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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy shake hands

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy shake hands

Ukraine: Von der Leyen visits Kyiv to mark Europe Day

Ursula von der Leyen marked Europe Day in a deeply symbolic visit to Ukraine.

A Mikoyan MiG-31 supersonic interceptor aircraft with the Kh-47M2 Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missile

A Mikoyan MiG-31 supersonic interceptor aircraft with the Kh-47M2 Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missile

Ukraine updates: Kyiv 'shot down' Russian hypersonic missile

Meanwhile, a Russian author was reportedly injured in a bombing, which killed another person. DW has the latest.

Russian service members drive a military vehicle along a street before a rehearsal for a military parade in Moscow

Russian service members drive a military vehicle along a street before a rehearsal for a military parade in Moscow

Ukraine updates: Russia ups security after 'drone attack'

Moscow said it was tightening security after two drones exploded over the Kremlin. DW has the latest.

The hands of a Ukrainian soldier reloading ammunition with cartridges lying on the ground.

The hands of a Ukrainian soldier reloading ammunition with cartridges lying on the ground.

EU plans 'war economy' bullet production to aid Kyiv

The EU wants to turbo-charge bullet production to 1 million rounds per year to arm Ukraine by subsidizing manufacters.

Ukrainian soldiers atop an APC give a thumbs up as they travel to frontline positions in Donetsk

Ukrainian soldiers atop an APC give a thumbs up as they travel to frontline positions in Donetsk

Ukraine updates: Russian attack causes injuries, damage

At least 34 people were injured in southeastern Ukraine. Follow DW has the latest.

Smoke rises over the street as Ukrainian firefighters prepares, after a drone attack in Kyiv

Smoke rises over the street as Ukrainian firefighters prepares, after a drone attack in Kyiv

Ukraine updates: Kyiv reports Russian drone attacks

Russia has targeted the Ukrainian capital with Iranian Shahed attack drones, officials in Kyiv said. DW has the latest.

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shaking hands at a joint news briefing

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shaking hands at a joint news briefing

Ukraine updates: NATO chief makes surprise visit to Kyiv

Meanwhile, the Netherlands and Denmark are planning on sending 14 Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine. DW has the latest.

Patriot missile defense system in Schwesing, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Patriot missile defense system in Schwesing, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Ukraine updates: Germany says Patriots delivered to Kyiv

The Patriot system is used to combat enemy aircraft, ballistic missiles and cruise missiles. DW has the latest.

Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy slams 'beasts' in beheading video

A clip on social media that appears to show a Russian soldier beheading a Ukrainian prisoner of war. DW has the latest.

Two MIG-29 planes sit on the runway

Two MIG-29 planes sit on the runway

Ukraine updates: Poland pledges gear as Zelenskyy visits

During his visit, Zelenskyy hinted that Ukraine could pull out of the battleground city of Bakhmut. DW has the latest.

Metropolitan Pavlo Lebid

Metropolitan Pavlo Lebid

Ukrainian court places Orthodox cleric under house arrest

The monks in the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra monastery of Ukrainian Orthodox Church have been accused of having links to Russia.

Ukrainian conductor Vasyl Kratchok, a bald man wearing spectacles and a beige pullover, stands with a baton in his right hand, his left hand raised

Ukrainian conductor Vasyl Kratchok, a bald man wearing spectacles and a beige pullover, stands with a baton in his right hand, his left hand raised

Mariupol: A conductor's story

Conductor Vasyl Kryachok fled besieged Mariupol and is now setting up a new orchestra in the Ukrainian capital.

Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery complex

Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery complex

Ukraine updates: Orthodox monks in Kyiv refuse eviction

The monks accused of Russia links have been ordered out of a monastery in Kyiv. But they refuse to vacate the complex.

Launchers carrying Tochka tactical missiles

Launchers carrying Tochka tactical missiles

Ukraine updates: Kyiv slams Russia's Belarus nuclear plan

Kyiv says it wants UN Security Council action after Moscow said it would station tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus.

Ukrainian soldiers practice with various weapons in the open field as military mobility continues within the Russian-Ukrainian war in Donetsk Oblast

Ukrainian soldiers practice with various weapons in the open field as military mobility continues within the Russian-Ukrainian war in Donetsk Oblast

Ukraine updates: Kyiv prepares for counterassault

Meanwhile, Medvedev has threatened that Russia might attack Kyiv or Lviv. DW rounds up the latest.

An artwork showing a young woman wearing a robe and a white scarf over her head nursing a child

An artwork showing a young woman wearing a robe and a white scarf over her head nursing a child

'Madonna of Kyiv' celebrated in Berlin exhibition

Berlin's Bode Museum is juxtaposing sculptures from the Middle Ages with contemporary Ukrainian art.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida shakes hands with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida shakes hands with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv

Ukraine updates: Japan PM Kishida offers support to Kyiv

Meanwhile, Putin said China's proposals on the conflict could serve as a basis for peace. Follow DW for the latest.

