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A view shows the Kharkiv Palace Hotel heavily damaged by a Russian missile strike

A view shows the Kharkiv Palace Hotel heavily damaged by a Russian missile strike

Russia targets Kharkiv in latest strikes on Ukraine

Russia said the attack on Kharkiv was retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on the Russian city of Belgorod a day earlier.

Ukraine Angriff von Russland auf Kyiv

Ukraine Angriff von Russland auf Kyiv

Russia launches fresh air assault on Ukraine

Russia's intensified assaults on Ukraine in the last week of 2023 leave civilians fearful of an uncertain new year.

Smoke rises over a residential building in Kyiv after a Russian missile and drone strike

Smoke rises over a residential building in Kyiv after a Russian missile and drone strike

Ukraine's air defenses overwhelmed by Russian assault

Kyiv is looking to Western allies to make good on the promised delivery of defensive missiles.

More than half of Ukraine's children have been displaced at some point during the war.

More than half of Ukraine's children have been displaced at some point during the war.

Children affected by Ukraine war find help at special school

A school in Kyiv provides a special educational environment for Ukrainian children who have, for example, lost a parent.

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban arrives for an EU summit at the European Council building in Brussels.

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban arrives for an EU summit at the European Council building in Brussels.

Hungary criticizes Ukraine's EU prospects

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has vetoed a plan to send Ukraine another €50 billion in EU aid.

In this Friday, April 4, 2014 file photo, a Scythian gold helmet from the fourth century B.C. is displayed as part of the exhibit called The Crimea: Gold and Secrets of the Black Sea, at Allard Pierson historical museum in Amsterdam.

In this Friday, April 4, 2014 file photo, a Scythian gold helmet from the fourth century B.C. is displayed as part of the exhibit called The Crimea: Gold and Secrets of the Black Sea, at Allard Pierson historical museum in Amsterdam.

Disputed Crimea gold treasures returned to Ukraine

After years of dispute with Russia, the ancient gold objects have now been returned from the Netherlands to Ukraine.

Von der Leyen and Zelenskyy at the train station where the EU leader arrived in Kyiv

Von der Leyen and Zelenskyy at the train station where the EU leader arrived in Kyiv

Ursula von der Leyen makes surprise visit to Kyiv

The visit comes ahead of a report next week that will detail Ukraine's progress in its bid to join the EU.

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Kyiv's Techno scene rebuilds - Reconstruction, to the beats

They are young, they love music and they are living in a time of war.

EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell shakes hands with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv

EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell shakes hands with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv

EU touts support for Ukraine on visit to Kyiv

EU foreign ministers ventured to Kyiv with a message of solidarity. But their trip comes as fissures threaten to appear.

A view of Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba (left) and EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell shaking hands

A view of Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba (left) and EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell shaking hands

EU pledges lasting support for Ukraine at Kyiv meeting

For the first time, the bloc's diplomatic leaders have convened outside its borders, and in an active war zone.

The foreign ministers of the EU and Ukraine at a meeting in Kyiv on October 2, 2023.

The foreign ministers of the EU and Ukraine at a meeting in Kyiv on October 2, 2023.

EU foreign ministers in Kyiv in show of support

It is the first time that the EU Foreign Affairs Council has met outside the borders of the European Union.

Berlin Interim Mayor Kai Wegner (r) and Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko (l) at the famous Brandenburg Gate

Berlin Interim Mayor Kai Wegner (r) and Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko (l) at the famous Brandenburg Gate

Kyiv, Berlin strike twin town deal as Mayor Klitschko visits

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko told his Berlin counterpart Kai Wegner, "Together we are much stronger than alone."

David Petraeus gestures with one hand while holding a microphone during a panel in Kyiv

David Petraeus gestures with one hand while holding a microphone during a panel in Kyiv

Petraeus: 'Good chance' Kyiv counteroffensive gains continue

Retired US General Petraeus told DW that Russian defenses are "formidable" and noted Ukrainians were gaining ground.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba greets US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Kyiv

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba greets US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Kyiv

US top diplomat Blinken makes surprise visit to Kyiv

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's surprise visit to Kyiv coincided with a new aid package for Ukraine.

A flash from the explosion of a missile illuminates Kyiv during a Russian missile strike.

