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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Ukraine live: Trump moves nuclear submarines near Russia after Putin aide’s threats - The IndependentUkraine live: Trump moves nuclear submarines near Russia after Putin aide’s threats  The Independent

Wounded soldier escapes battlefield using e-bike delivered by drone - BBCWounded soldier escapes battlefield using e-bike delivered by drone  BBC

Ukraine drone attacks kill three in Russia, cause fire at oil refinery - Al Jazeera
  1. Ukraine drone attacks kill three in Russia, cause fire at oil refinery  Al Jazeera
  2. Video | Russia's Deadliest Drone Strikes On Ukraine Hit All-Time Record, 31 Killed In July 31 Attack  NDTV
  3. Russian drone attacks on Ukraine hit all-time record in July  Times of India


Ukraine war briefing: death toll from Kyiv strike rises to 31 as Russia accelerates military advance - theguardian.comUkraine war briefing: death toll from Kyiv strike rises to 31 as Russia accelerates military advance  theguardian.com

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,255 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,255  Al Jazeera

Germany will provide 2 more Patriot defense systems to Ukraine, US will backfill stockpiles - CNNGermany will provide 2 more Patriot defense systems to Ukraine, US will backfill stockpiles  CNN

Putin Says Wants Lasting Peace In Ukraine - NDTVPutin Says Wants Lasting Peace In Ukraine  NDTV

Sanctions bill targets China for enabling Putin’s war in Ukraine - The Washington PostSanctions bill targets China for enabling Putin’s war in Ukraine  The Washington Post

‘Russia only barrier to peace’: UK’s Starmer and Ukraine’s Zelenskyy back Trump’s new deadline for Putin - The Indian Express‘Russia only barrier to peace’: UK’s Starmer and Ukraine’s Zelenskyy back Trump’s new deadline for Putin  The Indian Express

Russia Claims Ukraine Has No Tank Brigades Left, Mocks Vanishing NATO Armour | Watch - Times of IndiaRussia Claims Ukraine Has No Tank Brigades Left, Mocks Vanishing NATO Armour | Watch  Times of India

Indians have been forcibly enlisted for war against Ukraine, says Durai Vaiko - The HinduIndians have been forcibly enlisted for war against Ukraine, says Durai Vaiko  The Hindu

Ukraine names three nations aiding Putin’s war machine, Russia fires back | Fierce UN debate - Hindustan TimesUkraine names three nations aiding Putin’s war machine, Russia fires back | Fierce UN debate  Hindustan Times

Why are HIV rates soaring among Russian soldiers? - FirstpostWhy are HIV rates soaring among Russian soldiers?  Firstpost

Zelenskyy signs Ukraine anti-corruption law after protests prompt changes – as it happened - theguardian.comZelenskyy signs Ukraine anti-corruption law after protests prompt changes – as it happened  theguardian.com

Ukraine war latest: 'Irresponsible' Trump told nuclear subs didn't need to be moved after Russian 'threat' - Sky NewsUkraine war latest: 'Irresponsible' Trump told nuclear subs didn't need to be moved after Russian 'threat'  Sky News

Ukraine war live: Trump moves nuclear submarines near Russia after Putin aide threats - The IndependentUkraine war live: Trump moves nuclear submarines near Russia after Putin aide threats  The Independent

SECURITY COUNCIL LIVE: Meeting on the situation in Ukraine - UN NewsSECURITY COUNCIL LIVE: Meeting on the situation in Ukraine  UN News

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Kill 3 in Russia's Penza, Samara, Rostov Regions - The Moscow TimesUkrainian Drone Strikes Kill 3 in Russia's Penza, Samara, Rostov Regions  The Moscow Times

Update 306 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine - IAEAUpdate 306 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine  IAEA

They escaped Ukraine's front lines. The sound of drones followed them - BBCThey escaped Ukraine's front lines. The sound of drones followed them  BBC

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,254 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,254  Al Jazeera

Putin not swayed by Trump's Ukraine war ultimatum - BBCPutin not swayed by Trump's Ukraine war ultimatum  BBC

‘They chase ambulances:’ Russia’s ‘record’ attacks on Ukraine’s healthcare - Al Jazeera‘They chase ambulances:’ Russia’s ‘record’ attacks on Ukraine’s healthcare  Al Jazeera

Kyiv toll rises to 28 as wave of Russian strikes defies Trump ceasefire demand - BBCKyiv toll rises to 28 as wave of Russian strikes defies Trump ceasefire demand  BBC

Ukraine parliament votes to restore anticorruption agencies after protests - Al JazeeraUkraine parliament votes to restore anticorruption agencies after protests  Al Jazeera

