Biden, Xi to hold phone discussion in coming days
A phone call is being planned between U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping in the coming days.
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US names Russia, Iran, China as biggest threats to presidential election
The U.S. warned that Russia, Iran, and China have "increasingly used generative AI to create more believable text, inauthentic synthetic audio, and video that may enhance their ability to reach U.S. audiences while hiding their origins."
USAID provides $237 million in humanitarian aid to Ukraine, launches Rehab4U initiative
The announcement came on Oct. 2 as USAID chief Samantha Power arrived in Kyiv, marking her third visit to Ukraine since 2020.
Opinion: We're Republicans, and we're voting for Kamala Harris to back Ukraine
In the past week, both Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Polish President Andrzej Duda made stops in Pennsylvania. Zelensky toured an ammunition factory in Scranton, while Duda attended the unveiling of a statue at the Czestochowa cemetery commemorating the Polish Solidarity movement and its fight for independence against the Soviet-backed
US VP debate passes with no questions, comments about Russia's full-scale war on Ukraine
Ukraine was not mentioned at all, and Russia was referenced only once — in a passing comment from Republican Senator J.D. Vance about Russian interference into the 2016 U.S. presidential election.
US sanctions Russia-based cybercrime group 'Evil Corp'
"Evil Corp has used the Dridex malware to infect computers and harvest login credentials from hundreds of banks and other financial institutions in over 40 countries, resulting in more than $100 million in theft losses and damage suffered by U.S. and international financial institutions and their customers," said State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller.
Biden may advance Ukraine's NATO membership bid status, FT reports
U.S. President Joe Biden may agree to advance the status of Ukraine's NATO membership bid before leaving office in January, the Financial Times (FT) reported on Oct. 1, citing an unnamed Western official.
'A real myth' — Trump's Ukraine peace plan rubbished by former national security advisor
Trump has promised to end Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine within a day if elected but has not publicly elaborated on how he plans to achieve that.
Reversing recent rhetoric, Trump says he 'likes' Zelensky
Repeating similar comments made at a joint press conference in advance of their meeting, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump told the Washington Post that he liked President Volodymyr Zelensky "because during the impeachment hoax…he could have said he didn't know the (conversation) was taped…But instead of grandstanding and saying, 'Yes, I felt threatened,' he said, 'He did absolutely nothing wrong.'"
Trump meets with Zelensky, says his views on ending the war 'as soon as possible' have not changed
Editor's note: This article has been updated to reflect comments made by President Volodymyr Zelensky during his evening address. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said everything possible must be done to force Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war in Ukraine. Zelensky made the remarks on Sept. 27 after meeting
Zelensky, Trump hold meeting in New York
Editor's note: This is a developing story and is being updated. President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump on Sept. 27 at Trump Tower in New York City. Zelensky has been in the U.S. since Sept. 22, engaging in a series
Open letter: President Biden, this is how you can uphold your legacy by supporting Ukraine
Editor’s Note: The opinions expressed below are those of the author(s) and signatories and do not purport to reflect the views of the Kyiv Independent. Dear U.S. President Joe Biden, As Ukrainian cities continue to be targeted by Russian missiles and drones, bringing death and devastation to
Trump says he will meet with Zelensky at Trump Tower in New York on Sept. 27
Earlier on Sept. 26, Trump shared a screenshot of a message purportedly from Zelensky on Truth Social.
Harris criticizes calls for concessions from Ukraine during joint press conference with Zelensky in Washington
U.S. Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and President Volodymyr Zelensky gave a joint press conference in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 26, ahead of their in-private meeting. Zelensky has been in the U.S. since Sept. 22, where he has held a series of high-level meetings
Zelensky meets with Biden in Washington, presents 'victory plan'
President Volodymyr Zelensky met with U.S. President Joe Biden in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 26. The two held talks "to discuss U.S. support for Ukraine in its defense against Russian aggression," the White House said in a statement. Zelensky also presented Biden with his much-discussed victory plan.
