow

Russia says it's ready for Zelensky-Putin meeting — but only if Ukraine's president travels to Moscow

Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said Moscow is prepared to ensure President Volodymyr Zelensky's security.

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Six windows on Ukraine: Acceptance.

“Acceptance is learning how to live, even when grief never leaves.”

For our fifth season, Ukrainian Spaces returns to its beginnings, revisiting six Ukrainians from the 2022 inaugural season to see how war, time, and resistance have reshaped their …

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Ukraine war latest live: SBU releases greatest hits video of 2025 drone strikes on Russian aircraft

Ukraine war latest live: SBU releases greatest hits video of 2025 drone strikes on Russian aircraft

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 3 times today. Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) on Jan. 28 released a video compilation of what it claimed was the destruction of more than $1 billion …
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Ukraine targets oil depot in Russia's Voronezh Oblast, strikes several military facilities in occupied territories, General Staff says

Ukraine targets oil depot in Russia's Voronezh Oblast, strikes several military facilities in occupied territories, General Staff says

The attack on the oil depot caused a fire at the facility and ignited stored petroleum products. Thick smoke is rising above the site, the General Staff said.

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Pro-Ukrainian partisans sabotage substation in Russia's Udmurt Republic, disrupt power supply to military‑industrial plant, group claims

Pro-Ukrainian partisans sabotage substation in Russia's Udmurt Republic, disrupt power supply to military‑industrial plant, group claims

The Atesh partisan group sabotaged an electrical substation in Russia's Udmurt Republic, disrupting power supply to the nearby "BUMMASH" military‑industrial plant, the group claimed in a Telegram post on Jan. 28.

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Explosions rock Kyiv as Russia launches drones, missiles targeting multiple Ukrainian regions

Explosions rock Kyiv as Russia launches drones, missiles targeting multiple Ukrainian regions

Explosions and fires were reported in Kyiv after Russia launched an early morning attack on Ukraine's capital on Jan. 28.

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Russia has suffered 'more losses than any major power' since World War II, report says

Russia has suffered 'more losses than any major power' since World War II, report says

Russian forces have sustained nearly 1.2 million casualties since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, paying a steep price for limited gains, a new CSIS report finds.

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Latvia's State Security Service requested criminal charges against a pro-Russian activist from Rēzekne for financing Russian military equipment.

On January 21, 2026, Latvia’s State Security Service (VDD) requested prosecutors in the Latgale Regional Court to initiate a criminal case against Polina Kamļova from Rēzekne, accused of financing the Russian military with drones and equipment …

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Hungary summons Ukrainian ambassador over election interference claims

Hungary summons Ukrainian ambassador over election interference claims

Ukraine's ambassador to Hungary was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Budapest on Jan. 27, as Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto accused Kyiv of interfering in Hungary's upcoming parliamentary elections.

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Lukashenko must be held accountable for 'complicity' in Russia's war, Sybiha says

Lukashenko must be held accountable for 'complicity' in Russia's war, Sybiha says

Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said Belarus is complicit in Russia's invasion of Ukraine and that Kyiv is preparing sanctions against Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko to hold him accountable for supporting the war.

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German Defense Minister condemns Russia’s ‘especially cynical’ strikes on Ukraine amid Abu Dhabi talks

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius called Russia’s strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure “especially cynical” as the first three-way talks involving the United States took place in Abu Dhabi on January 23–24. He made the remarks on Monday, …

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Ukraine sees shift in Russia's peace talks delegation as 'pseudo-historical lectures' end, foreign minister says

Ukraine sees shift in Russia's peace talks delegation as 'pseudo-historical lectures' end, foreign minister says

"These are different people... the conversations were very focused," Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said.

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Orban's plan DOOMED TO FAILURE – Ukrainian MINISTER Sibiga #shorts

Orban's plan DOOMED TO FAILURE – Ukrainian MINISTER Sibiga #shorts

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Zelensky sought China’s involvement in Russia talks, but Beijing backs Moscow, diplomat says

Ukraine is seeking broad international backing to hasten the end of the war, but some countries continue to defend the Kremlin’s interests. Among them, China plays a prominent role, actively supporting Russia and supplying it with economic and …

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'Absurd' — Trump's Board of Peace project falls flat in Ukraine

'Absurd' — Trump's Board of Peace project falls flat in Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump's unveiling of his new "Board of Peace" drew a divided response from the international community.

Most of Europe — including Ukraine — was absent from the signing ceremony in Davos, which featured mainly Middle Eastern …

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WATCH LIVE! Jake Broe on Trump and “peace”: why the Kremlin won’t end the war, and Ukraine’s future

WATCH LIVE! Jake Broe on Trump and “peace”: why the Kremlin won’t end the war, and Ukraine’s future

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Russia plans new missile and drone strikes to bolster leverage ahead of UAE talks

This week, Russia is expected to carry out another act of what he calls missile terror and mass “Shahed” drone raids, military observer Aleksandr Kovalenko warns. The logic, he says, is simple: Moscow wants to bolster its position before negotiations …

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How war makes kids grow up angry

How war makes kids grow up angry

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'No words to describe this' — Russian attack damages Kyiv’s Pechersk Lavra monastery for first time since World War II

'No words to describe this' — Russian attack damages Kyiv’s Pechersk Lavra monastery for first time since World War II

A Russian attack on Kyiv overnight on Jan. 24 damaged buildings at the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, a centuries-old monastery complex that holds some of Ukraine's most revered shrines and relics. Site officials said it was the first time since World War II …

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Ukraine war latest live: Russian forces intensify pressure in Pokrovsk direction, military says

Ukraine war latest live: Russian forces intensify pressure in Pokrovsk direction, military says

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates. Updated 4 times today. Russian forces have intensified pressure in the Pokrovsk direction, Ukraine's 7th Rapid Response Corps reported on Jan. 27.

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Ukrainian MP: No end to the war as Putin seeks brief truces to buy time

Russian President Vladimir Putin does not intend to end the war in Ukraine but will try to buy time for U.S. President Donald Trump, Ukrainian lawmaker and secretary of the Verkhovna Rada’s national security committee Roman Kostenko said. The …

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US reportedly ties security guarantees to Ukraine ceding Donbas territory to Russia

US reportedly ties security guarantees to Ukraine ceding Donbas territory to Russia

As an additional incentive, the U.S. has reportedly offered Ukraine more weapons to equip its army in the post-war period.

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Ukraine extends martial law and mobilization through May 4

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has extended martial law and nationwide mobilization for another 90 days.

The decisions were published Monday, January 26, on the Verkhovna Rada’s website.

Since February 2022, martial law and mobilization have …

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Second night in a row: Ukrainian drones hit Russia’s Krasnodar region and Kursk as residents report multiple explosions

Overnight on January 27, Russia came under drone attack: residents of the Slavyansky District in Krasnodar Krai and the city of Kursk reported a series of powerful explosions amid shelling.

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Mass Russian drone strike on Odesa kills 1, injures 27, more may be under rubble

Mass Russian drone strike on Odesa kills 1, injures 27, more may be under rubble

Odesa was the hardest hit among Ukrainian cities overnight.

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U.S. Ubiquiti Network Equipment Enables Russian Military Drone War in Ukraine Despite Sanctions

A detailed Hunterbrook Media investigation published on January 27, 2026, revealed that Ubiquiti, a $33-34 billion American tech company specializing in networking equipment, is a critical supplier to Russian military communications in Ukraine. …

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German foreign minister condemns Russia's refusal to compromise after Abu Dhabi talks

Germany has condemned Russia’s refusal to compromise after a second round of talks in Abu Dhabi between Russian and Ukrainian representatives mediated by the United States.

Moscow is “stubbornly insisting” on its position on a “decisive territorial …

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Is Russia using its 'shadow fleet' to launch surveillance drones? | BBC Ukrainecast

A BBC Ukrainecast episode with 21K views released 3 months ago discusses Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s claim that Russia is using its oil tankers as covert platforms to launch reconnaissance drone operations across Europe. The report …

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Ukraine’s Security Service detains air defense serviceman accused of spying for Russia

Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) says it has detained a Russian agent serving in the air defense system of Mykolaiv region - a soldier who allegedly fed information to the Russians while on duty at a combat post.

The arrest was carried out with the …

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A terrorist group responsible for arson attacks in Czech Republic, Lithuania, Poland, and Romania, linked to a foreign intelligence service, has been taken to court starting 2026-01-27.

On 27 January 2026, Eurojust announced that a terrorist group suspected of conducting arson attacks across the European Union on behalf of a foreign intelligence service is being taken to court. The group attempted arson targeting commercial, …

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Russia’s “Eyes and Ears” — and Hands. How the Kremlin Recruits Europeans for Its Hybrid Warfare Against the West

The article explores Russia’s strategy of recruiting Europeans to act as agents in hybrid warfare operations targeting Western democracies. These recruited actors serve as eyes and ears, gathering intelligence, spreading propaganda, and sometimes …

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Met Police says Wagner Group arson attack is 'an unusual case'

Sky News published a news segment highlighting the Metropolitan Police head of counter-terrorism’s description of a Wagner Group-related arson attack as ‘an unusual case.’ The video, uploaded 3 months ago, has received over 9,000 …

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Russian strikes on Ukrainian energy CI

Russian strikes on Ukrainian energy CI

Since mid-2025, Russia has fundamentally reshaped its long-range strike campaign against Ukrainian critical infrastructure. Very large missile salvos have disappeared, replaced by sustained pressure built around mass drone swarms, smaller missile …

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Ukraine: Russian troops are pulling back from some positions in Kherson region

On the Kherson axis, Russian forces are regrouping and have been forced to abandon some positions.

Russian troops have begun retreating from select positions in Ukraine’s Kherson region under pressure from the country’s Defense Forces, according to …

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Zelensky calls UAE trilateral talks important step, says preparations underway for new meeting

Zelensky calls UAE trilateral talks important step, says preparations underway for new meeting

President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Jan. 26 that he received a report from Ukraine’s delegation after talks in the United Arab Emirates with U.S. and Russian representatives, noting the discussions were significant and covered a wide range of …

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Syrskyi outlines difficult situation near Pokrovsk and Ocheretyne as Russia pulls in reserves

Russian forces are stepping up pressure and bringing in reserves along the Pokrovsk and Ocheretyne axes of the front, General Oleksandr Syrskyi, commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, said Monday, January 26, on Telegram after visit to …

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Ukrainians remain RESILIENT and find a way out even in times of crisis #shorts

Ukrainians remain RESILIENT and find a way out even in times of crisis #shorts

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REALLY? Putin's Last Breath: "Zombie Missiles" Falling on Ukraine as Russia Runs Out of Options?

REALLY? Putin's Last Breath: "Zombie Missiles" Falling on Ukraine as Russia Runs Out of Options?

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Kyiv’s 1,200 buildings without heat as Zelensky urges faster power restoration

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a conference call on the country’s energy situation, saying the most difficult conditions remain in Kyiv and the Kyiv region, as well as in the Chernihiv, Kharkiv, Sumy, Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia regions.

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Russia tightens passport rules for children in occupied Ukraine, complicating escape, activists say

Russia tightens passport rules for children in occupied Ukraine, complicating escape, activists say

A new Russian law requires Ukrainian children in Russian-occupied parts of Ukraine to obtain Russian international passports to travel abroad; experts say the move complicates efforts to flee the occupation.

A law that took effect Jan. 20 bars …

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Ukrainian intelligence: Filipino mercenary fighting for Russia killed in ‘meat assault’ near Novoselivka

In the Kramatorsk district of Donetsk region, Ukrainian forces eliminated a foreign mercenary from the Philippines fighting for Russia, underscoring what Kyiv’s military intelligence calls the Kremlin’s criminal practice of recruiting migrants and …

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Russian Shahed drones over Kyiv: Ultra-low flight evades radar as veteran warns of new threat

Kyiv residents reported seeing Russian Shahed drones on January 26, with at least one drone flying over the city center and then the Left Bank. Minutes later, additional UAVs were sighted, with observers noting the aircraft might have been equipped …

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Andriy Yermak returns to law practice as court upholds asset seizure

Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Andriy Yermak as head of the President’s Office almost two months ago, on November 28. Yermak had promised to head to the front lines, but, as it turns out, he has not joined the Defense Forces.

After his dismissal from …

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Exclusive: Russian negotiators soften hardline stance in private, US officials say. Ukrainians urge caution

Exclusive: Russian negotiators soften hardline stance in private, US officials say. Ukrainians urge caution

U.S. officials leading the talks are convinced that Russian negotiators have taken a more pragmatic tone behind closed doors than Moscow's public hardline rhetoric suggests, according to two people familiar with the matter.

The Kremlin has …

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Ukrainian Special Operations Forces COMPLETE the cleanup of KUPIANSK #shorts

Ukrainian Special Operations Forces COMPLETE the cleanup of KUPIANSK #shorts

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EU approves ban on Russian gas imports by end of 2027

The European Union will completely phase out imports of Russian gas by November 1, 2027. The Council of the European Union, meeting at the level of energy ministers, confirmed the decision in Brussels on Monday, January 26 - despite opposition from …

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Exclusive: Iran gave Russia over 350 Fath-360 missiles. Ukraine has yet to see one launched

Exclusive: Iran gave Russia over 350 Fath-360 missiles. Ukraine has yet to see one launched

The reasons could be "possible limitations of a technical or political character," Ukraine's military intelligence told the Kyiv Independent.

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Ukraine war latest: Pokrovsk faces renewed winter assaults

Ukraine war latest: Pokrovsk faces renewed winter assaults

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates. Updated (3) times today. Syrsky warns of Russian winter attacks on Pokrovsk, and Russian air attacks kill three Ukrainians over past day.

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Ukrainian drones reportedly strike oil refinery in Russia's Krasnodar Krai

Ukrainian drones reportedly strike oil refinery in Russia's Krasnodar Krai

Ukrainian drones reportedly struck an oil refinery in the town of Slovyansk-na-Kuban in Russia's Krasnodar Krai overnight on Jan. 26, Russian Telegram media channels reported.

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Zelensky says US security guarantees for Ukraine are 100% ready

According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, US security guarantees for his country have been fully agreed.

“The document is 100 percent ready, and we are waiting for our partners to confirm the date and place of its signing,” he said Sunday, …

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Ukrainian military: Russia pushes toward Kharkiv to carve out a buffer zone

Russian forces are continuing attempts to breach Ukrainian defenses in the Kharkiv region, with fighting ongoing near Vovchansk and Kupyansk.

The Russians are trying to capture more ground to establish a “buffer zone,” Viktor Tregubov, head of …

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Zelensky accuses Europe of complacency in the face of Russian aggression

Russia’s war against Ukraine is the result of indifference by key world powers, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

Speaking at a ceremony in Vilnius on Sunday marking the memory of those killed in the 1863–1864 January Uprising, Zelensky …

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Ukrainian Defense Minister Fedorov names Serhiy ‘Flash’ Beskrestnov defense technology adviser to strengthen EW and drones

Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has appointed Serhiy “Flash” Beskrestnov as his adviser on defense technology.

Beskrestnov, one of Ukraine’s most prominent military bloggers and a radio technology specialist, has joined the new minister’s team as …

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Ukrainian parliamentarian Orest Salamakha killed in quad bike accident

Ukrainian parliamentarian Orest Salamakha killed in quad bike accident

The accident occurred in the community of Sokilnyky in Lviv Oblast around 6:15 p.m. local time, the State Bureau of Investigation announced. Preliminary information appears to indicate that Salamakha entered oncoming traffic before colliding with a …
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PEACE for Ukrainians is not a compromise with Russia at the expense of values and human rights

PEACE for Ukrainians is not a compromise with Russia at the expense of values and human rights

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“Now Ukraine produces up to five million drones a year” – Sergej Sumlenny | Brave Hearts

“Now Ukraine produces up to five million drones a year” – Sergej Sumlenny | Brave Hearts

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Ukraine war latest: 80% of Ukraine faces emergency power cuts, 15% of Kyiv residential buildings remain without heat after Russian attack

Ukraine war latest: 80% of Ukraine faces emergency power cuts, 15% of Kyiv residential buildings remain without heat after Russian attack

Key developments on Jan. 24-25:

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  • 15% of Kyiv residential buildings remain without heat after Russia's attacks, officials say
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Russia ATTACKS CHILDREN in DONBAS! Brutal drone-missile strikes on Ukraine

Russia ATTACKS CHILDREN in DONBAS! Brutal drone-missile strikes on Ukraine

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PUTIN is offended – he wants to destroy UKRAINIAN IDENTITY – Broe #shorts

PUTIN is offended – he wants to destroy UKRAINIAN IDENTITY – Broe #shorts

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Putin secretly sends 'special tasks' general to Abu Dhabi talks with Ukraine, signaling a Kremlin strategy shift

Russia sent not a diplomat but a professional Kremlin “fixer” to the Abu Dhabi talks - a figure who for years has operated on some of the grittiest fronts of President Vladimir Putin’s foreign policy, according to media reports.

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🔥PEAK TENSION EARLY 2026🔥 Ukraine strikes deep into Russian rear, Abu Dhabi talks at risk?

🔥PEAK TENSION EARLY 2026🔥 Ukraine strikes deep into Russian rear, Abu Dhabi talks at risk?

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French forces escort seized Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker GRINCH to Marseille, hand over to prosecutors

The oil tanker GRINCH (IMO: 9288851), sanctioned by the European Union, the United Kingdom and the United States and linked to Russia’s “shadow fleet,” has been brought to the southern coast of France and placed at the disposal of the Marseille …

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Russia hammers Ukraine’s energy grid as Zelensky calls for more air defenses

Over the past week, Russian forces launched more than 1,700 attack drones, over 1,380 guided aerial bombs and 69 missiles of various types at Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday, January 25. According to the Ukrainian president, …

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Extreme winter grips Ukraine's front lines | Ukraine This Week

Extreme winter grips Ukraine's front lines | Ukraine This Week

In the latest episode of Ukraine This Week, the Kyiv Independent's Anna Belokur reports on how subzero temperatures are shaping the war on Ukraine's front lines, as Russia continues assaults around Pokrovsk, Myrnohrad, and Lyman in Donetsk Oblast …
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Russia's relentless strikes – thousands of drones & missiles hit Ukraine's energy

Russia's relentless strikes – thousands of drones & missiles hit Ukraine's energy

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Zelensky meets Lithuania's president as country pledges nearly 100 generators for Ukraine amid Russian strikes

Zelensky meets Lithuania's president as country pledges nearly 100 generators for Ukraine amid Russian strikes

Zelensky met Lithuania’s president in Vilnius on Jan. 25 to discuss support for Ukraine’s energy system and air defense as Russian strikes continue, with Lithuania pledging nearly 100 generators for Ukrainian communities.

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At least 1 killed, 9 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 1 killed, 9 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 102 drones and two Iskander ballistic missiles at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,234,040 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,234,040 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 1,020 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Latvia is heavily arming and fortifying its border with Russia to counter Russian threats, deploying a 400 km barrier and boosting military defense.

Latvia’s President Edgars Rinkevics revealed in a January 2026 interview that Latvia is significantly enhancing its defense posture amid ongoing Russian aggression concerns. The country has erected a 400 km barrier along its frontier with …

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Leak reveals Russia's misuse of Interpol to target critics abroad

A leaked database obtained by BBC News exposes Russia’s extensive misuse of Interpol’s Red Notice system to target political critics, journalists, and dissidents living abroad. The list includes hundreds of individuals accused of crimes …

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Here's why Minneapolis reminds me of what I once saw in Ukraine

Here's why Minneapolis reminds me of what I once saw in Ukraine

When the government asserts authority in ways that a growing share of the public experiences as arbitrary or vindictive, it begins to lose legitimacy.

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Ukraine says Russia has only four Oreshnik missiles, plans serial production

Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service says Russia’s new medium-range ballistic missile, the “Oreshnik,” carries more political than military weight.

First Deputy Head Oleh Luhovskyi addressed questions about Russia’s advanced weapons. l Commenting …

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NATO to deploy robots and drones on its eastern flank under the Eastern Flank Deterrence Line

Over the next two years, NATO plans to equip its eastern flank with robots and autonomous weapons systems to deter potential military aggression from Russia.

General Thomas Lowin, the alliance’s land forces commander, disclosed the plans Saturday, …

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As long as Putin remains alive, it doesn't end with Ukraine – Jake Broe | Interview

As long as Putin remains alive, it doesn't end with Ukraine – Jake Broe | Interview

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Russian warplane accidentally drops bomb near Belgorod apartment buildings, prompting evacuation of 1,600 residents

A Russian military aircraft accidentally dropped an aerial bomb on the city of Belgorod on Wednesday evening, January 21, with the munition landing near residential buildings and carving out a massive crater, the independent outlet ASTRA reported, …

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Zelensky calls Abu Dhabi talks with Russia and the U.S. constructive

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky praised two days of talks in Abu Dhabi among Ukrainian, Russian and U.S. delegations aimed at a peaceful settlement.

“We covered a lot, and it’s important the conversations were constructive,” he wrote on social …

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US allocates over $400 million for energy support to UKRAINE #shorts

US allocates over $400 million for energy support to UKRAINE #shorts

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Orban accuses Ukraine of threats and Hungarian election interference; FM Sybiha rejects accusations, calls him Kremlin ally

Orban accuses Ukraine of threats and Hungarian election interference; FM Sybiha rejects accusations, calls him Kremlin ally

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Jan. 24 accused Ukraine of meddling in Hungary’s parliamentary elections, saying Kyiv had “gone on the offensive” and was now “issuing threats and openly interfering in the Hungarian elections.”

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Defense Minister Fedorov launches Mission Control project to unify Ukraine’s battlefield drone operations

Ukraine’s Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has announced the launch of Mission Control, a digital system designed to unify all drone operations and give commanders a real-time picture of combat missions.

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LIVE 24/7: Key News from Ukraine & World Updates

LIVE 24/7: Key News from Ukraine & World Updates

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Ukraine says Russian overnight strikes imperil Abu Dhabi peace talks

January 23–24, 2026, the United Arab Emirates’ capital is hosting the first-ever trilateral meeting among Ukraine, the United States and Russia, aimed at reaching an agreement to end the war.

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⚡️ "ENERGY RAMSTEIN": World allocates HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS to save Ukrainian power

⚡️ "ENERGY RAMSTEIN": World allocates HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS to save Ukrainian power

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Russia's strikes on the energy sector – Ukraine requests urgent reinforcement of air defense #shorts

Russia's strikes on the energy sector – Ukraine requests urgent reinforcement of air defense #shorts

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Russia ready for dialogue? Ukraine's tactical strikes PARALYZE Russian logistics in the Black Sea

Russia ready for dialogue? Ukraine's tactical strikes PARALYZE Russian logistics in the Black Sea

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Russia launches rare Kh-22 strike on Kyiv; Ukraine says nine of twelve shot down

For the first time in a long while, Russia struck Kyiv with Kh-22 missiles—munitions typically designed to target aircraft carrier groups.

During the attack on Kyiv, Russian forces employed an unusual tactic, launching twelve heavy Kh-22/Kh-32 …

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Ukraine downs 15 missiles and 357 drones in overnight mass attack centered on Kyiv

Overnight into Saturday, Russian forces launched 21 missiles and 375 drones of various types at Ukraine. Air defense and electronic warfare (EW) units intercepted or suppressed most of the incoming targets, Ukraine’s Air Force said on January 24.

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How Iran’s internet blackouts work

How Iran’s internet blackouts work

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,233,020 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,233,020 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

Russia has lost 1,233,020 troops in Ukraine since the beginning of its full-scale invasion on Feb. 24, 2022, the General Staff of Ukraine's Armed Forces reported on Jan. 24.

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How Soviet urban planning is helping Russia freeze Ukraine

Throughout January 2026, amid plummeting temperatures below -15°C, Russian attacks on Ukraine’s heating infrastructure intensified, with the strike on 24 January in Kyiv alone cutting off heating to roughly 6,000 apartment blocks. This is the …

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Kremlin says Ukrainian forces must leave Donbas as key condition for peace

Russian officials insist that Ukrainian troops must withdraw from Donbas for any resolution of the conflict. At the same time, the Kremlin views the upcoming trilateral meeting in Abu Dhabi between Ukraine, Russia and the United States as an attempt …

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First trilateral meeting Ukraine–US–Russia: war close to ending?

First trilateral meeting Ukraine–US–Russia: war close to ending?

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Russian military court acknowledges Moskva cruiser was hit by Ukrainian missiles, says 20 killed as press release is removed

The 2nd Western District Military Court in Moscow has issued a verdict in the case concerning the sinking of the cruiser “Moskva” and a strike on the frigate “Admiral Essen” in April 2022. Commander of the 406th Artillery Brigade of the Ukrainian …

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WATCH! Finnish volunteer Karlo: frontline reality in Ukraine | Live Broadcast

WATCH! Finnish volunteer Karlo: frontline reality in Ukraine | Live Broadcast

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EU plan envisages Ukraine's accession by 2027, up to $1.6 trillion in funding for Kyiv, Orban claims

EU plan envisages Ukraine's accession by 2027, up to $1.6 trillion in funding for Kyiv, Orban claims

Orban cited a confidential document on Ukraine's accession allegedly presented at an EU summit in Brussels on the previous day.

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Mass attack that plunged Kyiv into darkness cost Russia over $130 million, Ukrainian intelligence says

Mass attack that plunged Kyiv into darkness cost Russia over $130 million, Ukrainian intelligence says

Kyiv, home to more than 3 million people, is still reeling from the Jan. 20 attack in which Russia launched 33 missiles and 339 drones against Ukraine.

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Ukraine holds trilateral talks with US, Russia as Kremlin ties any deal to Donbas capitulation

Ukraine holds trilateral talks with US, Russia as Kremlin ties any deal to Donbas capitulation

"The issue of Donbas is key," President Volodymyr Zelensky told reporters hours before the talks began.

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UKRAINIAN DELEGATION IN ABU DHABI: Budanov, Umerov, Arakhamia #shorts

UKRAINIAN DELEGATION IN ABU DHABI: Budanov, Umerov, Arakhamia #shorts

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Inside Trump’s chaotic Ukraine peace process

Inside Trump’s chaotic Ukraine peace process

The Kyiv Independent's Chris York speaks with Adam Entous, an investigative reporter at The New York Times, about his new investigation into the first year of U.S. President Donald Trump administration's peace efforts to end Russia's war against …
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'Without a million Ukrainians, you won't manage" — Zelensky wants Ukraine to form core of envisioned European army

'Without a million Ukrainians, you won't manage

"(Russian) army will number 2.5-3 million. They want to reach all of this by 2030, and, based on their speed, we see that this is possible," Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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At least 6 killed, 45 injured in Russian attacks over past day as winter energy crisis racks Ukraine

At least 6 killed, 45 injured in Russian attacks over past day as winter energy crisis racks Ukraine

Russia launched 101 drones, including roughly 60 Shahed-type deep-strike unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), into Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,232,090 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,232,090 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 1,280 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Fire burns through oil depot in Russian city of Penza following Ukrainian drone strike

Fire burns through oil depot in Russian city of Penza following Ukrainian drone strike

A fire broke out at an oil depot in the Russian city of Penza following a Ukrainian drone attack overnight on Jan. 23.

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Zelensky ready to make a peace deal, Trump claims after Davos meeting

Zelensky ready to make a peace deal, Trump claims after Davos meeting

"He said he'd like to make a deal. ... He came and he said he wants to make a deal," Trump said. He mentioned the "tough" situation Ukrainians face amid a worsening energy crisis, without bringing up Russia's attacks on critical infrastructure.

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'Extremely serious' — Ukraine's battered energy system faces worst day in 3 years, Shmyhal says

'Extremely serious' — Ukraine's battered energy system faces worst day in 3 years, Shmyhal says

"Today in Ukraine was the most difficult day for the energy system since the blackout in November 2022," Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal said on Jan. 22, 2026.

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Secure Ukraine – secure Europe! Western leaders ramp up pressure against the Kremlin

Secure Ukraine – secure Europe! Western leaders ramp up pressure against the Kremlin

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Putin tells US envoys 'no point in hoping' for peace without Ukraine's capitulation on territories

Putin tells US envoys 'no point in hoping' for peace without Ukraine's capitulation on territories

"We are interested in resolving the (war) through political and diplomatic means. But until that happens, Russia will continue to pursue its goals on the battlefield," Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said.

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Prominent Ukrainian activist tapped to advise defense minister on front-line drone combat

Prominent Ukrainian activist tapped to advise defense minister on front-line drone combat

Serhii Sternenko, 31, played a key role in popularizing first-person-view (FPV) drones after Russia's full-scale invasion. He has previously criticized Ukraine's military and political leadership.

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We asked an expert about Russia's 'updated' mass missile, drone tactics

We asked an expert about Russia's 'updated' mass missile, drone tactics

Russia launched another massive strike on Ukraine on Jan. 20, with President Volodymyr Zelensky noting the use of "updated tactics."

The recent attack hit multiple regions, with Kyiv and the country's energy infrastructure taking the brunt of the …

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WATCH LIVE! American Veteran exposes the "Pure Evil" of Russians on the front in Ukraine

WATCH LIVE! American Veteran exposes the "Pure Evil" of Russians on the front in Ukraine

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Risk of drones drifting into Finland's airspace growing, intelligence chief says

On January 22, 2026, Major General Pekka Turunen, head of Finnish Defence Intelligence, highlighted a rising risk of drones drifting into Finland’s airspace due to the ongoing war in Ukraine. The Finnish military intelligence report emphasizes …

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Trump says he will meet Zelensky today in Davos

Trump says he will meet Zelensky today in Davos

Ukraine's Presidential Office has not confirmed that the meeting will take place.

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Trump LEAKED PRIVATE CHATS with Macron and Rutte about Ukraine #shorts

Trump LEAKED PRIVATE CHATS with Macron and Rutte about Ukraine #shorts

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Ukrainian drones reportedly strike oil terminal in southern Russia's Krasnodar Krai, killing 2

Ukrainian drones reportedly strike oil terminal in southern Russia's Krasnodar Krai, killing 2

An oil terminal near the village of Volna in Russia's Krasnodar Krai was struck, sparking a blaze and killing two people, Governor Veniamin Kondratyev reported late on Jan. 21.

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Chat with MACRON & RUTTE – TRUMP starts SCANDAL? Ukrainian air defense SIGNIFICANTLY STRENGTHENS!

Chat with MACRON & RUTTE – TRUMP starts SCANDAL? Ukrainian air defense SIGNIFICANTLY STRENGTHENS!

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UKRAINIAN DRONE OPERATIONS – occupiers in FEAR! Ukraine develops air defense | Front Summary

UKRAINIAN DRONE OPERATIONS – occupiers in FEAR! Ukraine develops air defense | Front Summary

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Germany arrests dual German-Ukrainian national on suspicion of spying for Russia, two others detained for aiding Donetsk and Luhansk People's Republics

A woman with dual German and Ukrainian citizenship has been arrested in Berlin on suspicion of spying for Russia, Germany’s Federal Prosecutor’s Office said. The suspect, identified as Ilona W., allegedly gathered and passed information relevant to …

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Russia continues GENOCIDE against civilians in Ukraine, – a call to the world #shorts

Russia continues GENOCIDE against civilians in Ukraine, – a call to the world #shorts

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Ukraine hit Moscow with “Sapsan”! Russia’s fleet destroyed, battles and threats at Zaporizhzhia NPP

Ukraine hit Moscow with “Sapsan”! Russia’s fleet destroyed, battles and threats at Zaporizhzhia NPP

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SBU foils fake-date assassination attempt on recovering Ukrainian officer in Zaporizhzhia

Ukrainian authorities say they foiled an assassination attempt on a Ukrainian officer who was undergoing rehabilitation after being wounded at the front, arresting a suspected Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) agent within hours of the attack in …

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Ukraine, not Greenland, should be NATO's main priority, Rutte says

Ukraine, not Greenland, should be NATO's main priority, Rutte says

"Focus on Ukraine should be our number one priority, and then we can discuss on all the issues, including Greenland," Rutte said. "But it should be Ukraine first, because it is crucial for our European and U.S. security."

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Hundreds of thousands WITHOUT LIGHT OR HEAT: Russia hits Ukraine's ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE | In Focus

Hundreds of thousands WITHOUT LIGHT OR HEAT: Russia hits Ukraine's ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE | In Focus

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Ukraine to share wartime battlefield data with allies to train AI air defenses

Ukraine will grant allied countries access to combat data gathered over four years of war with Russia to train artificial intelligence, newly appointed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said, according to the Financial Times. Fedorov previously …

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Top Ukrainian energy official killed at electrical substation

Top Ukrainian energy official killed at electrical substation

Top Ukrainian energy worker Oleksii Brekht was killed while on the job, after reportedly being electrocuted at a substation.

