Ukraine
ANALYSIS: The Real Deal Behind US Aid to Ukraine
Several dozen US towns, mostly in the middle of the country, are likely to experience benefits for some time, due to the size of the Russian army and the Ukrainian army’s skill at bombarding it.
Oct. 4, 2023
From the Secret Pages of History: Why a CIA Project to Help the Ukrainian Underground in 1951 Failed
The US was ready to train Ukrainian exiles to return to support their resistance movement at home but the trainees decided not to take the risk and the scheme was abandoned.
Oct. 1, 2023
Art
OPINION: Ukraine’s Maria Bashkirtseva Died Young, But Left a Rich Artistic Legacy
Maria Bashkirtseva, author of the first painting by a female artist to be exhibited in the Louvre, was a patriot of her native Ukraine, yet Russia stole her name and fame.
Oct. 1, 2023
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Is Using Russia’s Own Propagandists Against Them
There’s also evidence that milblogger reports are only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to accurate information about the situation facing Russian troops.
Sept. 30, 2023
Ukraine
DC INSIDER: Why the US Congress Is Close to Abandoning Ukraine
Many Republicans no longer support aid for Ukraine. If Kyiv wants to ensure US support, it needs to influence Middle America rather than just Washington DC.
Sept. 29, 2023
War in Ukraine
ANALYSIS: Abrams Tanks Have Arrived in Ukraine – Here’s What They Can Do
The decision to provide Abrams tanks to Ukraine represented a U-turn as American defence officials had repeatedly said they were ill-suited for Kyiv's forces due to their complexity.
Sept. 25, 2023
A Story of Inexhaustible Hope by a Survivor of Occupation of Izium, Part 2
The city of Izium was under Russian occupation for six months following Russia’s 2022 full-scale invasion. One surviving victim, Liuba, recounts the time she and her son spent living in terror.
Sept. 24, 2023
Ukraine
‘The Russians Used Phosphorous On Us’ — The Family Who Stayed Behind in a Frontline Village
Myroslava told Kyiv Post about her and her family's life in a heavily-shelled frontline village in the Zaporizhzhia Region and explained why they won't flee.
Sept. 24, 2023
Ukraine
ANALYSIS: Ukraine’s Defective Weapons Should Be No Surprise Given West’s Rush to Arm Kyiv
Suggestions that the provision of defective Leopard 1 tanks to Ukraine by Germany was a symptom of something more sinister was wide of the mark, but there have been problems along the way.
Sept. 21, 2023
War in Ukraine
Even Kremlin Propagandists Are Painting a Grim Picture in Bakhmut for Russia
“The advantage in artillery, observation and adjustment from the air is decisive for them,” a Russian soldier fighting near the village of Klishchiivka has said.
Sept. 19, 2023
Ukraine
EXPLAINED: Why Ukraine Just Filed a Lawsuit Against One of Its Staunchest Allies
An ongoing dispute over grain has grown into an ugly diplomatic spat between Ukraine and several of its neighboring EU countries, including Poland.
Sept. 19, 2023
Russia
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un Leaves Russia, Gets Given Drones as a Gift
Footage showed Kim waving goodbye from his train to a Russian delegation led by Natural Resources Minister Alexander Kozlov, before the Russian march “Farewell of Slavianka” was played.
Sept. 17, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Is CIA Director Bill Burns Helping Ukraine to Win or Blocking It?
There have been worrying signs of collusion between some very senior US officials and the Kremlin on handling Ukraine and an investigation may be warranted.
Sept. 16, 2023
Russia
‘Something Is Wrong in Our Kingdom’ – Russians Are Panicking After the Ukrainian Strike on Sevastopol
The massive attack on the Black Sea Fleet and continuing drone strikes on Moscow have many Russians rattled – and calling for President Putin to do something in response.
Sept. 14, 2023
War in Ukraine
Confusion Over ‘Liberation’ of Andriivka as Army Calls Kyiv’s Announcement ‘Premature’
A joyous announcement was quickly quashed by those fighting on the ground. Kyiv blamed a “communication breakdown between several sources of information.”
Sept. 14, 2023
Crimea
ANALYSIS: Russia’s Multiple Headaches After Ukrainian Cruise Missile Attack on Sevastopol
Kyiv’s missile strike has just handed Russia a huge blow, with major warship repairs now necessary, control of half the Black Sea probably lost, and serious egg on its face.
Sept. 13, 2023
Ukraine
OPINION: Ukraine – Romania: Gratitude Where It’s Due
Romania’s steps in helping to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense deserve recognition as we look towards strong, dynamic and mutually beneficial cooperation.
Sept. 10, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Timothy Snyder – The State of the War: Thoughts From Kyiv
The renowned US historian and analyst Tim Snyder has just visited Ukraine again and shared his preliminary reflections on his blog.
Sept. 10, 2023
Ukraine
ICU Weekly Insight, 4 September 2023 - NBU Makes FX Purchases Easier in Retail
NBU makes FX purchases easier in retail.
Sept. 8, 2023
Ukraine
London's Luton Airport Bendy-Buses Are Now Being Used By Ukraine’s Army
Obsolescent purple bendy buses which were previously used to shuttle passengers to Luton airport from the nearby train station are now being used for a very different purpose.
Sept. 7, 2023