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Russian strikes on Ukraine’s drug supply chain leave pharmacy shelves empty: Ukrainians last saw pharmacy shelves this empty in the first weeks of Russia’s ...
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Kyiv Independent hit by suspected Russian cyberattack: “This is the first time an attack like this has happened to us, and we are treating it very seriously ...
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A confrontation reportedly broke out in Petropavlivska Borshchahivka, a village on the outskirts of Kyiv, where local residents gathered near a private house ... Show more
'There cannot be business as usual with Russia' — Dutch minister urges Europe to step up for Ukraine
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Ukrainian media face pressure as they step up scrutiny of authorities in wartime: Over the past year, Ukrainian independent media have stepped up investigations ...
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As Trump turns toward Russia, Zelensky drops his restraint: President Volodymyr Zelensky has spent much of the past two years trying to win over Donald Trump ...
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No one's owning up to throttling Ukraine's military Starlink, and that's telling: Nearly 48 hours after Ukraine's Starshield terminals started mysteriously ...
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Inside Austria's network of Ukrainian fugitives, Russian elites, and political connections
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US threatens to cut intel sharing, arms shipments to Ukraine to protect Russian oil refineries, sources confirm
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US intel pause, Starlink outages leave Ukraine vulnerable to Russian attack: When U.S. warnings and Starlink support shut off this week, Ukraine was left exposed ...
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Kyiv under missile attack before air raid alert issued: Kyiv Independent staff reported powerful blasts in central Kyiv, with air raid sirens and mobile ...
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As Russian missiles slip through Kyiv's air defenses without warning, officials say US intelligence sharing remains intact. For now
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Ending Russia's war against Ukraine through negotiations is currently unattainable, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Greek media outlet ... Show more
'We're not telling' — Ukraine won't say what first FP-7 ballistic missile strike hit
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Key FactsZelenskyy Reports FP-7’s First Combat Use
Oct 1, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: defence-blog.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: defence-blog.com
- On October 1, Zelenskyy said Ukraine had first used its domestically developed FP-7 in combat; launch time and location were undisclosed.
- Fire Point lists up to 250 kilometres’ range, a 200-kilogram payload and 1,500 metres per second; the figures are independently unverifiable.
- Fire Point describes FP-7 as a tactical missile for targets behind the front, but not deep inside Russia.
- Zelenskyy identified production as the next step; Fire Point has also announced the larger FP-9 for longer ranges.
Ukrainian tactical ballistics. FP-7. First combat use. Thank you for the result. Next, production. Glory to Ukraine!— Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukrainian President; said on Oct. 1 after confirming the FP-7's first combat use, signaling next steps toward production.
Trump's Ukraine-Russia peace gambit begins to unravel. Again: U.S. President Donald Trump's latest push for peace between Ukraine and Russia is facing growing ...
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Kyiv's bomb shelters are in a dire state. Mayor Klitschko is passing on the blame
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We are excited to announce the launch of The Companion Collection — our brand-new merch line for pets and people who stand with Ukraine ... Show more
The Companion Collection | Ukrainian Pet Merch
The Companion Collection | Ukrainian Pet Merch
The way out of Ukraine's deadlock with Magyar: Ukrainian officials had looked for a reset with Budapest after Viktor Orban's defeat. Instead ...
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Exclusive: Trump's push for a Ukraine energy truce runs into a Putin problem: U.S. President Donald Trump privately doubts that Russian President Vladimir Putin ...
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Estonia says Russia responsible for arson attack against defense tech company: Estonia can say "with certainty" that the attack overnight on Aug ...
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Key FactsEstonia blames Russia for Milrem arson
Sep 29, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: kyivindependent.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: kyivindependent.com
- Estonia stated on Sept. 29 that Russian intelligence services were responsible for the Aug. 15 arson attack.
- Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna said the incident constituted sabotage ordered by Russia’s special services.
- Latvian authorities detained three suspects days afterward; Estonian authorities received them on Sept. 17 and 18.
- Estonia announced the Russian envoy would be summoned on Sept. 29, alongside further sanctions and travel restrictions.
Estonia and its Allies retain the full right to respond to this kind of hostile, irresponsible, and dangerous activity.— Margus Tsahkna, Estonian Foreign Minister, in a statement about Russia's alleged arson attack against Milrem Robotics in Tallinn.
Russia's rigged election gives Putin a mandate for all-out war: Observers described the Sept. 18-20 parliamentary election as the "dirtiest" vote in Russia's ...
