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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How six more years under Putin will shape the war in Ukraine - NPRHow six more years under Putin will shape the war in Ukraine  NPR

Ukraine debates mobilising more men to fight Russia after two years of war - Al Jazeera EnglishUkraine debates mobilising more men to fight Russia after two years of war  Al Jazeera English

Ukrainian drones attack refinery, target Moscow, disrupt power, Russia says - ReutersUkrainian drones attack refinery, target Moscow, disrupt power, Russia says  Reuters

Ukraine updates: Russia's Belgorod hit again amid election – DW – 03/17/2024 - DW (English)Ukraine updates: Russia's Belgorod hit again amid election – DW – 03/17/2024  DW (English)

Ukraine drones strike multiple Russian oil refineries in energy war - Business InsiderUkraine drones strike multiple Russian oil refineries in energy war  Business Insider

Did PM Modi halt Russia-Ukraine war? This is the truth - India TodayDid PM Modi halt Russia-Ukraine war? This is the truth  India Today

Ukraine FM to make 1st India visit since Russian invasion, pitch for peace summit - Hindustan TimesUkraine FM to make 1st India visit since Russian invasion, pitch for peace summit  Hindustan Times

Putin eyes buffer zone inside Ukraine, warns Russia-Nato conflict just one step from WW3 - The Times of IndiaPutin eyes buffer zone inside Ukraine, warns Russia-Nato conflict just one step from WW3  The Times of India

Ukraine war: No choice for Ukrainians - more Putin means more war - BBC.comUkraine war: No choice for Ukrainians - more Putin means more war  BBC.com

Ukraine launches far-ranging drone attacks on final day of Russia's presidential vote - The HinduUkraine launches far-ranging drone attacks on final day of Russia's presidential vote  The Hindu

Ukraine targets Russian oil refinery in drone attack, disrupts electricity supplies | Mint - MintUkraine targets Russian oil refinery in drone attack, disrupts electricity supplies | Mint  Mint

'A fight for your way of life': Lithuania's culture minister on Ukraine and Russian disinformation - FRANCE 24 English'A fight for your way of life': Lithuania's culture minister on Ukraine and Russian disinformation  FRANCE 24 English

Taurus missiles: Why Ukraine wants them – and Germany hesitates - Kyiv IndependentTaurus missiles: Why Ukraine wants them – and Germany hesitates  Kyiv Independent

Ukrainian Porn Actress Poses With Injured Soldiers In Elegant Calendar For Cause - NDTVUkrainian Porn Actress Poses With Injured Soldiers In Elegant Calendar For Cause  NDTV

Ukraine Assistance Fund: Council allocates €5 billion under the European Peace Facility to support Ukraine militarily - Présidence française du Conseil de l'Union européenne 2022Ukraine Assistance Fund: Council allocates €5 billion under the European Peace Facility to support Ukraine militarily  Présidence française du Conseil de l'Union européenne 2022

Why are Indian and Nepali men ending up on the frontline in Ukraine? - podcast - The GuardianWhy are Indian and Nepali men ending up on the frontline in Ukraine? - podcast  The Guardian

Explained | What are the top challenges facing Putin in new six-year term? - Deccan HeraldExplained | What are the top challenges facing Putin in new six-year term?  Deccan Herald

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 754 - Al Jazeera EnglishRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 754  Al Jazeera English

Ukraine-Russia war: Village in Zaporizhzhia taken over by Russia after 415 attacks - The Times of IndiaUkraine-Russia war: Village in Zaporizhzhia taken over by Russia after 415 attacks  The Times of India

Macron switches from dove to hawk on Russia's invasion of Ukraine - BBC.comMacron switches from dove to hawk on Russia's invasion of Ukraine  BBC.com

Shelling kills two in Russian border region - The New Indian ExpressShelling kills two in Russian border region  The New Indian Express

Ukraine Drone Attacks Knock Out 600,000 Bpd of Russian Refining Capacity - OilPrice.comUkraine Drone Attacks Knock Out 600,000 Bpd of Russian Refining Capacity  OilPrice.com

Ukraine launched far-ranging drone attacks on final day of presidential vote: Russia - Hindustan TimesUkraine launched far-ranging drone attacks on final day of presidential vote: Russia  Hindustan Times

Ukraine war: Russia's hold on Crimea loosens - Social EuropeUkraine war: Russia's hold on Crimea loosens  Social Europe

Ukraine war: Grant Shapps 'abandoned Odesa trip over security threat' - BBC.comUkraine war: Grant Shapps 'abandoned Odesa trip over security threat'  BBC.com

