Polish Senate chair arrives in Kyiv on official visit
"This is an important visit for the development of interparliamentary cooperation and strengthening of Ukrainian-Polish relations," said Ukranie's parliament deputy chair, Olena Kondratiuk.
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German FM in Kyiv: Germany's air defense initiative collects close to 1 billion euros
Upon her arrival, Baerbock underscored Ukraine's need for air defenses to help repel Russian aerial attacks. "That's why, together with Defense Minister (Boris) Pistorius, I launched a global initiative for more air defense. Almost a billion euros have now been raised to provide additional support for the Ukrainian air defense forces, and we are working intensively to ensure that there is even more," she said.
Official: Ukraine's civil service suffering 'catastrophic' shortage of people
Last year, the Ukrainian government passed a law limiting bonuses for those working in the civil service.
Blinken sings, plays guitar with local band in Kyiv
Videos circulated on Instagram showed U.S. Secretary Antony Blinken singing and playing guitar along with other musicians onstage.
Commander: Ukraine to create 10 new brigades to defend Kyiv, other areas
"Defending Kyiv remains one of our main concerns, no matter how tough it is in the east", Oleksandr Pavliuk, Ukraine's Ground Forces commander, said.
Zelensky meets Slovak President Caputova in Kyiv
Zelensky thanked Caputova "for her determination and moral leadership shown in the face of the full-scale Russian invasion, as well as for supporting the Ukrainian Peace Formula," the presidential office said.
European Parliament president, German development minister arrive in Kyiv
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola and German Development Minister Svenja Schulze arrived in Kyiv on an unannounced visit on May 9.
Media: Investigation links SBU official to luxury real estate purchases
The investigation alleges that Loif's mother Hanna, who is a schoolteacher, managed to purchase two pieces of luxury real estate worth an estimated collective total of Hr 16 million (~$405,000).
Zelensky meets UK foreign secretary in Kyiv
"The provision of this package, along with the crucial decision of the United States to provide assistance, is of great importance to us at this key moment," President Volodymyr Zelensky said when thanking Cameron for the U.K.'s new pledge of support.
Kyiv authorities advise citizens against visiting churches during Easter celebrations, citing potential safety concerns
On May 5, Orthodox Easter in Ukraine, security measures will be intensified in Kyiv. Local authorities are urging residents to follow the service online rather than attending church due to security concerns.
SBU conducts planned counter-intelligence drills in Kyiv
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) is carrying out planned counter-intelligence exercises in Kyiv on May 1 to inspect protection against sabotage activities, the SBU press service reported.
Kyiv authorities begin dismantling historical monument to Pereiaslav Council
The Pereiaslav Council of 1654 saw the Cossacks, inhabitants of modern-day Ukraine, enter into an alliance with Moscow against the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.
SBU detains Kyiv residents suspected of spreading pro-Russian disinformation via fake accounts of Budanov, Maliuk
The detainees created fake social media and messenger accounts of SBU chief Vasyl Maliuk and military intelligence (HUR) head Kyrylo Budanov for this purpose, the SBU said.
Zelensky: Ukraine will join NATO only after defeating Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky hopes that the win against Russia will help to reach a perfect agreement among all NATO member states on Ukraine's membership.
Ukraine war latest: Attack on Odesa kills 4, injures 29
Key developments on April 29: * Attack on Odesa kills 4, injures 29 * Military intelligence: Over 18,000 Russian troops of Southern Military District have deserted * Military: Ukraine regaining control over Nestryha Island in Kherson Oblast complicates Russian advances * NATO Secretary-General Stoltenberg in Kyiv in surprise visit * Air Force: Poland capable
NATO Secretary-General Stoltenberg arrives in Kyiv in surprise visit
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg arrived in Kyiv on April 29 in a previously unannounced visit.
Kyiv evacuates children hospital due to attack threat
Kyiv authorities urgently evacuated two hospitals on April 26 after a Belarusian official appeared to threaten them with attack in a speech.
Illia Ponomarenko: The story of wartime Kyiv
You can pre-order Illia Ponomarenko's book, "I Will Show You How It Was: The Story of Wartime Kyiv," on Bloomsbury or Amazon. See the end of the article for more information on the book's release. The Battle of Kyiv, one of the critical events of Russia’s full-scale invasion of
70% of energy infrastructure damaged by Russian attacks in Kyiv has been restored, authorities say
More than 1,000 units of electrical equipment damaged due to Russian attacks have been restored in Kyiv, amounting to 70% of the damage caused by drones and missiles, the Kyiv City Military Administration announced on April 25.
Bipartisan delegation of US lawmakers arrives in Kyiv
Republicans Tom Kean and Nathaniel Moran and Democrats Bill Keating and Madeleine Dean visited Kyiv only days after the House of Representatives passed the much-anticipated aid for Ukraine.
Hamburg mayor arrives in Kyiv to meet Klitschko
"Our support during the crisis must continue. Hamburg stands firmly on the side of the people of Ukraine," the city's senate wrote on social media.
Ukraine, Czech Republic begin bilateral security agreement negotiations
In lieu of NATO membership, Kyiv is seeking to sign similar agreements with as many of its Western allies as possible as it fights Russia’s full-scale invasion.
Zelensky meets German vice-chancellor in Kyiv to discuss air defense
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with Germany's Vice-Chancellor Robert Habeck during the latter's visit to Kyiv on April 18.
Culture Ministry removes historical status of Kyiv's Peoples' Friendship Arch, allows for dismantling
Ukraine's Ministry of Culture removed the formerly-named Peoples' Friendship Arch from the state register of monuments of national importance due to its association with Russia's ambitions for Soviet reunification, indicating that the monument "may be dismantled."
Ex-lawmaker Demchak declared wanted, suspected of abuse of power
Former lawmaker Ruslan Demchak has been declared wanted in a suspected case of abuse of power, Ukraine's National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) announced on April 17.
NATO Deputy Secretary General: Ukraine joining NATO is a matter of "when" not "if"
According to NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoana, Ukraine will definitely join NATO in the future, so long as political conditions are met.
The recipe behind Ukraine’s beloved food chain Puzata Khata
Puzata Khata emerged from Soviet canteen culture, blending it with homestyle Ukrainian cuisine that resonates across generations.
Kyiv City Council suspends second auction for iconic food market due to public uproar
"Considering the resonance in Kyiv's community about Zhytniy Market's preservation and its intended purpose, we have decided not to conduct the auction now," Volodymyr Kostikov, a head of Kyiv City Council's Industry and Business Development Department, said.
Zara, Bershka, other fashion brands reopen stores in Ukraine
The media outlet RBC-Ukraine shared videos of long lines of people waiting to enter the stores.
Authorities: Russia uses 5 Zircon hypersonic missiles against Kyiv in 2024
Russia has launched against Kyiv five 3M22 Zircon hypersonic cruise missile within the last three months, Kyiv City Military Administration reported on April 1.
Ukraine war latest: Kyiv says new Russian offensive could come in May or June
Key developments on March 28: * Zelensky: New Russian offensive may come in May or June * Kyiv dismisses reports about Russia's preparations for Kharkiv offensive * Almost 1,800 Ukrainian children made orphans by Russia's war * Security measures to be increased in Kyiv following missile strikes, threats of Russian saboteurs * Germany delivers
Security measures to be increased in Kyiv following missile strikes, threats of Russian saboteurs
The decision had been made at an emergency meeting of the Kyiv Defense Council, and was largely influenced by Russia's usage of missiles that strike only minutes after being fired, said Serhii Popko, head of the Kyiv City Military Administration.
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