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Why Ukraine's arms makers are still waiting to sell abroad: At the start of July, Ukraine's government announced with much fanfare that it would ease ...
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Exclusive: Ukraine, Russia are done with Steve Witkoff. Trump sees no problem: Kyiv and Moscow are growing increasingly frustrated with the U.S ...
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Why Russia needs a new round of mobilization — Watch Video At The Kyiv Independent
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Kyiv Independent recommends 5 translated Ukrainian books to look out for in late 2026 and early 2027
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White House spokesperson Anna Kelly rejected the Kyiv Independent's reporting as "fake news nonsense," while defending Witkoff's role in ... Show more
Russia's election is over. Could mobilization be next?: Nobody expected Russia's parliamentary election to wrest power from President Vladimir Putin ...
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Former Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s approach to ending Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine ... Show more
Hungary is not participating in the Carpathian 8 initiative, despite receiving an invitation from Ukraine, Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar said ... Show more
After a sold-out debut in New York, the Kyiv Independent is bringing its live event series to the UK — and we couldn't be more excited to meet our London ... Show more
The Kyiv Independent team comes to London on October 2 to share firsthand insights into life in wartime Ukraine and role of independent journalism.
The Kyiv Independent team comes to London on October 2 to share firsthand insights into life in wartime Ukraine and role of independent journalism.
Why drones can't replace Ukraine's reconnaissance soldiers — Watch Video At The Kyiv Independent
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As Russia targets Ukraine’s economy, keeping businesses alive takes priority: As Russian attacks on Ukraine's businesses escalate, the government's push to ...
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Trump to speak by phone with Putin and Zelenskyy on Monday – Kyiv Independent: US President Donald Trump is expected to speak by phone with Russian leader ...
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Investigation: Inside Russia's FSB prison system in Crimea: Two new Russian pretrial detention centers in occupied Crimea form part of a system in which ...
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Russian drones struck two gas stations in Kyiv on the morning of Sept. 11, injuring at least four people, the Kyiv City Military Administration said ... Show more
Ukrainian pilots 'forced to take risks' as Russian jet-powered drones strain missile supplies
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EU to approve Ukraine's Patriot funding request on Sept. 11, officials say: EU countries have already backed the request, but the European Commission is set to ...
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US envoys Witkoff, Kushner arrive in Ukraine for the first time to discuss peace talks
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How Kyiv residents cope with constant drone attacks — Watch Video At The Kyiv Independent
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Russia continued its attacks on Kyiv for another night as air defenses in Ukraine's capital shot down Russian drones late into Aug. 31 ... Show more
Russia launched nearly 2,000 attack drones, more than 1,600 glide bombs, and 31 missiles, including North Korean ballistic missiles ... Show more
Ukraine’s capital and the surrounding region are enduring their fourth consecutive day of attacks on Aug. 30 as Russia continues to launch waves of drones ... Show more
Ivan Mazepa — Ukraine's hero, Russia's devil: 'From Bohdan Khmelnytsky to Ivan Mazepa, there were no hetmans.'
This old, hyperbolic Ukrainian saying shows just ...
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The Kyiv Independent is bringing its live event series to London on Oct. 2, following a sold-out debut in New York.
Senior reporter Francis Farrell and other ... Show more
The discussion about potential wartime elections has broken an unspoken taboo in the Ukrainian information space, following a call from former Defense Minister ... Show more
Ukrainian MP charged in graft case involving President's Office flees abroad: Stolar fled abroad more than a month ago and faces the charges of organized crime ...
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Scandal erupts over Ukraine parliament's move to block key EU integration bills: A parliamentary committee on Aug. 21 defended its earlier decision to block five ...
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Zelenskyy's office rejects petition calling for press conference for independent media representatives
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Another major corruption probe hits Zelensky's office, as investigators search President's Office deputy head
kyivindependent.com/anti-corruption-agency-says-it-targets-criminal-group-led-by-lawmaker-presidential-staffers/
Exclusive: Ukraine whispers to Trump that Russia may not capture Donbas even in 2027
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Ukraine wants foreign investors to buy its state assets. So far, they’re not biting
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Belgian company seeks exception to keep operating in Russia's drone hub — as it does so anyway
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Zelensky in Serbia: What Ukraine wants, and what Belgrade gains: President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to Serbia, the first by a Ukrainian head of state since ...
