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Night of Russian Terror in Kyiv: Debris, Fires, and Damage in Nearly Every District
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A massive combined overnight attack on Kyiv caused widespread destruction across nearly every district, with debris igniting fires, damaging residential buildings, schools, medical facilities, and private homes.
Ukraine
Mindich Case: How Corrupt Power Brokers Tried to Capture Ukraine’s New Government and Reshuffle Key Ministries
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Following the latest updates on Mindich case hearing from the High Anti-Corruption Court of Ukraine, two corrupt associates of traitor Derkach discuss reshuffling ministries in the new Sviridenko government, plotting appointments, mergers, and even suggesting Galushchenko as U.
Ukraine
High Anti-Corruption Court detains back-office employee over massive money laundering scheme
November 12, 2025
Lesya Ustymenko, a back-office employee, was arrested with 25 million hryvnias bail. She allegedly laundered over 145 million through cryptocurrency and cash schemes.
Ukraine
Mindich Case: High Anti-Corruption Court Detains Suspect Myronyuk, Russian Senator Derkach Representative
November 12, 2025
Investigative Judge Viktor Nohachevskyi of the High Anti-Corruption Court partially granted the motion of the detective and ordered pre-trial detention for Ihor “Roket” Myronyuk, former advisor to Energy Minister Halushchenko, in connection with the Mindich case.
Ukraine
President’s Friends Shefir and Mindich Ready to “Chip In” for Chernyshov’s Bail
November 12, 2025
The High Anti-Corruption Court continues to consider the motion to determine the preventive measure for former Energy Ministry adviser Halushchenko’s associate, Ihor “Rocket” Myroniuk.
War
Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of November 12, 2025
November 12, 2025
Russia – Ukraine war updates latest from the General Staff of Ukraine as of November 12, 2025.
Ukraine
NABU Confirms Investigator Ruslan Magamedrasulov Documented Mindich and Other Figures in Operation “Midas”
November 12, 2025
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) has officially confirmed that Ruslan Magamedrasulov was directly involved in documenting Timur Mindich and other key suspects in the high-profile Operation “Midas.
Politics
No Money for Teachers: Government Delays Promised Salary Increase Until Autumn
November 12, 2025
The government confirmed teachers won’t receive the full 50% raise in January. Funding shortages push a smaller increase now, with possible adjustments in September.
Ukraine
Operation Midas: NABU Identifies the Head of Energy Sector Corruption Scheme Timur Mindich
November 11, 2025
During a special operation codenamed “Midas,” detectives from the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) have identified the leader of a large-scale criminal organization – Timur Mindich – a figure known as “Karlson”.
Ukraine
NABU Investigator Ruslan Magamedrasulov Collected Evidence in Energy Corruption Case
November 10, 2025
Ruslan Magamedrasulov, a NABU investigator detained by the SBU in July, gathered evidence in a high-profile corruption case in Ukraine’s energy sector, sources at the Anti-Corruption Bureau.
Ukraine
Total Shock in Ukraine’s Energy Sector: NABU Raids Adviser to Energy Minister Linked to Pro-Russian Traitor Derkach
November 10, 2025
NABU is conducting searches at the home and office of Ihor Myroniuk, a former adviser to Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko and pro-Russian traitor Andrii Derkach.
Ukraine
NABU and SAP Conduct Large-Scale Operation to Expose Corruption in Ukraine’s Energy Sector
November 10, 2025
NABU and SAP after 15 months of investigation and over 1,000 hours of audio recordings, anti-corruption detectives have uncovered the operations of a high-level criminal organization.
Ukraine
NABU Raids Kyiv’s Home of Timur Mindich, Business Partner of President Zelenskyy
November 10, 2025
Detectives from the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) conducted searches at the home of businessman and co-owner of the “Kvartal 95” studio, Timur Mindich — a close associate of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy — on the morning of November 10, according to sources of Ukrainska Pravda.
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Projects
A Journey of Loss and Hope: How UAid Direct Brings Light to War-Torn Ukraine
November 3, 2025
American – Ukrainian singer Kelsie Kimberlin traveled across Ukraine to honor her fallen cousin, who had died on the front line fighting in February 2024.
Projects
Fundraising Campaign Launched to Support Young Athletes of Ukraine’s Service Members
October 16, 2025
Ukrainian karateka Maria Hnes leads a campaign raising scholarships for young athletes whose parents serve in the Ukrainian Armed Forces, helping them continue sports despite war.
