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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China tells EU it can’t accept Russia losing its war against Ukraine, official says - CNNChina tells EU it can’t accept Russia losing its war against Ukraine, official says  CNN

Ukraine hits Russian airfield day after mass wave of strikes - DWUkraine hits Russian airfield day after mass wave of strikes  DW

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,227 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,227  Al Jazeera

Russia launches record number of drones at Ukraine after latest Trump-Putin phone call - CNNRussia launches record number of drones at Ukraine after latest Trump-Putin phone call  CNN

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv hammered overnight with 550 missiles and Shahed drones, 23 injured - The HinduRussia-Ukraine war: Kyiv hammered overnight with 550 missiles and Shahed drones, 23 injured  The Hindu

US and Ukraine to work on strengthening air defences, Zelenskyy says, after call Trump says was ‘meaningful’ – as it happened - The GuardianUS and Ukraine to work on strengthening air defences, Zelenskyy says, after call Trump says was ‘meaningful’ – as it happened  The Guardian

Donald Trump says Ukraine will need Patriot missiles for its defense - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesDonald Trump says Ukraine will need Patriot missiles for its defense - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

'Won't back down': Putin tells Trump Russia will pursue Ukraine goals, in 6th call since January - Times of India'Won't back down': Putin tells Trump Russia will pursue Ukraine goals, in 6th call since January  Times of India

Hegseth halted weapons for Ukraine despite military analysis that the aid wouldn’t jeopardize U.S. readiness - NBC NewsHegseth halted weapons for Ukraine despite military analysis that the aid wouldn’t jeopardize U.S. readiness  NBC News

Ukraine says it struck a Russian air base as Russia sent hundreds of drones into Ukraine - AP NewsUkraine says it struck a Russian air base as Russia sent hundreds of drones into Ukraine  AP News

Ukraine's army chief warns of new Russian offensives in northeast as he visits Kharkiv Oblast front - The Kyiv IndependentUkraine's army chief warns of new Russian offensives in northeast as he visits Kharkiv Oblast front  The Kyiv Independent

Trump thinks Putin 'won't stop' after Russia-Ukraine war call, says he's ‘disappointed’ in him - MintTrump thinks Putin 'won't stop' after Russia-Ukraine war call, says he's ‘disappointed’ in him  Mint

UN chief ‘strongly condemns’ Russian drone assault on Ukraine - Al JazeeraUN chief ‘strongly condemns’ Russian drone assault on Ukraine  Al Jazeera

China says quiet part out loud: Beijing tells EU it can't afford Russia losing war against Ukraine; wants - Times of IndiaChina says quiet part out loud: Beijing tells EU it can't afford Russia losing war against Ukraine; wants  Times of India

Ukraine war briefing: Power to Zaporizhzhia plant cut off as UN watchdog warns nuclear safety ‘extremely precarious’ - The GuardianUkraine war briefing: Power to Zaporizhzhia plant cut off as UN watchdog warns nuclear safety ‘extremely precarious’  The Guardian

BlackRock halted Ukraine recovery fund following Trump victory, France working on replacement, Bloomberg reports - The Kyiv IndependentBlackRock halted Ukraine recovery fund following Trump victory, France working on replacement, Bloomberg reports  The Kyiv Independent

Ukraine says it struck a Russian airbase as Russia sent drones into Ukraine - NPRUkraine says it struck a Russian airbase as Russia sent drones into Ukraine  NPR

Update 300 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine - International Atomic Energy AgencyUpdate 300 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine  International Atomic Energy Agency

Trump says Ukraine will need Patriot missiles for its defense, chides Putin - ReutersTrump says Ukraine will need Patriot missiles for its defense, chides Putin  Reuters

Russian air defences down dozens of Ukrainian drones, including two near St. Petersburg - The HinduRussian air defences down dozens of Ukrainian drones, including two near St. Petersburg  The Hindu

Russia ramps up chemical weapons use in Ukraine, European spies warn - politico.euRussia ramps up chemical weapons use in Ukraine, European spies warn  politico.eu

Trump Hints At New Sanctions On Russia Amid Ongoing Fighting With Ukraine - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyTrump Hints At New Sanctions On Russia Amid Ongoing Fighting With Ukraine  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

BlackRock Halted Ukraine Fund Talks After Trump’s Election Win - Bloomberg.comBlackRock Halted Ukraine Fund Talks After Trump’s Election Win  Bloomberg.com

