Kyiv

Kyiv is the capital city of Ukraine and has maintained a role as one of the most important cities in eastern Europe for hundreds of years.

Also known as Kiev based on its Russian-pronunciation, the city is home to millions of people and is one of the most populous cities in Europe. 

Its history goes back well over a thousand years and it remains an important religious, cultural and economic center in the region.

Currently, Kyiv remains the seat of power of the Ukrainian government and has been the site of several clashes and attacks by Russian forces in the (currently) ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Ukraine says it downed Russian warplane with naval drone

This comes as Russian President Putin is trying to push for a three-day ceasefire in remembrance of the 80th anniversary of World War II's end, which many parties are saying is a farce.

 Sukhoi Su-30 jet fighters perform during the MAKS 2021 air show in Zhukovsky, outside Moscow, Russia, July 24, 2021.
 Russian President Vladimir Putin and Mayor of Moscow Sergei Sobyanin attend the Orthodox Easter service at the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour in Moscow, Russia April 20, 2025.

Ukraine reports nearly 3,000 violations of Russia's own Easter ceasefire vow

 Members of emergency services work at the site of a Russian missile strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Sumy, Ukraine April 13, 2025.

Russia says it hit Ukrainian officers' meeting in Sumy

 Jewish Soldiers Leave the Battlefield to Celebrate Purim in Kyiv

From the Frontlines to the Megillah: Jewish soldiers celebrate Purim in Kyiv


Armed with WWII weapons, Ukraine’s ‘Witches’ battle Russian drones

EUROPE AFFAIRS: The Jerusalem Post joins female volunteer soldiers outside Kyiv as they fight to keep their homeland safe.

 THE ‘WITCHES of Bucha.’ Defending homes from Russian drones, the Bucha Volunteer Corps is part of Ukraine’s Territorial Defense Forces. Many of its weapons date from World War II.

'Americans don't know the real situation': Ukrainians rally behind Zelensky after Trump spat

Ukrainians, many of them hardened by three years of war, rallied behind Zelensky in defiance but worried about the future of US backing for Kyiv's war effort.

 People gather to commemorate fallen soldiers, at a memorial site for fallen servicemen fighting against Russia, on the 3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, in Independence Square in Kyiv, Ukraine, February 24, 2025.

Ukraine's black earth still runs red after three years of war

Reporter’s Notebook: The Jerusalem Post spent four days in Ukraine leading up to the third anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

 The unofficial memorial to fallen soldiers in Kyiv’s Independence Square is a sea of blue and yellow flags and military portraits of Ukraine's fallen soldiers.

Ukraine demands access to Russia’s frozen $300b. Kyiv tells 'Post'

In an exclusive interview with The Jerusalem Post, Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Iryna Mudra outlined Kyiv’s strategy for securing compensation and ensuring justice for the victims of war.

 Tracers are seen in the night sky as Ukrainian servicemen fire at the drone during a Russian drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine February 21, 2025.

For a Jewish world in crisis, JDC ensures Hannukah’s light inspires hope and action

The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) ensures vulnerable Jews worldwide feel the holiday's message of resilience and hope.

 Olga Govorova, 85, is among the more than 36,300 vulnerable Jews in Ukraine receiving ongoing aid from JDC, like food, medicine, and home care. Maria Zimina, 17, who is part of JDC’s Active Jewish Teens program that’s nurturing the next generation of Jewish leadership, visits Olga weekly

Zelensky: Russia launched 120 missiles, 90 drones in 'massive' strike on Ukraine

The air force urged residents to take cover and said a number of missiles, including different types of cruise missile, were flying through Ukrainian air space.

 A rescuer rests at the site of a Russian drone and missile strike on residential buildings, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Lviv, Ukraine September 4, 2024.

Kyiv Jewish Forum 2024 to address Ukraine, Israel, US relations amid wars

The Kyiv Jewish Forum will launch on The Jerusalem Post website at 9:00 a.m. EST (4:00 p.m. Israel Time).

 Kyiv Jewish Forum 2024

Russian drone strikes Jewish school in Kyiv, causing significant damage but no casualties

Chabad's Or Avner educational network in Kyiv was heavily damaged, with destruction impacting classrooms and students' rest areas.

 Drone shrapnel outside the Jewish school in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Russia launches massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine, Kyiv says

Russia launched a large missile and drone attack in central Kyiv; Ukrainian air defenses responded, as both nations continue to target each other's infrastructure.

 People take cover inside a metro station during a Russian missile and drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine December 25, 2023

Kremlin aide says NATO and the West helped Ukraine attack Russia

Nikolai Patrushev claims the US and NATO helped plan Ukraine's attack on Russia's Kursk region, dismissing Washington's denial of involvement.

 Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a meeting with Murmansk Region Governor Andrei Chibis at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia August 6, 2024.

Russia warns Ukraine: Peace terms will only get worse

Russia demands Ukraine cede territory and avoid NATO, warning of tougher peace terms. With 18% of Ukraine under Russian control, will Kyiv preserve its sovereignty?

 Vladimir Putin