Ukraine

Country Ukraine
Capital Kiev
Continent Europe
Currency Hryvnia(UAH)
Languages Ukrainian, Armenian, Belarusian, Bulgarian,Crimean Tatar, Gagauz, German, Greek, Hungarian, Karaim, Krymchak, Moldovan, Polish, Romani, Romanian, Russian, Rusyn, Slovak & Yiddish

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Ukraine was the center of the first eastern Slavic state, Kyivan Rus, which during the 10th and 11th centuries was the largest and most powerful state in Europe. Weakened by internecine quarrels and Mongol invasions, Kyivan Rus was incorporated into the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and eventually into the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. The cultural and religious legacy of Kyivan Rus laid the foundation for Ukrainian nationalism through subsequent centuries. A new Ukrainian state, the Cossack Hetmanate, was established during the mid-17th century after an uprising against the Poles. Despite continuous Muscovite pressure, the Hetmanate managed to remain autonomous for well over 100 years. During the latter part of the 18th century, most Ukrainian ethnographic territory was absorbed by the Russian Empire. Following the collapse of czarist Russia in 1917, Ukraine was able to achieve a short-lived period of independence (1917-20), but was reconquered and forced to endure a brutal Soviet rule that engineered two forced famines (1921-22 and 1932-33) in which over 8 million died. In World War II, German and Soviet armies were responsible for some 7 to 8 million more deaths. Although final independence for Ukraine was achieved in 1991 with the dissolution of the USSR, democracy and prosperity remained elusive as the legacy of state control and endemic corruption stalled efforts at economic reform, privatization, and civil liberties. A peaceful mass protest "Orange Revolution" in the closing months of 2004 forced the authorities to overturn a rigged presidential election and to allow a new internationally monitored vote that swept into power a reformist slate under Viktor YUSHCHENKO. Subsequent internal squabbles in the YUSHCHENKO camp allowed his rival Viktor YANUKOVYCH to stage a comeback in parliamentary elections and become prime minister in August of 2006. An early legislative election, brought on by a political crisis in the spring of 2007, saw Yuliya TYMOSHENKO, as head of an "Orange" coalition, installed as a new prime minister in December 2007. Viktor YANUKOVUYCH was elected president in a February 2010 run-off election that observers assessed as meeting most international standards. The following month, the Rada approved a vote of no-confidence prompting Yuliya TYMOSHENKO to resign from her post as prime minister.

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Russian occupiers brought death and intimidation to Kherson: Ukrainian teen - Al JazeeraRussian occupiers brought death and intimidation to Kherson: Ukrainian teen  Al Jazeera

Investigation: Ukrainian children taken to hundreds of Russian sites - Euronews.comInvestigation: Ukrainian children taken to hundreds of Russian sites  Euronews.com

Italian court orders extradition of Ukrainian in Nord Stream case - The HinduItalian court orders extradition of Ukrainian in Nord Stream case  The Hindu

Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow intensifies offensive in Donetsk region; 2 killed, 9 injured in strikes on Zap - The Times of IndiaRussia-Ukraine war: Moscow intensifies offensive in Donetsk region; 2 killed, 9 injured in strikes on Zap  The Times of India

Ukraine to curb Indian diesel imports amid Russian oil ties, analyst says | World News - Hindustan TimesUkraine to curb Indian diesel imports amid Russian oil ties, analyst says | World News  Hindustan Times

Ukraine’s Most Lethal Soldiers - The AtlanticUkraine’s Most Lethal Soldiers  The Atlantic

Ukraine plans 2026 budget with 18.4% deficit, PM says - ReutersUkraine plans 2026 budget with 18.4% deficit, PM says  Reuters

Ukraine records highest toll from cluster munitions for third year running - UN NewsUkraine records highest toll from cluster munitions for third year running  UN News

US, EU pivot attention to China’s backing of Russia in Ukraine war. India not the focus of ire, for now - ThePrintUS, EU pivot attention to China’s backing of Russia in Ukraine war. India not the focus of ire, for now  ThePrint

