World news about “Ukraine” published by euronews.
‘Drunk’ minister halts Ukraine parliament hearingA parliamentary hearing on Ukraine’s budget was suspended on Tuesday when opposition deputies alleged that the deputy finance minister presenting the budget… 18/06/2013
Femen in protest at visit of Belarus’ Lukashenko to Ukraine Three Femen activists have been arrested in Ukraine after staging a topless protest against the visit of President Lukashenko of Belarus. In Kiev they… 18/06/2013
FEMEN protest in Kiev – nocomment An activist from the women’s rights group FEMEN stages a demonstration outside the Russian embassy in response to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s… 08/06/2013
Teen prostitution in Ukraine In Ukraine June 1 marks Children’s Day. However, an alarming number of teenage girls, many escaping problems at home, have turned to prostitution. Around… 31/05/2013
Ukraine court ruling on Kiev mayor election ‘pro-government’ There have been calls for protests in Ukraine following a court decision over the election of Kiev’s mayor that is seen as beneficial to the government and… 31/05/2013
Court ban does not stop Ukraine’s first ever gay pride event After a Kiev court banned Ukraine’s first gay pride event from taking place in the city’s main square, organisers moved the event a few kilometres away… 25/05/2013
Kiev court cites security reasons for banning gay pride rally A Kiev court has banned what would have been Ukraine’s first gay pride event, claiming it would disrupt annual Kiev Day celebrations. Gay rights activists… 24/05/2013
Ukrainian PM reverses journalist ban in wake of protest Ukrainian prime minister Mykola Azarov has reversed a decision to strip ten reporters of their media credentials, after more than 100 journalists took part in… 23/05/2013
Ukraine: Journalists reportedly stripped of media access after protest A group of Ukrainian journalists has reportedly been barred from government meetings, after they staged a silent protest. They demonstrated over physical… 22/05/2013
Old divisions resurface in Ukraine as government supporters and opponents clash Supporters and opponents of the Ukrainian government have clashed in Kiev as both sides held rival demonstrations. Police intervened as scuffles broke out… 18/05/2013
Eurovision: Ukraine’s Golden Fire 27-year-old Zlata Ognevich is a very beloved celebrity in Ukraine. She is no stranger to the Eurovision Song Contest. Her first attempt was in 2010 where she… 10/05/2013
Europe Weekly: May Day protests ring alarm bells over austerity The European Commission unveils another gloomy economic outlook for 2013; May Day protests voiced workers’ anger against austerity; and the European Court of… 03/05/2013
European court says Tymoshenko’s rights violated The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that the detention of the former prime minister of Ukraine, Yulia Tymoshenko, prior to her trial in 2011, was… 30/04/2013
Ukraine: no pardon for Tymoshenko Ukraine’s presidential pardon commission has said it is too soon to consider pardoning opposition leader Yulia Tymoshenko as there are criminal charges… 28/04/2013
Work on new sarcophagus continues as Chernobyl marks 27 years With the 27th anniversary of the nuclear disaster in Chernobyl, it is a time to reflect, but also a time to look to the future. Construction on a new… 27/04/2013
Ukraine remembers Chernobyl Ukraine has marked the 27th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster with thousands attending a ceremony in Slavutych. The 1986 accident released a… 26/04/2013
Ukrainian government condemns HIV patients to death, say protesters Wearing sacks over their heads to suggest an execution, protesters in Ukraine have argued that without government funding people with HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis… 17/04/2013
Ukraine fondly recalls Thatcher’s visit Margaret Thatcher visited Kiev in 1990 when Ukraine was still part of the Soviet Union. Many experts and politicians in Eastern Europe, believe it was not… 17/04/2013
Ukraine: Police break up protest outside president’s private residence Members of Ukraine’s Democratic Party have staged a demonstration outside the residence of President Viktor Yanukovych in a Kiev suburb. They were… 15/04/2013