Projects
American Journalist Zarina Zabrisky Turns Film Donations Into Lifeline for Evacuated Kherson Residents
August 26, 2025
American journalist Zarina Zabrisky turned donations from viewers of her film “Kherson: Human Safari” into real aid for the residents of Kherson who were left homeless.
Politics
Politics
Zelenskyy Imposes Sanctions on Mindich and Tsukerman
November 13, 2025
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has enacted a decision of the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) to impose sanctions on businessman and co-owner of the “Kvartal-95” studio Timur Mindich and his associate, businessman Oleksandr Tsukerman.
Politics
NABU detectives meet new FBI agent in Mindich-Halushchenko case
November 12, 2025
NABU detectives met a new FBI officer in Kyiv as part of ongoing cooperation under an interagency memorandum, focusing on the high-profile Mindich-Halushchenko corruption case.
Politics
Sanctions Will Be Imposed Against Mindich
November 12, 2025
The Ukrainian government moved against corruption in Energoatom: Mindich and associates face sanctions, Basov jailed, Halushchenko suspended, and supervisory board members resigned or were dismissed.
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Here’s Who’s Behind FirePoint. Connection With Yermak Confirmed. Parted Ways With Mindich
FirePoint, a major drone manufacturer, is linked to Timur Mindich and Andriy Yermak, with Ihor Khmelyov involved, raising questions about connections and business influence.
November 13, 2025
Analytics
How President Zelenskyy’s Friends Plundered the Country During the War
NABU and SAPO raided Timur Mindich’s Kyiv apartments, uncovering surveillance devices and links to corruption.
November 13, 2025
Analytics
Where Did Mindich’s Cash Come From? Marked Dollars From Atlanta and Kansas Point to One Bank
NABU found millions in U.
November 13, 2025
Analytics
From Kolomoiskyy to Zelenskyy: The Evolution Of Organized Crime In Ukraine
Arresting the old boss failed; the Dnipro clan adapted, using financial schemes, media influence, and charities, while Zelenskyy emerged as the top figure in state capture.
November 11, 2025
Analytics
Mechanisms of Presidential Corruption: How Trusted Allies Manage Cash and Influence Networks
An analytical overview of how presidential allies execute corruption, manage large cash reserves, and operate through a complex network of officials, offshore schemes, and loyal intermediaries.
November 10, 2025
Analytics
Ukrainian Children Were Tortured And Forced To Tell A Story That Never Happened
Three Ukrainian children were taken to Russia and are being tried for “Terrorism and Sabotage” after being abducted from occupied Melitopol, tortured, and forced to confess.
November 10, 2025
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Interview
Yuriy Kasyanov Exposes War Corruption and Calls on Ukrainians to Stand Together
Ukrainian commander Yuri Kasyanov reveals corruption in the war, exposing profiteers exploiting volunteers while threatening him and his family, and calls for public support.
October 20, 2025
Interview
Kasyanov: I’m Not a Politician – I’m an Engineer Who Won’t Stay Silent About Corruption in Wartime Ukraine
Yuriy Kasyanov, a defiant engineer-soldier exposes corruption, political revenge, and manipulation in Ukraine’s defense industry after his combat unit was destroyed.
October 19, 2025
Interview
Who has seen “Flamingo”? And what does Mindich have to do with it?
NABU probes Fire Point over alleged drone overpricing and Zelenskyy ties as questions grow about Mindich links and “Flamingo” missiles. Kasyanov versus Zelensky and Fire Point.
October 15, 2025
Interview
Discredit and Disorder: General Kryvonos Accuses Kyiv of Betraying the Military
General Serhii Kryvonos warns that disbanding the Dnipro group could cost Ukraine vast territory, accusing the Ukrainian government of purging honest officers and waging a smear campaign against soldiers.
October 15, 2025
Investigation
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Investigation
Who’s the Stupid B*stard? And Mindich’s Mansions Built on Energy Kickbacks
Wiretaps from NABU and SAPO reveal Timur Mindich, aka “Carlson,” discussing the freezing of a massive Kozyn construction project funded with hundreds of thousands from an Energoatom kickback scheme. The recordings link former Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Chernyshov, nicknamed “Che Guevara,” to the luxury mansions, showing close ties between Mindich, Chernyshov, and the President’s Office. While the Chernyshov case seemed […]
November 12, 2025
Investigation
How Mindich Could Have Been Saved from Arrest
On November 10, NABU searched the home of businessman and presidential ally Tymur Mindich, who had already left Ukraine. Ukrainska Pravda’s reporters documented secret meetings between SAPO’s first deputy, Andriy Synyuk, and a lawyer connected to Mindich, raising questions about possible leaks of sensitive criminal cases.
