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US
OPINION: Trump Seeks US Hegemony Over Global Maritime Routes
Trump plans to secure US access to global trade routes by limiting China’s Panama Canal access, gaining special rights in Canada’s waters, and increasing US military infrastructure in Greenland.
Jan. 25, 2025
Ukraine
Cooperation with Warsaw on Exhuming WWII Massacre Victims a Priority for Ukraine, Says Envoy
The issue of exhumations has often threatened to derail ties between Kyiv and Warsaw, a staunch backer of Ukraine in its war against Russia.
Jan. 25, 2025
Ukraine
Zelensky Says Ukraine Military Aid Not Part of US 90-Day Aid Suspension
Humanitarian aid to Ukraine likely to be hit by the Trump executive order, but Zelensky says military aid has so far been spared.
Jan. 25, 2025
Zelensky Offers Ukrainian Coal to Ease Energy Crisis in Transnistria
Zelensky, whose own country’s power grid has been battered by Russian air strikes, said that Ukraine was also prepared to send a delegation to the plant to optimize its output.
Jan. 25, 2025
Belarus
Belarus: Lukashenka Having Himself Re-Elected
A presidential election will be held in Belarus on Sunday. Alexander Lukashenka, who has ruled the country as a dictator since 1994, wants to be confirmed for a seventh term.
Jan. 25, 2025
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Mad Medvedev, Wishful Diplomacy, When Progress Isn’t
Stefan Korshak, Kyiv Post’s military correspondent, shares his perspective on recent developments in Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Jan. 25, 2025
War in Ukraine
Zelensky Says Allies Should Work on ‘Format’ for Any Talks With Russia
Zelensky said in Kyiv that talks to end the war should be held between the United States, the EU, Ukraine and Russia.
Jan. 25, 2025
US
US Suspends Immigration Programs for Migrants, Including Ukrainians – NYT
More than 150,000 Ukrainians had entered the US under the program
Jan. 25, 2025
Putin
Russia Loses Key Naval Base in Syria – What Now?
After the fall of the Assad regime in December 2024, Syria’s new leadership canceled Russia’s lease at the Tartus naval base - its only major overseas military port.
Jan. 25, 2025
Putin
Trump’s ‘Stop Virus Research’ Order Reignites ‘Ukraine Biolab’ Disinformation Campaign
The WSJ “exclusive” report that President Trump was preparing to halt funding for research into virulent viruses saw pro-Russian disinformation channels switching to top gear.
Jan. 25, 2025
Azerbaijan
‘Loud explosion’: survivor recounts Azerbaijan Airlines crash
Azerbaijan has publicly stated that Russian air defenses shot down the plan, but Moscow has refused responsibility.
Jan. 25, 2025
Ukraine
Poland on Track to Cut Benefits for Ukrainian Refugees
While support for Ukraine is not in question, welfare paid in Poland is.
Jan. 25, 2025
Belarus
Belarus Election Offers Lukashenko Versus No One Else
All of Lukashenko’s opponents are in prison or in exile and any form of criticism against Lukashenko is banned in Belarus.
Jan. 25, 2025
Ukraine
What Happened in Ukraine This Week? Test Your Knowledge
Do you know the key events that shaped the war in Ukraine this week? Stay up-to-date with Kyiv Post’s latest quiz covering the most significant stories from the last seven days.
Jan. 25, 2025
Russia
Angry Slovaks Ratchet Up Protests Against PM Fico’s Pro-Russia Drive
In an open letter, several hundred psychiatrists and psychologists expressed concern about the current climate, calling on the 60-year-old prime minister to consider stepping down.
Jan. 25, 2025
Ukraine
Ukraine-Skeptic Pete Hegseth Confirmed US Defense Secretary After VP Casts Tie-Breaking Senate Vote
VP Vance casts tie-breaking vote to name Trump loyalist Pete Hegseth as defense secretary in the narrowest-ever Pentagon confirmation. His inexperience and Ukraine stance raise concern for some.
Jan. 25, 2025
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