Ukraine-EU ties warmer as Lutsenko freed The release from prison in Ukraine of a former minister of the interior has been seen as a move to improve the country’s relations with the European Union… 08/04/2013
Klitschko: ‘No democracy while there are political prisoners’ Two allies of jailed former Prime Minister, Yulia Tymoshenko, have been released from prison in the first sign of any relaxation in a campaign against her and… 08/04/2013
Allies of Ukraine ex-PM Tymoshenko pardoned and released from jail Former interior minister and opposition figure Yuri Lutsenko has been released from prison after receiving a pardon from Ukrainian President Viktor… 07/04/2013
Ukrainian President pardons former interior minister Ukranian President Viktor Yanukovych has pardoned jailed former Interior Minister Yuriy Lutsenko, a close ally of imprisoned former Prime Minister Yulia… 07/04/2013
Ukraine: ruling MPs exclude opposition from rival parliament There were scenes of turmoil in Ukraine’s parliament when MPs from the ruling majority walked out, fed up with opposition blocking tactics. But the Party of… 04/04/2013
Ukrainian court keeps Tymoshenko ally in jail Yuri Lutsenko Ukraine’s former interior minister has had his appeal against a prison sentence rejected. Like his once close ally the jailed ex-prime… 03/04/2013
Tube-train tango provides fun for Kiev pensioners In Kiev, a group of senior citizens have found a form of underground entertainment that has sparked their own kind of Saturday Night Fever. With no funds to… 29/03/2013
Womb to rent – the harsh realities of surrogacy In a clinic in Ukraine surrogate mothers carry babies for couples who otherwise would be childless. It is legal but not without controversy with some who… 29/03/2013
Ukraine: so near and yet so far Olga will not be able to go and see her husband who lives in France. Both of them are Ukrainian. She used to go and visit him regularly, but since they got… 25/03/2013
Russia & Ukraine’s never-ending winter continues Winter has not finished with eastern Europe just yet, with Easter holiday plans in Russia and Ukraine being made with snow in mind. Moscow is blanketed in… 25/03/2013
Emergency declared in Kiev cold snap While there has been heavy snow in parts of Europe including the UK, in Kiev it has been so bad that a state of emergency has been declared. One month’s… 24/03/2013
Ukraine relatively unworried by Cyprus crisis In the Cyprus banking crisis, almost all the focus has been on Russian money in account there, but Ukraine also has strong business and financial ties with… 20/03/2013
Another fight in Ukrainian parliament – nocomment Parliament was briefly suspended in Ukraine after fists flew in a row over use of the Russian language between the president’s party and a far-right… 20/03/2013
Handcuffs on the red carpet! – nocomment Ukrainian TV reporter Vitalii Sediuk is arrested as he attempts to gatecrash the Oscars red carpet in a swan dress, two weeks after he successfully crashed… 26/02/2013
Protests in Ukraine as EU gives May ultimatum EU leaders say visiting Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich has until May to show his nation has made progress towards political reform. The carrot is a… 26/02/2013
Making art with chewing gum – nocomment In Ukraine, there is a very special artist. Sophia-Anna Matveyeva, a young artist from Makiivka, her medium of choice is chewing gum, and she uses between 500… 15/02/2013
Donetsk plane crash survivors describe ‘nightmare’ Passengers who survived a crash at Donetsk airport in Southern Ukraine on February 13 have described their ordeal. Five people were killed when a… 14/02/2013
Ukraine and Russia’s gas wrangle reignites Ukraine’s state gas company Naftogaz says it cannot pay a $7 billion (5.2 billion euro) bill it has received from Russian gas giant Gazprom. The matter is now… 28/01/2013
Ukraine zoo welcomes Siberian tiger cubs – nocomment A litter of rare Siberian tiger cubs was born at the Yalta zoo in southern Ukraine’s Crimea region. 15/01/2013
