You need to enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to content
Skip to main menu
Skip to more DW sites
Latest videos
Latest audio
Regions
Africa
Asia
Europe
Latin America
Middle East
North America
Germany
Topics
Climate
Equality
Health
Human Rights
Migration
Technology
Categories
Business
Science
Environment
Culture
Sports
Live TV
Latest audio
Latest videos
In focus
Bangladesh
Kamala Harris
Paris Olympics
Advertisement
Kyiv
Kyiv is the capital of Ukraine.
Skip next section All Content on this topic
All Content on this topic
Words aren't working
Peace in eastern Ukraine won't come until separatists lay down their arms, says DW's Bernd Johann.
Ukraine referendum to go ahead
Separatists in eastern Ukraine have said they will go ahead with a referendum slated for the weekend. The decision was made despite a surprise call from the Russian president to seek dialogue with Kyiv.
Broken military ties
Russian-Ukrainian military cooperation is stagnating, but remains vital to both countries.
Ukraine forces seize building
Local media in Ukraine have reported that security forces have retaken the city hall in the eastern port of Mariupol. It comes as international diplomatic efforts to end the crisis continue.
On brink of civil war
Moscow is doing too little to control the situation in Ukraine, writes DW's Bernd Johann.
Diplomacy drags on in Vienna
European foreign ministers are meeting in Vienna to discuss the ongoing Ukraine crisis. It comes after at least 30 people were believed killed in the east in fighting between army troops and pro-Russian separatists.
'Over 30' killed in Slovyansk
More than 30 pro-Russian separatists have been killed in the eastern city of Slovyansk, according the government in Kyiv. It follows fighting there on Monday.
Clashes in Slovyansk
There have been reports of more clashes in the eastern Ukrainian city of Slovyansk between government forces and pro-Russian militants. It comes days after dozens died in southern port city of Odessa.
Chronology of a crisis
Protests against Viktor Yanukovych's government have grown into a conflict of global dimensions.
OSCE observers return
Seven European military observers have landed in Berlin, after pro-Russian separatists in eastern Ukraine released them from captivity. In Ukraine, authorities have announced a period of mourning for the dead in Odessa.
Battle for Slovyansk
Ukrainian government troops have launched an offensive in Slovyansk.
Kyiv brings back conscription
Ukraine's increasingly desperate interim government has reintroduced military conscription as separatists tighten their grip on the country's east. Further government buildings have been seized in several cities.
IMF approves Ukraine bailout
The IMF has approved a $17 billion (12 billion euro) bailout package for Ukraine to help the country's ailing economy. Russia, meanwhile, has said it "will not rush to anything stupid" in response to Western pressure.
Dare to protest
Sanctions against individuals are mere pin-pricks to the Russian bear, says DW's Bernd Riegert.
Russia calls for 'urgent measures'
The United States and Russia have made mutual requests for action to ease tensions in Ukraine. The US has expressed its concern over Russian military moves, while Russia wants the US to rein in Kyiv's military.
Detained observers 'NATO spies'
Pro-Russian rebels holding a group of international OSCE observers in eastern Ukraine have accused them of being "NATO spies." Moscow said it will do everything in its power to secure their release.
OSCE observers 'seized'
Ukraine's interior ministry says separatists in the country's east have detained a number of OSCE observers. Four Germans were among those captured, according to Germany's defense minister.
Ukraine 'heading towards civil war'
DW journalist Roman Goncharenko reflects on his Easter time visit to eastern Ukraine, where he fears tensions between pro-Russia and pro-Kyiv supporters could escalate to civil war.
'Last chance'
DW's Roman Goncharenko says the operation underway in eastern Ukraine is imperative for Kyiv.
Ukraine's dilemma
Kyiv cannot afford to ignore separatists but must act carefully, DW's Bernd Johann says.
'Kyiv's last chance'
A Ukrainian military operation by the Kyiv government is currently underway in a bid to oust pro-Russian separatists who have occupied government buildings in a number of eastern Ukrainian cities. Roman Goncharenko, of DW's Russian service, tells Inside Europe that this is Kyiv's last chance to keep the territory.
Ukraine is 'unstable'
Klaus Zillikens, who heads the OSCE mission in eastern Ukraine, says tensions are running high.
Moscow to protect its interests
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said Moscow will respond if its interests are attacked in Ukraine. He also accused the US of "running the show" in Kyiv with the pro-Western interim government.
Biden vows US support for Kyiv
US Vice President Joe Biden has told leaders in Kyiv that they must "fight the cancer of corruption" in their government. He said Washington stands with them and is ready to provide economic support.
'Running out of time'
The facts in the Ukraine conflict finally need to be clarified, says Eastern Europe expert Liana Fix
US, Russia trade calls for action
The US and Russia have called on one another to implement the terms of the Geneva deal aimed at defusing unrest in Ukraine. The US has said Kyiv has already done its bit to honor the deal, although Moscow disagrees.
