For more than four years, the Kyiv Independent’s community has been at the heart of our mission. Contributions from our readers make up the majority of our funding, allowing us to remain an independent media organization, free from reliance on oligarch or government funding, and to provide accurate and reliable reporting to a global audience. Beyond financial support, our members are also a daily source of encouragement and inspiration for our team, helping us in the most challenging times. W

The world increasingly turns its attention to Russia’s war against Ukraine only when a new round of peace negotiations begins. Here on the ground, however, the war doesn't slow down between those waves of talks. The front line continues to shift, Russian tactics are evolving, and the pace of battlefield technological innovation is breakneck. Understanding this is crucial to understanding the peace talks. If you’re outside Ukraine, it can be hard to stay informed about what’s going on — especia

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Editor’s note: This is an edited version of our guide for members of the Kyiv Independent community, originally published on Feb. 24, 2025. If you would like to join a community of people united by wanting to help Ukraine, consider becoming a member today. U.S. President Donald Trump's public spat with President Volodymyr Zelensky in the White House on Feb. 28 threw the future of Washington's support for Ukraine in the air, but led to a renewed outpouring of support for Ukraine across the world