Culture
Ukraine
Filming the Unthinkable: How War Changes the Lens
Ukrainian director Maksym Nakonechnyi on storytelling during wartime, the psychology of conflict, and his Cannes-acclaimed debut Butterfly Vision.
March 25, 2026
Ukraine
Ukrainian Director Oleksandr Khomenko: Turning Historical Figures Into Rock Stars
Mur theater’s Khomenko on history, war, and why teenagers are cosplaying Ukrainian poets instead of superheroes.
March 22, 2026
Kyiv
Ukrainian Fashion Week: What Does Fashion Have to Do With Freedom?
From the battlefield to the runway, Ukrainian Fashion Week 2026 presented a bold vision of fashion as cultural diplomacy with a spotlight on a distinct Ukrainian identity.
March 21, 2026
Ukraine
Lina Kostenko – Ukraine’s Poetic Sphinx, Turns 96
For many years she has shunned the media and made few public appearances. This chosen role as a recluse has only added to the enigma and reverence surrounding this brilliant and defiant Ukrainian.
March 19, 2026
Culture
Oscars 2026: Big Wins, Fierce Competition, and Emotional Tributes
One Battle After Another” dominated the Oscars with six wins, while “Sinners” and other major films also scored big in one of the most competitive awards seasons in years.
March 16, 2026
War in Ukraine
EU Threatens to Pull Venice Biennale Funding Over Russia’s Return to Art Festival
Henna Virkkunen and Glenn Micallef said the move to bring back Russia’s pavilion after four years was “not compatible with the EU’s collective response to Russia’s brutal aggression.”
March 10, 2026
Ukraine
OPINION: Shevchenko's Voice: Why Is his Contribution Still so Relevant?
Today is another anniversary connected with the Ukrainian revolutionary 19th century poet Taras Shevchenko. Although he died on March 10, 1861, his spirit and works continue to inspire.
March 10, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine War Documentary ‘2000 Meters to Andriivka’ Wins 2 US Awards
Mstyslav Chernov won two US film awards for 2000 Meters to Andriivka, which follows Ukrainian troops fighting to retake Andriivka.
March 9, 2026
Culture
Ukraine Condemns Russia’s Planned Return to Venice Biennale, Calls It ‘Unacceptable’ Amid Ongoing War
Ukrainian officials have issued a joint statement condemning Russia’s planned participation in the 2026 Venice Biennale, warning the global art world against allowing culture to whitewash war crimes.
March 9, 2026
Religion
The Russian Orthodox Church: A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing
In Russia the official Russian Orthodox Church is an accomplice to the state’s aggression. Kyiv Post speaks to the authors of a new book examining Moscow’s religious-political dynamics.
March 8, 2026
Music
Maxim Kolomiiets: Writing Ukraine’s Fragile Truth for the World Stage
From Kyiv to Leipzig, Ukrainian composer Maxim Kolomiiets reflects on war, music and ‘The Mothers of Kherson’ – a new opera premiering this year.
March 1, 2026
Ukraine
‘Stab in the back’: Open Letter Demands European Venue Drop Pianist over Russia Links
Pro-Ukrainian activists urge the Netherlands to cancel pianist Elisabeth Leonskaja’s Feb. 22 concert after her Moscow performance with a Putin ally, days before Russia’s invasion anniversary.
Feb. 21, 2026
Ukraine
Ivan Marchuk at 90 – An Interview from Vienna
In an exclusive interview with Kyiv Post on the occasion of his 90th birthday, Ukrainian artist Ivan Marchuk reflects on an imperishable spirit, and on art as the voice of the human soul.
Feb. 15, 2026
Australia
Sydney Gets New Ukrainian-Themed Mural
The new mural fuses two themes: the folkloric and fantastical work of famous Ukrainian artist, Maria Prymachenko, and Australia’s unique native flora.
Feb. 9, 2026
Kyiv
Russian Strike Damages WWII Museum Hall of Glory in Kyiv
Museum specialists, technical services, and police are working at the site to document the damage and conduct an initial assessment of losses. Despite the damage, the museum continues to operate.
Feb. 3, 2026
Movies
OPINION: ‘Nuremberg’ Wastes Its Potential by Twisting History
The lessons from the Nuremberg Ttibunal after World War II are still important today, but a new movie disappoints and offends by changing both the facts and the meaning of what happened.
Feb. 1, 2026
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