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LIVE 24/7: Key News from Ukraine & World Updates

LIVE 24/7: Key News from Ukraine & World Updates

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Republican congressman slams Trump's Russia policy, Greenland threats

Republican congressman slams Trump's Russia policy, Greenland threats

The Kyiv Independent’s Tim Zadorozhnyy speaks with U.S. Representative Don Bacon (R) about U.S. President Donald Trump's approach to ending Russia's war against Ukraine, arguing that appeasing Russia would only invite further aggression and calling …
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Ukraine attracts 200 million euros for its recovery via infrastructure investment fund

Ukraine attracts 200 million euros for its recovery via infrastructure investment fund

The Amber Dragon Ukraine Infrastructure Fund is the first dedicated to modernizing and rebuilding Ukraine’s infrastructure.

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Budanov says Ukraine is on path to end the war but urges caution on quick peace

Ukraine is “on the path to a fundamental resolution of the war,” but talk of a quick peace is premature, Head of the President’s Office Kyrylo Budanov said during a panel at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

“To be frank, we are moving forward. And …

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Trump demands 'immediate negotiations' to acquire Greenland, says war in Ukraine is Europe's problem

Trump demands 'immediate negotiations' to acquire Greenland, says war in Ukraine is Europe's problem

"I'm seeking immediate negotiations to once again discuss the acquisition of Greenland by the United States," U.S. President Donald Trump said.

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Drone attacks across Russia injure 13, spark fire at Afipsky oil refinery

Multiple regions across Russia reported drone attacks. On Wednesday, January 21, an apartment building in the settlement of Novaya Adygeya, near Krasnodar, was hit. Thirteen people were injured, with seven adults and two children hospitalized, Adygea …

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Romania moves more troops and air defenses to Ukraine border amid Russian drone incursions

Romania is moving additional troops and military hardware closer to its border with Ukraine as Russian drones increasingly cross into the country’s eastern regions, Defense Minister Radu Miruce said, according to Digi24.

Miruce said the Romanian …

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Six windows on Ukraine: Love.

“What this war taught us as a society, as people, is that yes, it doesn't take you a lot to help somebody, to step in, to extend your hand to people whom you do not know. It made us more open to helping strangers, to helping each other.”

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Czech government rejects Petr Pavel’s plan to send L-159 jets to Ukraine

Czech ruling parties have decided not to transfer L-159 fighter jets to Ukraine, despite President Petr Pavel’s plan to supply them quickly.

The decision not to deliver L-159 combat aircraft to Ukraine was confirmed by SPD leader and lower-house …

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Kyiv's mismanaged winter: Energy crisis, icy streets expose city leadership failures

Kyiv's mismanaged winter: Energy crisis, icy streets expose city leadership failures

Ukraine's capital is currently facing "the most difficult" winter of the war as its energy infrastructure sustained detrimental damage and continues to undergo further Russian attacks.

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Ukraine war latest live: Severe frosts could enable mechanized Russian assaults in Donetsk Oblast, military says

Ukraine war latest live: Severe frosts could enable mechanized Russian assaults in Donetsk Oblast, military says

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 5 times today. Russian forces may find favorable conditions for mechanized assaults in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk Oblast due to frost and frozen ground, …

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Russian strikes push Ukraine’s power grid to brink as Germany pledges 60 million euros in aid

Ongoing Russian strikes across Ukraine have pushed the country’s infrastructure and energy supply to the brink of “collapse,” Germany’s Foreign Ministry said.

A ministry spokesperson said Germany has allocated an additional 60 million euros in …

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Russian air-defense missile appears to hit apartment building near Krasnodar as pro-Kremlin media blames Ukraine

By the evening of January 20, a large fire broke out in a residential building in the settlement of Novaya Adygeya in Russia’s Krasnodar region after a series of explosions. Preliminary reports indicate an air-defense missile struck a residential …

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Ukraine holds the line amid ‘grueling standoff’ on the Pokrovsk axis, Syrskyi says

The operational situation on the Pokrovsk axis remains extremely tense, but Ukraine’s Armed Forces are holding the line and preventing Russian forces from breaking through toward the western edge of Donetsk region.

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Lukashenko agrees to join Trump’s Peace Council

Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko on Tuesday, January 20, signed a document to join the “Peace Council”, a body created by US President Donald Trump to help broker a settlement in the Gaza Strip and around the world, reported Belarusian state …

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Trump blames Ukraine war negotiations deadlock on Moscow, Kyiv failing to align on talks

Trump blames Ukraine war negotiations deadlock on Moscow, Kyiv failing to align on talks

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Jan. 20 that he has been unable to end Russia’s war against Ukraine, claiming that neither side is consistently willing to agree to a deal at the same time.

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Ukraine unveils new Octopus interceptor drone, plans mass production with the UK

A new version of the domestically built Octopus interceptor drone has been developed for the Ukrainian Armed Forces and has already been shown to a UK delegation, Ukraine’s Defense Ministry said.

According to the Ministry, Octopus was developed …

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Russia tests Zircon missile in Ukraine amid mass strike targeting Kyiv's energy infrastructure

On January 20, Russia launched another mass attack on Ukraine, this time using the hypersonic Zircon and training missiles designed to overload Ukrainian air defenses. Military expert Andriy Kramarov said on Radio NV that the main strike again …

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Last-minute Patriot and NASAMS deliveries help Ukraine repel mass Russian strike, Zelensky says

Ukraine’s air defenses shot down 342 aerial targets overnight, including 27 ballistic and cruise missiles. Still, there is a serious need for interceptor missiles for air-defense systems.

Air-defense missiles arrived in Ukraine a day before the …

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Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov likens Russia’s Crimea annexation to Trump's ambitions in Greenland

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov compared Russia’s annexation of Ukraine’s Crimea to the situation involving Greenland and the United States.

Speaking Tuesday, January 20, at a year-end 2025 news conference, Lavrov said: “Put the people of …

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Trump, Putin envoys call Davos talks on Ukraine 'very positive,' and 'constructive'

Trump, Putin envoys call Davos talks on Ukraine 'very positive,' and 'constructive'

U.S. President Donald Trump’s envoys met with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s envoy Kirill Dmitriev in Davos on Jan. 20 to discuss Washington’s peace plan for Ukraine, with both sides describing the talks as constructive.

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Ukrainian Navy outlines problems with Russia’s Zircon missile after strike on Ukraine

In the early hours of January 20, Russia, among other weapons, attacked Ukraine with a Zircon anti-ship missile. It was launched from Crimea and flew toward Vinnytsia.

Ukrainian Navy spokesperson Dmytro Pletenchuk said in in interview with UNIAN that …

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🧨 KUPYANSK TRAP: 27 eliminated Russians per one Ukrainian! Occupier's equipment OBLITERATED

🧨 KUPYANSK TRAP: 27 eliminated Russians per one Ukrainian! Occupier's equipment OBLITERATED

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Ukrainian writer and translator Andriy Lyubka mobilizes to join Armed Forces

Ukrainian writer and translator Andriy Lyubka mobilizes to join Armed Forces

Prominent Ukrainian writer and translator Andriy Lyubka announced he has decided to mobilize and join the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

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TRUMP'S "PEACE COUNCIL" – invites BOTH UKRAINE AND RUSSIA?! Europe EXPOSES Kremlin's spy networks

TRUMP'S "PEACE COUNCIL" – invites BOTH UKRAINE AND RUSSIA?! Europe EXPOSES Kremlin's spy networks

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'We're getting to the fun' — Minerals deal to see first investments in 3-6 months

'We're getting to the fun' — Minerals deal to see first investments in 3-6 months

Ukrainian companies have submitted the first projects to the minerals deal fund, with initial investments expected to arrive in the next three to six months, said panelists at Ukraine House Davos’ "Partners in Prosperity" event during the World …
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What English translations miss about Bulgakov — and why it matters in Ukraine

What English translations miss about Bulgakov — and why it matters in Ukraine

Twentieth-century author Mikhail Bulgakov is celebrated worldwide for his satirical genius and his defiance of Soviet power, most famously through works like "The Master and Margarita" and "White Guard."

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MOSCOW IN SHOCK! UKRAINE uses OWN ballistic missile AGAINST KREMLIN

MOSCOW IN SHOCK! UKRAINE uses OWN ballistic missile AGAINST KREMLIN

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Chornobyl plant restores external power after temporary outage caused by Russian attack, according to Energy Ministry

Chornobyl plant restores external power after temporary outage caused by Russian attack, according to Energy Ministry

The ministry said that despite overnight missile and drone strikes targeting key energy hubs supplying the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, all facilities at the plant — including the New Safe Confinement and spent nuclear fuel storage sites — are now …
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'We aim to kill 50,000 Russians a month,' Ukraine's new defense minister says

'We aim to kill 50,000 Russians a month,' Ukraine's new defense minister says

"Last month, 35,000 were killed; all these losses are verified on video. If we reach 50,000, we will see what happens to the enemy," Fedorov said.

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Kyiv-based Investment firm secures 150 million euros for Ukraine's urgent recovery

Kyiv-based Investment firm secures 150 million euros for Ukraine's urgent recovery

Among the fund’s investors are the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), which committed 30 million euros, and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), which invested 50 million euros.

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ENERGY TERROR: Russia leaves Ukraine's capital without LIGHT & HEAT

ENERGY TERROR: Russia leaves Ukraine's capital without LIGHT & HEAT

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Ukraine now has more air defenses, but Russia has even more missiles for future attacks, Zelensky says

Ukraine now has more air defenses, but Russia has even more missiles for future attacks, Zelensky says

"(Ukraine) needs more missiles, more air defense," Volodymyr Zelensky said, adding that aside from U.S.-produced Patriot PAC-3 missiles used against Russian ballistic missiles — whose numbers have increased significantly — "nothing else works."

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LIVE 24/7: Key News from Ukraine & World Updates

LIVE 24/7: Key News from Ukraine & World Updates

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'I choose Ukraine' — Zelensky cancels trip to Davos following another mass Russian attack

'I choose Ukraine' — Zelensky cancels trip to Davos following another mass Russian attack

"Undoubtedly, I choose Ukraine in this case, rather than the economic forum, but everything can change at any moment," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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Ukraine war latest live: Russia used 'updated tactics' during latest mass missile, drone strike, Zelensky says

Ukraine war latest live: Russia used 'updated tactics' during latest mass missile, drone strike, Zelensky says

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 5 times today. Russia used "updated tactics" during its latest overnight aerial assault on Ukraine's energy infrastructure on Jan. 20, President Volodymyr …
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“I followed the order.” Kharkiv court sentences Russian soldier who killed Ukrainian POWs in Vovchansk to life imprisonment

Sergey Tuzhilov during the court hearing

UKRAINE, KHARKIV — On Jan. 13, one of Kharkiv courts sentenced to life imprisonment Russian soldier Sergey Tuzhilov, who killed a Ukrainian prisoner of war (POW) at an aggregate plant in Vovchansk and was involved in the murder of two other …

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Kyiv hesitant as Trump invites Ukraine to his Peace Board

Kyiv hesitant as Trump invites Ukraine to his Peace Board

Zelensky said Ukrainian diplomats are reviewing the invitation but stressed it would be "difficult to imagine" sitting at the body alongside Russia and Belarus, who were also invited.

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Membership Growth Manager

The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for a Membership Growth Manager.

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The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for an Office Manager.

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Kremlin aide Dmitriev arrives in Davos ahead of expected talks with US envoys

Kremlin aide Dmitriev arrives in Davos ahead of expected talks with US envoys

The head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund is reportedly set to meet U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to discuss Washington's peace plan for Ukraine.

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Russia attacks Ukraine with ballistic missiles, targeting Kyiv on freezing night amid energy crisis

Russia attacks Ukraine with ballistic missiles, targeting Kyiv on freezing night amid energy crisis

At least one person in Kyiv has been injured, local authorities reported. Ukraine's Air Force has warned that Russian ballistic missiles are targeting multiple regions, including the capital.

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Ukraine's SBU captures Russian soldier suspected of executing 9 Ukrainian POWs in 2024

Ukraine's SBU captures Russian soldier suspected of executing 9 Ukrainian POWs in 2024

"We will find every Russian murderer," President Volodymyr Zelensky said after announcing the arrest. The Russian soldier allegedly shot nine Ukrainian POWs in Kursk Oblast in October 2024.

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Ukraine hits drone warehouse in Russian-occupied Luhansk Oblast, military says

Ukraine hits drone warehouse in Russian-occupied Luhansk Oblast, military says

Ukrainian forces successfully attacked a drone warehouse belonging to Russia's 144th Motorized Rifle Division in Novokrasnianka, occupied Luhansk Oblast, Ukraine's General Staff reported.

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Russia planning large-scale attack against Ukraine, Kyiv warns

Russia planning large-scale attack against Ukraine, Kyiv warns

"In the coming days we must remain extremely vigilant. Russia has prepared for a strike — a massive strike — and is waiting for the moment to carry it out," President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Jan. 19.

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UKRAINE PREPARES: new offensive, Kremlin's destroyed $4B air defense and sanctions on "shadow fleet"

UKRAINE PREPARES: new offensive, Kremlin's destroyed $4B air defense and sanctions on "shadow fleet"

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Zelensky names Pavlo Yelizarov new Air Force deputy commander, calls for overhaul of Ukraine's air defenses

Zelensky names Pavlo Yelizarov new Air Force deputy commander, calls for overhaul of Ukraine's air defenses

"Our task is to build an anti-drone dome over Ukraine. A system that does not react after the fact, but destroys the threat even during its approach," Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said.

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Ukraine needs billions in US arms as Greenland dispute pushes alliance to breaking point, documents reveal

Ukraine needs billions in US arms as Greenland dispute pushes alliance to breaking point, documents reveal

Ukraine needs at least $27 billion in military equipment from non-European Union sources in 2026, highlighting the bloc's dependence on American technology to support Kyiv, negotiating documents show.

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Ukrainian drones are "restoring order" in Rostov and Bryansk! #shorts

Ukrainian drones are "restoring order" in Rostov and Bryansk! #shorts

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Ukrainian Newborns Face Deportation Under Belgium’s TPD Rules

In Belgium today, newborn children of Ukrainians under temporary protection are being denied protection themselves. After 90 days, they risk expulsion. This is not a marginal administrative error. It is the result of a structural failure in the way …

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Russia's air defense cracks! Ukraine breaches the Kremlin's "shield"! Russian cities under strikes

Russia's air defense cracks! Ukraine breaches the Kremlin's "shield"! Russian cities under strikes

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Czech government refuses to sell L-159 aircraft to Ukraine

Czech government refuses to sell L-159 aircraft to Ukraine

Czechia will not sell its L-159 light combat aircraft to Ukraine, Prime Minister Andrej Babis said on Jan. 19, despite Czech President Petr Pavel advocating for the move.

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What Iran’s Theocracy Doesn’t Want You To See

What Iran’s Theocracy Doesn’t Want You To See

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Russian fleet disappears from Ukrainian radar – what is happening in Crimea #shorts

Russian fleet disappears from Ukrainian radar – what is happening in Crimea #shorts

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Fact Check: French Channel LCI Did NOT Report Ukraine Sent False Strategic Info To US -- Clip Only Mentioned 'Leaks' To Moscow

Did a guest in a clip from French TV channel LCI say Ukraine sent false strategic info to US intelligence services which they then observed Russian forces acting upon? No, that's not true: The video clip with guest Vincent Crouzet was about mounting …

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Russia attacks energy infrastructure in 'several regions' overnight, energy ministry says

Russia attacks energy infrastructure in 'several regions' overnight, energy ministry says

Russia struck energy infrastructure overnight in “several regions,” cutting power in five oblasts as freezing temperatures add strain to Ukraine’s grid, Deputy Energy Minister Artem Nekrasov said.

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Ukraine war latest live: 'Gruelling confrontation' continues in Pokrovsk direction, Syrskyi says

Ukraine war latest live: 'Gruelling confrontation' continues in Pokrovsk direction, Syrskyi says

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 4 times today. Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said that the operational situation in the Pokrovsk direction remains difficult with "exhausting …
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Russian negotiator Dmitriev to reportedly meet US envoys in Davos

Russian negotiator Dmitriev to reportedly meet US envoys in Davos

According to Axios reporter Barak Ravid, the Russian official will meet Trump's envoys, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, on Jan. 20 to discuss the Washington-backed peace plan for Ukraine.

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Ukraine's SBU 'destroyed or disabled' $4 billion worth of Russian air defense systems over past year, agency claims

Ukraine's SBU 'destroyed or disabled' $4 billion worth of Russian air defense systems over past year, agency claims

Among the Russian air defense systems that endured "destruction" are S-300, S-350, and S-400 air defense systems, as well as Russian anti-aircraft missile systems BUK-M1 and BUK-M2, and Pantsir-S1 and Pantsir-S2 air defense systems, according to the …
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Zelensky picks a fight with Kyiv Mayor Klitschko as mismanagement, Russian attacks push city to the brink

Zelensky picks a fight with Kyiv Mayor Klitschko as mismanagement, Russian attacks push city to the brink

Ukraine's capital Kyiv, home to over 3 million people, has rarely been prepared for winter.

Frozen, icy sidewalks, bursting pipes, and year-long infrastructure collapse have been a key feature of the city under Mayor Vitali Klitschko.

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US-Ukraine peace talks to continue in Davos, Kyiv's top negotiator says

US-Ukraine peace talks to continue in Davos, Kyiv's top negotiator says

Ukrainian and U.S. officials will continue peace proposal discussions during the World Economic Forum in Davos, National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov said Jan. 18.

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❗️Russia has left Kyiv without heating: how Ukrainians are surviving in the cold #shorts

❗️Russia has left Kyiv without heating: how Ukrainians are surviving in the cold #shorts

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Syrskyi announces new Ukrainian offensive operations in 2026

Ukraine’s commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi has outlined the armed forces’ goals for 2026, saying Ukrainian troops will continue asymmetric operations against Russian forces — tactics he says are delivering results.

Syrskyi said Ukraine is …

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SHOCKING STATEMENT! Trump Names Who’s Blocking Peace in Ukraine

SHOCKING STATEMENT! Trump Names Who’s Blocking Peace in Ukraine

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Investigation reveals Russia’s agent network in Baltic states preparing for invasion

Russian security services are gathering intelligence in the Baltic states through a network called “Anti-Fascists of the Baltics” and preparing to assist Moscow in the event of an invasion.

The independent Russian Dossier Center has published a new …

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Ukraine war latest: Russian attacks kill 5 across Ukraine; Moscow seeks to disconnect Ukraine's nuclear power

Ukraine war latest: Russian attacks kill 5 across Ukraine; Moscow seeks to disconnect Ukraine's nuclear power

Key developments on Jan. 17-18:

  • Russian attacks kill 5, injure 30 across Ukraine as Moscow again targets energy infrastructure
  • Russia seeks to disconnect Ukraine's nuclear power plants, HUR says, risking potential meltdown
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Patriot system struck by Russian forces near Kharkiv was a sophisticated decoy, war bloggers admit

Russian troops were in for a major letdown: the Patriot air defense system they claimed to have hit near Kharkiv turned out to be a very professionally made mock-up.

Ukraine’s Defense Forces once again outfoxed the aggressor. The Patriot …

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How Ukraine organizes resistance in Russian-occupied territory

How Ukraine organizes resistance in Russian-occupied territory

Resistance under Russian-occupation is beyond dangerous — even the smallest sign of supporting Ukraine can result in imprisonment, torture, and even death.

The list of documented war crimes against Ukrainians in Russian-occupied territories is …

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Ukrainian partisans damage key substation in Bryansk, disrupting Russian military logistics

Overnight on January 18, Ukrainian partisans carried out a sabotage operation that knocked out a substation in Bryansk, which supplied enterprises working under contracts for Russia’s Ministry of Defense.

Fuel storage bases also lost power, the …

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Ukrainian military: Russia attempts to breach defenses near Vovchansk amid heavy clashes

On the South Slobozhansky axis, Russian forces tried to leverage their numerical advantage to break through defenses in Vovchansk and push toward Hrafske, Vovchanski Khutory and Zybynne, the Joint Forces grouping reported on January 18.

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Ukraine military chief says more arms, sanctions key as 'Coalition of the Willing' holds security guarantees talks

Ukraine military chief says more arms, sanctions key as 'Coalition of the Willing' holds security guarantees talks

Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi told participants that Russia shows no readiness to end the war.

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Ukrainian drones strike North Ossetia

Ukrainian drones attacked North Ossetia overnight into Sunday, January 18, the region’s head, Sergei Menyaylo, said. In Beslan, debris from one of the downed drones fell onto the roof of a five-story residential building. Three people were injured, …

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The Kadyrov succession battle begins as Putin lacks the resources to stop it

Tensions around Chechnya are rapidly escalating amid rumors about Kadyrov’s terminal illness. A recent crash involving the Chechen leader’s youngest son, Adam, may be part of a succession struggle.

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Russia’s “all in” attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid | Ukraine This Week

Russia’s “all in” attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid | Ukraine This Week

In the latest episode of Ukraine This Week, the Kyiv Independent’s Anna Belokur breaks down Russia’s intensified winter assault on Ukraine’s energy grid, as sustained missile and drone strikes push the system to the brink.

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Ukrainian crew begins 'crucial' repairs on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant backup line under IAEA-brokered ceasefire

Ukrainian crew begins 'crucial' repairs on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant backup line under IAEA-brokered ceasefire

The 330-kilovolt power line, damaged and disconnected by military activity on Jan. 2, is vital for supplying the plant with external electricity.

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Russian attacks kill 5, injure 30 across Ukraine as Moscow again targets energy infrastructure

Russian attacks kill 5, injure 30 across Ukraine as Moscow again targets energy infrastructure

The strikes came as Ukraine faces severe cold and ongoing disruptions to heat and electricity supplies following repeated attacks on the energy sector, which prompted a state of emergency earlier this week.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,226,420 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,226,420 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 830 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Pro-Ukrainian partisans sabotage electrical substation in Russia's Bryansk Oblast, group claims

Pro-Ukrainian partisans sabotage electrical substation in Russia's Bryansk Oblast, group claims

The Atesh partisan group sabotaged an electrical substation in Russia's Bryansk Oblast, disrupting power supply to "key" components of Russia's war machine, the group claimed in a Telegram post on Jan. 18.

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Over 163,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine identified by media investigation

Over 163,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine identified by media investigation

Russian independent media outlet Mediazona, in collaboration with the BBC Russian service, has confirmed the identities of 163,606 Russian military personnel killed in Ukraine.

Since the media outlets' last update in mid-December, the names of 7,445 …

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Pro-Putin spy nuns infiltrating Sweden

Swedish security services recently exposed a clandestine Russian espionage scheme involving individuals posing as Orthodox nuns. These operatives, tied to Russia’s GRU military intelligence, sought to blend into Sweden’s religious and …

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Crashed Russian drone discovered in Moldova, authorities report

Crashed Russian drone discovered in Moldova, authorities report

The drone was found by a hunter in the village of Nucareni, in the Telenesti District of the country, which is located approximately 54 kilometers (33 miles) from the Moldova-Ukraine border, authorities said.

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📉 $35 oil sinks Russia’s budget as UK detains shadow fleet and funds go to Ukraine

📉 $35 oil sinks Russia’s budget as UK detains shadow fleet and funds go to Ukraine

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Ukraine says Russian claim of capturing Zakotne in Donbas is false, calls it Kremlin propaganda

Fake announcements about purported Russian seizures of Ukrainian settlements are a classic tactic of Russian propaganda aimed at demoralizing Ukrainians, the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) said.

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Russia may target nuclear plant substations to cut power and force Ukraine’s capitulation, Ukrainian intelligence warns

Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (GUR) says it has detected Russian preparations for strikes on substations serving Ukrainian nuclear power plants.

Russian forces are considering shelling substations at Ukrainian nuclear power plants (NPPs) to …

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Ukraine's 81st brigade: fighting intensifies near Dronivka as Russia attempts Siverskyi Donets river crossings

Russian forces are trying to slip through Ukrainian lines and cross the Siverskyi Donets River in rubber boats near the village of Dronivka, as clashes escalate in the area, Ukraine’s 81st Separate Airmobile Slobozhanskyi Brigade said in a Facebook …

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❗️Ukrainian delegation in MIAMI: topics of NEGOTIATIONS with Americans #shorts

❗️Ukrainian delegation in MIAMI: topics of NEGOTIATIONS with Americans #shorts

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Ukrainian drones again hit Russia’s Kapustin Yar, key site for Russia's Oreshnik missile launches

A drone attack has been reported in Russia’s Astrakhan region on Kapustin Yar, one of the country’s main test ranges for missile weapons.

Ukrainian UAVs once again reached the Kapustin Yar range in Astrakhan region, from which, among other things, …

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Ukraine says it struck Russian air defenses and a drone depot in Crimea

Ukrainian forces struck Russian air-defense assets and a drone storage site in Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine, the General Staff said Saturday, January 17.

According to the statement, a Nebo-U radar near Yevpatoria in Crimea and a Pantsir-S1 …

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Ukrainian sanctions target Russian sports ahead of Winter Olympics

Ukrainian sanctions target Russian sports ahead of Winter Olympics

"Our country reminds the world before the start of the 2026 Winter Olympics that sport is not outside of politics. After all, the sanctioned individuals openly support aggression, war crimes, and occupation, thus destroying the principles and values …
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🇺🇦 Ukrainian SOF sank Russian forces in the Caspian Sea #shorts

🇺🇦 Ukrainian SOF sank Russian forces in the Caspian Sea #shorts

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Ukraine and Russia agree to IAEA-brokered ceasefire at Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

A temporary ceasefire has taken effect around the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, with oversight by the IAEA.

Ukraine and Russia have agreed to a temporary ceasefire around the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. The deal, brokered by the IAEA, …

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Russia seeks to disconnect Ukraine's nuclear power plants, HUR says, risking potential meltdown

Russia seeks to disconnect Ukraine's nuclear power plants, HUR says, risking potential meltdown

Disconnecting Ukraine's nuclear power plants would take the crisis one step further — Ukrainians would be fully cut off from electricity and heating in subzero temperatures.

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UK delivers 350 ASRAAM air-to-air missiles to Ukraine as part of record £4.5 billion aid package

Britain has provided Ukraine with 350 ASRAAM air-to-air missiles in 2025, part of a record £4.5 billion in total UK assistance to Kyiv this year, Ukraine’s Defense Ministry said.

According to the ministry, the £70 million for the ASRAAM purchase was …

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Ukrainian delegation arrives in U.S. for Miami peace talks on security guarantees and economic aid

A Ukrainian delegation arrived in the United States on Saturday, January 17, for a new round of talks with American mediators on ending the war waged against it by Russia. The delegation includes the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine …

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🪖 VR training for UKRAINIAN recruits: these are all REAL BATTLES! #shorts

🪖 VR training for UKRAINIAN recruits: these are all REAL BATTLES! #shorts

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Trump steps on the gas: fast peace for Ukraine – can diplomacy stop the drones?

Trump steps on the gas: fast peace for Ukraine – can diplomacy stop the drones?

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Only reliable U.S. aid for Ukraine: McDonald’s

Only reliable U.S. aid for Ukraine: McDonald’s

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We first started to do a story about McDonald’s after we realized how much of a reaction there was in Ukrainian society when McDonald’s breakfasts resumed during the war.

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Finland approves 31st €98 million defense aid package for Ukraine

Finland will send Ukraine its 31st defense aid package, a decision approved by the President on January 16 at the government’s proposal, Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen said

The Ministry of Defense put the value of the new package at about €98 …

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Rise and fall of Yulia Tymoshenko, the 'founding figure of Ukrainian populism'

Rise and fall of Yulia Tymoshenko, the 'founding figure of Ukrainian populism'

It’s hard to imagine Ukraine’s political scene without Yulia Tymoshenko.

A veteran politician, Tymoshenko has held a variety of government posts, serving as the country’s prime minister twice, being defeated in a presidential runoff back in 2010, and …

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Up to 540,000 conscription-age men have left Ukraine since the full-scale invasion

Nearly four years into the full-scale war, hundreds of thousands of draft-age men have left Ukraine. A smaller wave of emigration was also triggered by the decision allowing men aged 18 to 22 to travel abroad.

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Zelensky calls for immediate electricity import boost amid new Russian attacks on energy infrastructure

Zelensky calls for immediate electricity import boost amid new Russian attacks on energy infrastructure

Russian forces launched overnight attacks on Jan. 16-17 across Ukraine, hitting energy infrastructure, including substations, in Odesa and Kyiv oblasts, triggering emergency power outages, authorities reported

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Russian Su-24 violated Swedish airspace near Gothenburg on January 17, 2026

On January 17, 2026, around noon, a Russian Su-24 fighter jet briefly entered Swedish airspace near Gothenburg in the Västra Götaland region. Upon detection, the Swedish Armed Forces immediately scrambled fighter jets to intercept and escort the …

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Ukrainian delegation headed by Budanov arrives in US to clarify peace proposal

Ukrainian delegation headed by Budanov arrives in US to clarify peace proposal

The delegation consists of the recently appointed President’s Office head Kyrylo Budanov, National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov, and the parliamentary leader of President Volodymyr Zelensky’s Servant of the People party, David …
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Embassies say they are staying in Kyiv despite energy crisis, extreme cold, Russian attacks

Embassies say they are staying in Kyiv despite energy crisis, extreme cold, Russian attacks

Foreign embassies based in Kyiv say they are not evacuating staff despite worsening power outages, damage to energy infrastructure, and forecasts of extreme cold, according to responses obtained by the Kyiv Independent.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,225,590 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,225,590 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 1,130 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Poland charges 4 Ukrainians, 1 Russian in alleged Russia-backed sabotage plot

Poland charges 4 Ukrainians, 1 Russian in alleged Russia-backed sabotage plot

Polish authorities have charged five men in an alleged Russia-orchestrated plot to send out parcels with explosives to various Western countries, Poland's National Prosecutor's Office announced on Jan. 16.

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US considering creating 'Board of Peace' for Ukraine, modeled after plan for Gaza, FT reports

US considering creating 'Board of Peace' for Ukraine, modeled after plan for Gaza, FT reports

American officials have put forward the idea of expanding the Gaza 'Board of Peace' to include other countries affected by war and conflicts, including Ukraine and Venezuela, the Financial Times (FT) reported on Jan. 16.

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Ukraine strikes Russian ammunition depot in occupied Prymorsk

Ukraine’s The General Staff said that Ukrainian Forces hit a Russian ammunition depot in Prymorsk, on the Russian-occupied part of Zaporizhzhia region, and released updated details on a strike against the Atlant Aero facility in Taganrog.

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Lithuania says Russian military intelligence ordered 2024 attempted arson at factory supplying Ukraine

An attempt in 2024 to set fire to a Lithuanian factory that supplies radio-frequency scanners to Ukraine’s military was carried out on orders from Russia’s military intelligence agency, the GRU, said Saulius Briginas, deputy chief of Lithuania’s …

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🪖 The most HARDENED army! Ukrainians in the army – 900 thousand #shorts

🪖 The most HARDENED army! Ukrainians in the army – 900 thousand #shorts

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⚔️ 900,000 combat servicemen and real experience – THE UKRAINIAN ARMY is the strongest in Europe!

⚔️ 900,000 combat servicemen and real experience – THE UKRAINIAN ARMY is the strongest in Europe!

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Lithuania charges six foreign nationals in alleged GRU-linked plot against defense supplier aiding Ukraine

Lithuania has sent to court the case of six foreign nationals accused of plotting a terrorist attack against a private defense supplier aiding Ukraine, the Prosecutor General’s Office said Friday, according to LRT.

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Chernyi Appointed Commander of 54th Mechanized Brigade

Following the rapid loss of the city of Siversk, north of Bakhmut, Ukrainian command decided to dismiss the commander of the 54th Mechanized Brigade, Colonel Oleksiy Konoval, in December 2025….

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Ukraine denies Russian claims of captured territory, citing heavy Russian losses

Russia has made tactical gains, but every meter of Ukrainian land is being taken at the cost of heavy personnel losses, a spokesperson for Ukraine’s General Staff said.

Dmytro Lykhovyi told Interfax-Ukraine that Moscow is significantly overstating …

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'Russia is preparing new massive attacks,' Zelensky says

'Russia is preparing new massive attacks,' Zelensky says

President Volodymyr Zelensky said Jan. 16 that Russia is preparing a new wave of large-scale attacks on Ukraine as the country grapples with a deepening energy crisis.

