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In 2025, Ukraine continues to witness significant developments concerning separatism, highlighted by actions and policies that have shaped the nation's struggle with internal and external separatist movements. Key events include President Zelenskyy’s implementation of policies in 2022 that halted direct talks with Russia, substantially curtailing separatism. This strategy indicated a critical pivot in Ukraine’s approach to national integrity.

Furthermore, continuous monitoring and legal actions against separatists remain vigorous. Recent cases involve high-profile figures and public servants with prior separatist links, underscoring a sustained governmental crackdown. For instance, officials from the early 2000s connected to separatist movements still hold positions in state offices, revealing the complexities of fully eradicating pro-separatist sentiments within governmental structures.

Another concerning issue is the involvement of external influences, such as reported activities by certain regional politicians and foreign consulates aiding separatist ideologies, which challenge Ukraine’s sovereignty. The government's response included stringent legal repercussions against identified separatists and consistent international diplomacy to counteract unauthorized foreign involvement.

This tag page offers a focused stream of news related to separatism, providing insights into the ongoing legal cases, security operations, and political maneuvers aimed at maintaining Ukraine's territorial integrity and national security. As this situation continues to evolve, it remains a pivotal element of Ukraine's political and social dynamics.
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Russia-backed separatists in Ukraine in disarray amid infighting and violence Russia-backed separatists in Ukraine in disarray amid infighting and violence More than four years after they took up arms against the Ukrainian government and seized a southeastern chunk of the country, pro-Russian separatists appear no closer to their dream of making their enclaves part of Russia. 341 0 Previously in trend: Terrorist Zakharchenko eliminated

French who fought alongside Russian-backed militants in Ukraine becomes U.S. soldier. French who fought alongside Russian-backed militants in Ukraine becomes U.S. soldier. A prominent militant who fought alongside Russian-backed separatists in Ukraine and participated in far-right European politics recently completed U.S. Army training and is serving in an American infantry division in Hawaii, according to Army and other records. 308 0

Russia Funds and Manages Conflict in Ukraine, Leaks Show Russia Funds and Manages Conflict in Ukraine, Leaks Show Hacked emails show that the Kremlin directs and funds the ostensibly independent republics in eastern Ukraine and runs military operations there. 213 0

Soviet-style youth squads make comeback in eastern Ukraine Soviet-style youth squads make comeback in eastern Ukraine In the self-declared Donetsk People’s Republic, the breakaway region of eastern Ukraine, training for war starts young. 458 0

A Bleak Future in Eastern Ukraine’s Frozen Zone A Bleak Future in Eastern Ukraine’s Frozen Zone Things went from bad to worse for Donetsk city residents, as the rebel zone rapidly sank into a chaotic and lawless state. 219 0

Croatia’s ‘Storm’ inspires Ukraine in battle with separatists Croatia’s ‘Storm’ inspires Ukraine in battle with separatists As Croatia reflects on its 1995 victory over rebellion regions of the country, some in Ukraine now dream their own Operation Storm could one day crush an uprising, fomented and supported by Vladimir Putin’s Russia, which bears a striking resemblance to the Serb rebellion in Krajina of 20 years ago. 405 0

Signs Emerge of Major Ukraine Rebel Offensive Looming Signs Emerge of Major Ukraine Rebel Offensive Looming Signs emerged Friday pointing to a major offensive in eastern Ukraine by rebels fighting to break off from the rest of the country. 622 0

Southern Front. Situation is Tough Southern Front. Situation is Tough Military invasion of the Russian Federation is becoming more widespread. In an offensive on the southern front of the enemy used the units of 76th Air Assault and 98th Airborne Divisions, the 18th Motorized Rifle Brigade, one infantry brigade, one special forces brigade, three artillery regiments, which have not been identified yet. There are no more “militants” left at the front - except for some small gangs. Our troops are fighting with the regular forces of the Russian Federation. 384 193 326 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

On Ukraine, any bargain is a bad bargain On Ukraine, any bargain is a bad bargain Any negotiations that leave this blight festering in Ukraine must be avoided. The only acceptable solution is for Mr. Putin’s aggression to be reversed. 250 0 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Plenty of Room at the Top of Ukraine’s Fading Rebellion Plenty of Room at the Top of Ukraine’s Fading Rebellion In the real war in eastern Ukraine, it is an inauspicious time to hold a high command in the separatist forces. 227 0

To Beat Putin, Support Ukraine To Beat Putin, Support Ukraine The former US Ambassador to Russia says that so far, Ukrainians have done more to thwart Mr. Putin than any action by outside powers. 138 0

Ukraine rebels destroying all links to MH17 air atrocity Ukraine rebels destroying all links to MH17 air atrocity UN demands full inquiry but armed Russian separatists block access to crash site amid confusion over black boxes. 785 0

Whisked Away for Tea With a Rebel in Ukraine Whisked Away for Tea With a Rebel in Ukraine LUHANSK, Ukraine — The pro-Russian rebel with bad teeth and aviator sunglasses was trying to help me. 310 0

Ukraine orphans become pawns in civil conflict Ukraine orphans become pawns in civil conflict DONETSK, Ukraine — Tamara Popova and her fellow orphans are adamant: They don’t want to go to Russia. The separatist gunmen running this eastern Ukrainian city aren’t asking. They’re giving orders. 266 0

The Dark Side of the LPR: This Time Without Cakes The Dark Side of the LPR: This Time Without Cakes I have read some interviews with the people who managed to get free from terrorists, for example, Nastia Stanko, the journalist of Hromadske TV. I must say that in our society right now we have some information disbalance. In the words of captured people, terrorists are not bad guys generally, they are just misinformed by the Russian propaganda, so we must understand and forgive them. 315 0

Patchwork Makeup of Rebels Fighting Ukraine Makes Peace Talks Elusive Patchwork Makeup of Rebels Fighting Ukraine Makes Peace Talks Elusive DONETSK, Ukraine — One rebel group, Oplot, comes from the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv. Another, the Russian Orthodox Army, is composed of Russians and Ukrainians. A third, named for a river, Kalmius, is made up mainly of coal miners. This motley mix forms just part of the fighting force of Ukraine’s eastern uprising. It is more patchwork than united front: Some groups get along with others. Some do not. And their leaders seem to change with the weather. 198 0

Ukraine Military Finds Its Footing Against Pro-Russian Rebels Ukraine Military Finds Its Footing Against Pro-Russian Rebels KIEV, Ukraine — When pro-Russian rebels first fanned out across eastern Ukraine in April, seizing public buildings, ousting local officials and blockading streets and highways, the government’s security forces — a ragtag lot of poorly equipped and understaffed military and police units — were largely paralyzed by dysfunction and defection. They seemed to remain so for months. 418 0

Eastern Ukraine: plan Eastern Ukraine: plan 'B,' as in 'bombs' Tanks, howitzers, fighter jets - Kyiv’s rulers are using heavy military equipment to try and push separatists out of Ukraine. Their core mission is to regain control over the border with Russia. 364 0

Conflicting Gestures From Putin to Ukraine Leaders Conflicting Gestures From Putin to Ukraine Leaders MOSCOW — President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia proffered both a carrot and a stick to Ukraine on Saturday, issuing a qualified acceptance of a peace plan proposed by the Ukrainian leadership to quell a separatist uprising in the southeast, but simultaneously putting troops across central Russia on combat alert and mounting surprise military drills. 90 0