Russia kills 18 in drone, missile strikes on Ukraine’s Kyiv: Officials - Al JazeeraRussia kills 18 in drone, missile strikes on Ukraine’s Kyiv: Officials  Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,252 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,252  Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,253 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,253  Al Jazeera

Russia’s actions in Ukraine ‘disgusting’, says Trump - Al JazeeraRussia’s actions in Ukraine ‘disgusting’, says Trump  Al Jazeera

Ukraine protects Europe from Kremlin aggression, Russian dissident Yashin says - ReutersUkraine protects Europe from Kremlin aggression, Russian dissident Yashin says  Reuters

US, NATO developing novel funding mechanism for Ukraine weapons transfers - ReutersUS, NATO developing novel funding mechanism for Ukraine weapons transfers  Reuters

In wartime, demonstrations in Ukraine can never be more than a peaceful protest - theguardian.comIn wartime, demonstrations in Ukraine can never be more than a peaceful protest  theguardian.com

Ukraine Claims Drone Attacks on Two Russian Oil Refineries - Bloomberg.comUkraine Claims Drone Attacks on Two Russian Oil Refineries  Bloomberg.com

Ukraine parliament to vote on law to restore powers of anti-corruption bodies - theguardian.comUkraine parliament to vote on law to restore powers of anti-corruption bodies  theguardian.com

Ukraine claims attacks on Russian drone storage airbase and military plant - Euronews.comUkraine claims attacks on Russian drone storage airbase and military plant  Euronews.com

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 1, 2025 - Institute for the Study of WarRussian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 1, 2025  Institute for the Study of War

Russia’s summer offensive is turning into an escalating crisis for Ukraine - CNNRussia’s summer offensive is turning into an escalating crisis for Ukraine  CNN

Ukraine war briefing: Kremlin says it has ‘immunity’ to US sanctions as Trump deadline looms - theguardian.comUkraine war briefing: Kremlin says it has ‘immunity’ to US sanctions as Trump deadline looms  theguardian.com

Ukraine reports 25 killed as Russia hits prison and hospital - BBCUkraine reports 25 killed as Russia hits prison and hospital  BBC

Ukraine: Zelensky demands sanctions after Russia strikes kill 33 in Kyiv - BBCUkraine: Zelensky demands sanctions after Russia strikes kill 33 in Kyiv  BBC

Why did Zelenskyy try to curb autonomy of Ukraine’s anti-graft agencies? - Al JazeeraWhy did Zelenskyy try to curb autonomy of Ukraine’s anti-graft agencies?  Al Jazeera

Russia hits Ukrainian training unit, killing and wounding servicemen - BBCRussia hits Ukrainian training unit, killing and wounding servicemen  BBC

Russian soldiers scammed and robbed of war cash on return from Ukraine - BBCRussian soldiers scammed and robbed of war cash on return from Ukraine  BBC

Ukraine updates: Trump deploys nuclear subs in Russia row - DWUkraine updates: Trump deploys nuclear subs in Russia row  DW

At home, in school and in hospital: how hundreds of Ukrainian children are dying in Russian attacks - theguardian.comAt home, in school and in hospital: how hundreds of Ukrainian children are dying in Russian attacks  theguardian.com

Ukraine war latest: 'Words are very important,' — Trump orders nuclear submarines deployed after Medvedev's threats - The Kyiv IndependentUkraine war latest: 'Words are very important,' — Trump orders nuclear submarines deployed after Medvedev's threats  The Kyiv Independent

EU steps up air defences for Ukraine and sanctions for Russia - Al JazeeraEU steps up air defences for Ukraine and sanctions for Russia  Al Jazeera

Millions of Ukrainians abroad hope to return home once Russia's invasion ends - NPRMillions of Ukrainians abroad hope to return home once Russia's invasion ends  NPR

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy calls for ‘regime change’ in Russia as attack on Kyiv kills 26 - theguardian.comUkraine war briefing: Zelenskyy calls for ‘regime change’ in Russia as attack on Kyiv kills 26  theguardian.com

Trump Says Russia's Actions In Ukraine "Disgusting" - NDTVTrump Says Russia's Actions In Ukraine "Disgusting"  NDTV

Parliament restores independence to Ukraine’s corruption-fighters - The EconomistParliament restores independence to Ukraine’s corruption-fighters  The Economist

Putin Blames Frustration Over Ukraine Talks on ‘Inflated Expectations’ - The New York TimesPutin Blames Frustration Over Ukraine Talks on ‘Inflated Expectations’  The New York Times

Russia and Ukraine agree prisoner swap, but little other progress in Istanbul talks - CNNRussia and Ukraine agree prisoner swap, but little other progress in Istanbul talks  CNN