Ukraine drones attack refinery, target Moscow, disrupt power: Russia - Hindustan TimesUkraine drones attack refinery, target Moscow, disrupt power: Russia  Hindustan Times

Putin threatens Ukraine with retaliation for Border incursion in Belgorod during polls - The Times of IndiaPutin threatens Ukraine with retaliation for Border incursion in Belgorod during polls  The Times of India

Russia: Schools and shops shut in Belgorod amid air strikes - BBC.comRussia: Schools and shops shut in Belgorod amid air strikes  BBC.com

Russia accuses Ukraine of 'terror activities' to influence presidential election - Hindustan TimesRussia accuses Ukraine of 'terror activities' to influence presidential election  Hindustan Times

Ukraine war latest: Putin 'supported' Navalny prisoner swap as he names fiercest political foe for first time in years - Sky NewsUkraine war latest: Putin 'supported' Navalny prisoner swap as he names fiercest political foe for first time in years  Sky News

Ukraine launches far-ranging drone attacks on last day of Russia's election - Business StandardUkraine launches far-ranging drone attacks on last day of Russia's election  Business Standard

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 753 - Al Jazeera EnglishRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 753  Al Jazeera English

Ukraine-based Russian armed groups claim raids into Russia - BBCUkraine-based Russian armed groups claim raids into Russia  BBC

Biden admin announces new weapons package for Ukraine following months of warnings there was no money left - CNNBiden admin announces new weapons package for Ukraine following months of warnings there was no money left  CNN

Biden's Armageddon Moment: When Nuclear Detonation Seemed Possible in Ukraine - The New York TimesBiden's Armageddon Moment: When Nuclear Detonation Seemed Possible in Ukraine  The New York Times

Time Is Running Out in Ukraine: Kyiv Cannot Capitalize on Russian Military Weakness Without U.S. Aid - Foreign Affairs MagazineTime Is Running Out in Ukraine: Kyiv Cannot Capitalize on Russian Military Weakness Without U.S. Aid  Foreign Affairs Magazine

Russia election: Putin hails illegal annexation of Crimea after claiming election win - BBC.comRussia election: Putin hails illegal annexation of Crimea after claiming election win  BBC.com

Ukrainian minister likely to visit India for first time since Russian invasion, peace summit top agenda | Mint - MintUkrainian minister likely to visit India for first time since Russian invasion, peace summit top agenda | Mint  Mint

Ukrainians may seek a way out of the war during talks in Delhi - The HinduUkrainians may seek a way out of the war during talks in Delhi  The Hindu

Russia-Ukraine war: Border shelling intensifies after Putin re-elected - Al Jazeera EnglishRussia-Ukraine war: Border shelling intensifies after Putin re-elected  Al Jazeera English

Indians Forced To Fight Russia's War Put Out Video: 'Get Us Out Of Here' - NDTVIndians Forced To Fight Russia's War Put Out Video: 'Get Us Out Of Here'  NDTV

Ukraine war: Multiple drone attacks repelled, says Russia - BBC.comUkraine war: Multiple drone attacks repelled, says Russia  BBC.com

Russia-Ukraine war latest: 'All glory to Russia,' Putin tells Red Square crowds after inevitable election win - Sky NewsRussia-Ukraine war latest: 'All glory to Russia,' Putin tells Red Square crowds after inevitable election win  Sky News

Breaking: Moscow under attack! Major drone strikes during crucial Russian votes - The Times of IndiaBreaking: Moscow under attack! Major drone strikes during crucial Russian votes  The Times of India

Russia says two killed in Ukrainian shelling and drones hit oil refinery - Al Jazeera EnglishRussia says two killed in Ukrainian shelling and drones hit oil refinery  Al Jazeera English

Russia boosts navy firepower to counter Ukrainian drone attacks - The Times of IndiaRussia boosts navy firepower to counter Ukrainian drone attacks  The Times of India

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 752 - Al Jazeera EnglishRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 752  Al Jazeera English

Kremlin prepares for final day of elections as more drones hit Odessa - Ukraine war - The IndependentKremlin prepares for final day of elections as more drones hit Odessa - Ukraine war  The Independent

Indians die fighting for Russia in Ukraine, leaving a trail of helplessness - Al Jazeera EnglishIndians die fighting for Russia in Ukraine, leaving a trail of helplessness  Al Jazeera English

Ukraine war: Russian schoolbook urges teenagers to join the army - BBC.comUkraine war: Russian schoolbook urges teenagers to join the army  BBC.com

Ukraine war: Europe split clouds Macron talks with Scholz in Berlin - BBC.comUkraine war: Europe split clouds Macron talks with Scholz in Berlin  BBC.com

