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Ukraine's Global Voice since 1995. The first and oldest English-language newspaper about Ukraine. Zhylianska,68 , Kyiv, Ukraine, 01033 044 591 33 44 news@kyivpost.com Online media registration number: R40-05383

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Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 2h

Ukraine is planning its fourth phase of Operation Vivaldi, Zelensky said. According to the president, the offensive has retaken 176 square kilometers, inflicted over 5,000 Russian casualties, and stopped Russia’s push toward the rear of Sloviansk and Kramatorsk. www.kyivpost.com/post/85781

Ukraine Plans 4th Phase of Operation Vivaldi After Retaking 176 Square Km, Inflicting 5,000 Russian Losses

Around 250 Russian soldiers have been captured during the operation, which President Volodymyr Zelensky said thwarted a push toward Sloviansk and Kramatorsk.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 3h

The Pentagon has obligated 99.8% of the $400 million Congress approved for Ukraine, US Senator Chris Coons said on Tuesday, Sept. 29, a day before the funds were set to expire. The package reportedly includes no Patriot interceptors, which Kyiv urgently needs. www.kyivpost.com/post/85783

Pentagon Commits 99.8% of $400M Ukraine Aid 1 Day Before Deadline, With No Patriot Missiles Included

Senator Chris Coons criticized the Pentagon for waiting until the last day, saying the department does not brief lawmakers on time or follow the law.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 5h

ANALYSIS: Despite deliberate Russian strikes on data centers, Ukraine’s internet network remains resilient. Deep decentralization, National Roaming, and fast backups ensure taking down connectivity is virtually impossible. www.kyivpost.com/post/85775

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 6h

Ukrainian troops from the 20th K-2 Drone Brigade risked enemy fire to deliver humanitarian aid to elderly residents in frontline Lyman. Officials emphasized Kyiv's commitment to supporting citizens as Moscow demands the entire Donbas. www.kyivpost.com/post/85779

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 6h

President Zelensky visited the 3rd Army Corps command post conducting Operation Vivaldi in Donetsk region. The offensive has reclaimed 176 sq km, disrupted Russian encirclement plans, and eliminated over 5,000 enemy troops, taking 250 POWs. Video: Volodymyr Zelensky/Telegram

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 6h

Ukraine is in talks to buy hundreds of thousands of 20mm cannon rounds for its F-16s to shoot down Russian jet-powered attack drones. F-16 Vulcan cannons offer an accessible alternative to scarce guided air-to-air missiles. www.kyivpost.com/post/85776

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 7h

President Zelensky visited frontline troops in the Lyman sector, meeting commanders of the 66th Mechanized Brigade. Talks focused on long-range artillery, drone systems, and gains from Operation Vivaldi, which reclaimed over 125 sq km. www.kyivpost.com/post/85773

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 7h

US envoy John Coale proposed easing sanctions on Moscow in exchange for political prisoner releases. The Kremlin denied the initiative, while critics warn restoring trade ties would fund Russia’s war machine. www.kyivpost.com/post/85765

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 8h

Russia is seeking to cripple Kyiv before winter through coordinated air strikes, sabotage and disinformation designed to turn daily disruption into political unrest. The campaign is expected to peak in November, The Economist reported, citing senior Ukrainian officials. www.kyivpost.com/post/85766

Putin Wants Kyiv Afraid to Go Shopping: Russia’s Pre-Winter Campaign to Cripple the Capital

Ukrainian officials warn of a campaign combining missile and drone strikes, sabotage and disinformation, with attacks expected to peak in November.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 8h

CIA Director John Ratcliffe reportedly warned the Kremlin during an August visit to Moscow that Russia could face a Soviet-style collapse if it continues its war in Ukraine, a German outlet reported, citing a senior diplomat. www.kyivpost.com/post/85769

CIA's Ratcliffe Reportedly Warned Kremlin of Soviet-Style Collapse in Moscow Visit

Previous reports suggested the CIA director may have warned Moscow against aiding Iran, sought to prevent escalation – or briefed Putin on the US assessment of the war.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 9h

A petition calling on Zelensky to hold an open press conference with independent media has secured the required 25,000 signatures. The petition names Ukrainian and international outlets and calls for journalists to be allowed to ask questions WITHOUT prior approval. www.kyivpost.com/post/85770

Petition Calling for Zelensky Press Conference With Independent Media Reaches 25,000 Signatures

The petition calls for journalists to be allowed to ask questions “without prior agreement of their content.”