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The Netherlands in talks to supply new missiles and bombs for Ukraine’s F-16s

Ukraine’s Armed Forces could receive new weapons for their F-16s from the Netherlands, further boosting the jets’ effectiveness. The topic was discussed at a meeting between Deputy Defense Minister Oleksandr Kozenko and a delegation from the Dutch …

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Ukraine repels Russian border breach attempt in Kharkiv region, killing 21 soldiers

Ukraine says it blocked an attempted breach of the state border. In the defensive fight, 21 Russian soldiers were killed and 11 more were wounded.

Ukraine’s defense forces repelled an attack by Russian troops near the village of Degtyarne in the …

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Lukashenko orders surprise, large-scale inspection of Belarusian armed forces

Belarus’ self-proclaimed president Alexander Lukashenko has abruptly ordered a review of the country’s entire armed forces, reports the Belarusian state agency Belta.

According to Belta, this is an unexpected and large-scale inspection Lukashenko is …

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Ukraine has no undamaged power plants amid unprecedented strikes, Shmyhal says

Ukraine’s Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal says the country’s power sector is facing a situation unprecedented worldwide, adding that some cities and regions failed to prepare for it.

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Zelensky says some air-defense systems lacked missiles until today

Ukraine’s President said he has to fight to secure every package of air-defense missiles from the United States and Europe.

“Sometimes I want to speak frankly, but the situation doesn’t allow it. For example, until this morning we had several systems …

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Ukraine Reforms Tracker Weekly — Issue 43

Ukraine Reforms Tracker Weekly — Issue 43

Editor’s note: This is issue 43 of Ukrainian lawmaker Yaroslav Zhelezniak’s weekly "Ukraine Reforms Tracker" covering events from Jan. 1–Jan. 12, 2026. The digest highlights steps taken in the Ukrainian parliament related to business, economics, and …

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Russian nuclear agency executive detained on suspicion of financing Ukrainian armed forces

Russian security forces have detained Mikhail Shcherbak, director of capital construction at Atomstroyexport, the management company of Rosatom’s engineering division, the Russian Interfax news agency reported, citing the state corporation.

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Ukraine embassy in Iran temporarily closed as Trump eyes possible strikes

Ukraine embassy in Iran temporarily closed as Trump eyes possible strikes

The embassy said it would provide further updates on the resumption of activities and any additional measures.

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Ukraine needs a guarantee that there will be no more GREAT WARS, – Zelenskyy #shorts

Ukraine needs a guarantee that there will be no more GREAT WARS, – Zelenskyy #shorts

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Czech President says Ukraine must make painful concessions for peace

At a joint news conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Czech President Petr Pavel said Ukraine will have to make painful concessions to achieve peace. At the same time, he said, Kyiv is ready to take that step.

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Court sets bail for Yulia Tymoshenko in alleged bribery case involving Verkhovna Rada deputies

The High Anti-Corruption Court has set bail at 33 million hryvnias ($762,000) for Yulia Tymoshenko in a case over the alleged bribery of lawmakers, RBC-Ukraine reported.

According to the outlet, prosecutors had requested bail of 50 million hryvnias …

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Inside Ukraine’s resistance under Russian occupation

Inside Ukraine’s resistance under Russian occupation

In this exclusive interview, the Kyiv Independent’s Yuliia Taradiuk speaks with a Ukrainian Special Operations Forces' officer who helps organize resistance movements in Russian-occupied territories of Ukraine.

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Zelensky sends Budanov and Umerov to the U.S. for peace talks on Ukraine’s peace plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said a Ukrainian delegation led by Presidential Office chief Kyrylo Budanov and National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov is already en route to the United States for talks. A peace plan for …

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Over half of Ukrainians support holding referendum on peace deal, poll shows

Over half of Ukrainians support holding referendum on peace deal, poll shows

Around 55% of Ukrainians support holding a referendum on a potential peace deal to end Russia's war against Ukraine, while 32% oppose this idea, according to the poll.

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Inside Ukraine's AWOL and desertion crisis

Inside Ukraine's AWOL and desertion crisis

Panic attacks have haunted Ukrainian serviceman Yaroslav since he returned home in the summer, leaving him gasping at night.

Frustration with his commanders drove the 33-year-old to go absent without leave (AWOL), joining a growing number of Ukrainian …

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⚡ All UKRAINIAN power plants have been damaged by RUSSIA! #shorts

⚡ All UKRAINIAN power plants have been damaged by RUSSIA! #shorts

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Ukrainian delegation en route to US to meet Trump's team

Ukrainian delegation en route to US to meet Trump's team

Ukraine hopes to gain more clarity on "documents that we have actually drafted with the American side, and regarding Russia's response to all this diplomatic work," Zelensky said.

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UKRAINE does not have a single surviving power plant ⚡ An "ENERGY RAMSTEIN" is being convened!

UKRAINE does not have a single surviving power plant ⚡ An "ENERGY RAMSTEIN" is being convened!

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Ukraine war latest live: Ukrainians reject trading Donbas for Western security guarantees in new survey

Ukraine war latest live: Ukrainians reject trading Donbas for Western security guarantees in new survey

Most Ukrainians oppose trading the Donbas to Russia even in exchange for Western security guarantees, a new survey shows.

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Ukraine's GDP grew 2.2% in 2025, economy ministry says

Ukraine's GDP grew 2.2% in 2025, economy ministry says

"In 2025 (...) growth was supported by domestic trade, construction, (...) the production of defense products and metallurgy," Oleksiy Sobolev, Ukraine's economy minister, said in a press release.

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Ukraine eases curfew rules as energy crisis caused by Russian attacks deepens

Ukraine eases curfew rules as energy crisis caused by Russian attacks deepens

Ukraine is loosening curfew restrictions to allow citizens to reach humanitarian aid centers even at nighttime, Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal said.

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France replaces US as main intelligence provider to Kyiv, Macron says

France replaces US as main intelligence provider to Kyiv, Macron says

The change works to solve Kyiv's heavy dependence on the U.S. for military intelligence, which has been wielded as leverage against Ukraine by the Trump administration on several occasions.

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Lithuania charges multinational gang of Russian-directed sabotage attacks

On January 16, 2026, Lithuanian military intelligence announced charges against a multinational gang from Spain, Colombia, Chile, Russia, and Belarus for orchestrating sabotage attacks targeting radio jamming stations in Ukraine and infrastructure in …

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Suspects in Russian-led explosive parcels plot face life sentences, Poland says

On January 16, 2026, Polish prosecutors charged five men with involvement in a Russian-directed sabotage operation to send explosive parcels to Britain, the United States, Canada, and additional destinations. The five defendants include four …

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Zelensky meets Ukraine's ex-army chief Zaluzhnyi, prominent volunteers as part of 'new policy'

Zelensky meets Ukraine's ex-army chief Zaluzhnyi, prominent volunteers as part of 'new policy'

In an unexpected move, President Volodymyr Zelensky has met with several popular public figures in recent days, with the latest being Ukraine's Ambassador to the U.K. and former Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi.

"I thanked (Zaluzhnyi) for his work …

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2026: END OF WAR OR ESCALATION? Miltech by Minister FEDOROV. Ukraine through AMERICAN Eyes

2026: END OF WAR OR ESCALATION? Miltech by Minister FEDOROV. Ukraine through AMERICAN Eyes

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Poland approves transfer of 9 fighter jets to Ukraine

Poland approves transfer of 9 fighter jets to Ukraine

Poland has approved the transfer of nine MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine, Deputy Defense Minister Pawel Zalewski said Jan. 15 in an interview with Polish media.

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Due to RUSSIA, there is no electricity in UKRAINE for 20-30 hours, – Zelenskyy #shorts

Due to RUSSIA, there is no electricity in UKRAINE for 20-30 hours, – Zelenskyy #shorts

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Ukraine’s Military Intelligence lists dozens of foreign machine tools powering Russia’s defense industry despite sanctions

Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (GUR) has published data on 50 pieces of foreign equipment used by Russia’s defense industry to manufacture weapons and military hardware.

The Main Directorate of Intelligence of Ukraine unveiled new evidence of …

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Is Ukrainian parliament becoming a problem for Zelensky?

Is Ukrainian parliament becoming a problem for Zelensky?

Strong opposition and constant brawls have made Ukraine's parliament a staple of the country's thriving democracy. Since the start of the all-out war, however, the parliament has seen its independence, powers, and popularity erode.

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Russia’s drive to formalize the shadow economy could push more businesses underground

One of the Russian government’s top goals for 2026 is “bringing the national economy out of the shadows” to ensure a “significant increase in tax collection.” The mandate was included in President Vladimir Putin’s follow-up orders after a meeting of …

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Russian war bloggers admit Ukrainian kill zones are grinding down Russian assaults

Russian pro-war bloggers increasingly admit that the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ new tactics have seriously complicated Russia’s offensive operations and driven up losses. In the Z segment, it’s being called an "endless meat grinder" that dampens the …

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'Disgraceful statement' — Ukraine condemns International Red Cross over 'moral equivalence' on energy strikes

'Disgraceful statement' — Ukraine condemns International Red Cross over 'moral equivalence' on energy strikes

Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha wrote on X that "this statement is a disgrace," adding that "false moral equivalence between an aggressor and a country defending itself is unacceptable."

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Russian forces hit Ukraine with Shahed drones carrying magnetic mines, experts warn of heightened danger

Russia’s recent strikes on Ukraine have involved the use of magnetic mines to intensify the attacks, experts say. The threat was observed during bombardments along the Kovel–Kyiv rail line.

Electronic warfare and communications expert Sergey “Flash” …

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Small Estonian fintech to take on big Ukrainian banking sector

Small Estonian fintech to take on big Ukrainian banking sector

Ukraine's wartime banking sector will get a new player after an obscure fintech's bid to enter the country's market was finalized on Jan. 15.

Iute Group, headquartered in Estonia, signed the final stage of acquiring a Ukrainian banking license during …

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Germany’s Rheinmetall secures site for Ukrainian ammunition plant, ready to start construction

Germany’s defense conglomerate Rheinmetall has received an order to supply Ukraine with equipment for an ammunition plant and says it is fulfilling those commitments.

Ukraine’s government has allocated a site for a new Rheinmetall ammunition factory, …

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The Ukrainian war cemetery that can't stop growing

The Ukrainian war cemetery that can't stop growing

At the cemetery historically known as the Field of Mars, a sea of flags snap and ripple in the wind, and names appear faster than the city can make space for them.

Photographer Anastasiia Smolienko, who returns here several times a month, says, “This …

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I once craved the polar cold. Now I fear it at home.

I once craved the polar cold. Now I fear it at home.

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IMF chief visits Kyiv for the first time since 2023 amid deepening energy crisis

IMF chief visits Kyiv for the first time since 2023 amid deepening energy crisis

During her visit, Georgieva was expected to review Ukraine’s progress in passing the 2026 budget, as well as discuss measures to further prevent tax evasion and boost revenue by broadening the tax base.

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Russia dismisses two generals after failed assaults on the Dobropillya axis

Russia’s occupation forces have dismissed Lt. Gen. Sukhrab Akhmedov, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Navy for coastal and ground forces. He was awarded the title “Hero of Russia” in the summer of 2025. The announcement was made by the Azov …

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Ukraine war latest live: 70 Russian soldiers 'destroyed' during assault near Kharkiv, Khartiia claims in new video

Ukraine war latest live: 70 Russian soldiers 'destroyed' during assault near Kharkiv, Khartiia claims in new video

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 3 times today. A large group of Russian soldiers crossing snowy ground north of Kharkiv was obliterated by drones, artillery and infantry, Ukraine's …
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Ukraine appoints Oleksandr Borniakov as interim digital transformation minister

Ukraine appoints Oleksandr Borniakov as interim digital transformation minister

Oleksandr Borniakov assumed the new position after Mykhailo Fedorov, who had led the Digital Transformation Ministry since 2019, was appointed defense minister on Jan. 14.

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Kazakhstan protests strikes on Russian oil infrastructure used for Kazakh crude

Kazakhstan has lodged a protest over attacks on oil tankers and Russian oil infrastructure used to export Kazakh crude.

Astana reacted after drone strikes on tankers bound for the CPC terminal in the Black Sea, voicing “serious concern” without …

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Russia strikes Lviv playground, debris falls onto Kyiv residential building as drones attack Ukraine

Russia strikes Lviv playground, debris falls onto Kyiv residential building as drones attack Ukraine

Russia struck a playground in the city center of the western Ukrainian city of Lviv, Governor Maksym Kozytskyi reported on Jan. 15.

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Trump claims Putin ready to reach peace deal, Zelensky in the way

Trump claims Putin ready to reach peace deal, Zelensky in the way

"I think (Russian President Vladimir Putin is) ready to make a deal. I think Ukraine is less ready to make a ‍deal," U.S. President Donald Trump said.

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🥹 Touching! Ukrainians in -20°C WARM each other up #shorts

🥹 Touching! Ukrainians in -20°C WARM each other up #shorts

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Unity is INCREDIBLE! Cold, darkness, shelling – RUSSIA will not break UKRAINIANS!

Unity is INCREDIBLE! Cold, darkness, shelling – RUSSIA will not break UKRAINIANS!

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Czechia's new government faces early divisions over Ukraine

Czechia's new government faces early divisions over Ukraine

Fears that the new Czech populist government would add another brick to the anti-Ukraine camp appear to be premature — at least, for now.

Petr Macinka, Czechia's new foreign minister, who visited Ukraine on Jan. 9 mere hours after a Russian Oreshnik …

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Combat clashes IMMEDIATELY on THREE fronts – UKRAINE is holding back the Russians!

Combat clashes IMMEDIATELY on THREE fronts – UKRAINE is holding back the Russians!

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Zelensky declares state of emergency in Ukraine’s energy sector as crisis worsens

Zelensky declares state of emergency in Ukraine’s energy sector as crisis worsens

"The consequences of Russian strikes and worsening weather conditions are severe," Zelensky wrote.

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'Every day, we feel more hate towards Russia' — Kyiv families struggle to stay warm in near-freezing homes

'Every day, we feel more hate towards Russia' — Kyiv families struggle to stay warm in near-freezing homes

Pechersk is a leafy, affluent neighborhood in central Kyiv. Its prerevolutionary buildings are tucked away from the main roads, surrounded by quiet courtyards and trees. In peacetime, it's where many Ukrainians dreamed of living.

Now, in the fourth …

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Russia's winter terror is doomed! Ukraine stands stronger than ever!

Russia's winter terror is doomed! Ukraine stands stronger than ever!

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Belgorod governor urges residents to prepare to evacuate amid power and heat crisis

The head of Russia’s Belgorod region, Vyacheslav Gladkov, signaled publicly that after Ukrainian strikes on the energy infrastructure, the region cannot provide residents with heat and electricity. In effect, the Belgorod governor is suggesting that …

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Video shows first confirmed use of Tempest air-defense buggies by Ukraine against Russian drones

Ukraine’s Armed Forces have begun using Tempest air-defense buggies to help protect the country’s skies, a system designed primarily to destroy Russian attack drones. The Ukrainian Air Force released video purporting to show the platform in action. …

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EU reveals details on 90 billion 'Ukraine Support Loan'

EU reveals details on 90 billion 'Ukraine Support Loan'

Sixty billion euros ($70 billion) will be earmarked for defense, with the remaining 30 billion euros ($35 billion) allocated to support Ukraine's budget, European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen said during a press conference in Brussels on …
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Why NATO can’t survive a return to spheres of influence

Why NATO can’t survive a return to spheres of influence

The Kyiv Independent’s Martin Fornusek speaks with Kurt Volker, former U.S. special representative for Ukraine negotiations and former U.S. ambassador to NATO, about U.S. foreign policy, NATO’s future, and the war in Ukraine.

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Ukrainian anti-corruption agencies release alleged wiretap of Yulia Tymoshenko discussing vote-buying with an MP

Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) have released what they say is an audio recording of a wiretapped meeting between Yulia Tymoshenko and an unnamed member of parliament, in …

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Ukrainian Parliament confirms Mykhailo Fedorov as Ukraine’s defense minister

Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada voted to appoint former minister of digital transformation Mykhailo Fedorov as minister of defense. A total of 277 MPs backed the move.

News of Fedorov’s appointment came during a live broadcast of the Verkhovna Rada session …

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Spain to supply Ukraine with Lanza LTR-25 radar to bolster air defenses

Spain has signed off on a contract to produce and supply Ukraine with a Lanza LTR-25 long-range tactical radar, along with logistics support, the Spanish government press service said Wednesday, January 14.

The agreement covers manufacturing and …

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156 strikes overnight: Russia “exports” chaos to Europe – not just Ukraine suffers

156 strikes overnight: Russia “exports” chaos to Europe – not just Ukraine suffers

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Six windows on Ukraine: Resilience.

“A Ukrainian home is something you rebuild, again and again.”

For our fifth season, Ukrainian Spaces returns to its beginnings, revisiting six Ukrainians from the 2022 inaugural season to see how war, time, and responsibility have reshaped their …

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Russia establishes special forces headquarters and reconnaissance training grounds around Mariupol

Russian forces have turned Mariupol and nearby areas into a network of military bases and training ranges. The main site is a range on the border of Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions near the settlements of Urzuf and Kulikovske.

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2 million Ukrainians evading mobilization, another 200,000 soldiers AWOL, new defense minister says

2 million Ukrainians evading mobilization, another 200,000 soldiers AWOL, new defense minister says

The rare report on numbers comes as Ukraine faces a critical manpower shortage.

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How can foreign defense manufacturers benefit from Ukraine’s Defense City regime?

How can foreign defense manufacturers benefit from Ukraine’s Defense City regime?

This January, Ukraine's long-awaited Defense City regime has finally come into operation.

The first company to obtain resident status was SkyFall, a manufacturer of drones and Shahed interceptors.

This special program, similar to the IT-focused Diia …

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Ukraine war latest live: Minibus carrying soldiers shot at near Lviv

Ukraine war latest live: Minibus carrying soldiers shot at near Lviv

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 5 times today. A minibus full of soldiers was shot at in the morning of Jan. 14 in the village of Rudno near Lviv in western Ukraine, by an as-yet unknown …

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Sweden and Finland push EU to bar port services for Russian energy shipments

Sweden and Finland have urged the EU to use its next sanctions package to impose a full ban on servicing ships carrying Russian energy.

The EU is preparing its 20th package of sanctions against Russia ahead of the anniversary of Moscow’s full-scale …

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Chart of the week: Ukraine's missile interception rate slides lower as Russian attacks plunge country into crisis

Chart of the week: Ukraine's missile interception rate slides lower as Russian attacks plunge country into crisis

Ukraine's missile interception rate slid lower in the first two weeks of 2026, as Russia continued its months-long bombing campaign against the country's energy infrastructure.

Ukraine's Air Force reported downing 26 of the 73 missiles launched by …

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Ukraine’s anti-corruption bureau accuses Verkhovna Rada faction leader of bribery, sources name Yulia Tymoshenko

Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) say they have exposed the head of one of the factions in the Verkhovna Rada for allegedly offering illicit benefits to several lawmakers …

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Ukrainian court sentences Russian soldier to life for killing POWs

A court in Kharkiv has sentenced Russian serviceman Sergey Tuzhilov to life in prison for a war crime - the killing of a Ukrainian prisoner of war at the Vovchansk Aggregate Plant in the summer of 2024. On Tuesday, January 13, a panel of judges …

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Leaving the post, not the SBU: Maliuk vows to keep serving after Ukrainian parliament dismisses him

Ukraine’s parliament on January 13 voted to dismiss Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) chief Vasyl Maliuk, with 235 lawmakers in favor.

In a column for Kanal 24, the now-former SBU chief said he will continue serving the state and do everything to …

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Russian military intelligence has increased hybrid warfare sabotage campaigns across Europe, recruiting disposable agents for attacks including arson, bombings, and reconnaissance in UK, Poland, Lithuania, and Latvia.

A report by the RUSI think tank exposes a significant rise in Russian hybrid warfare sabotage operations across NATO countries since the invasion of Ukraine, with Russia recruiting ‘disposable agents’ many from Ukraine and other European …

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Russian GRU and Wagner-linked operatives were aboard the Qendil tanker later struck by Ukrainian drones, investigation finds

Russian operatives with backgrounds in GRU special forces and the Wagner Group had previously been on board the tanker Qendil (IMO: 9310525), which came under attack by Ukrainian drones in the Mediterranean in December 2025. That’s according to an …

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Russia is waging hybrid war on UK and Europe through 'disposable agents'

According to a 2026 report by the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI), Russian intelligence has shifted from traditional espionage to recruiting so-called ‘disposable agents’ via Telegram, gaming platforms, and other online channels. …

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Lt. Gen. Sukhrab Akhmedov removed from post after failed Russian marines assault near Pokrovsk

Sukhrab Akhmedov, the Russian Navy’s deputy commander-in-chief for coastal and ground forces, has been removed from his post, according to a Telegram post by Vladimir Rogov, co-chair of the Civic Chamber’s Coordination Council for the “integration of …

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Ukrainian veteran politician Yulia Tymoshenko's party offices searched in corruption investigation, source says

Ukrainian veteran politician Yulia Tymoshenko's party offices searched in corruption investigation, source says

Ukraine's anti-corruption watchdogs reported earlier that the leader of an unnamed party had been caught offering bribes in exchange for votes in parliament.

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Ukraine’s commander-in-chief says Russia planned to reach Odesa and end the war in 2025

Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said Russia intended to finish the war in 2025 with a decisive defeat of Ukraine, aiming to cut the country off from the sea - plans that Kyiv says were thwarted.

“The past year was a major test for us. …

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Ukraine’s parliament dismisses SBU chief Vasyl Maliuk, Yevhen Khmara named acting head

Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada has voted to dismiss Vasyl Maliuk as head of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU). The decision was backed by 235 lawmakers.

Lawmaker Yaroslav Zheleznyak announced the tally on social media on January 13. “This is the last …

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Ukraine says it's preparing for elections, referendum. Is it realistic?

Ukraine says it's preparing for elections, referendum. Is it realistic?

In recent weeks, President Volodymyr Zelensky began actively promoting the idea of holding a referendum and potentially presidential elections immediately after a ceasefire is reached.

The goal of these preparations is to convince U.S. President …

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2025 deadliest year for Ukrainian civilians since first year of Russia's full-scale war, UN says

2025 deadliest year for Ukrainian civilians since first year of Russia's full-scale war, UN says

The total number of Ukrainian civilians killed or injured in 2025 was 31% higher than in 2024 and 70% higher than in 2023, according to the U.N. Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine.

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Ukraine’s 63rd Brigade: Captured Russian soldiers say they were coerced into war

Russian troops taken prisoner in Ukraine often claim they were forced to sign contracts with the Russian military against their will, according to Ukraine’s 63rd Separate Mechanized Brigade, which says the Kremlin may be deliberately pushing people …

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Syrskyi calls for urgent air-defense aid in call with US commander

Ukraine’s top commander, Oleksandr Syrskyi, says Russia is pressing ahead with offensive operations despite heavy losses, and urged urgent reinforcement of the country’s air defenses during a call with US Army Europe and Africa commander Gen. …

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Ukraine officially awards lithium deposit to Trump-linked investors, $179 million set for development

Ukraine officially awards lithium deposit to Trump-linked investors, $179 million set for development

Ukraine’s prime lithium deposit has been officially awarded to a U.S.-linked group of investors as the country courts U.S. President Donald Trump with business deals amid ongoing peace proposal talks.

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Ukraine launches first lithium mining project

Ukraine has named the first winner of a tender to develop a lithium deposit, launching a pilot project at the “Dobra Block” site in the Kirovohrad region, Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced on Telegram.

The project is expected to draw at least …

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A 19th-century novel for a 21st-century war — Why Panteleimon Kulish’s ‘Black Council’ still matters

A 19th-century novel for a 21st-century war — Why Panteleimon Kulish’s ‘Black Council’ still matters

Editor's Note: This story is part of the "Hidden Canon"  – a special series celebrating Ukrainian classic literature and aiming to bring it to a wider international audience. The series is supported by the Ukrainian Institute.

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Moldova and Ukraine impose joint controls on Transnistria border, cutting Russia’s supply routes

Ukraine and Moldova have moved in tandem to impose heightened controls around Transnistria, cutting off Russia’s traditional channels of influence and supply.

Chisinau and Kyiv appear to have simultaneously closed the corridors that for decades …

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Verkhovna Rada committee declines to back dismissal of SBU chief Vasyl Maliuk

Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, Defense and Intelligence has declined to support the president’s motion to dismiss Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) chief Vasyl Maliuk, said Holos party lawmaker Yaroslav Zheleznyak on his …

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Ukraine says it struck a Taganrog drone factory and multiple targets in Russian-occupied regions

Ukraine’s military struck a drone manufacturing facility in Russia’s Rostov region and several targets in Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine overnight into Tuesday, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said on January 13.

According to the …

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🚀 Massive attack on Ukraine. Boomerang hits RUSSIA: “Atlant AERO” factory on fire

🚀 Massive attack on Ukraine. Boomerang hits RUSSIA: “Atlant AERO” factory on fire

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Ukraine war latest live: Belgorod governor warns of possible evacuation as Russian border region reels from power outages

Ukraine war latest live: Belgorod governor warns of possible evacuation as Russian border region reels from power outages

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 3 times today. Belgorod O blast Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov urged residents on Jan 13 to be prepared to temporarily relocate amid ongoing problems with …
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Parliament votes on government reshuffle (LIVE)

Parliament votes on government reshuffle (LIVE)

Parliament convenes on Jan. 13 to vote on a proposed government reshuffle initiated by President Volodymyr Zelensky.

As part of Zelensky's reshuffle, Kyrylo Budanov, the military intelligence chief, was appointed as the new head of the President's …

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'A series of loud explosions' — Ukraine 'destroys' key Russian drone factory in Taganrog, SBU says

'A series of loud explosions' — Ukraine 'destroys' key Russian drone factory in Taganrog, SBU says

The plant is involved in the production of "Orion" drones, electronic warfare complexes, and digital integration systems.

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Russian ballistic missiles rock Kyiv, target energy infrastructure across Ukraine

Russian ballistic missiles rock Kyiv, target energy infrastructure across Ukraine

Russia launched numerous ballistic missiles towards Ukraine overnight on Jan. 13, according to monitoring channels.

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Russia aims to seize all of Donetsk region by April, with four scenarios for what comes next

Moscow has two priorities for 2026 - the Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions - according to sources. There are at least four possible paths ahead, ranging from a full halt to the war to continued fighting with little prospect of talks.

For 2026, …

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Russian diplomat dies by apparent suicide in Cyprus a day after oligarch Vladislav Baumgertner disappears

A Russian oligarch, Vladislav Baumgertner, went missing in Cyprus on January 7. A day later, a senior staffer at the Russian Embassy in Nicosia died by apparent suicide under unclear circumstances. A note was reportedly found but was not shared with …

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Sweden allocates $1.6B to build territorial air defense capability, $140M for space

In January 2026, Sweden announced a major $1.6 billion investment to develop a new territorial air defense system focused on protecting civilians and critical infrastructure against aerial threats. This approach represents a shift from traditional …

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Project Nightfall — Everything we know about the UK's ballistic missile program for Ukraine

Project Nightfall — Everything we know about the UK's ballistic missile program for Ukraine

In what could be a huge boost for Ukraine's offensive capabilities, the U.K. announced on Jan. 11 it had launched Project Nightfall, a competition to rapidly develop new long-range ballistic missiles for Kyiv.

Ukraine has repeatedly stressed the need …

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Zelensky orders final review of US security guarantees; White House source praises 'tremendous progress' in ending war

Zelensky orders final review of US security guarantees; White House source praises 'tremendous progress' in ending war

President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Jan. 12 that he instructed Ukraine's negotiating team to finalize a security guarantees document with the U.S. and submit it for review "at the highest level."

No further details were provided by the president.

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TRAP! ⚡️ Putin will "give" Ukraine GAS after blowing up all the thermal power plants!

TRAP! ⚡️ Putin will "give" Ukraine GAS after blowing up all the thermal power plants!

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FIREWORKS FROM AMMUNITION: Ukrainian UAVs strike Russian MILITARY ARSENALS! #shorts

FIREWORKS FROM AMMUNITION: Ukrainian UAVs strike Russian MILITARY ARSENALS! #shorts

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Germany's Arrow 3 air defense system not yet ready to counter Russia's Oreshnik missiles, Die Welt reports

Germany’s newest missile defense system, Arrow 3 - on which Berlin and its allies had pinned key hopes against ballistic threats - is not prepared to intercept Russia’s hypersonic Oreshnik missile, according to Die Welt.

Analyzing Russia’s recent …

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UK reportedly finds legal basis to board shadow fleet tankers evading oil sanctions

UK reportedly finds legal basis to board shadow fleet tankers evading oil sanctions

The move comes as London looks for stronger tools to disrupt illicit oil shipments that help fund Russia's war against Ukraine, as well as sanctioned exports linked to Iran and Venezuela.

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Canadian combat medic from 13th Khartiia Brigade saves over 50 soldiers on Kupiansk axis

Canadian volunteer combat medic, callsign Cooper from Ukraine’s 13th Khartiia brigade

UKRAINE, KHARKIV OBLAST, Jan. 12 — Canadian volunteer combat medic, callsign Cooper, serving with Ukraine’s 13th Khartiia brigade, has saved more than 50 soldiers since the beginning of his service in autumn 2025, the brigade’s press service told …

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Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko warns Kyiv lacks sufficient air defenses amid Russian strikes

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko acknowledged that even Ukraine’s capital does not have enough air defense systems to effectively repel Russian airstrikes. He said the shortage directly affects the scale of destruction and the city’s humanitarian …

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🚀 British ballistics NIGHTFALL – COMING SOON to UKRAINE! #shorts

🚀 British ballistics NIGHTFALL – COMING SOON to UKRAINE! #shorts

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Norway announces $400 million emergency package for Ukraine's energy sector, budget

Norway announces $400 million emergency package for Ukraine's energy sector, budget

"Ensuring that people can keep warm, cook food, and live reasonably normal lives is vital in enabling them to persevere in this war — a war that they are fighting on behalf of us all," Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide said.

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Ballistic response from the West! Britain promises Ukraine weapons that the Kremlin fears

Ballistic response from the West! Britain promises Ukraine weapons that the Kremlin fears

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Russia’s regions slide into fiscal crisis as federal aid dries up

Russia’s regions can no longer count on federal support amid sanctions, an industrial downturn and the war against Ukraine.

A combination of sanctions, the loss of external markets and a worsening global environment has exposed the structural …

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‘They don't know it's the sound of war’ — How Ukraine's pets react to sirens and explosions

‘They don't know it's the sound of war’ — How Ukraine's pets react to sirens and explosions

One night in late November, there was a loud explosion. The sky flashed white. Yura didn’t know what the sound was. She only knew it meant death might be near. She ran.

Yura — or Yurha, as her family calls her — is a 12-year-old shepherd dog. Her …

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Ukraine may have received the new U.S. Tempest air-defense system for combat trials

Ukraine could become the first country where the United States’ newest Tempest air-defense system is being tested in a real war.

The new “drone killer,” unveiled only a few months ago, may already be in use by Ukraine. The Ukrainian military has …

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Russian region vows crackdown on 'provocateurs' as claimed Ukrainian strikes cause 'catastrophic' outages, tensions

Russian region vows crackdown on 'provocateurs' as claimed Ukrainian strikes cause 'catastrophic' outages, tensions

Belgorod Oblast Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov said the energy supply situation in the region is "extremely dire," noting that the "energy capacity losses are reaching practically catastrophic scale."

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Ukraine war latest: Khartiia Brigade raises flag over Kupiansk city council building, releases video

Ukraine war latest: Khartiia Brigade raises flag over Kupiansk city council building, releases video

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 7 times today. Ukraine's Khartiia Brigade on Jan. 12 said it had recaptured the city council building in Kupiansk, Kharkiv Oblast, and flown the country's …
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Ukraine war latest: Russia intensifies push on Chasiv Yar, Ukrainian military says

Ukraine war latest: Russia intensifies push on Chasiv Yar, Ukrainian military says

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated (3) times today. Russian troops are intensifying their offensive on Chasiv Yar, trying to build up forces and deploying all types of available weapons, …

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Opinion: Syrskyi Needs to Resign

In February, it will mark two years since General Oleksandr Syrskyi took over Ukraine’s defense forces, replacing Valery Zaluzhny as commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. On the eve…

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Russia 'repeated fascism,' Zelensky says as war in Ukraine outlasts Nazi Germany's war with USSR

Russia 'repeated fascism,' Zelensky says as war in Ukraine outlasts Nazi Germany's war with USSR

The full-scale war in Ukraine entered its 1,418th day on Jan. 11, matching the length of Nazi Germany's fight against the Soviet Union during World War II. Russia has "repeated almost all the worst things that happened in the 20th century," President …
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UK developing ballistic missiles for Ukraine capable of striking deep inside Russia

UK developing ballistic missiles for Ukraine capable of striking deep inside Russia

The U.K. has launched Project Nightfall, a competition to rapidly develop new long-range ballistic missiles for Ukraine. The missiles will be able to travel 500 km (310 miles) and come equipped with a 200 kg (440 lb) warhead.

