The Kyiv Independent
News, analyses, investigations, opinions, podcasts and more. On-the-ground reporting from Ukraine
Zelensky's 'wanted' notice disappears from Russian Interior Ministry website.
President Volodymyr Zelensky's entry on a criminal "wanted" list published online by the Russian Interior Ministry has been taken down, Russian media reported on May 9.
On May 4, Zelensky had appeared on a list of alleged criminals in an entry that said he was being sought "under an article of the criminal code" without providing further details.
His entry included details such as his date of birth and a pre-full-scale invasion picture of the president.
According to the Russian outlet MediaZona, a search for Zelesnky's name on the database now returns no results.
Russia had also placed on the wanted list former Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko. His entry has now also disappeared.
On May 4, in response to the appearance of the entry, Ukraine's Foreign Ministry said it was a "sign of desperation."
"We would like to remind everyone that, unlike the worthless Russian announcements, the International Criminal Court's (ICC) warrant for the arrest of Russian dictator Vladimir Putin on war crimes charges is real and enforceable in 123 countries," the ministry's statement read.
The ICC issued arrest warrants on March 17, 2023, for Putin and Russian Children's Rights Commissioner Maria Lvova-Belova for the forced deportations of thousands of Ukrainian children to Russia.
The court also issued arrest warrants for two Russian military commanders a year later in March for carrying out strikes on Ukrainian electricity infrastructure during the winter of 2022–2023.
Lieutenant General Sergei Kobylash and Admiral Viktor Sokolov "are each allegedly responsible" for a number of war crimes, including "directing attacks at civilian sites," the ICC said.
Russia previously placed on the wanted list Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas and Kyrylo Budanov, the head of Ukraine's military intelligence.
Subscribe to Ukraine Daily newsletter
News from Ukraine in your inbox
Politico: US considering significant trade, military deals with Georgia if it reverses democratic backsliding.
The proposed measures would offer Georgia increased access to U.S. markets, a military support package, and the liberalization of the visa regime for Georgian citizens.
Austria to allocate nearly $5.4 million for Ukraine's energy infrastructure restoration
The allocated funds will be spent on urgently needed spare parts, generators, and repair lines, according to Der Standard.
More than 180 Ukrainian political parties fail to comply with financial reporting requirements.
Failure to comply with the reporting requirements can result in a fine that ranges from Hr 5,100 to 6,800 ($129 to $172).
Modi confirms India's participation in Ukraine's Global Peace Summit.
India will participate in all important summits that promote the agenda of global peace, security, and development, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said.
The Counteroffensive: Cutting-edge Ukrainian fashion goes beyond vyshyvankas.
Editor’s Note: This article was published by the twice-weekly newsletter “The Counteroffensive with Tim Mak” on May 20, 2024, and has been re-published by the Kyiv Independent with permission. To subscribe to "The Counteroffen...
University of Chicago protestors interrupt interview.
ABC News contributor Heidi Heitkamp was doing a Zoom interview with ABC News Live when protestors entered her office. She was not harmed and remains safe. Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube: Watch 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events on AB...
Campaigners take to beaches to protest against sewage in UK waters.
Protests have taken place on beaches and at rivers across the UK, as campaigners protest against the state of the country's waterways. The demonstrations were organised by Surfers Against Sewage, and saw people - including Dame Kelly Holmes - padd...
SC Republican challenges Biden border policies after goddaughter killed by migrant.
South Carolina State Rep. Stewart Jones and Chelsey Hines, whose daughter was killed by a migrant in a car crash, speak out against the Biden administration's border policies. #FoxNews Subscribe to Fox News! Watch more Fox News Video: Watch Fox Ne...
Self-proclaimed misogynist Andrew Tate facing legal charges in Romania.
Andrew Tate made a name for himself on social media for the so-called "manosphere" he influences. He and his brother face serious allegations of human trafficking. Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube: Watch 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live eve...
Paul Pelosi's attacker sentenced to 30 years
Dave DePape was convicted of assault and attempted kidnapping of a federal official. Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube: Watch 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events on ABC News Live: Watch full episodes of World News Tonight with David Muir...
UAW loses Alabama vote to expand
Thousands of Mercedes Benz workers in Alabama voted against joining the union. Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube: Watch 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events on ABC News Live: Watch full episodes of World News Tonight with David Muir here:...