Section: Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (USA)
Ukraine’s President Creates Anti-Corruption Court
Ukrainian President Pedro Poroshenko, who has been repeatedly accused of turning a blind eye to corruption, has ordered the creation of a special anticorruption court. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
New Ukraine Poll Gives Zelenskiy Huge Lead Over Poroshenko Ahead Of Runoff
The first independent poll taken since the first round of Ukraine’s presidential election suggests that political newcomer Volodymyr Zelenskiy enjoys a commanding lead ahead of next week’s runoff against incumbent Petro Poroshenko. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
As Runoff Race Intensifies, Contrasting Ukrainian Campaigns Highlight Division And Unity
Ahead of a runoff against a rising political force, incumbent President Petro Poroshenko is drawing stark contrasts and pleading for another crack at reforms. Challenger Volodymyr Zelenskiy is calling on Ukrainians to get together to leave the “old era” behind. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
Ukraine’s Poroshenko Agrees To Stadium Debate, But Insists On April 14
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko says he has accepted challenger Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s suggestion to hold a debate at Kyiv’s Olympiyskiy Stadium ahead of this month’s presidential runoff, but the two still appear divided on the date for the event. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
Rival Supporters Clash Ahead Of Ukraine’s Election
Supporters of rival candidates in Ukraine’s presidential election clashed briefly in Kyiv on April 9. At least two people were detained. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
Poroshenko, Zelenskiy Supporters Briefly Clash Outside Challenger’s Kyiv Headquarters
Supporters of the two candidates in Ukraine’s April 21 presidential election scuffled in the capital, Kyiv, forcing police to intervene and detain at least two people. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
Ukrainian Activist Placed In Solitary Confinement In Russian Prison
Ukrainian activist Volodymyr Balukh, who is serving a five-year prison term in Russia on charges he and his supporters say are politically motivated, has been placed in solitary confinement. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
So Far, Zelenskiy Is High On Charisma And Light On Policy. Do Ukrainians Care?
Coming off a first-round election victory, first-time candidate Volodymyr Zelenskiy has been vague about what he stands for. But a blank canvas might not be enough, even for voters frustrated by incumbent President Petro Poroshenko’s failings. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
The Knotty 90s: Limber Ukrainian Pensioner Loves The Lotus Position
An extraordinary nonagenarian from Ukraine extols the virtues of yoga at any age. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
Poroshenko Calls For April 14 Debate With Presidential Rival Zelenskiy
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko has called for bringing forward a public debate with presidential rival Volodymyr Zelenskiy ahead of a runoff on April 21. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