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 9h

Russia is preparing propaganda videos of “happy, well-fed” civilians in occupied Oleshky, in Kherson region — while residents face hunger and cannot leave. Ukraine has air-dropped four tonnes of food, but says Russian forces continue to block aid and evacuation. www.kyivpost.com/post/85757

Russia Plans ‘Happy, Well-Fed’ Videos as 2,000 Civilians Remain Trapped in Occupied Oleshky

Ukraine says thousands of civilians remain trapped in occupied Oleshky as Russian forces block aid and target drones delivering food across the Dnipro.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 9h

Ukraine’s drone strikes are hitting Russian travelers in the pocket. Russian airlines carried 7% fewer passengers this summer as repeated airport disruptions cut traffic from 42.6 million to 39.5 million people. www.kyivpost.com/post/85763

Russian Airlines See 7% Drop in Passengers Amid Airport Disruptions From Ukrainian Drone Attacks

Russian airports have faced frequent temporary closures and flight restrictions amid Ukrainian drone attacks, affecting airports in Moscow and other regions.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 10h

Russia’s warning that it could use its “entire arsenal” if NATO isolates Kaliningrad is part of a broader campaign of nuclear signaling, and hybrid pressure. Moscow is trying to raise the political cost of NATO deterrence and weaken Western support for Ukraine. www.kyivpost.com/post/85697

Why Moscow Is Raising the Nuclear Stakes Over Kaliningrad

Moscow threatened its “entire arsenal” over Kaliningrad as NATO condemned the nuclear rhetoric and vowed continued support for Ukraine.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 10h

A flydubai flight from Dubai to Israel diverted to Saudi Arabia after its pilots reportedly got into a physical fight and transmitted emergency signals. The aircraft landed safely in Tabuk, while Israeli officials said the incident was not believed to be a hijacking. www.kyivpost.com/post/85719

Flydubai Flight Diverts to Saudi Arabia After Cockpit Violence, Hijack Alert

Flydubai Flight FZ1073 was flying over Jordanian airspace toward Israel when it turned toward Saudi Arabia.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 11h

Russia has warned NATO it could resort to nuclear weapons if the alliance attempted to cut off Kaliningrad, its Baltic exclave, Reuters reported. Moscow accused NATO of pursuing a “dangerous and reckless course” that could trigger a direct armed conflict.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 12h

Ahead of Latvia’s Oct. 3 election, Russian-speaking residents in the eastern Latgale region say Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine has reshaped their identity and deepened fears of Kremlin influence. www.kyivpost.com/post/85698

Latvia’s Russian Speakers Turn Away From Putin’s ‘Russian World’

In Latvia’s Russian-speaking east, many residents say Moscow’s war against Ukraine has strengthened their identification with Latvia.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 12h

Russia is expanding the Tsymbulova drone base in Oryol as it increases the use of jet-powered UAVs against Kyiv. Ukraine’s Air Force reported 3,177 such drones launched in September and said F-16 pilots have downed more than 3,150 aerial targets. www.kyivpost.com/post/85713

Russia Expands Drone Base as Kyiv Faces Surge in Jet-Powered UAV Attacks, Air Force Says

Satellite imagery shows new shelters, launchers and underground structures at the Oryol base as Russia ramps up jet-powered drone attacks.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 12h

After a grueling night responding to Russia’s attack on Kyiv, municipal workers stopped at a local café — where they were offered free drinks as a small thank-you for their work. A simple gesture for the crews who spent the night restoring the city after the strikes.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 13h

Russia continued striking Kyiv in daylight after its overnight ballistic attack, killing a Kyivteploenergo driver and injuring another person. Debris was also found on the grounds of an embassy in central Kyiv, officials said. www.kyivpost.com/post/85728

Russia Keeps Pounding Kyiv in Daytime After Overnight Ballistic Strike – Supermarket Hit, Debris Found on Embassy Grounds

DTEK says 8,000 Kyiv households regained power after damage to energy infrastructure in the overnight attack.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 13h

A drone crashed and exploded in Moldova during Russia’s large-scale overnight attack on Ukraine, authorities said. Moldova’s Defense Ministry said the drone crossed into its airspace. No casualties were reported. Read more on our website. www.kyivpost.com/post/85726

