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Ukraine Breaking News Today Live on 03-27-2024

By Kyiv Post

Mar. 27, 01:00

Russian Attacks Kill Three as Ukraine Calls for More Air Defense

By AFP

Mar. 27, 18:42

In Ukraine's second-largest city of Kharkiv, which has been reeling from power outages due to the strikes, officials said aerial bombing and shelling killed at least one person and injured 16 others.

France Doubles Down on Weapons to Ukraine, Top Official Says Russia Leaves No Option but Arms Build-Up

By Stefan Korshak

Mar. 27, 15:27

Precision-guided AASM bombs will be rigged for Danish and Dutch F-16 fighter jets Ukraine expects in May or June. Paris also plans to send excellent howitzers and old Africa-capable vehicles.

Who is Oleksandr Lytvynenko? What We Know About Ukraine’s New Security Council Chief

By Sergii Kostezh

Mar. 27, 15:07

Lytvynenko’s resume includes experience in the Russian FSB.

Washington ‘Does Not Encourage or Support’ Ukraine’s Strike Inside Russia: US State Department

By Kyiv Post

Mar. 27, 14:42

The official statement followed an FT report last week that alleged Washington of relaying wishes to Kyiv not to strike Russian oil refineries ahead of the US presidential election.

39 Nobel Laureates Rally Against Putin's Regime in Open Letter

By Kyiv Post

Mar. 27, 14:25

The distinguished signatories, comprising scientists, economists, and writers, have unequivocally called upon world leaders to bolster their backing for Ukraine's defense efforts.

Ukraine Says Detained Two Russian Agents

By AFP

Mar. 27, 13:53

Kyiv has waged an intense crackdown on those suspected of having collaborated with Moscow since its invasion in February 2022, opening thousands of criminal cases.

Kyiv Hosts Over 400,000 Internally Displaced Ukrainians, Reveals Ombudsman

By Kyiv Post

Mar. 27, 13:36

Despite the substantial number of IDPs, Lubinets lamented the absence of support programs tailored to this demographic in Kyiv, stressing the urgency for their development.

By Timothy Snyder

Mar. 27, 11:45

Terrorism, delusion, and self-destruction.

Four Wounded by Russian Fire in Ukraine's Kharkiv Region

By AFP

Mar. 27, 11:40

The Kharkiv region borders Russia and has been under persistent shelling since Moscow invaded Ukraine in February 2022, with recent bombardments there leaving thousands without power.

EU Liberals Leader Visits Kyiv as Ukraine Takes Spotlight in EU Elections

By Euractiv

Mar. 27, 08:32

As all main EU political parties have placed Ukraine and defence at the fore of their EU elections campaign, the EU liberals chief, Valérie Hayer, visited Kyiv on Tuesday to show support for Ukraine.

Ukraine's Secret Service Boss Details Assassination Campaign vs. Kremlin-Loyal Occupation Officials

By Stefan Korshak

Mar. 27, 08:21

Not all claims made by SBU head Vasyl Malyuk could be confirmed independently. Reportedly, one Ukrainian collaborating with the Kremlin lost body parts to an anti-tank mine.

Polish Minister Says NATO Discussing Shooting Down Russian Missile Incursions

By AFP

Mar. 27, 08:13

Warsaw on Sunday said that a Russian cruise missile fired overnight at towns in western Ukraine had crossed Polish airspace for 39 seconds, passing about two kilometres over the border.