Ukraine: Eighth Review Under the Extended Arrangement Under the Extended Fund Facility, Requests for Modification of Performance Criteria, Rephasing of Access, and Financing Assurances Review-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Altern - International Monetary Fund (IMF)Ukraine: Eighth Review Under the Extended Arrangement Under the Extended Fund Facility, Requests for Modification of Performance Criteria, Rephasing of Access, and Financing Assurances Review-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Altern  International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Hegseth falsely cited weapon shortages in halting shipments to Ukraine, Democrats say - The GuardianHegseth falsely cited weapon shortages in halting shipments to Ukraine, Democrats say  The Guardian

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,226 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,226  Al Jazeera

Russia expanding Ukraine chemical weapons use, allege European spy agencies - Al JazeeraRussia expanding Ukraine chemical weapons use, allege European spy agencies  Al Jazeera

Zelenskyy says will work with Trump to ‘strengthen’ Ukraine air defences - Al JazeeraZelenskyy says will work with Trump to ‘strengthen’ Ukraine air defences  Al Jazeera

Russia says it controls Luhansk as US halts some weapons pledged to Ukraine - Al JazeeraRussia says it controls Luhansk as US halts some weapons pledged to Ukraine  Al Jazeera

Ukraine war briefing: Trump says he ‘didn’t make any progress’ with Putin after call - The GuardianUkraine war briefing: Trump says he ‘didn’t make any progress’ with Putin after call  The Guardian

Ukrainian drone strike on Russian airfield hits bomb depot, aircraft - The Kyiv IndependentUkrainian drone strike on Russian airfield hits bomb depot, aircraft  The Kyiv Independent

America’s ominous new halt on weapons to Ukraine - The EconomistAmerica’s ominous new halt on weapons to Ukraine  The Economist

Ukraine hits Russian electronic warfare facility making Shahed, Iskander components, General Staff says - The Kyiv IndependentUkraine hits Russian electronic warfare facility making Shahed, Iskander components, General Staff says  The Kyiv Independent

Russia ‘will not back down’ on Ukraine war goals, Putin tells Trump - Al JazeeraRussia ‘will not back down’ on Ukraine war goals, Putin tells Trump  Al Jazeera

11 injured as Russia attacks Ukraine with hundreds of drones - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos11 injured as Russia attacks Ukraine with hundreds of drones  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

BBC Verify Live: Ukraine city strike caught on dashcam, and Mali militants attack town - BBCBBC Verify Live: Ukraine city strike caught on dashcam, and Mali militants attack town  BBC

Russia seeks to involve Laos in war against Ukraine, military intelligence claims - The Kyiv IndependentRussia seeks to involve Laos in war against Ukraine, military intelligence claims  The Kyiv Independent

Record Russian attack on Ukraine hours after Putin–Trump call - Al JazeeraRecord Russian attack on Ukraine hours after Putin–Trump call  Al Jazeera

Topic: Relations with Ukraine - NATOTopic: Relations with Ukraine  NATO

Russia launches largest missile and drone barrage on Kyiv since war in Ukraine began - AP NewsRussia launches largest missile and drone barrage on Kyiv since war in Ukraine began  AP News

Trump says Putin 'wants to keep killing people,' signals US may send Patriots to Ukraine - The Kyiv IndependentTrump says Putin 'wants to keep killing people,' signals US may send Patriots to Ukraine  The Kyiv Independent

US halts weapons shipments to Ukraine over fears its stockpiles are too low - The GuardianUS halts weapons shipments to Ukraine over fears its stockpiles are too low  The Guardian

Securing Ukraine: Next Steps - Council on Foreign RelationsSecuring Ukraine: Next Steps  Council on Foreign Relations

Ukraine's top general warns of possible new Russian offensive in northeast - ReutersUkraine's top general warns of possible new Russian offensive in northeast  Reuters

The Shifting Front Lines of the Ukraine Conflict - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comThe Shifting Front Lines of the Ukraine Conflict  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Moldova pushes for EU entry assurances as Hungary blocks Ukraine - politico.euMoldova pushes for EU entry assurances as Hungary blocks Ukraine  politico.eu

Ukraine kills one of the highest-ranking Russian officers of the conflict - CNNUkraine kills one of the highest-ranking Russian officers of the conflict  CNN

Russia Hits Ukraine With Large Air Barrage Hours After Trump-Putin Call - The New York TimesRussia Hits Ukraine With Large Air Barrage Hours After Trump-Putin Call  The New York Times

Ukraine hit by major attack as Trump says Putin won't 'stop' - DWUkraine hit by major attack as Trump says Putin won't 'stop'  DW

Russia launches largest missile, drone barrage on Kyiv since war in Ukraine began - The Economic TimesRussia launches largest missile, drone barrage on Kyiv since war in Ukraine began  The Economic Times

