#Kyiv

The debate over the independence of Ukraine’s anti-corruption institutions has reached a critical point of engagement. In response to a hastily passed law, the Ukrainian government proposed a new alternative bill, aiming to eliminate threats to Ukraine’s fight against corruption. Yet, challenges remain.

After Russian bombs struck her Kyiv maternity hospital, heavily pregnant Olesia was forced to flee—beginning a 13,000-kilometer odyssey that saw her give birth in New York just days after appearing on CNN to urge the world to protect Ukrainian children. All the while, her heart remained in Kyiv.

Despite Russia’s war, people from all over the world continue to come to Ukraine. So, is Ukraine really safe in 2025? Discover what daily life looks like amid war: from air raid alerts to cafés, resilience, recovery, and ongoing risks.

The Russian military launched Shahed drones and ballistic missiles at the capital of Ukraine. The exact number of aerial weapons is still being verified, but in previous attacks, reports have cited over 500 drones alone.