'Ukraine war will end in 90 days if...': Bessent says new US tariff on China only after Europe acts - Firstpost'Ukraine war will end in 90 days if...': Bessent says new US tariff on China only after Europe acts  Firstpost

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls for European air defence system as Russian strike wounds 13 in Zaporizhzhia city - The HinduUkraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls for European air defence system as Russian strike wounds 13 in Zaporizhzhia city  The Hindu

Ukraine war briefing: Russian court sentences Pussy Riot members in absentia to jail over war criticism - The GuardianUkraine war briefing: Russian court sentences Pussy Riot members in absentia to jail over war criticism  The Guardian

Why the EU-Ukraine DCFTA review matters - ceps.euWhy the EU-Ukraine DCFTA review matters  ceps.eu

Russia Ukraine News Live: Italy approves extradition of Ukrainian suspect in Nord Stream explosions to Germany - MoneycontrolRussia Ukraine News Live: Italy approves extradition of Ukrainian suspect in Nord Stream explosions to Germany  Moneycontrol

Ukraine increased its imports of flat rolled products by 10.2% y/y in January-August - GMK CenterUkraine increased its imports of flat rolled products by 10.2% y/y in January-August  GMK Center

Ukraine records highest toll from cluster munitions for third year running - Department of Political and Peacebuilding AffairsUkraine records highest toll from cluster munitions for third year running  Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs

Ukraine: The Coming Storm - Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA)Ukraine: The Coming Storm  Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA)

Czech ammo lifeline for Ukraine comes under fire at home - politico.euCzech ammo lifeline for Ukraine comes under fire at home  politico.eu

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,300 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,300  Al Jazeera

Russian attack on Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia kills one, injures 13 - The HinduRussian attack on Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia kills one, injures 13  The Hindu

3,500 drones launched at Ukraine this month, Zelenskyy says, as he calls for Trump to take ‘clear position’ on Russia — Europe live - The Guardian3,500 drones launched at Ukraine this month, Zelenskyy says, as he calls for Trump to take ‘clear position’ on Russia — Europe live  The Guardian

Indian refiners jumping at chance: How Ukraine attacks on Russia’s refineries are indirectly benefiting I - The Times of IndiaIndian refiners jumping at chance: How Ukraine attacks on Russia’s refineries are indirectly benefiting I  The Times of India

Belarusians detained after drone flown over Polish president’s residence - Al JazeeraBelarusians detained after drone flown over Polish president’s residence  Al Jazeera

Tallest sunflower in the world: Indiana gardener Alex Babich sets Guinness World Record with 36-foot trib - The Times of IndiaTallest sunflower in the world: Indiana gardener Alex Babich sets Guinness World Record with 36-foot trib  The Times of India

Belarus, Russia conduct joint military drills amid NATO tensions - Al JazeeraBelarus, Russia conduct joint military drills amid NATO tensions  Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,299 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,299  Al Jazeera

‘He went there to work, not to fight a war’: Ludhiana family appeals to Centre for help after youth’s video from Russia-Ukraine war zone - The Indian Express‘He went there to work, not to fight a war’: Ludhiana family appeals to Centre for help after youth’s video from Russia-Ukraine war zone  The Indian Express

Ukraine targets key Russian oil refinery as Moscow tests hypersonic missile - Al JazeeraUkraine targets key Russian oil refinery as Moscow tests hypersonic missile  Al Jazeera

Reports: China is quietly fueling Russia's Ukraine war - DWReports: China is quietly fueling Russia's Ukraine war  DW

As Trump heads to Europe, Russian drones hit Kyiv and Zelenskyy urges sanctions - ABC NewsAs Trump heads to Europe, Russian drones hit Kyiv and Zelenskyy urges sanctions  ABC News

Who is the US helping - Zelenskyy or Putin? Ukraine says Russian missiles made of US components - The Economic TimesWho is the US helping - Zelenskyy or Putin? Ukraine says Russian missiles made of US components  The Economic Times

Ukraine President Zelenskyy says tariffs on India ‘understandable’ but US must not wait to act against Russia - Business TodayUkraine President Zelenskyy says tariffs on India ‘understandable’ but US must not wait to act against Russia  Business Today