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Former NATO Secretary Stoltenberg: Putin has 'completely failed' in Ukraine, could be forced to negotiate with sustained Western pressure

Russian president Vladimir Putin has yet to achieve success in his war against Ukraine and still shows no signs of readiness for constructive peace talks.

Since 2014, when Russia launched its aggression against Ukraine, Putin has failed to occupy the …

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Ukraine war latest: Ukraine hits Russian drilling platforms in Caspian Sea, military reports

Ukraine war latest: Ukraine hits Russian drilling platforms in Caspian Sea, military reports

Key developments on Jan. 10-11:

  • Ukraine hits Russian drilling platforms in Caspian Sea, military reports
  • Ukraine brings US-made Tempest air defense system into combat, footage suggests
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Russia’s Oreshnik missile strike near EU border seen as signal to the West, spurring UN Security Council push and EU calls for air defenses and tougher sanctions

Against the backdrop of Russia’s Oreshnik missile strike, President Volodymyr Zelensky called for a clear global response. “First and foremost from the United States, whose position Russia does take into account. Russia must receive signals that it …

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Ukraine brings US-made Tempest air defense system into combat, footage suggests

Ukraine brings US-made Tempest air defense system into combat, footage suggests

The Tempest surface-to-air missile system is designed to engage drones, helicopters, and low-flying aircraft in all weather conditions. Its transfer to Ukraine was not publicly announced.

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Ukrainian intelligence says Kadyrov’s kidneys have failed as Kremlin scrambles for a successor

Ukrainian intelligence says Ramzan Kadyrov is gravely ill, and the Kremlin is fast-tracking the search for a replacement amid fears of instability in Chechnya.

Ukrainian news agency UNIAN reports, citing a source at Ukraine’s Main Directorate of …

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Thousands 'without light and warm water' — At tournament, Ukrainian tennis player speaks out on Russian energy grid strikes

Thousands 'without light and warm water' — At tournament, Ukrainian tennis player speaks out on Russian energy grid strikes

"I play every day with pain in my heart... My sister sleeps under three blankets because of the cold at home," Ukrainian tennis player Marta Kostiuk said after the final match at the Brisbane tournament.

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Ukrainian paratroopers repel Russian assault north of Pokrovsk

More than 20 Russian infantry troops tried to use weather conditions to move covertly toward Ukrainian positions north of Pokrovsk, but Ukrainian paratroopers detected them in time and opened fire, according to Ukraine’s 7th Corps of the Air Assault …

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Russia fires Oreshnik missile near NATO border | Ukraine This Week

Russia fires Oreshnik missile near NATO border | Ukraine This Week

In the latest episode of Ukraine This Week, the Kyiv Independent’s Anna Belokur reports on Russia’s latest missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, including the use of an Oreshnik ballistic missile near NATO borders.

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Ukraine strikes Lukoil drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea and Russian military sites

Ukraine’s Defense Forces struck three Lukoil drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea, a Buk-M3 air defense launcher in the Luhansk region, and a warehouse used by Russia’s 49th Army in the Kherson region, the General Staff’s press service said Sunday, …

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Ukraine hits Russian drilling platforms in Caspian Sea, military reports

Ukraine hits Russian drilling platforms in Caspian Sea, military reports

Separately, Ukraine also hit a Russian Buk-M3 anti-aircraft missile system in the occupied parts of Ukraine's Luhansk Oblast, according to Ukraine's General Staff.

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Russia seeks to set stage for new offensive, potentially threatening Sumy, Ukraine warns

Russia seeks to set stage for new offensive, potentially threatening Sumy, Ukraine warns

"All such attempts are promptly detected and thwarted," the 7th Corps of the Airborne Assault Forces said on its Telegram channel.

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Pro-war Russian channels say Ukraine war has lasted 1,418 days, matching the Great Patriotic War

Pro-war Russian channels are noting that the length of Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine has now matched the duration of the so-called “Great Patriotic War.” They acknowledge that years could pass before the so-called special military operation …

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Russian attacks kill 5, injure 24 in Ukraine over past day

Russian attacks kill 5, injure 24 in Ukraine over past day

Ukraine's air defense and electronic warfare systems intercepted 125 out of 154 Russian drones, while another 22 drones hit 18 locations.

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Russia deploys new Geran-5 jet-powered drone against Ukraine for the first time, intel says

Russia deploys new Geran-5 jet-powered drone against Ukraine for the first time, intel says

The UAV, which bears a resemblance to the Iranian-designed Karrar drone, utilizes the Telefly jet engine, though with a greater thrust than the Geran-3 model, according to HUR.

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Ukraine’s Anti-Corruption Bureau searches home of ex-chief of staff Andriy Yermak’s driver, seizes devices amid ongoing probe

Ukrainian law enforcement agencies conducted a search targeting the driver of former head of Ukraine’s Office of the President, Andriy Yermak, seizing phones and other electronic media, as local outlets report new details of the probe.

Investigators …

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Russia intensifies Kupyansk offensive as Ukraine reports ice-aided river crossings but no major gains

Russian forces are intensifying pressure on the eastern bank of the Oskil River in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region as they try to dislodge the country’s Defense Forces. Those efforts have not produced battlefield gains, Viktor Trehubov, head of …

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Explosions rock Voronezh as Russian air defenses repel one of the city’s largest drone attacks

A series of powerful explosions rocked the Russian city of Voronezh on January 10, with preliminary reports indicating that Russian air defenses were repelling an attack by Ukrainian drones.

Russian sources reported sustained air-defense activity, …

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NATO warns of Russian espionage targeting hotel near alliance's German HQ

On January 11, 2026, NATO issued warnings to its personnel about increased espionage activity by suspected Russian agents targeting a budget hotel near its headquarters in Germany, roughly ten minutes from the key military base. The spies are …

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Sweden to invest about 15 billion SEK in expanding territorial air defense to enhance nationwide protection, following lessons from the Ukraine war.

On January 11, 2026, the Swedish government announced a comprehensive investment initiative to strengthen territorial air defense, with a budget of approximately 15 billion Swedish kronor (SEK). This program involves the Swedish Armed Forces …

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John Healey: My mission, the UK's mission, is to stand with Ukraine in your fight today #shorts

John Healey: My mission, the UK's mission, is to stand with Ukraine in your fight today  #shorts

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John Healey: I pay tribute to the courage shown by Ukrainians, both military and civilian #shorts

John Healey: I pay tribute to the courage shown by Ukrainians, both military and civilian #shorts

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Budanov announces crackdown on AWOL and corruption at recruitment centers

A high-level meeting was held at the Presidential Office on Bankova Street with Ukraine’s military and law enforcement leadership to address issues affecting the country’s defense readiness.

On Saturday, January 10, an expanded session brought …

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When did Russia really begin its aggression against Ukraine?

When did Russia really begin its aggression against Ukraine?

That's the question most of you probably answered instinctively: in 2014, when Vladimir Putin, exploiting political instability and the change of power in Ukraine following the Revolution of Dignity, annexed the Crimean Peninsula.

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Ukraine's military confirms strike on oil depot in Russia's Volgograd Oblast

Ukraine's military confirms strike on oil depot in Russia's Volgograd Oblast

Ukrainian forces launched an overnight attack on an oil depot in Russia's Volgograd Oblast as part of efforts to reduce Moscow's offensive capabilities, Ukraine's General Staff said Jan. 10.

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Ukraine air defense shoots down Russian ballistic missile over Kharkiv for the first time

During a Russian attack, Ukraine’s air defenses destroyed a ballistic missile headed for Kharkiv, according to monitoring channels. They say this is the first such interception since the start of the full-scale invasion.

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Ukraine condemns Iran protest crackdown, urges global pressure

Ukraine condemns Iran protest crackdown, urges global pressure

Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on Jan. 10 condemned Iran's crackdown on anti-government protests and called on the international community to increase pressure on Tehran, drawing parallels between its domestic repression and its conduct on the global …

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France plans to station 6,000 troops in Ukraine after peace deal

French President Emmanuel Macron has informed parliament of a plan to station 6,000 French troops in Ukraine after a peace agreement is concluded. The briefing followed a closed-door meeting at the Élysée Palace on January 8 that brought together …

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2026 KREMLIN COLLAPSE! Ukraine intelligence scams FSB $500K sting as Trump seizes Russian tankers

2026 KREMLIN COLLAPSE! Ukraine intelligence scams FSB $500K sting as Trump seizes Russian tankers

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Ukraine holds northern Pokrovsk and controls Myrnohrad, ‘East’ grouping says

Russian forces have been trying to seize the city of Pokrovsk in Donetsk region for more than 17 months, but Ukrainian troops are holding their positions.

Ukraine’s Forces are holding the northern part of Pokrovsk in Donetsk region and control …

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Russia has lost 19 generals in the war with Ukraine

At least 19 Russian generals have been killed since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, according to open-source data and reports from Russian and Ukrainian sources, reports the Insider. Not all of the deaths have …

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Russian officers and Kadyrov’s fighters ran arms smuggling through Crimea, hacked messages suggest

Officers from the Russian Armed Forces’ 291st Guards Motor Rifle Regiment, working with the Chechen “Akhmat-Vostok” battalion, set up an arms-smuggling route through annexed Crimea, according to hacked correspondence published by the OSINT community …

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Ukraine says it hit Volgograd oil depot and high-value targets in occupied territories

Ukraine’s military struck an oil depot in Russia’s Volgograd region and a series of high-value targets in Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine overnight into Saturday, reported the General Staff.

“As part of measures to reduce the offensive capabilities …

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WATCH! US Army veteran on Ukraine war: front has become much tougher

WATCH! US Army veteran on Ukraine war: front has become much tougher

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How Putin began taking Crimea long before 2014

How Putin began taking Crimea long before 2014

Russia’s takeover of Crimea did not begin in 2014. In the first part of a new documentary, The Kyiv Independent’s War Crimes Investigation Unit looks at how Russia began moving to seize the peninsula immediately after Ukraine gained independence in …
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UK allocates $270 million for future peacekeeping force

UK allocates $270 million for future peacekeeping force

"We are surging investment into our preparations (...) ensuring that Britain’s Armed Forces are ready to deploy, and lead, the multinational force (in) Ukraine, because a secure Ukraine means a secure U.K.," U.K. Defense Secretary John Healey said. …
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US and Ukraine plan to sign $800bn deal at Davos

US and Ukraine plan to sign $800bn deal at Davos

Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump plan to finalize the deal at the World Economic Forum's flagship annual summit, held in Switzerland on January 19–23, the Telegraph reported on Jan 9.

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Russian attacks kill 2, injure 15 in Ukraine over past day

Russian attacks kill 2, injure 15 in Ukraine over past day

Ukraine's Air Force reported intercepting 94 of the 121 drones launched by Russia overnight. Russia also launched one ballistic missile from its Kursk region.

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“We can smuggle even nukes”: Russian officers from the 291st Regiment and Vostok-Akhmat establish weapons smuggling channel through Crimea

“We can smuggle even nukes”: Russian officers from the 291st Regiment and Vostok-Akhmat establish weapons smuggling channel through Crimea

The Ukrainian hacktivist group 256 Cyber Assault Division, in cooperation with InformNapalm volunteer intelligence community conducted another CYBINT operation obtaining important intelligence for the Ukrainian Defense Forces.

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Iraq to launch commission to prevent recruitment into Russian armed forces

Iraq to launch commission to prevent recruitment into Russian armed forces

Iraq is setting up a special government commission to investigate and prevent the recruitment of Iraqi youth to fight in Russia’s war against Ukraine, the "I Want to Live" project reported.

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Security Service of Ukraine destroyed $7 billion worth of Russian equipment in hours! 💥 #shorts

Security Service of Ukraine destroyed $7 billion worth of Russian equipment in hours! 💥 #shorts

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From defense to hunting: How in 2025 Ukrainian army cornered Russia strategically

From defense to hunting: How in 2025 Ukrainian army cornered Russia strategically

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Czech Republic and Ukraine agree to extend the ammunition initiative

The Czech Republic plans to extend the “ammunition initiative” launched under the previous government of Petr Fiala, enabling Ukraine to receive artillery shells and other munitions, Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka said at a briefing with his …

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Fedorov and Shmyhal submit resignations, letters delivered to the Verkhovna Rada

Resignation letters from Digital Transformation Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal have been submitted to Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada, parliament speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk said.

Meanwhile, lawmaker Oleksii Honcharenko says the …

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Dozens of plants in Russia’s armored-vehicle conglomerate are not under sanctions, Ukraine’s intelligence says

Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (GUR) says more than half of the companies of Russia’s Uralvagonzavod, part of the state-owned conglomerate Rostec, are not under international sanctions.

Ukraine’s intelligence service disclosed new details about …

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Ukrainian Security Service shows debris from Oreshnik missile after strike on Ukraine 💥

Ukrainian Security Service shows debris from Oreshnik missile after strike on Ukraine 💥

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Ukrainian forces eliminate Russian troops hiding in farm septic pits near Myrnohrad

Near Myrnohrad, Ukrainian service members discovered Russian troops hiding in a shelter on the grounds of a farm. Soldiers from the 79th Air Assault Brigade located and eliminated the group, the press service of the 7th Corps of the Air Assault …

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A wave of important guarantees for Ukraine: what Stammer and Macron signed ✍️🌍 #shorts

A wave of important guarantees for Ukraine: what Stammer and Macron signed ✍️🌍 #shorts

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Ukraine moves part of drone and missile production to Poland, Polish Foreign Minister Sikorski says

Ukraine has relocated part of its drone and missile manufacturing to Poland, Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said in an interview with TVP World.

“We have contributed to the purchase of American weapons for Ukraine. We’re now, I’m losing …

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Ukraine receives 26 Swedish Archer howitzers capable of firing up to 50 km

As of early January 2026, Sweden has delivered 26 Archer 155mm wheeled self-propelled howitzers to Ukraine as part of its military aid, said Sweden’s embassy in Ukraine on Facebook.

According to the embassy, Ukrainian forces are actively deploying …

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West prepares troops for Ukraine! What happens if peacekeepers fire on Putin's army

West prepares troops for Ukraine! What happens if peacekeepers fire on Putin's army

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Video appears to show Russian soldiers sending African mercenary into battle with a mine strapped to his chest

A video posted online appears to show Russian soldiers abusing an African mercenary. According to the Telegram channel Exilenova+, the man was sent on a combat mission with a TM-62 anti-tank mine tied to his chest.

The outlet says the mercenary, …

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Russia warns Western forces in Ukraine would be legitimate targets

Moscow has sharply condemned a declaration on security guarantees for Ukraine by a so-called “coalition of the willing,” arguing the document has nothing to do with a peaceful settlement. Any Western military presence on Ukrainian territory would be …

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Key Ukrainian lithium project awarded to investment group tied to Trump, NYT reports

Key Ukrainian lithium project awarded to investment group tied to Trump, NYT reports

Kyiv has awarded a tender to a group of investors to mine one of its most promising lithium deposits following a tender for a production sharing agreement launched in the summer, the New York Times reported on Jan. 8, citing two anonymous Ukrainian …
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❗️Russia hit Ukraine with an Oreshnik ballistic missile: Air Force confirmation #shorts

❗️Russia hit Ukraine with an Oreshnik ballistic missile: Air Force confirmation #shorts

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Ukraine strikes fuel train in Crimea and Russian unit in Donbas, General Staff says

Ukraine’s Defense Forces struck a fuel train used by Russian occupation forces in Crimea, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU).

The AFU said late on January 8 that it hit a key Russian logistics facility in occupied …

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2 Ukrainian ministers resign, await reappointment

2 Ukrainian ministers resign, await reappointment

Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal and Deputy Prime Minister and Digital Transformation Minister Mykhailo Fedorov submitted their resignations to the Ukrainian parliament on Jan. 9 amid an ongoing political reshuffle.

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“Putin attacks... but we will stand stronger with Ukraine!” British Defense Minister in Kyiv #shorts

“Putin attacks... but we will stand stronger with Ukraine!” British Defense Minister in Kyiv #shorts

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Ukrainian strike leaves hundreds of thousands without power and heat in Russia’s Belgorod region

An overnight air attack on Russia’s Belgorod region knocked out electricity for 556,000 people, with roughly the same number losing heating. Nearly 200,000 residents were left without water and sewage services, local authorities said.

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Russia strikes Ukraine with Oreshnik missile, first such attack on Lviv

Russia’s armed forces carried out a “massive strike” on Ukraine that included the use of the road-mobile, medium-range missile system “Oreshnik.” The announcement was made Friday, January 9, on the Russian Defense Ministry’s Telegram channel. The …

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Unknown drones strike sanctioned Russian tanker Elbus off Turkey’s coast

The Russian oil tanker Elbus (formerly Euroleader, IMO 9290385), sailing under the flag of Palau from Singapore to the port of Novorossiysk, was damaged in a drone attack while transiting, the Turkish news outlet Ortadogugazetesi reported. The vessel …

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NEWSFLASH: Kyiv residents urged to evacuate after Russian attacks

NEWSFLASH: Kyiv residents urged to evacuate after Russian attacks

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Ukraine war latest live: Nearly 6,000 apartment buildings in Kyiv without heat following massive Russian strike

Ukraine war latest live: Nearly 6,000 apartment buildings in Kyiv without heat following massive Russian strike

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 5 times today. Around 6,000 multi-apartment buildings are currently without heating after a mass Russian missile and drone strike severely damaged the …
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What the data says about Ukraine’s mobilization crisis

What the data says about Ukraine’s mobilization crisis

Critics like to chastise Ukraine for its heavy-handed mobilization tactics; more friendly observers view it as an area of strategic vulnerability. So, where does it stand now?

The sometimes heavy-handed process of bundling unwilling men into vans is …

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Trump's Ukraine defense commitment hinges on belief Russia won't invade again

Trump's Ukraine defense commitment hinges on belief Russia won't invade again

"I feel strongly they (Russia) wouldn't re-invade, or I wouldn't agree to it," Trump told the New York Times when asked about Washington's potential involvement in safeguarding Ukraine against future Russian aggression.

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BREAKING: Oreshnik IRBM missile used in strike on Ukraine's Lviv, Russia says

BREAKING: Oreshnik IRBM missile used in strike on Ukraine's Lviv, Russia says

The Oreshnik is a Russian intermediate-range ballistic missile designed to carry nuclear weapons.

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1 killed, 4 injured as Russia targets Kyiv, Lviv in mass attack across Ukraine

1 killed, 4 injured as Russia targets Kyiv, Lviv in mass attack across Ukraine

Russia launched a mass missile and drone attack across Ukraine overnight on Jan. 8-9, striking Kyiv and Lviv. One person was killed and four people were injured in Kyiv, while critical infrastructure was targeted in Lviv.

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US, Russian envoys meet in Paris as Zelensky seeks meeting with Trump

US, Russian envoys meet in Paris as Zelensky seeks meeting with Trump

Witkoff and Kushner met Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev in Paris to discuss a U.S. peace plan for Ukraine. Meanwhile, Zelensky is seeking a meeting with Trump to press for U.S.-backed security guarantees.

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7th Special Purpose Brigade Reorganized as Unmanned Systems Center

The 7th Special Purpose Brigade of Ukraine’s State Transport Special Service, first discovered and reported by MilitaryLand in October 2024, has been reorganized as the 7th Center of Unmanned Systems….

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Ex-German ambassador appointed as Ukraine's new business watchdog

Ex-German ambassador appointed as Ukraine's new business watchdog

Anka Feldhusen, the German ambassador from 2019-2023, replaces Canadian Roman Washchuk, who led the Business Ombudsman Council from December 2021-2025.

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Germany urges Kyiv to curb young men’s migration to the EU

Berlin expects Kyiv to change its laws so the flow of young male migrants from Ukraine into the European Union is sharply reduced, said Greman Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt s in an interview with DW.

“We have made it clear to Ukraine that we …

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‘End of NATO’ — Trump’s Greenland ambitions put Ukraine in a diplomatic bind

‘End of NATO’ — Trump’s Greenland ambitions put Ukraine in a diplomatic bind

The European-U.S. alliance, already buckling under the Trump administration's aggressive foreign policy, faces its most daunting challenge yet — Greenland.

U.S. President Donald Trump recently reiterated his dubious claim on Denmark's autonomous …

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Zelensky's new inner circle: The power shift behind Ukraine's latest reset

Zelensky's new inner circle: The power shift behind Ukraine's latest reset

The new round of peace negotiations felt different. Not because of the substance of the talks, rather due to the people leading them.

In early January, President Volodymyr Zelensky conducted a major reshuffle of Ukraine's leadership, signaling a new …

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Art of the (peace) deal: Ukraine teases $800 billion economic peace plan to keep Trump on side

Art of the (peace) deal: Ukraine teases $800 billion economic peace plan to keep Trump on side

Behind closed doors, Ukraine and its allies are discussing the war-torn country’s economic recovery alongside a potential peace deal.

At the heart of these conversations is the new so-called Economic Prosperity Plan — a package "for economic recovery, …

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Lithuania on the frontline: How a small EU country is preparing for a possible war

Lithuania, a NATO and EU member bordering Russia’s Kaliningrad exclave and Belarus, perceives a rising military threat from Russia over the next 3-5 years, informed by Russia’s military buildup and use of force in Ukraine. Lithuanian …

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Empire crumbling? Putin's allies "falling," West unites around Ukraine

Empire crumbling? Putin's allies "falling," West unites around Ukraine

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Ukrainian military holds defensive lines around Pokrovsk as Russia steps up assaults

Russian forces have sought since 2024 to encircle and seize Pokrovsk in Ukraine’s Donetsk region, but Kyiv says its troops are holding their positions.

Ukraine’s Defense Forces are maintaining their lines in the northern part of Pokrovsk, the …

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Ukraine denies Russian capture of Andriivka village, Sumy Oblast despite DeepState monitoring report

Ukraine denies Russian capture of Andriivka village, Sumy Oblast despite DeepState monitoring report

The DeepState monitoring group reported on the evening of Jan. 7 that Andriivka was back under Russian control.

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Chonhar bridge damaged after alleged downing of Ukrainian drone, Russian-installed official says

Russian forces, while repelling an attack by two Ukrainian drones, allegedly “disoriented” them using electronic warfare, causing one to damage the road bridge at Chonhar.

The claim came from Vladimir Saldo, the Russian-installed head of the occupied …

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URGENT: 2025 became turning point in war – Russia exhausted, Ukraine strikes deep. What Next?

URGENT: 2025 became turning point in war – Russia exhausted, Ukraine strikes deep. What Next?

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How deaf people live through blackouts

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Ukraine confirms strikes on Belgorod oil depot and Donetsk logistics hub

Ukraine’s military says it struck an oil depot in Russia’s Belgorod region, where a large fire broke out, as well as a logistics warehouse in Donetsk region.

The Ukrainian Defense Forces continue to systematically degrade the offensive capabilities …

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Ukraine-US security guarantee draft agreement ready for Trump's approval, Zelensky says

Ukraine-US security guarantee draft agreement ready for Trump's approval, Zelensky says

"We understand that the American side will engage with Russia, and we expect feedback on whether the aggressor is genuinely willing to end the war," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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Ukraine's embattled hydropower firm gets 75 million euro boost for repairs

Ukraine's embattled hydropower firm gets 75 million euro boost for repairs

The loan will help state-owned Ukrhydroenergo purchase stockpiles of critical supplies, replacements for equipment damaged by Russian attacks, as well as to refurbish and modernize old equipment.

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Ukraine war latest: Oil tanker en route to Russia hit by drone in Black Sea

Ukraine war latest: Oil tanker en route to Russia hit by drone in Black Sea

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 7 times today. An oil tanker en-route to the Russian port of Novorossiysk was struck by a drone on Jan.8, Reuters reported citing a notice by Lloyd's List …

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Putin celebrates Christmas at secret Senezh base alongside GRU special forces command

GRU special forces unit. Despite a tradition of naming the site of the Christmas service, the Kremlin withheld specifics this time.

The outlet Agentsvo.Novosti reported the details on X after analyzing official footage and statements by Russian …

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Ukraine’s Mobilization Crisis: challenges, needs, and implications for 2026 — Next KI Insights Monthly Briefing

Ukraine’s Mobilization Crisis: challenges, needs, and implications for 2026 — Next KI Insights Monthly Briefing

As Ukraine enters 2026, mobilization has emerged as one of the most decisive challenges shaping the country’s military resilience, political stability, and negotiating position. Where is the mobilization system under the greatest strain, how will …

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'US acted on Maduro, why not Kadyrov?' — Zelensky quips that additional pressure will make Putin 'think twice'

'US acted on Maduro, why not Kadyrov?' — Zelensky quips that additional pressure will make Putin 'think twice'

President Volodymyr Zelensky urged additional pressure from the United States on Jan. 7 to help achieve a peace deal in Ukraine in the coming months, jokingly evoking calls for Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov to suffer the same fate as captured …
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Zelensky says negotiations reach ‘new milestone,’ suggests war could end in first half of 2026

Zelensky says negotiations reach ‘new milestone,’ suggests war could end in first half of 2026

President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Jan. 7 that he believes Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine could be brought to an end in the first half of 2026.

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NATO TROOPS IN UKRAINE?: After signing the peace agreement #shorts

NATO TROOPS IN UKRAINE?: After signing the peace agreement #shorts

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Ukraine's controversial chief prosecutor keeps his job despite government reshuffle

Ukraine's controversial chief prosecutor keeps his job despite government reshuffle

Amid a major government reshuffle that saw ministers trade portfolios and several senior security officials change posts in recent days, one notable absence stood out.

Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko, long criticized as ineffective and …

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Ukraine says air defenses now receive 1,500 interceptor drones daily

Ukraine’s Defense Ministry says deliveries of interceptor drones to the country’s air-defense units have nearly doubled, reaching 1,500 per day. But that pace may still fall short of the volumes needed to counter the largest Russian drone barrages …

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Turning point in Paris! West prepares to take Ukraine's security under control

Turning point in Paris! West prepares to take Ukraine's security under control

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3 glaring issues with the UK-France peacekeeper troops plan for Ukraine

3 glaring issues with the UK-France peacekeeper troops plan for Ukraine

In a grandly-staged, and much publicized meeting on Jan. 6, Ukraine and its Western allies celebrated a deal that would pave the way for French and British peacekeeping troops to deploy in Ukraine — once the war is over, of course.

French President …

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RUSSIA DECEIVES THE WORLD: Ukrainian army controls the situation on the front line #shorts

RUSSIA DECEIVES THE WORLD: Ukrainian army controls the situation on the front line  #shorts

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"Sanctions on Russia, Ukraine aid, defense boost – all work for peace", – Zelenskyy #shorts

"Sanctions on Russia, Ukraine aid, defense boost – all work for peace", – Zelenskyy  #shorts

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US, Ukraine launch online portal for potential investment projects under minerals deal

US, Ukraine launch online portal for potential investment projects under minerals deal

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) on Jan. 7 launched an online portal for applicants to submit projects to a U.S.-Ukraine reconstruction fund, saying the first investments could be made in the months ahead.

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"UKRAINE DESERVES equal part of our common European home", – Zelenskyy #shorts

"UKRAINE DESERVES equal part of our common European home", – Zelenskyy #shorts

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Ukrainian negotiators meet Witkoff, Kushner to discuss potential leaders' meeting

Ukrainian negotiators meet Witkoff, Kushner to discuss potential leaders' meeting

Rustem Umerov said the talks centered on the peace framework and "further contacts at the leaders' level involving Ukraine, European partners, and the United States."

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DRONE ATTACK: Russia destroys American investments in Ukraine! #shorts

DRONE ATTACK: Russia destroys American investments in Ukraine! #shorts

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URGENT! Zelenskyy in Cyprus: EU presidency begins! What's next for Ukraine in 2026?

URGENT! Zelenskyy in Cyprus: EU presidency begins! What's next for Ukraine in 2026?

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Russia expands internet blackouts under pretense of drone threats, but real goal appears to be information control

Russia expands internet blackouts under pretense of drone threats, but real goal appears to be information control

Authorities in Russia's Kamchatka Krai announced on Jan. 7 that they had restricted mobile internet access, citing the threat of Ukrainian drone attacks — despite the region being located over 9,000 kilometers from Ukraine's border.

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'Everyone's in shock' — Ground Forces reorganization leaves International Legion soldiers in limbo

'Everyone's in shock' — Ground Forces reorganization leaves International Legion soldiers in limbo

Foreign fighters in Ukraine's International Legion say they have been left in limbo and face growing uncertainty due to an overhaul of how the unit is structured, which they have described as its effective destruction.

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EUROPE ACTS: partner countries strengthen Ukraine's security #shorts

EUROPE ACTS: partner countries strengthen Ukraine's security #shorts

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Witkoff reveals cards: defense mechanisms & economic deal for Ukraine at final stage

Witkoff reveals cards: defense mechanisms & economic deal for Ukraine at final stage

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Russia sends children from occupied Ukraine to North Korean camp for ‘re-education,’ investigation finds

In 2024–2025, Russia transported at least two children from temporarily occupied parts of Ukraine to North Korea’s Songdowon International Children’s Camp under the guise of “cultural exchange” and “health retreats.” The claim was made on December 3, …

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76% of civil society organizations in Ukraine continue working despite resource shortages, new study finds

76% of civil society organizations in Ukraine continue working despite resource shortages, new study finds

As Russia’s missile and drone attacks continue to hit Ukrainian cities and towns, the burden of keeping services running and helping communities recover has increasingly fallen on civil society organizations alongside the state and local authorities. …

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Polish man who denied Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was likely killed in Russian pretrial detention, reports say

A pro-Russian Polish citizen, Krzysztof Galos, who did not believe Russia had launched a war against Ukraine, was likely killed by Russian security forces, according to media reports.

The Russian human rights group Memorial published an account about …

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Ukraine war latest live: Putin spent Orthodox Christmas at military base church, independent Russian media says

Ukraine war latest live: Putin spent Orthodox Christmas at military base church, independent Russian media says

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 4 times today. Russian President Vladimir Putin appears to have marked Orthodox Christmas at a church in a military base, the Russian independent …

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Lithuanian border guards are picking up migrants who have moved on from Latvia

In 2025, Lithuania’s State Border Guard Service (VSAT) detained 1,288 migrants who had initially entered Latvia from Belarus and subsequently attempted to reach Western Europe via Lithuania and Poland, compared to 540 detentions in 2024. Most …

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Macron seeks to talk to Putin 'in the coming weeks' amid revived Ukraine peace efforts

Macron seeks to talk to Putin 'in the coming weeks' amid revived Ukraine peace efforts

The French president nevertheless stressed that "in the short term, we must continue to support Ukraine in its defense efforts."

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Line producer for the War Crimes Investigations Unit at the Kyiv Independent

Line producer for the War Crimes Investigations Unit at the Kyiv Independent

The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine's main English-language publication, is looking for a Line producer for the War Crimes Investigations Unit.

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Six windows on Ukraine: Creation.

"These films are not about events. They are about structures that allow violence to happen."

For our fifth season, Ukrainian Spaces returns to where it began: revisiting six Ukrainians from the 2022 inaugural season to see how hope, resistance, and …

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Lithuania to review Russian oppositionist's residency after criticism of Ukrainian officials, anti-Kremlin commander

Lithuania to review Russian oppositionist's residency after criticism of Ukrainian officials, anti-Kremlin commander

In a private message sent late December, Leonid Volkov welcomed the news of the apparent death of Denis Kapustin, the commander of the Russian Volunteer Corps, a right-wing militia made up of ethnic Russians fighting on Ukraine's side. It was later …
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Chart of the week: Lending boom suggests war is new normal for Ukrainians

Chart of the week: Lending boom suggests war is new normal for Ukrainians

Ukrainians continued a borrowing spree in 2025, suggesting that households and companies are settling into a new normal as the country approaches the fifth year of Russia's full-scale invasion.