A flash from the explosion of a missile illuminates Kyiv during a Russian missile strike.

Massive missile and drone attack on Kyiv kills at least 2

Ukraine says an overnight barrage of Russian missiles and drones has killed at least two people in Kyiv.

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Ukraine: Red Cross helps civilians evacuate Kupiansk

As Russian forces step up attacks on the village of Kupiansk in northeastern Ukraine, DW correspondent Aya Ibrahim accompanied a Red Cross unit helping civilians to evacuate the area.

A Soviet-era monument to friendship between Ukraine and Russia was dismantled in Kyiv in spring 2022

A Soviet-era monument to friendship between Ukraine and Russia was dismantled in Kyiv in spring 2022

Kyiv imposes ban on Russian-language culture

Human rights activists say the move is discriminatory and unconstitutional.

Members of the Ukrainian army operate an air defense system outside Kyiv.

Members of the Ukrainian army operate an air defense system outside Kyiv.

War in Ukraine: Protecting the skies over Kyiv

DW's Aya Ibrahim speaks with Ukrainian troops operating an air defense system outside Kyiv.

A missile exploding in the sky just above buildings

A missile exploding in the sky just above buildings

Ukraine updates: Focus moves to Russia amid Wagner rebellion

Moscow says "anti-terror" measures have been taken after Yevgeny Prigozhin's challenge to top brass. DW has the latest.

A view shows the damaged Chongar bridge.

A view shows the damaged Chongar bridge.

Ukraine updates: Ukraine 'damages' key Crimea bridge

Russia-appointed officials have said a Ukrainian missile attack has struck the Chonhar bridge. DW has the latest.

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Allies pledge billions for Ukraine's reconstruction

Ukraine's allies have pledged several billion dollars in non-military aid to help rebuild the country's infrastructure and to fight corruption. The donations were announced at a special conference being held in London.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, centre, Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema, second from right, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, third from right, Egypt's Prime Minister Mustafa Madbuly, fourth from left back to the camera, President of the Union of Comoros Azali Assoumani, fifth from left, and Senegal's President Macky Sall, third from left, attend their meeting in Kyiv, Ukraine, Friday, June 16, 2023.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, centre, Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema, second from right, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, third from right, Egypt's Prime Minister Mustafa Madbuly, fourth from left back to the camera, President of the Union of Comoros Azali Assoumani, fifth from left, and Senegal's President Macky Sall, third from left, attend their meeting in Kyiv, Ukraine, Friday, June 16, 2023.

African delegation in Eastern Europe: More than a photo op?

An unprecedented African peace mission to Ukraine and Russia leaves observers in the region wondering about the timing.

Mechanized infantry vehicles unit moving up to the front in the town of Orikhiv in Ukraine

Mechanized infantry vehicles unit moving up to the front in the town of Orikhiv in Ukraine

Ukraine updates: Kyiv claims first counteroffensive gains

Kyiv said it had made the first modest gains in reclaiming territory from Russia as part of its counteroffensive.

A parked car, buildings, and a person wading through floodwaters near the scene of the Kakhovka dam explosion

A parked car, buildings, and a person wading through floodwaters near the scene of the Kakhovka dam explosion

Ukraine updates: Kyiv accuses Russia of blowing Kakhova dam

Ukraine says Russian forces blew up the Nova Kakhovka dam in southern Ukraine. DW has the latest.

A Ukrainian tank fighting near Bakhmut

A Ukrainian tank fighting near Bakhmut

Ukraine updates: Kyiv claims advances near Bakhmut

Meanwhile, a pro-Ukraine group said it would transfer captured Russian soldiers to Kyiv. DW has the latest.

Emergency workers rescue a man from debris of a residential building heavily damaged by a Russian missile strike

Emergency workers rescue a man from debris of a residential building heavily damaged by a Russian missile strike

Ukraine updates: Girl killed, dozens injured in Dnipro blast

Rescuers searched for people under rubble after an explosion hit an apartment building. DW has the latest.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy 'ready' to stage counteroffensive

The Ukrainian president warned of huge casualties unless the West can deliver more air defense systems.

