Europe
Ukraine
Russia Test Launches New Soyuz‑5 Rocket From Kazakhstan
The launch comes amid tighter EU sanctions on Russia and scaled‑back Victory Day celebrations as Moscow faces security pressures and possible renewed ceasefire talks.
May 1, 2026
“It Is Not for IMF to Organize Parliament” | Alfred Kammer Exclusive Interview
IMF Europe chief Alfred Kammer speaks to Kyiv Post in a final interview: Ukraine tax clash, hryvnia, Russian strikes, Europe’s weak growth and the need of energy shift, and his message to Ukraine.
May 1, 2026
Ukraine
ANALYSIS: Why Does Ukraine’s EU Path Look no Clearer Now that Its Chief Blocker Has Gone?
France and Germany proposed membership without votes or money but Kyiv said no.
May 1, 2026
EU
EU Suspends Funds For Serbia Over Law Reforms
Critics say the amendments, passed in January, give court presidents greater powers over judges and remove safeguards guaranteeing prosecutors’ independence, raising concerns in the EU.
May 1, 2026
Ukraine
No EU Accession Talks for Ukraine Without More Hungarian Minority Rights, Magyar Says
Magyar raised the issue during a meeting with European Council President António Costa on Wednesday.
May 1, 2026
Ukraine
Belgium Becomes 24th State to Join Special Tribunal for Russian Aggression Against Ukraine
Belgium joins recent signatories including Germany, the UK, Moldova and Czechia, strengthening efforts to hold Russia accountable
May 1, 2026
Zelensky
Israel Turns Away Looted Ukrainian Grain Ship as Zelensky Unveils ‘Shadow Fleet’ Crackdown
Kyiv says Israel refused to unload a ship carrying grain stolen from occupied Ukrainian territories as Zelensky announced a new campaign targeting Russia’s “shadow grain fleet.”
May 1, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russia Said to Be Assisting Iran in Conflict With the US
US military chief says Washington’s efforts in the Middle East could become difficult as concerns rise amid the strengthening of relations between Russia and Iran.
April 30, 2026
Europe
Chechen PACE Adviser Suspended After Controversial Remarks
The move came after remarks in an interview sparked criticism over views on LGBTQ+ people and violence in Chechnya.
April 30, 2026
Ukraine
China Becomes Main Gateway for Russia’s Sanctioned Tech Imports
Russia’s reliance on China for sanctioned technology has deepened, despite EU sanction efforts to curb supplies critical to the Kremlin’s war effort.
April 30, 2026
Ukraine
Russia May Seek Sanctions Relief in Exchange for Ceasefire
The remarks follow reports that Vladimir Putin discussed potential ceasefire arrangements with Donald Trump ahead of Russia’s Victory Day celebrations.
April 30, 2026
Putin
Trump-Putin Calls Leave ‘Many Questions Unanswered,’ EU’s Kallas Says
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said recent Trump-Putin talks show little progress and lack clarity on key issues.
April 30, 2026
Ukraine
Civilian Solutions for Army? Latvian Army Commander on What NATO Can Learn From Ukraine
Gen. Kaspars Pudāns, commander of the Latvian Armed Forces, touched on the threats from Belarus, Russian influence in the Baltics, and lessons from Ukraine in his exclusive interview with Kyiv Post.
April 30, 2026
Germany
Trump Says US May Cut Troops in Germany as Iran Row Rages
Trump said his administration is reviewing a possible reduction of US troops in Germany amid a dispute with Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the US-Israeli war with Iran.
April 30, 2026
Ukraine
Kremlin: Putin Wants Victory Day Truce
Vladimir Putin discussed a possible Victory Day truce with Donald Trump, despite past Russian ceasefire pledges that Ukraine says were repeatedly violated.
April 29, 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
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