Top News
Germany Approves Record €20 Billion Worth of Defense Gear
The new weapons and gear will be ordered at a time when Europe‘s biggest economy seeks to rebuild its long-neglected armed force in the face of Russia’s ongoing Ukraine invasion.
Dec. 19, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘A Gangster Threat That Smacks of Desperation’ – Ukraine at War Update for Dec. 19
UK announces $286M in military aid; Kyiv to receive first tranche of US $20B promised loan; Kremlin calls British journalists “legitimate targets” after op-ed piece on general’s killing.
Dec. 19, 2024
Top News
Zelensky Huddles With European Leaders as Trump Looms
This evening’s gathering was expected to involve leaders from Germany, Poland, Italy, Denmark, and the European Union’s main institutions.
Dec. 18, 2024
War in Ukraine
Economic Woes Mount for Russia‘s War Machine
The latest setback for the Kremlin came last week, when inflation accelerated to 8.9 percent in November, according to official statistics.
Dec. 18, 2024
Top News
OPINION: How to Deal with Putin
When it comes to Russia, Finlands ‘speaks softly and carries a big stick.’
Dec. 18, 2024
US
Trump Launches His Revenge Tour, Putting the Crosshairs on Media Figures He Doesn’t Like
Having settled out of court with ABC News, the emboldened, twice-impeached US president now turns his legal sights on a Midwestern pollster and news outlets that aren’t quite to his liking.
Dec. 18, 2024
Russia
Don’t Force Ukraine to Capitulate, Ex-Lithuanian Foreign Minister Warns
Exclusive first interview with former Lithuanian foreign minister since he left office earlier this month.
Dec. 17, 2024
World Briefing: December 17, 2024
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
Dec. 17, 2024
NATO
Warsaw Insider: Europe Unites as Polish-Ukrainian Bond Solidifies
Political changes in the US have precipitated a strengthening of European solidarity around Ukraine while Polish-Ukrainian relations continue to mature.
Dec. 17, 2024
War in Ukraine
OPINION: The Invisible Front, Markus and Drapaty, Goeben und Breslau und ein Boot
Stefan Korshak, Kyiv Post’s military correspondent, shares his perspective on the developments in Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Dec. 17, 2024
Europe
OPINION: Give Ukraine Enough Money to Defeat Russia
The West is responsible for whether Ukraine wins or loses the war. It must be held accountable and the most obvious source of funds to secure Ukraine’s victory is hiding in plain sight.
Dec. 16, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘Syrian Stability Can Be a Foundation for Ukraine in Moving Toward Real Peace’ – Ukraine at War Update for Dec. 16
Zelensky says “Grain from Ukraine” for Syria ensures global food security; Russia wants to keep some bases in Syria; Russian assault in Siversk shows Kremlin forces adapting to Ukrainian tactics.
Dec. 16, 2024
World Briefing: December 15, 2024
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
Dec. 15, 2024
Top News
OPINION: ‘I Want Russia Destroyed’ – The Women on Ukraine’s Frontline Giving Putin a Bloody Nose
In the first of two exclusive dispatches from Ukraine, Lord Ashcroft hears about the brave women serving their country, including former music industry worker Hanna Vasyk.
Dec. 15, 2024
Poland Recovers Artworks Stolen En Route from Ukraine to Switzerland
The recovered artworks are estimated to be worth over $186,600.
Dec. 14, 2024
Economy
Medical Reform: Will Ukrainian Scientific Institutions be Converted into Hospitals?
Ukrainian medical science, which withstood the difficulties brought about post-Soviet underfunding and a lack of strategy, may finally change – not necessarily for the better.
Dec. 14, 2024
Ukraine
EBRD, Aon Launch War Risk Insurance to Cover Ukraine’s Domestic Cargo
EBRD wants to create insurance protection for domestic cargo, motor vehicle damage, and railway rolling stock since the internal financial market does not cover these categories.
Dec. 13, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘Decisions Will Be Made in Warsaw and Only in Warsaw’ – Ukraine at War Update for Dec. 13
Trump, Time Magazine’s “Person of the Year,” says Europe will supply troops for a ceasefire; Poland says it will make up its own mind on that; Washington OKs additional $440M for Ukraine’s economy.
Dec. 13, 2024
Zelensky
Trump FBI Nominee Calls for Probe into How US Aid Was Spent in Ukraine
Patel said that if Zelensky continues seeking more financial support, including from the US Congress, he must be more cautious about the tone of his public statements.
Dec. 12, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘Air Defenses Should Save Lives, Not Gather Dust in Warehouses’ – Ukraine at War Update for Dec. 11
An IAEA convoy was hit amid strikes in Zaporizhzhia; Russian forces reportedly took advantage of unfinished fortifications; and new developments in the UA weapons industry meant to ‘terrify’ invaders.
Dec. 11, 2024