Lydia Tomkiw
Breaking News Reporter
Lydia Tomkiw is a journalist focused on international affairs with a regional specialization in Eastern Europe. She has recently reported from Ukraine and is fluent in Ukrainian and French. Prior to joining IBT, Lydia was a Google Journalism fellow at the Committee to Protect Journalists where she focused on press freedom in Europe and Central Asia. From 2011-2012 she was a Princeton in Asia journalism fellow at The Jakarta Globe in Indonesia where she worked as a journalist and web editor. She holds a BA from Wesleyan University and a Master’s degree in International Affairs from Columbia University.
Tensions Mount Between Russia And Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Crimea Friday promising not to roll back relations with Ukraine.
Allegations Mount Against Manafort
Ukrainian officials want an investigation into Donald Trump's campaign manager's alleged payments while working for the Party of Regions.
Opponents Try To Block Mosque Construction In Italy
A petition in Italy is gathering signatures to prevent a mosque from being built close to a popular tourist spot.
Ukraine President Warns Of Possible Russian Invasion
Fighting has escalated in eastern Ukraine with six Ukrainian servicemen wounded and three killed over the last 24 hours.
Britain Battles Inequality Post-Brexit
The Brexit vote has created an outlet for anti-immigration views and given rise to hate crimes, a report found.
Refugee Arrivals Double In Greece
Refugee arrivals have again increased in Greece and thousands remain stuck in camps uncertain of their futures.
Manafort Linked To Undisclosed Lobbying Payments
Allegations have emerged that Donald Trump's campaign chairman helped secretly funnel $2.2 million to lobbying firms on behalf of a pro-Russian Ukrainian political party.
Watch Donald Trump Campaign In Wisconsin
Donald Trump is hoping to convince voters in Wisconsin where he is trailing Democratic rival Hillary Clinton.
Tougher Mental Health Regulations Proposed For Pilots
Tougher mental health checks and better medical examinations have been proposed for pilots following the deliberate crash of Germanwings flight 9525.
'High Time' For A Female Secretary-General, Moon Says
Meet the five women who are running to become the United Nations' first-ever female secretary-general.
Harry Reid Wants Trump To Take Naturalization Exam
Donald Trump has called for stricter immigration laws in order to stop terrorism.
Wildfires Burn Across California
Dry conditions and high winds have helped wildfires spread across California.
ISIS Recruits Only Had 'Basic' Knowledge Of Islam
The Islamic State group ranked 70 percent of its recruits as only having a basic knowledge of Islam.
New Questions About Trump’s Ties To Russia
Did Donald Trump’s campaign manager accept nearly $13 million in off-the-books payments from a Russian-leaning Ukrainian political party?
Opening Ceremony To Kick Start Olympics
Samba dancers, models and the theme of sustainability will be present for Friday's festivities.
The Cost Of Hosting The Olympic Games
The Rio Olympics aren’t as expensive as London but the Games come at the worst economic moment for Brazil.
London Knife Attacker Identified
Zakaria Bulhan killed one American women in a stabbing attack in central London.
Venezuela Running Out Of Cash?
Venezuela's reserves have fallen as the struggling economy faces upcoming debt repayments.
Watch Third Party Candidate Gary Johnson
The Libertarian Party is hoping to woe traditional Democratic and Republican voters to their ticket in November.
U.S. Armed Services Face Zika Threat
The Zika virus has hit members of the armed services and their families serving overseas.
