World
US
Higher US Tariffs Take Effect on Dozens of Economies
As an executive order signed last week by Trump took effect, US duties rose from 10 percent to levels between 15 percent and 41 percent for a list of trading partners.
Aug. 7, 2025
Russia
OPINION: Some Personal Reflections on the Real Russia
A Finnish analyst offers his perceptions of Russia and what it represents.
Aug. 7, 2025
Ukraine
‘Very Good Prospect’ – Trump Plans Back-to-Back Putin and Zelensky Summits
Trump may meet Putin as soon as next week, then host a three-way summit with Zelensky – excluding Europe. The US says Trump is open to talks and “the war must end.”
Updated: Aug. 7, 2025
Ukraine
‘The War Must End’ – Zelensky Talks to Trump, Confirms US Position After Witkoff-Putin Meeting
Zelensky spoke with Trump after Witkoff’s Moscow talks, saying “the war must end” as Trump imposed new tariffs on India ahead of his Aug. 8 peace deadline.
Updated: Aug. 6, 2025
Putin
Trump Hails ‘Great Progress’ in Witkoff-Putin Meeting
Trump says envoy Steve Witkoff had a “highly productive” meeting with Putin, claiming “great progress,” though he offered no details on the topics covered.
Aug. 6, 2025
EU
Georgian Journalist Jailed: 24 Embassies Condemn ‘Politically Motivated’ Sentence
A well-known journalist was sentenced to two years in jail for slapping a police chief during protests against the Georgian government. Supporters are protesting the sentence.
Aug. 6, 2025
Ukraine
‘Retaliation for Russian Oil’: Trump Imposes Sweeping Tariffs on India
White House blindsides India with 25% duty on all imports, citing a “national emergency” over its continued energy trade with Moscow.
Aug. 6, 2025
Putin
Kremlin: Putin, Witkoff Talk Ukraine, Possible Cooperation
Russian presidential aide Yuriy Ushakov said the two exchanged positions on Ukraine ahead of US President Donald Trump’s Friday sanction deadline for Moscow.
Aug. 6, 2025
Putin
Putin Holds Three-Hour Talks With Trump’s Envoy at Kremlin
Witkoff arrived in Moscow early Wednesday and was received by Putin in the Kremlin later the same day.
Updated: Aug. 6, 2025
Poland
What are the Role and Powers of the Polish President?
In Poland’s semi-presidential system, the president doesn’t run the government but can block, delay and shape it through vetoes, appointments, and a formal voice in foreign and defense policy.
Aug. 6, 2025
Poland
Nawrocki: Nationalist Historian Becomes Poland’s President
Poland’s new rightist president, a former boxer and now a Trump supporter, takes office.
Aug. 6, 2025
US
Witkoff Touches Down in Moscow as Trump’s Ukraine Ultimatum Nears
Trump’s envoy reportedly has landed in Moscow, meeting a top Kremlin investment official as Trump’s deadline for Russia to end its war looms.
Aug. 6, 2025
Ukraine
‘They Live What We Only Preach’ – Why a German Fights for Ukraine
In an exclusive interview with Kyiv Post, former member of Germany’s Alternative für Deutschland talks about the journey that took him from ideological confusion to clarity.
Aug. 6, 2025
US
US Defends Moldova’s Sovereignty Amid Russian Interference Claims
With crucial legislature election looming, State Department tells Kyiv Post it condemns any move to undermine Moldovan sovereignty. Analysts urge US to impose immediate sanctions, give economic aid.
Aug. 6, 2025
War in Ukraine
Tariffs or Talks? Trump’s Two-Pronged Approach to Ending Russia’s War in Ukraine
US President vows to “substantially” raise tariffs, calls out Russia’s oil buyers. The State Department spokesperson says, “The ball is in Russia’s court.”
Aug. 6, 2025
War in Ukraine
US Greenlights $200M More in Military Sales to Ukraine
The new package is “useful,” but not a strategic “game-changer,” a military analyst and retired US Colonel tells Kyiv Post.
Aug. 6, 2025
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