Singer and activist Sviatoslav Vakarchuk

Singer and activist Sviatoslav Vakarchuk

Art as survival

Ukrainian artists are resisting the destruction of their cultural identity.

Ukrainian servicemen fire an artillery cannon aiming to Russian positions nearby Bakhmut frontline

Ukrainian servicemen fire an artillery cannon aiming to Russian positions nearby Bakhmut frontline

Ukraine updates: Kyiv adamant about defense of Bakhmut

Ukrainian President Voldoymyr Zelenskyy says military commanders want to inflict maximum losses on Russia. DW has more.

A view of emergency workers at the site of a Russian missile strike, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine March 9, 2023

A view of emergency workers at the site of a Russian missile strike, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine March 9, 2023

Ukraine updates: Kyiv decries deaths after Russian blitz

Kyiv said it shot down many Russian drones and missiles during the biggest wave of attacks in a month. DW has more.

Ukrainian BMP-2 infantry fighting vehicle in Bakhmut

Ukrainian BMP-2 infantry fighting vehicle in Bakhmut

Ukraine updates: Kyiv generals vow to keep defending Bakhmut

Ukrainian generals have stressed withdrawing from Bakhmut is not yet on the table. DW rounds up the latest.

SPD politician Rolf Mützenich in a DW interview

SPD politician Rolf Mützenich in a DW interview

German lawmaker in Kyiv: 'I was surprised by the gratitude'

Social Democrat politician Rolf Mützenich says Germany has not dragged its feet on support for Ukraine.

A Ukrainian mortar team fires on a Russian position on February 16, 2023 in Bakhmut

A Ukrainian mortar team fires on a Russian position on February 16, 2023 in Bakhmut

Kyiv denies Russian forces have captured Yahidne

Moscow's Wagner group was "unsuccessful" in taking areas around the eastern city of Bakhmut, Ukraine said.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Ukraine updates: Italy's Meloni says no jets for Kyiv

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said that Rome could provide Ukraine with additional air defense systems.

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (left) walks along US President Joe Biden

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (left) walks along US President Joe Biden

Ukraine: Biden visits Kyiv ahead of Russia's war anniversary

The US president said he was visiting the Ukrainian capital to express Washington's "unwavering" support.

Local residents walk in a street of Bakhmut

Local residents walk in a street of Bakhmut

Ukraine updates: Kyiv says Bakhmut residents must leave

The Ukrainian government says all remaining residents of the Donbas city of Bakhmut should leave now. DW has more.

Eurofighter jets take part in the NATO Air Shielding exercise over Lask, central Poland.

Eurofighter jets take part in the NATO Air Shielding exercise over Lask, central Poland.

Ukraine updates: Kyiv urges quick decision on fighter jets

Meanwhile, NATO defense ministers are set to hold a two-day summit. DW has the latest.

Vikas Jaiswal, student from India, seen with face mask under his chin

Vikas Jaiswal, student from India, seen with face mask under his chin

Foreign medical students return to Ukraine to study

Vikas Jaiswal and others face a lack of opportunities at home to complete their education.

Snizhana Kulyk, an expectant mother, is seen sitting on a bed in a Kyiv maternity ward.

Snizhana Kulyk, an expectant mother, is seen sitting on a bed in a Kyiv maternity ward.

Kyiv hospital prepares safer ward for expectant mothers

A hospital in Kyiv has tried to make its maternity ward as safe as possible amid Russian attacks on the capital.

Leopard 1 tanks

Leopard 1 tanks

Ukraine updates: Germany approves over 100 tanks to Kyiv

Germany, Denmark and the Netherlands plan to provide Ukraine with at least 100 refurbished Leopard 1 battle tanks.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius kneels, looking at a large number of small Ukrainian flags arranged together on a Kyiv street.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius kneels, looking at a large number of small Ukrainian flags arranged together on a Kyiv street.

German defense minister makes unannounced visit to Kyiv

It’s the relatively new minister’s first trip to Ukraine, and he tried to accentuate the positives of German assistance.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (L) and Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov in Kyiv, pictured on February 3, 2022

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (L) and Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov in Kyiv, pictured on February 3, 2022

Ukraine updates: Kyiv expected to replace defense minister

Meanwhile, Scholz said Western arms wouldn't be used to attack Russian territory. DW rounds up the latest.

A group of four secret services men in camo uniforms take part in a training session

A group of four secret services men in camo uniforms take part in a training session

Ukraine: Are Kyiv's anti-corruption efforts serious?

Searches are underway in Kyiv, and civil servants are being fired, too. What’s behind these occurrences?

