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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Russia ‘Cannot’ Accept U.S. Ceasefire Proposal in Ukraine, Deputy FM Says - The Moscow TimesRussia ‘Cannot’ Accept U.S. Ceasefire Proposal in Ukraine, Deputy FM Says  The Moscow Times

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,132 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,132  Al Jazeera

Russia rejects Ukraine proposals from US in ‘current form’ after Trump says he is ‘angry’ with Putin - The Indian ExpressRussia rejects Ukraine proposals from US in ‘current form’ after Trump says he is ‘angry’ with Putin  The Indian Express

Zelensky claims Ukraine ready for ‘unconditional ceasefire’, calls for US sanctions on Russia - Hindustan TimesZelensky claims Ukraine ready for ‘unconditional ceasefire’, calls for US sanctions on Russia  Hindustan Times

Trump Expects Putin Will "Fulfill His Part" Of Ukraine Deal - NDTVTrump Expects Putin Will "Fulfill His Part" Of Ukraine Deal  NDTV

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Why has Ukraine not been able to hold elections after full-scale invasion by Russia? Explained - India TV NewsWhy has Ukraine not been able to hold elections after full-scale invasion by Russia? Explained  India TV News

Zelenskyy says Russia has committed over 1,83,000 war crimes in Ukraine - Deccan HeraldZelenskyy says Russia has committed over 1,83,000 war crimes in Ukraine  Deccan Herald

Russia refuses to accept US peace plan for Ukraine in its 'current form' - India TodayRussia refuses to accept US peace plan for Ukraine in its 'current form'  India Today

Putin-Trump’s SECRET DEAL Rattles Ukraine; Russia's Untapped Rare Earths Decoded - Times of IndiaPutin-Trump’s SECRET DEAL Rattles Ukraine; Russia's Untapped Rare Earths Decoded  Times of India

Ukraine working on minerals deal as US ceasefire bid grinds on - Al JazeeraUkraine working on minerals deal as US ceasefire bid grinds on  Al Jazeera

Ukraine election rumours: Is Zelensky mulling a summer poll? - BBCUkraine election rumours: Is Zelensky mulling a summer poll?  BBC

Is Ukraine Intensifying Its Attacks on Russia’s Border Regions? - The Moscow TimesIs Ukraine Intensifying Its Attacks on Russia’s Border Regions?  The Moscow Times

Ukraine war briefing: EU ministers call out Kremlin for delaying ceasefire - The GuardianUkraine war briefing: EU ministers call out Kremlin for delaying ceasefire  The Guardian

Trump officials eye a longer road to Ukraine peace as frustration mounts - ReutersTrump officials eye a longer road to Ukraine peace as frustration mounts  Reuters

Germany sees Ukraine truce efforts as deadlocked, while China says the talks are encouraging - AP NewsGermany sees Ukraine truce efforts as deadlocked, while China says the talks are encouraging  AP News

Ukraine updates: Russia says Putin open to talks with Trump - DWUkraine updates: Russia says Putin open to talks with Trump  DW

Trump accuses Ukraine’s Zelensky of ‘trying to back out’ of proposed minerals deal - CNNTrump accuses Ukraine’s Zelensky of ‘trying to back out’ of proposed minerals deal  CNN

Trump Backs Away From Putin Criticism, Renews Attacks on Ukraine - Bloomberg.comTrump Backs Away From Putin Criticism, Renews Attacks on Ukraine  Bloomberg.com

Ukraine deal: Trump says he believes Putin will ‘fulfil his part’; Kremlin says Putin still open to talk - The HinduUkraine deal: Trump says he believes Putin will ‘fulfil his part’; Kremlin says Putin still open to talk  The Hindu

Russia’s Putin hosts Chinese Foreign Minister Wang for talks in Moscow - Al JazeeraRussia’s Putin hosts Chinese Foreign Minister Wang for talks in Moscow  Al Jazeera

Putin begins biggest Russian military call-up in years - BBCPutin begins biggest Russian military call-up in years  BBC

China Is Ready to Play ‘Constructive Role’ in Ending Ukraine War, Foreign Minister Says - The Moscow TimesChina Is Ready to Play ‘Constructive Role’ in Ending Ukraine War, Foreign Minister Says  The Moscow Times

Russia says it cannot accept US peace plan for Ukraine ‘in its current form’ - The GuardianRussia says it cannot accept US peace plan for Ukraine ‘in its current form’  The Guardian

Russia says it cannot accept U.S. proposals on Ukraine 'in current form' - ReutersRussia says it cannot accept U.S. proposals on Ukraine 'in current form'  Reuters

