Eastern Europe
Ukraine
‘Playing into Putin’s Hands’ – Expert Warns of Kremlin Manipulation After Tomahawk Rejection
Ex-NATO official tells Kyiv Post that Putin is successfully convincing Trump to stall while dismissing Kyiv’s offer to exchange long-range missiles for its world-leading drone technology.
Oct. 19, 2025
‘Pressure Russia Like Hamas’ – Top US Senator’s Stark Call for Strength-Backed Ukraine Strategy
Republican Senator Jerry Moran argues that Israel-Hamas deal offers a direct blueprint for forcing a Moscow withdrawal, demanding ‘advanced, precision-strike systems’ for Kyiv.
Oct. 19, 2025
Ukraine
‘Appeasement Over Strength’ – Trump’s ‘Make a Deal’ Push Leaves Zelensky Empty-Handed on Key Weapons
Ukrainian leader leaves Washington empty-handed as the White House prioritizes immediate negotiation with Moscow, triggering a furious Democratic backlash over ‘appeasement’.
Oct. 18, 2025
Ukraine
Kim’s Troops Flying Recon Drones for Russia Near Sumy, Ukraine Says
Ukraine’s General Staff said Thursday that North Korean soldiers have been trained to fly reconnaissance drones to help Russian forces adjust fire, as Moscow and Pyongyang deepen their military ties.
Oct. 17, 2025
War in Ukraine
Trump Says He Will Meet Putin in Budapest After ‘Productive’ Talks
Trump said that he would meet Putin “within the next two weeks” in the Hungarian capital “to see if we can bring this ‘inglorious’ War, between Russia and Ukraine, to an end.”
Updated: Oct. 17, 2025
War in Ukraine
Russian Correspondent Killed in Zaporizhzhia
Rights groups say almost two dozen journalists have been killed, some four dozen injured, and 19 Ukrainian journalists detained by Moscow since Russia launched its full-scale invasion.
Oct. 17, 2025
Ukraine
Familiar Script: Experts Warn Putin Is Recycling Delay Tactic Ahead of Zelensky Talks
Former US envoy William Taylor sees Tomahawk push mirroring past sanctions, telling Kyiv Post that Trump’s leverage is now at its peak before a second Putin summit can derail action.
Oct. 17, 2025
Russia
Russians Were Present at Secret Training Camp for Moldovan Agitators, Serbia Says
Dozens of Moldovans and Romanians attending the camp, located near the border with Bosnia, were allegedly given instruction in sabotage tactics ahead of elections to the Moldovan parliament.
Oct. 16, 2025
US
Serbia at Crossroads: US Senators Lay Out Stark Dilemma as Sanctions Hit Russian-Owned Oil Firm
Bipartisan warning from the US Senate tells Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić to choose EU future or continued reliance on Moscow’s ‘weaponized’ energy
Oct. 15, 2025
Putin
Syria’s al-Sharaa Seeks Reset in Russia Relations in Putin Meeting
The two are expected to discuss the status of Russia’s prized military bases in Syria and the extradition of ousted dictator Bashar al-Assad, who has sought shelter in Moscow.
Oct. 15, 2025
War in Ukraine
Drone Strikes Russian Oil Refinery in Ufa, Far From Ukraine Border
A drone hit the Bashneft-owned Ufaorgsintez refinery more than 1,000 kilometers from Ukraine, sparking smoke reports and brief airport restrictions in Bashkortostan.
Oct. 15, 2025
Ukraine
Escalation or Surrender: Only Pressure Can Force Putin to Negotiate, Military Experts Urge Trump
Ahead of President Zelensky’s Washington visit, retired US military officers are calling for maximum support – including deep-strike capabilities – for Ukraine.
Oct. 15, 2025
Ukraine
‘Tightening Screws’ – US, Ukraine Coordinate Hard-Line Economic, Military Pressure on Russia
US Treasury Secretary demands G7 allies halt funding via Russian oil loopholes. The coordinated effort comes ahead of Zelensky’s visit to discuss the prospect of receiving Tomahawk missiles.
Oct. 15, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Russia’s War a Risk to All’: NATO Warns of Global Threat, Calls for Stronger Resilience
A NATO official told Kyiv Post that Russia’s war endangers global security, violates the UN Charter, and highlights the need for resilience across the whole of society.
Oct. 14, 2025
Ukraine
‘Push Putin, Pressure Allies’ – Trump Reportedly Ties Tomahawk Deal to German Missile Transfer
The US President is nearing a decision on Tomahawk missiles, a move sources tell Kyiv Post is calculated to compel Moscow and end allied hesitation. Zelensky’s visit will seal defense cooperation.
Oct. 14, 2025
Legal
Ex-Audit Chief Warns Polish Intelligence Lacks Oversight
The lack of proper oversight might be linked to the recent pedophilia scandal in the Polish secret services.
Oct. 13, 2025
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