Ukraine
War in Ukraine
Putin-Trump Summit: What We Know So Far
Both sides have confirmed preparations for a summit are underway and that a meeting could take place next week -- though no firm date has been set.
Aug. 8, 2025
Prisoners of War
Two Russian Soldiers Taken Prisoner, Exchanged and Captured Again – on the Same Battlefield
Privates Shagaa Saktaagai and Dmitriy Ivanov returned home after months of detention in Ukraine, and the Russian army sent them right back into combat.
Updated: Aug. 8, 2025
Putin
Info Vacuum on Putin-Witkoff Meeting Filled by Details of US Envoy’s Breakfast
Russian media filled the gap caused by the news blackout following Wednesday’s meeting with details of what Steve Witkoff had for breakfast: “La Grande Cheburek” – a Crimean specialty.
Aug. 8, 2025
Ukraine
Turkey’s Ukrainian-Engined Akıncı Drone Wields New Loitering Smart Weapons
Defense tech firm Baykar’s latest video showcases its Ukrainian-engined Akıncı twin turboprop-powered strike drone testing next-gen Alpagut and Eren loitering smart weapons with pinpoint precision.
Aug. 8, 2025
War in Ukraine
Trump-Putin-Zelenskyy Summit?: Ukraine Reacts with Caution | Stefan Korshak
Senior Kyiv Post correspondent Stefan Korshak joins World Talks to discuss rumors of a Trump-Zelensky-Putin summit, fallout from the Witkoff-Putin meeting, and skepticism in Ukraine over US-led talks.
Aug. 8, 2025
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Why Peace in Russia-Ukraine War is Impossible in the Short Term
A Finnish analyst presents his assessemnt of the current situation in the Russo-Ukraine war.
Aug. 8, 2025
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Ukraine - Don’t Hold Your Breath on Peace Talks
What Putin and Trump may agree over the heads of Ukraine and others is not what Ukraine or Europe need.
Aug. 8, 2025
Kyiv
Russia Unleashes 104 Drones on Ukraine - Dozens Hit Despite Air Defenses
Russia unleashed 104 drones overnight, striking Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Sumy regions. There were injured, homes destroyed, and fires broke out despite most drones being shot down.
Updated: Aug. 8, 2025
War in Ukraine
Diplomatic Trap? Ex-Ambassador Warns Trump Against Giving Putin Propaganda Victory
A former US Ambassador to Ukraine tells the Kyiv Post that Trump should avoid meeting Putin without Ukraine’s presence, while the State Department claims it’s focused on “actions over trust.”
Aug. 8, 2025
War in Ukraine
For the First Time, White House Has ‘Understanding’ of Russia’s Peace Terms, Rubio Claims
Trump State Department pushes for direct dialogue after Witkoff met Putin in Moscow. A prominent Democratic senator argues that sanctions are the key to leverage and pressure on the Kremlin.
Aug. 8, 2025
War in Ukraine
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 7, 2025
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on August 7, 2025
Aug. 8, 2025
Ukraine War News Today - Top Stories and Breaking Updates from Kyiv Post
Follow today’s breaking news from Ukraine. Key updates, major headlines, and top stories — all in one place. Updated daily by KyivPost.
Aug. 8, 2025
Ukraine
Trump Open to Meeting Putin Without Zelensky, Keeps Aug. 8 Peace Deadline
Trump says he may meet Putin even without Zelensky, despite earlier doubts on the topic, as Moscow signals talks could happen as soon as next week.
Aug. 8, 2025
Europe
Macron Backs Ukraine Ceasefire, Talks Security ‘Effectiveness’ With Zelensky
Macron reiterated that France fully supports a ceasefire and security guarantees for Ukraine in a recent call with Zelensky, as Paris continues to send aid to Kyiv and peace talks ramp up again.
Aug. 7, 2025
Zelensky
No Zelensky, No Summit: US Reportedly Conditions Trump-Putin Meeting
A senior Trump administration official told Kyiv Post that the planned summit between the Russian and US leaders won’t happen without the Ukrainian leader’s participation.
Updated: Aug. 8, 2025
Donetsk
Water Crisis in Occupied Ukraine – Anger at Empty Taps Deepens
In some areas the only available water comes from puddles prompting Putin to meet with the Kremlin-appointed head of the “Donetsk People’s Republic” to discuss the shortages.
Aug. 7, 2025
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