Volodomyr Zelenskyy and Ursula von der Leyen

Volodomyr Zelenskyy and Ursula von der Leyen

EU readying more sanctions against Russia

The European Commission chief landed in Kyiv ahead of a major summit to discuss a path to EU membership for Ukraine.

EU Commission President von der Leyen standing together with the Ukrainian President Zelenskyy during her visit to Kyiv, Ukraine, in mid-September.

EU Commission President von der Leyen standing together with the Ukrainian President Zelenskyy during her visit to Kyiv, Ukraine, in mid-September.

EU holds talks with Ukraine in an active war zone

In a first the EU will hold talks with a candidate state in an active war zone. What can Kyiv expect beyond symbolism?

Eurofighter jets conduct an aerial exercise near a base in Lask, central Poland

Eurofighter jets conduct an aerial exercise near a base in Lask, central Poland

Ukraine's envoy says Kyiv hasn't asked Germany for jets, yet

Ukraine's ambassador to Berlin Makeiev took pressure off Olaf Scholz to deliver the planes in an interview with DW.

A Russian tank fires a shell in Ukraine

A Russian tank fires a shell in Ukraine

Kyiv and Wagner dispute Blahodatne control in Ukraine

Ukraine said it repelled an attack in the Blahodatne area. Russia's Wagner group say they control it. DW has the latest.

A Russian T-72 tank firing the vehicle's main cannon in Ukraine

A Russian T-72 tank firing the vehicle's main cannon in Ukraine

Ukraine updates: Kyiv warns of Russian anniversary offensive

Ukraine warns it expects a new Russian offensive around the anniversary of its invasion. Follow DW for the latest.

Ukrainians stand on a street blocked by police after a Russian rocket attack

Ukrainians stand on a street blocked by police after a Russian rocket attack

Kyiv Mayor Klitschko: Russia will go as far as we allow it

He tells DW Russia is unhappy about tank deliveries because it is afraid of superior Western military hardware.

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Ukraine: Kiev is dangerous after dark

Kyiv authorities have restricted light at night – with serious consequences for people on the streets.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hands Ukraine state award to European Council President Charles Michel

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hands Ukraine state award to European Council President Charles Michel

Ukraine's Zelenskyy urges allies to deliver more weapons

The Ukrainian president has criticized Germany for hesitancy over the delivery of Leopard battle tanks.

Helicopter wreckage on a blue car

Helicopter wreckage on a blue car

Ukraine updates: Interior minister dies in helicopter crash

A helicopter has crashed near a kindergarten outside Kyiv, killing top Interior Ministry officials. DW has the latest.

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Kyiv pushing for fast delivery of tanks

Ukraine is pushing to acquire more heavy weapons from Western allies to defend against Russia.

Ukrainian servicemen stand on their tanks near the frontline town of Bakhmut.

Ukrainian servicemen stand on their tanks near the frontline town of Bakhmut.

Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy calls for fast tank deliveries

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on the West for speedier deliveries of heavy weapons to defeat Russia's invasion.

Kyiv authorities have restricted light at night – with serious consequences for people on the streets.

Kyiv authorities have restricted light at night – with serious consequences for people on the streets.

The hazards of Kyiv's streets after dark

Kyiv authorities have restricted light at night – with serious consequences for people on the streets.

Ukrainian soldiers on a tank

Ukrainian soldiers on a tank

Ukraine updates: UK to supply Kyiv with 14 tanks

The UK became the first Western power to supply Ukraine with main battle tanks. DW has the latest.

Ukraine Russland Krieg Soledar Donetsk

Ukraine Russland Krieg Soledar Donetsk

Ukraine updates: Kyiv says situation in Soledar 'difficult'

Kyiv is facing a "difficult situation" in the fight against Russian forces for control over Soledar. DW has the latest.

Fiona Hill swearing in to testify before US Congress in November 2019

Fiona Hill swearing in to testify before US Congress in November 2019

Fiona Hill on Conflict Zone

Former top US expert on Russia tells DW that Putin hasn't changed his Ukraine goals.

Ukrainian Humvee driving through Bakhmut

Ukrainian Humvee driving through Bakhmut

Ukraine updates: Constant Russian attacks in east, says Kyiv

Ukrainian forces are repelling frequent offensives by invading Russian troops in the Donbas region, Kyiv officials say.

The mural depicts a woman in a gas mask standing on a chair and holding a fire extinguisher, Hostomel, Kyiv Region, northern Ukraine.

The mural depicts a woman in a gas mask standing on a chair and holding a fire extinguisher, Hostomel, Kyiv Region, northern Ukraine.

Mastermind of Kyiv Banksy removal could face years in jail

A man is suspected to have convinced a group of eight people to cut a Banksy artwork out of a wall.