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Ukrainian soldiers and frontline defenses amid winter war conditions and diplomatic peace efforts marking key developments on Dec 29 2025.

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of December 29, 2025

December 29, 2025
Latest Russia–Ukraine war update Dec 29 2025: Russian shelling kills civilians, Kyiv pushes peace talks with Trump in Florida, frontline attrition high and winter energy strain deepens.
War
Ukrainian defenders and frontline combat on Dec 28 2025 amid Russian drone/missile strikes and peace negotiations between Kyiv and U.S. leaders.

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of December 28, 2025

December 28, 2025
Latest Russia–Ukraine war update Dec 28 2025: intense Russian strikes on Ukraine, heated frontline clashes and high-stakes peace talks between Zelenskyy and Trump in Florida.
War
Ukrainian defenders in frontline combat amid Russian assaults and peace talks as war developments unfold on December 26, 2025.

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of December 26, 2025

December 26, 2025
On Dec 26, 2025, fierce war developments hit Ukraine: renewed strikes on infrastructure, major frontline shifts, looming peace talks with U.S. involvement and heavy Russian losses.
War
Ukrainian soldiers and frontline artillery in intense battle as Russia-Ukraine war rages with drones and airstrikes on Dec 24 2025

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of December 24, 2025

December 24, 2025
Russia–Ukraine war update: fierce combat with 126 engagements, 65 airstrikes and over 7,600 kamikaze drones used as Ukrainian defenders repel attacks across frontline sectors and strike enemy positions.
War
Ukraine war frontline fighting with drones and artillery, Dec 23 2025

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of December 23, 2025

December 23, 2025
Russia‑Ukraine war update Dec 23 2025: 205 combat engagements, thousands of drone sorties and shellings, fierce frontline battles and Ukrainian counter‑strikes as Kyiv defends key axes.
War
Ukrainian soldiers in frontline combat amid Russia-Ukraine war on December 22 2025

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of December 22, 2025

December 22, 2025
Russia–Ukraine war update Dec 22, 2025: intense frontline battles, mass drone strikes and heavy shelling dominate another brutal day as Ukrainian defenders repel assaults and inflict significant losses.
War
Ukrainian soldiers operate drones during frontline fighting in the Russia Ukraine war December 2025

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of December 21, 2025

December 21, 2025
Daily Russia-Ukraine war update for Dec 21, 2025 — fierce frontline clashes, mass drone and missile strikes, critical infrastructure attacks and Ukrainian defenses holding key positions amid intense combat.
War
Ukrainian defenders in combat and explosions near Odesa port amid ongoing fighting

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of December 19, 2025

December 19, 2025
Russia‑Ukraine war latest — December 19, 2025: intense frontline battles, drone and missile strikes, infrastructure hits and strategic moves as Ukrainian forces push back amid fierce clashes across multiple sectors.
World
German Chancellor Merz discusses using frozen Russian central bank assets to support Ukraine

Merz Plans to Transfer Russian Central Bank Assets Held in Germany to Support Ukraine

December 18, 2025
German Chancellor Merz plans to use frozen Russian central bank assets in Germany to boost support for Ukraine, sparking legal debate in the EU and intensifying battles over how to fund Kyiv’s defense.
War
Smoke and emergency response on Odesa region bridge after Russian drone strike on civilian car

Russians Strike Bridge in Odesa Region: Mother Killed, Her Three Children Injured

December 18, 2025
Russian strikes destroy a bridge in Odesa region; a mother is killed and her three children injured in the attack, underscoring the war’s toll on civilians and critical infrastructure.
Technology
Protector unmanned ground system with combat module tested by Ukrainian Armor

Ukrainian Armored Vehicles Expand Range of Heavy Ground Robotic Systems

December 18, 2025
Ukraine expands its battlefield edge with new heavy ground robotic systems and armored UGVs, boosting range, firepower and unmanned support roles to strengthen frontline defenses and protect troops.
World
Kaja Kallas discussing EU reparations loan for Ukraine at Brussels summit

Reparations Loan for Ukraine: Kallas Rules Out Plan B

December 18, 2025
EU eyes a €90B “reparations loan” for Ukraine backed by frozen Russian assets as Kaja Kallas ditches any Plan B, doubling down on a bold funding push amid mounting political and legal hurdles.
War
Smoke rising over Cherkasy after massive Russian drone attack on critical infrastructure

Russia Launches Massive Drone Attack on Cherkasy, Targeting Critical Infrastructure