Russian missile attack on Odesa kills at least 20 people - The GuardianRussian missile attack on Odesa kills at least 20 people  The Guardian

Russian attack on civilian sites in Ukraine’s Odesa kills 20, wounds 75 - Al Jazeera EnglishRussian attack on civilian sites in Ukraine’s Odesa kills 20, wounds 75  Al Jazeera English

Russia 'struggling with supply of weapons and ammunition' for Ukraine war - Western officials - BBC.comRussia 'struggling with supply of weapons and ammunition' for Ukraine war - Western officials  BBC.com

Ukraine war: Is Avdiivka's fall a sign Russia is turning the tide? - BBC.comUkraine war: Is Avdiivka's fall a sign Russia is turning the tide?  BBC.com

Ukraine Can't Win the War | TIME - TIMEUkraine Can't Win the War | TIME  TIME

Russia's Drone-Attacked Oil Refineries: What You Need to Know - BloombergRussia's Drone-Attacked Oil Refineries: What You Need to Know  Bloomberg

‘The fight is continuing’: a decade of Russian rule has not silenced Ukrainian voices in Crimea - The Guardian‘The fight is continuing’: a decade of Russian rule has not silenced Ukrainian voices in Crimea  The Guardian

Oil prices jump after Ukraine strikes Russian oil refineries - CNBCOil prices jump after Ukraine strikes Russian oil refineries  CNBC

Five things to know about Russia's presidential election - FRANCE 24 EnglishFive things to know about Russia's presidential election  FRANCE 24 English

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 751 - Al Jazeera EnglishRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 751  Al Jazeera English

Russia-Ukraine war updates: Putin says troops to be sent to Finnish border - Al Jazeera EnglishRussia-Ukraine war updates: Putin says troops to be sent to Finnish border  Al Jazeera English

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 749 - Al Jazeera EnglishRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 749  Al Jazeera English

Oil Prices Rise After Ukraine Attacks Russian Refineries - The Wall Street JournalOil Prices Rise After Ukraine Attacks Russian Refineries  The Wall Street Journal

Nato allies reject Emmanuel Macron idea of troops to Ukraine - BBC.comNato allies reject Emmanuel Macron idea of troops to Ukraine  BBC.com

Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine: EU individual sanctions over territorial integrity prolonged for a further six ... - Présidence française du Conseil de l'Union européenne 2022Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine: EU individual sanctions over territorial integrity prolonged for a further six ...  Présidence française du Conseil de l'Union européenne 2022

Ukraine war: Kharkiv Opera and Ballet to reopen underground - BBC.comUkraine war: Kharkiv Opera and Ballet to reopen underground  BBC.com

Russia attacks 11 communities in Sumy Oblast - MSNRussia attacks 11 communities in Sumy Oblast  MSN

Russia attacks 11 communities in Sumy Oblast - Kyiv IndependentRussia attacks 11 communities in Sumy Oblast  Kyiv Independent

Ukrainian shelling kills four family members in Russia's Belgorod, governor says - Yahoo News AustraliaUkrainian shelling kills four family members in Russia's Belgorod, governor says  Yahoo News Australia

Ukraine launches attacks on the final day of Russia's presidential vote - Lock Haven ExpressUkraine launches attacks on the final day of Russia's presidential vote  Lock Haven Express

Russia Says Ukrainian Shelling Killed 2 in a Border City While It Thwarted An Incursion - The Japan NewsRussia Says Ukrainian Shelling Killed 2 in a Border City While It Thwarted An Incursion  The Japan News

1 killed, 1 injured in Russian attacks on Sumy Oblast - Kyiv Independent1 killed, 1 injured in Russian attacks on Sumy Oblast  Kyiv Independent

Russian forces attack civilian infrastructure in Sumy - Yahoo! VoicesRussian forces attack civilian infrastructure in Sumy  Yahoo! Voices

Russia says Ukrainian drone attacks disrupt electricity - The Northern Daily LeaderRussia says Ukrainian drone attacks disrupt electricity  The Northern Daily Leader

Ukraine drones attack refinery, target Moscow, disrupt power, Russia says - Business RecorderUkraine drones attack refinery, target Moscow, disrupt power, Russia says  Business Recorder

CBI busts human trafficking network taking Indians to Russia-Ukraine war zone - The Times of IndiaCBI busts human trafficking network taking Indians to Russia-Ukraine war zone  The Times of India

More Russian Oil Refineries Are Attacked by Ukrainian Drones - BNN BloombergMore Russian Oil Refineries Are Attacked by Ukrainian Drones  BNN Bloomberg