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Life in Ukraine’s last Donbas strongholds as Russia closes in — Watch Video At The Kyiv Independent
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Smoke filled the sky over Kyiv, and multiple explosions rocked the city overnight on Aug. 1, as Russia launched ballistic missiles at the capital ... Show more
Veteran and lead figure in pro-Fedorov protests accuses 'people close to Syrskyi' of intimidation
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Key FactsUkrainian General Halts Russian Advances Effectively
Jul 22, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euromaidanpress.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euromaidanpress.com
- Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi was appointed Ukraine's commander-in-chief in July 2026 amid military leadership changes.
- He led crucial operations that prevented Russian advances at Kryvyi Rih and contributed to liberating Kherson's right bank.
- In May 2024, Drapatyi halted a Russian offensive near Vovchansk and later assumed command of the Land Forces.
- After briefly offering his resignation in June 2025 due to Russian strikes, he remained in command and now leads the Joint Forces.
"I grew up in it. I will work responsibly, with focus, and with respect for the people who defend our state today. Glory to the nation. Death to the enemies," he claimed.— Statement by Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi after his appointment as Ukraine's new commander-in-chief.
Laura Loomer says she called Trump from Ukraine, plans to brief president on visit
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Key FactsLoomer’s Shift and Meeting with President Zelenskyy
Jul 24, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
- Laura Loomer, previously spreading Russian propaganda, has expressed remorse and traveled to Ukraine.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met with the right-wing influencer to provide firsthand perspectives.
- Loomer described experiencing an air raid alarm in Kyiv and admitted minimizing Ukraine’s struggle.
- The encounter is seen as a crucial move to address past misinformation about Ukraine.
We have been fed with propaganda by Russia to such an extent that we didn't even realize it.— Laura Loomer; she spoke about the impact of Russian propaganda and how she and others had been affected.
Russia launched a wave of ballistic missile attacks across Ukraine in the early hours of July 30, with multiple explosions reported in Kyiv just hours after ... Show more
Why has an entire nation embraced this traditional shirt?
For Ukrainians, the traditional embroidered shirt is far more than fashion — it is a symbol of ... Show more
Old Patterns, New Stories: Embroidered Collection
Old Patterns, New Stories: Embroidered Collection
Unable to take Dobropillia, Russia is burning it to the ground — Watch Video At The Kyiv Independent
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Attacks on Ukrainians in Poland are rising. Disinformation fuels the flames: As Ukrainian-Polish relations took a nose-dive, war refugees and other Ukrainian ...
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Ukrainian publishers stand strong despite enormous financial losses from Russian attacks
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Exclusive: Ukraine, US align on new peace push as officials hope Russia accepts air truce
kyivindependent.com/ukraine-us-align-on-new-peace-push-as-officials-say-russia-may-accept-air-ceasefire/
Protesters give Zelensky until Friday as he weighs Syrskyi's dismissal; decision expected soon
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-weighing-syrskyi-dismissal-as-protesters-plan-final-rally-before-3-day-pause/
Business Reporter for The Kyiv Independent: The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for a Business Reporter.
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Kyiv Independent collected some of the messages displayed on protesters' cardboard signs during demonstrations against President Volodymyr Zelensky's ... Show more
A decade after journalist Pavel Sheremet’s murder, justice remains out of reach: A decade after the murder of Belarusian-born journalist Pavel Sheremet in a car ...
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We're ready to make any Russian move cost far more than it's worth — NATO military chief in exclusive interview
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UNITED24 Media Jul 15
Lockheed Martin Backs US Licensing Process for Ukrainian Patriot Air Defense Production
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After a sold-out debut in New York, we are bringing our live event series to the UK on Oct. 2, 2026.
Our journalists spend their days reporting on the front ... Show more
The Kyiv Independent team comes to London on October 2 to share firsthand insights into life in wartime Ukraine and role of independent journalism.
The Kyiv Independent team comes to London on October 2 to share firsthand insights into life in wartime Ukraine and role of independent journalism.
The Ankara NATO Summit — A reality check on words and deeds: The Ankara NATO summit held the facade of transatlantic unity, produced significant practical ...
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Russia launched a barrage of missiles and drones toward Kyiv overnight on July 6, hours after President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of yet another large-scale ... Show more
The peace in Ukraine that worries NATO: A potential ceasefire would provide Ukraine a much-needed respite — but would raise difficult security questions for NATO ...
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On the eve of the NATO summit in Turkey, Russia launched another heavy wave of attacks on Ukrainian cities. Shortly after midnight ... Show more
‘We created a unique system for the defense sector:’ Full interview with Ukraine's central bank governor
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Explosions rocked Kyiv the evening of July 1, just hours after President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Russia was preparing another large-scale attack against ... Show more