US launches new strikes on Iran, though Trump claims ceasefire still holds
U.S. President Donald Trump told ABC News that the strikes against Iran were "just a love tap" and that the ceasefire remains in effect.
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Abbey Fenbert
Senior News EditorAbbey Fenbert is a senior news editor at the Kyiv Independent. She is a freelance writer, editor, and playwright with an MFA from Boston University. Abbey served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine from 2008-2011.
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'On the issue of Ukraine, we are not an ally of Russia,' Armenian PM says as Kremlin fumes over Zelensky visit
Russia's Foreign Ministry summoned the Armenian ambassador on May 7, saying it was "incomprehensible" for Yerevan to host Zelensky days earlier.
Russian city Perm cancels Victory Day parade after wave of Ukrainian drone strikes
Perm lies 1,500 kilometers (930 miles) from the Ukrainian border. President Volodymyr Zelensky said on May 7 that Ukraine would answer Russia's ceasefire violations with "long-range sanctions."
Russia slams Kyiv with mass drone attack
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported explosions and urged residents to take shelter as Russia launched groups of drones at the capital late in the evening of May 2.
Peru launches investigation after citizens allegedly trafficked to fight Russia's war in Ukraine
Relatives of allegedly trafficked individuals reported that their loved ones received misleading job offers along with promises of financial rewards. But once in Russia, they were forced into combat operations.
Zelensky slaps personal sanctions on ex-chief of staff Andriy Bohdan
Bohdan served as head of Zelensky's administration from May 2019 to February 2020, when he was dismissed and immediately replaced by Andriy Yermak.
Ukrainian drones hammer Russia's Tuapse oil refinery for 4th time, tanks ablaze again, military confirms
The facility on the Black Sea Coast was previously hit three times in two weeks, causing heavy damage to the refinery and triggering a state of emergency in the city.
Kyiv to buy 8,000 Octopus interceptor drones for Ukrainian military
The Octopus is a Ukrainian-made self-guided interceptor designed to take down Shahed-type strike drones.
American general confirms Russia aiding Iran in war with US
U.S. General Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told the Senate Armed Services Committee Russia was "definitely" acting to support Iran, but declined to provide details in a public hearing.
Spain to send ammunition, 100 armored vehicles to Ukraine
"This collaboration serves as a testament to our country's commitment to the defense of democratic values, to freedom, and to a just and lasting peace," Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles said during a visit to Kyiv.
'Greatest threat' — as Russia arms for large-scale war, Germany unveils plan to build Europe's strongest army
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius unveiled a new national military strategy on April 22 in light of Russia's growing threat. It marks Germany's first such strategy since World War II.
Putin ready to meet Zelensky, Kremlin official says — but there's a catch
While Russia has made it clear that resuming dialogue with Ukraine is not a top priority, Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Putin would meet with Zelensky — under certain conditions.
Russian-friendly ex-president wins Bulgaria's snap parliamentary elections
His electoral win marks a victory for pro-Russian representation in the EU.
Pope Leo voices 'solidarity' with Ukraine amid escalating attacks on civilians
"I am deeply saddened by the recent escalation of attacks against Ukraine, which continue to afflict civilians," Pope Leo XIV said on April 19.
'This is not rewarding Russia' — US official defends extension of sanctions waiver on Russian oil
"This is not rewarding Russia. That's ridiculous," U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz told NBC's "Meet the Press" with Kristen Welker on April 19.