Johnson says he expects to take up Ukraine aid with Democratic votes - POLITICOJohnson says he expects to take up Ukraine aid with Democratic votes  POLITICO

Ukraine war updates: U.S. brushes off Putin's 'nuclear war' threat; Ukraine says Russian election in occupied regions 'illegal' - CNBCUkraine war updates: U.S. brushes off Putin's 'nuclear war' threat; Ukraine says Russian election in occupied regions 'illegal'  CNBC

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia ‘jammed signal on UK defence minister’s plane’ – as it happened - The GuardianRussia-Ukraine war: Russia ‘jammed signal on UK defence minister’s plane’ – as it happened  The Guardian

Ukraine war briefing: Biden scrapes together $300m more for Ukraine weapons - The GuardianUkraine war briefing: Biden scrapes together $300m more for Ukraine weapons  The Guardian

America Pulls Back from Ukraine - The New York TimesAmerica Pulls Back from Ukraine  The New York Times

Ukraine war briefing: refineries in Russia burn as Ukrainians go after Kremlin’s lifeline - The GuardianUkraine war briefing: refineries in Russia burn as Ukrainians go after Kremlin’s lifeline  The Guardian

Here's How The Russians Are Taking Out Ukraine's M-1 Abrams Tanks - ForbesHere's How The Russians Are Taking Out Ukraine's M-1 Abrams Tanks  Forbes

Occupied Ukraine encouraged to vote in Russian election by armed men - BBCOccupied Ukraine encouraged to vote in Russian election by armed men  BBC

US to send new weapons package worth $300 million for Ukraine - ReutersUS to send new weapons package worth $300 million for Ukraine  Reuters

White House to send new $300m weapons package to Ukraine - BBCWhite House to send new $300m weapons package to Ukraine  BBC

Ukraine knocks out Russian refinery in major attack - ReutersUkraine knocks out Russian refinery in major attack  Reuters

White House expected to send more ATACMS to Ukraine - POLITICOWhite House expected to send more ATACMS to Ukraine  POLITICO

U.S. to Send $300 Million in Weapons to Ukraine Under Makeshift Plan - The New York TimesU.S. to Send $300 Million in Weapons to Ukraine Under Makeshift Plan  The New York Times

Trump ‘will not give a penny to Ukraine’ if he wins, Hungary’s Viktor Orbán says - The Guardian USTrump ‘will not give a penny to Ukraine’ if he wins, Hungary’s Viktor Orbán says  The Guardian US

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian schools in Kursk close after claims of Ukrainian cross-border incursion – as it happened - The GuardianRussia-Ukraine war: Russian schools in Kursk close after claims of Ukrainian cross-border incursion – as it happened  The Guardian

'Jamming': How Electronic Warfare Is Reshaping Ukraine's Battlefields - The New York Times'Jamming': How Electronic Warfare Is Reshaping Ukraine's Battlefields  The New York Times

Ukraine war: The sea drones keeping Russia's warships at bay - BBCUkraine war: The sea drones keeping Russia's warships at bay  BBC

Exclusive: Russia producing three times more artillery shells than US and Europe for Ukraine - CNNExclusive: Russia producing three times more artillery shells than US and Europe for Ukraine  CNN

Ukraine Faces Losses Without More U.S. Aid, Officials Say - The New York TimesUkraine Faces Losses Without More U.S. Aid, Officials Say  The New York Times

Brussels aims to fast-track up to €3bn for Ukraine from frozen Russian assets - Financial TimesBrussels aims to fast-track up to €3bn for Ukraine from frozen Russian assets  Financial Times

Oscars 2024: Zelensky hails Ukraine's first-ever Oscar victory - BBCOscars 2024: Zelensky hails Ukraine's first-ever Oscar victory  BBC

Ukraine war briefing: backlash continues over the pope’s ‘white flag’ gaffe - The GuardianUkraine war briefing: backlash continues over the pope’s ‘white flag’ gaffe  The Guardian

Ukraine hits back at Pope Francis over 'white flag' remark urging peace talks with Russia - NBC NewsUkraine hits back at Pope Francis over 'white flag' remark urging peace talks with Russia  NBC News

Donald Trump won't give 'a penny' to Ukraine if elected, Orbán says - POLITICO EuropeDonald Trump won't give 'a penny' to Ukraine if elected, Orbán says  POLITICO Europe

Russia-Ukraine war: How Ukraine lost Avdiivka to Russia - The Associated PressRussia-Ukraine war: How Ukraine lost Avdiivka to Russia  The Associated Press