Drone Breaches Moldova’s Airspace, Explodes During Russian Assault on Ukraine

The drone breached Moldovan airspace and detonated outside a village as Russian missiles and drones struck Kyiv.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 13h

The death toll from Russia’s latest attack on Kyiv has risen to three, with six others injured. The capital has spent more than 11 hours under air raid alert as the Russian assault continues. Photo: National Police

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 14h

BREAKING: A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Israel diverted to Saudi Arabia after its pilots got into a physical fight and transmitted emergency signals. The aircraft landed safely in Tabuk, while Israeli officials said the incident was not believed to be a hijacking. www.kyivpost.com/post/85719

Israel-Bound Flydubai Flight Diverts to Saudi Arabia After Pilots Fight

Flydubai Flight FZ1073 was flying over Jordanian airspace toward Israel when it turned toward Saudi Arabia.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 15h

President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine expects fresh EU budget support as Kyiv sets October long-range tasks and advances new defenses against jet-powered Shaheds. www.kyivpost.com/post/85699

Zelensky Says More EU Funding Is Coming From Brussels

Kyiv awaits another EU budget tranche after receiving €3.3 billion for weapons, while locking in October defense and long-range priorities.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 17h

A child is among those killed as Russia launches a massive combined missile-and-drone attack on Kyiv and the surrounding region. Several others have been injured. Rescue operations are ongoing. www.kyivpost.com/post/85695

Child Killed as Massive Russian Barrage Pounds Kyiv and Region

Multiple waves of Russian missiles and drones struck Kyiv and surrounding districts, killing a child and igniting fires at numerous impact sites.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 29/09/2026

Zelensky said Ukrainian authorities had approved long-range operations for October and determined delivery routes for F-16 supplies. Kyiv is negotiating aviation packages with several partners, and has identified prototypes of a system to counter jet-powered drones. www.kyivpost.com/post/85689

Zelensky Approves October Long-Range Operations as Ukraine Downs Just 57% of Jet-Powered Shaheds

Ukraine has identified the first prototypes of a system to counter jet-powered Shahed drones, President Volodymyr Zelensky said after meeting defense officials.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 29/09/2026

Russia struck a school in central Sumy during classes with guided aerial bombs, killing two people and injuring at least six, including three children. Zelensky urged Ukraine’s partners to respond with real pressure on Russia, not just words. www.kyivpost.com/post/85684

Russia Drops 4 Guided Bombs on Sumy, Hitting School Mid-Class: 2 Killed, 6 Hurt, Including 3 Children

A total of 100 civilians were evacuated in time as four guided aerial bombs (KABs) struck central Sumy.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 29/09/2026

Ukrainian troops have used a domestically developed amphibious UGV for the first time in a logistics mission, covering more than 40 kilometers (25 miles) across land and water. www.kyivpost.com/post/85670

Ukraine’s New Amphibious Robot Carries Ammo 40+ km Across Land and Water

The domestically developed UGV carried ammunition and supplies across land and water, overcoming terrain that can halt conventional ground robots.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 29/09/2026

NATO has the tools to respond to Russian hybrid attacks, but its response will not always be public, symmetrical or “tit-for-tat,” Secretary General Rutte said. “You will not always see them public. They will not always be symmetric. It will not always be tit-for-tat.” www.kyivpost.com/post/85676

NATO Chief Says Response to Russian Hybrid Attacks Won’t Always Be ‘Tit-for-Tat’

The NATO chief’s statement follows his loose definition of what could trigger Article 5, amid heightened warnings that Russia might stage limited armed confrontations in Europe.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 29/09/2026

French President Macron condemned Monday’s strike on Ukraine’s National Academy of Sciences, saying France and Europe would continue to support Ukraine. Two people were killed in the attack on the academy building, while strikes across Kyiv left dozens injured. www.kyivpost.com/post/85644

Macron Says Strike on Kyiv Science Academy Exposes Russia’s ‘Barbarity’

A daytime Russian drone strike on Kyiv’s National Academy of Sciences killed two people. Macron called the attack a sign of the Kremlin’s contempt for “science and truth.”

