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Editorial: A smart NATO would seek Ukraine’s accession
Editor’s note: Editorials are articles that present the opinion of the editorial team of the Kyiv Independent. When one looks at the history of the West supporting Ukraine in the fight against Russia, one pattern shines through: missed opportunities. The whole war is ripe with opportunity for NATO. The

Editorial: Why we choose to publish stories about misconduct in the Ukrainian military
Editor’s note: Editorials are articles that present the opinion of the editorial team of the Kyiv Independent. On Nov. 30, we ran a story that was, in a way, unique. It was an investigative piece focusing on alleged misconduct in the International Legion, a special military unit created for

Editorial: Stop using Russia’s propaganda language to talk about its war in Ukraine
Editor’s note: Editorials are articles that present the opinion of the editorial team of the Kyiv Independent. In a world polluted with disinformation and manipulations, we all bear responsibility for the words we choose to use. Unfortunately, some global media and other actors have chosen to act irresponsibly when

Editorial: Independence Day they said we wouldn’t be celebrating
Editor’s note: Editorials are articles that present the opinion of the editorial team of the Kyiv Independent. This Aug. 24, Ukraine is marking its most special Independence Day. Exactly six months ago, on Feb. 24, Russia launched a full-scale invasion seeking to bring an end to Ukraine’s independence.

Editorial: The Kyiv Independent's response to the New York Times editorial board
The New York Times editorial, “The War in Ukraine Is Getting Complicated, and America Isn’t Ready,” published on May 19, immediately caused an uproar in Ukraine. A veiled manifesto of appeasement from a newspaper known for its stellar coverage of Russia’s horrific invasion has disappointed many. In the

Editorial: Give Ukraine everything it asks for and now
Editor’s note: Editorials are articles that present the opinion of the editorial team of the Kyiv Independent. We write this editorial with difficulty. Journalists are the people of words, but right now it’s hard to find the ones to reflect what we feel. The uncovered atrocities of Russians
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