Stories from kyiv · Ukraine

Kyiv Post Special Correspondent Jason Smart analyzed why Putin believes time is working for Moscow. The analysis suggests Russia's internal weaknesses have not forced a change in strategy.

A Ukrainian author has received an award for her moral stance, which has influence not only in Romania but also in society at large. The award recognizes their courage and principles.

Russian forces captured approximately 14 km² of territory in May, marking one of the lowest rates of advance since 2023. The number of assaults increased by 37.5% during the same period.

Shabunin alleged that Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is actively working to ensure the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) remains capable only of political persecution. This claim suggests concerns about the independence and function of the SBI.

The European Commission lost its mission to assess Ukraine's friendship status. The Vice President of the United States stated he would discuss Ukraine with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.

Ukraine is turning to the Middle East for assistance as aid from the United States and European Union slows. Russia claims Ukraine violated the Easter ceasefire over 1,900 times. Germany and Ukraine have signed military agreements and contracts for Patriot missiles.

Military enlistment officers in Ukraine allegedly sprayed gas at a car carrying a pregnant woman. This comes amid ongoing efforts to bolster Ukraine's military. The nature of the alleged gas usage and its context are under investigation. The exact nature of these accusations and the alleged use of gas are unclear. The source did not specify the type of gas or the context of its alleged use. This accusation comes amid broader discussions about draft procedures. Officials involved in Russia's military draft are facing accusations of using gas. Reports suggest that some officials may have accepted bribes or engaged in other illicit activities. The accusations could impact military readiness and public trust.

Children across Russia and Russian-occupied Ukraine are being indoctrinated with propaganda-filled textbooks and lectures as part of a centrally controlled curriculum.

The drone war in Ukraine is causing delays to patient evacuation and care, extending the critical 'golden hour' to days. Russian strikes on energy infrastructure caused power outages in several regions. The United States and Iran are mutually attacking each other in the Gulf.

Five Ukrainians are reportedly being tortured for confessions by the FSB because they could not apprehend partisans who killed a Russian-installed traitor. The individuals named are Oleh Andrushak, Pavlo Borodin, Viacheslav Voronko, and others.