November 12, 2025
Investigation
Operation Midas: Inside the $100 Million Energoatom Corruption Network Tied to Zelenskyy’s Inner Circle
A massive NABU investigation has exposed a deep-rooted corruption scheme inside Ukraine’s state nuclear company Energoatom. Codenamed Operation “Midas”, the probe reveals how powerful insiders ran kickback schemes, laundered millions through global channels, and manipulated wartime contracts for profit.
November 11, 2025
Investigation
Details of Corruption in the Energy Sector That the President’s Office Knew About and Tolerated
Herman Halushchenko orchestrated a massive corruption scheme through Energoatom, manipulating both Parliament and the government. The “Shlagbaum” moratorium scheme allowed the company to avoid enforcement actions, forcing contractors to pay 10–15% kickbacks or face blocked payments. Despite legal violations, the scheme persisted under the influence of the Ministry of Energy and the President’s Office. Key figures included Mindich, Kotin, Kharmut, […]
November 11, 2025
Investigation
Kolomoiskyy Visits Zelenskyy. Mindich Is Sent for Coffee. The Story of the President’s Friend’s Influence
Timur Mindich, a businessman and co-owner of the Kvartal 95, has rapidly expanded his influence across Ukraine’s political and economic spheres. From controlling energy enterprises like Energoatom and Centrenergo, to banking influence over Sensbank, and stakes in film and amber businesses, Mindich’s network reaches deeply into state structures.
November 10, 2025
Business
PrivatBank Wins $3 Billion Lawsuit Against Former Owners Kolomoyskyi and Bogolyubov
November 10, 2025
The UK High Court ordered Kolomoiskyy and Bogolyubov to pay PrivatBank over $3 billion in compensation and legal fees.
Business
Russia’s Maritime Crude Exports Keep Rising Despite Sanctions and War
November 2, 2025
Russia’s maritime crude oil exports are not decreasing – they are rising. In September 2025, exports grew by 1 million tons, mostly from Black Sea ports.
Business
Russia Destroys One-Fifth of Ukraine’s Monthly Medicine Supply
October 29, 2025
Russian forces destroyed Optima-Pharm’s central warehouse, wiping out 20% of Ukraine’s monthly medicine supply, causing temporary shortages but regional warehouses can stabilize deliveries.
Business
Ukrainian MP Caught Laundering ₴9 Million
October 20, 2025
Ukrainian MP embezzled over 9 million hryvnias from a private company, laundered the money through a relative’s law firm, and used it to buy luxury cars.
Business
NABU Case Against Archer Is Market Cleanup, Says Company Head Yaremenko
September 16, 2025
The NABU case against Archer is a cleanup of the Ukrainian market from a leading Ukrainian manufacturer, – company head Yaremenko.
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History
History
Ukraine Marks the Day of Liberation from Nazi Occupiers
Germany finally left Ukraine in late November 28, 1944. Ukraine’s seven million soldiers, industry, and strategic territory were crucial for the anti-Nazi coalition’s ultimate victory.
October 28, 2025
History
The Enduring Presence of Trypillian Genes in Ukrainians and Why This Shapes Our History
A complex DNA test reveals Trypillian genes still present in Ukrainians today – a powerful link connecting modern identity with ancient heritage and national history
October 2, 2025
History
Was Alaska traded for Eastern Europe? Russia’s wartime deal and ambitions – then and now
Why did Russia sell Alaska?
August 9, 2025
History
Constitution Day of Ukraine: history of the holiday and interesting facts
The history of Ukraine’s fundamental law dates back to the Cossack era.
June 28, 2025
Events
Unique engraving dedicated to Ivan Mazepa can be seen in Kyiv
In Kyiv, you can see a unique engraving dedicated to Ivan Mazepa, created in 1705.
June 8, 2025
History
Why was Ukraine’s statehood erased from memory?
In the 9th–10th centuries, Kyiv became the capital of a powerful state — Rus.
June 3, 2025
Technology
Technology
Ukrainian cyber specialists attacked Russian Railways services
Cyber specialists from Ukraine’s Intelligence Directorate (HUR) attacked Russian Railways’ online system.
June 8, 2025
Technology
A Ukrainian emigrant is the founder of the popular mobile application WhatsApp
This is about Jan Koum, an ordinary guy from the Kyiv region who managed to live out his “American dream” and create an app used by hundreds of millions of people around the world.
