Europe
50th Anniversary of Helsinki Final Act
On 1 August 1975 - in the middle of the Cold War - 35 states from both the West and the Eastern Bloc signed the CSCE Final Act in Helsinki.
Aug. 3, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Oh Gloria Inmarcesible’ – A Glimpse Into Latino Losses in Ukraine
What might a Ukrainian think when confronted with row upon row of dead Colombians in Kyiv? And exactly why did thousands of Colombians come to fight in Ukraine in the first place?
Aug. 3, 2025
Ukraine
OPINION: Ukraine Acts Swiftly And Convincingly – The West Drags Its Feet
Democracy very rarely functions unanimously, but this was a manifestation of democracy and unity.
Aug. 2, 2025
US
Kyiv Post’s Correspondent in Action in the US State Department
Video of Alex Raufoglu asking questions at a briefing by Thomas Pigott, State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson on 31 July.
Aug. 2, 2025
Drones
Ukrainian FPV Drones Ensure ‘Hellish Reception’ for Russian Armored Column
Ukraine’s Omega National Guard unit posted footage that shows the carnage of explosions and burning vehicles, as it claims the entire column was destroyed despite the use of “mangal armor.”
Aug. 1, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘No Progress’: White House Patience With Putin ‘Exhausted’ After Failed Talks, Rubio Says
Top diplomat confirms US will hit Moscow’s lifelines if peace evades new, earlier deadline Trump set after “clear frustration” with Putin’s targeting of Ukrainian civilians far from the front lines.
July 31, 2025
Drones
Latin American Drug Cartels Send ‘Volunteers’ to Ukraine for Drone Training
Following a tip-off from Mexico, Ukraine’s SBU and HUR counterintelligence teams are investigating the alleged infiltration of the country’s International Legion.
Updated: July 31, 2025
US
Trump to Medvedev: ‘Watch Your Words, Failed President’ – Warns Russia Is Entering ‘Dangerous Territory’
Trump slammed Russia and India as “dead economies” and warned Medvedev he’s “entering dangerous territory” after threats of war over Trump’s latest ultimatum to Putin.
July 31, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Putin on the Clock’: Congressional Conservatives Push to Reshape US Sanctions Policy Toward Russia
A conservative caucus of House Republicans push for draconian Russia sanctions, citing “immediate and escalating threat” to US national security, and hoping to give Trump diplomatic leverage.
July 31, 2025
Zelensky
Ukraine Approves ‘Large-Scale Agreements’ for US Weapons Shipments, Zelensky Says
Zelensky did not specify what principles the agreements centered on, adding that sanctions and pressure on Russia “can work.”
July 31, 2025
OPINION: Rearmament: Germany
Germany’s shift from pacifism to rearmament under Merz marks a major geopolitical turn, aligning with Japan to counter Russia, deepen EU ties, and support Ukraine.
July 30, 2025
War in Ukraine
Ill-Equipped and Tired: A Night With a Ukrainian Air Defence Unit
On the night in July that AFP embedded with an air defence unit in Ukraine’s eastern Dnipropetrovsk region, Russia launched 344 drones, but its largest-ever barrage comprised of more than 700.
July 29, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Stop Them Cold’: Gen. Petraeus Issues Stark Warning on Path to Ukraine Peace
Only battlefield change can halt Russia’s war, Petraeus says, as Trump reiterates his “disappointment” with Putin and sets new ceasefire deadline of “about 10 or 12 days from today.”
July 29, 2025
US
‘Better Than a Trade War’ – USD Rises on EU Trade Deal, Added Pressure on Kremlin
Analysts say the dollar’s rise was partly due to Trump’s shortening of a deadline for Russia to end war in Ukraine to August 7 or 9, after which he would sanction countries buying Kremlin’s crude.
July 29, 2025
War in Ukraine
Kyiv’s Self-Inflicted Wound: Ex-Biden Aide Warns Anti-Corruption Backslide Imperils Vital EU Support
Speaking to Kyiv Post, Ambassador Michael Carpenter offered a stark assessment of Ukraine’s ongoing anti-corruption struggle, expressing hope for a swift resolution.
July 29, 2025
Russia
Meet the Russian Soldier Risking His Life to Fight Putin and His Army in Ukraine
Russian defector “Caesar” joins Ukraine’s fight, vowing to battle Putin’s regime. A Christian and former trainer, he sees it as his duty to defend freedom and justice.
July 28, 2025
Zelensky
Inside Ukraine’s Youth-Led Anti-Graft Protests: We Spoke to a Coordinator
An exclusive Kyiv Post interview with one of the rally coordinators reveals the youth perspective on NABU and SAPO, attitudes toward authorities, and why cardboard became the protest’s symbol.
July 28, 2025
Ukraine
EU’s Von der Leyen Urges Ukraine to Safeguard Anti-Corruption Bodies
The EU chief said Ukraine was progressing but must “preserve independent anti-corruption bodies, which are cornerstones of Ukraine’s rule of law.”
July 28, 2025
Europe
Europe Hopes For ‘No Surprises’ as US Weighs Force Withdrawals
Washington is reviewing its global military deployments, with a drawdown in Europe expected in the coming months.
July 28, 2025
Russia
Fresh EU’s Sanctions Against Russia: Tightening the Screws of Existing Prohibitions
Despite sanctions, Russia still earns up to $160B annually from fossil fuel exports, as loopholes remain.
July 27, 2025