White House defends Zelensky's ammunition plant visit, calls Republican investigation 'political stunt'
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre pushed back on calls from top Republicans to investigate President Volodymyr Zelensky's recent visit to a Pennsylvania ammunition plant, telling reporters on Sept. 26 that it was a "political stunt" and that they "need to drop this." Zelensky visited the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant
'Deepfake' caller posing as Ukraine's ex-foreign minister talks to US Senator
U.S. Senator Benjamin Cardin received a Zoom call from an unknown person claiming to be former Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, the New York Times (NYT) reported on Sept. 26, citing a letter from the Senate security service and its undisclosed sources. The senator's office received an email from a
Ukraine war latest: US announces new military aid package worth almost $8 billion for Ukraine
Key developments on Sept. 26: * US announces nearly $8 billion military aid package for Ukraine * Germany approves additional $447 million for military aid to Ukraine * Ukraine's 72nd Brigade releases video from Vuhledar, denies claims about withdrawal * 3 energy infrastructure facilities struck in overnight Russian strikes, Ukrainian PM says * Ukraine considers
US-sanctioned ex-Ukrainian official wins defamation lawsuit against media, including Kyiv Independent
The Shevchenkivskyi District Court in Kyiv on Sept. 23 ruled in favor of Andriy Portnov, a former top official in ex-President Viktor Yanukovych’s administration, in a defamation case against several news outlets, including the Kyiv Independent. Portnov challenged a reference to him as a “pro-Russian” politician and a person
Biden to convene Ramstein leader-level meeting in October
U.S. President Joe Biden will convene a leader-level meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in Germany in October "to coordinate the efforts of the more than 50 countries supporting Ukraine in its defense against Russian aggression," he announced on Sept. 26. The announcement comes as President Volodymyr Zelensky
US announces nearly $8 billion military aid package for Ukraine
The new tranche will include an additional Patriot air defense battery, unmanned aerial systems, and air-to-ground munitions.
US raises concerns over alleged Russian drone production in China
According to a White House spokesperson, the U.S. expressed deep concern over a report claiming that Russia has established a secret drone production project in China. A Reuters report suggests that a Chinese company is providing lethal assistance to a U.S.- sanctioned Russian firm, IEMZ Kupol, which
Zelensky thanks Starmer for UK's commitment to Ukraine
During a meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed Ukraine's security situation, the implementation of a bilateral security agreement, and preparations for the second peace summit. Zelensky also thanked the U.K. for its decisive actions since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. “Thank you for
Some Western leaders 'unimpressed' with Ukraine's victory plan, WSJ reports
The White House is concerned that President Volodymyr Zelensky's victory plan for Ukraine lacks a clear strategy to win against Russia, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported on Sept. 25, citing U.S. and European officials. Zelensky is set to present the details of his much-anticipated plan to U.S.
White House announces $375 million in military assistance to Ukraine
The U.S. has authorized a new military aid package for Ukraine worth $375 million, the White House announced on Sept. 25. The aid includes air-to-ground weapons, munitions for rocket systems, armored vehicles, and anti-tank weapons. The assistance comes via the Presidential Drawdown Authority (PDA), which U.S. President Joe
US to announce 'series of actions' supporting Ukraine, Biden says
The United States on Sept. 26 will announce "a series of actions to accelerate support" for Ukraine in its fight against Russia's full-scale invasion and future recovery, U.S. President Joe Biden said on Sept. 25. Biden convened with President Volodymyr Zelensky and other world leaders on the sidelines of
Trump slams Zelensky for refusing to 'make a deal' with Moscow
Former U.S. President and current Republican nominee Donald Trump criticized President Volodymyr Zelensky at a campaign rally on Sept. 25, accusing Zelensky of refusing to "make a deal" with Russia and "making little nasty aspersions" against Trump. The comments come as Zelensky visits the U.S. to rally support
US to announce $8 billion military aid package when Zelensky visits White House, Reuters reports
The United States is preparing a military aid package for Ukraine worth over $8 billion, Reuters reported on Sept. 25, citing two U.S. officials.
House Speaker demands Zelensky fires Ukrainian ambassador to US over ammunition plant visit
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson has urged President Volodymyr Zelensky to fire Ukraine's ambassador to the U.S., Oksana Markarova, for alleged "election interference" related to Zelensky's visit to a Pennsylvania ammunition plant, Fox News reported on Sept. 25. Johnson alleges that Markarova arranged a taxpayer-funded trip to a
'There can be no just peace without Ukraine' — Zelensky's full speech at the UN General Assembly
Editor's Note: The following is the transcript of a speech delivered by President Volodymyr Zelensky at the UN General Assembly on Sept 25. It was published by the President's Office online and is republished here without changes. Zelensky delivered the address in English. Dear leaders, Your excellencies, Today, I want
Zelensky meets with NATO's Stoltenberg in New York
President Volodymyr Zelensky met with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg in New York on Sept. 25, thanking him for "supporting Ukraine throughout his tenure." In a post on social media, Zelensky said the pair discussed several issues, including "the need to enhance Ukraine's air defense, (and) the continued efforts on
No Zelensky-Trump meeting scheduled in US this week, AP reports
No meetings have been scheduled between former U.S. President Donald Trump and President Volodymyr Zelensky this week, the Associated Press (AP) reported on Sept. 25, citing an unnamed official on Trump’s campaign. As Zelensky's visit to the U.S. continues, he is expected to meet with U.S.
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