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Breaking: Russian drones target Ternopil in Ukraine's west in mass daytime attack
Explosions were reported in the city early in the afternoon and are ongoing, with multiple blasts reported across the city, according to Suspilne.
Exclusive: Here's why Trump's envoys aren't going to Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump's envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are not rushing to visit Kyiv as concerns grow in Washington that renewed engagement in Ukraine peace talks may again produce no tangible results, the Kyiv Independent has learned. The hesitation comes despite months of internal discussions about a possible trip that would mark their first visit to Ukraine, even as both envoys have already traveled repeatedly to Moscow for meetings with Vladimir Putin. "They've promised (to
Exclusive: Ukraine’s Finance Ministry quietly working to convince MPs to vote for unpopular tax change
Ukraine's Finance Ministry is hoping to convince Ukrainian lawmakers to vote for unpopular tax changes — needed to keep receiving cash for foreign donors — with improvements to electronic tax filing systems. Kyiv has agreed to a long list of reforms as part of large financing packages from international partners, including the International Monetary Fund, the EU, and the World Bank. Ukraine relies on the cash to support its military and state services functioning. One of the most scrutinized r
Ukrainian drones hammer Russia's Tuapse oil refinery for 4th time, tanks ablaze again, military confirms
The facility on the Black Sea Coast was previously hit three times in two weeks, causing heavy damage to the refinery and triggering a state of emergency in the city.
'New level' Ukraine strikes cost Russia $7 billion in oil revenue in 2026, Zelensky says
President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine plans to further expand its long-range strike capabilities.
For Press Freedom Day, Kyiv Independent launches collection to fund drone detectors for Ukrainian journalists
On April 21, the Kyiv Independent launches a new merchandise collection, "No News is Bad News," dedicated to protecting journalists covering Russia’s war against Ukraine.
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