Economy | 2025-05-08
Unpaid wages and cash shortages: Ukraine war's increasing economic cost on Russians
The accumulation of unpaid wages, combined with other pressures, could lead to more loan defaults and a lower standard of living for Russians, according to economists and researchers.
Society | 2025-05-08
Ukrainians slam Russia's invasion as 'continuation' of World War II
Kyiv will this year commemorate victory in World War II on May 8, the day it is marked in western Europe -- having in 2023 moved away from celebrations on May 9, the date that the Soviet Union and Russia have used.
Politics | 2025-05-07
EU proposes ending all Russian gas imports by 2027
The European Commission's two-step plan would put an end to new contracts and existing short-term spot contracts with Russian suppliers by the end of 2025, and all remaining imports would be banned by the end of 2027.
Human Rights | 2025-05-07
Hard road home: Teens defy occupation and family to choose Ukraine
Children who grew up under Russian authority in eastern Ukraine are now rejecting the Kremlin's narrative to embrace a Ukrainian future.
Human Rights | 2025-05-06
Ukrainians in Crimea refuse to disappear under Russian occupation
A Ukrainian movement in annexed Crimea reminds the Russian invaders that they are the foreigners there.
Society | 2025-05-06
Ukraine war forces rethink at Berlin's 'German-Russian' museum
As Germany marks 80 years since the end of World War II, one historic Berlin site is grappling with how to commemorate the Soviets' crucial role in defeating Nazism against the backdrop of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Security | 2025-05-05
Operation Highmast demonstrates allied naval reach beyond NATO waters
A major multinational naval exercise, Operation Highmast, demonstrates allied resolve to protect global maritime routes and extend influence into the India-Pacific region.
Human Rights | 2025-05-02
Kremlin doubles Youth Army budget to prepare new generation for war
A record increase in funding for the Youth Army movement shows Russia is raising a generation to be ready to kill or die when ordered.
Security | 2025-05-02
Russia possibly involved in North Korea's naval expansion, Seoul warns
Suspected Russian support may be behind North Korea's latest warship, South Korea says, as analysts scrutinize the vessel for clues.
Security | 2025-05-01
Ukraine deploys drones to patrol frontline cities
The drones have high-resolution video cameras to monitor threats and relay footage in real time, enabling faster analysis and quicker alerts to residents.
Crime & Justice | 2025-05-01
Kyrgyzstan faces Kremlin pressure after arresting suspected Russian war recruiters
The Kyrgyz State Committee for National Security has arrested a number of suspects accused of recruiting Kyrgyz men to fight for Russia in Ukraine.