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Kharkiv Opens First Underground Kindergarten Amid Intensifying Russian Strikes

Kharkiv Mayor says the city has been compelled to build 10 underground schools and is currently constructing its first underground kindergarten.

By Kyiv Post

May 27, 2026

War in Ukraine

Explainer: Russia’s Grip on Its Neighbors Is Loosening

While the Kremlin continues to threaten both its partners and adversaries, most of them are drifting away from Moscow’s orbit, regardless

By Lesia Dubenko

May 27, 2026

Ukraine

Zelensky Warns Trump of Critical Air Defense Shortage

Zelensky warned Trump that Ukraine is facing a critical shortage of Patriot missiles and anti-ballistic air defenses, reports say.

By Kyiv Post

May 27, 2026

Russia

Ukraine Bets on Deep Strikes With ‘Logistical Lockdown’ to Drain Russian Offensive Power

In recent months, Ukraine has quadrupled strikes on Russian logistics, warehouses, equipment, command posts, and supply routes at operational depth.

By Kyiv Post

May 27, 2026

Ukraine

EXPLAINER: So Where Does Ukraine Get So Many ‘Ace’ Drone Pilots From?

Ukraine probably operates the world’s biggest drone air force. Finding and training enough pilots isn’t easy. The Ukrainian approach works but it’s not much like NATO.

By Stefan Korshak

May 27, 2026

Ukraine

Russian Drone Strike Injures 11 in Odesa Region

Russian drones struck civilian infrastructure in the Odesa region, injuring 11 people, including two children, regional officials said.

By Kyiv Post

May 27, 2026

Ukraine

‘Next 6 Months Are the Most Critical’: Ukrainian Commander Sees War ‘Turning Point’ Ahead

Ukrainian commander Andriy Biletsky said Kyiv has a critical six-month window to seize battlefield momentum and strengthen its hand in peace talks.

By Kyiv Post

May 27, 2026

Ukraine

Europe Warns Russia Could Escalate War Beyond Ukraine

European officials warn Russia could widen the war beyond Ukraine amid rising threats and battlefield losses.

By Kyiv Post

May 27, 2026

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Ukraine

What’s Wrong With Russia?

Two prominent Kremlin-watchers examine and discuss the effects of Russia’s war against Ukraine on the domestic politics and collective psyche of a nation obsessed with its own greatness.

By David Satter, Jason Jay Smart

May 27, 2026

NATO

NATO Plans Rapid Troop Deployment For Baltic Defence In Case Of War With Russia

According to the sources cited by Reuters, an additional army corps is expected to be assigned to protect Latvia and Estonia.

By Kyiv Post

May 27, 2026

US Denies Visa To Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Ahead Of UN Security Council Session

Russia’s Permanent Representative to the UN said the Russian delegation had been invited by the Chinese Foreign Minister, with Beijing currently holding the presidency of the Security Council.

By Kyiv Post

May 27, 2026

War in Ukraine

Ukraine Hits Russian Aircraft Plant, Airbase and Oil Refinery in Overnight Barrage

Occupied Sevastopol also came under missile and drone attack as Moscow claimed to down 140 Ukrainian drones.

By Kyiv Post

May 27, 2026

Ukraine

OPINION: Rubio’s Yerevan Visit: What Washington Said, and What It Left Unspoken

The Secretary of State’s brief airport stop signaled support for Armenia’s sovereignty while avoiding rhetoric Moscow could weaponize before the vote.

By Sevinj Osmanqizi

May 27, 2026

War in Ukraine

‘Deeply Concerned’ – UN Chief Condemns Russia’s Threats of New Strikes on Kyiv

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said he is “deeply concerned” by Russia’s plan to launch systematic strikes on Kyiv, warning that further escalation would worsen the civilian cost of war.

By Kyiv Post

May 27, 2026