Oleg Bazylewicz

Politics

Resignation of the UK prime minister’s chief of staff after Epstein files — personnel change with consequences for trust and security

In high diplomacy, quiet agreements matter more than loud declarations. The resignation of a key ally of Keir Starmer followed the release of emails linking former diplomat Peter Mandelson to Jeffrey Epstein. Why this matters not only for London but also for the security and information environment around Ukraine — we get to the heart of it.

Politics

Zelensky: Germany to launch Ukrainian drone production line in February — 10 export centers in Europe

The President announced the launch of drone production in Germany as early as mid‑February and the creation of a network of 10 European export centers — what this means for Ukraine’s security and economy.

Culture

Satoshi in the National Selection: Moldovan artist sang in Kyiv and publicly supported Ukraine — a sign of regional solidarity

In high diplomacy, it's not loud statements but simple gestures that matter. The appearance of Moldova's representative at the national selection final is not only a musical headliner but also a message of solidarity ahead of Eurovision in Vienna.

Community

Kyiv Faces Shortage of Bus Drivers: How It Affects Mobility and What Kyivpastrans Proposes

Public transport is the artery of the capital. When there aren’t enough drivers, it affects passenger flows, schedules and the city’s readiness for peak loads. Kyivpastrans has announced official employment, free training and salaries of up to 40,000 — we examine whether that will be enough.

Sports

Mudryk could train six months before his suspension ends — what it means for the national team and who else is on their radar

Ihor Tsyhanyk reported: Mykhailo Mudryk could return to training six months before the end of the sanctions; meanwhile the national team is considering the naturalization of Shakhtar's Brazilians — we analyze the benefits and risks for the national team.

Politics

Constructive talks in Abu Dhabi: what Kyiv, Moscow and Washington agreed — and why it matters

Two-day trilateral talks in the UAE produced initial agreements on next steps to end the war; the United States has been designated monitor of the process against the backdrop of a nighttime Russian attack. We examine what is known and which scenario is most likely next.

Politics

Boycott of the 2026 World Cup over Greenland: German call and risks to European security

The president of St. Pauli suggested discussing a World Cup boycott after Trump's remarks about Greenland. Why this issue goes beyond sport and matters for Ukraine's security — briefly and without panic.

Politics

Kyiv to switch off park lighting: energy saving as part of the city's energy defense

The Kyiv City State Administration (KMDA) will gradually switch off lights in parks and squares — citing technical limitations of aging mercury and sodium lamps. This is a temporary measure to ensure stable energy supply, which will affect evening walks and require residents to adapt.

Politics

Nearly 400 aerial targets over Ukraine: 21 missiles and 375 drones — Kyiv region's energy infrastructure under attack

On the night of January 24, Russia simultaneously used 'Zircon', 'Iskander', Kh-22/Kh-32 missiles and hundreds of attack drones. Why energy infrastructure became the target and what these strikes mean for security and recovery — briefly and to the point.

War

1,200 apartment buildings in Kyiv still without heating — repeated reconnections after shelling and strain on the energy system

As of 6:00 p.m. on January 23, 1,200 apartment blocks in the capital remain without central heating. Repeated reconnections after the January 9 and 20 attacks are slowing restoration and increasing strain on the energy system — we examine what this means for Kyiv residents.

Politics

CEC Recognizes Serhii Karabut as MP to Replace Late Kabanov — What Will Change in the "Servant of the People" Faction

The Central Election Commission has confirmed the replacement of the mandate following the death of Oleksandr Kabanov. We examine how the replacement mechanism works and why this matters for the stability of the legislative majority.

Politics

Klitschko urged Kyiv residents to stock up — how the city is preparing for a worsening energy situation

The mayor warned of risks to Kyiv’s energy system and urged businesses to move employees to remote work. We explain what has already been done, what the numbers say about the state of the grid, and what each person should do.

Politics

Donbas in focus: trilateral meeting in Abu Dhabi and the question of security guarantees

The president says the territorial question of the Donetsk region is a key issue in talks in Abu Dhabi. The agreement on security guarantees is ready to be signed — only the time, place and ratification in the U.S. remain.

Sports

Trump turns the White House into an arena: sport as a tool to mark the United States' 250th anniversary

Leagues, the UFC and youth "Patriots' Games" are at the center of the "America 250" project. We explain why this matters for politics, the media and the nation's image — and what to expect next.

Business

Kyivstar Invests in Comfy: What the Deal Means for the Market and Digital Transformation

Ukraine's largest mobile operator is acquiring a stake in an electronics retailer. We explain why this is not just an investment but a step toward creating a national digital ecosystem.

Business

High Anti-Corruption Court arrests Shurma's trusted associate — case over the "green" tariff and payment of UAH 141.3 million

The head of JSC "Helios", Andriy Vasyliev, has been arrested with an alternative bail set at UAH 30 million. We examine how the scheme operated, who is implicated, and why this matters for confidence in the renewable energy market during the war.