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 29/09/2026

Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation announced in June that construction is underway on the first flying prototype of the Su-75 Checkmate – Moscow’s answer to the Lockheed Martin F-35. www.kyivpost.com/post/85650

Five Years After Its Unveiling, Russia’s Su-75 Checkmate Is Still Waiting to Fly

Five years after its unveiling, Russia says the first flyable prototype of the Su-75 Checkmate is finally under construction. While marketed as a low-cost alternative to the US F-35, the aircraft has ...

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 29/09/2026

Russia has rejected all proposals to revive a Black Sea grain deal, Ukraine’s agriculture minister says, warning that exports could remain severely disrupted for months. www.kyivpost.com/post/85642

Russia Rejects Black Sea Grain Truce as Ukraine Warns Exports Could Stay Critical for Months

Countries that have tried to mediate between Kyiv and Moscow informed Ukraine that the Kremlin had rejected the options discussed.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 29/09/2026

ANALYSIS: Ukrainian intelligence reveals that Russia supplied satellite surveillance supporting Iranian targeting of US and Gulf military facilities. www.kyivpost.com/analysis/85610

Kyiv Intelligence Exposes Russia-Iran Satellite Link Targeting US Forces

Kyiv says Russian satellites tracked US and Gulf military sites before and after Iranian strikes, deepening concerns over Moscow-Tehran intelligence ties.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 29/09/2026

Amnesty says Malian forces and Russia’s Wagner mercenaries committed war crimes against civilians, documenting at least 34 unlawful killings, drone strikes that killed 23 people — including children — and torture at military bases. www.kyivpost.com/post/85615

Amnesty Says Mali Forces, Wagner Committed War Crimes Against Civilians

Amnesty says Malian forces and Wagner killed and tortured civilians during joint operations, documenting at least 34 unlawful deaths.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 29/09/2026

Russia plans to spend a record 17.1 trillion rubles, around $220 billion, on defence in 2027, swallowing up 35% of all state spending. With oil revenues falling and the budget deficit widening, Moscow will lean on tax hikes and borrowing to keep funding its war machine. www.kyivpost.com/post/85620

Russia Plans Record 17.1 Trillion-Ruble Defense Budget as War Bill Nears $900 Billion

Moscow will raise taxes and borrowing to fund the military, while defense spending is set to consume 35% of Russia’s total budget in 2027.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 29/09/2026

Eight people were injured in Russian attacks across the Odesa region, which damaged homes, a school, an animal shelter and other facilities. Separate strikes on infrastructure in Odesa destroyed three trucks and damaged eight more. www.kyivpost.com/post/85623

Russian Attacks on Odesa Region Injure 8, Damage School, Homes and Animal Shelter Overnight

Three trucks were destroyed and eight others damaged in a separate overnight attack on infrastructure in Odesa city.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 29/09/2026

Putin signed a decree restricting access to data on Russia’s oil exports, buyers, routes and refinery output. The move could hinder Western efforts to monitor energy flows and sanctions evasion as Ukrainian strikes have disrupted 45% of Russia’s refining capacity. www.kyivpost.com/post/85619

Putin Tightens Secrecy Around Russia’s Oil Flows as Ukraine Strikes 45% of Refining Capacity

The move could make it harder to track Russian oil sales and detect sanctions evasion as Ukrainian strikes disrupt the country’s refining sector.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 29/09/2026

Russia launched another ballistic missile attack on Kyiv early Tuesday, hours after strikes across the capital killed two people and injured 26 others. www.kyivpost.com/post/85606

Kyiv Hit Again by Ballistic Missiles After Deadly Day of Russian Strikes

Russia launched fresh ballistic missiles at Kyiv hours after Monday’s attacks killed two people and injured 26, including three children.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 28/09/2026

A Russian jet-powered Shahed drone struck a residential building in Odesa on Monday, injuring four people and destroying an apartment on the 12th floor. Two victims were hospitalized, while a 17-year-old and an 18-year-old received treatment at the scene. www.kyivpost.com/post/85593

Russian Drone Destroys Odesa High-Rise Apartment, Injures 4, Including 2 Teenagers

Two people were hospitalized, while a 17-year-old and an 18-year-old were treated at the scene after the Russian drone attack.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 28/09/2026

72% of Ukrainians believe President Volodymyr Zelensky bears personal responsibility for corruption involving his associates, September survey by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) found. www.kyivpost.com/post/85587

