On the night of June 23, Russian troops launched a massive strike on Kyiv and the Kyiv region. The enemy used both strike drones and ballistic and cruise missiles. There were casualties, injuries, and destruction. The Kiyv City Military administration reported that as a result of the attack: In the Shevchenkivskyi district, which suffered the most that night, an entire […]
On June 19, veterans, human rights activists, and trade unions gathered near the Trade Union House on Maidan. They are demanding an end to the lawlessness of ARMA under the leadership of Olena Duma. Since June 5, trade unions have been unable to access their offices — the building has been seized under the cover of ARMA and the “KAMparytet […]
Veterans, trade unions, and civil activists have gathered outside the Trade Unions Building to protest against the actions of ARMA. “We are at war, and the state in the rear is taking away our land and voice,” the military are indignant. Police have blocked the entrance to the building, which, according to the protesters, the authorities are trying to take […]
Kyiv came again under combined russian attack: injured across six districts are known so far. As of now, there are 15 confirmed casualties resulting from a combined Russian attack on Kyiv and 1 killed U.S. citizen. The enemy is using missiles and strike UAVs, with multiple fires reported across various districts. Emergency services are actively working at the sites, and […]
In June, Kyiv offers a wide range of exhibitions that immerse visitors in the worlds of art, history, and deep reflection. From the blooming gardens of Ukraine to reflections on war and forgotten pages of history — we’ve prepared a selection of the most interesting exhibitions to visit in June 2025. Collective painting exhibition: “Blooming gardens of Ukraine” This exhibition […]
The recreated mosaic ‘Boryviter’ by Ukrainian artist Alla Horska was unveiled on Independence Square in Kyiv. The original 1967 artwork was damaged in Mariupol during Russia’s full-scale invasion. The reconstructed version faithfully replicates the original and is the result of the work of 15 artists and researchers led by Olena Zaretska, Alla Horska’s granddaughter. The project was initiated by Rozetka in cooperation […]
Kyiv in smoke: fires, destruction and falling debris in several districts after another massive russian strike. Numerous incidents due to air raids have been recorded in the capital: Due to large-scale fires, heavy smoke is observed in some districts of Kyiv, and the smell of burning is noticeable in the air. Four people were injured in Kyiv overnight as a […]
On the night of June 6, Russian occupation forces launched a combined attack on Kyiv using ballistic missiles and drones. Falling debris was recorded in several areas, fires broke out. Three casualties are currently known. Kyiv Mayor Vitaliy Klitschko informs that: “Enemy drones entered the city from the direction of Vyshgorod and Boryspil. Call for medics to Solomianskyi district. The […]
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.ua reminds us. He is best known as the creator of unique architectural landmarks that have become symbols of Kyiv — the House with Chimaeras, St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Cathedral (the National […]
In the 9th–10th centuries, Kyiv became the capital of a powerful state — Rus. It would seem this is the beginning of Ukraine’s statehood. Official history claims that before that, there were only tribes here. Disunited, wild, unsettled. But this is not true. Or at least – it’s an incomplete truth. Because even a millennium before Kievan Rus’, states existed […]
The building located at 7 Kontraktova Square is officially considered the oldest residential building in Kyiv. To clarify — it is the oldest residential building that still serves its original purpose: housing. It was constructed in 1798 with funds from nobleman Leontiy Vyshnevsky (his father, Fedir, was the one who brought Oleksii Rozumovsky to the capital of the empire). Just […]
This year, the Ukrainian capital celebrates its 1,541st anniversary. The official founding year of the city is considered to be 482 AD, but in reality, Kyiv’s true age is likely different. The question of when and by whom the city was founded has just as many theories and legends as the founding date itself. Who founded Kyiv and when The […]