Sports

Ukraine 1–2 Armenia: Narrow defeat at the start of Euro 2026 and what it means for the group

The Ukrainian national team lost to Armenia 1-2 in the opening round: a brace by Migran Dermondzhyan neutralized a goal from Vladyslav Pervyeyev. We examine why this defeat is not fatal — but requires a swift response.

Politics

Zelensky: Ukraine will join the Peace Council only after the war ends — what this means

In Davos, the president said he did not know the format of the Peace Council until the moment of signing. This is not just a label — the decision has practical and security implications for Kyiv.

Business

Argentina posted a record energy surplus — what it means for Ukraine's energy security and investments

Exports exceeded imports by $7.8 billion thanks to the Vaca Muerta shale. We examine why this economic result is important not only for Buenos Aires but also for Ukraine.

Business

Fuel under control: 344,000 tonnes of imports and what this means for prices and security

344,000 tonnes since the start of the year and diversified supply routes — why a fuel shortage is unlikely for now and what factors could change the picture.

War

Kyiv after overnight attack: 173,000 families without power, heating networks to be drained in some buildings

A nighttime Russian attack on energy facilities left 173,000 families in the capital without electricity. We explain why authorities announced the draining of heating systems, where the situation is worst, and what residents should do right now.

Business

Vladyslav Kyrychenko, founder of Nash Format who shaped Ukraine's non-fiction market, has died

On Tuesday, January 20, entrepreneur and philanthropist Vladyslav Kyrychenko, 57, died. It is a loss for the Ukrainian book industry: his publishing house became a platform for ideas that today carry no less weight than weapons.

Technologies

Tesla Relaunches Dojo3 — What It Means for the AI Industry and Why Ukraine Should Take Notice

Elon Musk announced the resumption of work on Dojo3 after a pause in 2025. We examine how this ties into the development of AI5/AI6 chips, the $16 billion deal with Samsung and the idea of an orbital data center — and what technological and strategic lessons it holds for Ukraine.

Culture

Jennifer Lawrence — why she was passed over for the role of Sharon Tate and what it reveals about Hollywood's standards

An Oscar-winning actress revealed on a podcast that she was passed over for a role in a Quentin Tarantino film because she was allegedly "not beautiful enough." We examine what lies behind this and why the story matters not only to film fans.

Sports

Hutsulyak returns to Polissya: club's decision a move to benefit the national team

Ukraine's top scorer in 2025 has returned to training with the first team — the president of Polissia explains how the decision affects the chances of qualifying for the World Cup.

Politics

Ukraine and a Swath of Global Chaos

We like to pinpoint dates after which something important in the world changes fundamentally. Dates of some historical rupture. That approach can work when you need to identify the moment a war begins — and even then not always, because no less important events precede the first shot of a war, events that make that shot inevitable.

Politics

Peace plan 90% complete and half a million dollars from Moscow: how Ukraine and the community entered 2026

Ukraine welcomed the new year 2026 not merely with hope, but with a clear demand for results. While the defense holds firm at the front, decisive agreements are being prepared in high-level politics, and our community continues to prove: the home front is not a place for rest, but a second front.

War

The End of the Imperial Cycle

Empires are not eternal. Especially those that expand by territory rather than by routes. Empires that build a world of borders instead of communications, and constantly try to draw new lines on the map—such realms are doomed to stagnation and collapse. Only the "communication" or "route-based" component of imperial state-building gives empires a chance at a dignified death, or at a transformation into something better—more progressive, dynamic, successful, and freer.

Politics

Drones in Transnistria: Russian contingent bolsters unmanned capabilities — what it means for southern Ukraine

Russians in Transnistria have begun experimenting with drones — this may be both a nod to trends and preparation for provocations. We examine what risks this poses for the Odesa region and what deterrence mechanisms are already on the table.

Education

"6-7" Tops Ranking of Redundant Words — What It Reveals About Gen Z's Language and Why We Should Pay Attention

The abbreviation "6‑7" was the top entry on the 50th list of Lake Superior State University. It's not just a linguistic novelty — it's a signal about how social media shape communication and why, in times of instability, the precision of language matters.

Sports

Searches at AFA: villa with helipad and 54 cars sparked corruption probe

After Carlos Tévez's criticisms of the AFA leadership, police carried out raids: at a villa they discovered a helipad, stables and a collection of 54 luxury cars. We examine why this matters for trust in football and what consequences it could have for the sport's governance.

Politics

Fire in Crans‑Montana: a spark in a bottle, about 40 dead — what this will mean for resort safety

Around 40 people died during a New Year's party at the Le Constellation bar. We examine how a single spark turned into a large-scale tragedy and what practical consequences this may have for ski resorts and travelers.

Culture

Heart in an ice block on St. Sophia Square — an installation that preserves human warmth during the war

An interactive art installation has appeared on Saint Sophia Square in Kyiv that will be on display until January 6, 2026: an ice "heart" responds to touch — the ice melts and music about the defenders grows louder. We explain why this is more than holiday décor.

