Ukraine, Bulgaria to jointly produce drones under new security deal
Ukraine and Bulgaria concluded a 10-year security agreement on March 30 under which Sofia commits to help fund Ukrainian air defenses and co-produce arms.
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Martin Fornusek
ReporterMartin Fornusek is a reporter for the Kyiv Independent, specializing in international and regional politics, history, and disinformation. Based in Lviv, Martin often reports on international politics, with a focus on analyzing developments related to Ukraine and Russia. His career in journalism began in 2021 after graduating from Masaryk University in Brno, Czechia, earning a Master's degree in Conflict and Democracy Studies. Martin has been invited to speak on Times Radio, France 24, Czech Television, and Radio Free Europe. He speaks English, Czech, and Ukrainian.
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Ukraine, Saudi Arabia sign major defense deal amid Iran war
"The document lays the foundation for future contracts, technological cooperation, and investment, while also strengthening Ukraine's international role as a security donor," the Presidential Office said.
Zelensky arrives in Saudi Arabia for 'important meetings'
"Arrived in Saudi Arabia. Important meetings are scheduled," Zelensky said. "We appreciate the support and support those who are ready to work with us to ensure security."
Facing an intelligence scandal at home, Orban shifts blame to Ukraine — again
The statement is an apparent attempt to deflect blame amid a domestic scandal in which Hungarian secret services were accused of targeting the opposition Tisza party.
Suspected leaks to Moscow rattle EU — but Hungary stays at the table
EU diplomats are concerned about Hungary's contacts with the Kremlin following reports that Budapest may have shared information from EU meetings with Moscow.
At the same time, they note that Hungary cannot be excluded from key discussions.
The alarm follows reporting that Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto briefed his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, on discussions during EU meetings — a development that has reinforced long-standing suspicions within the bloc.
Some officials have
Ukraine names Hungarian officer allegedly behind spy network busted in 2025
Zoltan Andre, a staff member of Hungary's military intelligence, ran the network tasked with collecting information on military infrastructure and the political climate in Ukraine's Zakarpattia Oblast, the SBU said.
Trump postpones strikes on Iran's energy sites, claims progress in talks
The U.S. is holding off attacks against Iranian energy facilities for five days following "productive" talks with Iran on ending hostilities in the Middle East, Trump said.
Police officers injured in Russian-backed terrorist attack near Kyiv, authorities say
The suspect, a 21-year-old local resident recruited by Russian intelligence, was detained "within a few hours" after remotely detonating two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in the Kyiv Oblast town, the SBU said.
Trump threatens to 'obliterate' Iran's power plants over Strait of Hormuz blockade
"If Iran doesn't FULLY OPEN, WITHOUT THREAT, the Strait of Hormuz, within 48 HOURS from this exact point in time, the United States of America will hit and obliterate their various POWER PLANTS, STARTING WITH THE BIGGEST ONE FIRST!" Trump said.
Hungary heads into defining election – and Ukraine plays a role
Hungary is heading into what could be its most consequential election in decades — and Ukraine has become a central issue in the campaign. The Kyiv Independent’s Martin Fornusek reports from Budapest, where Prime Minister Viktor Orban, after 16 years in power, is facing his strongest challenge yet from opposition leader Peter Magyar.
Ukraine claims no information about EU Druzhba oil pipeline mission
"I am not aware of any specific agreed-upon dates or trips. I am also not aware of the details of this trip that have appeared in the media," Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi said.
Russian psyop allegedly targets Hungarians in western Ukraine as Budapest-Kyiv tensions rise
Posing as Ukrainian law enforcement officers or members of nationalist groups, Russian operatives called ethnic Hungarians in Zakarpattia, demanding they leave the country and threatening violence, the SBU said.
Spain unveils $1.2 billion in military aid for Ukraine
"(President Volodymyr Zelensky) has just arrived at the Sener Aerospace & Defense company. Here, he will inspect equipment samples and the production process," a presidential spokesperson said.
Iran says projectile hit near nuclear power plant where Russian staff are stationed
No damage or casualties were reported, Tasnim News Agency wrote, citing the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran.
'We'll become Belarus' — Orban's opponents see election as last chance
BUDAPEST, Hungary — For some Hungarians, next month's parliamentary election is a chance to break with Russia, a country many believe holds a grip over their homeland.
In power since 2010, Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban has fostered political and economic ties with Moscow while blocking EU assistance to Ukraine, deepening the rift between Budapest and Brussels.
For some of Orban's opponents who came to the Tisza party rally in Budapest on March 15, it was a chance to reject the governme
