Kyiv Post: Five Years of Achievements. One Great Mission

Freedom of speech, independent journalism, justice, and democracy are not merely noble ideals. They are the foundations upon which a free society, a strong nation, and a dignified future for every people are built. My father, Adnan Kivan, always said: “Without independent journalism, no country can achieve genuine democratic development.”JOIN US ON TELEGRAMFollow our coverage of the war on the @Kyivpost_official. It was these convictions that inspired his decision to acquire Kyiv Post in 2018. For him, it was far more than an investment or the acquisition of a media organization. It was a great vision, rooted in a profound belief in freedom, justice, and the power of truth. As he once said: “For me, acquiring the newspaper was never just about business.” His dream was to see Kyiv Post become a strong, independent, and influential international news organization – a truly global voice of Ukraine, heard and respected throughout the world. Today, it is both a great honor and an immense responsibility for me to continue the work my father began. He entrusted me with more than a news organization. He left me a mission, founded upon the principles to which he remained faithful throughout his life. And I want to emphasize that these values are just as important to me today as they were to my father. We will remain faithful to them, regardless of circumstances, the passage of time, or the challenges we may face. Five years ago, ambitious and far-reaching goals were set for the Kyiv Post team. This week, we can look back with pride on the remarkable achievements that have followed. Under the leadership of Kyiv Post CEO Luc Chénier and Editor-in-Chief Bohdan Nahaylo, an outstanding team of professionals has been brought together, united by a shared mission, unwavering principles, and a profound sense of responsibility to society. Over these years, Kyiv Post has achieved significant results, strengthened its international reputation, expanded its audience, and continued to establish itself as one of Ukraine’s most important independent voices on the global media stage. What makes these achievements even more meaningful is that they have come during one of the most difficult and defining periods in modern history. When Ukraine faced a full-scale war, when the freedom, independence, and very future of our nation were under threat, the Kyiv Post team continued to fulfill its mission — bringing the truth to the international community, defending the principles of independent journalism, and ensuring that Ukraine’s voice was heard around the world. I firmly believe that journalism is far more than a profession. It is a profound responsibility to society, to history, and to future generations. My father always believed that the true value of any endeavor is measured not by grand words or promises, but by actions and results. I wholeheartedly share that conviction. Today, the achievements of Kyiv Post speak for themselves. But we have no intention of resting on what has already been accomplished. Even greater ambitions lie ahead. We will continue to strengthen the independence of Kyiv Post, expand its international presence, bring together the finest professionals, and do everything in our power to ensure that Ukraine’s voice grows ever stronger. I firmly believe that Kyiv Post’s greatest achievements are still ahead of us. For me, continuing my father’s work is not simply about preserving his legacy. It is a personal commitment to develop and build upon everything he believed in, everything to which he devoted his efforts, and everything he considered his duty to society. Kyiv Post is more than an international news organization. It is the voice of a free Ukraine. The voice of truth. The voice of democracy. The voice of a people fighting for their freedom, dignity, and future. And it is our shared responsibility to ensure that this voice is never silenced, that it continues to grow stronger, and that it is heard throughout the world. In the name of freedom. In the name of truth. In the name of Ukraine’s future. In the name of God. Ruslan Kivan Owner of Kyiv Post Kyiv PostKyiv Post is Ukraine’s first and oldest English news organization, reporting since 1995. Its international reach – 90% of readers are outside of Ukraine – make it truly Ukraine’s global voice.