Lavrov fires broadside at Kyiv
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says Ukraine's government has breached the terms of the Geneva accord by failing to clear the still occupied Maidan. He also accused Kyiv of not wanting to control extremists.
Biden's Ukraine visit
US defense expert Barry Pavel thinks Biden should consider "defense weapons" for Ukraine.
Attack threatens Easter truce
Ukraine and Russian officials have denied responsibility for a deadly assault on a checkpoint in eastern Ukraine. The mayor of the city where the attack occurred has reportedly called on Moscow for help.
Ukraine observes Easter truce
Ukraine has halted its mission to recapture buildings in towns held by Russian separatists for Easter. Though the holiday has brought an uneasy truce, tensions remain high.
Donetsk People's Republic
A stormed building, an 'independent republic' and a city on edge in east Ukraine.
Pro-Russians staying put
A leader among pro-Russian activists occupying government buildings in eastern Ukraine has said his side will not move until Kyiv's interim government steps down. This follows a de-escalation agreement made in Geneva.
Quadriga - Ukraine Escalation - Right or Might?
It seems Crimea is not enough. Armed groups are now trying to annex parts of eastern Ukraine to Russia. NATO and the government in Kiev are in no doubt that Moscow is behind such action. meanwhile, tens of thousands of Russian troops are massing near the border with Ukraine. How far will Putin go? And where is the red line for the West?
Moscow interference 'nonsense'
President Vladimir Putin has called claims Russia is behind eastern Ukraine's unrest "nonsense." He has accused the government in Kyiv of raising tensions in the region, while expressing hope for crisis talks.
Ukraine drama shifts to Geneva
Geneva is about to host high-stake talks on Ukraine after its interim government tried to recapture eastern towns from armed pro-Russian activists. US officials say the West might impose more sanctions on Russia.
Kyiv: Armored vehicles seized
According to Ukraine's defense ministry, six armored vehicles were taken by pro-Russian militants in Kramatorsk in eastern Ukraine. There are also reports of defections to the separatists' side.
Follow the latest in Ukraine live
Ukrainian armed forces have launched a "special operation" against militia in the country's east, recapturing a military airfield from pro-Russian separatists. Russian television has reported four deaths in the fighting.
'Russia organized events in Ukraine'
Russis is orchestrating the unrest in eastern Ukraine, says Andreas Umland.
Tensions high in east Ukraine
A standoff continues in eastern Ukraine following the passing of a deadline set out by Kyiv for pro-Russia militias to vacate government buildings. Rebels have called on Russian President Vladimir Putin to help them.
Separatists defy Kyiv ultimatum
Pro-Russian separatists have ignored Ukraine's ultimatum to vacate government buildings in the east. The country's interim president, meanwhile, has indicated support for a referendum on the region's future structure.
Kyiv sends forces to Slovyansk
Ukraine’s government has launched an assault on separatists in an eastern town of Slovyansk. The move comes one day after pro-Russia activists seized government buildings in the city amid warnings of a crackdown by Kyiv.
Unrest in eastern Ukraine
Armed men have seized two law enforcement buildings in Ukraine's restive east as protests by pro-Russian separatists continue in the region despite threats of intervention from authorities in Kyiv.
Ukraine appeals to east
Ukraine's Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk has promised leaders in the country's restive east they'll be granted more powers. The move is an attempt to quell separatist sentiment amid heightened EU-Russia energy tension.
Standoff between Ukrainian separatists and Kiev continues
Pro Russian demonstrators have rejected an offer of amnesty by Kiev over their occupation of government buildings in Donetsk and Luhansk.
Journal - The News Program on DW
Russia's President Vladimir Putin says that Ukraine must pay over two billion euros it owes to state supplier Gazprom or he will shut off supplies, potentially affecting the gas flow to Europe. His warning came as pro-Russian separatists maintained occupations of government buildings in Eastern Ukraine.
Inside Europe, produced 10.04.14
On this week's show: Tensions simmer in eastern Ukraine - Will Catalonia break free of Madrid? - Ireland and the UK open the door to a new future - Italy's own "Sister Act". Also, Is the Turkish government prescribing the right medicine for the health system? - Italy raises the alarm over its deeping immigration crisis - Land on sale in Romania and should Germany rethink its colonial history?
Will eastern Ukraine follow Crimea?
Is Russia stoking separatist dreams in eastern Ukraine? Geert Groet Koerkamp talks to Helen Seeney.
New NATO warning to Russia
NATO has told Russia to "stop massing" its troops on Ukraine's border and open a "genuine dialogue." Kyiv meanwhile has offered amnesties to pro-Russian occupiers of buildings in eastern Ukraine.
Eastern Ukraine still tense
Kyiv has offered amnesties to pro-Russian separatists in eastern Ukraine. G7 finance ministers, meanwhile, are set to focus on Ukraine at talks in Washington amid claims by NATO that Russia is fomenting secession.
Moscow steps up pressure
Putin tightens the screws a bit more as Kyiv warns of a crackdown on separatists.
Previous page
Page 16 of 25
Next page