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The rail official reports an increase in the amount of grain being transported to Ukraine’s Black Sea ports.

KYIV —  According to a high-ranking official from the railways, there has been an increase in the amount of rail freight cars traveling to the ports of Ukraine’s Odesa region in the past week due to the efficient operation of…

The Dnipro River, known as the “Rampart,” flows through the country of Ukraine during its ongoing conflict.

Kherson region, Ukraine —  A vast flat land scattered with dilapidated homes extended towards the distant view of the Dnipro River, where a group of Ukrainian troops were ready for potential attacks from Russia. Last year, Ukrainian troops successfully pushed…

There is a possibility that a Russian anti-radar missile could hit a civilian ship, according to UK officials.

The British Ministry of Defense reported that a civilian cargo ship flying the Liberian flag was struck by a Russian anti-radar missile, most likely an AS-17 Krypton, at Pivdennyi port in Odesa, Ukraine. This resulted in the death of a…

The government of Ukraine believes that those who are suggesting talks with Russia are not properly informed.

The Ukrainian Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, declined any requests for discussions with Russia in light of their invasion of Ukraine on Thursday. According to Kuleba’s post on X, individuals who suggest that Ukraine should engage in negotiations with Russia at…

Region Parents in Ukraine’s Kherson Region are grappling with a difficult decision – to stay or to leave.

Kherson, Ukraine —  The sound of children’s footsteps echoed along a school hallway in the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson as pupils gathered to board a coach marked “Evacuation.” Nadiya Kondratkova was in the midst of her suitcases, her red…

The Vatican has announced that individuals who identify as transsexual can now receive baptism in the Catholic Church and also serve as godparents.

VATICAN CITY —  According to the Vatican’s doctrinal office, individuals who identify as transgender may serve as godparents at Roman Catholic baptisms and witnesses at religious weddings. They are also eligible to receive baptism themselves, as confirmed in a response…

The European Commission has taken steps towards initiating discussions for possible membership with Ukraine and Moldova.

The European Commission has proposed initiating membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova for the European Union. This announcement was met with approval in Ukraine, as they are currently engaged in conflict with Russia and aspire to have a closer relationship…

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine continues to have a significant impact on the global agriculture industry.

American farmers have a strong interest in the events unfolding in Ukraine, as they are keen to understand the impact of the war on both international farmers and their own agricultural practices. VOA reporter Kane Farabaugh brings us the latest…

The European Commission has suggested initiating negotiations for Ukraine’s membership.

On Wednesday, the European Commission advised member states to begin negotiations with Ukraine for membership once the country resolves various reform matters. Last year, the European Union gave Ukraine the status of a candidate, which occurred four months following Russia’s…

of war The ongoing conflict in Ukraine is causing daily attacks, leading to increased suffering for those affected by war.

Miroslav Jenča, the UN’s Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs, expressed worry about the ongoing and frequent targeting of civilians and civilian structures in Ukraine. He informed the ambassadors that numerous non-military individuals have lost their lives or been harmed, and…