Jellyfish invade Balaclava Bay – nocomment Swarms of jellyfish occupied waters of Balaclava bay near the Ukrainian Black Sea port of Sevastopol covering the water surface with a thick layer. 03/01/2013
Fomenko takes charge of Ukraine Mykhailo Fomenko has been appointed as national coach of Ukraine on a one year contract with the option of a further two depending on results. The… 27/12/2012
Ukraine: bodyguards compete in international contest – nocomment An International Bodyguards Competition took place in Ukraine on December 16-19. Teams from the state security bodies and private companies from Ukraine… 20/12/2012
Cold snap kills 37 in Ukraine – nocomment Thirty seven people died from the cold snap in Ukraine, while 162 people are in hospitals with frostbites. Temperatures dipped below -20 Celcius in western… 19/12/2012
Stuck in Ukrainian blizzard – nocomment Hundreds of trucks and cars were stuck in a traffic jam or trapped in deep snow on roads in several regions in Western Ukraine. 17/12/2012
Easing non-EU visa burden With EYP – the European Youth Parliament Question from Ilona, Ukraine: “My question to you concerns visa issued in non EU countries because it’s really… 14/12/2012
First day of new Ukrainian parliament marred by violent scuffles – nocomment Deputies from Ukraine’s nationalist Svoboda (Freedom) party brought down part of the fence surrounding parliament on its first session on December 12, while… 13/12/2012
Far-right party wants exclusive nationality A far-right movement is likely to enter Ukraine’s parliament in the upcoming elections, polls indicate – for the first time. Yet the “Svoboda” party has… 24/10/2012
Boxer taking a swing at corruption From the boxing ring to the political ring: the Ukrainian boxer Vitali Klychko has moved into heavyweight politics. The name of his party – UDAR – means… 24/10/2012
Ukraine young vote elusive Ukrainian politicians are finding it increasingly challenging to win votes from among the young. Compared to their elders they are better plugged in to… 23/10/2012
Tasty in Lviv – nocomment At the third edition of the Festival of Wine and Cheese held in Lviv, visitors got to taste 40 varieties of wine and dozens of different cheeses. 23/10/2012
Traditional industry spearhead Ukraine’s industrialists and politicians are betting on massive investment in traditional primary industries to spearhead economic development. A new 540… 22/10/2012
Ukraine’s ailing powerhouse As Ukraine’s legislative election nears, the temperature of the campaign is warming up. In the heavy industry hub of Donbass, in South-Eastern Ukraine… 17/10/2012
New world record for longest sausage – nocomment The southern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhya city has claimed the record for creating the world’s longest sausage. It was part of celebrations to mark its City… 09/10/2012
The promised land Thirteen Nigerian footballers moved to the Ukraine after being promised contracts with clubs in the former Soviet country. However, they now find themselves… 04/09/2012
EU concerned by Tymoshenko appeal failure The European Union has criticised Ukraine’s High Court for rejecting ex-premier Yulia Tymoshenko’s appeal against her abuse of power conviction. Tymoshenko… 29/08/2012
Language issue chips away at Ukrainian unity On day one of official campaigning ahead of Ukraine’s general election in October the country is split. Hundreds of demonstrators turned up outside the… 30/07/2012
Gas price still sticking point between Ukraine and IMF Although the International Monetary Fund has praised Ukraine’s economic reforms, it is also warning more needs to be done otherwise there is a risk of a… 16/07/2012
Odessa Film Festival: the Cannes of Eastern Europe The Odessa International Film Festival opened in style. The city’s famous Potemkin stairs were packed with cinema lovers who were treat to a screening of… 16/07/2012
Euro 2012: Winner takes all It was a case of winner takes all for Spain at Euro 2012. The side positioned themselves as the dominant force in European if not world football with their… 03/07/2012
They are the champions!Spain’s Casillas lifts up the trophy after defeating Italy to win the Euro 2012 final soccer match at the Olympic stadium in Kiev. REUTERS/Kai Pfaffenbach 02/07/2012