While new loans plummeted in the first few years of the …

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Russia offered to 'swap' Venezuela for Ukraine in 2019, Trump adviser testimony claims

Russia offered to 'swap' Venezuela for Ukraine in 2019, Trump adviser testimony claims

Former Trump adviser Fiona Hill's congressional testimony resurfaced after the U.S. attack on Venezuela. Hill claimed Moscow sent signals proposing a "very strange swap arrangement between Venezuela and Ukraine" based on the Monroe Doctrine.

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Russian oil depot in Belgorod Oblast on fire after Ukrainian drone attack, official claims

Russian oil depot in Belgorod Oblast on fire after Ukrainian drone attack, official claims

A fire broke out at the Stary Oskol oil depot in Russia's Belgorod Oblast after it was hit by Ukrainian drones, Governor Vyacheslov Gladkov said. "As a result of the detonation, several tanks caught fire on the site," he claimed.

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Russia’s Military Procurement Is a Warning for Europe

As Russia continues its invasion of Ukraine, it is increasingly using drones, manned aircraft, and warships to test European defenses. These are not isolated reconnaissance operations but attempts to normalize intrusion. Behind this operational push …

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US to help enforce Ukraine cease-fire and lead monitoring under draft security guarantees

The United States is prepared to play a key role in a security guarantees framework for Ukraine once the active phase of the war ends, according to a draft document from the so-called “coalition of the willing” published by Suspilne.

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Czech-led ammunition initiative for Ukraine will continue, Babis says

Czech-led ammunition initiative for Ukraine will continue, Babis says

"I have decided, even after consulting with coalition partners, that we will not disrupt the ammunition initiative. The project will continue, and the Czech Republic will be in the role of coordinator," Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis said on Jan. …
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We are grateful to the US for their support so that Russia cannot attack Ukraine again, – Zelenskyy

We are grateful to the US for their support so that Russia cannot attack Ukraine again, – Zelenskyy

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RUSSIA AGAINST THE US – attacks on American businesses in Ukraine #shorts

RUSSIA AGAINST THE US – attacks on American businesses in Ukraine #shorts

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RECORD 2,500 KM! 🔥 Ukrainian Armed Forces drones reached Bashkortostan: oil depots on fire!

RECORD 2,500 KM! 🔥 Ukrainian Armed Forces drones reached Bashkortostan: oil depots on fire!

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Czechia's top diplomat to visit Ukraine as countries 'turn the page' on parliament chairman's controversial remarks

Czechia's top diplomat to visit Ukraine as countries 'turn the page' on parliament chairman's controversial remarks

Petr Macinka, Czechia's new foreign minister, said he would visit Ukraine in the near future, local media reported on Jan. 6.

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Zelensky, UK, France sign declaration on multinational force in Ukraine post-war

Zelensky, UK, France sign declaration on multinational force in Ukraine post-war

The Paris summit saw the partners agree on "robust" and "legally binding guarantees" to ensure Ukraine's post-war security.

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Ukraine's Mirage 2000 jets reportedly armed with French MICA air-to-air missiles

Ukraine’s Mirage 2000 fighters have begun engaging aerial targets with French-made MICA precision missiles, reports Militarnyi, citing the Volyn SOS charity.

Volyn SOS posted a photo online of a Ukrainian Mirage 2000 fitted with what Militarnyi says …

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The mirage of a European 'reassurance force' in Ukraine

The mirage of a European 'reassurance force' in Ukraine

As President Volodymyr Zelensky landed in Paris for the Coalition of the Willing talks, a key topic on the agenda is the "European-led multinational force Ukraine."

A draft statement by the Coalition — yet to be approved by the leaders on Jan. 6 — …

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Our readers' questions about the war, answered. Vol. 10

Our readers' questions about the war, answered. Vol. 10

Editor's note: We asked members of the Kyiv Independent community to share the questions they have about the war. Here's what they asked and how we answered.

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Ukrainian drones strike ammunition depot in Russia’s Kostroma region, prompting partial evacuation

Drones struck the 100th arsenal of the Main Missile and Artillery Directorate (GRAU) of Russia’s Defense Ministry overnight in the town of Neya in the Kostroma region, triggering explosions and a partial evacuation in nearby areas, according to …

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Fire breaks out at a fuel depot in Lipetsk as mass drone attacks hit Russia, four injured

A fuel depot in the Lipetsk region caught fire overnight on January 6 following a strike by Ukrainian attack drones.

According to the outlet Astra and the Ukrainian monitoring channel Exilenova+, the Usman fuel depot in the village of Streletskie …

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Ukraine’s cold water warriors

Ukraine’s cold water warriors

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Ukraine's drone strikes on Moscow become nearly daily as intensity rises

Ukraine has significantly stepped up drone strikes on Moscow, which by late December had effectively become daily, reports the news outlet Agentstvo.Novosti, citing Russia’s Defense Ministry and statements by Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin.

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Analysis: Ukraine's manpower, and what Kyiv does with it, will define the war in 2026

Analysis: Ukraine's manpower, and what Kyiv does with it, will define the war in 2026

In a dimly-lit wooden bunker, a tall, formidably-built Ukrainian officer is filmed from behind, wishing his men good fortune one by one with firm handshakes before a mission.

The soldiers in question — a few dozen mobilized Ukrainian men mostly in …

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Ukraine war latest live: Russia is arming Shahed-type drones with MANPADS heat-seeking missiles

Ukraine war latest live: Russia is arming Shahed-type drones with MANPADS heat-seeking missiles

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 4 times today. A Russian Shahed-type drone reportedly downed in Chernihiv Oblast was armed with a MANPADS heat-seeking missile, media reported on Jan. 5. …
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(LIVE) Zelensky meets Macron in Paris as leaders gather for Coalition of the Willing summit

(LIVE) Zelensky meets Macron in Paris as leaders gather for Coalition of the Willing summit

"These talks are meant to deliver more protection and strength for Ukraine," Zelensky said on X. "We are counting on our partners' support and on steps that can guarantee real security for our people."

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71st Jaeger Brigade Redesignated as Airmobile Formation

The 71st Jaeger Brigade, 8th Air Assault Corps, Air Assault Forces of Ukraine, has completed its transformation into the 71st Airmobile Brigade, according to an official statement released by the…

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Ukrainian drones strike oil facilities in several Russian regions and residential building in Tver, officials say

Ukrainian drones strike oil facilities in several Russian regions and residential building in Tver, officials say

Ukrainian drones carried out overnight attacks on several Russian regions on Jan. 6, with explosions and fires reported in multiple locations, according to Russian Telegram channels.

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Massive Ukrainian drone attack hits Russia, with explosions reported in Penza, Bashkortostan, and Tver

Overnight on January 6, several regions of Russia issued air-raid alerts over a drone threat. Social media reports said an oil depot and a plant were hit in the Lipetsk and Penza regions.

Explosions were also heard in the Republic of Bashkortostan, …

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Ukraine says it killed dozens of Russian troops who tried to advance through Soyuz gas pipeline near Kupyansk

Ukrainian forces say they killed dozens of Russian troops who attempted to use the Soyuz gas pipeline to advance in Ukraine’s northeastern Kharkiv region. The report came from the 7th Corps of the Air Assault Forces on Monday, January 5.

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Ukrainian forces foil Russian attempts to cross the Siverskyi Donets river near Dronivka

Russian forces are using small-group tactics to infiltrate the village of Dronivka in the Siversk urban community of Bakhmut district, Donetsk region. They are also trying to bypass Ukrainian positions using the Siversk–Zakytne road, the 81st …

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Australia pledges air defense support to Ukraine after Zelensky-Albanese call

Australia has pledged to help bolster Ukraine’s air defenses, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said after a phone call with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

“The Prime Minister promised to help, and I am very grateful for that. Air …

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US plans interception of Russian-flagged tanker linked to Venezuelan oil trade, CBS News reports

US plans interception of Russian-flagged tanker linked to Venezuelan oil trade, CBS News reports

Reports of the planned interception come amid increasingly tense relations between Washington and Moscow, as the U.S. continues to broker a peace deal in Ukraine.

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Revealing the Commander of Ukraine’s 14th Army Corps

For months, Ukraine’s 14th Army Corps has operated without a publicly known leader—an unusual void in a military that regularly announces command appointments. While names like Colonel Ruslan Tkachuk of…

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Zelensky says Russia lost 90,000 troops over 3 months as Fedorov readies Defense Ministry overhaul

Zelensky says Russia lost 90,000 troops over 3 months as Fedorov readies Defense Ministry overhaul

The Ukrainian army has eliminated more than 90,000 Russian troops over the past three months, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Jan. 5 after meeting with Digital Transformation Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who is expected to lead the Defense …
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❗️Russia prolongs war and maximizes Ukraine damage – strategy unchanged, — Zelenskyy #shorts

❗️Russia prolongs war and maximizes Ukraine damage – strategy unchanged, — Zelenskyy #shorts

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Ukrainian strike on Tuapse – Russia is on fire! #shorts

Ukrainian strike on Tuapse – Russia is on fire! #shorts

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Year starts with FIRES: Ukrainian drones devastate Russia's rear, FSB pays for fake

Year starts with FIRES: Ukrainian drones devastate Russia's rear, FSB pays for fake

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Witkoff, Kushner to join Paris summit on Ukraine security guarantees, source says

Witkoff, Kushner to join Paris summit on Ukraine security guarantees, source says

The Jan. 6 leaders' meeting will focus on long-term security arrangements for Ukraine.

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ATTACK FOILED: Ukrainian Army destroys Russians near Kupiansk #shorts

ATTACK FOILED: Ukrainian Army destroys Russians near Kupiansk #shorts

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India orders weekly reporting of Russian and U.S. crude purchases amid sanctions pressure

Amid sanctions pressure and talks with Washington, India is tightening oversight of Russian oil imports, introducing an unprecedented reporting requirement for refiners. Reuters, citing sources, reported that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government …

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31 scientists are behind bars in Russia, seven detained in 2025

At least seven Russian scientists lost their freedom in 2025 — either arrested during investigations or taken into custody after sentencing. According to T-Invariant, at least 31 scientists are currently in detention in Russia on criminal charges. In …

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Russian attempt to storm Kupiansk using gas pipeline 'thwarted,' 40 soldiers 'eliminated,' Ukraine's 7th Corps says

Russian attempt to storm Kupiansk using gas pipeline 'thwarted,' 40 soldiers 'eliminated,' Ukraine's 7th Corps says

Russian troops are attempting to close in on Kupiansk from the north and east, aiming to solidify their presence on the western side of the Oskil River.

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Ukraine war latest live: Russian troops attempting to expand combat zone in Sumy, Kharkiv oblasts, Border Guard Service says

Ukraine war latest live: Russian troops attempting to expand combat zone in Sumy, Kharkiv oblasts, Border Guard Service says

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 4 times today. Russian troops are trying to expand the combat zone near the state border area in Sumy and Kharkiv oblasts, Border Guard Service …

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Head of SBU Resigns Amid Pressure from Zelenskyy

Vasyl Malyuk, head of Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU), has submitted his resignation at President Volodymyr Zelensky’s request, according to an announcement by parliamentarian Oleksiy Honcharenko on Telegram. The resignation caps…

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Zelensky appoints former Canadian deputy PM as economic advisor

Zelensky appoints former Canadian deputy PM as economic advisor

The move comes as Zelensky lays the groundwork for either a peace deal and Ukraine's post-war reconstruction, or the continuation of the war, with recent appointments aimed at preparing the country for both.

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BREAKING: Ukraine's Security Service chief resigns under Zelensky pressure, to focus on operations against Russia

BREAKING: Ukraine's Security Service chief resigns under Zelensky pressure, to focus on operations against Russia

"Together, we discussed candidates for the new head of the SBU," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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'We don't believe that happened' — Trump dismisses Putin’s claim of Ukrainian attack on his residence

'We don't believe that happened' — Trump dismisses Putin’s claim of Ukrainian attack on his residence

Russia had publicly accused Ukraine of launching 91 drones toward a residence used by Putin — a claim Putin personally conveyed to Trump during the phone call.

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Truck carrying Russian troops blown up in Krasnodar Krai, Ukraine's intelligence says

An explosion rocked the city of Korenovsk in Russia’s Krasnodar Krai near the base of the 47th Missile Brigade of the 8th Army in the Southern Military District, Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (GUR) said.

The blast occurred on December 26 at the …

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German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul urged Europe on January 5, 2026, to develop its own military capabilities to counter Russian hybrid attacks, emphasizing cooperation with Lithuania and NATO.

On January 5, 2026, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called on Europe to develop its own defense capabilities to counter the threat of Russian hybrid attacks. Speaking ahead of his visit to Vilnius, Lithuania, Wadephul emphasized strong …

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Russian missile parts factory in flames after Ukrainian drone attack, media report

Russian missile parts factory in flames after Ukrainian drone attack, media report

The Energia factory in Lipetsk Oblast produces components for Russian missiles and drones, including batteries for the Iskander ballistic missile system and cruise missiles.

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Ukraine prepared to continue fighting if diplomacy with Russia fails, Zelensky says

Ukraine prepared to continue fighting if diplomacy with Russia fails, Zelensky says

Kyiv is ready for "both options," Zelensky said: the diplomatic track, or ongoing active defense against Russia. "Ukraine will never surrender," he said.

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Russian forces push to Kostiantynivka’s outskirts, with new gains reported near Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad

On January 2, Russian troops took control of the village of Oleksandro-Shultyne and advanced toward Kostiantynivka in Ukraine’s Donetsk region. Roughly 12 square kilometers in this sector came under Russian control over the past day.

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Ukraine war latest: Ukraine denies Russia's claim of capturing town near Pokrovsk, maintains 'control over key positions'

Ukraine war latest: Ukraine denies Russia's claim of capturing town near Pokrovsk, maintains 'control over key positions'

Key developments on Jan. 3-4:

  • Ukraine denies Russia's claim of capturing town near Pokrovsk, maintains 'control over key positions'
  • Ukraine slaps sanctions on companies supplying Russia's military industry
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Ukraine denies Russia’s claims of capturing multiple towns, says it holds Rodynske

Ukraine’s Defense Forces say they control Rodynske and that Russian troops have not taken Pokrovsk, Myrnohrad or Hulyaipole, with heavy fighting ongoing, Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at Ukraine’s National …

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Ukrainian Intelligence says Gen. Oleg Makarevich leads Russia’s military contingent in Venezuela

Amid rising security tensions in Venezuela, Ukrainian journalist and serviceman Andriy Tsaplienko drew attention to the role of Russia’s military presence there and the fate of its commander, Gen. Oleg Makarevich. Kyiv accuses Makarevich of war …

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Bild: U.S. operation in Venezuela is a humiliation for Russia and a challenge to China

The U.S. military operation in Venezuela has revealed a new reality: Washington no longer feels the need to consult allies and is ready to redraw spheres of influence by force.

The operation’s significance extends far beyond Latin America. Washington …

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Ukraine denies Russia's claim of capturing town near Pokrovsk, maintains 'control over key positions'

Ukraine denies Russia's claim of capturing town near Pokrovsk, maintains 'control over key positions'

"Control over key positions is maintained. The enemy is suffering significant losses in manpower and equipment," Ukraine's Air Assault Forces said.

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Zelensky announces sweeping government and security reset, says no plan to replace commander-in-chief Syrskyi

Ukrainian President Zelensky announced a sweeping reset of the government and the security sector, saying he will personally oversee “rotations of all leaders.” He added that a change in the post of Commander-in-Chief is not planned at this time.

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Inside the prison Trump’s ICE sent Venezuelans to

Inside the prison Trump’s ICE sent Venezuelans to

Editor’s Note:

You may have noticed that 60 Minutes recently held up a report on this El Salvadorian prison, CECOT.

We decided to double down on our independent journalism and push out this story so you could get a sense of the conditions there. …

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Ukraine slaps sanctions on companies supplying Russia's military industry

Ukraine slaps sanctions on companies supplying Russia's military industry

The new measures target 95 individuals and 70 entities, including manufacturers of communications, electronic warfare, and microelectronics for Russia's military-industrial complex and security agencies.

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Global sport reopens doors to Russia | Ukraine This Week

Global sport reopens doors to Russia | Ukraine This Week

In the first episode of Ukraine This Week in 2026, the Kyiv Independent’s Anna Belokur examines how international sports federations are gradually rolling back bans on Russian and Belarusian athletes as the Olympic year begins.

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Ukrainian drones target Moscow, trigger airport closures, Russia says

Ukrainian drones target Moscow, trigger airport closures, Russia says

Russian air defense systems shot down 132 Ukrainian drones overnight on Jan. 3-4, including 11 intercepted over Moscow Oblast, the Russian Defense Ministry has claimed.

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Russian attacks kill 4, injure 5 in Ukraine over past day

Russian attacks kill 4, injure 5 in Ukraine over past day

Ukrainian forces downed 39 out of the 52 drones, including Shahed-type attack drones, launched by Russia overnight, the Air Force reported. Thirteen drones struck nine different locations, according to the statement.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,211,530 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,211,530 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 900 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day, the General Staff said.

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Erik Selimov

Erik Selimov

Erik Selimov

Brigade Commander - Colonel

Unit: 136th Separate Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade58th Guards Combined Arms ArmySouthern Military District, Russian Ministry of Defense (MOD)

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Zelensky not considering replacing Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi amid government reshuffle

Zelensky not considering replacing Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi amid government reshuffle

Zelensky told reporters that his government "reboot" applies to various institutions, including Ukraine's Armed Forces, but added that "replacing the commander-in-chief is not envisaged at this time."

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After a Generation of Peace, Europe Tells Its People to Prepare for War

Following years of relative peace, European security officials and leaders are increasingly warning their populations to prepare for the possibility of war due to escalating tensions with Russia. The escalation comes against the backdrop of Ukraine …

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Peace deal must include British, French military presence in Ukraine, Zelensky says

Peace deal must include British, French military presence in Ukraine, Zelensky says

Any future security guarantees for Ukraine must include the physical presence of foreign troops on Ukrainian territory, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Jan. 3, stressing that forces from France and the U.K. are essential for peace.

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❗️ Looting legalized by Russia: Ukrainians are being deprived of their homes! #shorts

❗️ Looting legalized by Russia: Ukrainians are being deprived of their homes! #shorts

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Ukraine says Russia preparing January offensive in Sumy, Luhansk and Kharkiv regions

In several sectors, the intensity of fighting has decreased, but troop rotations, infiltration attempts and force build-ups indicate Russians are preparing for further offensive operations.

In the Sumy, Luhansk and Kharkiv regions, attacks are less …

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Zelensky names First Deputy Foreign Minister Kyslytsya as new Presidential Office deputy head

Zelensky names First Deputy Foreign Minister Kyslytsya as new Presidential Office deputy head

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Sergiy Kyslytsya, Ukraine’s First Deputy Foreign Minister, will be appointed deputy head of the Office of the President of Ukraine.

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160th Mechanized Brigade Makes Official Debut on Social Media

The 160th Mechanized Brigade of the Ukrainian Ground Forces has officially deployed on social media platforms, launching Facebook and Instagram pages that mark the unit’s first digital engagement with the…

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Bloom amid ruin: Ukraine’s struggle through the journey of one rose

Bloom amid ruin: Ukraine’s struggle through the journey of one rose

Editor's note: This story was originally published in The Kyiv Independent's first-ever print edition, titled "The Power Within," in July 2025. You can order a copy in our e-store.

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Ukraine reacts to U.S. operation in Venezuela and Maduro’s capture

Ukraine’s first reactions to the U.S. military operation in Venezuela are in, with officials and politicians offering both support for the Venezuelan people and warnings about another blow to international law.

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Russia intensifies assaults in Pokrovsk sector, but there is no breakthrough, Ukrainian officer says

Russian troops are carrying out continuous infantry attacks, combined assaults with armor, and are constantly using drones for reconnaissance and fire adjustment.

Russian forces continue to apply heavy pressure in the Pokrovsk direction, but there is …

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Ukraine’s National Guard details new Russian infiltration tactics near Pokrovsk

In the Pokrovsk sector, fighting isn’t along a fixed front line but within a wide engagement zone where Russian assault groups are making contact with infantry from Ukraine’s Armed Forces.

This zone of fire is a belt 5 to 20 kilometers deep on both …

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Russia redeploys Tu-95MS bombers closer to Ukraine amid airstrike warnings

On the morning of January 3, monitoring channels tracked the takeoff of Tu-95MS strategic bombers inside the Russian Federation. Four aircraft were redeployed from the Ukrainka air base in the Amur region to the Olenya long-range aviation airfield in …

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Zelensky announces 5 governor appointments

Zelensky announces 5 governor appointments

Zelensky announced on Jan. 3 that his team was finalizing a list of new heads for Vinnytsia, Ternopil, Poltava, Dnipropetrovsk, and Chernivtsi oblasts.

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⚡️ Records set by Ukrainian sappers: 45,000 hectares cleared of mines in 2025! #shorts

⚡️ Records set by Ukrainian sappers: 45,000 hectares cleared of mines in 2025! #shorts

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YEAR OF DRONES – Ukraine trained 5,000 drone operators in 2025

YEAR OF DRONES – Ukraine trained 5,000 drone operators in 2025

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International Legion Has Been Disbanded

Ukraine’s International Legion, a unit created for foreign volunteers at President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s initiative in the early days of the full-scale invasion, officially ceased to exist on December 31, 2025….

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At least 6 killed, 42 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 6 killed, 42 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 95 drones at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,210,630 troops in Ukraine since 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,210,630 troops in Ukraine since 2022

The number includes 750 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day, the General Staff said.

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🔥Ukraine’s TOP STRIKES against Russia in 2025 – overview of the Spiderweb and Deep Strike operation

🔥Ukraine’s TOP STRIKES against Russia in 2025 – overview of the Spiderweb and Deep Strike operation

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BREAKING: Zelensky proposes appointing Mykhailo Fedorov as defense minister

BREAKING: Zelensky proposes appointing Mykhailo Fedorov as defense minister

President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed appointing Mykhailo Fedorov as the country's new defense minister on Jan. 2.

Fedorov currently serves as Ukraine's the deputy prime minister and digital transformation minister.

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❗️TRUMP leans toward THIS PEACEFUL PLAN for Ukraine: conditions #shorts

❗️TRUMP leans toward THIS PEACEFUL PLAN for Ukraine: conditions #shorts

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Most Ukrainians oppose territorial concessions to Russia, KIIS poll finds

Nearly one in seven Ukrainians would support a peace plan that freezes the conflict along the current front line, includes security guarantees, and avoids officially recognizing occupied territories as part of Russia.

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Zelensky to replace head of Ukraine's State Border Guard

Zelensky to replace head of Ukraine's State Border Guard

Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko will soon give the president a list of possible candidates to replace Serhii Deineko as head of Ukraine's State Border Guard Service.

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Russia turns over drone data to U.S. from alleged attack on Putin’s Valdai residence as CIA and NSA find no confirmation

Russia has handed a representative from the office of the U.S. Embassy’s defense attaché decoded routing data and the controller from one of the Ukrainian drones that, according to Moscow, allegedly took part in an attack on Vladimir Putin’s …

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Russian missiles hit apartment buildings in Kharkiv

In broad daylight on January 2, Russian forces attacked central Kharkiv. Mayor Ihor Terekhov said civilians were among the wounded.

The strike hit a multi-story residential building in the city’s Kyivskyi district, Terekhov said. He reported …

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Budanov to head Ukraine's President's Office

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he has offered the head of GUR the job of chief of the President’s Office. The intelligence chief confirmed he accepted, and officials on Bankova say they are already processing the appointment.

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How Ukraine's military intelligence faked the death of Denis Kapustin, a Russian commander fighting for Kyiv

How Ukraine's military intelligence faked the death of  Denis Kapustin, a Russian commander fighting for Kyiv

HUR has published video footage of Kapustin's staged "death," which the agency used to collect a $500,000 bounty. The video shows a drone strike on a minibus shortly after Kapustin is seen entering the vehicle.

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Budanov Accepts Top Presidential Office Post

Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate, said on Friday he’s accepted President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s offer to lead the Presidential Office, calling the appointment “an honor” and “another milestone…

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Ukrainian intelligence fakes Kapustin’s death using FPV footage, Russia pays $500,000

Ukraine’s Main Directorate of Intelligence at the Defense Ministry (GUR) released two videos meant to convince the Russian Federation that Russian Volunteer Corps (RDK) commander Denis Kapustin had been killed. Russia paid half a million dollars for …

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Inside the fight for Ukraine's river islands

Inside the fight for Ukraine's river islands

Along the Dnipro River in southern Ukraine, the front line has remained largely static, but fighting continues every day. The Kyiv Independent’s Francis Farrell and Olena Zashko embedded with Ukraine’s forces in Kherson Oblast, following FPV drone …
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Poll: 74% of Ukrainians against peace plan involving Kyiv's withdrawal from Donbas, army cap

Poll: 74% of Ukrainians against peace plan involving Kyiv's withdrawal from Donbas, army cap

The poll also revealed that 69% of Ukrainians support a peace plan that would freeze the war with security guarantees, as long as Ukraine is not forced to officially recognize Russian-occupied territories as part of Russia, Kyiv International …
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Night of terror across Ukraine: Russia strikes cities, ambulances, and hospitals

Night of terror across Ukraine: Russia strikes cities, ambulances, and hospitals

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NEWSFLASH: Zelenskyy taps spy Budanov as head of presidential office

NEWSFLASH: Zelenskyy taps spy Budanov as head of presidential office

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Ukrainian Volunteer Unit Arey Grows from Battalion to Regiment

The 253rd Separate Assault Battalion “Arey” of Ukraine’s Ground Forces has been officially expanded to regimental size, the unit announced on social media. “It’s official! From today, the separate assault…

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Russia may be preparing 'large-scale provocation with human casualties,' Ukraine's intelligence warns

Russia may be preparing 'large-scale provocation with human casualties,' Ukraine's intelligence warns

Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service warned on Jan. 2 that Russia may be preparing a provocation as part of its efforts to disrupt the U.S.-mediated peace talks.

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BREAKING: Zelensky picks Military Intelligence Head Budanov as his new chief of staff

BREAKING: Zelensky picks Military Intelligence Head Budanov as his new chief of staff

Editor's note: The story is being updated.

President Volodymyr Zelensky has offered Kyrylo Budanov, the military intelligence chief, to take charge of the President’s Office on Jan. 2.

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Ukraine denies targeting civilians in drone strike on occupied part of Kherson Oblast

Ukraine denies targeting civilians in drone strike on occupied part of Kherson Oblast

Earlier on Jan. 1, Volodymyr Saldo, a Ukrainian politician turned top Russian proxy head of Russian-occupied parts of Kherson Oblast, accused Kyiv of launching three drones at a hotel and a cafe on the Black Sea coast. Saldo claimed that the alleged …
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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,209,880 troops in Ukraine since 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,209,880 troops in Ukraine since 2022

The number includes 910 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day, the General Staff said.

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Expert warns: what Russia is preparing in 2026 will not be a pleasant surprise for Europe

Māris Cepurītis, Director of the Center for East European Policy Studies, forecasts heightened Russian hybrid activities in Europe during 2026. Unlike direct military confrontation, Russia will intensify repression domestically and seek to influence …

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Russia captured over 4,300 square kilometers of Ukraine in 2025, DeepState reports

Russia captured over 4,300 square kilometers of Ukraine in 2025, DeepState reports

Russian forces occupied 4,336 square kilometers (1,674 square miles) of Ukrainian territory in 2025, accounting for less than 1% of the country, the Ukrainian open-source mapping project DeepState reported in an year-end assessment published on Jan. …
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🔥 SHOCK for PUTIN – POKROVSK returns to UKRAINIAN control #shorts

🔥 SHOCK for PUTIN – POKROVSK returns to UKRAINIAN control #shorts

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Fall of Huliaipole: Command Failures and Exhausted Defenders

In late December 2025, Ukrainian defenders lost control of one of two key towns on the route to Zaporizhzhia Oblast. On December 26, Russian forces seized the command and observation…

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Ukraine enters EU's single mobile roaming zone

Ukraine enters EU's single mobile roaming zone

Ukraine formally joined the European Union's single roaming zone on Jan. 1, allowing Ukrainian citizens to use their mobile phone service across the European bloc without incurring additional charges.

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Ukraine deploys two additional Patriot air defense systems, Defense Ministry reports

Ukraine deploys two additional Patriot air defense systems, Defense Ministry reports

Patriot is one of the world's most advanced air defense systems, capable of intercepting aircraft as well as cruise, ballistic, and hypersonic missiles.

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Marine Drone Unit Expanded to Regiment

The 426th Unmanned Systems Battalion of the 30th Marine Corps of the Ukrainian Navy has been expanded to regimental strength. The change was revealed through the unit’s official Facebook page…

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Finnish reservist on the first hours of the war in Ukraine: “Holy war” #shorts

Finnish reservist on the first hours of the war in Ukraine: “Holy war” #shorts

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'Welcome back to life' — Ukraine's HUR faked death of top anti-Putin Russian commander, claimed Kremlin bounty money

'Welcome back to life' — Ukraine's HUR faked death of top anti-Putin Russian commander, claimed Kremlin bounty money

Denis Kapustin, commander of the Russian Volunteer Corps (RDK), was reported killed in action on Dec. 27.

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France and the UK prepare to join Ukraine peacekeeping mission as EU readies new Russia sanctions

France and the United Kingdom are ready to join an observer operation by “multinational forces” to help enforce a future peace agreement between Moscow and Kyiv, the newspaper Die Welt reported , citing European diplomatic sources.

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Putin's New Year speech lauds Russia's war, makes no mention of peace in Ukraine

Putin's New Year speech lauds Russia's war, makes no mention of peace in Ukraine

Putin's speech avoided any mention of Ukraine, peace talks, or plans to bring the war to an end in 2026.

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💥 New Year's Eve with shelling! Russia attacked Ukraine with drones #shorts

💥 New Year's Eve with shelling! Russia attacked Ukraine with drones #shorts

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CIA rejects Putin's claim of Ukrainian attack on his residence, CNN reports

CIA rejects Putin's claim of Ukrainian attack on his residence, CNN reports

The report confirms Ukraine's original denial and undercuts claims made by the Kremlin.

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🎄 PEACE – for years to come! ZELENSKYY voiced Ukraine's wishes on New Year's Eve #shorts

🎄 PEACE – for years to come! ZELENSKYY voiced Ukraine's wishes on New Year's Eve #shorts

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,208,970 troops in Ukraine since 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,208,970 troops in Ukraine since 2022

Russia has lost around 1,208,970 troops in Ukraine since the beginning of its full-scale invasion on Feb. 24, 2022, Ukraine's General Staff reported on Jan. 1.

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At least 2 killed, 16 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 2 killed, 16 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 205 drones at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said.

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Russia launches New Year’s Day drone attacks across Ukraine

Russia launches New Year’s Day drone attacks across Ukraine

Russia attacked several Ukrainian regions with drones overnight on Jan. 1, striking energy infrastructure in southern Odesa Oblast.

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'Z' Symbol Graffiti Sprayed on Estonia's Defense League HQ on New Year's Eve

During the night of December 31, 2025, unknown individuals sprayed graffiti of the ‘Z’ symbol on the wall of Estonia’s Defense League headquarters located in Tallinn. The ‘Z’ symbol is widely recognized as a pro-Russian …

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Syrskyi announces triple pay and flexible contracts for Ukraine’s Armed Forces starting in 2026

Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi says Ukrainians will soon be offered triple pay to serve in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, with many of the new contracts available to mobilized personnel.

“The Ministry of Defense together with the …

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Putin orders expansion of Ukraine ‘buffer zone’ as Russia touts advances in Kharkiv and Sumy

Russia’s Chief of the General Staff, Valery Gerasimov, said he received orders from President Vladimir Putin to expand a so‑called buffer zone in two regions of Ukraine. Media noted the remarks followed threats of retaliation.

“The troops of the …

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Ukraine’s Security Service claims responsibility for strikes on Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ tankers

Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) has for the first time publicly claimed responsibility for attacks on Russia’s so‑called “shadow fleet” of tankers. The admission appears in the SBU’s report on key special operations in 2025.

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'We want the end of the war — not the end of Ukraine,' Zelensky says in New Year address

'We want the end of the war — not the end of Ukraine,' Zelensky says in New Year address

"A Budapest-style piece of paper will not satisfy Ukraine. Ukraine does not need a Minsk-style meticulously drafted trap. My signature will be under a strong agreement," Zelensky said in his address on Dec. 31.

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✨ Peace for YEARS – Ukraine's wish for 2026: Zelenskyy's address

✨ Peace for YEARS – Ukraine's wish for 2026: Zelenskyy's address

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Ukraine damages major Russian oil assets in New Year's Eve strikes, military reports

Ukraine damages major Russian oil assets in New Year's Eve strikes, military reports

Targets included Russia's Tuapse Oil Refinery, the Tamanneftegaz oil terminal, a Rosreserv oil base, a temporary military base for river boats, and ammunition depots in occupied Ukraine, the General Staff said.

