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2026-06-18 01:05:24 UTC

KYIV POST:
Explosions Rock Kyiv, Poltava as Russia Launches Ballistic Missile Attack
https://www.kyivpost.com/post/78401
Kyiv and Poltava came under attack in the early hours of Thursday after Ukrainian officials warned of Russian ballistic missiles.
#Ukraine

2026-05-08 10:33:41 UTC

KYIV POST:
Kremlin Shifts Ukraine War Narrative as Hopes of Capturing Kyiv Fade
The Kremlin has reportedly begun developing narratives to frame a potential peace deal with Ukraine as a “victory” despite years of war, economic strain, and limited battlefield gains. Officials are reportedly preparing to shift public messaging away from capturing Kyiv toward holding occupied territories in eastern and southern Ukraine.
https://www.kyivpost.com/post/75697
#EasternEurope #Ukraine

2026-04-11 09:41:17 UTC

KYIV POST:
US and Iranian Delegations Arrive in Islamabad for ‘Decisive’ Peace Talks
Vice President JD Vance and Iranian officials have landed in the Pakistani capital for the highest-level negotiations in years, aimed at ending a war that has paralyzed global energy markets.
https://www.kyivpost.com/post/73721
#World #MiddleEast

2026-04-11 07:20:31 UTC

KYIV POST:
Trump Predicts Hormuz Strait Will Open ‘Fairly Soon’ Amid Tense Iran Negotiations
US President Donald Trump expressed optimism that the strategic oil route will be cleared following a fragile truce, despite Iran’s attempts to impose fees on international shipping.
https://www.kyivpost.com/post/73711
#World #MiddleEast

2026-03-25 23:31:12 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Sanctioned Russian lawmakers to meet US officials in rare Washington visit, source says
The Russian delegation is headed by Vyacheslav Nikonov, deputy chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee and the grandson of Soviet Foreign Minister Vyacheslav Molotov.
https://kyivindependent.com/sanctioned-russian-lawmakers-to-meet-us-officials/
#Ukraine

2026-03-14 13:42:11 UTC

KYIV POST:
Iranian Lawmaker Says Ukraine ‘Legitimate Target’ Over Alleged Drone Support For Israel
Ibrahim Azizi invoked Article 51 of the UN Charter, arguing Iran could act in self-defense if Ukraine joins the conflict.
https://www.kyivpost.com/post/71931
#Ukraine #World #MiddleEast

2026-03-12 03:21:12 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Ukraine receives Patriot air defense missiles from Germany amid shortage, Zelensky says
Ukraine received crucial PAC-3 missiles used by Patriot air defense systems from Germany, President Volodymyr Zelensky said March 11, according to Ukrinform.
https://kyivindependent.com/ukraine-receives-patriot-air-defense-missiles-from-germany-amid-shortage-zelensky-says/
#Ukraine

2026-03-12 02:07:55 UTC

KYIV POST:
Iran War or Energy War? What It Will Take to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz?
Twelve days into the conflict, the fight for the Strait of Hormuz has become central to the war, prompting a historic crude reserve release - but will it be enough to lower tensions?
https://www.kyivpost.com/post/71741
#World #MiddleEast

2026-03-11 23:47:52 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Putin's envoy meets US delegation in Florida as Washington mulls easing Russia sanctions
Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev held talks with representatives of U.S. President Donald Trump in Florida on March 11, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff announced. "The teams discussed a variety of topics and agreed to stay in touch," he said.
https://kyivindependent.com/putins-envoy-meets-us-delegation-in-florida-as-washington-mulls-easing-russia-sanctions/
#Ukraine

2026-03-11 23:42:17 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Russia strikes Zaporizhzhia with guided bombs, injuring 13, including children
The bomb strikes targeted Zaporizhzhia and the village of Rozumivka, damaging apartment buildings, homes, and critical infrastructure facilities. An 11-year-old boy and 12-year-old girl were injured.
https://kyivindependent.com/russia-strikes-zaporizhzhia-with-guided-bombs-injuring-13-including-children/
#Ukraine

