Eastern Europe
Ukraine
Heavy Fighting On Second Day of Trump’s Russo-Ukrainian Ceasefire
Kyiv Post analyzed front line reports on the White House ceasefire — bullets, missiles, bombs, and shells are still flying.
May 11, 2026
Putin
Armenia’s Pashinyan Skips Russia-Led Summit After Putin Urges EU-or-EAEU Choice
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will miss the upcoming Eurasian Economic Union summit days after Moscow told Armenia to choose between the EU and the Mo
May 11, 2026
War in Ukraine
Turning Point in Ukraine? Kyiv Seizes Initiative as Russia Falters on Battlefield
For the first time in nearly three years, momentum in the war appears to shift toward Ukraine, as Russian forces lose ground and face mounting drone-driven losses.
May 11, 2026
Ukraine
Russia, Ukraine Accuse Each Other of Ceasefire Violations
Russia and Ukraine traded accusations of violating a three-day ceasefire as fighting continued, with a Russian drone hitting a Kharkiv home and injuring civilians, including children.
May 11, 2026
Ukraine
Polish-Ukrainian Historical Congress Concludes as ‘Largest Gathering’ of Researchers
A major historical congress between Poland and Ukraine has concluded, marking a historic step in academic dialogue and mutual respect between the two nations.
May 9, 2026
Ukraine
Lithuania Hands Protest Note to Moscow Over Threats Against Embassies in Kyiv
Lithuania has issued a formal protest to Moscow, labeling Russian warnings to evacuate staff from Kyiv as a direct threat of force and a violation of international law.
May 9, 2026
Europe
EU Pushes for Swift Moldova Accession Talks, Transnistria ‘Not an Obstacle’
EU High Representative Kaja Kallas said the bloc must act fast on Moldova’s membership to utilize a current “window of opportunity” before potential political shifts.
May 9, 2026
Europe
Slovakia’s PM Fico Calls Himself EU ‘Black Sheep’ During Moscow Visit
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico defended his visit to Russia for Victory Day, calling himself the EU’s “black sheep” and pushing for dialogue with the Kremlin.
May 9, 2026
Ukraine
Norway Commits Additional $302M to Ukraine
Norway says the new contribution will help Ukraine receive critical defense equipment quickly through NATO’s PURL initiative.
May 9, 2026
Ukraine
Trump Hopes Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire ‘Could’ Last Longer
US-brokered truce includes 1,000-for-1,000 POW swap as Kyiv and Moscow trade accusations of violations.
May 9, 2026
Ukraine
Zelensky Orders Red Square Excluded From Target List Ahead of Russia’s Victory Day Parade
Ukraine excluded Red Square from its target list during Russia’s Victory Day parade, citing humanitarian considerations tied to ongoing negotiations.
May 8, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine, Russia Agree on 1,000 POW Exchange and Ceasefire
Ukraine and Russia agreed to swap 1,000 prisoners and a temporary ceasefire.
May 8, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russia Planned to Supply Iran With Thousands of Drones
Russia planned to supply Iran with thousands of advanced drones and training, raising concerns over expanded military cooperation targeting US forces.
May 8, 2026
Ukraine
Rubio Says US Weighing Global Commitments, Urges Action on Iran Nuclear Threat
Rubio said US resources must be balanced globally, while warning Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons and admitting Ukraine peace efforts remain stalled.
May 8, 2026
Putin
Putin Ready for Talks With Europe but Won’t Make the First Move, Kremlin Says
The Kremlin said Putin remains open to negotiations with European leaders but will not initiate contacts after ties collapsed over the war in Ukraine.
May 8, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kremlin Shifts Ukraine War Narrative as Hopes of Capturing Kyiv Fade
The Kremlin is reportedly preparing Russians for a possible end to the war in Ukraine without the decisive victory once promised by Moscow.
May 8, 2026
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