Stories from Kyiv · Ukraine

Soldier Maxim Lyozov, a 49-year-old volunteer from the 43rd Battalion, has been honored. Lyozov was described as not tall, agile, accurate, and strong, with a civilian profession as a high-altitude installer.

Ukraine is using virtual reality glasses and joysticks to guide specialized diggers that excavate and grind unexploded ordnance. The Halo program has made over 16,000 square miles safe so far. The organization employs 1,350 Ukrainian nationals in its demining efforts.

The Russian invasion has caused an increase in greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere, reaching 175 million tons over two years of full-scale war.

An illegal archaeological excavation has been classified as not a war crime or a crime against humanity. The statement was made regarding 298 such excavations.

Poland has released archaeologist Oleksandr Butyhin, whose extradition had been requested by Ukraine. Radio Romania Cultural reported that Butyhin was considered too young, while William Powell was deemed too expensive.

An archaeologist named Alexander Butyagin has stated his intention to continue illegal excavations in occupied Kerch. Ukraine had requested his extradition. He was reportedly released in Poland.

Conductor Michael Tilson Thomas has died at the age of 81. His career spanned many decades and included contributions to classical music. He was widely recognized for his interpretations and leadership of various orchestras.

Two people were killed and seven others were injured in southern Ukraine.

Ukraine's President stated that a potential agreement between Putin and Trump could unblock their hands, implying it would allow them to reach a deal.

Ukraine is concerned about potential changes to negotiation formats, though not immediately. Kyiv cannot simply withdraw from the trilateral negotiation format if Trump does not close it.