2026-03-11 22:00:59 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Russian drone attack injures 22 police officers in Ukraine's Sumy Oblast
A Russian drone struck the district police department in Ukraine's northeastern Sumy Oblast the morning of March 11, destroying the building and injuring 22 officers, Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko reported.
https://kyivindependent.com/russian-drone-attack-injures-22-police-officers-in-ukraines-sumy-oblast/
#Ukraine

2026-03-11 21:54:24 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Massive fire reported at Russian metallurgy plant in Tula Oblast
Flames engulfed the Kosogorsk Metallurgical Plant in Russia's Tula Oblast the night of March 11, according to videos and photographs from local residents published on social media.
https://kyivindependent.com/massive-fire-reported-at-russian-metallurgy-plant-in-tula-oblast/
#Ukraine

2026-03-11 21:06:16 UTC

KYIV POST:
Unexploded Grenade Found Inside Body of Fallen Ukrainian Soldier Returned from Russia
The unexpected incident, which occurred around three weeks ago, prompted the emergency evacuation of the morgue in the city of Chernivtsi.
https://www.kyivpost.com/post/71735
#Ukraine

2026-03-11 20:46:34 UTC

KYIV POST:
Romania to Let US Use Its Air Bases for Middle East Ops Refuelling
President Nicusor Dan called it a “temporary deployment of American military equipment and forces in Romania” in a statement after the measure was approved by Romania’s parliament.
https://www.kyivpost.com/post/71733
#World #EasternEurope #MiddleEast

2026-03-11 20:39:12 UTC

KYIV POST:
Flights Halted After ‘Luminous Flying Object’ Sighted Over Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Air traffic control halted departures and arrivals for nearly 30 minutes on Wednesday evening over a suspected drone sighting near a Bundeswehr helicopter hangar.
https://www.kyivpost.com/post/71734
#World #EasternEurope

2026-03-11 20:15:11 UTC

#RUSI:
Recording: European Strategic Readiness in Turbulent Times
https://www.rusi.org/members-event-recordings/recording-european-strategic-readiness-turbulent-times
A discussion with Admiral François-Xavier Polderman, Vice Chief of Defence - Director of the Joint Staff, French Armed Forces.

2026-03-11 20:09:12 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Ukraine hits Russian oil depots, air defenses in occupied territories, military says
Ukrainian forces struck oil and fuel depots, Buk air defense system and other military targets in Russian-occupied territories on March 10-11, Ukraine's Armed Forces General Staff and Special Operations Forces (SOF) said.
https://kyivindependent.com/ukraine-hits-3-oil-depots-other-military-targets-in-russian-occupied-territories/
#Ukraine

2026-03-11 20:04:18 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Ukraine war latest: Russia blames UK for Storm Shadow strike on military plant, threatens 'new level' escalation
Key developments on March 11: Russia blames UK for Storm Shadow strike on military plant, threatens 'new level' escalation, destructionUkraine hits Russian depots, air defenses in occupied territories, military https://kyivindependent.com/ukraine-war-latest-russia-blames-uk-for-storm-shadow-strike-on-military-plant-threatens-new-level-escalation/

2026-03-11 20:02:15 UTC

#RUSI:
Macron Offers a Promising Vision for Nuclear Deterrence in Europe
https://www.rusi.org/explore-our-research/publications/commentary/macron-offers-promising-vision-nuclear-deterrence-europe
Macron’s concept of ‘forward deterrence’ offers a distinctly European approach to nuclear deterrence.

