Economy
‘Businesses Aren’t Rushing In’: Deputy Ombudsman on Why Firms Shun State-Led Reconstruction
In a Kyiv Post interview, Deputy Business Ombudsman Tetiana Korotka says Ukraine’s reconstruction stalls due to outdated laws, slow government and lack of clear strategy.
June 29, 2025
Ukraine
EXPLAINED: Ukraine’s Deputy PM Hit with Corruption Suspicion Notice – What We Know
Here’s what to know about the corruption probe against Ukraine’s Minister of Unity Oleksiy Chernyshov – one of the highest-ranking officials yet to face such allegations.
June 25, 2025
Top News
Pro-Russia ex-Ukraine MP Andriy Portnov Shot Dead in Madrid
The shooting happened at 9:15 a.m. local time near the entrance of the American School of Madrid. Police say Portnov was shot five times. Early reports suggest there were three shooters involved.
Updated: May 21, 2025
Top News
Max Levada and Ukraine’s Fight Against Heritage Theft on the Road to the EU
Without a dusty fedora and bullwhip, Max Levada is still an archaeologist on a mission, not to find the holy grail, but to save Ukraine’s national antiquities and artifacts from black market plunder.
May 18, 2025
Corruption
‘A Gift From Jihadists in Suits’ – US Scrutinizes Qatari Gift of ‘Flying Palace’ to Trump
The US Constitution prohibits elected officials from accepting gifts “from any King, Prince or foreign State” in the emoluments clause, but Trump plans to keep jet after his tenure anyway.
May 12, 2025
Ukraine
Ukraine Debates the Fate of the Men Who Fled
While most Ukrainians fight valiantly for their survival, some men have chosen to illegally avoid conscription. Now a backlash is growing in Ukraine and abroad.
April 20, 2025
Russia
Russian Ex-General Jailed for Seven Years Over Corruption
Russia’s Investigative Committee said Shamarin took bribes worth 36 million roubles (around €390,000) from a factory in the Ural Mountains that produces communications equipment.
April 18, 2025
Russia
OPINION: No, We Cannot Return to Business as Usual With Russia
As peace talks get underway, many consider it an opportunity to restore business ties with Russia. This would be a grave mistake for several reasons.
April 12, 2025
Legal
Scandal Deepens as Former Taxman (De)Mobilized During Corruption Trial
The attempt by a former head of Ukraine’s tax administration to dodge a sentencing on corruption charges by “hiding” in a rear area formation has sparked outrage across social media.
April 10, 2025
Russia
OPINION: What’s Driving Closer Cooperation Between Russia and Myanmar?
Junta Boss Min Aung Hlaing’s recent visit to Moscow lay bare his embattled regime’s trajectory and signaled a new chapter in Russo-Burmese relations.
April 6, 2025
War in Ukraine
Fighting for Justice: Crimean Tatar Activist Advocates for Crimea’s History and Future
A resolute Crimean Tatar activist works to raise awareness of her people’s history, rights, and future, amplifying their ongoing struggle for justice and international recognition.
March 2, 2025
Canada
‘People Like Elon Musk Are Enemies of Our Country’ – 250K Canadians Sign Petition to Rescind His Citizenship
The tech mogul and unelected US disruptor-in-chief said his adoptive Canada “is not a real country,” while a third of his own DOGE employees resign in disgust and protesters gather in Washington.
Feb. 26, 2025
War in Ukraine
Eurotopics: Ukraine War - Is Trump in Talks With Putin?
Commentators examine the situation and express both scepticism and cautious hope.
Feb. 11, 2025
Zaporizhzhia
Russian Troops Store Ammo in Civilian Homes in Occupied Zaporizhzhia
Atesh says Russian military police and FSB officers conduct daily visits to these residences, and there is constant movement of cases containing cartridges, grenades, and mines.
Jan. 28, 2025
Zaporizhzhia
Russian Soldier Kills His Own Commander in Occupied Zaporizhzhia, Partisans Say
Amid a spate of insubordination, Russian soldiers in the Zaporizhzhia region report constant torture, intimidation, and theft of salary cards by their commanders, according to the Atesh movement.
Jan. 23, 2025
US
Russia Used Social Media to Meddle in 2024’s US Presidential Election
The evidence that Moscow used a variety of methods on various online platforms to spread disinformation and misinformation ahead of the Nov. 5 election is growing.
Dec. 21, 2024
Top News
Ex-FBI Informant Admits to Lying About Biden Family’s Ukraine Dealings
The Russian-born Smirnov, a dual US-Israeli citizen, faces up to six years in prison under the terms of a plea agreement he struck with prosecutors.
Dec. 16, 2024
Telegram
Russian Milbloggers Blame Poor Security for Sabotage ‘Epidemic’ on Airfields
The destruction of a Russian Su-27 fighter at the Krymsk military airfield in, Krasnodar Krai on Dec. 14, causes a welter of criticism at rear area security measures from pro-Kremlin commentators.
Dec. 16, 2024
World Briefing: December 9, 2024
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
Dec. 9, 2024
Russia
Russian Electoral Interference in Moldova and Georgia 2024: Mapping Telegram Disinformation Networks
How Russia continues to try to manipulate elections in other countries - the latest examples.
Dec. 8, 2024