Euro 2012 farewell party in Kiev – nocomment Euro 2012 ended with a great win for Spain, but there were football fans of all nationalities partying together into the early hours in Kiev as the tournament… 02/07/2012
Euro 2012: Spain down Portugal to reach final Spain’s Cesc Fabregas struck the winning spot kick as the reigning champions beat Portugal 4-2 on penalties after their Euro 2012 semi-final ended goalless… 27/06/2012
Euro 2012: Calm before the storm With less than 24 hours to go before Spain and Portugal face off for a place in the final of Euro 2012 at the Donbass Arena, Donetsk feels like a ghost town… 27/06/2012
Euro 2012: Portugal v Spain preview World and European Champions Spain will be seeking to reach a third successive major final when they face Portugal in Donetsk on Wednesday. Having swept… 27/06/2012
Lviv set for life after Euro 2012 Everyday he woke up early in the morning, and took the tram to Lviv’s Central railway station where his shift started at 6. Olesj Gomernyk was a volunteer… 26/06/2012
Euro 2012: The fan festival For football fans visiting Euro 2012, it is not only about what happens on the pitch. It is also a chance to enjoy the festivities around the games. While… 25/06/2012
EURO 2012: Italy beat England on penalties to reach semi-finals Italy have reached the semi-finals of the European championships for the first time since 2000 after beating England 4-2 on penalties in Kiev. England… 25/06/2012
Femen protest against prostitution in Ukraine during Euro 2012Security guards detain activists from women’s rights group Femen as they protest against prostitution in front of Olympic stadium in Kiev. REUTERS/Gleb… 24/06/2012
EURO 2012 – Our top three goals The group stage of Euro 2012 is over and there have been some fantastic moments of football. Here is our brief and totally subjective look back at what we… 20/06/2012
Ukraine disallowed strike reopens goal-line video debate The controversial disallowed goal that helped eliminate Ukraine’s from Euro 2012 has sparked a new battle between football’s European and World governing… 20/06/2012
England revel in underdog role Wayne Rooney’s return to England’s starting line-up may have brought about the right result but it failed to reveal any real improvements. The goal that… 20/06/2012
Ukraine out of its own Euro tournamentA Ukraine fan reacts during a public screening of the Euro 2012 Group D soccer match between Ukraine and England in the fan zone in Kiev. 20/06/2012
Euro 2012: England down Ukraine England made it through to the knock-out stages of Euro 2012 with a narrow 1-0 win over Co-hosts Ukraine at the Donbass Arena in Donetsk on Tuesday… 20/06/2012
Euro 2012: England fans hold Sol Campbell protest Hundreds of English fans gathered in the city centre of Donetsk on Tuesday and paraded through the streets with a coffin in protest at comments made by former… 19/06/2012
France 2 – 0 Ukraine: How it happened It was the win the French desperately needed to put themselves in sight of the quarters. Lightning forced officials to suspend the match for an hour at the… 16/06/2012
An animated history Poland fans have Krakow’s resident football ‘oracle’, Citta the elephant for predictions on how their team will fare at Euro 2012. Ukraine supporters can… 15/06/2012
France v Ukraine: Fan predictions French and Ukrainian supporters were both feeling confident, as they travelled to see their sides go head-to-head Donetsk. At Kiev train station just before… 15/06/2012
EURO 2012: Ukraine’s celebration Kid As well as Andriy Shevchenko, Tymur Shamanov – a six year old fan – also became the face of victory for Ukraine following Monday’s win over Sweden. Shamanov… 14/06/2012
Denmark v Portugal: How it happened After losing to Germany 1-0 in their opener Portugal finally got on the Euro 2012 scoresheet and into the winners circle. Moments after Miguel Veloso’s… 13/06/2012
Euro 2012: Germany 2 – 1 The Netherlands Mario Gomez struck a twice to help pre-tournament favourites Germany beat the Netherlands 2-1 in their second Group B match at the Metalist Stadium in Kharkiv… 13/06/2012
Ukraine gives racism the red card Lviv, one of Ukraine’s host-cities for Euro 2012, is well-known for its architectural beauty, cosy cafes and authentic coffee. Supporters of the local… 12/06/2012