2026-03-11 19:17:19 UTC

KYIV POST:
President of Germany’s Bundestag Meets With Zelensky in Kyiv
In an address to Ukraine’s parliament earlier on Wednesday, Kloeckner said that Berlin is “not forgetting” Ukraine despite spiralling tensions in the Middle East.
https://www.kyivpost.com/post/71732
#World #MiddleEast

2025-10-14 22:52:18 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Trump says Putin should 'do something' to end war in Ukraine, cites 'a million and a half' Russian losses
"I mean, I had a very good relationship with Vladimir Putin, but he just doesn’t want to end that war," Trump said during a meeting with Argentina's President Javier Milei on Oct. 14.
https://kyivindependent.com/trump-says-putin-should-do-something-to-end-war-in-ukraine-cites-a-million-and-a-half-russian-losses/
#Ukraine

2025-08-17 07:21:27 UTC

ANDREW PERPETUA:
Putin is conceding terms in negotiation in large part because the Russian economy is severely hurting. Military signing bonuses are being dramatically reduced due to budget shortfalls, companies are going out of business left and right, inflation is nasty, and China is manipulating Russian markets to damage Russian industries. Soon Russia will need to increase their shadow mobilization to make up for the volunteers lost as signing incentives shrink,
1/3
#Ukraine

2025-03-26 07:16:08 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Ukraine will resist 'with their bare hands' if forced into unjust peace, CIA chief says
"I want to say that with regard to the Ukrainian resistance, the Ukrainian people and the Ukrainian military have been underestimated for a period of several years now," CIA Director John Ratcliffe said.
https://kyivindependent.com/ukraine-will-resist-with-their-bare-hands-if-forced-into-unjust-peace-cia-chief-says/
#Ukraine

2025-03-19 00:20:16 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
'I don't want us to be on Putin's menu' — Zelensky says negotiations must include Ukraine
"We are an independent state. Without us, I think it's wrong to negotiate," President Volodymyr Zelensky said on March 18.
https://kyivindependent.com/i-dont-want-us-to-be-on-putins-menu-zelensky-says-negotiations-must-include-ukraine/
#Ukraine

2025-03-16 07:15:18 UTC

Oryx collected some numbers regarding support for #Ukraine.
https://media.mstdn.social/media_attachments/files/114/170/873/918/669/545/original/1531f201076fea43.jpeg

2025-03-08 18:04:08 UTC

Europe should shut down X and Meta since they are enemy propaganda tools. There are enough European alternatives, like this platform. Period.
#Mastodon #Fediverse

2025-03-08 03:35:13 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
'Slovakia is Europe' — thousands of protestors take to the streets against Fico's pro-Kremlin agenda
Thousands of protestors gathered on March 7 in more than 40 cities across Slovakia targeting the government of Prime Minister Robert Fico, Slovak media Aktuality reported.
https://kyivindependent.com/slovakia-is-europe-thousands-of-protestors-take-to-the-streets-against-ficos-pro-kremlin-agenda/
#Ukraine

2025-03-03 00:35:35 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Canada imposes new sanctions against Russia
Canada introduced new sanctions on March 2 against 10 Russian individuals and 21 entities, including paramilitary groups.
https://kyivindependent.com/canada-imposes-new-sanctions-against-russia-2/
#Ukraine

2025-03-02 13:08:21 UTC

So @npub1sjw…739p has this idea of a punching ball with Putin's face (or choose Orban, Fico, Trump etc.) and one punch costs 5€ which is directed to projects in #Ukraine. I think this should be done with a web game or a simple app.
Is there somebody capable and willing to step in? @npub1s20…twmm maybe? That would be awesome.
Please spread and ask around!
#PunchForUkraine #NAFO

2025-03-02 07:50:10 UTC

So how could the regimes in #Hungary and #Slovakia be cut off from #EU decision making, or kicked out? Some thoughts.
- Kick them out, taking their keys and replacing the locks in Brussels. They will go to court then and likely win, but that would take years.
- Establish a EU within EU. More advantages for members, rules made by majority decision, traitors must leave the club
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2025-02-26 22:23:54 UTC