Russia to Involve Laos Troops in Its War Against Ukraine. Here’s What We Know - UNITED24 MediaRussia to Involve Laos Troops in Its War Against Ukraine. Here’s What We Know  UNITED24 Media

Ukraine fears increased Russian aggression after US halt of weapons supply - BBCUkraine fears increased Russian aggression after US halt of weapons supply  BBC

Topic: NATO's response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine - NATOTopic: NATO's response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine  NATO

Trump on if he can end fighting in Ukraine: ‘I don’t know’ - PoliticoTrump on if he can end fighting in Ukraine: ‘I don’t know’  Politico

Report reveals significant rise in civilian casualties and rights violations in Ukraine - UN NewsReport reveals significant rise in civilian casualties and rights violations in Ukraine  UN News

UN chief condemns Russian strikes on Ukraine, warns of nuclear safety risk - UN NewsUN chief condemns Russian strikes on Ukraine, warns of nuclear safety risk  UN News

EU to cut Ukrainian wheat, sugar imports by 70-80% under new quotas - ReutersEU to cut Ukrainian wheat, sugar imports by 70-80% under new quotas  Reuters

Russian use of chemical weapons against Ukraine 'widespread', Dutch defence minister says - ReutersRussian use of chemical weapons against Ukraine 'widespread', Dutch defence minister says  Reuters

Putin Plots Summer of Relentless Attacks on Ukraine - WSJPutin Plots Summer of Relentless Attacks on Ukraine  WSJ

Kyiv hit by barrage of drone strikes as Putin spurns Trump's truce bid - BBCKyiv hit by barrage of drone strikes as Putin spurns Trump's truce bid  BBC

As Israel-Iran war escalates, Ukraine fears ‘more losses’ to Russia - Al JazeeraAs Israel-Iran war escalates, Ukraine fears ‘more losses’ to Russia  Al Jazeera

Ukraine says its long-range drones attacked a Russian factory making warheads for its deadly Shaheds - Business InsiderUkraine says its long-range drones attacked a Russian factory making warheads for its deadly Shaheds  Business Insider

Deputy head of Russian navy killed by Ukraine in Kursk, Moscow says - Al JazeeraDeputy head of Russian navy killed by Ukraine in Kursk, Moscow says  Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: Kremlin says it cannot achieve goals through 'diplomatic means'; vows to continue spe - Times of IndiaRussia-Ukraine war: Kremlin says it cannot achieve goals through 'diplomatic means'; vows to continue spe  Times of India

Ukraine accuses Putin of humiliating Trump with devastating attack on Kyiv - The GuardianUkraine accuses Putin of humiliating Trump with devastating attack on Kyiv  The Guardian

After 'disappointing' Trump, Putin orders strikes on Ukraine's Kyiv - MintAfter 'disappointing' Trump, Putin orders strikes on Ukraine's Kyiv  Mint

Kremlin Tries to Involve Laos in War Against Ukraine - HUR - Kyiv PostKremlin Tries to Involve Laos in War Against Ukraine - HUR  Kyiv Post

Russia hits Ukraine with massive aerial attack after new Trump-Putin call - politico.euRussia hits Ukraine with massive aerial attack after new Trump-Putin call  politico.eu

Zelensky says Russia's record aerial attack on Ukraine shows Putin's 'disregard' for US, peace - France 24Zelensky says Russia's record aerial attack on Ukraine shows Putin's 'disregard' for US, peace  France 24

China's foreign minister tells EU that Beijing cannot afford Russia to lose in Ukraine, media reports - The Kyiv IndependentChina's foreign minister tells EU that Beijing cannot afford Russia to lose in Ukraine, media reports  The Kyiv Independent

Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy discuss Ukrainian air defence as Russian attacks mount - Financial TimesDonald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy discuss Ukrainian air defence as Russian attacks mount  Financial Times

Zelensky: Ukraine agrees deals for 'hundreds of thousands' of drones - YahooZelensky: Ukraine agrees deals for 'hundreds of thousands' of drones  Yahoo

'We haven't' — Trump denies US pausing weapons to Ukraine, despite Pentagon decision to halt shipments - The Kyiv Independent'We haven't' — Trump denies US pausing weapons to Ukraine, despite Pentagon decision to halt shipments  The Kyiv Independent

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,025,260 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022 - The Kyiv IndependentGeneral Staff: Russia has lost 1,025,260 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022  The Kyiv Independent

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, July 3, 2025 - Institute for the Study of WarRussian Offensive Campaign Assessment, July 3, 2025  Institute for the Study of War