Ukraine, Russia claim shooting down each other's drones in overnight attacks - trtworld.comUkraine, Russia claim shooting down each other's drones in overnight attacks  trtworld.com

Ukraine says Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia leaves 2 dead, 14 injured - Anadolu AjansiUkraine says Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia leaves 2 dead, 14 injured  Anadolu Ajansi

Did Putin Finally Overplay His Hand With Ukraine? - Bloomberg.comDid Putin Finally Overplay His Hand With Ukraine?  Bloomberg.com

Ukraine to curb Indian diesel imports amid Russian oil ties, analyst says - ReutersUkraine to curb Indian diesel imports amid Russian oil ties, analyst says  Reuters

Ruthless Ukraine shut out Algeria at Men’s Volleyball World Championship - Volleyball WorldRuthless Ukraine shut out Algeria at Men’s Volleyball World Championship  Volleyball World

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky demands ‘clear position’ from Trump on sanctions after Poland drone incursion - The IndependentUkraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky demands ‘clear position’ from Trump on sanctions after Poland drone incursion  The Independent

Ukraine ramps up arms production, but a key bottleneck remains - Defense NewsUkraine ramps up arms production, but a key bottleneck remains  Defense News

Ukrainian Teens JOIN Putin’s ‘Mission’; After Land Loss, Zelensky Loses Another Battle With Russia - The Times of IndiaUkrainian Teens JOIN Putin’s ‘Mission’; After Land Loss, Zelensky Loses Another Battle With Russia  The Times of India

Opinion | Time for Congress to Move on Ukraine - The Wall Street JournalOpinion | Time for Congress to Move on Ukraine  The Wall Street Journal

2 Killed in Russian Overnight Attacks on Southern Ukraine - The Moscow Times2 Killed in Russian Overnight Attacks on Southern Ukraine  The Moscow Times

Ukraine, Russia claim to have shot down each other's drones in overnight attacks - Anadolu AjansiUkraine, Russia claim to have shot down each other's drones in overnight attacks  Anadolu Ajansi

World News in Brief: Pandemic treaty update, DR Congo Ebola response, more casualties in Ukraine - UN NewsWorld News in Brief: Pandemic treaty update, DR Congo Ebola response, more casualties in Ukraine  UN News

Thousands of Ukrainian Children Forcibly Deported to Russia Receive Military Training - Patrika NewsThousands of Ukrainian Children Forcibly Deported to Russia Receive Military Training  Patrika News

Ukraine's 'revenge operation' in Russia's far east blows up troops accused of war crimes, intelligence source claims - The Kyiv IndependentUkraine's 'revenge operation' in Russia's far east blows up troops accused of war crimes, intelligence source claims  The Kyiv Independent

Crude oil futures rise on Russia–Ukraine tensions; MCX crude at ?5,597 - BusinessLineCrude oil futures rise on Russia–Ukraine tensions; MCX crude at ?5,597  BusinessLine

Ukraine military claims it destroyed Russian Buk-M3 system - DWUkraine military claims it destroyed Russian Buk-M3 system  DW

Zelenskyy demands 'clear position' from Trump on ending Russia-Ukraine war - Anadolu AjansiZelenskyy demands 'clear position' from Trump on ending Russia-Ukraine war  Anadolu Ajansi

Ukraine war briefing: Railway attacks disrupt Russian supply lines - The GuardianUkraine war briefing: Railway attacks disrupt Russian supply lines  The Guardian

Russia has network of 200 camps for ‘brainwashing’ Ukrainian children – report - The GuardianRussia has network of 200 camps for ‘brainwashing’ Ukrainian children – report  The Guardian

Polish FM urges Nato to consider no-fly zone over Ukraine after incursion - Business StandardPolish FM urges Nato to consider no-fly zone over Ukraine after incursion  Business Standard

Oil and Natural Gas Technical Analysis as Ukraine Hits Russia’s Energy Infrastructure - FXEmpireOil and Natural Gas Technical Analysis as Ukraine Hits Russia’s Energy Infrastructure  FXEmpire

Ukraine in maps: Tracking the war with Russia - BBCUkraine in maps: Tracking the war with Russia  BBC

