Ukraine Insights

What is the fallout of the US’ unprecedented actions in Venezuela? The operation and its aftermath are being closely watched in Kyiv, Moscow, and across Europe.  We spoke to Dr. Christopher Sabatini, Senior Fellow for Latin America at Chatham House to understand the regional context and the impact for Ukraine and Russia. See more of Chris’ work here 👉 https://www.chathamhouse.org/about-us/our-peo...

American Thanksgiving has come, the war is still going, and Dmitriev's 28 points remain unsigned. Things look very different from what Trump promised. Join us as KI Insights Director Jakub Parusinski and Political Expert Anatoliy Oktysiuk discuss the events of the last two weeks and the looming domestic and international threats for Ukraine.

Director of KI Insights Jakub Parusinski and Senior Political Expert Anatoliy Oktysiuk guide you through the first 100 days of Svyrydenko's government and the largest corruption scandal of Zelensky’s term. What did it reveal about the inner workings of Ukraine’s political elite? Is the scandal a sign of systemic weakness, a test for anti-corruption institutions, or a turning point in governanc...

In this episode of  Ukraine Insights , former Canadian Ambassador and Business Ombudsman to Ukraine Roman Washchuk joins the Kyiv Independents business reporter Lili Bivings to unpack how war, sanctions, and shifting global markets are reshaping Ukraine’s economy. From the resilience of local entrepreneurs to the challenges of attracting postwar investment, the discussion dives deep into what’s dr...

In this episode, Adam Sybera visits MEP Markéta Gregorová at the European Parliament to find out how the European Union defends democratic mechanisms in an era of hybrid threats. They explore what works—and what doesn’t—in countering disinformation, from EU legislation to civil society initiatives. The conversation delves into the broader challenges of hybrid warfare and how cooperation with Taiwa...

In the latest episode of the KI Insights podcast Adam Sybera and Jessikka Aro talk through Russia’s evolving disinformation tactics since 2014. From targeted messaging for Western and Ukrainian audiences to AI-driven campaigns. How effective Russia has been in shaping European opinion, what are the most promising countermeasures, common Western missteps, and why disinformation is more than “fake n...

In this episode, Jakub Parusinski and Myko Suchý guide you through the swift transformation of Ukraine’s MilTech sector. With guest Roman Sulzhik, they explore how the industry has evolved since 2022, shaped by urgent battlefield demands, international investment, procurement challenges, and close cooperation between the military and technology innovators.

Adam Sybera talks with Vojtěch Boháč, Chief Editor of Voxpot, about his investigation into Russian disinformation networks - how they operate, why Moscow relies on them, and what this means for the future of democracy. Why are governments hesitant to confront the threat, and does inaction risk letting Kremlin propaganda reshape the EU's political landscape?

In this episode, Adam Sybera is joined by The Kyiv Independent’s war reporter Francis Farrell to explore Russia’s recent tactical penetration near Dobropillya. How did months of preparation and new drone innovations enable Russia to disrupt Ukraine’s ground lines of communication, achieve the effects of battlefield air interdiction, and tilt the balance on this critical sector of the front? 👉 To...

India is navigating tough choices in a fast-changing world. KI Insights editor Alex Fynn speaks with political analyst Sana Hashmi about New Delhi’s response to Trump-era tariffs, its enduring energy ties with Russia under sanctions, and its stance on the war in Ukraine. The conversation unpacks the strategic decisions—and risks—shaping India’s foreign policy future. 👉 To explore more of our work...

In this episode, KI Insights Senior Research Analyst Adam Sybera speaks with Ruslan "Santa" Myroshnychenko, the former commander of Ukraine’s 2nd International Battalion, about the legion's history, what drives foreign volunteers to join the fight, and how the battalion operates on the frontlines. 👉 To explore more of our work, visit ⁠insights.kyivindependent.com⁠ 📢 Follow us on so...

Featuring Oleg Petrasiuk, press officer of Ukraine’s 24th Mechanized Brigade, KI Insights analyst Mykolaj Suchy, and the Kyiv Independent defense reporter Kollen Post, this episode offers a sharp, on-the-ground look at how documenting war changes when journalists become combatants, how technology reshapes both reporting and battlefield communication, and why narrative control is central to the inf...

Director of KI Inisights Jakub Parusinski and Kyiv-based political analyst Anatoliy Oktysiuk examine the recent reshuffle of the Ukrainian government. What’s behind the changes? Is this a move toward reform, consolidation of power, or crisis management by substitution? 👉 To explore more of our work, visit ⁠⁠insights.kyivindependent.com⁠⁠ 📢 Follow us on social media for updates and analysis: ⁠⁠X...

Olena Yermakova, Head of Research at KI Insights, sits down with Dominic Culverwell, business reporter at the Kyiv Independent, to break down the key takeaways from the 2025 Ukraine Recovery Conference. Together, they review the announced political commitments, investment pledges, and reconstruction strategies. Catalog "Warcrafted: The Power Behind Ukrainian Defense Tech": https://insigh...

In this episode, KI Insights Senior Research Analyst Adam Sybera and Czech MEP Jan Farský (Mayors and Independents) unpack the rising tide of illiberal democracy and anti-EU populism in Central Europe. As the Czech Republic approaches a pivotal general election, what’s at stake for Ukraine, regional stability, and the unity of the European Union? And how are Russian information operations and dome...

In the second episode of the Insights Podcast , Director Jakub Parusinski is joined by  The Kyiv Independent 's frontline reporter Francis Farrell to dissect Russia’s 2025 summer offensive in Ukraine. What are the motivations behind Russia's timing, the tactical shifts on both sides, and what this escalation means for the future of the war and Western support? 👉 To explore more of our wor...

Welcome to the KI Insights podcast. In the pilot, Director of KI Insights Jakub Parusinski, alongside Head of Research Olena Yermakova and Senior Research Analyst Adam Sybera, talk over the ceasefire saga of the Russo-Ukrainian war and its latest developments following the Istanbul negotiations. 👉 To explore more of our work, visit ⁠⁠insights.kyivindependent.com⁠⁠ 📢 Follow us on social media for...