December 18, 2025
Massive Russian drone attack batters Cherkasy’s critical infrastructure, injuring six, sparking fires and power outages as homes and facilities are hit amid ongoing frontline escalation in Ukraine.
War
Aerial view of Rostov-on-Don port with smoke from an oil tanker fire after drone attack

Ukrainian Drones Pounds Rostov and Beyond, Oil Tanker Suffers Damage

December 18, 2025
Russian officials report a massive drone attack on Rostov and other cities, damaging an oil tanker and critical infrastructure — a dramatic escalation in long‑range strikes linked to the Ukraine war.
War
Nighttime smoke and damage in Kryvyi Rih after Russian drone attack

Nighttime Attack on Kryvyi Rih: Consequences Reported

December 18, 2025
“Overnight Russian drones strike Kryvyi Rih, injuring four, damaging homes and public buildings, sparking fires and prompting air defenses to down multiple UAVs as cities across Ukraine face relentless attacks.
War
Ukraine General Staff war update briefing map for Russia‑Ukraine conflict on December 18 2025

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of December 18, 2025

December 18, 2025
Russia‑Ukraine war update for Dec 18, 2025: fierce frontline battles, drone and missile strikes, key defensive actions and infrastructure hits mark another intense day of combat across multiple sectors.
Projects
Projects
Vinnytsia war veteran who lost his sight training for the New York Marathon

A Veteran from Vinnytsia Who Lost His Sight in the War Is Preparing for the New York Marathon

December 17, 2025
A blind Ukrainian war veteran from Vinnytsia trains for the New York Marathon to raise funds for a special treadmill, inspiring others with resilience and determination after losing his sight in combat.
Projects
Kelsie Kimberlin with UAid Direct volunteers visiting children at a renovated orphanage and frontline towns in Ukraine’s war‑torn regions.

A Journey of Loss and Hope: How UAid Direct Brings Light to War-Torn Ukraine

November 3, 2025
American singer Kelsie Kimberlin travels across Ukraine with UAid Direct volunteers, witnessing frontline life, orphan aid and rebuilt clinics — a journey of loss, courage and hope in war‑torn communities.
Politics
Politics
EU and 34 nations sign convention establishing commission to compensate Ukraine for Russian aggression

The EU and 34 Countries Sign Convention to Establish an International Commission for Compensation for Damage Caused to Ukraine by Russian Aggression

December 17, 2025
The EU and 34 countries sign a historic convention to create an International Claims Commission to assess and seek compensation from Russia for war damage in Ukraine, pushing accountability and justice forward.
Politics
President Zelenskyy during official visit to the Netherlands

Zelenskyy’s Visit to the Netherlands: Presidential Office Announces Details

December 16, 2025
Zelenskyy arrives in the Netherlands for high‑level diplomacy — meeting leaders, addressing parliament, and advancing support, peace talks and Ukraine’s role in new international initiatives amid ongoing war.
Politics
Ukrainian and U.S. delegations during talks in Berlin

Ukraine – US Talks Conclude in Berlin

December 15, 2025
Ukraine–US peace talks in Berlin wrap up after two days of negotiations on ending Russia’s war, with both sides reporting progress on key issues and plans to draft security and peace documents.
Analytics
Analytics
Volodymyr Zelenskyy during wartime amid corruption allegations, intelligence pressure and peace negotiations involving Ukraine

A State Under Surveillance: How Corruption Turns Ukraine’s Elites Into Targets

As talks on ending the war continue, Ukraine faces a deeper threat: corruption tracked by Western intelligence, crypto myths exposed, and officials vulnerable to blackmail — turning looting into a national security risk.
December 22, 2025
Analytics

Dialogue with a Dictator Is a Lie: Putin’s Threats Laid Bare

Dialogue with Putin is futile, critics argue, as Kremlin threats, blackmail and aggression persist — meaning peace talks risk legitimizing Russian demands without delivering real security for Ukraine.
December 19, 2025
Analytics
Volodymyr and Olena Zelenskyy pictured amid discussion of Ukraine’s political future

Umerov Prepares Life for Zelenskyy After Ukraine

Analysis suggests Rustem Umerov may be prepping personal post‑war security and life plans for Zelenskyy — not peace deals — sparking fresh debate about priorities amid Ukraine’s negotiations.
December 14, 2025
Analytics

Fedorov Will Lead Zelenskyy in Elections, Mykhailo Refuses Office Position, Kornienko to Head Servants