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Putin uses New Year address to double down on war in Ukraine

In his address to Russians upon the arrival of 2026, Russian President Vladimir Putin focused on the war against Ukraine, now nearing its fourth year.

As is customary, viewers in Russia’s Far East were the first to see the address on Wednesday, …

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Russia shares dubious 'evidence' of Ukrainian drone attack 3 days after claiming Kyiv tried to assassinate Putin

Russia shares dubious 'evidence' of Ukrainian drone attack 3 days after claiming Kyiv tried to assassinate Putin

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi, speaking to Reuters, called the footage "laughable."

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Ukrainian drones hit Rosneft’s Tuapse oil refinery and port, sparking fires and injuring two

Unmanned aerial vehicles attacked an oil refinery and the port in Tuapse, the Krasnodar Krai Operational Headquarters said. Two people were wounded; one of the port’s berths and equipment at the refinery were damaged, along with five residential …

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Germany drops sanctions case against Alisher Usmanov after charitable payment, lawyers say

Prosecutors in Munich have closed an investigation into suspected sanctions violations involving billionaire Alisher Usmanov, RBC reported, citing the businessman’s representatives.

According to his lawyers, the move was made under Section 153a of …

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Ukrainian drones strike Russia’s Rosrezerv fuel depot in Yaroslavl region, sparking major fire

In Russia’s interior, explosions were heard again overnight on December 31 as drones targeted the city of Rybinsk in the Yaroslavl region. Fuel tanks at a Rosrezerv facility caught fire, dealing another blow to the Russian army’s logistics, the news …

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Ukraine strikes oil facility north of Moscow, source says

Ukraine strikes oil facility north of Moscow, source says

The operation targeted a large oil depot in Rybinsk, a city 160 miles north of Moscow in Yaroslavl Oblast, the sources said.

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Kremlin aims to declare Pokrovsk captured by New Year, Ukraine says fighting continues

A Ukrainian infantry commander says the Kremlin appears eager to declare full control of Pokrovsk in Donetsk region by New Year, but cautioned that Russian propaganda should be treated with skepticism.

Vladyslav Pervukhin, commander of an infantry …

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Investigation finds Putin’s secret Crimea compound with private hospital

The Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK) obtained detailed documents on the construction of Putin’s new palace in Crimea, which includes a fully equipped personal hospital for the Russian leader. The site sits on Cape Aya atop a cliff and was originally …

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Russia’s ‘Oreshnik’ in Belarus looks like a cut-down ‘Yars,’ with no launcher in sight, journalist says

The defense ministries of Russia and Belarus on Tuesday released the first footage of the “Oreshnik” road-mobile missile system, which they say has been deployed on combat duty in Belarus. But the system itself doesn’t appear in the video, according …

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Kellogg's daughter on why Trump hasn't ended Russia's war

Kellogg's daughter on why Trump hasn't ended Russia's war

The Kyiv Independent's Tim Zadorozhnyy speaks with Meaghan Mobbs, head of the R.T. Weatherman Foundation and the daughter of President Donald Trump's outgoing special envoy on Ukraine, Keith Kellogg.

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✨ New Year and CAROLS during air raid sirens – UKRAINE celebrates #shorts

✨ New Year and CAROLS during air raid sirens – UKRAINE celebrates #shorts

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Croatia and Romania to join NATO-backed plan to purchase US weapons for Ukraine

Croatia and Romania to join NATO-backed plan to purchase US weapons for Ukraine

Romania will contribute 50 million euros ($59 million), according to a press release by the Romanian government.

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Malanka: Ukraine's winter ritual of masks, mischief, and good fortune

Malanka: Ukraine's winter ritual of masks, mischief, and good fortune

Each winter in southwestern Ukraine, villages are transformed by a riot of color, noise, and a kind of organized chaos. Costumed performers that are sometimes human, sometimes animal, sometimes entirely otherworldly wander from house to house, …

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,207,910 troops in Ukraine since 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,207,910 troops in Ukraine since 2022

The number includes 1,000 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Russian attacks kill 6, injure 23 in Ukraine over past day

Russian attacks kill 6, injure 23 in Ukraine over past day

The Ukrainian Air Force reported intercepting 101 of the 127 drones launched by Russia overnight.

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From bomb threats to crypto-wallets: Inside Russia’s hybrid war in Moldova

In a recent interview, Moldovan President Maia Sandu disclosed extensive hybrid warfare efforts by Russia targeting Moldova’s 2024 presidential and 2025 parliamentary elections. These activities encompass illicit political party funding, voter …

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Ukraine's military reportedly strikes Russian-occupied oil depot in Luhansk Oblast

Ukraine's military reportedly strikes Russian-occupied oil depot in Luhansk Oblast

Ukraine's military reportedly struck an oil depot in the Russian-occupied community of Rovenky in Luhansk Oblast, Russian Telegram media channels reported on Dec. 30.

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Air Assault Forces Reassigned to Heavy Infantry Role

Ukraine’s Air Assault Forces, long considered the elite of the nation’s military, have been relegated to a new role as heavy infantry capable of sustained operations, according to an interview…

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PUTIN has set his sights on more than just UKRAINE: new occupation plans! #shorts

PUTIN has set his sights on more than just UKRAINE: new occupation plans! #shorts

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Zelensky announces upcoming high-level meetings in Ukraine, France

Zelensky announces upcoming high-level meetings in Ukraine, France

National security advisers from the Coalition of the Willing countries, led by the U.K. and France, have agreed to meet in Ukraine on Jan. 3, according to Zelensky. The meeting will be followed by another meeting among state leaders, planned for …
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“Courage to call things as they are” — Founding editor of Gwara Media speaks at Free Media Award Ceremony in Hamburg 

Serhii Prokopenko, founding editor of Gwara Media

This year, the Gwara Media editorial team received the Free Media Award 2025. This is an A-level European award, and receiving it is real international recognition. We were nominated and informed of our victory after the jury made their decision in …

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Ukrainian drones "ATTACKED PUTIN"! The Kremlin is spreading FAKE NEWS

Ukrainian drones "ATTACKED PUTIN"! The Kremlin is spreading FAKE NEWS

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Ukrainian goat carol NYE traditions

Ukrainian goat carol NYE traditions

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Ukraine war latest live: Ukraine faces no mobilization restrictions under proposed U.S. peace plan, Syrskyi says

Ukraine war latest live: Ukraine faces no mobilization restrictions under proposed U.S. peace plan, Syrskyi says

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 6 times today. The draft U.S.-backed peace framework aimed at ending Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine does not impose any limitations on Ukraine's …
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Ukraine strikes Russian drone storage at occupied Donetsk Airport, commander says

Ukraine strikes Russian drone storage at occupied Donetsk Airport, commander says

Ukraine struck a Russian drone storage facility at Donetsk Airport in occupied Donetsk Oblast, Unmanned Systems Forces commander Robert “Madyar” Brovdi said on Dec. 30.

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US peace efforts make full circle, as Putin tells Trump Ukraine out to kill him

US peace efforts make full circle, as Putin tells Trump Ukraine out to kill him

Donald Trump’s peace negotiations have seemingly made a full circle.

After U.S. pressuring Ukraine to accept an unfavorable peace settlement, Kyiv spent over a month renegotiating the offer and getting close to receiving Trump's blessing on a revised …

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Syrskyi says battalion commander to face legal review after loss of command post in Huliaipole

Syrskyi says battalion commander to face legal review after loss of command post in Huliaipole

Ukraine's top commander said a battalion commander will face a legal review after Ukrainian troops abandoned a command post in the Huliaipole sector, leaving behind equipment and potentially sensitive materials.

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Syrskyi Announces New Reform of Territorial Defense Brigades

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, General Oleksandr Syrskyi, has revealed plans for another reform of the Territorial Defense Brigades in an interview with 24tv.ua. The proposal, initiated by…

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Syrskyi: Ukrainian Forces withdrew from Siversk to save lives and hold commanding heights

Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi explained why troops had to withdraw from Siversk in the Donetsk region, the general said in an interview with Channel 24.

Syrskyi noted that Serebrianskyi Forest, Bilohorivka, and Siversk are areas that …

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'We can't just withdraw from our territories,' —Zelensky says following his meeting with Trump

'We can't just withdraw from our territories,' —Zelensky says following his meeting with Trump

Zelensky tells Fox News' Bret Baier that Ukraine has demonstrated concrete steps toward peace over the past month and raised the possibility of a referendum on the peace plan. At the same time, a referendum would not legitimize withdrawing from …

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Kremlin elite losing faith in security as deep‑strike threats and suspicious deaths mount

By the end of the fourth year of the war, Kremlin elites are gripped by confusion and anxiety as the state struggles to guarantee the safety of even its most senior officials and security chiefs.

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Trump 'very angry' about alleged Ukrainian attack on Putin residence

Trump 'very angry' about alleged Ukrainian attack on Putin residence

U.S. President Donald Trump said Dec. 29 that Russian President Vladimir Putin told him Ukraine had tried to attack Putin’s residence, an allegation Kyiv has denied. "I learned about it from President Putin today. I was very angry about it," Trump …
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Will Ukraine receive unprecedented guarantees? Trump reveals details of conversation with Putin

Will Ukraine receive unprecedented guarantees? Trump reveals details of conversation with Putin

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Russia’s fuel market reels as Ukrainian strikes and sanctions drive diesel prices higher despite export bans

Despite tight government control of the market and export bans, fuel prices in Russia have jumped sharply over the past year. Amid Ukrainian strikes and sanctions, the country’s fuel market has slid into a systemic crisis.

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Ukraine could forfeit $4.2B in EU funds after missing reform conditions

Ukraine could forfeit $4.2B in EU funds after missing reform conditions

Kyiv failed to implement nine indicators in the last three months of 2025, the highest number missed in any quarter since the Ukraine Facility began in 2024, according to a Dec. 29 assessment by RRR4U.

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Russian vessel Ursa Major allegedly carrying nuclear reactors to North Korea sinks after mysterious strike

The incident involving the Russian vessel “Bolshaya Medveditsa” (Ursa Major) occurred December 21–22, 2024, about 110 kilometers off the Spanish city of Cartagena, analysts at the outlet La Verdad reported. Investigators say the cargo was illegal …

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Kremlin aide Ushakov says Trump shocked by alleged drone attack on Putin’s residence as Zelensky denies claim

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a “positive” phone call about talks to end the war in Ukraine, White House Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt wrote Monday, December 29, on her X account.

The conversation between the …

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Ukraine denies Russian claims of capturing Rodynske

On December 28, Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed the town of Rodynske in the Pokrovsk district of Donetsk region had been occupied by Russian forces. However, Ukraine’s Operational Command “East” denied the claim. Fighting for the town is ongoing. …

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Exclusive: 'Be careful' — European leaders warned Zelensky to assess Trump's real stance at Mar-a-Lago

Exclusive: 'Be careful' — European leaders warned Zelensky to assess Trump's real stance at Mar-a-Lago

A day before President Volodymyr Zelensky met U.S. President Donald Trump, European leaders privately warned the Ukrainian president that the talks could go badly and urged him to "be careful," according to detailed notes from the call shared with …

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Zelensky: 87% of Ukrainians want peace, but 85% oppose pulling out of Donbas

President Zelensky told Fox News’ Bret Baier that despite war fatigue and a strong public desire for peace in Ukraine (about 87%), an overwhelming majority (85%) is firmly against territorial concessions, particularly withdrawing from Donbas. He said …

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The Betrayal of Ukraine: Peace, Power, and the Price of Electricity How Farage, Musk, Thiel and the Trumps hope to profit from the surrender of Ukraine

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Kremlin agrees with Trump that peace is closer, demands Ukraine withdraw from Donbas

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said the war can end only if Ukraine’s Defense Forces withdraw from Donbas, while agreeing with US President Donald Trump that peace “has come significantly closer.”

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'They are looking for a pretext' — Zelensky denies drone attack on Putin's residence

'They are looking for a pretext' — Zelensky denies drone attack on Putin's residence

Zelensky dismissed Russian claims that Ukrainian drones targeted Putin’s residence as “another lie,” warning Moscow is using the allegation as a pretext for possible strikes on Kyiv and government buildings.

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Lavrov claims Ukraine tried to attack Putin’s Novgorod residence with 91 drones

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Ukraine tried to attack Russian President Vladimir Putin’s state residence in the Novgorod region using 91 drones.

The attack, he said, took place overnight into December 29. All 91 drones were destroyed. …

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Trump, Putin hold phone call following Zelensky's visit to Florida

Trump, Putin hold phone call following Zelensky's visit to Florida

"President Trump has concluded a positive call with President Putin concerning Ukraine," said White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.

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'A continuous field of battle' — Huliaipole becomes gray zone as fighting intensifies in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, Southern Command says

'A continuous field of battle' — Huliaipole becomes gray zone as fighting intensifies in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, Southern Command says

Ukraine’s Southern Operational Command says Huliaipole is now a gray zone, with no clear front line anymore, according to spokesperson Vladyslav Voloshyn.

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New Marine-Led Air Defense Unit Formed in Ukrainian Navy

The Ukrainian Navy has established the 101st Separate Anti-Aircraft Missile Division under Marine Corps command. While the unit was formally created on June 24, 2025, its existence surfaced only recently,…

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Ukraine war latest live: Ukraine says it still holds parts of Pokrovsk, Myrnohrad situation 'difficult'

Ukraine war latest live: Ukraine says it still holds parts of Pokrovsk, Myrnohrad situation 'difficult'

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 4 times today. Ukrainian Defense Forces continue to control the northern part of Pokrovsk, while the situation in Myrnohrad "remains difficult," the 7th …
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Russian forces executed 2 Ukrainian POWs in Donetsk Oblast, prosecutors say

Russian forces executed 2 Ukrainian POWs in Donetsk Oblast, prosecutors say

Russian troops shot dead two unarmed Ukrainian prisoners of war on Dec. 27 in the village of Shakhove near Pokrovsk in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine’s Prosecutor General’s Office reported on Dec. 29, in what appeared to be at least the third reported case …

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Bringing art to the cemetery — How 'The Invisible Gallery' reclaims legacy overshadowed by Russian imperialism

Bringing art to the cemetery — How 'The Invisible Gallery' reclaims legacy overshadowed by Russian imperialism

In Ukraine's cemeteries, some graves are more than symbols of memory. They hold the truth about the country's enduring place in European culture, testifying to centuries of creative achievement and innovation — and to the lengths Russia has gone to …

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US security guarantees set for 15 years, with Ukraine pushing for extension, Zelensky says

US security guarantees set for 15 years, with Ukraine pushing for extension, Zelensky says

"I told (Trump) that we would like to consider guarantees for 30, 40, or even 50 years, and that would be a historic decision by president Trump. The president said he would think about it," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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Russian drone attacks houses in Zolochiv settlement of Kharkiv oblast, killing animals, injuring 1 civilian

The photo of damaged building after Russian attack on Kharkiv oblast

UKRAINE, KHARKIV OBLAST, Dec. 29 — On Dec. 28, Russian forces attacked the Zolochiv settlement in Kharkiv oblast, damaging houses and outbuildings. The attack killed domestic animals, and a 54-year-old woman suffered an intense stress reaction, told …

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FALSE: Melitopol voluntarily decided to join Russia

Verification within Meta’s Third-Party Fact-Checking Program

A video is being circulated online showing Melitopol residents chanting: “We are the authority here.” The post claims that Ukraine wanted to remain in power in the Zaporizhzhia region, …

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Expert Kaupo Rosin states that Russia currently has no intent to attack any Baltic state or NATO, noting changed Russian behavior after recent incidents and emphasizing the need for sustained defense investments.

In late 2025, Estonia’s security assessment highlights that Russia currently has no intent to launch attacks against Baltic states or NATO. Russian military behavior has changed following NATO’s reactions to prior incidents such as …

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Russia’s sabotage campaign is becoming bolder

In recent years, Poland has experienced a range of provocations attributed to Russia, including railway sabotage, arson, and drone incursions. The latest and most serious were cyberattacks on December 29, 2025, targeting 30 Polish energy facilities …

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Italy has supplied Ukraine with over €3 billion in arms as 12th aid package is authorized

Italy has delivered more than €3 billion worth of weapons, military equipment and other resources to Ukraine since Russia’s full-scale invasion, Gen. Luciano Portolano, chief of the Italian Defense Staff, said in an interview with Il Sole 24 Ore.

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Ukraine war latest: Zelensky, Trump hold talks in Florida to discuss an end to Russia's war; Trump holds call with Putin before meeting with Ukrainian delegation

Ukraine war latest: Zelensky, Trump hold talks in Florida to discuss an end to Russia's war; Trump holds call with Putin before meeting with Ukrainian delegation

Key developments on Dec. 28-29:

  • Trump holds call with Putin just before scheduled meeting with Zelensky
  • 'I have no deadlines' — Zelensky, Trump hold talks in Florida to discuss an end to Russia's war
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"Russia is not interested in ending the war, Ukraine applies constructive pressure," Podolyak

"Russia is not interested in ending the war, Ukraine applies constructive pressure," Podolyak

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Lavrov threatens Europe, says Western troops in Ukraine would be legitimate targets

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov made a series of statements that heightened alarm across Europe.

Lavrov, who has served as Russia’s top diplomat for more than 20 years, delivered a string of warnings to Europe in a new interview with state …

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🇺🇦 WOW! Americans with Ukrainian flags welcome Zelenskyy to Mar-a-Lago! #shorts

🇺🇦 WOW! Americans with Ukrainian flags welcome Zelenskyy to Mar-a-Lago! #shorts

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Trump holds call with Putin just before scheduled meeting with Zelensky

Trump holds call with Putin just before scheduled meeting with Zelensky

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Dec. 28 that he held a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin ahead of his scheduled meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

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Orbán slows down support for Ukraine again, – history repeats itself #shorts

Orbán slows down support for Ukraine again, – history repeats itself #shorts

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Freedom of speech in 2026: Between Brussels' demands and the realities of war

Freedom of speech in 2026: Between Brussels' demands and the realities of war

About the author: Yaroslav Yurchyshyn is a Ukrainian MP and chair of the parliamentary Committee on Freedom of Speech.

For Ukraine's media environment, 2026 is set to be an intense year — no less demanding than 2025.

In December, the president signed …

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IAEA brokers temporary ceasefire at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant to repair power lines

Russia and Ukraine, with mediation from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), have agreed to a temporary ceasefire around the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) to repair power transmission lines, IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi …

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Putin vows to achieve Ukraine war goals by military means

Russian President Vladimir Putin again threatened to achieve “all the objectives” of his full-scale invasion of Ukraine through military means, claiming Ukrainian authorities are “in no hurry to resolve this conflict by peaceful means.”

The Kremlin …

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Russia strikes Kherson thermal plant, cuts residents from heating

Russia strikes Kherson thermal plant, cuts residents from heating

Russian troops opened artillery fire against the Kherson Thermal Power Plant (TPP), causing significant damage, head of Ukraine's Naftogaz said on Dec. 28.

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Ukraine strikes Syzran oil refinery and multiple targets in occupied east and Crimea

Ukraine’s military said it carried out successful overnight strikes on the Syzran oil refinery in Russia’s Samara region on December 28. A number of other targets in Russia and in occupied Ukrainian territories were also attacked.

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Russia, Ukraine agree temporary ceasefire near Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant for power line repairs, IAEA says

Russia, Ukraine agree temporary ceasefire near Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant for power line repairs, IAEA says

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi thanked "both sides" for agreeing to a temporary "window of silence," which is "part of ongoing efforts to prevent a nuclear accident during military conflict."

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Ukraine This Year: a year of stalled peace and escalating war

Ukraine This Year: a year of stalled peace and escalating war

In this year-end wrap-up of Ukraine This Week, the Kyiv Independent’s Anna Belokur looks back at the moments that defined 2025, the fourth year of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine — from stalled peace efforts and escalating Russian attacks to …
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Ukraine, Russia publish videos from Myrnohrad, claim control of front-line town

Ukraine, Russia publish videos from Myrnohrad, claim control of front-line town

Ukrainian and Russian troops have been publishing conflicting claims and videos about who controls the front-line town of Myrnohrad, located just northeast of the embattled town of Pokrovsk.

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Zelensky set to meet Trump in Florida to discuss peace proposal to end Russia's war (LIVE)

Zelensky set to meet Trump in Florida to discuss peace proposal to end Russia's war (LIVE)

A member of the Ukrainian delegation told the Kyiv Independent that they don't know how the meeting will unfold and are ready for "all scenarios."

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,204,510 troops in Ukraine since 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,204,510 troops in Ukraine since 2022

Russia has lost around 1,204,510 troops in Ukraine since the beginning of its full-scale invasion on Feb. 24, 2022, the General Staff of Ukraine's Armed Forces reported on Dec. 28.

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Russia's Syzran Oil Refinery under attack by Ukrainian drones, media reports

Russia's Syzran Oil Refinery under attack by Ukrainian drones, media reports

The refinery was attacked multiple times in the night, residents claimed. An electrical substation in Syzran was also hit, causing blackouts in the city.

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Ukraine denies Russia's claims of capturing key front-line cities ahead of Zelensky-Trump meeting

Ukraine denies Russia's claims of capturing key front-line cities ahead of Zelensky-Trump meeting

Myrnohrad in Donetsk Oblast and Huliaipole in Zaporizhzhia Oblast are not under Russian control, Ukraine's General Staff said, dismissing the Kremlin's claims as "the weapon of disinformation."

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Commanders of 10th and 54th Brigades Dismissed

Following the rapid loss of the city of Siversk, north of Bakhmut, Ukraine’s senior military command has removed the commanders of two brigades from their posts: Colonel Oleksiy Konoval, commander…

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Russia aims to recruit over 400,000 soldiers in 2026, Ukraine's military intelligence chief says

Russia aims to recruit over 400,000 soldiers in 2026, Ukraine's military intelligence chief says

Russia has fulfilled its mobilization goals in 2025 and has set its mobilization target to recruit 409,000 Russian soldiers in 2026, Ukraine's military intelligence chief, Kyrylo Budanov, told Suspilne in a year-end interview.

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Russia extends fuel export restrictions through February 2026 amid refinery attacks and shortages

Russia’s government has extended its temporary ban on exports of motor gasoline, diesel fuel and several other oil products through February 28, 2026 . The gasoline export ban applies to all exporters, including producers. Restrictions on exports of …

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🇺🇸 BabyDoc from Utah: How I became a medic in the 2nd International Legion in Ukraine #shorts

🇺🇸 BabyDoc from Utah: How I became a medic in the 2nd International Legion in Ukraine  #shorts

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Ukrainian lawmakers exposed getting cash for votes, anti-corruption agency says

Ukrainian lawmakers exposed getting cash for votes, anti-corruption agency says

Earlier in December, Ukrainian news site Zn.ua reported, citing its sources, that NABU had wiretapped the office of Yuriy Kisel, a lawmaker for the Servant of the People party, and the head of the Parliamentary Transport Committee. The investigation …

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Ukraine’s anti-corruption agencies uncover alleged bribery ring involving sitting MPs

Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAP) announced they have exposed an organized criminal group that included current members of parliament.

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Canada to provide $1.8 billion in economic aid to Ukraine

Canada to provide $1.8 billion in economic aid to Ukraine

Canada will provide Ukraine with $2.5 billion Canadian dollars ($1.8 billion) in economic aid to Ukraine, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Dec. 27.

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Zelensky reiterates red lines for peace talks ahead of Trump meeting

On the eve of a meeting with US President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky set out Ukraine’s “red lines” for negotiations to end the war launched by Moscow, speaking to reporters on Saturday, December 27.

He said they include the …

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Google to pull some of its servers out of Russia

Google has notified Russian internet providers that it plans to remove some of its Russia-based servers, the RBC news agency reported Friday, December 26, citing sources.

The company plans to decommission Dell R720 servers used to speed content …

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This place in Ukraine keeps birds safe from the war

This place in Ukraine keeps birds safe from the war

KOZHYCHI, Lviv Oblast — When approaching the quaint yard of Viktor Shelvinsky's house, one can scarcely believe it serves as a haven for hundreds of birds of all kinds.

But quickly, the entry gate gives way to a spacious garden filled with aviaries of …

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Russia preparing to proclaim future Ukrainian elections rigged, Zelensky says, citing intelligence

Russia preparing to proclaim future Ukrainian elections rigged, Zelensky says, citing intelligence

Elections have been floated as part of a peace or ceasefire deal that Ukraine has been discussing with the U.S., but voting in the occupied territories complicates the process.

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Ukraine intelligence "Spiderweb": Planes burned in hangars, generals killed in their cars. Details!

Ukraine intelligence "Spiderweb": Planes burned in hangars, generals killed in their cars. Details!

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Belarus receives third shipment Su-30SM2 fighter jets from Russia

Russia has handed over a third batch of Su-30SM2 fighter jets to Belarus, Belarus’s Defense Ministry said on its official Telegram channel.

The ministry did not disclose how many aircraft were delivered. Photos circulating online show at least two …

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Poland temporarily closes Rzeszow and Lublin airports amid Russian strikes on Ukraine

Poland temporarily shut two airports near the Ukrainian border—Rzeszow and Lublin—overnight Saturday, December 27, amid a massive Russian attack on Ukraine.

The Polish Air Navigation Services Agency said the move was made “to ensure freedom of …

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Ukraine says it shot down 503 of 559 aerial targets in massive Russian air attack

Overnight on December 27, Russia carried out one of its largest combined attacks on Ukraine’s critical infrastructure, with the main strike hitting the Kyiv region. Russia’s armed forces launched 559 aerial weapons - various types of missiles and …

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The little things that keep them going

The little things that keep them going

Editor’s note:

Mass attacks struck Kyiv the day before Zelenskyy and Trump are expected to meet in Washington, D.C.

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En route to America, Zelensky shares his top priority for upcoming meeting with Trump

En route to America, Zelensky shares his top priority for upcoming meeting with Trump

Without security guarantees, Ukraine cannot take any steps towards peace or hold presidential elections, which Trump's administration has pressured Zelensky to implement.

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Top anti-Putin Russian commander killed fighting for Ukraine

Top anti-Putin Russian commander killed fighting for Ukraine

Denis Kapustin, also known by his nom de guerre "White Rex," led the right-wing Russian Volunteer Corps until he was killed by an FPV drone on the southern front, according to preliminary reports. More details are expected later.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,203,310 troops in Ukraine since 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,203,310 troops in Ukraine since 2022

The number includes 1,240 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Trump says Russia-Ukraine peace has 'good shot,' New York Post reports

Trump says Russia-Ukraine peace has 'good shot,' New York Post reports

"I think they want to do it now, and I think that Russia wants to do it. But every time one wants to do it, the other doesn’t," Trump told the New York Post in a Dec. 26 phone call.

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An empty vessel with a secret: Ukraine intercepted a signal from a Russian "shadow" tanker #shorts

An empty vessel with a secret: Ukraine intercepted a signal from a Russian "shadow" tanker  #shorts

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Mindich speaks to Ukrainian media for first time since fleeing country, denies guilt, claims no contact with Zelensky or Yermak

Mindich speaks to Ukrainian media for first time since fleeing country, denies guilt, claims no contact with Zelensky or Yermak

Timur Mindich, a close associate of President Volodymyr Zelensky and suspect in a major corruption investigation, gave his first media interview since leaving Ukraine in November, speaking with Ukrainska Pravda in an interview published Dec. 26. …
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2000KM STRIKE! Security Service of Ukraine sinks Russia spy network in the Mediterranean!

2000KM STRIKE! Security Service of Ukraine sinks Russia spy network in the Mediterranean!

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Russia says Zelensky’s 20-point peace plan is radically different from version discussed with the U.S.

Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov accused Kyiv and the EU of trying to derail a peace deal for Ukraine.

The Russian government alleges Ukraine intends to “torpedo” negotiations on a US plan to end the war in Ukraine. The revised version …

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Russia continues systematically recruiting foreign fighters for war, Ukraine says

Russia continues systematically recruiting foreign fighters for war, Ukraine says

Russia is continuing to systematically recruit foreign nationals for its war against Ukraine, said Oleh Ivashchenko, head of Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service, on Dec. 26.

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Street fighting rages in Hulyaipole as Russian forces try to cut Ukrainian supply lines

Russian forces are intensively shelling settlements along the supply route to Hulyaipole, seeking to cut Ukrainian defenders off from logistics.

The situation in Hulyaipole, Zaporizhzhia region, remains severe, with dozens of clashes recorded daily …

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Ukraine’s military intelligence claims responsibility for explosion at Russian base in Ussuriysk housing the 80th brigade

Agents from Ukraine’s Main Directorate of Intelligence (GUR) infiltrated a military compound in Ussuriysk and carried out a sabotage operation, media sources said. Russian authorities described the incident as a domestic mishap, but local residents …

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How does Ukrainian culture survive war? One Austrian foundation has a long-term answer

How does Ukrainian culture survive war? One Austrian foundation has a long-term answer

From the grand halls of Kyiv's cultural institutions to small regional initiatives shaping public dialogue, Ukraine's cultural life has faced unprecedented pressures.

Amid daily attacks, occupation, and displacement, many of the country's most …

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Putin says territorial concessions possible in Ukraine talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin remains ready to make concessions agreed at the Anchorage summit, he said at a State Council meeting on Thursday, December 25, Kommersant reported.

As Ukraine’s Strana.ua notes, and as earlier reports in other media …

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Russia appoints businessman Yuri 'Yura Unitaz' Vaganov to lead drone forces

Russia has appointed Yuri Vaganov, a businessman and volunteer from the Moscow region with no formal military education, to command the Armed Forces’ unmanned systems forces, according to reports by Russian bloggers and a source in the country’s …

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Zelensky says Belarus is helping Russia bypass Ukraine’s air defenses

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Russia is using Belarusian territory to strike western regions of Ukraine. He said the enemy can see the lines of Ukraine’s air defenses.

Zelensky made the remarks about Russia using Belarus to attack …

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Russia attacks sea port, energy, and railway infrastructure across Ukraine

Russia attacks sea port, energy, and railway infrastructure across Ukraine

Russia overnight on Dec. 26 launched drone attacks at Ukraine's sea port and energy infrastructure in Odesa and Mykolaiv oblasts, as well as railway infrastructure in Volyn Oblast, authorities reported.

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Ukraine in 2025: A year in photos

Ukraine in 2025: A year in photos

The year 2025 arrived with talk of peace. It ended to the rattle of air-defense systems across Ukraine.

It was a year shaped by negotiations and expectations, driven by U.S. President Donald Trump's push for a settlement — even as Russia continued to …

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At least 5 killed, 23 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 5 killed, 23 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 99 drones and one Iskander ballistic missiles at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said.

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'A lot can be decided before New Year' — Zelensky says he and Trump plan to meet in 'near future'

'A lot can be decided before New Year' — Zelensky says he and Trump plan to meet in 'near future'

President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine and the U.S. had agreed to meet "in the near future," suggesting there could be progress in peace talks to end Russia's war before the New Year.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,202,070 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,202,070 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 840 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Europe Warned To Brace For Imminent Russian Threat

European security experts and NATO officials have issued warnings about a looming Russian military threat, particularly against Baltic states and Ukraine. Over the past several years, Russia has increased military activities and destabilizing actions …

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Putin-Bush transcripts declassified! Kremlin hated Ukraine 20 years ago

Putin-Bush transcripts declassified! Kremlin hated Ukraine 20 years ago

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Kharkiv locals celebrate Christmas Eve 30 kilometers from border with Russia — in photos

UKRAINE, KHARKIV — Christmas is valued by many in Ukraine. According to Zagoryi Foundation’s research, over 97% of their 3,200 respondents considered it the most important holiday in general and the most important religious holiday. 

About 65% of …

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Kremlin in shock: Ukraine's robotic army changes the rules on the front line!

Kremlin in shock: Ukraine's robotic army changes the rules on the front line!

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North Korean soldiers captured in Ukraine ask to be sent to South Korea

Two North Korean soldiers who fought on Russia’s side and were captured by Ukrainian troops say they want to relocate to South Korea.

The North Koreans even wrote letters making the request, Yonhap reported, citing Jang Se-yul, the head of a group of …

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Ukraine says it hit Russia’s Novoshakhtinsk oil refinery with Storm Shadow missiles

Ukraine launched Anglo-French Storm Shadow cruise missiles at the Novoshakhtinsk oil refinery in Russia’s Rostov region, the General Staff said Thursday.

