Russia
‘A Tool in the Toolbox’ – US Senator Says His Russian-Sanctions Bill Has Trump’s Support
“My bill has 84 co-sponsors,” Senator Graham said. “It would allow the president to put tariffs on China and India and other countries to stop them from supporting Putin’s war machine.”
June 30, 2025
War in Ukraine
Every Meter of War Online: How DeepState Tracks Frontline Activity
Kyiv Post talks to Roman Pohorilyi, founder of DeepState – the most trusted source for tracking and mapping frontline movements in the Russo-Ukrainian war.
June 28, 2025
NATO
OPINION: How NATO Had to Stroke Trump’s Ego
With burning concerns that the President Trump might leave NATO in the lurch, members made a concerted effort not to do anything that would give the US an excuse to withdraw.
June 27, 2025
EU
Brussels Extends Sanctions on Russia, Delays Vote to Halt Fuel Imports to Europe
While 26 EU member states voted to extend frozen-asset holds and crackdowns on Moscow’s “shadow fleet” through 2026, the next round, ending Russian fuel imports, is yet to reach the floor.
June 27, 2025
NATO
NATO Summit: Unity and Strength?
Europe’s press delves into what can be expected from the summit.
June 25, 2025
NATO
‘This Is About NATO’s Credibility’: US Envoy Highlights Russian Threat Ahead of Summit
The US Ambassador to NATO, Matthew Whitaker, says it is ‘undeniable’ that NATO is so focused on increasing defense investment to 5% “because of Russia and the threat Russia poses” to its security.
June 23, 2025
NATO
NATO: Implications of Higher Defence Spending?
Nato member states will convene for a two-day summit in The Hague next week. The main topic will be to asses the strength of alliance.
June 23, 2025
France
French Firm Unveils New Recon Drone for Ukraine – Can It Deliver?
The manufacturer claims the drone – with a €15,000 baseline price tag – is immune to electronic warfare interference and comes equipped with thermal imaging cameras to spot enemy troops.
June 23, 2025
NATO
With Trump at Summit, ‘No News Will Mean Good News For NATO’: Western Diplomats
NATO members agree to increase defense spending to 5 percent. US officials say Trump will urge Alliance leaders to revitalize industrial capacities for minerals and weapons. Zelensky will attend.
June 23, 2025
War in Ukraine
Swedish Magnus’ Effect in Ukraine: A Military Instructor Bringing Knowledge, Support
Swedish veteran Magnus Ek volunteers in Ukraine, training soldiers with battlefield skills critical to survival amid limited time, resources, and ongoing shelling.
June 22, 2025
War in Ukraine
OPINION: World War Oil
Israel’s attack on Iran shifted focus, but US oil dominance and EU sanctions must keep pressuring Russia, whose war on Ukraine is still heavily funded by energy exports.
June 22, 2025
Belarus
Belarus Opposition Leader Freed After US Mediation
Putin’s Belarusian vassal Lukashenko finally frees 14 leading political prisoners, but more than a 1,000 remain imprisoned.
June 21, 2025
Books
The Enchanting World of Ukrainian-English Children’s Literature
The best way to learn a new language is to read children’s books, or better yet, write them. For Cockell, self-publishing allows for the quiet blossoming of his Ukrainian-English books for children.
June 21, 2025
Top News
Top Experts Rally Behind Critic of Russia’s Aggression
Numerous specialists on Russia, Eastern Europe and international relations have signed a collective letter to The Guardian defending the position of former Trump adviser – Dr. Fiona Hill
June 21, 2025
Iran
OPINION: Geopolitics - When Opportunity Knocks
What opportunities the Israel-Iran war brings, and who will have the gall to profit from it.
June 21, 2025
NATO
Russia Building New Military Garrison Near Finnish Border, Satellite Images Show
According to military experts, the move indicates Moscow aims to strengthen its military presence along the Finnish border, intensifying pressure on NATO’s eastern flank.
June 19, 2025
War in Ukraine
Trump Increasingly Irate at Isolationists on His Team
“I don’t care what she said,” US President says of his Director of National Intelligence’s warnings against attacking Iran, in the latest rift between Team Trump and isolationists in his party.
June 19, 2025
Ukraine
Ukrainian Cancer Patient, 7, Family Killed in Missile Strike Near Tel Aviv
Maria, her 7-year-old daughter Anastasia – who was being treated for cancer – her 60-year-old mother Elena, and two young nephews were killed in Iran’s attack. The girl’s father is an AFU soldier.
June 18, 2025
Verkhovna Rada
Ukraine Takes First Steps to Allowing Dual Citizenship, But...
The Verkhovna Rada has voted to adopt a law that will allow its citizens and foreigners applying for Ukrainian passports to hold multiple citizenship in the future.
June 18, 2025
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Distrustful, Hostile Russia Sticks to Guns, Snubs Trump’s Concessions on Ukraine
Trump’s compromises have failed to win America Moscow’s friendship. Moscow wants him to agree to its conquest of Ukraine. West Europe’s democracies should stand up for Ukraine and international law.
June 18, 2025