Author: Martin Fornusek
Martin Fornusek is a Czech journalist working as a senior news editor for the Kyiv Independent. He covers news stories from Ukraine, including updates on the ongoing conflict with Russia, as well as international stories.
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Ukraine has listed 42,000 citizens in its unified register for persons missing under special circumstances, according to a report by Ukrinform. This register collects data on individuals who have disappeared due to war, occupation, or natural disasters. This figure highlights the humanitarian impact of Russia’s full-scale war, including deportations, kidnappings, and a significant number of casualties among both military personnel and civilians in Ukraine. The head of the Interior Ministry’s missing persons department, Dmytro Bohatiuk, stated that the register has collected information on…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Two prosecutors at the Prosecutor General’s Office are under investigation for allegedly taking a $170,000 bribe to close a criminal case, the office’s head, Andrii Kostin, said on July 16. One of the prosecutors had been charged and detained at the workplace following an investigation by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO). Charges against “other participants” in the suspected crime are being prepared, NABU said. “I have always stressed: zero tolerance for corruption is our guiding principle,”…
Support Independent Journalism in Ukraine Join us in the fight to support independent journalism in Ukraine. By becoming a member or supporting us just once, you can help ensure that important stories are told and voices are heard. Russia’s Presence at U.N. Security Council Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov recently arrived in New York to chair meetings of the U.N. Security Council as part of Moscow’s presidency over the body. During this time, Lavrov plans to use the platform to push pro-Russian narratives and criticize the West. Controversies and Criticisms Russia’s membership in U.N. bodies, particularly its permanent seat in…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once The European Commission will not attend many events hosted by Hungary’s presidency of the Council of the EU at the highest level, as announced by President Ursula von der Leyen’s spokesperson, Eric Mamer. This decision comes amidst concerns over Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s recent foreign trips to Moscow and Beijing under the purview of Hungary’s presidency. Orban’s actions have stirred controversy within the EU, prompting Brussels to limit its representation to senior civil servants at informal meetings. This move indicates disapproval of Hungary’s…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once The scorching “anomalous heatwave” in Europe and Ukraine is driving electricity consumption to its peak, leading to challenges for the state-owned energy operator Ukrenergo as power plants struggle to meet the soaring demand. Scheduled blackouts have been deemed necessary. The blistering heatwave is set to persist, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, resulting in a surge in electricity usage primarily for cooling purposes. The strain on Ukraine’s energy grid has been exacerbated by previous Russian aerial attacks. The unprecedented weather conditions in Kyiv…
Support Independent Journalism in Ukraine Join us in this fight to support independent journalism in Ukraine. Your contribution makes a difference. Become a member Support us just once Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary has presented a proposal on achieving peace between Russia and Ukraine to European leaders. The plan, according to political director Balazs Orban, is grounded in realistic assessments and goals. During Hungary’s presidency of the Council of the EU, Orban embarked on a “peace mission” to Kyiv, Moscow, and Beijing, with a concluding meeting with Donald Trump. The visit to Moscow, particularly the meeting with Russian President…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once The Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi, has ordered an inspection of the 59th Separate Motorized Brigade “Yakiv Handziuk” following recent losses, as stated by Ukraine’s General Staff on July 15. Kateryna Polishchuk, also known as Ptashka (“bird”), a defender and medic from Azovstal, urged Syrskyi and President Volodymyr Zelensky to investigate the brigade’s commander, Bohdan Shevchuk, for alleged misconduct. Polishchuk accused Shevchuk of giving criminal orders and other transgressions, calling for an internal investigation into his leadership. The 59th Brigade, stationed…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once NATO’s outgoing Secretary General, Jens Stoltenberg, recently addressed the issue of Poland potentially shooting down Russian missiles in Ukrainian airspace. The proposal was part of a security agreement between Poland and Ukraine, but Stoltenberg emphasized that NATO does not plan to directly engage in the conflict. Stoltenberg expressed NATO’s support for Ukraine’s defense against Russian aggression, including the use of Western weapons to strike military targets in Russia. However, he clarified that NATO will not participate in direct military actions in Ukraine. Meanwhile,…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once The Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated that Ukraine’s permission to strike within Russia using Danish-supplied F-16s will be based on the circumstances, ensuring it aligns with international law. Denmark, along with the Netherlands, Belgium, and Norway, has pledged F-16 jets to Ukraine for defense against Russian aggression. While some countries allow strikes within Russia, others limit the use of F-16s to Ukrainian territory. Frederiksen emphasized the need for more international support to counter Russia’s airpower and defend European values. She dismissed concerns…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once South Korea has pledged to increase its contributions to NATO’s trust fund for Ukraine to $24 million by 2025, doubling its previous commitment. President Yoon Suk Yeol announced this decision during a NATO summit in Washington, emphasizing South Korea’s continued support for Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression. The country had previously donated $12 million to the fund for healthcare and rehabilitation of injured soldiers. In addition to financial aid, South Korea has provided economic and humanitarian assistance to Kyiv, showcasing its…