Ten years after Euromaidan, Russia tries to erase Ukraine’s national revival
Despite Russia's war, Ukraine is still shaped by the reforms, activism and institutions that emerged from its 2014 pro-democracy revolution.
Genocide of Ukrainians is reasonable, Putin tells Tucker Carlson
Man with 12 million followers airs genocidal speech of Russian dictator invading Ukraine
“We must help people make this unnatural choice” – Ukraine fighters on mobilization
Soldiers argue that while war goes against human nature, new mobilization rules would help civilians do their duty for the greater good and avoid a much worse evil - Russian occupation.
Ukraine moves to plug loopholes, demand equal sacrifice in mobilization
With manpower shortages mounting, exhausted Ukrainian soldiers lacking rest demand overhauled mobilization enacting defined terms and universal obligation as lawmakers debate new law.
Slovakia quietly bolsters Ukraine’s defenses despite political rhetoric
Business overrides politics in Slovakia and Hungary as both nations' defense firms expand production and cooperation with Ukraine despite claims of not supplying weapons
With billions invested, Ukraine-EU defense cooperation gains momentum
Defense industry and cooperation can’t be built in one day. But the good news for Ukraine is that it can’t be canceled in one day either due to huge investments and multi-year contracts. Even if governmental military aid from the US or EU declines, new factories and joint production will continue deliveries regardless of politics.
Putin’s Trojan horse? Orban’s veto looms over Ukraine’s EU bid
As EU leaders prepare to converge in Brussels, unblocked funds may persuade Hungary to approve crucial financial aid for Ukraine, but its membership bid still hangs in the air
Inside Ukraine’s campaign to crush Russia with combat dronesdrones
Kyiv has gone into overdrive domestically producing reconnaissance, combat, and kamikaze drones to counter Russia's assaults and gain aerial superiority, but with the invader's overwhelming resources, competition remains tough
Ukraine military aid stranded by Polish border blockade
A brigade of military boats bound for Ukraine's counteroffensive sits stranded at Poland's border, which has blocked transport along with Hungary and Slovakia. Only Romania's border with Ukraine remains open currently, severely limiting military and humanitarian aid.
Holodomor 90th anniversary: Ukraine remembers victims of genocidal famine amid genocidal war
This year's anniversary feels more profound as soldiers shield Ukraine from the threat of new genocide. Yet, growing international Holodomor recognition gives hope for historical justice
Ukraine squeezes every last drop for defense in 2024 budget, Russia still 2.5x more
Ukraine is funneling 81% of all tax income to defense in 2024, still counting on $29 bn in aid from partners as Russia boosts military spending
Effectiveness of Russian soldiers grows, Ukrainian company commander says
In a candid interview, Ukrainian army commander tells about forging a ragtag army fighting with a potpourri of weapons, Russia's improved fighting tactics, and the growing chasm between the military and the home front
Ukraine’s nukeless fate: the untold story behind the Budapest betrayal
As early as 1993, Russia openly claimed Sevastopol in Crimea to be a Russian city, sought to return Crimea under its control, and refused to recognize Ukrainian borders. The US leadership at that time clearly saw this but still pushed towards nuclear disarmament of Ukraine
Disintegrated Russia will be nuke-free, nations subjugated by Moscow decide
The post-imperial Russia disintegrated into 41 states will be nuke-free, nations subjugated by Moscow decided on their 8th meeting in Paris and London