Ukrainian is the dominant language in Western Ukraine and in Central Ukraine, while Russian is the dominant language in the cities of Eastern Ukraine and Southern Ukraine.

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1 day ago · Read the latest news on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Stay updated with on-the-ground reporting, political developments on both sides, and the economic impact on the region and the world.

4 days ago · Geographical and historical treatment of Ukraine, including maps and statistics as well as a survey of its people, economy, and government. Ukraine is located in eastern Europe and is the …

3 days ago · New rules of engagement that allow Ukraine to hit oil tankers are a sign of Kyiv's desperation.

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The vision of a beautiful, free and strong Ukraine is already being built today. Despite the bombings, pain, and hardship, Ukrainians plan to renew their beloved country with hard work and passion.

17 hours ago · Over a million households have been left without power after Russia's overnight drone and missile attacks. The strikes come on the eve of US-Ukraine talks in Berlin. DW has more.

Dec 6, 2025 · Russia launched a huge attack on Ukraine overnight as the country marked Armed Forces Day on Saturday, Ukraine's air force said.