Mykhailo Fedorov set to lead Zelenskyy’s election effort under a new political brand as Oleksandr Kornienko becomes Servant of the People party head amid wider reshuffles and election prep signals.
December 13, 2025
Analytics
Russian troops and drones advancing Ukraine war 2025 concept illustration

No Quick War End in Sight: Military Expert Warns of Russia’s Growing Offensive Capability

Military expert warns there’s no quick end to the war — Russia’s offensive capability is growing with more troops, drones and artillery, meaning prolonged clashes and heavier fighting ahead.
December 7, 2025
Analytics
Keith Kellogg US envoy Ukraine peace talks 2025

Kellogg: “We Are in the Final 10 Meters Before Russia’s War Ends”

Kellogg says Ukraine is in the “final 10 meters” before Russia’s war ends, urging unified strategy, sustained support and political resolve as Kyiv presses for security and peace.
December 7, 2025
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Interview
Interview

Dmytro Khylyuk, Journalist Held by Russia for 3.5 Years: “I Was Constantly Starving. I Even Tried Eating Toothpaste”

Journalist Dmytro Khylyuk recounts 3.5 years in Russian captivity: starvation, brutal conditions and even trying to eat toothpaste to survive, fighting to rebuild life after release.
December 18, 2025
Interview

Ukraine Destroyed More Than Just a Tanker – It Hit Russia’s Economy at Its Core

Ukraine didn’t just sink a Russian tanker — its strikes are hitting the heart of Russia’s war economy, targeting fuel, refineries and chokepoints that undermine Moscow’s revenue and military financing.
December 12, 2025
Interview
Ukraine peace plan negotiations deadlock over Donbas and Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant issues

Ukraine Peace Plan Deadlock – Russia Insists on Donbas and Zaporizhzhia NPP, U.S. Wants Quick Deal, Zelenskyy Pushes Back

Ukraine‑Russia peace plan stalls as Moscow insists on Donbas and Zaporizhzhia NPP terms and the U.
December 11, 2025
Interview
Matthias Schmale UN Coordinator Ukraine 2025 press briefing

Matthias Schmale: The international community must work to restore respect for Ukraine’s territorial integrity

UN coordinator Matthias Schmale urges the world to uphold Ukraine’s territorial integrity, reject forced concessions and keep Kyiv central in peace efforts, warning humanitarian needs and war risks persist.
December 9, 2025
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Investigation
Investigation
Ukraine and U.S. representatives at second peace talks in Berlin

From Diplomacy to Backroom Deals: How Ukraine Lost Control of the Negotiations

Ukraine’s peace talks have slipped from formal diplomacy into backroom deals with unmandated intermediaries, weakening institutional control and risking foreign influence over the nation’s future amid wartime negotiations.
December 22, 2025
Investigation
Investigation into embezzlement of funds from Ukraine defense contracts

Over $14 Million “In the Shadows”: How Funds from Defense Contracts Were Embezzled

Investigation reveals over ₴578 million ($14M+) was embezzled from Ukraine’s defense contracts via shadow firms and laundering schemes, exposing deep corruption in military procurement.
December 15, 2025
Investigation
Investigation into offshore transfers linked to Kolomoiskyy and Zelenskyy

“It Wasn’t $40 Million, It Was $640 Million”: Slidstvo.Info Again Questions Kolomoiskyy About Transfers to Zelenskyy’s Offshore Accounts

Slidstvo.Info revisits offshore probe, alleging billions in transfers linked to Zelenskyy’s circle — Kolomoiskyy denies $40M claim but suggests sums may reach $640M, fueling scrutiny of elite finance.
December 13, 2025
Investigation
Winter view of Bukovel ski resort in the Carpathians with road access

Ukraine to Spend $200 Million on Roads to Bukovel’s Private Resorts — Including Those Linked to Kolomoyskyi and Mindich

Ukraine plans to spend ~9 bn UAH on roads to Bukovel resorts tied to powerful insiders like Kolomoyskyi and Mindich, sparking controversy over conflicts of interest and public procurement amid war.
December 8, 2025
Investigation
Ukraine government building in Kyiv — symbol of power struggle 2025

Cracks in Ukraine’s Governmental ‘Vertical’: Anti-Yermak Faction Gains Ground

A secret coalition of Ukrainian lawmakers and top officials forced the exit of Zelenskyy’s powerful chief of staff Yermak, reshaping Kyiv’s power structure and testing new multipolar governance amid political turmoil.
December 8, 2025
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Business
Business
Map of proposed road to Bukovel resort Ukraine 2025 scandal

