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Kateryna Denisova

Politics Reporter

Kateryna Denisova is the reporter for the Kyiv Independent, specializing in Ukrainian politics. Based in Kyiv, she focuses on domestic affairs, parliament, social and war-related issues. Kateryna began her career in journalism in 2020 and holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. She also studied at journalism schools in the Czech Republic and Germany.

k.denisova@kyivindependent.com

For media & speaking inquiries:
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Articles

Politics

Kyiv court denies bail to men charged in killing of Monaco bombing suspect

by Kateryna DenisovaJuly 9, 2026

Kyiv's Pechersk District Court on July 9 ordered two men suspected of killing Anastasiia Berezovska, a suspect in the attempted assassination of businessman in Monaco, into pretrial detention for two months without bail.

Politics

'No evidence' of Kyiv's involvement in Nord Stream sabotage, Ukrainian prosecutors say

by Kateryna DenisovaJuly 9, 2026

Prosecutor General's Office said on July 9 that the investigation and evidence collection are still underway.

Business

Raid on leading drone company fuels fears of crackdown on Ukraine's defense tech sector

by Dominic Culverwell, Kateryna DenisovaJuly 8, 2026

Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv over 12 hours after the searches began, Oleksii Babenko, a young star in Ukraine's drone industry, said that Ukraine's State Bureau of Investigations had carried out 70 searches, including at Vyriy Industries facilities, contractors' premises, and the homes of his own family members.

Video

How adult content could help Ukraine's war effort | Ukraine This Week

by Kateryna Denisova, Dominic CulverwellJuly 5, 2026

In the latest episode of Ukraine This Week, Kateryna Denisova examines one of Ukraine's most unusual legal contradictions. Numerous adult content creators pay taxes to the state while risking criminal prosecution for the very work that generates their income.

Politics

Ex-Russian proxy minister in occupied Crimea arrested in Kyiv, SBU says

by Kateryna DenisovaJune 30, 2026

The suspect helped Russia take control of Crimea's energy infrastructure in 2014, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) said.

Politics

Ukrainians, Belarusians expelled from Poland after Russia-linked activities, Warsaw says

by Kateryna DenisovaJune 29, 2026

Tomasz Siemoniak, Poland's minister overseeing intelligence agencies, said that since autumn 2025, the group paid Ukrainian refugees in Poland to take part in pro-Russian demonstrations to influence Ukrainian migrants, with funding allegedly coming from Russia.

Politics

Lukashenko holds talks with Xi Jinping in China after meeting Putin

by Kateryna DenisovaJune 29, 2026

Chinese leader Xi Jinping described Belarus-China relations as being at a "historic peak" and called the two countries "iron friends."

Video

Ukraine debates LGBTQ rights as thousands serve in the military | Ukraine This Week

by Kateryna DenisovaJune 28, 2026

In the latest episode of Ukraine This Week, Kateryna Denisova examines how Ukraine's attitudes toward LGBTQ people have changed — and why the country's laws have struggled to keep pace.

Politics

Thousands gather for Kyiv's largest Pride march since start of full-scale war

by Kateryna Denisova, Luca Léry MoffatJune 21, 2026

Ahead of the event in support of the LGBTQ+ community, a counter-demonstration was held in Kyiv, involving supporters of "traditional family values" and far-right activists.

Politics

Almost 70% of Ukrainians expect Zelensky to be replaced after war, poll shows

by Kateryna DenisovaJune 17, 2026

This marks a notable rise from 23% in 2023, as Zelensky's presidency enters its seventh year, reflecting a broader public demand for change across other branches of government as well.

Europe

EU opens 1st negotiation cluster for Ukraine, Moldova

by Kateryna Denisova, Abbey FenbertJune 15, 2026

"Today, we're launching talks on the backbone of the accession process: including justice, freedom, and fundamental rights," the European Commission said.

Europe

From propagandists to energy revenues, EU hits Russia with new sanctions over Ukraine strikes

by Kateryna DenisovaJune 15, 2026

"Every measure further restricts Russia's room for manoeuvre," EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas said.

Politics

US Senate committee backs $750 million in Ukraine aid in 2027 defense budget

by Kateryna DenisovaJune 12, 2026

The bill also bars the use of funds for actions recognizing Russia's sovereignty over Ukrainian territory and mandates the provision of intelligence to Ukraine in support of its military operations.

Politics

'We're modern people' — Zelensky backs open discussion of LGBTQ+ rights in Ukraine

by Kateryna DenisovaJune 11, 2026

"We are all here together, we are defending the state, we are the same and we have absolutely the same rights, regardless of any prejudices held by people from the 15th century," President Volodymyr Zelensky said, in a rare public reference to the topic.

War

Ukraine's drones take aerial control over part of land route to Russian-occupied Crimea, military says

by Kateryna Denisova, The Kyiv Independent news deskJune 6, 2026

Ukraine's 3rd Special Operations Forces Regiment said its drones are capable of targeting Russian equipment and logistics along the Melitopol — Chonhar route in Ukraine's south.

Editors' Picks

'We've been naive and lazy for way too long' — Dutch PM calls out Europe in exclusive interview

Kateryna Denisova

Articles

Kyiv court denies bail to men charged in killing of Monaco bombing suspect

'No evidence' of Kyiv's involvement in Nord Stream sabotage, Ukrainian prosecutors say

Raid on leading drone company fuels fears of crackdown on Ukraine's defense tech sector

How adult content could help Ukraine's war effort | Ukraine This Week

Ex-Russian proxy minister in occupied Crimea arrested in Kyiv, SBU says

Ukrainians, Belarusians expelled from Poland after Russia-linked activities, Warsaw says

Lukashenko holds talks with Xi Jinping in China after meeting Putin

Ukraine debates LGBTQ rights as thousands serve in the military | Ukraine This Week

Thousands gather for Kyiv's largest Pride march since start of full-scale war

Almost 70% of Ukrainians expect Zelensky to be replaced after war, poll shows

EU opens 1st negotiation cluster for Ukraine, Moldova

From propagandists to energy revenues, EU hits Russia with new sanctions over Ukraine strikes

US Senate committee backs $750 million in Ukraine aid in 2027 defense budget

'We're modern people' — Zelensky backs open discussion of LGBTQ+ rights in Ukraine

Ukraine's drones take aerial control over part of land route to Russian-occupied Crimea, military says

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