Ukraine
Zelensky
No Talks in Istanbul Unless Putin Shows Up, Zelensky’s Top Adviser Says
Presidential aide Mykhailo Podolyak said that if there is no top-level Russian participation in Istanbul, it would mean Moscow is not ready for a ceasefire or real talks.
May 13, 2025
Drones
Spider Bot: Ukraine Deploys New Combat Ground Robot That Counters Jamming, Carries 100kg
Ukraine’s new Spider ground robot can carry 100 kg (220 lbs), features electronic warfare countermeasures, and can operate for hours in rough terrain.
May 13, 2025
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Turkey
‘If [Talks] Don’t Occur Quickly, US Ought to Step Back’ – Witkoff
Following Trump’s ultimatum to Moscow and Kyiv Witkoff said the US is committed to ending the war but both sides mist move toward peace, or risk losing US support.
May 13, 2025
War in Ukraine
No Ceasefire, Just War: Russia Ignores 30-Day Truce Call, Launches 166 Attacks in One Day
Despite Western calls for a ceasefire, Russia ignored the 30-day pause proposal and launched 166 attacks in 24 hours, with no sign of de-escalation on the battlefield.
May 13, 2025
Bakhmut
Female Combat Medic Destroys Russian Assault Group, Awarded for Heroism
With her unit surrounded and no one in command Svitlana took over, seized a grenade launcher, and used it to wipe out the group of enemy attackers.
May 13, 2025
War in Ukraine
Ukraine’s Annual Inflation Rises to 15.1% in April
In April, prices for food and non-alcoholic beverages rose 1.8%, with fruits spiking by 7.9%.
May 13, 2025
Zelensky
Zelensky Ready to Meet in Turkey, But Putin ‘Strangely Silent’
Zelensky says he’s ready for direct talks with Putin in Turkey, but the Russian ruler remains silent. Erdoğan and Trump back the meeting. Kremlin’s bombing, shelling, and assaults continue unabated.
May 13, 2025
War in Ukraine
Lysychansk Cut Off: No Internet, No Mobile Service Under Russian Occupation
Residents can only contact emergency services via payphones or in person.
May 13, 2025
Ukraine
Border Standoff Returns: Polish Protesters Block Ukraine Crossing Again
Protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk crossing are allowing just one vehicle per hour as tensions flare again over competition from Ukrainian hauliers.
May 13, 2025
War in Ukraine
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 12, 2025
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on May 12, 2025
May 13, 2025
Ukraine
Call Putin’s Bluff With ‘Serious Sanctions,’ Ex-Ambassador Advises
Former US Envoy to Ukraine tells Kyiv Post Russia’s oil and banking sectors are vulnerable targets as the US aims to end the war by demanding a 30-day ceasefire, and punishing Moscow if it resists.
May 13, 2025
EU
Ukraine, EU Defense Industries Ink Memorandum in Brussels
“We see strong interest from European companies and associations in the Ukrainian defense industry, and this interest is mutual. We aim to develop partnerships that benefit both sides,” Kyiv says.
May 13, 2025
Ukraine Breaking News Today Live on 05-13-2025
Stay on top of Russia-Ukraine war 05-13-2025 developments on the ground with KyivPost fact-based news, exclusive video footage, photos and updated war maps.
May 13, 2025
Italy
‘The Language of Ultimatums Is Unacceptable’ – Euro Defense Ministers to Meet in Rome
As Kremlin prepares for talks with Zelensky in Turkey, European ministers will discuss ways to strengthen Euro defenses at a joint press conference at the end of their meeting on Friday in Italy.
May 13, 2025
Russia
Aviation Group Rules Russia Responsible for Shooting Down MH17 Flight
The latest ruling by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council was made in response to a 2022 court case by Australia and the Netherlands.
May 12, 2025
War in Ukraine
Ceasefire in Name Only: Ukrainian Troops Say Fighting Never Paused in Pokrovsk
Kyiv Post visited Ukrainian troops near Pokrovsk, who laughed at the idea anyone believed Putin’s Victory Day “ceasefire” promise – the fighting never stopped, and medics never got a break.
May 12, 2025
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