Explosions rocked the facility and a fire broke out, according to Kyiv, which called it “a …

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Ukraine’s military intelligence chief Budanov makes surprise visit to Zaporizhzhia front-line positions

Ukraine’s military intelligence chief, Kyrylo Budanov, visited forward positions on the Zaporizhzhia axis as part of a working trip to the region, meeting fighters from the so-called “Timur” special unit, the agency said Monday.

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Ukrainian Forces clear Kupyansk as cut-off Russian troops surrender

Ukrainian Forces are continuing to sweep the city of Kupyansk in the Kharkiv region of Russian units that have been cut off from ground supply lines and are unable to hold their positions. Some occupiers are surrendering, including reported cases of …

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Ukrainian long-range drones spark major fires at strategic sites in Russia

Ukraine’s forces carried out a series of overnight strikes on December 25 targeting military and logistical infrastructure in the Russian Federation and in temporarily occupied territories. The targets included the Temryuk seaport in Russia’s …

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Russia attacks Kherson market, Chernihiv apartment building on Christmas Day, killing at least 2

Russia attacks Kherson market, Chernihiv apartment building on Christmas Day, killing at least 2

Ukraine is marking its fourth Christmas under a full-scale Russian invasion.

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Putin cancels 2025 annual address

For the second time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Vladimir Putin has canceled his address to Russians - a move analysts say underscores weakness and confusion in the Kremlin.

In 2025, Putin will not deliver his annual address to the …

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The war in Ukraine could end in 90 days, says US ambassador to NATO #shorts

The war in Ukraine could end in 90 days, says US ambassador to NATO #shorts

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Ukraine strikes oil refinery in Russia's Rostov Oblast with Storm Shadow missiles, General Staff says

Ukraine strikes oil refinery in Russia's Rostov Oblast with Storm Shadow missiles, General Staff says

The missiles struck the refinery, triggering multiple explosions, the General Staff said, adding that the extent of the damage was still being clarified.

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Russia launched 131 drones — Ukraine fights back, but there are victims and destruction!

Russia launched 131 drones — Ukraine fights back, but there are victims and destruction!

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🔴131 drones over Ukraine – blackouts, Zelenskyy's peace plan, and Russia's nuclear blackmail

🔴131 drones over Ukraine – blackouts, Zelenskyy's peace plan, and Russia's nuclear blackmail

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With Germany’s help, Ukrainian communities keep kindergartens and hospitals running through blackouts

With Germany’s help, Ukrainian communities keep kindergartens and hospitals running through blackouts

In the winter of 2023, just after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began, Natalia Kovalenko, the director of one of the largest kindergartens in Kyiv Oblast, was grappling with challenges that went far beyond lesson plans and playtime. As …

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Russian forces use fiber optic FPV drone to kill Kharkiv volunteer during evacuation in Donetsk region

The photo of Viacheslav Ilchenko during the evacuation mission

UKRAINE, KOSTIANTYNIVKA, Dec. 25 — On Dec. 24, Russian forces attacked a car of an evacuation volunteer team with an FPV drone, killing Viacheslav Ilchenko, a Kharkiv volunteer and founder of "Nezlamna” (“Unbreakable”) charity, said the “Rose on the …

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SBU drones hit Krasnodar Krai seaport, Orenburg gas plant, source says

SBU drones hit Krasnodar Krai seaport, Orenburg gas plant, source says

Drones from the "Alpha" Special Operations Center of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) struck the Temryuk Seaport in Krasnodar Krai and a gas processing plant in Orenburg Oblast overnight on Dec. 25, an agency source confirmed to the Kyiv …
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At least 2 killed, 35 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 2 killed, 35 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

Russia launched 131 drones at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 106 drones. At least 22 drones made it through, striking 15 locations.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,201,230 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,201,230 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 860 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Russians Illegally Obtain Romanian Passports Using Data of Fallen Ukrainian Soldiers

Since 1991, Romanian law permits foreigners to obtain Romanian citizenship without mandatory residence through a process called ‘restoration’ if they prove a grandparent or great-grandparent was born or lived in the territory of the …

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French troops secretly arrive in Donbas to train on advanced drones

French military personnel are already in eastern Ukraine with a specific mission.

French service members have been discreetly traveling to Ukrainian-controlled areas of Donbas to train near the front on operating combat drones, reports Paris Match, …

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‘A breakthrough is underway’: Russian war bloggers lament loss of Kupyansk

Ukrainian Forces continue a successful operation to de-occupy Kupyansk from Russian troops. Russia’s military does not control the city, and those who remain there are taking significant losses.

That information sharply contrasts with reports from …

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How Russia could use any "free zone" against Ukraine #shorts

How Russia could use any "free zone" against Ukraine #shorts

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Russian officials claim 16 drones headed for Moscow were downed on Christmas Eve

Russian officials claim 16 drones headed for Moscow were downed on Christmas Eve

Russia's Defense Ministry reported that between 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. Moscow time on Dec. 24, its air defense systems intercepted and destroyed 132 Ukrainian drones.

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NEWSFLASH: Unknown object in Ukrainian airspace

NEWSFLASH: Unknown object in Ukrainian airspace

Editor’s Note:

Wishing you a peaceful Christmas from all of us at The Counteroffensive.

Tim and Tania spent Christmas Eve with the Khartiia Brigrade in the Kharkiv region of northeastern Ukraine. More on that soon.

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20 points of peace: chance for Ukraine or step toward dangerous compromise?

20 points of peace: chance for Ukraine or step toward dangerous compromise?

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🔥The Armed Forces of Ukraine control the north of Pokrovsk and eliminate the enemy #shorts

🔥The Armed Forces of Ukraine control the north of Pokrovsk and eliminate the enemy #shorts

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Belarus imprisons citizen who fought for Russia in Ukraine, defying Moscow

Belarusian authorities have sent to prison a Belarusian national who fought for Russia against Ukraine, in a move analysts describe as a pointed signal despite Minsk’s alliance with the Kremlin.

According to Dissidentby, a Belarusian court sentenced …

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Russian troops step up pressure on Mirnohrad as Ukraine reinforces defenses and supply corridors

Russian army is stepping up pressure on Mirnohrad in the Donetsk region, a key objective for its advance in this sector, the press service of the 7th Corps of the Air Assault Forces said.

“To achieve its goal, the enemy has concentrated around ten …

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Ukrainian Forces strike Russian drone operator positions in Donetsk region, repel assaults near Pokrovsk

Ukrainian Forces struck positions used by Russian drone operators in Siversk and Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region, the Eastern Group of Forces said on December 24.

According to the statement, 1,217 drones of various types and 105 other pieces of …

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Ukraine says it struck Russia's only Il-38N in the Black Sea

Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) says it hit a Russian Il-38N maritime patrol aircraft at the Yeysk airfield. It was the only aircraft of its type Russia had in the Black Sea, the SBU said.

The SBU released footage from the drone that struck the …

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'May he perish,' — Zelensky voices Ukrainians' wish in his Christmas Eve address

'May he perish,' — Zelensky voices Ukrainians' wish in his Christmas Eve address

"'May he perish,' each of us may think to ourselves," Zelensky said, referring to Russian President Vladimir Putin. "But when we turn to God, of course, we ask for something greater. We ask for peace for Ukraine."

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Another blast in Moscow kills two police officers allegedly involved in torturing Ukrainian POWs

Several blasts were reported at the site where a car belonging to Russian Gen. Fanil Sarvarov was previously blown up in a parking lot. Residents of Moscow’s Orekhovo-Borisovo district said they heard at least two loud “pops” on Yeletskaya Street, …

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'Medieval raids' — fear, uncertainty in Ukraine's Sumy Oblast border region

'Medieval raids' — fear, uncertainty in Ukraine's Sumy Oblast border region

As Ukraine’s future is debated in distant conference rooms and Ukrainians prepare to mark another wartime Christmas, dozens of residents of a small border village in Sumy Oblast have vanished across the Russian border — taken by force from their …

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Ukraine election poll shows tight first round, decisive Zaluzhnyi runoff win over Zelensky

Ukraine election poll shows tight first round, decisive Zaluzhnyi runoff win over Zelensky

In a hypothetical runoff between the two, Zaluzhnyi would secure a decisive victory, winning 64% of the vote compared to Zelensky's 36%, according to the poll.

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Christmas of strength and unity: Address by the President of Ukraine

Christmas of strength and unity: Address by the President of Ukraine

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Zelensky accuses China of providing Russia with satellite data to strike Ukraine’s energy infrastructure

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said he received a briefing from the head of Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service, Oleh Ivashchenko, including how Russia is targeting Ukrainian energy infrastructure using Chinese satellite images.

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Why Russia sent Ukrainian children to North Korea, explained

Why Russia sent Ukrainian children to North Korea, explained

The Kyiv Independent’s Myroslava Chauin speaks with Kateryna Rashevska, a legal expert at the Regional Center for Human Rights and a children’s rights activist, about evidence that Ukrainian children from Russian-occupied territories were transferred …
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Odesa father who lost family in drone strike survives second attack: ‘This time feels different’

Odesa father who lost family in drone strike survives second attack: ‘This time feels different’

When a Shahed drone struck Serhii Haidarzhy’s home in Odesa on Dec. 13, it was the second time in less than two years that a Russian weapon had shattered his life.

The first attack, on March 2, 2024, killed 12 people, including his wife, Anna …

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Ukraine on track to receive total of 3 million FPV drones in 2025, defense minister says

Ukraine on track to receive total of 3 million FPV drones in 2025, defense minister says

"The role of unmanned systems on the battlefield is growing, and therefore the production of innovative instruments of war is our number one priority," Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal said.

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Moscow explosion kills 2 Russian police officers tied to Ukrainian POW abuse, intelligence source says

Moscow explosion kills 2 Russian police officers tied to Ukrainian POW abuse, intelligence source says

Ukrainian intelligence sources said the officers had previously taken part in Russia's war against Ukraine and were implicated in the abuse of Ukrainian prisoners of war (POWs).

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2025 in 25 features from the Kyiv Independent

2025 in 25 features from the Kyiv Independent

As we enter 2026, here are 25 articles that reflected the year, from the rollercoaster of U.S. President Donald Trump's foreign policy to continued Russian attacks on the front line and hundreds of miles beyond.

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Territories and Zaporizhzhia plant — where US, Ukraine still can't find agreement

Territories and Zaporizhzhia plant — where US, Ukraine still can't find agreement

As President Volodymyr Zelensky unveiled details of a U.S.-Ukraine draft peace plan on Dec. 24, aimed at ending Russia's full-scale war, two key provisions remain unresolved.

The disagreements center on provisions 12 and 14 of the 20-point proposal. …

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Zelensky reveals full 20-point peace plan draft backed by Ukraine, US

Zelensky reveals full 20-point peace plan draft backed by Ukraine, US

After weeks of talks, Ukraine and the U.S. have prepared a draft of the revised peace plan to end Russia’s full-scale war.

The initial 28-point plan, which effectively pushed Ukraine toward capitulation, has been reworked into a 20-point framework, …

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,200,370 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,200,370 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The number includes 1,090 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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Russia’s hidden front: clash between Kadyrov’s Akhmat and Russian neo-Nazi community escalates

A fast-moving conflict has erupted in Russia between Chechen “Akhmat” units controlled by Ramzan Kadyrov and the neo-Nazi “Russian Community,” raising the prospect of a broader confrontation.

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Recruitment posters blanket Crimea as Russia’s security forces face shortages

Russian-occupied Crimea has been plastered with recruitment notices for Russia’s security services, a sign of a staffing crisis, according to human rights advocates.

Active recruitment of Russian security personnel in Crimea is being carried out …

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Ukrainian drone attack in Russia's Belgorod Oblast kills 1, injures 3, governor claims

Ukrainian drone attack in Russia's Belgorod Oblast kills 1, injures 3, governor claims

A Ukrainian drone attack in Russia's Belgorod Oblast killed one person and injured three others, Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov claimed late on Dec. 23.

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DRAFT agreements ready! Ukraine will NEVER be an obstacle to peace, says Zelenskyy #shorts

DRAFT agreements ready! Ukraine will NEVER be an obstacle to peace, says Zelenskyy #shorts

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Ukraine confirms withdrawal from Siversk

Ukraine’s General Staff has officially confirmed the withdrawal of Ukrainian units from Siversk in the Donetsk region.

Ukrainian military said the decision was made to preserve personnel and maintain combat capability amid extremely heavy fighting …

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Philanthropist Howard Buffett travels to Kupiansk suburb in Kharkiv Oblast to help evacuate civilians

Philanthropist Howard Buffett travels to Kupiansk suburb in Kharkiv Oblast to help evacuate civilians

Buffett received a state award from President Volodymyr Zelensky in 2024, naming him a "National Legend of Ukraine."

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Ukraine set to count voters, preparing for potential elections during war

Ukraine set to count voters, preparing for potential elections during war

"Updating the voter register is one of the fundamental conditions for holding any elections," said David Arakhamia, leader of the Servant of the People faction. "The war has had a significant impact on demographic indicators, and this must be …
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Chart of the week: What did Ukrainians search online in 2025?

Chart of the week: What did Ukrainians search online in 2025?

This year saw Donald Trump's return to the presidency, a shouting match with President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office, and the famed U.S.-Ukraine "minerals deal."

There were talks in Istanbul, Alaska, Miami, Geneva — almost Budapest — and peace …

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Switzerland extradites Ukrainian over Russian-backed sabotage plot

Switzerland extradites Ukrainian over Russian-backed sabotage plot

The suspect was arrested in Switzerland in May. Two other participants of the alleged plot were also arrested in Germany the same month.

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Aksyonov: Mobile internet restrictions in Crimea to remain in place until war ends

Authorities in Crimea will keep mobile internet restrictions in place until the war in Ukraine ends due to security concerns, Sergei Aksyonov, the head of annexed Crimea, said, adding that “there was no other way.”

“Until the end of the special …

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Ukrainian Forces in Mirnohrad face operational encirclement amid severe logistics constraints, MP says

MP Roman Kostenko says Ukrainian units in Mirnohrad, Donetsk region, have been pushed into an operational encirclement. Russian control of the skies and key logistics routes is complicating deliveries of food and ammunition to frontline troops. …

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⚡️ CRIMEA UNDER FIRE! UKRAINE STRIKES BELBEK — RUSSIA THREATENS WITH "ORESHNIK" FROM BELARUS

⚡️ CRIMEA UNDER FIRE! UKRAINE STRIKES BELBEK — RUSSIA THREATENS WITH "ORESHNIK" FROM BELARUS

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Putin issued a decree. Now, thousands of Ukrainians face losing their homes

Putin issued a decree. Now, thousands of Ukrainians face losing their homes

Editor's note: The names of some of those from Russian-occupied Ukraine have been changed for security reasons.

With one decree, Russian President Vladimir Putin this month effectively legalized property theft in Ukraine's occupied territories.

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Ukrainian man spying for Belarus sentenced to 15 years in prison

Ukrainian man spying for Belarus sentenced to 15 years in prison

The 24-year-old unemployed man was recruited by Belarusian State Security Committee (KGB) to spy on Ukraine's northern borders.

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Ukraine to streamline artillery fleet, potentially centering on Bohdana howitzer

Ukraine’s Defense Forces are currently fielding about 30 different artillery systems against Russian forces, most of them foreign-made.

The Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) now operate a wide range of domestic and foreign artillery platforms, but over …

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Ukraine withdraws from Siversk, Donetsk Oblast, General Staff says

Ukraine withdraws from Siversk, Donetsk Oblast, General Staff says

Ukrainian soldiers withdrew from the settlement "in order to save lives and maintain the combat capability of units."

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⚡️ PORTUGAL AND UKRAINE BUILDING A SEA DRONE FLEET! JD Vance announces BREAKTHROUGH in Miami

⚡️ PORTUGAL AND UKRAINE BUILDING A SEA DRONE FLEET! JD Vance announces BREAKTHROUGH in Miami

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About 100 Russian troops enter Hrabovske in surprise assault as fighting rages in Ukraine’s Sumy region, military says

Around 100 Russian soldiers entered the border village of Hrabovske in Ukraine’s Sumy region during a surprise attack, and Ukrainian forces are now trying to push them out, a Ukrainian military spokesman said.

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Russian PMC Espanola leader Stanislav Orlov reportedly killed in occupied Crimea during masked raid

Stanislav Orlov, known by the nom de guerre “Spaniard,” was shot dead by masked security forces on December 4, according to Russian outlet ASTRA. Russian media kept news of his death under wraps for several days, ASTRA reported.

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Carol of the Bells: the song that made the world speak about Ukraine

Carol of the Bells: the song that made the world speak about Ukraine

About the author: Mariana Hirniak is a journalist and public speaker on Ukrainian culture and history.

In early 1919, when Ukraine's pleas for recognition were falling on largely deaf ears, it dispatched not only diplomats to Europe, but also a choir. …

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TRUMP: Negotiations to END the war between Ukraine and Russia are progressing! #shorts

TRUMP: Negotiations to END the war between Ukraine and Russia are progressing! #shorts

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Ukraine repels massive Russian drone and missile attack

Overnight into December 23, Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles at Ukraine. Ukraine’s air defenses shot down or suppressed 621 targets, but there were strikes in multiple locations.

Russia carried out a combined attack on Ukraine’s …

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The 425th Assault Regiment Skala has received an unspecified number of Australian-supplied M1 Abrams tanks. Most of the vehicles arrived in Ukraine in July, with the final delivery completed just…

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Russia incinerates birthplace of famous Christmas song

Russia incinerates birthplace of famous Christmas song

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⚡️635 DRONES AND 38 MISSILES! Russia strikes WESTERN Ukraine: three regions WITHOUT POWER!

⚡️635 DRONES AND 38 MISSILES! Russia strikes WESTERN Ukraine: three regions WITHOUT POWER!

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Bribes, TikTok, and escapes through disused pipelines — Ukraine's SBU reveals 'mobilization evasion schemes'

Bribes, TikTok, and escapes through disused pipelines — Ukraine's SBU reveals 'mobilization evasion schemes'

Under martial law, Ukrainian men aged 25 to 60 are subject to conscription and are forbidden from leaving the country except under a certain number of specific circumstances.

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Ukraine war latest live: Nearly 100 Russian troops enter Hrabovske, Sumy Oblast, in 'sudden' attack

Ukraine war latest live: Nearly 100 Russian troops enter Hrabovske, Sumy Oblast, in 'sudden' attack

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 2 times today. Around 100 Russian soldiers entered the village of Hrabovske in Sumy Oblast and attempted to advance toward the settlement of Riasne, …
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MASSIVE attack on Ukraine: consequences of the strike on KYIV #shorts

MASSIVE attack on Ukraine: consequences of the strike on KYIV #shorts

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Explosions heard in multiple cities as Russian missiles, drones target energy infrastructure in western Ukraine

Explosions heard in multiple cities as Russian missiles, drones target energy infrastructure in western Ukraine

The attack comes as President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Ukrainians should brace for mass Russian missile and drone strikes over the Christmas period.

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Ukrainian drones reportedly strike Russia's Stavrolen petrochemical plant

Ukrainian drones reportedly strike Russia's Stavrolen petrochemical plant

Ukraine's General Staff previously said that the plant produces drone components, composite materials, body parts, seals, and insulation for various types of Russian military equipment.

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Ukraine-Russia talks 'going along,' Trump says

Ukraine-Russia talks 'going along,' Trump says

U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking at an event in Palm Beach, Florida on Dec. 22, said talks on ending Russia's war in Ukraine are ongoing, but offered few specifics on progress, next steps, or deadlines.

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A Chapter Closes: Ukrainian International Legion Dissolves

In recent months, there have been many rumours circulating regarding the disbandment of the International Legion subordinated to the Ukrainian Ground Forces. The first steps in this disbandment process were…

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Lukashenko: Belarus will host no more than 10 Russian Oreshnik missile systems

Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko said Belarus will deploy no more than 10 Russian Oreshnik medium-range ballistic missile systems, after previously indicating Moscow could station more of the complexes in the country. His remarks were reported …

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NATO to open second Ukraine arms supply hub in January 2026

NATO is not scaling back assistance to Ukraine. Instead, it is building a second, more resilient supply system for the years ahead.

A second-largest logistics hub for delivering arms to Ukraine will begin operations In Romania in January 2026, …

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Zelensky says 20 points of US-Ukraine peace plan are ready after Miami talks

Work on a peace plan to resolve the conflict between Russia and Ukraine is ongoing, and 20 points have been finalized so far, developed with the participation of the United States and Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelensky announced this at a meeting …

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FOR THE FIRST TIME IN HISTORY! Ukraine united the ENTIRE WORLD around itself, – Zelenskyy #shorts

FOR THE FIRST TIME IN HISTORY! Ukraine united the ENTIRE WORLD around itself, – Zelenskyy #shorts

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With his right-hand man gone, Zelensky learns to rule Ukraine alone

With his right-hand man gone, Zelensky learns to rule Ukraine alone

It’s been nearly a month since President Volodymyr Zelensky was forced to oust his right-hand man. Unable to immediately find a due successor, the president is now running the country alone.

Being second only to the president, former President's …

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Czechia's security council to decide future of Ukraine ammunition initiative on Jan. 7

Czechia's security council to decide future of Ukraine ammunition initiative on Jan. 7

"In principle, the ammunition initiative has certainly been a good thing; the question is whether it has occurred without corruption," Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis said.

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$100 million blow: Ukrainian intelligence says it carried out daring strike inside Russia

Two Russian fighter jets - a Su-30 and a Su-27 - were put out of action overnight December 20–21 at a military airfield near Lipetsk, Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (GUR) said. The operation sparked a fire inside a protective aircraft hangar, …

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Kyiv Independent’s community has raised over $100,000 for Ukraine in 2025

Kyiv Independent’s community has raised over $100,000 for Ukraine in 2025

‌‌‌Earlier this year, the Kyiv Independent launched its “How to Help Ukraine” newsletter — a membership benefit created in direct response to our community’s requests for more ways to help Ukraine during Russia’s full-scale invasion. ‌‌In the first …
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EU and US pressure the Kremlin: money to Ukraine, sanctions on Russia

EU and US pressure the Kremlin: money to Ukraine, sanctions on Russia

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Russian general Fanil Sarvarov killed in car explosion in Moscow

A Kia Sorento exploded in Moscow’s Orekhovo-Borisovo district, killing Fanil Sarvarov, head of the Operational Training Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces.

The 56-year-old major general died in the hospital from his injuries, the Investigative …

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Ukrainian colonel confirms alleged Nord Stream coordinator served in special operations during 2022 blast

A Ukrainian colonel has confirmed that the man accused of coordinating the Nord Stream sabotage was serving in Ukraine’s military at the time of the blast, according to German outlet Der Spiegel.

Journalists obtained a Defense Ministry letter to the …

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$45 billion in aid: how partners strengthened Ukraine's defense in 2025 #shorts

$45 billion in aid: how partners strengthened Ukraine's defense in 2025 #shorts

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From peace talks with Russia to elections in Ukraine, here's what our journalists expect to cover in 2026

From peace talks with Russia to elections in Ukraine, here's what our journalists expect to cover in 2026

As 2025 draws to a close, Ukraine once again finds itself at a critical juncture.

In the last few months alone, Ukrainians have faced pressure from seemingly every side: a renewed push from the U.S. for an unfavorable peace with Russia, a major …

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Moscow threatens to shut down internet in Belgorod region following residents’ complaints to Putin

Moscow is threatening to cut off internet access across the Belgorod region if local activists and media don’t stop publicly complaining about the issue.

The Kremlin is rapidly pushing Russia into digital isolation, residents of the border region …

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Vance touts 'breakthrough' in talks, but says Ukraine-Russia peace far from certain

Vance touts 'breakthrough' in talks, but says Ukraine-Russia peace far from certain

"I think that we've made progress, but sitting here today, I wouldn't say with confidence that we're going to get to a peaceful resolution," U.S. Vice President JD Vance said.

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Zelensky reportedly meets daily with ousted aide Andriy Yermak amid uncertainty over new chief of staff

Former head of Ukraine’s presidential office Andriy Yermak, who resigned in late November after searches at his home amid a corruption scandal at state-owned Energoatom, speaks with President Volodymyr Zelensky every evening at the president’s …

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Ukraine war latest live: 'Extremely difficult' situation as Russian forces attempt to cross Siverskyi Donets River

Ukraine war latest live: 'Extremely difficult' situation as Russian forces attempt to cross Siverskyi Donets River

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 5 times today. The situation near Siversk, Donetsk Oblast, is "extremely difficult" as Russian forces continue to attempt crossings of the Siverskyi …
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Ukrainian partisans set ablaze Russian Su-30, Su-27 fighter jets in Lipetsk Oblast, HUR says

Ukrainian partisans set ablaze Russian Su-30, Su-27 fighter jets in Lipetsk Oblast, HUR says

The attack targeted an airfield near the city of Lipetsk, about 340 kilometers (210 miles) from the Ukrainian border, and caused two military aircraft to catch fire.

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High-ranking Russian general killed in Moscow car bombing

High-ranking Russian general killed in Moscow car bombing

An explosive device attached to the underside of Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov's car detonated on Yaseneva Street in Moscow on Dec. 22.

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US Senator Graham says Tomahawks should go to Ukraine if Putin rejects peace deal

US Senator Graham says Tomahawks should go to Ukraine if Putin rejects peace deal

"If Putin says no, we need to dramatically change the game, including giving Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine to hit the drone and missile factories that exist in Russia. I would go all in if Putin says no," U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham said on Dec. 21. …

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Orban says Ukraine's collapse would be a catastrophe for Hungary, urges peace

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban insisted he does not want Ukraine to collapse.

In a post on X, he said such an outcome would be a catastrophe for Hungary. Orban made the remarks at a so-called anti-war rally in the Hungarian city of Szeged. He …

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Kremlin agrees to Macron’s proposal to resume contacts, Paris to set terms in coming days

Vladimir Putin is ready to resume talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told RIA Novosti. Earlier, on December 19, the French President said in Brussels that it would be “useful again” for Europeans to speak …

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Kremlin aide Ushakov denies plans for US-Ukraine-Russia meeting, criticizes European changes to US peace plan

Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov has denied reports that a direct meeting is being prepared between representatives of the United States, Ukraine and Russia. “So far, no one has seriously discussed this initiative, and as far as I know it is …

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Umerov asked FBI chief not to assist NABU in Mindich case, report says

Rustem Umerov, head of Ukraine’s National Security and Defense Council and the country’s negotiating delegation, asked FBI Director Kash Patel during a meeting not to provide assistance to investigators at Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau …

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What We’ve Learned Covering NATO’s Eastern Flank for Nine Months

What We’ve Learned Covering NATO’s Eastern Flank for Nine Months

Here is a short personal observation on what we have learned over the past nine months of releasing RedHorizon, our weekly research brief covering the military situation in Ukraine, Belarus, and NATO’s Eastern Flank.

The bottom line up front is that I …

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Ukrainian drone attack sets Russian pipeline ablaze in Krasnodar Krai, officials say

Ukrainian drone attack sets Russian pipeline ablaze in Krasnodar Krai, officials say

Drone debris hit a pipeline at a terminal in Volna, a village in the region's Temryuk district, the Krasnodar Krai Emergency Headquarters said. A fire broke out as a result of the attack.

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How Russia is fighting with fakes against Ukraine and the West #shorts

How Russia is fighting with fakes against Ukraine and the West #shorts

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KREMLIN IN SHOCK: €90bn for Ukraine, strikes on Russia’s shadow fleet, AFU push in Kupiansk

KREMLIN IN SHOCK: €90bn for Ukraine, strikes on Russia’s shadow fleet, AFU push in Kupiansk

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Ukraine war latest: Ukrainian drones hit 2 Russian Su-27 jets in Crimea, intelligence agency says

Ukraine war latest: Ukrainian drones hit 2 Russian Su-27 jets in Crimea, intelligence agency says

Key developments on Dec. 20-21:

  • Ukrainian drones hit 2 Russian Su-27 jets in Crimea, intelligence agency says
  • France and Russia signal openness to holding separate talks as US-led peace efforts remain inconclusive
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Ukrainian, US delegates hold another round of talks as Russian team meets Americans in Miami

Ukrainian, US delegates hold another round of talks as Russian team meets Americans in Miami

The meeting is part of ongoing diplomatic negotiations in Washington's latest push to secure a peace deal. A Russian team is also expected to meet with U.S. delegates again on Dec. 21.

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Russian attack stalls as Ukraine destroys assault group in Kharkiv border village

A stretch of the front that had been relatively quiet became a new pressure point for Russia — but the push fell short, according to Ukrainian officials.

Ukraine’s Defense Forces say they foiled an attempted assault on the border village of …

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Ukrainian military: fighting continues in Hrabovske, Sumy region

Clashes are ongoing in the village of Hrabovske in the Sumy region, where Ukraine’s defense forces are battling Russian occupiers and trying to push them back across the border into Russia, said the Joint Forces Task Force in a post on Telegram:

“At …

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Kremlin again rejects US-led Ukraine peace plan as Miami talks proceed

A top aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin, Yuri Ushakov, said Moscow will reject the peace plan the United States is trying to coordinate with Ukraine and European partners.

As Washington holds intensive talks to align a peace proposal with …

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France and Russia signal openness to holding separate talks as US-led peace efforts remain inconclusive

France and Russia signal openness to holding separate talks as US-led peace efforts remain inconclusive

On Dec. 17, Russian President Vladimir Putin lashed out at Western leaders during an annual meeting with his defense ministry, calling European leaders "piglets" and declaring that the goals of Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine would be met …
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'Not under discussion': Kremlin denies preparations for trilateral US-Ukraine-Russia talks

'Not under discussion': Kremlin denies preparations for trilateral US-Ukraine-Russia talks

Ukrainian and Russian delegations have rushed to Miami to take part in yet another round of talks with the U.S. representatives in what some see as an American effort to end Russia's war against Ukraine.

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How Russia split my family over Christmas

How Russia split my family over Christmas

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We’re announcing our new 2026 Wild Animals of War calendar! If you’re a free subscriber, upgrade to an annual plan today and get one for free. …

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Russian troops launch nearly 100 drones overnight, killing 4, injuring 19

Russian troops launch nearly 100 drones overnight, killing 4, injuring 19

Russian forces launched one Iskander-M ballistic missile from Russia’s Rostov Oblast, along with 97 drones from Russia’s Millerovo, Kursk, Orel, Primorsko-Akhtarsk, and Russian-occupied Crimea overnight, according to Ukraine's Air Force.

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Ukrainian partisans sabotage key railway hub in Russia's Rostov Oblast, group claims

Ukrainian partisans sabotage key railway hub in Russia's Rostov Oblast, group claims

Atesh operatives set fire at a railway hub in Bataysk, in Russia's Rostov Oblast, which Russian troops use to supply their forces in occupied parts of Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, and Donetsk oblasts, as well as Crimea.

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Ukraine to replace head of Southern Air Command following repeated deadly Russian strikes in Odesa Oblast

Ukraine to replace head of Southern Air Command following repeated deadly Russian strikes in Odesa Oblast

"No matter how difficult it is for us, we need to protect as many people as possible, protect Odesa and our other regions as much as possible," President Volodymyr Zelensky said of the planned replacement.

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Australia completes delivery of 49 Abrams tanks to Ukraine

In 2024, Australia approved the transfer of 49 Abrams tanks to Ukraine as part of a $245 million military package.

Australia has delivered the final batch of M1A1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, completing its earlier pledge, ABC reports, citing the …

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EU blacklist prompts Armenia and Serbia to cut off Russian banking clients

A new European Union move is deepening Russia’s financial isolation, reshaping the rules for individuals and businesses.

Russia’s new status in the EU’s financial system is triggering a chain reaction: foreign banks are opting to cut ties with …

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🇺🇸 Buck from Texas: How I became a Ukrainian intelligence scout #shorts

🇺🇸 Buck from Texas: How I became a Ukrainian intelligence scout #shorts

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Final version of the peace project? The US, Ukraine, and allies to meet in Miami

Final version of the peace project? The US, Ukraine, and allies to meet in Miami

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Zelensky says Ukraine is organizing overseas voting, ties wartime elections to a ceasefire

Holding elections during wartime hinges on security, and a ceasefire is needed inside Ukraine at least for the duration of voting, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

Russian President Vladimir Putin cannot decide when or how elections in Ukraine will …

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Veteran from TEXAS IN UKRAINE: From farming to fighting Russia

Veteran from TEXAS IN UKRAINE: From farming to fighting Russia

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Russia to scrap military cooperation agreements with 11 European countries

Russia’s Defense Ministry has received government approval to terminate 10 military cooperation agreements and one related memorandum signed with European countries between 1992 and 2002, according to a decree published Friday, December 19, on the …

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Ukraine working on mechanism for overseas voting for citizens living abroad, Zelensky says

Ukraine working on mechanism for overseas voting for citizens living abroad, Zelensky says

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry is working on establishing a mechanism for providing Ukrainian citizen living abroad the ability to vote in the country's next election, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Dec. 20.

