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Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once The Russian Defense Ministry has confirmed that Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchyna, who went missing in August 2023, is being detained in Russian-occupied territory. Viktoria’s father received a letter confirming her captivity, stating that she is currently in the territory of the Russian Federation. Despite efforts from her family and organizations like the International Committee of the Red Cross, access to her remains limited. Viktoria Roshchyna, an award-winning journalist, was detained previously by Russian authorities in 2022, highlighting the risks journalists face in reporting…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Argentina has announced its plans to join the international coalition advocating for the return of Ukrainian children forcibly deported from Russia. Since the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, over 19,500 Ukrainian children have been abducted, with less than 400 returned home. The Ukrainian delegation, led by Daria Herasymchuk, visited Argentina as part of President Volodymyr Zelensky’s initiative, Bring Kids Back UA. The delegation engaged with various stakeholders in Argentina, expressing the importance of collective efforts to safeguard kidnapped children worldwide. Argentina aims…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once The United States expressed deep concern over China’s military drills around Taiwan following the inauguration of Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te. The drills, conducted on May 23, were seen as a retaliatory move by China. The U.S. State Department, through spokesperson Matthew Miller, urged China to exercise restraint. With fears of Chinese military intervention rising, especially in the aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. emphasized the need for respecting democratic processes. China responded by sanctioning American military companies and defense executives. Taiwan’s…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Russian forces launched attacks on 10 settlements along the Sumy Oblast border in Ukraine on May 25, as reported by the regional military administration. The villages endured multiple explosions throughout the day, with the heaviest assault recorded in Znob-Novhorodske. While no casualties or damage were reported, daily attacks have become common in this region. The attacks in Sumy Oblast have been increasingly destructive, leading to further evacuations by Ukrainian authorities. The State Border Guard Service warned of the potential for a new Russian…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Recent attacks targeted the Russian city of Belgorod and settlements in Belgorod Oblast, causing damage to buildings, vehicles, and a gas supply line, according to Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov. Aerial assaults in the region have been on the rise, with reports of 29 targets shot down by Russian air defense units on a single day. Four civilians were injured and received medical treatment. Belgorod city bore the brunt of the attacks, resulting in severe damage to residential and commercial properties, along with disruptions to…
Latvia Pledges Support for Ukraine’s Infrastructure Development Latvia has committed to allocating six million euros in 2024 to aid infrastructure development in Ukraine, as announced by the Ukrainian government. A recent meeting between a Latvian delegation and Ukraine’s Infrastructure Ministry highlighted plans to enhance economic ties. The discussions revolved around logistics routes, increasing transport via Baltic ports, and boosting Ukrainian product exports. Acting Infrastructure Minister Vasyl Shkurakov expressed gratitude for Latvia’s assistance amid the conflict, emphasizing the potential for mutual economic growth through transport cooperation. Latvia aims to replace agricultural exports from Russia, develop export routes, and collaborate on railway…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a snap general election on July 4, triggering a six-week campaign to secure majority in the 650 constituencies. Sunak’s opponent, Labour MP Keir Starmer, is leading polls by 20 points and expected to win. In a speech, Sunak defended his leadership amid challenging times like the Covid-19 pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, emphasizing Russian aggression as a threat. The election’s outcome is unlikely to affect U.K.’s policy towards Ukraine. Starmer, who pledged support for Ukraine in…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Recent attacks in Belgorod Oblast by Ukrainian forces have resulted in casualties and damage, according to Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov. Reports of rocket or drone attacks in the region have heightened tensions in the area. A drone strike near a gas station caused a fire, while in the village of Oktyabyrsky, a woman and her child were killed in another attack. The Kyiv Independent could not independently verify these claims made by Governor Gladkov. Simultaneously, Russian media reported attacks in Novorossiysk and Sevastopol. Ukraine…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Editor’s Note: This is a developing story and is being updated. Drones and missiles struck an oil refinery and seaport in the Russian city of Novorossiysk on May 17, causing explosions and power outages. The attack targeted key infrastructure, including the Novorossiysk port and oil terminals. Reports indicate that Novorossiysk lost power during the assault. The incident is part of ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia, with Ukrainian forces launching drone strikes to disrupt Russian military operations and retaliate against attacks on Ukrainian…
Support Independent Journalism in Ukraine A missile attack on occupied Crimea on May 15 caused explosions and fires in Sevastopol, as reported by occupation authorities and Russian media outlets. The Russian-installed head of Sevastopol claimed that Russian air defense units successfully repelled the attack, with wreckage hitting private businesses but no casualties reported. Explosions and fires were witnessed near the Belbek military airfield, leading to the shutdown of traffic on the Crimean Bridge. Ukrainian forces have been intensifying their attacks on occupied Crimea, targeting Russian military assets in the region. This recent attack follows a previous strike on the Belbek…