Ukraine drones damage power infrastructure in Sergiyev Posad near Moscow, Russia says - ReutersUkraine drones damage power infrastructure in Sergiyev Posad near Moscow, Russia says  Reuters

Russia launches largest missile, drone barrage on Kyiv since war in Ukraine began - MoneycontrolRussia launches largest missile, drone barrage on Kyiv since war in Ukraine began  Moneycontrol

Three killed in Ukrainian drone attack on central Russia - BBCThree killed in Ukrainian drone attack on central Russia  BBC

4 killed, 37 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day - The Kyiv Independent4 killed, 37 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day  The Kyiv Independent

How Ukraine can cope with the US pause on crucial battlefield weapons - AP NewsHow Ukraine can cope with the US pause on crucial battlefield weapons  AP News

‘Russia will not give up on its aims in Ukraine’: Putin tells Trump in hour-long call - Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times‘Russia will not give up on its aims in Ukraine’: Putin tells Trump in hour-long call - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Trump speaks with Putin after U.S. pauses some weapons shipments to Ukraine - CNBCTrump speaks with Putin after U.S. pauses some weapons shipments to Ukraine  CNBC

US won't send some weapons pledged to Ukraine following a Pentagon review of military aid - AP NewsUS won't send some weapons pledged to Ukraine following a Pentagon review of military aid  AP News

Trump has ‘good conversation’ with Zelenskyy after heavy bombardment of Ukraine by Russia - The GuardianTrump has ‘good conversation’ with Zelenskyy after heavy bombardment of Ukraine by Russia  The Guardian

Putin’s escalating air offensive is overwhelming Ukraine’s defenses - Atlantic CouncilPutin’s escalating air offensive is overwhelming Ukraine’s defenses  Atlantic Council

Power cut for a time to Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant; Kyiv blames Russian strike - ReutersPower cut for a time to Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant; Kyiv blames Russian strike  Reuters

Russia pounds Kyiv with largest drone attack, hours after Trump-Putin call - ReutersRussia pounds Kyiv with largest drone attack, hours after Trump-Putin call  Reuters

Russia launches record drone and missile barrage on Ukraine - Financial TimesRussia launches record drone and missile barrage on Ukraine  Financial Times

Ukraine strikes Russian fighter jet air base in precision aerial attack - NewsweekUkraine strikes Russian fighter jet air base in precision aerial attack  Newsweek

'There is also good news' — Ukrainian drones hit key military optics plant in Russia, General Staff confirms - The Kyiv Independent'There is also good news' — Ukrainian drones hit key military optics plant in Russia, General Staff confirms  The Kyiv Independent

Trump, Zelenskyy discuss boosting Ukraine's air defences amid Russian attacks - India TodayTrump, Zelenskyy discuss boosting Ukraine's air defences amid Russian attacks  India Today

Deputy Russian Navy chief killed in strike near Ukraine border - BBCDeputy Russian Navy chief killed in strike near Ukraine border  BBC

Trump Says Call With Putin Yields No Progress on Ukraine Cease-Fire - The New York TimesTrump Says Call With Putin Yields No Progress on Ukraine Cease-Fire  The New York Times

Gamaredon in 2024: Cranking out spearphishing campaigns against Ukraine with an evolved toolset - WeLiveSecurityGamaredon in 2024: Cranking out spearphishing campaigns against Ukraine with an evolved toolset  WeLiveSecurity

Ukraine summons top US diplomat after Washington halts some arms supplies - Financial TimesUkraine summons top US diplomat after Washington halts some arms supplies  Financial Times

Russia hits Ukraine with largest aerial attack as Trump talks to Zelenskyy and Putin - NPRRussia hits Ukraine with largest aerial attack as Trump talks to Zelenskyy and Putin  NPR

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

Israel to send clean water systems to Ukraine to replace those damaged by Russia - The Times of IsraelIsrael to send clean water systems to Ukraine to replace those damaged by Russia  The Times of Israel

Germany Considering Buying US Air Defense Systems for Ukraine - The Defense PostGermany Considering Buying US Air Defense Systems for Ukraine  The Defense Post

Russia launches largest aerial attack on Ukraine's capital as pessimism grows over a Trump ceasefire - NBC NewsRussia launches largest aerial attack on Ukraine's capital as pessimism grows over a Trump ceasefire  NBC News

'1,000 units per day' — Ukrainian commander warns of increased Russian Shahed drone attacks - The Kyiv Independent'1,000 units per day' — Ukrainian commander warns of increased Russian Shahed drone attacks  The Kyiv Independent

Trump says he made no progress on Ukraine in his call with Putin - AxiosTrump says he made no progress on Ukraine in his call with Putin  Axios