An inside view of a Kyiv clinic demolished by Russian airstrikes

An inside view of a Kyiv clinic demolished by Russian airstrikes

Ukraine updates: Kyiv downs Russian missiles in early attack

Kyiv's military authorities have downed more than 30 Russian missiles and drones over the city once again. DW has more.

Local residents react near the body of a person killed in a Russian missile strike, at the compound of a municipal clinic

Local residents react near the body of a person killed in a Russian missile strike, at the compound of a municipal clinic

Ukraine updates: 3 killed in Russian strike on Kyiv

A child was among the victims of the missile attacks on eastern Kyiv, officials have said. DW has the latest.

A residential building burns after a Russian drone strike in Kyiv

A residential building burns after a Russian drone strike in Kyiv

Ukraine updates: Evacuations in Kyiv after new drone assault

Zelenskyy, meanwhile, has urged South Korea to provide anti-aircraft systems. DW has more.

A policeman signals the stop sign in the foreground, with the high-rise building that suffered some damage in the background

A policeman signals the stop sign in the foreground, with the high-rise building that suffered some damage in the background

Russian officials say Moscow hit with drone strikes

Russia's Defense Ministry said eight drones targeted the city and all were intercepted.

Kyiv residents look at damaged building

Kyiv residents look at damaged building

Ukraine updates: Kyiv repels fresh wave of Russian strikes

Kyiv said 37 missiles and 29 drones have been shot down. Denmark has pledged billions in military aid. DW has more.

A firefighter works at a site of a tobacco factory damaged during a Russian attack on Kyiv, on May 28

A firefighter works at a site of a tobacco factory damaged during a Russian attack on Kyiv, on May 28

Ukraine updates: 'Massive' Russia drone attack targets Kyiv

Kyiv's mayor said one person was killed in the capital after the latest Russian attack. DW has more.

Ukrainian art curator Yuliia Berdiiarova, dressed all in black and wearing glasses, stands in front of two artworks hanging on the wall at Museum Ludwig, Cologne on May 2023.

Ukrainian art curator Yuliia Berdiiarova, dressed all in black and wearing glasses, stands in front of two artworks hanging on the wall at Museum Ludwig, Cologne on May 2023.

Reclaiming the history of Ukrainian art

Art curator Yuliia Berdiiarova is working in exile in Cologne to de-Russify Ukrainian modern art.

Firefighter in front of destroyed building of medical facility ín Dnipro, Ukraine

Firefighter in front of destroyed building of medical facility ín Dnipro, Ukraine

Kyiv asks for cruise missiles from Germany

The Taurus cruise missiles requested have a range of over 500 kilometers (310 miles). Follow DW for the latest.

US President Joe Biden (left) walks with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky at the G7 Leaders' Summit in Hiroshima on May 21, 2023

US President Joe Biden (left) walks with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky at the G7 Leaders' Summit in Hiroshima on May 21, 2023

Ukraine updates: Biden announces new arms support for Kyiv

The US president said Washington was doing all it can to strengthen support for Ukraine. DW has the latest.

Close up phot of an F-16 Fighting Falcon

Close up phot of an F-16 Fighting Falcon

Ukraine updates: Russia rebukes possible F-16s to Kyiv

Russia's deputy foreign minister warned of "colossal risks" if NATO countries supplied Kyiv with F-16 jets.

Smoke rises after a Russian missile strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv

Smoke rises after a Russian missile strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv

Ukraine updates: Falling missile debris causes fires in Kyiv

Air raid sirens sounded across Ukraine and explosions were reported. Follow DW for the latest.

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DW Podcast | Inside Europe | provisorisch f ROAD

Inside Europe 18.05.2023

Turkey's presidential election goes to a second round, hopes fade for those still missing months after Turkey's quakes, and what next for Georgia's EU membership hopes? Also: how are Kyiv residents coping with the on-off threat of Russian strikes, La Palma votes for the first time since the volcanic eruption, and Dutch help for those grieving for lives lost during the pandemic.

A flash lights up skies over Kyiv in the early dark hours of the morning

A flash lights up skies over Kyiv in the early dark hours of the morning

Ukraine updates: Heavy Russian air raid repelled, Kyiv says

Ukrainian air defenses largely repelled a heavy Russian missile attack overnight, Kyiv says. DW has the latest.

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.