72% of Ukrainians Hold Zelensky Responsible for Associates’ Corruption, Poll Finds

The pollster says respondents likely meant political responsibility, rather than accusing the president of taking part in corrupt acts.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 28/09/2026

While Russia continues attacking central Kyiv, Putin’s spokesman Peskov says Ukraine will “pay a price” for unspecified actions. “Ukraine will have to pay a price for the actions that have taken place in recent months.” www.kyivpost.com/post/85584

Russia Threatens Ukraine to 'Pay the Price' as Drones Rain Down on Civilian Infrastructure

Putin’s spokesperson said the military is choosing targets “they consider appropriate” as the persistent drone strikes also hit a university in central Kyiv.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 28/09/2026

A Russian drone struck the National Academy of Sciences building in central Kyiv, sparking a fire and killing people, Ukrainian officials said. Rescuers searched the building as Zelensky condemned the attack and vowed Russia would face consequences. www.kyivpost.com/post/85563

Russian Drone Hits Kyiv Academy of Sciences, Kills Woman as Zelensky Vows Response to Attac

Rescuers searched the burning building for survivors as Zelensky vowed Russia would face consequences for the attack and other strikes across Ukraine.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 28/09/2026

BREAKING: At least one civilian has been killed after a Russian strike hit a building of Ukraine’s National Academy of Sciences in central Kyiv, local media report. People are jumping from windows to escape the flames. Rescue efforts are underway. Photo: Radio Liberty

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 28/09/2026

Russia is willing to consider Turkey transferring its Russian-made S-400 air defense systems, but only if Ankara guarantees they will not end up in Ukraine, Lavrov said. Turkey has been looking to offload the systems amid US restrictions on its F-35 program. www.kyivpost.com/post/85557

Moscow Demands Assurances Turkish S-400s Stay Out of Ukraine

Sergey Lavrov said Russia was prepared to allow Turkey to transfer its S-400 air defense systems to a third country if Ankara can guarantee they won’t go to Ukraine.

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 28/09/2026

How much pressure can Russia withstand as the war increasingly reaches its own territory? Irish journalist Caolan Robertson Jason Smart unpack the impact of Ukrainian long-range strikes, mounting fuel and labor problems, and the strain on Russia’s social contract. youtu.be/_gTxfGvlWEA?...

Russia Is Breaking in Ways Moscow Can’t Hide Anymore

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Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 28/09/2026

BREAKING: A Russian strike has hit a building of Ukraine’s National Academy of Sciences in central Kyiv, local media report. People are reportedly trapped inside as others jump from windows to escape the flames. Emergency crews are racing to the scene. Video: Telegram channels

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 28/09/2026

After meeting Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov for the first time since January 2022, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said Moscow showed NO willingness to hold serious talks to end the war in Ukraine. www.kyivpost.com/post/85550

Germany Says Russia Is Not Ready for Talks to End Ukraine War After Lavrov-Wadephul Meeting

Wadephul said he had sought to discuss de-escalation with Lavrov, particularly regarding Russia’s war against Ukraine, but that his proposals had not yet “found open ears.”

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 28/09/2026

After meeting Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov for the first time since January 2022, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said Moscow showed NO willingness to hold serious talks to end the war in Ukraine. www.kyivpost.com/post/85550

Germany Says Russia Is Not Ready for Talks to End Ukraine War After Lavrov-Wadephul Meeting

Wadephul said he had sought to discuss de-escalation with Lavrov, particularly regarding Russia’s war against Ukraine, but that his proposals had not yet “found open ears.”

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 28/09/2026

Russian forces struck a business center in Dnipro, sparking a fire and injuring people, local media reported. Emergency crews are working at the scene. Video: Dnipropetrovsk Regional Administration

Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 28/09/2026

South Korea has demanded an explanation and apology from Ukraine over Kyiv’s disclosure of the transfer of two captured North Korean soldiers to Seoul, accusing Ukraine of violating a confidentiality agreement and later denying it existed. www.kyivpost.com/post/85536

South Korea Demands Apology From Ukraine Over Disclosure of North Korean POW Transfer

Seoul said it was reviewing additional measures over the dispute if necessary, adding that Ukraine’s denial of the confidentiality arrangement had seriously damaged trust between the two governments.