Finland joins other Russian neighbours exiting from landmine treaty - Al JazeeraFinland joins other Russian neighbours exiting from landmine treaty  Al Jazeera

Russian drone attacks on Kharkiv, east Ukraine kill two and injure dozens - Al JazeeraRussian drone attacks on Kharkiv, east Ukraine kill two and injure dozens  Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,131 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,131  Al Jazeera

US senators push sanctions if Russia stalls Ukraine peace efforts - ReutersUS senators push sanctions if Russia stalls Ukraine peace efforts  Reuters

The good, the bad, and the 'screamers': A Brit who fought for Ukraine reveals how international fighters make their mark - Business InsiderThe good, the bad, and the 'screamers': A Brit who fought for Ukraine reveals how international fighters make their mark  Business Insider

Diplomacy is the newest front in the Russia-Ukraine war - The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary siteDiplomacy is the newest front in the Russia-Ukraine war  The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary site

'Can’t Accept': Russia On President Trump’s Ukraine Peace Deal, Says It Ignores ‘Root Causes’ - News18'Can’t Accept': Russia On President Trump’s Ukraine Peace Deal, Says It Ignores ‘Root Causes’  News18

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv accuses Russia of war crime after attack on military hospital in Kharkiv - The GuardianUkraine war briefing: Kyiv accuses Russia of war crime after attack on military hospital in Kharkiv  The Guardian

"Never Going To Be NATO Member": Trump on Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky - NDTV"Never Going To Be NATO Member": Trump on Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky  NDTV

Ukraine Cease-Fire Efforts Stumble Amid Competing Priorities - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comUkraine Cease-Fire Efforts Stumble Amid Competing Priorities  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Ukraine’s women wage war on Russia as mothers, breadwinners and soldiers - Al JazeeraUkraine’s women wage war on Russia as mothers, breadwinners and soldiers  Al Jazeera

Some Russians celebrated Ukrainian drone strikes on Moscow, intercepted calls suggest. - The Kyiv IndependentSome Russians celebrated Ukrainian drone strikes on Moscow, intercepted calls suggest.  The Kyiv Independent

Russia's territorial gains in Ukraine drop to lowest level since June 2024, monitoring group says - The Kyiv IndependentRussia's territorial gains in Ukraine drop to lowest level since June 2024, monitoring group says  The Kyiv Independent

Ukraine war briefing: Trump sanctions threat on Russian oil buyers could hit China, India - The GuardianUkraine war briefing: Trump sanctions threat on Russian oil buyers could hit China, India  The Guardian

Russia launches no strike drones into Ukraine for first time since December - ABC NewsRussia launches no strike drones into Ukraine for first time since December  ABC News

Ukraine war latest: Putin wants to make Russian army bigger than America's with largest conscription drive in years - Sky NewsUkraine war latest: Putin wants to make Russian army bigger than America's with largest conscription drive in years  Sky News

Ukraine war latest: Putin orders largest conscription drive since war began - as Russia accused of plotting new attacks - Sky NewsUkraine war latest: Putin orders largest conscription drive since war began - as Russia accused of plotting new attacks  Sky News

Four killed in mass Russian drone attack on Dnipro, Ukraine says - BBCFour killed in mass Russian drone attack on Dnipro, Ukraine says  BBC

Trump: Ukraine trying to back out of minerals deal - CNNTrump: Ukraine trying to back out of minerals deal  CNN

Two killed and several injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine, local media report - Euronews.comTwo killed and several injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine, local media report  Euronews.com

US pushes for expansive new deal to control Ukraine’s minerals and energy - Financial TimesUS pushes for expansive new deal to control Ukraine’s minerals and energy  Financial Times

Russia submits list of alleged Ukrainian ceasefire violations to US, UN and OSCE, Lavrov says - The Kyiv IndependentRussia submits list of alleged Ukrainian ceasefire violations to US, UN and OSCE, Lavrov says  The Kyiv Independent

EU transfers $3.7 billion to Ukraine under Ukraine Facility program, PM Shmyhal says - The Kyiv IndependentEU transfers $3.7 billion to Ukraine under Ukraine Facility program, PM Shmyhal says  The Kyiv Independent

Ukraine Pushing Ahead on US Deal After Trump Renews Criticism - Bloomberg.comUkraine Pushing Ahead on US Deal After Trump Renews Criticism  Bloomberg.com

