Eastern Europe
Poland
ANALYSIS: What Does Poczobut’s Release Mean for Polish-Belarusian Relations?
After five years in captivity as political prisoner, Andrzej Poczobut was freed, marking a key win for Poland. But does it signal a new opening with Belarus?
April 30, 2026
Ukraine
Zelensky Signs New Sanctions Package Targeting Russia‑Linked Entities
A new sanctions package was signed targeting Russia‑linked entities, including Belarusian companies and individuals tied to Alexander Lukashenko.
April 29, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Expands List of Banned Anti‑Ukrainian Publications
Ukrainian authorities added 11 new titles to a blacklist of propaganda books, citing efforts to counter Russian propaganda.
April 29, 2026
Ukraine
Hungary’s Magyar Seeks Breakthrough in Brussels on Blocked EU Billions
Hungary’s incoming leader met EU officials in Brussels as he seeks to repair ties and unlock billions in frozen EU funding after years of tensions under Viktor Orbán.
April 29, 2026
Ukraine
Local Mayor Rebuffs Claims on Hungarian Rights in Ukraine by Incoming Hungarian PM
The mayor of Berehove, a border city near Hungary, has rejected claims made by soon-to-be Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar that the Hungarian population has been oppressed.
April 29, 2026
Russia
OPINION: Azerbaijan Today as Seen by Its Democratic Opposition
Azerbaijan’s democratic opposition offers a lens to Ukraine and the world on the case of Ali Karimli and the human rights situation in its country.
April 29, 2026
Russia
Belarus Releases Five Prisoners Under US-Brokered Deal
Officials said the exchange involved multiple countries and included the release of a prominent Russian archaeologist.
April 28, 2026
Russia
Russia Loses Control in Mali as Officials Call for Stability
Rebels captured Kidal after clashes that forced Russian‑backed forces to pull back.
April 28, 2026
Ukraine
Zelensky Says Russia Plans Expanded Mobilization Despite Battlefield Failures
Ukrainian intelligence said internal Russian military documents show commanders cannot meet Kremlin objectives even as Moscow prepares new offensives.
April 28, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kremlin Exploits Migrants to Fuel War, Plans 18,500 Recruits – Ukrainian Intelligence
Russia plans to recruit 18,500 foreigners in 2026, using quotas, pressure, and legal vulnerability to fuel its war effort, according to Ukraine’s Military Intelligence (HUR).
April 28, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Says Russian-Linked Network Planned Killings and Sabotage Across EU
Prosecutors said an international operation disrupted a network preparing assassinations, arson, and infrastructure attacks in multiple European countries.
April 27, 2026
Europe
Zelensky and Sandu Call on EU to Start Membership Talks Without Delay
During a meeting in Kyiv on the 40th anniversary of Chornobyl, the leaders of Ukraine and Moldova declared that both nations have fulfilled all conditions to open EU accession clusters.
April 26, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russian Drone Debris Found in Romania Following Massive Attack on Ukraine
Romanian authorities condemned Moscow’s “irresponsible actions” after wreckage damaged an auxiliary building and a power pole near the Ukrainian border overnight.
April 25, 2026
Ukraine
Belarus Militarizing but Unlikely to Launch Independent Attack on Ukraine
An opposition figure said Belarus is preparing for war but lacks the capacity to act independently, while Ukrainian officials report no immediate danger.
April 24, 2026
Ukraine
‘Nothing Will Happen Suddenly’ – Kyiv Says No Imminent Signs of Belarus Invasion
Kyrylo Budanov, the head of Ukraine’s Presidential Office and former intelligence chief, said Ukraine is monitoring Belarus for threats but does not expect any surprise escalation.
April 24, 2026
Energy
Russia Agrees to Supply Indonesia With Up to 150 Million Barrels of Oil
The deal follows Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s recent visit to Moscow as Jakarta seeks to secure alternative oil supplies amid Middle East disruptions.
April 23, 2026
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