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Ukraine and Portugal to jointly produce sea drones as U.S. interest grows

Ukraine and Portugal have agreed to launch joint production of Ukrainian sea drones, presidential adviser Oleksandr Kamyshin said.

Kamyshin described the systems as advanced combat technologies that have already proven their effectiveness in battle. …

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Ukrainian forces mount successful counterattacks as Pokrovsk remains the hottest sector, Syrskyi says

Ukraine’s Forces are carrying out successful counterattacks in several areas and inflicting significant losses on Russian occupation troops, Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said in a Facebook post

He said Russian forces are attempting to press …

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Zelensky rates European guarantees at 90% as talks advance, urges concrete US commitments

Ukraine and its Western partners have made headway in talks on future security guarantees to deter another Russian invasion, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

In an interview with Poland’s PAP news agency, Zelensky said negotiations on the …

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Umerov: Ukraine, U.S., and European partners agree on next steps in talks on Trump’s Ukraine peace plan

On December 19, U.S. officials held talks with a Ukrainian delegation and European partners on ending Russia’s war against Ukraine, National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov wrote on his Telegram channel.

According to him, the …

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Zelensky says real peace deal must include firm security guarantees as US proposes trilateral talks with Russia and Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said there is no peace agreement today because any real document Kyiv can sign must include clear security guarantees. He also said the United States has proposed a trilateral meeting with Russia and Ukraine. …

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Ukraine, Portugal sign partnership to produce sea drones, Zelensky says

Ukraine, Portugal sign partnership to produce sea drones, Zelensky says

Sea drones have become a crucial component of Ukraine's defense toolkit, and co-production with a NATO ally could enhance long-term output and deepen European defense-industrial cooperation at sea.

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Fighting intensifies around Myrnohrad as analysts label the city a ‘gray zone’

Analysts at DeepState say the city of Myrnohrad in the Pokrovsk district of Ukraine’s Donetsk region has shifted into a “gray zone,” meaning it is not controlled by either Russian or Ukrainian forces. Operational Command “East,” however, says …

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Ukraine says it destroyed a Russian patrol ship and struck a Lukoil drilling platform in the Caspian Sea

Ukraine’s Defense Forces struck a Russian warship, the Project 22460 patrol vessel “Okhotnik,” and a drilling platform at the Filanovsky oil and gas field in the Caspian Sea. A radar landing system, the RSP-6M2, in Crimea was also hit.

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SBU drones destroy Russian Su-27, damage another, at Belbek air base in occupied Crimea

Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) says it used long-range drones to destroy a Russian Su-27 fighter at the Belbek military airfield in Russian-occupied Crimea and damaged another.

According to the SBU, the operation was conducted by the Special …

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WATCH! EU launches €90B for Ukraine | War hits Russia | Trump’s sanctions game

WATCH! EU launches €90B for Ukraine | War hits Russia | Trump’s sanctions game

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🤝IMPORTANT COOPERATION! Ukraine and Portugal will jointly manufacture marine drones #shorts

🤝IMPORTANT COOPERATION! Ukraine and Portugal will jointly manufacture marine drones #shorts

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Ministry says 202 Indian citizens recruited by Russia to fight in war against Ukraine

Ministry says 202 Indian citizens recruited by Russia to fight in war against Ukraine

According. Ukraine's Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War, Russia had mobilized 18,092 foreigners from 128 countries as of October.

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Ukrainian drones hit 2 Russian Su-27 jets in Crimea, intelligence agency says

Ukrainian drones hit 2 Russian Su-27 jets in Crimea, intelligence agency says

The drones are operated by the SBU's Special Operations Center "A" (Alpha), according to the agency.

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What is known about US-promised security guarantees for Ukraine

Peace talks in Berlin

On Dec. 14, in Berlin, Ukraine and the US discussed a potential peace deal with Russia. Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, headed the Ukrainian delegation. On the American side were Steve Witkoff, Trump’s special envoy to Kyiv, and Jared …

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Putin envoy heads to Miami for talks on Ukraine peace plan, Reuters reports

Putin envoy heads to Miami for talks on Ukraine peace plan, Reuters reports

The planned Miami meetings follow Witkoff and Kushner’s talks in Berlin earlier this week with Ukrainian and European officials on revisions to a U.S.-backed peace plan.

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At least 1 killed, 20 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

At least 1 killed, 20 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day

According to the Ukrainian Air Force, Russia targeted Ukraine overnight with three Iskander-M ballistic missiles launched from occupied Crimea and 51 attack drones.

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Ukrainian special forces hit Russian patrol ship and oil platform in Caspian Sea

Ukrainian special forces hit Russian patrol ship and oil platform in Caspian Sea

SSO drones also hit a Russian oil platform located at the Filanovsky oil and gas field in the Caspian Sea. The platform is owned by Russian oil company Lukoil and is used for oil and gas extraction.

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General Staff: Russia has lost 1,195,610 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,195,610 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

Russia has lost around 1,195,610 troops in Ukraine since the beginning of its full-scale invasion on Feb. 24, 2022, the General Staff of Ukraine's Armed Forces reported on Dec. 20.

The number includes 1,090 casualties that Russian forces suffered over …

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Ukrainian drones are becoming increasingly dangerous for Russia #shorts

Ukrainian drones are becoming increasingly dangerous for Russia #shorts

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Ukrainian forces push back Russian troops near Novopavlivka

Ukrainian Forces are close to liberation Novopavlivka, leaving Russian troops without ammunition and food as they gradually lose positions and personnel.

Ukraine’s military has made gains on the southwestern flank of Novopavlivka in the …

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Ukrainian drone strike hits Russian drilling platform in the Caspian Sea, third such attack on offshore facilities

Ukrainian media including Kanal 5 and Hromadske reported, citing a security service source, that a drilling platform at the Rakushechnoye field in the Caspian Sea was hit with drones.

According to the source, the operation was conducted with a drone. …

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€90 billion for Ukraine: a historic decision by the EU #shorts

€90 billion for Ukraine: a historic decision by the EU #shorts

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US 'not concerned' about Russia as it ramps up aggression against Venezuela, Rubio says

US 'not concerned' about Russia as it ramps up aggression against Venezuela, Rubio says

"We're not concerned about an escalation with Russia, with regards to Venezuela ... I think they have their hands full in Ukraine," U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Dec. 19.

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Lukashenko says Russia’s Oreshnik missile system is now on combat duty in Belarus

Belarusian president Alexander Lukashenko says Russia’s experimental road-mobile ground-based missile system Oreshnik was placed on combat duty in Belarus on December 17.

He made the announcement in his Address to the Belarusian People and …

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Russia’s defense minister Andrei Belousov faces Putin's ire over air-defense gaps and military logistics failures

Andrei Belousov, who replaced Sergei Shoigu as Russia’s defense minister, is facing mounting criticism and, critics say, could be headed for dismissal - or even legal trouble - as he struggles to paper over gaps in the Russian military.

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Russian submarines under fire: Ukraine deploys underwater drones

Russian submarines under fire: Ukraine deploys underwater drones

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Russia seals Novorossiysk naval base with barges after Ukrainian drone strike

After a Ukrainian underwater drone attack, Russia has effectively sealed off its naval base in Novorossiysk. The harbor entrance is blocked by barges and boom barriers, limiting the ability of its ships to head out to sea.

In Novorossiysk, Russian …

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Ukraine's financial shield: Europe provides €90 billion #shorts

Ukraine's financial shield: Europe provides €90 billion #shorts

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Fact-check: Debunking Russian propaganda about 'persecution of Christians' in Ukraine

Fact-check: Debunking Russian propaganda about 'persecution of Christians' in Ukraine

The supposed "persecution of Christians" in Ukraine ranks among the most popular tropes of Russian disinformation.

Kremlin propaganda has sought to cast the state's push to limit the influence of the Kremlin-linked Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the …

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Two Colombians captured near Pokrovsk say Russian recruiters lured them with job promises

Soldiers from Ukraine’s 425th Separate Assault Regiment “Skelya” say they captured “unusual” fighters near Pokrovsk - two Colombian citizens who, during questioning, described how they ended up in the Russian military.

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Ukraine's delegation to meet American officials in US for new round of talks

Ukraine's delegation to meet American officials in US for new round of talks

Kyiv has already held consultations with European partners and is now preparing for continued discussions with the U.S., according to deligation head, Rustem Umerov. General Andrii Hnatov, chief of Ukraine's General Staff, will also take part in the …

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Zelensky says Ukraine and US remain split on Donbas, Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, and a reparations-backed loan mechanism

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv and Washington have yet to align on three key issues: the status of the Donbas, control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, and a reparations-backed loan mechanism. He spoke at a briefing.

“As for …

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Ukrainian drones strike Russia’s Belbek air base in Crimea, destroying a MiG-31 and radars worth up to $300 million

Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) says its drones blew up a Russian MiG-31 fighter jet stationed at the Belbek military base in occupied Crimea. The agency released a series of photos showing strikes on the aircraft, radar installations and other key …

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RECORD aid to UKRAINE! A €90 billion loan and the results of the “Ramstein” meeting | In Focus

RECORD aid to UKRAINE! A €90 billion loan and the results of the “Ramstein” meeting | In Focus

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FAB-500 bomb falls near kindergarten in Belgorod, prompting mass evacuation

Russian warplanes have repeatedly dropped munitions over Belgorod Oblast during the war due to reported malfunctions in glide kits, leading to bombs falling on populated areas.

On December 18, officials confirmed that the bomb dropped near …

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Ukraine reportedly strikes Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker in the Mediterranean Sea

A vessel from Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet” has been attacked in the Mediterranean, according to journalist Alexander Nevzorov. He said the ship was struck by sea drones, sparking a fire on board. He posted video of the burning vessel and …

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Investigation: Sick Ukrainian children exploited in fraudulent charity campaigns linked to US, Israel

Investigation: Sick Ukrainian children exploited in fraudulent charity campaigns linked to US, Israel

Editor's note: This story is a collaboration between the Kyiv Independent and Factcheck Bulgaria.

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Inside a Ukrainian power plant Russia keeps hitting

Inside a Ukrainian power plant Russia keeps hitting

The Kyiv Independent’s Dominic Culverwell reports from an undisclosed thermal power plant operated by DTEK, Ukraine’s largest private energy company, to show how energy workers are keeping critical infrastructure running as temperatures drop and …
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“I won’t go through occupation again” — life in Ukrainian village one mile from Russia

Locals at the railway station in Kozacha Lopan

UKRAINE, SLATYNE — The car accelerates from Derhachi north of Kharkiv along the highway towards Kozacha Lopan, a village located one mile away from Russia. “Unbuckle your seatbelt,” the driver says, hitting 75 miles/hour. Rules don't apply here and …

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NEWSFLASH: Putin rejects Trump’s peace process

NEWSFLASH: Putin rejects Trump’s peace process

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Ukrainian drones hit the Russian cities of Rostov-on-Don, Oryol, and Tolyatti, damaging power and industrial facilities

In the early hours of December 19, Ukrainian drones hit the Russian cities of Rostov-on-Don, Oryol and Tolyatti, according to the Telegram channel ASTRA.

Rostov region Governor Yuri Slyusar and Rostov Mayor Alexander Skryabin confirmed the attack on …

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Ukraine war latest: Tens of thousands left without electricity following attacks; Kyiv strikes Russia's shadow fleet tanker in Mediterranean Sea

Ukraine war latest: Tens of thousands left without electricity following attacks; Kyiv strikes Russia's shadow fleet tanker in Mediterranean Sea

Over 73,000 consumers in Odesa Oblast and over 26,000 in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast remain without power, Ukrenergo wrote on Telegram.

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Ukrainian drones hit Russia's shadow fleet tanker in Mediterranean Sea for the first time, source says

Ukrainian drones hit Russia's shadow fleet tanker in Mediterranean Sea for the first time, source says

In "a new unprecedented special operation" in neutral waters more than 2,000 kilometers from Ukraine, Russia's QENDIL tanker sustained "critical damage" and can no longer be used for its intended purpose, the source claimed.

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Ukraine says 1,003 bodies of fallen soldiers return home

Ukraine says 1,003 bodies of fallen soldiers return home

Ukraine will conduct necessary examinations to identify the bodies, which Russia says belong to Ukrainian soldiers, the Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War reported.

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Putin repeats maximalist demands for peace talks as he starts annual press conference

Putin repeats maximalist demands for peace talks as he starts annual press conference

"Nevertheless, we see, feel, and know about certain signals, including from (Ukraine), that they are ready to engage in some kind of dialogue," Russian President Vladimir Putin said.

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Trump signs defense spending bill into law, providing $400 million annually in military assistance to Ukraine through 2027

Trump signs defense spending bill into law, providing $400 million annually in military assistance to Ukraine through 2027

U.S. President Donald Trump signed into law a $900 billion defense spending bill on Dec. 18, approving a sweeping package that includes $800 million in military assistance for Ukraine.

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EU leaders agree on $105 billion loan to secure Ukraine’s financing through 2027

EU leaders agree on $105 billion loan to secure Ukraine’s financing through 2027

European leaders approved an interest-free loan for Ukraine, providing a financial lifeline and securing the cash-strapped country’s financing needs for at least the next two years, EU Council President Antonio Costa said.

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Trump says he hopes Ukraine 'moves quickly' as peace talks continue

Trump says he hopes Ukraine 'moves quickly' as peace talks continue

U.S. President Donald Trump said Dec. 18 that he hopes Ukraine will move quickly amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to end Russia's war.

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'Irreparable loss' — Ukrainian Mi-24 helicopter crew killed in combat mission, brigade says

'Irreparable loss' — Ukrainian Mi-24 helicopter crew killed in combat mission, brigade says

A Ukrainian Mi-24 helicopter crew was killed in combat, the 12th Separate Army Aviation Brigade reported Dec. 18. "This is an irreparable loss for our aviation, for our country, and for the families who were waiting for their loved ones at home," the …
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Ukrainian passport appears in newly released Epstein photos

Ukrainian passport appears in newly released Epstein photos

Democratic members of the U.S. Congress released additional photos from the Jeffrey Epstein estate on Dec. 18, including images of a Ukrainian woman's passport.

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Russia's €210 billion to Ukraine – will the EU transfer the Kremlin's frozen assets?| News Pulse

Russia's €210 billion to Ukraine – will the EU transfer the Kremlin's frozen assets?| News Pulse

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Is real peace in Ukraine possible?#shorts

Is real peace in Ukraine possible?#shorts

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US, Ukraine minerals deal will finally go live in 2026

US, Ukraine minerals deal will finally go live in 2026

The fund's board of directors reached final consensus on several administrative steps on Dec. 18, paving the way for the fund to accept investments starting in early 2026.

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Putin, the people, or both? The unresolved question of responsibility in Russia

Putin, the people, or both? The unresolved question of responsibility in Russia

About the author: Archil Jangirashvili is a Georgian lawyer and academic specializing in law, political ethics, and human rights.

The question of whether Russian society bears responsibility for Vladimir Putin’s actions has been raised repeatedly …

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Man who couldn’t evacuate from Kupiansk for a month after stepping on mine gets treatment in Kharkiv

UKRAINE, KHARKIV, Dec. 18 — A man from Kupiansk who got injured on a mine while running away from Russian drones was transported to Kharkiv and treated there, reported Kharkiv military hospital on Facebook. Before that, he couldn’t evacuate from …

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Putin claims Russia has 'liberated' 300 settlements in Ukraine, says offensive could accelerate

Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed that in 2025 his forces captured more than 300 settlements in Ukraine and said the Russian military can “increase the pace” along key fronts.

Putin’s comments about the Russian military’s “successes” in the …

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Ukraine warns of Russian recruitment of teenagers in expanding hybrid war

The Kremlin’s hybrid war against Ukraine extends beyond the battlefield to internal destabilization efforts. Approximately 200 Ukrainian teenagers await trial at Kyiv’s Lukyanivka remand center on charges of treason tied to aiding Russian …

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Nearly 60% of Ukrainians see Zelensky as responsible for his associate's role in major corruption scandal, poll shows

Nearly 60% of Ukrainians see Zelensky as responsible for his associate's role in major corruption scandal, poll shows

According to the survey, 77% of Ukrainians are aware of the investigation, and 59% believe President Volodymyr Zelensky bears responsibility for the recent corruption scandal.

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Zelensky supports online voting in future presidential election

Zelensky supports online voting in future presidential election

Zelensky was commenting on a potential future election as part of a peace or ceasefire deal that Ukraine has been discussing with the U.S.

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Frankenburg Technologies Successfully Tests "Frankenburg Mark 1" Missile at Ādaži Military Base

On December 18, 2025, at the Ādaži military base in Latvia, Frakenburg Technologies conducted successful tests of its newly-developed “Frankenburg Mark 1” guided missile. This missile, designed for mass production using commercially …

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The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for a Product Manager.

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❗️Without the tranche in spring, Ukraine will significantly reduce drone production, says Zelenskyy

❗️Without the tranche in spring, Ukraine will significantly reduce drone production, says Zelenskyy

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Ukraine war latest live: Ukrainian forces say they counterattacked near Lyman — and wiped out a Russian regiment

Ukraine war latest live: Ukrainian forces say they counterattacked near Lyman — and wiped out a Russian regiment

Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated (6) times today.

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Ukraine retakes 90% of Kupyansk and gains ground near Pokrovsk

Russia has built up a force of roughly 710,000 troops for a strategic offensive but has yet to achieve meaningful operational gains, Ukraine’s top general said.

Ukrainian troops have regained control of nearly 90% of the city of Kupyansk in the …

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I build robots to save lives: Here’s why Europe must invest in Ukraine’s civil security

I build robots to save lives: Here’s why Europe must invest in Ukraine’s civil security

About the author: Cyril Kabbara is the founder and CEO of Shark Robotics.

This week, my company, Shark Robotics, a French high-tech scale-up and a world leader in civil protection robotics, delivered 40 Colossus robots to Ukraine’s State Emergency …

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Orban says he wrote to Putin, fearing Russia’s response to EU plan to use frozen assets for Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has acknowledged that he personally reached out to Vladimir Putin for clarification, saying he was concerned about Moscow’s reaction to European Union actions.

Orban said he sent a letter to Putin asking how …

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Ukrainian forces counterattack near Lyman, claim Russian regiment destroyed

Ukrainian forces counterattack near Lyman, claim Russian regiment destroyed

Ukrainian forces counterattacked near Lyman in Donetsk Oblast, the Third Army Corps said, claiming an entire Russian regiment was destroyed and prisoners were taken.

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SBU says drones hit Russian equipment worth hundreds of millions at Belbek airfield in occupied Crimea

SBU says drones hit Russian equipment worth hundreds of millions at Belbek airfield in occupied Crimea

Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) has struck a Russian military airfield in occupied Crimea, reportedly destroying air defense equipment worth hundreds of millions of dollars, the agency said in a Telegram post on Dec. 18.

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Ukrainian delegation to visit US for peace talks on Dec. 19-20, Zelensky says

Ukrainian delegation to visit US for peace talks on Dec. 19-20, Zelensky says

The discussions will concern the 20-point peace plan, security guarantees, reconstruction, and all relevant steps and documents, Zelensky told journalists.

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Zelensky arrives in Brussels to attend crucial EU summit

Zelensky arrives in Brussels to attend crucial EU summit

European leaders are expected to decide on Dec. 18–19 whether to proceed with a "reparations loan," a plan to lend up to 210 billion euros in frozen Russian assets to Ukraine.

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Ukrainian drones reportedly strike oil tanker in Russia's Rostov-on-Don, local officials claim

Ukrainian drones reportedly strike oil tanker in Russia's Rostov-on-Don, local officials claim

Ukrainian drones reportedly struck an oil tanker in the Port of Rostov overnight on Dec. 18, local officials in Russia's Rostov Oblast reported.

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Drone production, air defense sustainment — Germany backs Ukraine with $1.4 billion in defense agreements

Drone production, air defense sustainment — Germany backs Ukraine with $1.4 billion in defense agreements

Kyiv has signed several new defense agreements with Berlin totaling 1.2 billion euros ($1.4 billion), Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal announced on Dec. 17, a day after the Ramstein-format meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (UDCG).

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Fact Check: Image Does NOT Prove Zelenskyy Received Israeli Passport In 2016

Does a viral picture of what looks like an Israeli passport confirm that Volodymyr Zelenskyy became an Israeli citizen before he became president of Ukraine? No, that's not true: The image got the spelling of his last name wrong. The machine-readable …

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Six windows on Ukraine: Belonging.

”The key to solving the world’s urgent problems may lie within Ukraine — from disinformation to modern warfare. We’ve lived these crises and learned how to resist them.”

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US, Russia set to hold talks in Miami this weekend, Politico reports

US, Russia set to hold talks in Miami this weekend, Politico reports

U.S. and Russian officials are set to meet in Miami this weekend to discuss efforts to end Russia’s war in Ukraine, Politico reported on Dec. 17, citing two unnamed sources.

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US Senate passes defense spending bill allocating $400 million annually in military aid to Ukraine through 2027

US Senate passes defense spending bill allocating $400 million annually in military aid to Ukraine through 2027

The U.S. Senate on Dec. 17 approved a $900 billion defense spending bill that includes $800 million in military assistance for Ukraine, following the House of Representatives’ passage of the legislation last week.

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Platinum Security: a new Budapest Memorandum or real protection for Ukraine? #shorts

Platinum Security: a new Budapest Memorandum or real protection for Ukraine? #shorts

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🔥Success in the Pokrovsk direction: Ukrainian defenders are not retreating #shorts

🔥Success in the Pokrovsk direction: Ukrainian defenders are not retreating #shorts

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UK tells Abramovich to give Chelsea money to Ukrainian cause or face legal action

UK tells Abramovich to give Chelsea money to Ukrainian cause or face legal action

"The clock is ticking on Roman Abramovich to honor the commitment he made when Chelsea FC was sold and transfer the 2.5 billion pounds to a humanitarian cause for Ukraine," Starmer said on Dec. 17.

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📍"Donbas is Ukraine": a clear signal from Berlin #shorts

📍"Donbas is Ukraine": a clear signal from Berlin #shorts

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SBU detains Ukrainian soldier accused of spying for Russia's FSB, helping coordinate strikes

SBU detains Ukrainian soldier accused of spying for Russia's FSB, helping coordinate strikes

The man is suspected of helping Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) coordinate strikes on Ukrainian Armed Forces' warehouses with ammunition and drones.

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Ukraine's Deputy Speaker Korniyenko takes charge of Zelensky's party

Ukraine's Deputy Speaker Korniyenko takes charge of Zelensky's party

Oleksandr Korniyenko was appointed deputy speaker of the parliament in 2021. Since then, the party has been led by lawmaker Olena Shuliak.

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Peace is closer than ever: The West is preparing tough guarantees for Ukraine

Peace is closer than ever: The West is preparing tough guarantees for Ukraine

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'Every new strike only unites us' — Odesa endures 5-day blackout after Russian strikes

'Every new strike only unites us' — Odesa endures 5-day blackout after Russian strikes

ODESA, Ukraine — Rolling into Odesa’s downtown, the constant hum of hundreds of generators drowns the ability to converse.

Just days earlier, the region came under a massive strike involving Shahed-type attack drones, ballistic missiles, and cruise …

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EU ministers on the bloc's 2-point peace plan for Ukraine

EU ministers on the bloc's 2-point peace plan for Ukraine

The Kyiv Independent’s Martin Fornusek sits down with Denmark’s European Union Affairs Minister Marie Bjerre and Sweden’s European Union Affairs Minister Jessica Rosencrantz to discuss Ukraine’s progress toward EU accession, Hungary’s continued block …

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Ukrainian drones strike Russian oil refinery in Slavyansk-on-Kuban

Ukraine, in the early hours of Wednesday, December 17, hit Russia’s energy infrastructure again.

In Russia’s Krasnodar region, a refinery in Slavyansk-on-Kuban came under a drone attack.

A “fire broke out at process equipment and a pipeline over an …

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DEBATE: Is Trump a viable mediator for peace?

DEBATE: Is Trump a viable mediator for peace?

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We’re announcing our new 2026 Wild Animals of War calendar! If you’re a free subscriber, upgrade to an annual plan today and get one for free. We’re printing …

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Two Ukrainian films shortlisted for 98th Academy Awards nominations

Two Ukrainian films shortlisted for 98th Academy Awards nominations

Two films from Ukraine advanced to the shortlist of contenders for the 98th Academy Awards, according to an announcement on Dec. 16 by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

"I Died in Irpin," directed by Anastasiia Falileieva, depicts a …

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Ukraine promised 'Article 5–like' guarantees without NATO membership. What does that even mean?

Ukraine promised 'Article 5–like' guarantees without NATO membership. What does that even mean?

As Ukraine abandons hope of joining NATO anytime soon, it seeks the next best alternative: security guarantees based on the alliance's Article 5.

President Volodymyr Zelensky and other officials have been clear: any peace deal not backed up by real …

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Ukraine war latest live: Ukrainian forces regain 16 square kilometers (6.2 square miles) near Pokrovsk, Syrskyi says

Ukraine war latest live: Ukrainian forces regain 16 square kilometers (6.2 square miles) near Pokrovsk, Syrskyi says

Ukrainian forces have regained control over 16 square kilometers (6.2 square miles) in the northern part of Pokrovsk, Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said on Dec. 17 following his participation in the 32nd Ramstein-format Defense Contact Group …

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Further Exploration of Italian VCC Deliveries to Ukraine

Following MilitaryLand’s initial article on the revelation of Italian VVC-1 armored personnel carriers in Ukrainian service, with extensive research being undertaken by one of our contributors, Giubbi, we will take…

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Ukraine warns of ‘catastrophe for every single European’ if Russian frozen asset plan fails

Ukraine warns of ‘catastrophe for every single European’ if Russian frozen asset plan fails

"The lesson will be that European solidarity ends where fear of action begins, even in self-defense,” Iryna Mudra, Zelensky’s top legal advisor, told the Kyiv Independent.

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Bloomberg: US ready to impose additional sanctions against Russia if Putin rejects peace deal

Bloomberg: US ready to impose additional sanctions against Russia if Putin rejects peace deal

The U.S. is planning new sanctions on Russia’s energy sector to ramp up pressure on Moscow if President Vladimir Putin rejects a peace deal with Ukraine, Bloomberg reported citing sources familiar with the situation.

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Western peacekeepers in Ukraine could retaliate against Russian attacks post-ceasefire, Merz says

Western peacekeepers in Ukraine could retaliate against Russian attacks post-ceasefire, Merz says

"We would secure a demilitarized zone between the belligerent parties and, to be specific, we would also move against corresponding Russian violations and attacks," German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said.

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Ukrainian drones reportedly strike oil refinery in Russia's Krasnodar Krai

Ukrainian drones reportedly strike oil refinery in Russia's Krasnodar Krai

Explosions rocked an oil refinery in the Russian city of Slavyansk-on-Kuban amid a Ukrainian drone attack overnight on Dec. 17, media reported.

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Open letter to President Trump: Protect legal Ukrainian workers in US

Open letter to President Trump: Protect legal Ukrainian workers in US

Editor’s note: This is an open letter by Vlad Skots, a Ukrainian American businessman and public activist, which was sent to U.S. President Donald Trump. A petition linked to the letter is available for signing.

Dear President Trump,

Right now America …

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Explosions reported in Kyiv as Russian drones attack Ukraine's capital

Explosions reported in Kyiv as Russian drones attack Ukraine's capital

Explosions were reported in Kyiv late on Dec. 16 during a Russian drone attack on Ukraine's capital.

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Europe ASSURES: Security guarantees for UKRAINE will remain unshakeable! #shorts

Europe ASSURES: Security guarantees for UKRAINE will remain unshakeable! #shorts

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Not an abstract peace, but protection! Are Europe and the US preparing tough guarantees for Ukraine?

Not an abstract peace, but protection! Are Europe and the US preparing tough guarantees for Ukraine?

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Russia stations 360,000 troops in Belarus, posing new threat to the EU, warns Bundestag MP

German politician Roderich Kiesewetter warned of a serious escalation along NATO’s borders as Russia forms a new army of roughly 360,000 troops. He also said the most critical years for Putin’s war could be 2026 and 2027.

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Poland’s Prime Minister Tusk: U.S. will respond militarily if Russia attacks Ukraine after a peace agreement is signed

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said negotiations made it “for the first time fully clear that Americans, Europeans and Ukraine are on the same side,” and, for the first time, he underscored Washington’s role in ensuring Ukraine’s security.

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Ukraine is GETTING STRONGER in the sky! Partners transfer MORE aircraft to Kyiv #shorts

Ukraine is GETTING STRONGER in the sky! Partners transfer MORE aircraft to Kyiv #shorts

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Ukraine and Germany to launch Europe’s first fully automated combat drone production line

Ukrainian-made drones will be produced at industrial scale in Europe under a new “Build with Ukraine” initiative.

Germany’s Quantum Systems and Ukraine’s Frontline Robotics are forming a joint venture, Quantum Frontline Industries (QFI), to stand up …

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International claims commission for Ukraine established in The Hague to rule on war reparations

An international body has been established in The Hague to decide on tens of billions of euros in reparations to Ukraine for damage from Russia’s military aggression.

The creation of the International Claims Commission for Ukraine was approved at a …

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Zelensky outlines next steps in US-Ukraine talks to end the war

Another round of talks between Ukraine and the United States was held in Germany on December 14–15, aimed at ending the war launched by Russia.

Ukraine will continue discussions with the United States on December 20–21, 2025, President Volodymyr …

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Ukraine's superstrikes! Ballistic missiles and drones inflict significant damage on Putin

Ukraine's superstrikes! Ballistic missiles and drones inflict significant damage on Putin

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Kremlin signals preemptive rejection of Trump’s peace plan ahead of Berlin talks

As the United States, Ukraine and the European Union weigh possible compromises in Berlin, the Kremlin has signaled in advance a hard rejection of any peace plan.

Against the backdrop of talks among Ukraine, the U.S. and the EU, Moscow began laying …

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Talks on reparations loan for Ukraine continue as key summit approaches

Talks on reparations loan for Ukraine continue as key summit approaches

European leaders will decide on Dec. 18–19 whether to proceed with a "reparations loan," a plan to lend up to 210 billion euros in frozen Russian assets to Ukraine.

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Turkey shoots down 'out of control' drone over Black Sea

Turkey shoots down 'out of control' drone over Black Sea

The incident comes as Ankara rebukes both Kyiv and Moscow over escalating hostilities in the Black Sea amid Russia's all-out war against Ukraine.

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Germany launches €45 million UkraineConnect program to mobilize private investment in Ukraine

The German government plans to draw investment from German companies into Ukraine through a new financing tool.

The program’s initial size is set at 45 million euros and will be managed by the state development bank KfW (Kreditanstalt für …

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Customer Support Specialist (Part-Time)

Customer Support Specialist (Part-Time)

KI Insights — an analytical unit backed by the Kyiv Independent — Ukraine’s fastest-growing English-language publication is looking to fill a Customer Support Specialist position.

The Kyiv Independent is Ukraine’s main English-language news outlet. It …

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Leaders sign treaty establishing body to decide Ukraine war reparations

Leaders sign treaty establishing body to decide Ukraine war reparations

President Volodymyr Zelensky, together with 35 leaders, signed off Tuesday, Dec. 16 on the creation of an international body that would decide on compensation claims tied to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, but left unanswered the question of how the …

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The war's hidden explosions: The mental health toll inside Ukraine's homes

The war's hidden explosions: The mental health toll inside Ukraine's homes

About the author: Jacqueline Mahon is the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) representative to Ukraine.

After the start of the full-scale invasion, Olha (name changed due to safety concerns) and her husband took in his mother to live with them. …

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Poland to transfer squadron of MiG-29s to Ukraine amid fleet modernization

Poland’s Defense Ministry is updating its air fleet as the service life of its MiG-29 fighters expires by the end of 2025. As a result, a squadron of the jets could be transferred to Ukraine, with Poland receiving American F-35s and South Korean KAI …

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What Ukrainians actually think about ceding Donbas to Russia

What Ukrainians actually think about ceding Donbas to Russia

As the U.S. increases pressure in peace talks, Russia's demand for a Ukrainian withdrawal from Ukraine-controlled parts of Donbas has sparked debate — including over whether such a decision could be made through a referendum during the war.

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