Ukrainians
Coverage of Ukrainians in the Nexus archive.
- Few Ukrainians approve of US leadership, poll finds
A Gallup poll found only 7% of Ukrainians approve of US leadership, a 59-point drop from four years ago when the Biden administration increased military support at the war's start. A separate poll revealed Russians' views of their country's economic situation are at a 20-year low.
- EU Extends Temporary Protection for Ukrainians, Excludes Draft-Age Men
The EU has extended its temporary protection for Ukrainians fleeing the war until March 2028. The extension excludes newly arriving Ukrainian men of military age, a decision made at the direct request of the Ukrainian government.
- EU Proposes Extending Protection for Ukrainians Until 2028 – But Not for Draft Evaders
The European Commission has proposed extending temporary protection for Ukrainians until March 2028, excluding those who leave Ukraine illegally to avoid military service. The measure, requested by Kyiv, requires approval from EU member states before implementation.
- Ukrainians can remind the West what freedom tastes like
The article suggests that Ukrainians, having long experienced freedom, may help the West rediscover its value. It notes that prolonged familiarity with freedom has led to a diminished perception of its significance.
- Sweden Leads EU Push to Curb Tourist Visas for Russians
Sweden is leading an EU effort to restrict tourist visas for Russian citizens following reports of nearly 500,000 Russians entering Europe last year. EU ministers aim to prevent 'shopping weekends' and 'luxurious trips' amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
- Putin Makes Criminal Record Certificate Mandatory for Russian Citizenship Applicants – Except Ukrainians
Putin signed a decree requiring foreign nationals and stateless persons to provide criminal record certificates when applying for Russian citizenship, with an exception for Ukrainians. The measure is part of efforts to tighten immigration and citizenship rules.
- EU Weighs Limiting Protection for Ukrainian Men of Military Age in Potential Sixth-Year Extension
The EU is debating a potential sixth-year extension of the Temporary Protection Directive for Ukrainians, with discussions focusing on limiting eligibility for men of conscription age. The current scheme, which hosts over 4.3 million people, may transition to a gradual phase-out and long-term residency framework.
- Russia claims its Africa Corps group prevented coup in Mali after rebels seize towns
Russia's Africa Corps claims it prevented a coup in Mali by repelling rebels in Kidal, inflicting 'irreplaceable losses' on insurgents without civilian casualties. The group also alleged rebels were trained by European mercenary instructors, including Ukrainians, though no evidence was provided.
- Ukrainians react to massive Russian attack
Ukrainians provided assistance following a large-scale Russian attack that caused significant damage in Kyiv. The incident was reported by CBS News' Aidan Stretch.