newsmart – Ukraine War

kyivpost.com | 1 hrs. 58 min. ago

Russia Uses North Korean Forced Labor to Sustain War Against Ukraine, Investigation Finds

A new investigation by The Hague-based Global Rights Compliance (GRC) has exposed a Russian recruitment network that places North Korean workers in factories supporting Moscow’s war against Ukraine, circumventing UN sanctions through student visas. Investigators documented coercive working conditions, the involvement of North Korean officials and the diversion of workers’ earnings to Pyongyang.

The findings reveal how Russia’s war economy and North Korea’s weapons financing have become increasingly intertwined.

kyivindependent.com | 13 hrs. 35 min. ago

80% of Ukrainians back strikes on Russian refineries even if US cuts support, poll shows

Some 80% of respondents back the continued strikes, even if Washington restricts intelligence sharing or Starlink operations. Only 11% said Ukraine should pause the attacks, despite Russia's ongoing attacks on the Ukrainian energy grid, according to the survey.

aljazeera.com | 15 hrs. 31 min. ago

Kremlin says European countries not included in next Ukraine talks

The comment comes as UK and Netherlands pledge extra military support for Kyiv.

kyivindependent.com | 15 hrs. 44 min. ago

UK announces 'biggest ever' Ukraine support package of $13 billion in 2027

"Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine poses a serious threat to U.K. prosperity and security," reads a social media post from the U.K.'s finance ministry explaining the new support to Ukraine.

kyivindependent.com | 16 hrs. 25 min. ago

Tsikhanouskaya on how Russia’s closest ally is playing the US

The Kyiv Independent’s Tim Zadorozhnyy speaks with Tsikhanouskaya about Lukashenko’s support for Russia’s war, the risks of U.S. engagement with his regime, and how political prisoners have become bargaining chips in negotiations over sanctions.

kyivindependent.com | 18 hrs. 55 min. ago

Zelensky lands in Netherlands to discuss air defense, economic partnership

"We will discuss defense and economic cooperation, strengthening Ukrainian air defense, and new steps to support Ukraine," Zelensky said on X upon his arrival.

kyivindependent.com | 20 hrs. 57 min. ago

Nearly 50 companies involved in producing Russia's Starlink alternative, 23 not under international sanctions, HUR says

Rassvet's planned coverage is expected to focus primarily on Ukraine and Europe, HUR said, warning that the system could also support Russian hybrid operations against other countries.

kyivindependent.com | 21 hrs. 51 min. ago

Netherlands confirms $1.3 billion in non-military aid for Ukraine through 2029

"Support for recovery and reconstruction can't wait for a ceasefire. Ukraine needs our help right now: military support, but also social and economic assistance," Dutch Foreign Trade Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma said during his visit to Kyiv.

kyivpost.com | 1 days ago

Ukraine Holds Its Strongest Frontline Position in a Long Time, Zelensky Says

President Volodymyr Zelensky ranked Veles, an underground operation conducted by the National Guard’s Khartiia Corps near Kupiansk, among Ukraine’s three landmark operations this year. According to him, Ukraine’s frontline positions are currently the strongest they have been in a long time, noting that stronger air-defense support would bolster the country’s diplomatic position.

kyivpost.com | 1 days ago

Norwegian, Finnish Leaders Hold ‘Frank and Substantive’ Talks With Putin

Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre urged Vladimir Putin to end Russia’s war against Ukraine and resume negotiations. During a joint phone call, the leaders reaffirmed their support for Kyiv and stressed that the conflict’s outcome directly affects their countries and wider European security.

kyivpost.com | 1 days ago

What Israel’s Election Could Change for Ukraine and Relations With Russia

Israelis head to the polls focused on security, living costs, and domestic divisions. Opposition leader Yair Lapid has promised greater support for Ukraine, while Netanyahu’s government has pursued a cautious rapprochement. For Kyiv, the test will be whether those positions produce practical military cooperation.

euromaidanpress.com | 1 days ago

The Trump administration is backing Orbán, who blocked a €90 billion EU loan to Ukraine, for UN secretary-general and is counting on support from Moscow and Beijing, WSJ says

Orbán indicated that he was willing to consider the nomination but did not want to enter the race without being confident he could win, according to the WSJ’s editorial board.