May 16, 2025
Technology
The Main Intelligence Directorate has revealed the new Magura V7 drone, which shot down russian Su-30
Military intelligence has presented a series of Magura drones that have been hitting Russian ships.
May 15, 2025
Technology
Ukrainian scientists develop innovative artificial intelligence for domestic Spectator-M1 reconnaissance drones
As reported by No Worries, Ukrainian researchers are actively contributing to the development of intelligent control systems for autonomous reconnaissance drones.
November 29, 2024
Technology
Today the world is talking about Ukraine and the release of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2
The spotlight is on Ukrainian developers as S.
November 20, 2024
Technology
Tatiana Lukinyuk has been appointed as the new head of Google Ukraine
Google has announced the appointment of Tatiana Lukinyuk as the new director of Google Ukraine.
August 21, 2024
Culture
Culture
“Kyiv’s Gaudí” Vladyslav Horodetskyi
On June 4, 1863, in the village of Sholudky in the Podolia Governorate, the renowned architect of Polish descent, known as the “Kyiv Gaudí,” Vladyslav Horodetskyi was born, Diaspora.
June 4, 2025
Culture
Maksym Nelipa: from showman to Ukrainian frontline hero
This is a story about Maksym Nelipa and his route from a popular Ukrainian showman to frontline hero from Avah Gibbs So, here’s the Showman.
January 12, 2025
Culture
Kelsie Kimberlin Releases New Video “Turn Back” to support Ukraine, help those injured and to raise funds for reconstruction
My new video “Turn Back” is the third of the trilogy of videos I filmed in Ukraine in August, 2023.
November 16, 2023
Culture
New data on Ukraine’s cultural objects damages by russian aggression
The Ministry of Culture has updated data on the number of cultural objects damaged by Russian aggression Since Russia’s full-scale aggression in Ukraine began, 1,711 cultural infrastructure objects have been damaged, as reported by the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine on November 3.
November 8, 2023
Culture
Petition: To protect the Ukrainian cultural space from the ‘russian world’
Russian aggression is aimed at destroying everything Ukrainian, and we are defending not only our borders but also our national identity.
May 23, 2023
Culture
The Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra transferred to Ukraine’s ownership
The Dormition Cathedral and the Tabernacle Church of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra were transferred to state ownership.
January 6, 2023
Art
Art
Swan Lake Canceled: Ukrainian International Ballet Pulls Out
The largest Ukrainian ballet company abroad Ukrainian International Ballet has refused to perform Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake — the project has been canceled.
October 9, 2025
Art
Honoring the Fallen: Ukrainian Artists and Actors Who Died Defending Their Country
In recent days Ukraine celebrated Defender’s Day, Ukrainian Cossacks Day, and the Feast of the Intercession.
October 3, 2025
Art
Ukrainian artist Davyd Chychkan has been killed at the front
Ukrainian artist Davyd Chychkan was killed on August 9 in the Zaporizhzhia sector after sustaining severe injuries while repelling an enemy infantry assault.
August 12, 2025
Art
Kazimir Malevich art award returns after five-year break
In 2025, after five-year hiatus, the Kazimir Malevich Award for Ukrainian artists returns.
August 7, 2025
Art
A Ukrainian performance was recognized at the largest festival in South Africa
The dance performance The Forest, inspired by Lesya Ukrainka’s The Forest Song, received an Ovation Award at one of the most influential cultural events in South Africa.
July 11, 2025
Art
2,500-year-old golden panthers found in Poltava region
Archaeologists have excavated the Opishlyanka burial mound, with the findings dated to the 6th–5th centuries BCE, Uspih in UA informs.
June 16, 2025
Music
Music
Farewell to Diezel: Green Grey Frontman Who Defined Ukraine’s 90s Music Era
Green Grey frontman Andriy “Diezel” Yatsenko has died at 55. The legendary Ukrainian band, known for 90s hits, shaped the country’s rock music scene.
October 23, 2025
Music
The Power of Music: In Irpin, the Armed Forces Orchestra Gathered Locals for a Charity Concert
Near the city registry office in Irpin, a charity concert took place featuring artists from the vocal and instrumental ensemble Unbreakable and the Military brass band of the Honored Academic Exemplary Orchestra of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
October 7, 2025
Music
“Dream of Peace”: How Kelsie Kimberlin’s Music Video Echoes Ukraine’s Cry for Freedom
Kelsie Kimberlin’s ‘Dream of Peace’ merges music and war realities, filmed in Kyiv during heavy Russian strikes.
