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Volodymyr Ivanyshyn

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Volodymyr Ivanyshyn is a news editor for The Kyiv Independent. He is pursuing an Honors Bachelor of Arts at the University of Toronto, majoring in political science with a minor in anthropology and human geography. Volodymyr holds a Certificate in Business Fundamentals from Rotman Commerce at the University of Toronto. He previously completed an internship with The Kyiv Independent.

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Articles

War

Deadly Russian strike hits foreign vessel in Odesa port for second day in row, killing 2

by Volodymyr IvanyshynJuly 15, 2026

"During the attack, a hostile drone struck a civilian vessel flying the flag of the Marshall Islands, damaging the ship's superstructure," Odesa Oblast Governor Oleh Kiper said.

Politics

Budapest 'closing the door' on Russia, Hungary's defense minister says

by Volodymyr IvanyshynJuly 15, 2026

"We are closing the door in the face of the Russians," Hungarian Defense Minister Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi said.

A bright explosions erupts, lighting up the night sky

War

Ukraine reportedly strikes Russian oil depot in Stavropol Krai, explosions reported in Moscow Oblast

by Volodymyr IvanyshynJuly 13, 2026

Ukraine struck an oil depot in southern Russia's Stavropol Krai, and explosions were heard in Moscow Oblast as air defenses were engaged overnight on July 13, monitoring channels reported.

Politics

Trump claims Zelensky, Putin 'want to make a deal' after speaking to both leaders

by Volodymyr IvanyshynJuly 8, 2026

"I had a very good talk with President Putin... We had a long talk yesterday. It lasted a long time. And I also spoke with President Zelensky right after that. I think they both want to make a deal. It's too bad it took so long. But I think there's something," Trump said.

Three large columns of smoke rise in the distance

War

Ukrainian drones hammer Russia's Saratov Oil Refinery, Tatarstan petrochemical plant, Zelensky confirms

by Volodymyr IvanyshynJuly 8, 2026

Ukrainian drones struck Russia's Saratov Oil Refinery and a petrochemical plant in Tatarstan overnight on July 8, monitoring channels reported.

War

Ukrainian missiles strike Russian airport, energy sites, as blackout reported in bordering Belgorod Oblast

by Volodymyr IvanyshynJuly 7, 2026

Belgorod and the Belgorod district were subjected to a massive missile attack by the Armed Forces of Ukraine last night," Governor Alexander Shuvaev said.

War

Blackouts in Crimea as Kyiv hits military targets across occupied Ukraine overnight

by Volodymyr Ivanyshyn, Luca Léry MoffatJuly 5, 2026

Ukraine struck several substations in Crimea overnight on July 5, plunging the Russian-occupied territory into a blackout, social media channels reported.

Presisdent Volodymyr Zelensky, wearing all black stands by the bedside of a wounded Ukrainian soldier in a medical facility.

War

Zelensky meets wounded soldiers, veterans in visit to Odesa

by Volodymyr IvanyshynJuly 5, 2026

"It is good to see you. Thank you for your service, for defending our country, and for your courage. We are proud of you and wish you a speedy recovery," President Volodymyr Zelensky told wounded soldiers.

Politics

Trump speaks to Zelensky, Putin on Independence Day as leaders congratulate US, discuss war

by Sonya Bandouil, Volodymyr IvanyshynJuly 4, 2026

President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke by phone with U.S. President Donald Trump on July 4, congratulating him on U.S. Independence Day and discussing the battlefield situation, diplomacy, and efforts to end Russia's war against Ukraine.

War

Ukraine strikes Russian missile, satellite components manufacturer, Ufa refinery, Zelensky confirms

by Volodymyr IvanyshynJuly 1, 2026

Ukrainian drones struck a state-owned bearing plant in the Russian city of Penza overnight on July 1 as strikes were recorded in occupied Donetsk, social media channels reported.

Politics

Kyiv, Bucharest open direct line of communication after Russian drone struck Romania

by Volodymyr IvanyshynJuly 1, 2026

Ukraine and Romania have opened a direct line of communication in an effort to prevent future drone incursions into the country, Romanian President Nicusor Dan told outlet News Ro on June 30.

Russia

Putin acknowledges gas station queues, fuel shortages amid Ukrainian strikes as Russia works to stabilize supply

by Volodymyr IvanyshynJune 28, 2026

"Unfortunately, there are still lines at gas stations, and the right grade of gasoline isn't always available," Russian President Vladimir Putin said.

War

Crimea now 'zone of constant losses' SBU says, after strikes on Russian air defenses, military airfields

by Volodymyr Ivanyshyn, Tania MyronyshenaJune 24, 2026

Ukrainian drones struck power infrastructure in occupied Crimea and a gas processing plant in Russia's Orenburg Oblast overnight on June 24, monitoring channels reported as Ukraine ramps up pressure on Russian energy infrastructure.

A light-blue and white trolleybus with all its windows shattered is engulfed in flames

War

Driver hospitalized as Russian strike destroys trolleybus in Sumy Oblast

by Volodymyr IvanyshynJune 23, 2026

"The 57-year-old man was alone in the vehicle. After the explosion, he suffered serious injuries... Doctors carried out resuscitation measures and are now fighting for his life," Sumy Oblast Governor Oleh Hryhorov said.

A large fire burns behind a treeline under a night sky

War

Ukrainian drones bombard occupied territories, Russia in overnight strikes

by Volodymyr IvanyshynJune 22, 2026

Ukrainian drones targeted a power plant in Russian-occupied Crimea, with additional strikes reported in other occupied territories and Russia's Moscow Oblast overnight on June 22, social media channels reported.

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Articles

Deadly Russian strike hits foreign vessel in Odesa port for second day in row, killing 2

Budapest 'closing the door' on Russia, Hungary's defense minister says

Ukraine reportedly strikes Russian oil depot in Stavropol Krai, explosions reported in Moscow Oblast

Trump claims Zelensky, Putin 'want to make a deal' after speaking to both leaders

Ukrainian drones hammer Russia's Saratov Oil Refinery, Tatarstan petrochemical plant, Zelensky confirms

Ukrainian missiles strike Russian airport, energy sites, as blackout reported in bordering Belgorod Oblast

Blackouts in Crimea as Kyiv hits military targets across occupied Ukraine overnight

Zelensky meets wounded soldiers, veterans in visit to Odesa

Trump speaks to Zelensky, Putin on Independence Day as leaders congratulate US, discuss war

Ukraine strikes Russian missile, satellite components manufacturer, Ufa refinery, Zelensky confirms

Kyiv, Bucharest open direct line of communication after Russian drone struck Romania

Putin acknowledges gas station queues, fuel shortages amid Ukrainian strikes as Russia works to stabilize supply

Crimea now 'zone of constant losses' SBU says, after strikes on Russian air defenses, military airfields

Driver hospitalized as Russian strike destroys trolleybus in Sumy Oblast

Ukrainian drones bombard occupied territories, Russia in overnight strikes

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