Without security guarantees, even without guarantees to supply weapons and support for already supplied weapons, this contract means nothing but extortion. If Zelenskyy signs it, be sure that this contract will not be recognized any further once 47 decides to cut support.
#Ukraine

2025-02-24 13:51:16 UTC

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This. When Russia bombed the Mariupol theatre in March 2022 with clearly readable "KIDS" written in Russian outside.
#Ukraine #RussiaIsATerroristState
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2025-02-22 10:14:50 UTC

Please have a look at these more than ever important campaigns to support the Ukrainian army with both humanitarian and military aid, like trucks, drones, drone jammers or night vision. Any Euro/Dollar/whatever counts. And you can even grab a nice #NAFO patch if you donate at least 100 €.
Please donate, please share, thank you!
https://www.help99.co/
#Ukraine #NAFO #RussiaUkraineWar #MutualAid #Europe
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2025-02-14 18:53:24 UTC

The current US administration and entourage, their politics, their views just shown once more in Munich is a disgrace. Demanding 50% of all mineral resources of Ukraine is outrageous. I bet if there was no war, Zelenskyy would not have rejected politely but quoted something like "American china shop bull, go fuck yourself".
It‘s good that VD Leyen suggests stepping up massively for defense. Europe needs to become truly independent from the US, as they turn out to be just another enemy.
#Ukraine

2025-02-06 13:43:14 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Ukraine regaining nuclear weapons 'not going to happen,' Trump's envoy Kellogg says
"The chance of them getting their nuclear weapons back is somewhere between slim and none," Keith Kellogg, U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine and Russia said.
https://kyivindependent.com/not-going-to-happen-trumps-peace-envoy-rules-out-kyiv-regaining-nuclear-status/
#Ukraine

2024-12-17 05:53:53 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
West should pressure Russia into peace talks, not Ukraine, Polish FM says
"Both the United States and the European Union must help Ukraine to achieve a better negotiating position for possible future negotiations, which should be encouraged and forced on the aggressor, not the victim."
https://kyivindependent.com/polish-fm-sikorski-calls-for-western-pressure-on-russia-to-end-war/
#Ukraine

2024-09-09 13:21:14 UTC

#RUSI:
UK Defence Spending Decisions Can’t Wait for the Strategic Defence Review
https://rusi.org/explore-our-research/publications/commentary/uk-defence-spending-decisions-cant-wait-strategic-defence-review
A combination of factors has left the UK defence budget seriously out of balance. Key decisions on priorities will therefore need to be taken well before the Strategic Defence Review process concludes, with the crunch moment likely to come in the buildup to the new government’s

2024-09-09 09:53:21 UTC

#RUSI:
Chalmers article
https://rusi.org/explore-our-research/publications/commentary/chalmers-article

2024-09-08 08:37:19 UTC

I don't get why only Belarus is shooting down Russian Shahed drones entering its territory but not Romania. There was another incident last night and I have stopped counting.

2024-09-07 18:17:28 UTC

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It‘s certainly just in time that all these misinformation networks are revealed before the US elections. Fuck Putin.

2024-09-05 09:32:12 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Putin claims Ukraine's Kursk incursion failed to make Russia 'nervous,' transfer troops from Donbas
Ukraine's incursion into Kursk Oblast failed to make Russia "nervous, fuss, and redeploy" troops away from the east of Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sept. 5.
https://kyivindependent.com/putin-kursk-failed-to-make-russia-nervous/
#Ukraine

2024-09-04 17:47:32 UTC

WAR ON THE ROCKS:
In Brief: Is the United States Preparing for War with China?
https://warontherocks.com/2024/09/in-brief-is-the-united-states-preparing-for-war-with-china/
#warontherocks
A lot happens every day. Alliances shift, leaders change, and conflicts erupt. With In Brief, we’ll help you make sense of it all. Each week, experts will dig deep on a single issue happening in the world to help you better understand it. *** Last week, U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan

2024-09-04 12:59:28 UTC

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The answer cannot be "words and prayers", the answer must be Ukrainian long range strike capability.

