World Briefing: March 16, 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.
March 15, 2025
OPINION: Harald Omland: Unshakable Support From Norway
In an interview, the Norwegian filmmaker and volunteer reflects on why he supports Ukraine.
March 15, 2025
Ukraine
ANALYSIS: Why Trump Behaves Like a Mafioso
The world is appalled by how the US president picks on the weak and sucks up to the ruthlessly powerful. But those who have been watching him long enough know little has changed – and why.
March 15, 2025
Art
Wild Horses
Sidebar Stories – In the vein of “literature is news that stays news,” Kyiv Post presents some not necessarily factual narratives that offer added insight into Ukraine’s realities.
March 15, 2025
War in Ukraine
Trump Sees ‘Good’ Chance for Peace; Kyiv Denies Trump Claim of Ukrainian Troop Encirclement
The US president made his claims following a meeting between Putin and US envoy Steve Witkoff
March 14, 2025
Putin
Did Putin Agree to Trump’s 30-Day Ceasefire? Kind of. Maybe. Not Really.
Meanwhile, Moscow’s staunchest ally Belarus denied the possibility of a ceasefire deal between Kyiv and Moscow at a Thursday press conference in Moscow.
Updated: March 13, 2025
Ukraine
ANALYSIS: Trump’s Double Standard on Military Aid: Ukraine vs. Israel
Trump’s military aid policies reveal a stark double standard: Israel enjoys unwavering support, while Ukraine faces delays, conditions, and political maneuvering amid its war with Russia.
March 13, 2025
Putin
Putin in Camouflage Visits Kursk as AFU Battles Rage in Sudzha’s Suburbs
AFU Commander Syrsky reports fierce fighting near Sudzha, while ISW confirms Russia’s capture. Putin’s military uniform aimed to project himself as a powerful warlord, as per analysts.
Updated: March 13, 2025
Russia
Russia Confiscates Dual-Use Goods Transits From China
Industry representatives said the confiscations have led to China looking at alternative routes that bypass Russia altogether.
March 12, 2025
Ukraine
Trump Says He Could Pressure Russia, Prefers Not To
US President Donald Trump and Irish Prime Minister Michael Martin discussed the war in Ukraine in passing and made brief comments on the US-proposed 30-day ceasefire plan.
March 12, 2025
US
OPINION: Our Scary New World
Since the United States under Trump has effectively become a Putin ally, Ukraine from now on must rely only on Europe. To hang on to overly optimistic illusions would be suicidal.
March 12, 2025
Trump
Why Is Trump’s Ukraine-Russia Envoy Not Involved in Ukraine-Russia Talks (Anymore)?
Is the US Ukraine-Russia envoy Keith Kellogg being sidelined? Some unnamed official said yes, while others argued that Kellogg remained a key advisor in Washington’s Ukraine policies.
March 12, 2025
Ukraine
JD Vance on Cousin’s Criticism: He Could’ve Reached Out Via Family
Following a critique by his cousin, a US soldier who fought for Ukraine, US Vice President JD Vance called him “the toughest guy [he] knew” but questioned why he didn’t reach out via family.
March 11, 2025
ICU Weekly Insight: NBU Raises Key Rate, Signals Cautious Approach
Higher rate and stronger hryvnia, reserve bonds domination on auctions, anxiety about slow pace of ceasefire progress. Weekly Insight for March 10.
March 11, 2025
World Briefing: March 11, 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.
March 11, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘It’s the Kind of Concession You Would Need to See’ – Zelensky and Rubio Arrive in Saudi Arabia for Talks
After Ukrainian delegation offers ceasefire proposal, US Secretary of State says it’s a good start, but adds, “You’re not going to get a ceasefire… unless both sides make concessions.”
March 11, 2025
Ukraine
Ukraine’s Exports Plunge as Russia’s War Reshapes Economy
Ukraine’s export-to-GDP ratio dropped from 48% before the war to less than 30% since Russia destroyed much of its energy, chemical, mining and metallurgical sectors
March 10, 2025
Ukraine
Cousin of US Vice President Fought for Elite Ukraine Unit, Says JD Vance Was Wrong to Attack Zelensky
US Vice President Vance detests Ukraine and yelled at President Zelensky for not saying “thank you.” His Texas cousin, Nate Vance, is an oilfield hand and a seasoned Ukraine combat veteran.
March 10, 2025
Zelensky
Ukraine Considers Ceasefire Deal to Win Back US Military Support
A partial ceasefire would mean stopping drone and long-range missile strikes, as well as halting fighting in the Black Sea, reports say.
March 10, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Some Very Big Things Could Happen This Week’ – Rubio Looks to Rebuild Ukraine Relationship at Saudi Talks
At peace talks in Jeddah, US Secretary of State plans to resume dialogue with Ukraine delegation as Trump administration weighs effects of aid freeze and suspended intel cooperation.
March 10, 2025