Theirworld kickstarts Ukraine’s preschool reforms - TheirworldTheirworld kickstarts Ukraine’s preschool reforms  Theirworld

UK fighters to fly air defence missions over Poland – as it happened - The GuardianUK fighters to fly air defence missions over Poland – as it happened  The Guardian

How Ukraine and Gaza scrambled the ideological map - Financial TimesHow Ukraine and Gaza scrambled the ideological map  Financial Times

Ukraine struggles to identify thousands of soldiers' remains as relatives ache for news - ReutersUkraine struggles to identify thousands of soldiers' remains as relatives ache for news  Reuters

Ukraine awaiting US decision on Patriots, joint arms production: Zelenskyy - Anadolu AjansiUkraine awaiting US decision on Patriots, joint arms production: Zelenskyy  Anadolu Ajansi

Zelensky Presses Trump for 'Clear Position' on Ukraine - NewsweekZelensky Presses Trump for 'Clear Position' on Ukraine  Newsweek

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, September 15, 2025 - Institute for the Study of WarRussian Offensive Campaign Assessment, September 15, 2025  Institute for the Study of War

FDI development during the war: dynamics, structure, and drivers - VoxUkraineFDI development during the war: dynamics, structure, and drivers  VoxUkraine

'Understandable': Ukraine President Zelenskyy Defends Tariff on India, Plans To Curb Diesel Purchase - The Times of India'Understandable': Ukraine President Zelenskyy Defends Tariff on India, Plans To Curb Diesel Purchase  The Times of India

COMMENT: Ukraine’s coming financial storm - IntelliNewsCOMMENT: Ukraine’s coming financial storm  IntelliNews

Ukraine bolsters arsenal with development of new long-range kamikaze drones - TVP WorldUkraine bolsters arsenal with development of new long-range kamikaze drones  TVP World

Ukraine Claims Overnight Strike on Russia’s Saratov Oil Refinery - Bloomberg.comUkraine Claims Overnight Strike on Russia’s Saratov Oil Refinery  Bloomberg.com

Ukraine hits Russian command posts days after defense minister's visit, military says - The Kyiv IndependentUkraine hits Russian command posts days after defense minister's visit, military says  The Kyiv Independent

Residents of Eastern Poland Fear Russia’s War in Ukraine Is Coming to Them - The Wall Street JournalResidents of Eastern Poland Fear Russia’s War in Ukraine Is Coming to Them  The Wall Street Journal

US soldier who fought for Kyiv guilty of Florida murders and Venezuela ‘coup’ - Financial TimesUS soldier who fought for Kyiv guilty of Florida murders and Venezuela ‘coup’  Financial Times

Russia says it will not discuss foreign troops in Ukraine in ‘any format’ - Al JazeeraRussia says it will not discuss foreign troops in Ukraine in ‘any format’  Al Jazeera

NATO should impose no-fly zone over Ukraine to protect against Russian drones, Poland says - CNNNATO should impose no-fly zone over Ukraine to protect against Russian drones, Poland says  CNN

'Russian army forced me to fight', Indian in viral video: Mother of student seeks MEA's help after death of... - Bhaskar English'Russian army forced me to fight', Indian in viral video: Mother of student seeks MEA's help after death of...  Bhaskar English

Ukrainian children have been taken to more than 200 facilities in Russia, new report finds - NBC NewsUkrainian children have been taken to more than 200 facilities in Russia, new report finds  NBC News

Moscow holds Ukrainian children at hundreds of sites across Russia - Financial TimesMoscow holds Ukrainian children at hundreds of sites across Russia  Financial Times

Romania becomes second Nato country to report Russian drones in airspace - BBCRomania becomes second Nato country to report Russian drones in airspace  BBC

Swarmer, Ukraine’s Leading Drone Autonomy and Swarming Company, Announces $15m Series A Led By US Investors - Yahoo FinanceSwarmer, Ukraine’s Leading Drone Autonomy and Swarming Company, Announces $15m Series A Led By US Investors  Yahoo Finance

