From kyivindependent.com
Thousands of North Koreans taking construction jobs in Russia, media reports
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The move represents an apparent violation of U.N. resolutions prohibiting North Korea from sending its citizens to work overseas, which the Security Council passed after Pyongyang's intercontinental ballistic missile tests.
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23h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Russia massing troops for new assaults in Chasiv Yar, military warns
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"Now there is a period of accumulation and concentration (by Russia)... on the approaches to Chasiv Yar and regrouping in the town itself for further assault operations," a military spokesperson said.
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15h ago
From kyivindependent.com
US foreign aid freeze threatens Russian war crimes investigations in Ukraine, Reuters reports
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Funding for at least five of these projects has already been frozen, five sources told Reuters, citing payment disruptions. Those affected were working on issues ranging from preserving evidence from the battlefield to anti-corruption initiatives and reforming Ukraine's prosecution system.
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5h ago
From kyivindependent.com
'Negotiations are dictated on the battlefield' — Polish envoy on Russia-Ukraine war
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Editor’s note: The transcript of this interview has been edited for length and clarity. Poland holds a special position among Kyiv's partners — with a shared history of Russian oppression and conquest, its leaders have left no room for doubt that the full-scale invasion of Ukraine represented...
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9h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Ukraine approves high-speed Baton drones for battlefield deployment
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The Baton drones are designed to meet military requirements for simplicity and reliability in difficult battlefield conditions.
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13h ago
From kyivindependent.com
China's Xi to visit Moscow for Victory Day celebrations, Russian envoy says
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Chinese President Xi Jinping also invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to China to commemorate Japan's surrender and the conclusion of World War II, Russian Ambassador to Beijing Igor Morgulov said.
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19h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Drones reportedly target key Russian oil refinery in Krasnodar Krai
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The refinery, located roughly 200 kilometers (124 miles) from the front line, is a strategic logistics hub for diesel fuel and aviation kerosene used by Russian troops, Andrii Kovalenko, head of Ukraine's Center for Countering Disinformation, claimed.
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21h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Ukraine's stocks hit pre-war levels on the Warsaw Stock Exchange, Polish media reports
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WIG Ukraine, Ukrainian companies' stock price index on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (WSE), rose by almost 25% in a few days, reaching pre-war levels, Polish media outlet Puls Biznesu reported.
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9h ago
From kyivindependent.com
As US cuts Ukraine funding, EU's lending arm steps in with nearly 1 billion euros in investments
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The European Union's lending arm, the European Investment Bank (EIB), has signed agreements to mobilize close to 1 billion euros ($1.03 billion) in investments into Ukraine’s public and private sectors as the U.S. moves to cut funding to development projects in the country. U.S. President Donald
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10h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Ukraine to receive Patria 6x6 armored vehicles from Latvia this year
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The Patria 6x6 is a six-wheeled armored personnel carrier produced by the Finnish defense industry company Patria.
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12h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Illegal border crossing attempts in Ukraine have nearly halved since last summer, Border Guard says
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"If we compare January with July last year, we see a 45% decrease," State Border Guard spokesperson Andrii Demchenko said.
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16h ago
From kyivindependent.com
European Investment Bank head Calvino arrives in Kyiv
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The news comes as 19 EU member states have proposed expanding financing for arms production through the EIB on Jan 31.
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18h ago
From kyivindependent.com
2 killed, 16 injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine over past day
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Overnight, Russia launched 83 Shahed-type combat drones and decoy drones, the Air Force said.
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20h ago
From kyivindependent.com
'We need to recoup those costs' — Mike Waltz on future of US aid to Ukraine
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U.S. aid to Kyiv "is going to be a partnership with the Ukrainians in terms of their rare earths, their natural resources, and their oil and gas, and also buying ours," Trump's national security adviser said on Feb. 9.
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on Mon, 3AM
From kyivindependent.com
Russian court sentences soldier for killing 4 other servicemen, Mediazona reports
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Russian Corporal Nikita Posmetukhov was sentenced to life in prison on Feb. 10 by Russian authorities for shooting four other Russian soldiers in November 2023, Mediazona reported.
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3h ago
From kyivindependent.com
EU to review its foreign aid programs amid US decision to reform USAID
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The European Commission will update the provision of foreign aid and make it more "targeted for partners," Bloomberg reported, citing the draft document.
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5h ago
From news-cafe.eu
Anonymous: Trump is making America weaker and we’ll exploit it - News Cafe
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The international hacker community is preparing to strike against U.S. infrastructure and calls for public awareness against incoming fascism.
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13h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Romanian President Iohannis announces resignation to avert political crisis
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Far-right opposition parties submitted an initiative to the Romanian parliament to impeach the president, as Klaus Iohannis remained in office longer than the prescribed term after the results of the country's first round of presidential election had been annulled.
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15h ago
From kyivindependent.com
EU vows retaliatory measures as Trump set to announce 25% tariffs on steel, aluminum
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The European Commission criticized the decision as "unlawful and economically counterproductive," arguing that the deeply integrated supply chains between the EU and the U.S. would suffer under such restrictions.
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15h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Europe mulls large-scale seizures of Russia's 'shadow fleet' ships, Politico reports
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According to Politico, European countries are drafting new legislation that would enable potential seizures of Russian oil tankers on legal grounds.