Ukraine war latest: Russia's territorial gains in Ukraine drop to lowest level since June 2024 - The Kyiv IndependentUkraine war latest: Russia's territorial gains in Ukraine drop to lowest level since June 2024  The Kyiv Independent

Ukraine is not an easy nut to crack - The New Indian ExpressUkraine is not an easy nut to crack  The New Indian Express

Ukraine Destroys Record 122 Russian Artillery Pieces In One Day - ForbesUkraine Destroys Record 122 Russian Artillery Pieces In One Day  Forbes

Video: Military expert reveals what he thinks is Russia’s biggest weakness amid Ukraine war - CNNVideo: Military expert reveals what he thinks is Russia’s biggest weakness amid Ukraine war  CNN

Germany’s Foreign Minister Accuses Putin of ‘Playing for Time’ in Ukraine - The Moscow TimesGermany’s Foreign Minister Accuses Putin of ‘Playing for Time’ in Ukraine  The Moscow Times

Update 283 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine - International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)Update 283 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine  International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

Ukraine to hold 'in-depth' talks on foreign troop contingent Friday, Zelenskiy says - ReutersUkraine to hold 'in-depth' talks on foreign troop contingent Friday, Zelenskiy says  Reuters

How does the EU's support for Ukraine stand after three years of war? - Euronews.comHow does the EU's support for Ukraine stand after three years of war?  Euronews.com

A European Reassurance Force for Ukraine: Options and Challenges - The International Institute for Strategic StudiesA European Reassurance Force for Ukraine: Options and Challenges  The International Institute for Strategic Studies

German FM says Ukraine talks 'deadlocked' but China disagrees - Euronews.comGerman FM says Ukraine talks 'deadlocked' but China disagrees  Euronews.com

Ukraine launches attacks in new Russian region as it faces setbacks on home soil - CNNUkraine launches attacks in new Russian region as it faces setbacks on home soil  CNN

Russia says it won’t accept US cease-fire proposal ‘in its current form’ in sign Ukraine peace talks may have stalled - New York PostRussia says it won’t accept US cease-fire proposal ‘in its current form’ in sign Ukraine peace talks may have stalled  New York Post

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy cautious on new US minerals deal proposal - Al JazeeraUkraine’s Zelenskyy cautious on new US minerals deal proposal  Al Jazeera

The rise and fall of Ukraine's Kursk gambit - The Kyiv IndependentThe rise and fall of Ukraine's Kursk gambit  The Kyiv Independent

How to use Russia’s central bank assets for Ukraine - politico.euHow to use Russia’s central bank assets for Ukraine  politico.eu

Ukraine's Zelensky claims Russia committed 183,000 war crimes, calls for justice - Hindustan TimesUkraine's Zelensky claims Russia committed 183,000 war crimes, calls for justice  Hindustan Times

Update 282 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine - International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)Update 282 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine  International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

Ukraine ceasefire to increase Russian threat in Baltic region, ministers warn - Financial TimesUkraine ceasefire to increase Russian threat in Baltic region, ministers warn  Financial Times

‘Russians are sending way more drones than they used to’, Ukraine defence unit says - France 24‘Russians are sending way more drones than they used to’, Ukraine defence unit says  France 24

China's FM visits Russia amid uncertain Ukraine ceasefire - Euronews.comChina's FM visits Russia amid uncertain Ukraine ceasefire  Euronews.com

Warning Russia has 'initiative' in Ukraine, Sweden announces record $1.6B defense aid package - Breaking DefenseWarning Russia has 'initiative' in Ukraine, Sweden announces record $1.6B defense aid package  Breaking Defense

Zelensky, Trump and Putin may all have done U-turns on elections in Ukraine - The EconomistZelensky, Trump and Putin may all have done U-turns on elections in Ukraine  The Economist

Netherlands pledges over $2 billion for Ukraine in 2025, including $540 million for drones - The Kyiv IndependentNetherlands pledges over $2 billion for Ukraine in 2025, including $540 million for drones  The Kyiv Independent

3 years after Bucha massacre, Zelensky asks Europe to unite behind Ukraine - Hindustan Times3 years after Bucha massacre, Zelensky asks Europe to unite behind Ukraine  Hindustan Times

Ukraine updates: Russia says it can't accept US peace deal - DWUkraine updates: Russia says it can't accept US peace deal  DW

Ukraine's debt close to wiping out Trump election gains as truce prospects dim - ReutersUkraine's debt close to wiping out Trump election gains as truce prospects dim  Reuters