Trump finally calls Russia the ‘aggressor’ in war on Ukraine - politico.euTrump finally calls Russia the ‘aggressor’ in war on Ukraine  politico.eu

Ukraine strikes one of Russia's top oil refineries, causing explosions and sparking fire - Euronews.comUkraine strikes one of Russia's top oil refineries, causing explosions and sparking fire  Euronews.com

Ukrainian civilian freed in prisoner swap tells of 'constant cruelty' - BBCUkrainian civilian freed in prisoner swap tells of 'constant cruelty'  BBC

Devastation in Zaporizhzhia: Russian Strikes Escalate Across Ukraine - DevdiscourseDevastation in Zaporizhzhia: Russian Strikes Escalate Across Ukraine  Devdiscourse

Ukraine strikes key Russian oil terminal in massive drone attack - BBCUkraine strikes key Russian oil terminal in massive drone attack  BBC

Trump and Zelenskyy may meet in New York next week, Rubio says - Euronews.comTrump and Zelenskyy may meet in New York next week, Rubio says  Euronews.com

Ukraine and South Korea Sign Landmark Deal to Launch Heavy Machinery Training Center - UNITED24 MediaUkraine and South Korea Sign Landmark Deal to Launch Heavy Machinery Training Center  UNITED24 Media

Russia militarily trains deported Ukrainian children at over 210 sites, US study finds - TVP WorldRussia militarily trains deported Ukrainian children at over 210 sites, US study finds  TVP World

Video At least 1 killed in Russian aerial attack on Ukraine - ABC NewsVideo At least 1 killed in Russian aerial attack on Ukraine  ABC News

1 killed, 13 injured after Russia launches massive strike on Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia - ThePrint1 killed, 13 injured after Russia launches massive strike on Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia  ThePrint

Prince Harry visits Ukraine to support those injured in war - BBCPrince Harry visits Ukraine to support those injured in war  BBC

Ukraine Strike Shuts Kirishi Refinery, Hits Primorsk Tankers - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comUkraine Strike Shuts Kirishi Refinery, Hits Primorsk Tankers  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Kremlin says Russia ready for dialogue on Ukraine - Global TimesKremlin says Russia ready for dialogue on Ukraine  Global Times

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,285 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,285  Al Jazeera

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,096,430 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022 - The Kyiv IndependentGeneral Staff: Russia has lost 1,096,430 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022  The Kyiv Independent

Russia launched around 3,500 drones, 190 missiles against Ukraine in September: Zelenskyy - Al Arabiya EnglishRussia launched around 3,500 drones, 190 missiles against Ukraine in September: Zelenskyy  Al Arabiya English

Poland calls for NATO-backed no-fly zone over Ukraine - The Washington PostPoland calls for NATO-backed no-fly zone over Ukraine  The Washington Post

Zelensky asks Trump for sanctions package on Russia and guarantees for Ukraine to end war - Gazeta ExpressZelensky asks Trump for sanctions package on Russia and guarantees for Ukraine to end war  Gazeta Express

Sweden Announces 18 Additional Archer Howitzers for Ukraine - The Defense PostSweden Announces 18 Additional Archer Howitzers for Ukraine  The Defense Post

Russian missile strike on Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia kills one, injures more than a dozen - MeduzaRussian missile strike on Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia kills one, injures more than a dozen  Meduza

Ukraine Strikes Saratov: A New Front in Military Offensives - DevdiscourseUkraine Strikes Saratov: A New Front in Military Offensives  Devdiscourse

Ukraine war latest: Russian oil refinery hit overnight - as Zelenskyy calls for 'protection of European skies' - Sky NewsUkraine war latest: Russian oil refinery hit overnight - as Zelenskyy calls for 'protection of European skies'  Sky News

Ukraine war: Vladimir Putin says he reached 'understandings' with Donald Trump over war's end - BBCUkraine war: Vladimir Putin says he reached 'understandings' with Donald Trump over war's end  BBC

Ukraine claims cyberattacks on Russian election systems; Moscow confirms disruptions - The Record from Recorded Future NewsUkraine claims cyberattacks on Russian election systems; Moscow confirms disruptions  The Record from Recorded Future News