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16h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Scholz, Merz agree on continued support for Ukraine ahead of German elections
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German Chancellor Olaf Schlolz and his main challenger in the upcoming elections, Friedrich Merz, agreed during a television debate on Feb. 9 that Berlin must continue supporting Ukraine and that Russia's war must end.
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17h ago
From kyivindependent.com
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Key developments on Feb. 10: * Russia massing troops for new assaults in Chasiv Yar, military warns * Drones reportedly target key Russian oil refinery in Krasnodar Krai * Trump claims 'progress' on ending Russia-Ukraine war, confirms contact with Putin * Ukraine approves high-speed Baton...
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5h ago
From kyivindependent.com
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The Ukrainian military's "special contracts" for recruited volunteers aged 18 to 24, who are exempt from mobilization, will reportedly include a number of benefits, including a Hr 1 million ($24,000) annual salary, 0% interest mortgage rates, as well free higher education, Ukrinform reported on Feb. 10.
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6h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Trump's team to visit Ukraine this week, Zelensky says
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"There will be some (high-profile) people from President Trump's team here in Ukraine this week, even before the Munich Security Conference," Volodymyr Zelensky said.
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8h ago
From kyivindependent.com
The Baltic Sea’s energy infrastructure is under attack. NATO must act
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The European Union and NATO must strengthen cooperation to protect critical energy infrastructure from attacks, which pose a growing threat to European stability. The Kremlin, with its history of weaponizing energy, remains a prime suspect. NATO must properly secure the Baltic Sea — the...
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11h ago
From ukrinform.net
Number of wounded in Donetsk region from massive February 9 attack rises to 17
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The number of people who were injured in Donetsk region as a result of a massive Russian strike on the territory of the region has increased to 17. — Ukrinform.
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12h ago
From ukrinform.net
Zelensky says members of Trump's team will visit Kyiv this week
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that members of U.S. President Donald Trump's team will visit Ukraine this week, before the start of the Munich Security Conference. — Ukrinform.
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6h ago
From ukrinform.net
U.S. funding freeze slows investigation into Russian war crimes against Ukraine – Reuters
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The Trump administration's freeze of foreign funding has begun impacting an international effort to hold Russia responsible for alleged war crimes in Ukraine. — Ukrinform.
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8h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Transnistria rejects EU aid offer under Moscow's pressure, Moldova's PM says
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Moldovan Prime Minister Dorin Recean said that Tiraspol rejected the EU's financial assistance allegedly due to conditions attached to the aid package. He attributed the decision to Russian influence.
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17h ago
From kyivindependent.com
EU should consider 'full trade embargo' on Russia, Estonian president says
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The EU "should boost independence even further and end all Russian energy imports," Karis said on Feb. 9. "We should even seriously consider a full trade embargo on Russia."
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on Mon, 2AM
From ukrinform.net
Ukraine in talks to return $39M seized in Switzerland – NABU Director
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Negotiations are underway with international partners to return USD 39 million seized in Switzerland to Ukraine. — Ukrinform.
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2h ago
From ukrinform.net
War in Ukraine to be top issue at Munich Security Conference – Rubio
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed his participation in the Munich Security Conference this week and said that the top issue for everyone, including the U.S. delegation, will be Russia's war in Ukraine. — Ukrinform.
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5h ago
From ukrinform.net
Zelensky: We are preparing for talks with Europeans, Americans to bring peace closer
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has emphasized the importance of working together with allies to achieve real peace and effective security guarantees. — Ukrinform.
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8h ago
From ukrinform.net
Austrian Parliament Speaker: No negotiations about Ukraine without Ukraine
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President of Austria’s National Council, Walter Rosenkranz, reiterated Austria’s steadfast support for Ukraine, condemned Russia’s war, and stated that no negotiations to end the war can take place without Ukraine’s participation. — Ukrinform.
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9h ago
From ukrinform.net
Ukrainian forces repel 741 Russian attacks over past week – Syrskyi
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Starting February 4 to 10, the Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully repelled 741 attacks by Russian invaders. — Ukrinform.
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9h ago
From ukrinform.net
EIB to mobilize up to EUR 1B in investments for Ukraine
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The European Investment Bank (EIB) will mobilize up to €1 billion in investments for Ukraine to help restore critical infrastructure and support businesses. — Ukrinform.
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9h ago
From ukrinform.net
Shmyhal, Tusk discuss defense cooperation, logistics acceleration
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Ukrainian and Polish Prime Ministers, Denys Shmyhal and Donald Tusk, had a conversation during which they discussed cooperation between the two countries in the defense sector and the acceleration of logistics. — Ukrinform.
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9h ago
From ukrinform.net
Ukraine and EIB sign agreements worth over EUR 100M to restore energy and critical infrastructure
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Ukraine and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have signed agreements that provide for the allocation of EUR 16.5 million from the EIB to restore critical infrastructure and implement energy efficiency, as well as EUR 100 million to restore water, heat, and sewage facilities. — Ukrinform.
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12h ago
From pravda.com.ua
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Lieutenant General Serhii Naiev, former Commander of the Joint Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, believes that in order to prevent Russian troops breaking through the border from the temporarily occupied Crimea in 2022 legal decisions authorising the deployment of the Armed Forces and the...
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12h ago