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December 20, 2024
New US missile defense base in Poland fortifies NATO’s eastern flank

The United States last month formally opened a permanent military base in Poland, part of NATO’s missile defense system. The Polish defense minister says the base is a testament to Polish-American cooperation. VOA Eastern Europe Bureau Chief Myroslava Gongadze reports from Redzikowo, Poland.
December 19, 2024
Polish defense chief: Poland ready to face Russia’s threats

In an exclusive interview, Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz sounds the alarm on rising threats, missile infiltrations, and why Europe must step up its defense game
December 11, 2024
2024: Ukraine-Russia war deadlock sets stage for possible negotiations

Russia’s war in Ukraine reached a standstill with Russian forces advancing and Ukraine struggling to counter, turning attention to a possible negotiated settlement in the new year under a new U.S. administration
November 22, 2024
Polish foreign minister: Europe must be ready as US rethinks Ukraine strategy

Amid doubts Trump will continue strong US support for Kyiv, Poland urges Europe to take greater responsibility for regional security
November 21, 2024
Russia’s use of advanced missile sends signal to West, analysts say

The attack has ignited fears of a dangerous escalation in the war
November 18, 2024
For Ukraine, US approval of long-range missiles marks strategic shift

Analysts say the Biden administration’s timing reflects concerns about securing support for Ukraine before Trump returns to office in January
November 08, 2024
Trump’s victory: Ukraine braces for policy shifts amid war

Ukrainians face a complex road ahead: balancing hope for peace with the risk that a rushed deal could jeopardize their sovereignty
November 03, 2024
Moldova's pro-Western president wins 2nd term in runoff amid Russian meddling claims

Maia Sandu prevails with a roughly 10 percentage point lead over her Russia-backed opponent Alexandr Stoianoglo
October 22, 2024
VOA interview: US Army General Costanza discusses Russia's threat to West

Russia is learning how to fight the West in Ukraine and sharing its intelligence with China, Iran and other authoritarian powers, says Lieutenant General Charles Costanza, commander of the US Army’s V Corps in Poland
October 22, 2024
Bilingual school in Hungary helps Ukrainian refugee children preserve identity

More than 60,000 Ukrainian refugees — mostly women and children — are living in Hungary. VOA Eastern Europe Bureau Chief Myroslava Gongadze reports from Budapest on a new bilingual school for refugee children from Ukraine.
October 16, 2024
EU, internal criticism against Hungary mounts over Russia, economy

Criticism is growing against Hungarian leader Viktor Orban, and so are questions about the future of his country’s role in Europe. Hungary holds the EU presidency, and its rising opposition is accusing Orban of working to undermine Europe’s security. VOA’s Myroslava Gongadze reports from Budapest.
October 08, 2024
Hungary’s Sovereignty Protection law a threat to independent media, analysts say

The European Commission has filed a lawsuit over Hungary’s sovereignty protection legislation, saying it violates EU law. Opponents see the law as a threat to the few remaining independent media outlets in Hungary, which rely on international funding sources. VOA’s Myroslava Gongadze reports.
September 12, 2024
Ukraine urges US, Britain to allow Western weapons to be used on Russian targets

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and British Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited Kyiv, Ukraine, this week, where they announced nearly $1.5 billion in additional aid. Kyiv in turn requested the two nations lift restrictions on using Western weapons to strike targets in Russia.
September 06, 2024
Ukraine reacts to Zelenskyy’s government shakeup

Ukraine has a new foreign minister, one of the latest moves as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy embarks on the largest overhaul of his administration since Russia’s 2022 full-scale invasion. Eastern Europe Bureau Chief Myroslava Gongadze reports on the Cabinet shakeup. Videographer: Daniil Batushchak
August 29, 2024
Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia building Baltic defense line

Baltic countries are moving to protect NATO's eastern flank in the face of Russian aggression. The Baltic defense line — a new fortification system along their borders with Russia and Belarus — is meant to shield NATO allies from potential attacks. VOA’s Myroslava Gongadze reports.
August 20, 2024
Latvia advocates for use of Russian assets to support Ukraine

Latvia is top enforcer of sanctions against Russia
August 09, 2024
US presidential campaign: The view from Ukraine

The U.S. presidential campaign is being closely followed in Ukraine as its outcome could significantly impact regional security, U.S. foreign policy, NATO support, aid to Ukraine, and relations with Russia. VOA Eastern Europe Chief Myroslava Gongadze reports.
June 26, 2024
Ukraine sets out on long path to EU membership

With membership talks having started this week, officials in both Kyiv and Brussels laud progress already made
June 17, 2024
Ukraine peace summit ends with call for a 'just peace'

Nearly 80 of the countries present at the Ukraine peace summit agreed that territorial integrity and the principles of international law and the U.N. charter should be the basis for peace talks to end Russia’s war on Ukraine. Eastern Europe bureau chief Myroslava Gongadze reports from Switzerland.
June 14, 2024
World leaders head to Switzerland for Ukraine peace summit

Leaders from nearly 90 countries will gather in Switzerland this weekend to discuss ending Russia's war in Ukraine. The Swiss and Ukrainian governments organized the summit at the request of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. VOA's Myroslava Gongadze reports. Camera: Daniil Batushchak.

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