Technologies

ACCA suspends remote exams over AI-assisted cheating — what it means for Ukrainian accountants

The world's largest accounting certification body is restricting online testing after a wave of AI‑assisted cheating was detected. The decision will affect not only standards of integrity — it will also impact access to certifications and employers' trust in Ukraine.

Finances

602 amendments, three taken into account: how the "шаг" law became a political test for the Rada

Hundreds of amendments delayed the vote and revealed how painful even a technical change to a national monetary tradition can be. We examine what happened and why it matters to everyone.

Business

112 premises from seized and non-core assets will be transferred for IDP resettlement — housing could be available as early as Q1 2026

The Cabinet of Ministers is launching a fast mechanism to convert idle state-owned facilities into housing for internally displaced persons — cost-effectively, swiftly and under oversight. We break down how it will work and which questions remain open.

Politics

Trump confirmed "strong guarantees" for Ukraine — decision must be approved by Congress

After negotiations in the U.S., Donald Trump confirmed the technical details of the security guarantees agreed by the negotiating teams. This is an important step, because the vote in Congress will determine not only Ukraine's defensive capabilities but also its economic recovery.

Politics

Local ceasefire at Zaporizhzhia NPP: IAEA opens "window of silence" to repair power line and avert nuclear threat

The IAEA, acting as a mediator, secured a temporary ceasefire to restore external power to the Zaporizhzhia NPP. This is not just a technical repair — the safety of the region and the stability of the energy system depend on it.

Sports

Duplantis' record and Usyk in the top 15: what the 'Best European Athlete — 2025' ranking means

Armand Duplantis won the 68th PAP award after setting a 6.30 m world record. Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk is in the top 15 of the ranking; we examine why this matters for Ukraine’s image and sport.

Politics

Bribes for votes: NABU notifies "Servant of the People" MPs of suspicions — a risk to public trust and reforms

NABU and SAP have announced suspicions against several People's Deputies from "Servant of the People" in a case concerning the systematic receipt of illicit benefits for voting. We break down who is being named, which charges are being alleged, and why this matters for the parliament and Ukraine's partners.

War

More than 40% of Kyiv residents are without heating after Russia's attack — how services are operating and what to expect

The attack on December 27 disabled critical infrastructure facilities: more than 40% of Kyiv’s residential buildings and part of the Obukhiv district were temporarily left without heat. Water supply has already been restored; heating is promised within 24 hours. We examine what this means for city residents and how municipal services are responding.

War

Attack on Kyiv on December 27: 32 wounded, one woman killed — more than 10 buildings damaged, city working on recovery

Reports from the mayor’s office and the Interior Ministry have been updated: the number of injured has risen to 32, and 11 people have been hospitalized. We explain what has already been done and what this means for the safety of Kyiv residents.

Politics

Attack on Kyiv: half a million households without power and over 40% of homes affected — how infrastructure is being restored

After the overnight strikes on December 27, Kyiv was left facing widespread electricity and heating outages. What this means for the winter, what has already been done and what to expect — succinctly and with practical emphasis.

Business

Ukraine coordinated sanctions with Britain — attack on supply chains supporting Russia's war

Decisions of the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) and two presidential decrees introduce restrictions on individuals and companies involved in deportations, the supply of components for drones, and the operation of the "shadow fleet". Why this matters for security and how international coordination will work.

Politics

Half a Day of Pressure on Kyiv: Attack Intensity Suggests Russia Is Scaling Up Its Drone Personnel

The massive attack on December 27 was not only about the number of "Shaheds". It signals a shift in the enemy’s approach: investing in personnel and drone logistics to exert sustained psychological pressure. Comment — Ivan Kyrychevskyi (Defense Express).

War

Russian attack on Kyiv on December 27: one killed, 30 injured — what it means for the city's security

A massive attack on December 27 left people injured and caused destruction. We explain why the numbers are changing, who is confirming them, and what the implications are for civil protection and air defenses.

Business

Ministry of Defense launches digital fuel accounting — sensors, SAP and online monitoring

Storage tanks will be fitted with sensors that feed data into the SAP system. This is not a flashy reform but a technological step that reduces the risk of losses, accelerates logistics, and boosts partners' confidence.

Politics

Trump: "There's a good chance" of a deal during meeting with Zelensky — what it means for Ukraine's security

On the eve of the meeting at Mar-a-Lago (December 28), Donald Trump expressed optimism about resolving the war. This is not just rhetoric: that wording shifts the negotiation dynamics and places the task on Kyiv of turning words into concrete guarantees.

Community

Service on Kyiv metro's Red Line restored — schedule changes due to energy blockades and what it means for residents

Trains are operating between "Akademmistechko" and "Lisova", but intervals have been changed due to electricity shortages following enemy attacks. We explain how this will affect daily commutes and what steps the city recommends.

Business

Medicines at Gas Stations: Cabinet Allows Sale of Over-the-Counter Medicines — What Will Change for Rural Areas and During Power Outages

The Cabinet of Ministers has allowed the sale of over-the-counter medicines at gas stations with a license. We explain which conditions must be met and why this decision is important for remote communities and nighttime access to treatment.