September 30, 2025
Culture
Kelsie Kimberlin Releases New Video “Turn Back” to support Ukraine, help those injured and to raise funds for reconstruction
My new video “Turn Back” is the third of the trilogy of videos I filmed in Ukraine in August, 2023.
November 16, 2023
Music
Kelsie Kimberlin releases her “Another chance to live again” music video on the human cost of Ukraine’s War
Kelsie Kimberlin Releases A New Song Filmed In Ukraine To Express The Profound Hurt People Experience From The Loss Of A Loved One.
October 15, 2023
Music
Kelsie Kimberlin releases “Armageddon” music Video to focus attention on the war against Ukraine
Kelsie Kimberlin Brings The War In Ukraine To The Whole World With Her Dramatic Video “Armageddon.
September 8, 2023
Movie
Movie
Top 5 Lavish War Films Backed by Ukraine’s Culture Ministry – ₴145 Million Spent
In July–September, the State Enterprise “Center for the Protection of Ukraine’s Information Space” under the Ministry of Culture signed 43 contracts for services related to the production of video content about Ukrainian military personnel, totaling 144.
November 1, 2025
Movie
Top Films from International Festivals to Be Screened at Kyiv’s “Molodist”: Full Lineup Revealed
In the “Festival of Festivals” program of the Kyiv International Film Festival “Molodist,” films from the European Film Academy shortlist, the Cannes Film Festival winner, and Sunny Bunny will be screened.
October 16, 2025
Movie
Oscar Winner Cate Blanchett Directs Documentary on the Battle for Kharkiv
Actress Cate Blanchett, in collaboration with Benjamin de Pear, editor at Channel 4 News, has created a powerful documentary titled “Ukraine: Life Under Attack.
September 11, 2025
Movie
The Hunt for Gollum Set to Begin in May 2026
In the upcoming film by Andy Serkis, “The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum,” Gandalf and Frodo return in the new installment.
August 18, 2025
Movie
Ukrainian Director Wins Legal Battle Against HBO Over Footage in Chernobyl Series
Ukrainian director Andrii Pryimachenko wins case against HBO over illegal use of video in Chernobyl series.
August 3, 2025
Movie
Unveiling the Truth: An American Journalist’s Groundbreaking Film ‘Kherson. Human Safari’
American journalist Zarina Zabrisky has presented her documentary film ‘Kherson: Human Safari’, which she worked on for two years.
June 29, 2025
Sport
Ukraine
The World largest aircraft “Mriya” dragged for 4 meters by Ukrainian strongmen
Eight Ukrainian strongmen pulled the world’s largest aircraft AN-225 “Mriya” more than four meters and set a national record.
August 27, 2021
Sport
Champions League Final 2018 in Kyiv – a ticket to civilization tram
Champions League Final in 2018 took place in Kyiv.
May 28, 2018
Sport
UEFA — we care about Russia
Ukrainian football fans have been forbidden to use a banner reading "UEFA – we care about Russia," hinting at UEFA’s pro-Russian position, during Eurocup matches, dynamo.
October 2, 2014
Travel
Travel
Two Ukrainian Villages Included in the UN Ranking of the World’s Best Tourist Villages
The villages of Kolochava and Synevyrska Polyana in Zakarpattia have been included in the United Nations ranking of the world’s best tourist villages.
October 20, 2025
Travel
The most massive ascent: Six Ukrainians conquered Everest in a single day
The most massive ascent: Six Ukrainians conquered Everest in a single day.
May 18, 2025
Travel
More than 3 million tourists have visited Ukraine in 2021
More than 3 million tourists have visited Ukraine in 2021 since the beginning of the year.
November 16, 2021
Travel
Ten places in Kyiv, where you can work comfortably
If you are looking for a location in Kyiv, where you can not only have a delicious snack and drink some coffee, but sit quietly with.
May 27, 2018
Travel
Ukraine welcomes: Ten places with live music in Kyiv
It’s easy to find a place with live music in Kyiv.
March 14, 2016
Travel
Ukraine hosts the international cycling competition
The international cycling race Free Rate DH (Down Hill) which has traditionally been held in Yalta, Crimea, will be held in Bukovel, Ukraine in 2015 as has been noted in the UCI (Union of Cyclists International) calendar, Iryna Holinko reports.
January 30, 2015
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