Russia-Ukraine war: At least six killed, 52 injured in Russian missile and drone attack in Kyiv - The HinduRussia-Ukraine war: At least six killed, 52 injured in Russian missile and drone attack in Kyiv  The Hindu

Soldiers in Ukraine battle Russian offensive as drones riddle the night sky - CNNSoldiers in Ukraine battle Russian offensive as drones riddle the night sky  CNN

Putin threatens Europe with Oreshnik missile deployment to Belarus - Euronews.comPutin threatens Europe with Oreshnik missile deployment to Belarus  Euronews.com

Young Ukrainians get their way as Zelensky overturns law to defuse crisis - BBCYoung Ukrainians get their way as Zelensky overturns law to defuse crisis  BBC

The smart way Ukraine is keeping its F-16s safe from Russia could be key to airpower survival in modern war - Business InsiderThe smart way Ukraine is keeping its F-16s safe from Russia could be key to airpower survival in modern war  Business Insider

A Ukraine without Ukrainians: Putin is erasing Europe’s largest nation - Atlantic CouncilA Ukraine without Ukrainians: Putin is erasing Europe’s largest nation  Atlantic Council

Ukraine's special ops soldiers are getting into more 'mischief' behind Russian lines - Business InsiderUkraine's special ops soldiers are getting into more 'mischief' behind Russian lines  Business Insider

Putin urges Trump to avoid 'excessive expectations' on resolving Ukraine conflict and instead resume talks - Anadolu AjansiPutin urges Trump to avoid 'excessive expectations' on resolving Ukraine conflict and instead resume talks  Anadolu Ajansi

Zelenskyy calls for direct talks with Putin after Russian president says he backs peace negotiations – as it happened - theguardian.comZelenskyy calls for direct talks with Putin after Russian president says he backs peace negotiations – as it happened  theguardian.com

Russia launches 6,400 drones, missiles into Ukraine in record-breaking month - ABC NewsRussia launches 6,400 drones, missiles into Ukraine in record-breaking month  ABC News

Zelensky: Ukraine and Russia to hold peace talks on Wednesday - BBCZelensky: Ukraine and Russia to hold peace talks on Wednesday  BBC

Why Trump’s Threats Won’t Alter Putin’s Course in Ukraine - Time MagazineWhy Trump’s Threats Won’t Alter Putin’s Course in Ukraine  Time Magazine

What Does China Want in Ukraine? - Foreign AffairsWhat Does China Want in Ukraine?  Foreign Affairs

Putin claims 'inflated expectations' around Ukraine peace talks - Australian Broadcasting CorporationPutin claims 'inflated expectations' around Ukraine peace talks  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Trump offered Putin victory in Ukraine. Why did Putin refuse? - Atlantic CouncilTrump offered Putin victory in Ukraine. Why did Putin refuse?  Atlantic Council

The Russia pressure menu: Options to convince Putin to negotiate on Ukraine - Atlantic CouncilThe Russia pressure menu: Options to convince Putin to negotiate on Ukraine  Atlantic Council

Russia claims capture of Chasiv Yar in Ukraine; Kyiv drone attack kills 6 - NBC NewsRussia claims capture of Chasiv Yar in Ukraine; Kyiv drone attack kills 6  NBC News

Kyiv apartment block strike marks the deadliest attack on Ukraine’s capital since 2024 - CNNKyiv apartment block strike marks the deadliest attack on Ukraine’s capital since 2024  CNN

Putin Rejects ‘Excessive Expectations’ for Truce Deal in Ukraine - Bloomberg.comPutin Rejects ‘Excessive Expectations’ for Truce Deal in Ukraine  Bloomberg.com

Putin, facing Trump deadline, signals no change in Russia's stance on Ukraine - ReutersPutin, facing Trump deadline, signals no change in Russia's stance on Ukraine  Reuters

EU welcomes Ukrainian law restoring independence to anti-corruption agencies - CNNEU welcomes Ukrainian law restoring independence to anti-corruption agencies  CNN

Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine despite Donald Trump’s ultimatum - Financial TimesRussia intensifies attacks on Ukraine despite Donald Trump’s ultimatum  Financial Times

Ukraine military claims it struck major Russian refinery, electronics factory - CBCUkraine military claims it struck major Russian refinery, electronics factory  CBC

Aeroflot: Pro-Ukraine hacker group claims cyber-attack - BBCAeroflot: Pro-Ukraine hacker group claims cyber-attack  BBC

Ukraine war briefing: Three soldiers killed in Russian attack on training camp, Trump gives Moscow ceasefire deadline - theguardian.comUkraine war briefing: Three soldiers killed in Russian attack on training camp, Trump gives Moscow ceasefire deadline  theguardian.com

