Russia
Caspian Sea Emerges as Strategic ‘Blind Spot’ for Russia-Iran Military Logistics
The Caspian Sea has transformed into a critical, unmonitored trade route, allowing Russia to supply Iran with drone components and essential goods away from US naval reach.
May 10, 2026
Social media
ANALYSIS: Revolt of the Masses: Why People Are Aggressive in Social Media, What to Do
Kyiv Post analyzes present-day divisiveness accompanying social media – now at an alarming tenor – despite the intention to use technology to facilitate com
May 10, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Reports 147 Combat Engagements as Russia Violates Holiday Ceasefire
The Ukrainian General Staff reported nearly 150 combat clashes and 7,000 drone strikes on the first day of the May ceasefire, as Russian forces targeted AFU positions and civilian centers.
May 10, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kremlin Demands Ukraine’s Withdrawal from Donbas as Condition for Peace Progress
Russian Presidential Aide Yuri Ushakov stated that peace negotiations will remain stalled until Ukraine withdraws its forces from the Donbas region, despite ongoing US diplomatic efforts.
May 10, 2026
Europe
EU President Signals Readiness for Russia Dialogue at ‘Right Moment’
European Council President António Costa clarified that while the EU must eventually engage with Russia on security, now is “not the time,” as Brussels defers to the current US-led peace process.
May 10, 2026
War in Ukraine
Putin Warns Armenia Over EU Ambitions, Citing ‘Ukrainian Scenario’
Vladimir Putin has warned Armenia that its push for EU membership requires “special consideration,” suggesting a “divorce” from Russian-led structures and drawing ominous parallels to Ukraine.
May 10, 2026
Verkhovna Rada
OPINION: A Ukrainian Senate: The History of a Bicameral Ukraine
The obstacles to a Ukrainian upper house of parliament have an interesting history.
May 10, 2026
Ukraine
Fico Reveals Putin’s Response to Zelensky’s Offer for Peace Talks
Following his controversial visit to Moscow, Slovak PM Robert Fico revealed that Vladimir Putin expects a direct phone call from President Zelensky if Ukraine is serious about ending the war.
May 10, 2026
Football
Shakhtar Donetsk: A Ukrainian Football Team Forced to Play Only Away From Home
How Ukraine’s wartime football nomads have defied the odds.
May 10, 2026
Russia
Russia Expands Alabuga Drone Factory by 340 Hectares and Begins Re-Exporting to Iran
Satellite imagery shows the Alabuga Special Economic Zone has expanded by over 340 hectares in a year, as Russia begins shipping upgraded drones back to Iran.
May 10, 2026
US
US Officials and Qatar Prime Minister Hold Urgent Miami Summit on Iran Peace Deal
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff met with the Qatari Prime Minister in Miami to finalize a one-page memorandum aimed at ending the war with Iran.
May 10, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russian Drones Target Rescue Vehicle and Civilian Car Amid ‘Fragile’ Truce
A 23-year-old rescuer was injured in a targeted drone strike on a fire engine in the Dnipropetrovsk region, while another civilian car was hit in Sumy as violations of the three-day ceasefire continue.
May 10, 2026
Europe
OPINION: Myth That Has Lasted Too Long
Who protects whom: Europe, America, and the lessons of war from Ukraine
May 10, 2026
Europe
Cyrillic-Marked Reconnaissance Drone Discovered Near Poland-Russia Border
A military reconnaissance drone equipped with cameras and Cyrillic markings has been found in a field near the Polish town of Bartoszyce, just 20 km from the Russian border.
May 10, 2026
War in Ukraine
Putin Claims War ‘Coming to an End’ and Offers to Meet Zelensky in Moscow
During a defiant Victory Day press conference, Vladimir Putin claimed the war in Ukraine is approaching its conclusion and expressed openness to meeting President Zelensky, but only under strict conditions.
May 10, 2026
Ukraine
How Kyiv’s Oldest Football Club Lokomotyv Revives Its Legend
Oleksandr Yegorov, the president of FC Lokomotyv, talks about building a European-style academy, supporting displaced children, and the “crazy” ambition to reach the top league.
May 10, 2026
US
Iran Threatens ‘Massive Strike’ on US Bases Amid Escalating Naval Blockade
The IRGC has placed its missile and drone units on high alert, threatening to strike US centers in the Middle East if the US military continues to target Iranian vessels.
May 10, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kyiv Denies Putin’s Claims That Ukraine Refused Massive Prisoner Exchange
The Office of the President of Ukraine rejected Vladimir Putin’s claims that Kyiv abandoned a major prisoner exchange, stating that negotiations for a 1,000-for-1,000 swap are ongoing.
May 10, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russia Violates Holiday Ceasefire With Deadly Drone Strikes Across Ukraine
Russian forces launched a series of drone attacks on Kharkiv and Dnipropetrovsk, killing a woman and injuring multiple civilians, including children, during a fragile three-day ceasefire.
May 10, 2026
War in Ukraine
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 9, 2026
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on May 9, 2026
May 10, 2026