Ukraine v Sweden: How it happened Ukraine’s Euro 2012 party started in style on Monday, with former European Player of the Year Andriy Shevchenko rolling back the years in Kiev. The 35 year… 12/06/2012
Euro 2012: Classy Ukraine outclass Sweden Former Chelsea striker Andriy Shevchenko scored a brace of goals to hand co-hosts Ukraine a thrilling 2-1 win over Sweden at the Olimpiyskyi stadium in… 11/06/2012
Euro 2012 prostitution focus in Ukraine When the world’s favourite sport attracts so many thousands of fans – most of them men – with a budget for high-energy fun, you can expect history’s favourite… 08/06/2012
EURO 2012: Zero tolerance on racism The Polish and Ukrainian governments have worked hard to try to dispel any fears of racism in the build up to the tournament. But following the first racist… 08/06/2012
Euro 2012 vs euro crisis As Euro 2012 got underway in the midst of an economic crisis the famous sporting cry of “show me the money” from the film Jerry Maguire is as relevant as the… 08/06/2012
Euro 2012: Ready for kick-off With the tournament curtain-raiser just a few hours away and the weight of the nation on their shoulders, co-hosts Poland will be desperate to start their… 08/06/2012
I-talk takes the road to Euro 2012 As usual, presented by and with your questions asked by euronews’ Alex Taylor: “It’s been tested extensively by scientists over the last 2 years but when it… 08/06/2012
Get ready for Euro 2012A woman paints the pattern of a soccer ball on her face at the Euro 2012 fan zone in Kharkiv, some 480 km (300 miles) east of Kiev, June 7, 2012. Four… 08/06/2012
EURO 2012: Ready for the show After Five years of preparations it’s showtime in Poland and Ukraine where on Friday the 14th edition of the European Championships begin. Proceedings will… 08/06/2012
Donetsk: The Ukrainian city with English football heritage Donetsk, one of the host cities of Euro 2012. An industrial city with a strong footballing heritage, which to this day remains at the cutting edge of the… 07/06/2012
Euro 2012 – Frankie Says: It’s Germany!Following my extraordinary clairvoyance in forseeing an exceptional result in the Eurovision Song Contest for Norway, (last place), euronews has asked me to… 07/06/2012
Psychic pig to predict Euro 2012 champions A psychic pig is about to be unleashed on the football world. Officials in Ukraine say Khryak – for that is his name – is set to take over where Paul the… 06/06/2012
Euro 2012: First teams arrive in Poland and Ukraine With only four days to go before the main event, 1992 European Champions Denmark arrived in Poland on Monday to prepare for their Euro 2012 group matches… 05/06/2012
Euro 2012: Final Preparations Euro 2004 finalists Portugal trained in Lisbon for the last time on Monday before heading off to Poland and Ukraine for this summer’s European Championships… 04/06/2012
MEPs demand more action against prostitution at sports events MEPs have called for more to be done to prevent prostitution at big sporting events. Many in the European Parliament are concerned the issue isn’t been taken… 30/05/2012
Euro 2012 Preview: England After a disappointing World Cup in South Africa two years ago and armed with a manager in Roy Hodgson who has been in charge just two weeks, England’s chances… 30/05/2012
Euro 2012 Preview: Ukraine As co-hosts with Poland, Ukraine will hope their home support will give them an extra boost in this summer’s European Championships. Coach Oleg Blokhin… 30/05/2012
Ukraine: anti-Russian-language bill demo – nocomment In Kiev, a protest to keep a Russian-language bill from becoming law. The bill would make Russian equal to Ukrainian in 13 out of 27 regions. 26/05/2012
Europe Weekly: Trying to save the eurozone On Europe Weekly this week, we look at European leaders’ efforts to save the eurozone. Radical left Greek politician Alexis Tsipras visited leftist… 26/05/2012
Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania anti-gay criticism The European Parliament has condemned Hungary, Latvia and Lithuania for their lack of action against homophobia. Non-EU Russia, Ukraine and Moldova were… 25/05/2012