Ukraine's main European allies weigh new sanctions on Russia - ReutersUkraine's main European allies weigh new sanctions on Russia  Reuters

Trump voices anger at Putin for comments about Ukraine's Zelenskyy, threatens sanctions on Russia - CNBC TV18Trump voices anger at Putin for comments about Ukraine's Zelenskyy, threatens sanctions on Russia  CNBC TV18

Donald Trump 'very angry' with Vladimir Putin over ceasefire negotiations - BBCDonald Trump 'very angry' with Vladimir Putin over ceasefire negotiations  BBC

Massive data leak: Ukrainian IDs, other documents exposed by years of cyber negligence - The Kyiv IndependentMassive data leak: Ukrainian IDs, other documents exposed by years of cyber negligence  The Kyiv Independent

Sweden unveils its largest military aid package for Ukraine worth nearly $1.6 billion - The Kyiv IndependentSweden unveils its largest military aid package for Ukraine worth nearly $1.6 billion  The Kyiv Independent

Putin floats idea of UN-led government in Ukraine - BBCPutin floats idea of UN-led government in Ukraine  BBC

Sweden pledges $1.6 billion in new Ukraine aid, including air defense - Defense NewsSweden pledges $1.6 billion in new Ukraine aid, including air defense  Defense News

A shattered Ukraine power plant hopes the ceasefire will let it rebuild - The Washington PostA shattered Ukraine power plant hopes the ceasefire will let it rebuild  The Washington Post

Trump ‘angry’ with Putin and threatens tariffs on Russian oil over Ukraine - Al JazeeraTrump ‘angry’ with Putin and threatens tariffs on Russian oil over Ukraine  Al Jazeera

73% of Ukrainians say Trump is bad for Ukraine, poll shows. - The Kyiv Independent73% of Ukrainians say Trump is bad for Ukraine, poll shows.  The Kyiv Independent

Putin conscripts 160K men as Russia eyes Ukraine offensive - Fox NewsPutin conscripts 160K men as Russia eyes Ukraine offensive  Fox News

Starmer says sanctions should increase on Russia to secure Ukraine peace - BBCStarmer says sanctions should increase on Russia to secure Ukraine peace  BBC

As Russian troops retake settlements in Kursk Oblast, Ukraine launches attack on adjacent Russian region - The Kyiv IndependentAs Russian troops retake settlements in Kursk Oblast, Ukraine launches attack on adjacent Russian region  The Kyiv Independent

Putin Keeps Pushing, With Trump and in Ukraine War - The New York TimesPutin Keeps Pushing, With Trump and in Ukraine War  The New York Times

Kremlin says it's working on Ukraine peace after Trump says he's 'pissed off' with Putin - ReutersKremlin says it's working on Ukraine peace after Trump says he's 'pissed off' with Putin  Reuters

The Partnership: The Secret History of the War in Ukraine - The New York TimesThe Partnership: The Secret History of the War in Ukraine  The New York Times

America’s involvement in Ukraine is finally being revealed - The SpectatorAmerica’s involvement in Ukraine is finally being revealed  The Spectator

A Kremlin official says Russia sees efforts to end Ukraine war as a drawn-out process - AP NewsA Kremlin official says Russia sees efforts to end Ukraine war as a drawn-out process  AP News

Ukraine’s 2-Ton Ballistic Missiles Are Back In Action - ForbesUkraine’s 2-Ton Ballistic Missiles Are Back In Action  Forbes

Waltz held sensitive talks on Russia, Ukraine on Signal, WSJ reports - The Kyiv IndependentWaltz held sensitive talks on Russia, Ukraine on Signal, WSJ reports  The Kyiv Independent

Sweden announces more Ukraine military aid worth $1.6 billion - ReutersSweden announces more Ukraine military aid worth $1.6 billion  Reuters

Artist George Butler: For Ukraine, this is ‘a record of the first draft of history.’ - CNNArtist George Butler: For Ukraine, this is ‘a record of the first draft of history.’  CNN

Russia: We won’t accept Trump’s peace plan ‘while Zelensky is in power’ - The TimesRussia: We won’t accept Trump’s peace plan ‘while Zelensky is in power’  The Times

Russia 'Cannot Accept' Trump's Ukraine Peace Plans - NewsweekRussia 'Cannot Accept' Trump's Ukraine Peace Plans  Newsweek

Germany’s Baerbock announces $12B military aid package for Ukraine during Kyiv visit - Anadolu AjansiGermany’s Baerbock announces $12B military aid package for Ukraine during Kyiv visit  Anadolu Ajansi