People
OPINION: Non-Essential Goods
A sense of patriotism and humane social values are what carry many Ukrainians through the darkest of times. But are we being tested to our limits?
April 6, 2025
US
ANALYSIS: By Trump’s Count, Russia Should Pay 42% Tariffs – But It Won’t
The Trump team had a glaring absence on its list of countries to be punished with tariffs: Russia. Kyiv Post did the math and came up with what Moscow would have to pay if it weren’t exempt.
April 6, 2025
Top News
American (Non-)Diplomacy, China, NATO Support Revisited, Duck Shoot in Andriivka
Stefan Korshak, Kyiv Post’s military correspondent, shares his perspective on recent developments in Russia’s war in Ukraine.
April 6, 2025
World Briefing: April 5, 2025
The world in focus, as seen by Canadian leading global affairs analyst Michael Bociurkiw in a quick review of the biggest news in international media today.
April 5, 2025
Ukraine
Should Scientists Be Silent on War and Peace?
The attack on Ukraine has brought to attention an old question of whether scientists should remain silent on matters of politics and war.
April 5, 2025
US
OPINION: Liberation?
America’s new tariffs will trigger seismic geopolitical changes. Globalization will become a dirty word. Mercantilism will return.
April 4, 2025
Ukraine
Rubio Says US Assessing Russia’s Commitment to Peace as He Concludes NATO Trip
Top US diplomat’s welcomed by allies, didn’t hide differences on key issues.
April 4, 2025
Ukraine
‘Zelensky and Putin Ready’ – Trump Hints at Breakthrough in Ukraine War Talks
Trump claims Zelensky and Putin are both ready to make a deal to end the war, saying “you will stop the killing of thousands of young people a week.”
April 4, 2025
World Briefing: April 4, 2025
The world in focus, as seen by Canadian leading global affairs analyst Michael Bociurkiw in a quick review of the biggest news in international media today.
April 4, 2025
Putin
Trump Urged to Delay Putin Call Until He Commits to Full Ceasefire
Despite this advice, Trump could still decide to contact Putin, sources said. However, his inner circle believes a call before a ceasefire is in place “isn’t a good idea.”
April 4, 2025
Ukraine
Anti-Drone Nets Cloak Belgorod – Ukrainians Snark: ‘Perfect for Protecting Windows From Pigeon S*it’
Russia is covering buildings with anti-drone nets, claiming they protect against attacks. But do they work, or is this just another money grab? Even Ukrainians are debating the idea.
April 4, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘The Anger Dissipates Quickly’ – Washington Gets to Know Putin’s New Chief Negotiator
Kyiv-born and US-educated, Kirill Dmitriev met his counterpart in the White House after Trump’s public comments that he is “pissed off” at the Kremlin for demanding removal of Zelensky from office.
April 4, 2025
Ukraine
On Trump Tariffs, Kyiv Says ‘Chance to Negotiate Better Terms’
Ukraine exported goods worth $900 million to the US. Trump’s tariffs will mostly hit small enterprises.
April 3, 2025
North Korea
Trump Slaps Tariffs on Australia’s Remote Penguin-Filled Islands
The Heard and McDonald Islands are an Australian possession, which is also facing the same new US 10% tariffs as Canberra.
April 3, 2025
Ukraine
US Defense Boss Hegseth to Boycott Ukraine Military Support Summit for First Time Ever
As America walks away from helping Ukraine, Europe is stepping up.
April 3, 2025
Ukraine
Russia Left Off Trump’s Tariff List as Sanctions ‘Preclude Any Meaningful Trade’ – White House
Ukraine faces a new 10% “base” tariff on its goods.
April 3, 2025
US
OPINION: How Should Victimized Ukraine Respond to Trump’s Strangulation Tactics
Bad enough for others to be attacked by Trump’s crude tariff offensive, but for Ukraine to be dealt such a cruel blow when at war with Russia smacks of pure sadism.
April 3, 2025
World Briefing: April 3, 2025
The world in focus, as seen by Canadian leading global affairs analyst Michael Bociurkiw in a quick review of the biggest news in international media today.
April 3, 2025
US
Trump Escalates Trade War With Sweeping Global Tariffs
The figure for the EU was 20 percent, 24 percent for Japan and 34 percent on goods from China -- bringing the new added tariff rate there to 54 percent.
April 3, 2025
Ukraine
Rubio Urged to Condemn Russia’s ‘Senseless’ Attacks on Ukraine’s Energy Sector in New Bill
Bipartisan US lawmakers are calling on the Trump administration to develop a strategy to combat Russian malign influence in Europe’s nuclear energy sector. Kyiv Post was first to view the new bill.
April 2, 2025