Ukraine

Europe

Trump’s Pro-Kyiv Pick Takes Command of US European Forces

NATO welcomed its new Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR) US Gen. Alexus Grynkewich, who told the recent Senate confirmation hearing that Kyiv could win the war against Moscow.

By Leo Chiu

July 4, 2025

Zelensky

Russian Drones Slam Zelensky’s Hometown Kryvyi Rih Again

The attack followed a major attack on Kyiv on the same day and another drone strike on a military recruitment center in the same city a few days prior.

By Leo Chiu

Updated: July 4, 2025

War in Ukraine

‘Our People Are Home’ – Zelensky Announces New Ukraine, Russia POW Exchange

President Volodymyr Zelensky said most of the Ukrainian troops who returned during this exchange have been in Russian captivity since Moscow launched the invasion in 2022.

By Kyiv Post

July 4, 2025

Ukraine

Germany Weighs US Air Defense Purchase to Protect Ukraine

The plan followed news that the US has halted air defense delivery crucial for Kyiv’s defense against intensifying Russian aerial assaults, including one of the largest in the war on Friday morning.

By AFP

July 4, 2025

War in Ukraine

Russian Losses in Ukraine: 1,024,210 Troops Out of Action as of July 4

Daily updates from the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) regarding frontline developments and casualty figures amidst Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

By Kyiv Post

July 4, 2025

War in Ukraine

Trump Calls Putin Conversation Disappointing: ‘I Don’t Think He’s Looking to Stop’

Trump said he was “very disappointed” with his phone call with Putin, accusing the Russian president of showing no interest in ending the war. Trump announced he’d speak with Zelensky Friday.

By Julia Struck-Feshchenko

July 4, 2025

Drones

Ukrainian Sea Drones Launch ‘Baba Yagas’ Against Russian Air Defenses in Crimea

Ukraine used heavy Lazar bomber drones piggy-backed on sea drones to destroy high-value Russian air defense radars positioned on the occupied Crimean Peninsula.

By Steve Brown

July 4, 2025

Ukraine

OPINION: But for Others, the US Revolution Would Have Failed

After the American colonies declared independence from the British Crown, they fought a war that no one expected them to win. But they did win – with a lot of help.

By James Terpak

July 4, 2025

Featured

Fourth of July: Kyiv Post Celebrates With America

EDITORIAL

Ukraine

Fourth of July: Kyiv Post Celebrates With America

An open appeal from Kyiv Post to Americans and their leadership on their Independence Day.

By Kyiv Post

July 4, 2025

Zelensky

As Russia Pounds Ukraine With 550 Drones, Missiles, Lavrov Sends July 4 Greetings

Russia launched one of its largest air attacks of the full-scale war, with Kyiv and multiple regions hit. Zelensky slams Moscow’s “stupid, destructive behavior.”

By Julia Struck-Feshchenko

July 4, 2025

Russia

Kyiv Engulfed in Smoke After Massive Russian Barrage, Dozens Injured, Helicopters Battle Fires

Russia launched a massive drone and missile strike on Kyiv, injuring dozens. Fires broke out across the city as helicopters fought blazes and debris damaged key civilian infrastructure.

By Julia Struck-Feshchenko

Updated: July 4, 2025

Drones

SBU Attack on Russian Logistics Hub Blows Donbas Ammo Depot ‘Sky-High’

Powerful explosions rocked Russian ammunition depots near Khartsyzsk as Ukrainian drones struck a key logistics hub in occupied Donetsk.

By Julia Struck-Feshchenko

July 4, 2025

War in Ukraine

OPINION: Washington’s Cynical Pivot: Ukraine’s Air Defenses Starved as Putin Pounds Civilians

Again cutting Ukrainian weapons supplies, Washington’s latest move reeks of cold pragmatism, a gut-punch to Ukraine’s desperate fight against Russia’s relentless onslaught.

By Chuck Pfarrer

July 4, 2025