Germany to deliver two Patriot systems to Ukraine in deal with US - ReutersGermany to deliver two Patriot systems to Ukraine in deal with US  Reuters

Donald Trump: Vladimir Putin must agree Ukraine ceasefire in days - BBCDonald Trump: Vladimir Putin must agree Ukraine ceasefire in days  BBC

Russia seeking to create ‘buffer zones’ in Ukraine, says Kremlin - Al JazeeraRussia seeking to create ‘buffer zones’ in Ukraine, says Kremlin  Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,246 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,246  Al Jazeera

Ukrainian drones target Shahed storage site, industrial facilities in Russia, military claims - The Kyiv IndependentUkrainian drones target Shahed storage site, industrial facilities in Russia, military claims  The Kyiv Independent

Russia claims it captured key Ukrainian town as ground offensive gathers pace - CNNRussia claims it captured key Ukrainian town as ground offensive gathers pace  CNN

‘I should have been with him’: Ukrainian mother describes the horror of losing her 10-year-old in a Russian airstrike - CNN‘I should have been with him’: Ukrainian mother describes the horror of losing her 10-year-old in a Russian airstrike  CNN

Kyiv protesters celebrate as parliament votes to restore anti-corruption bodies’ power - theguardian.comKyiv protesters celebrate as parliament votes to restore anti-corruption bodies’ power  theguardian.com

Trump moves nuclear submarines after ex-Russia president’s menacing tweet - theguardian.comTrump moves nuclear submarines after ex-Russia president’s menacing tweet  theguardian.com

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,247 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,247  Al Jazeera

Tech giants blocking some Ukraine and Gaza posts under new online rules - BBCTech giants blocking some Ukraine and Gaza posts under new online rules  BBC

As Trump’s Deadline For A Ukraine Peace Deal Draws Close, Here’s What To Watch - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyAs Trump’s Deadline For A Ukraine Peace Deal Draws Close, Here’s What To Watch  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

EU to start rolling out biometrics entry system for non-EU visitors from October – as it happened - theguardian.comEU to start rolling out biometrics entry system for non-EU visitors from October – as it happened  theguardian.com

Russia’s Jet Powered Shahed Kamikaze Drone Is A Big Problem For Ukraine - The War ZoneRussia’s Jet Powered Shahed Kamikaze Drone Is A Big Problem For Ukraine  The War Zone

'Russia’s latest escalation of terror' — Ukraine calls emergency UN Security Council meeting following large-scale attack on Kyiv - The Kyiv Independent'Russia’s latest escalation of terror' — Ukraine calls emergency UN Security Council meeting following large-scale attack on Kyiv  The Kyiv Independent

Amid unrelenting attacks on Ukraine, mental health researchers seek to understand psychological toll - Science | AAASAmid unrelenting attacks on Ukraine, mental health researchers seek to understand psychological toll  Science | AAAS

'Russian fakes' — Zelensky says Ukraine still defending Chasiv Yar, denies Moscow claims of capture - The Kyiv Independent'Russian fakes' — Zelensky says Ukraine still defending Chasiv Yar, denies Moscow claims of capture  The Kyiv Independent

Ukraine arrests air force officer for spying on Western-supplied fighter jets - ReutersUkraine arrests air force officer for spying on Western-supplied fighter jets  Reuters

Ready to act if Russia and Ukraine don’t strike peace deal by August 8: US tells UN Security Council - MintReady to act if Russia and Ukraine don’t strike peace deal by August 8: US tells UN Security Council  Mint

In 'first step,' Germany to send Ukraine 2 Patriot launchers 'in coming days' - The Kyiv IndependentIn 'first step,' Germany to send Ukraine 2 Patriot launchers 'in coming days'  The Kyiv Independent

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,242 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,242  Al Jazeera

Putin offers no hint of concessions as he says he wants ‘stable’ peace in Ukraine - theguardian.comPutin offers no hint of concessions as he says he wants ‘stable’ peace in Ukraine  theguardian.com

After Backlash, Ukraine Votes to Restore Watchdogs’ Powers - The New York TimesAfter Backlash, Ukraine Votes to Restore Watchdogs’ Powers  The New York Times

Ukraine’s Kamikaze Drone GOES BONKERS In Putin’s Backyard | Watch WILD Video Of UAV Crash In Russia - Times of IndiaUkraine’s Kamikaze Drone GOES BONKERS In Putin’s Backyard | Watch WILD Video Of UAV Crash In Russia  Times of India

Locusts spread in Ukraine’s south as war disrupts control measures - ReutersLocusts spread in Ukraine’s south as war disrupts control measures  Reuters

At least three killed in Ukrainian drone strikes in Russia - France 24At least three killed in Ukrainian drone strikes in Russia  France 24