2024-09-03 20:13:23 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
New military app is set to revolutionize how Ukraine runs its army
Ukraine’s fight for survival with a bigger and better-equipped enemy is forcing the country’s army to swiftly seek innovations.The latest modern solution being used to substitute bureaucratic Soviet army operations is the recently launched Army+ app, which aims to make the armed forces “paperless.
https://kyivindependent.com/new-military-app-is-set-to-revolutionize-way-ukraine-runs-its-army/

2024-09-03 16:42:25 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
‘She was the culture’: Kharkiv mourns 18-year-old artist killed in Russian attack
At the opening of an art exhibition in Kharkiv’s Yermoliv Center on Aug. 29, 18-year-old artist Veronika Kozhushko, also known as Nika, could be seen jumping on a small trampoline before she landed on her feet with a breathless smile.The following day, Russia killed her.Russia https://kyivindependent.com/she-was-the-culture-kharkiv-mourns-18-year-old-artist-killed-in-russian-attack/

2024-09-03 12:27:25 UTC

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I also had seen this coming from 🇺🇦 channels first. Actually, it‘s horrific and certainly part of future warfare. Think if automated drone swarms.

2024-09-01 20:59:18 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Ukraine war latest: Russia launches attack on Kharkiv, injuring at least 47 people
Key developments on Aug. 31 - Sep. 1:Russia attacks Kharkiv, injuring at least 47, including medics, childrenRussia claims 158 drones downed in mass attack targeting refinery, power plants in Moscow, other regionsF-16 fighter jet in Ukraine unlikely shot down by https://kyivindependent.com/ukraine-war-latest-russia-attacks-kharkiv-for-2nd-time-in-a-week-resulting-in-mass-casualties/

2024-08-31 21:58:16 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Restrictions on long-range strikes inside Russia reveal West's unclear goals, ex-US commander says
"This terrible policy which actually protects Russian airfields better than it protects Ukrainian civilians is a manifestation of the fact that we don't have a clearly defined objective," retired U.S. Lieutenant General Ben Hodges said.
https://kyivindependent.com/restrictions-on-long-range-strikes-on-russia-show-west-doesnt-have-a-clear-goal-ex-us-commander-says/

2024-08-31 13:30:09 UTC

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I guess there is no country that advanced regarding FPV tech and sea drones, to name two. And since Ukraine apparently needs to develop certain types of weapons on their own (🇺🇦 has a good rocket and aviation background) there will be innovation. Of course, the industrial basis in the US is different and much more versatile. Still, the US could certainly profit from technology transfers.

2024-08-31 12:46:19 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Ukrainian delegation meets with national security advisors of UK, US, Germany, France in Washington
"Our coordination and joint efforts are particularly important. We have already come a long way together and achieved a lot. But now is a special moment when we need to maximize our efforts to help Ukraine prevail. It is important to use this https://kyivindependent.com/ukrainian-delegation-meets-with-national-security-advisors-of-uk-us-germany-france-in-washington/

2024-08-31 08:17:33 UTC

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The rapid evolution of war tools may soon lead to Americans begging Ukraine for technology transfer. 🇺🇦 should give all the info and all the experience but should and will raise pressure for more weapon supplies and less usage restrictions. Both sides can make 🇷🇺 defeat a huge win. Americans need to take the chance decisively.

2024-08-31 03:48:16 UTC

KYIV INDEPENDENT:
Americans split on whether Harris or Trump would be better suited to handle war in Ukraine, poll suggests
According to a Quinnipiac University poll released on Aug. 29, Americans are divided on which presidential candidate "would do a better job handling" the war in Ukraine if elected in November. The poll finds 49 per cent of respondents believe Republican candidate Donald Trump would do a better job, while 47 per cent think Democratic candidate Kamala Harris would be

2024-08-29 21:08:54 UTC

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No more 🇷🇺weapons in 🇺🇦, I could agree to that.