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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.

Ukrainian servicemen use searchlights as they search for drones in a sky over city during a Russian drones strike

Ukrainian servicemen use searchlights as they search for drones in a sky over city during a Russian drones strike

Ukraine updates: Kyiv reports more Russian drone attacks

The Ukrainian capital has been targeted by Russian air strikes for the fifth consecutive night. DW rounds up the latest.

A newborn baby in a hospital cot

A newborn baby in a hospital cot

New Year's Day babies in war-torn Ukraine

Meet Solomya and Lev, born in Kyiv amid missile and drone attacks on the Ukrainian capital in the early hours of 2023.

Broken windows of a building in the Kyiv suburb of Moshcun

Broken windows of a building in the Kyiv suburb of Moshcun

Ukraine updates: Kyiv attacked by overnight drones

NATO chief Stoltenberg said military support for Ukraine "is the fastest way to peace." DW has the latest.

Ukrainian air defence system intercepts a rocket launched by Russian forces in Kyiv

Ukrainian air defence system intercepts a rocket launched by Russian forces in Kyiv

Ukraine updates: Russian missile barrage hits Ukraine

Ukrainian authorities have reported missile strikes in Kyiv, Kharkiv and Lviv. DW has more.

Destroyed theater in Mariupol

Destroyed theater in Mariupol

Ukraine updates: Kyiv aims for February peace summit

Ukraine's Foreign Minister said that his government wants a UN-hosted peace summit by the end of February.

The Leopard 2 battle tank during a training exercise

The Leopard 2 battle tank during a training exercise

Ukraine updates: Kyiv urges Germany-led tank alliance

Ukraine has renewed its request for Germany's main battle tank. DW has the latest.

Julia and her son Dari are seen warming their hands at a fire against a backdrop of Christmas lights and a Ferris wheel in Kyiv.

Julia and her son Dari are seen warming their hands at a fire against a backdrop of Christmas lights and a Ferris wheel in Kyiv.

Ukrainians keep the Christmas spirit alive

The war has torn families apart, sending many abroad or to the front. But the festive season still brings joy,

Patriot missile system

Patriot missile system

What are Patriot air defenses and why does Kyiv want them?

The US is planning to send the Patriot surface-to-air missile system to Ukraine. Moscow has warned of "consequences."

St. Nicholas waves from a train in Kyiv

St. Nicholas waves from a train in Kyiv

St. Nicholas brings Christmas magic to eastern Ukraine

Supported by UNICEF and the Ukrainian train services, St. Nicholas aims to bring joy to thousands of children.

DW's Max Zander speaks to clubber Anna Khiko at the 'Otel club in Kyiv's Podil neighborhood.

DW's Max Zander speaks to clubber Anna Khiko at the 'Otel club in Kyiv's Podil neighborhood.

Clubbing in wartime Kyiv

DW's Max Zander meets people partying in wartime Kyiv, determined to try and live a normal life.

People shelter inside a metro station during massive Russian missile attacks in Kyiv

People shelter inside a metro station during massive Russian missile attacks in Kyiv

Ukraine updates: Kyiv takes fire from drone attacks

Kyiv has reported another night of air alarms and said it has shot down several drones. DW has the latest.

Russian service members are pictured in the fog

Russian service members are pictured in the fog

Russian clowns 'unlikely' to help troop morale in Ukraine

Russia's plans to send circus performers to the frontlines are unlikely to boost morale, the UK says. DW has the latest.

Ukrainian State Emergency Service firefighters clear the rubble at the building which was destroyed by a Russian attack in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine

Ukrainian State Emergency Service firefighters clear the rubble at the building which was destroyed by a Russian attack in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine

Kyiv warns of long blackouts after Russia strikes

Ukraine is working on restoring heat and electricity after Russian airstrikes left several cities in darkness.

Most of the buildings in Borodianka, a small town on an important access road to Kyiv, have been destroyed by Russian bombings in the first months of the Russian invasion

Most of the buildings in Borodianka, a small town on an important access road to Kyiv, have been destroyed by Russian bombings in the first months of the Russian invasion

Ukraine updates: Russia launches 'massive' missile attack

A wave of strikes was reported across Ukraine knocking out power, and forcing people to shelter. Follow DW for more.