200-Million US Dollars Road Scandal to Bukovel Forces Ukraine’s Regional Reconstruction Chief to Resign

December 9, 2025
A major scandal erupts over a proposed $200 M (≈9 bn UAH) road project to Bukovel, forcing Ukraine’s Ivano‑Frankivsk regional reconstruction chief to resign amid controversy over unauthorized tender moves.
Business
Cargo ship at Black Sea, representing vessel transporting looted grain from Mariupol to Türkiye, 2025

Ukraine Alerts Turkey About Ship Carrying Grain Looted by Russia From Occupied Mariupol

December 8, 2025
Ukraine notifies Turkey about a Russian‑flagged ship carrying 6,000 t of grain looted from occupied Mariupol, urging Ankara to act as Kyiv protests illicit exports from occupied territory.
Business
Construction site of Odesa Regional Children’s Hospital — Italy-Ukraine 2025 medical aid

Investment in Ukrainian Healthcare: Italy Provides €30 Million for a Children’s Hospital in Odesa

December 8, 2025
Italy will invest €30 million to build a modern children’s hospital in Odesa, expanding care for 260+ young patients and strengthening regional healthcare as part of Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts.
Business
Denmark Ukraine Fire Point corruption scandal 2025 – press conference image

Denmark Sounds Alarm Over Ukraine’s Corruption Scandal, Awaits Fire Point Report

December 2, 2025
Denmark flags Ukraine corruption fears tied to the Fire Point scandal and demands a full report as Copenhagen tracks donated funds and presses Kyiv for transparency amid soaring anti‑graft scrutiny.
Business
Fire Point factory interior with drones in production, highlighting NABU investigation into Mindich and potential overpricing

Fire Point Investigation: NABU Seeks Funds Data, Links to Mindich, Possible Drone Overpricing Scandal

November 16, 2025
Ukraine’s anti‑corruption watchdog is probing Fire Point over stalled financial data, possible drone contract overpricing and links to fugitive ally Mindich — raising fresh corruption concerns in defense procurement.
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History
History
Illustration of ancient Kyiv with Ukrainian flag and DNA helix, symbolizing 2,700 years of history and Aryan ancestry

Kyiv Turns 2,700 Years Old: Ancient DNA Reveals True Origins of Ukrainians vs. Russians

Kyiv is 2,700 years old! Groundbreaking DNA research reveals Ukrainians as true Aryan descendants while exposing Russians as genetically unrelated—shattering centuries of myth
December 26, 2025
History
Ukrainian volunteer fighters moments before a combat mission on Christmas night, symbolizing resolve, unity, and sacrifice

They Went Into the Christmas Night So We Could See the Morning

On Christmas night 2022, four Ukrainian volunteers walked into the enemy’s rear and never returned.
December 25, 2025
History
The True Founders of Russian Statehood: Golden Horde Khans 1238–1357

The Mongol Birth of Russia: Uncovering the Real Founders of Moscow

New research argues Moscow wasn’t born of Kievan Rus’ — it rose under the Mongol Golden Horde, with khans shaping early Muscovy long before Slavic princes, challenging Russia’s origin myths.
November 21, 2025
History
Historic photo of Ukrainian soldiers and civilians celebrating liberation from Nazi occupation, symbolizing resilience and victory over tyranny.

Ukraine Marks the Day of Liberation from Nazi Occupiers

Explore how Ukraine was freed from Nazi occupation, honoring the resilience and heroism of its people in one of history’s pivotal struggles and the legacy that still shapes national pride today.
October 28, 2025
History
Trypillian pottery and painted vessel from Cucuteni-Trypillia culture

The Enduring Presence of Trypillian Genes in Ukrainians and Why This Shapes Our History

A complex DNA test reveals Trypillian genes still present in Ukrainians today – a powerful link connecting modern identity with ancient heritage and national history
October 2, 2025
Technology
Technology
Protector unmanned ground system with combat module tested by Ukrainian Armor

Ukrainian Armored Vehicles Expand Range of Heavy Ground Robotic Systems

Ukraine expands its battlefield edge with new heavy ground robotic systems and armored UGVs, boosting range, firepower and unmanned support roles to strengthen frontline defenses and protect troops.
December 18, 2025
Technology
Magura V7 naval drone armed with missiles on the Black Sea water surface

The First in the World to Shoot Down a Su-30 Fighter: New Photos of the Magura V7 Drone with Missiles

New photos show Ukraine’s Magura V7 naval drone armed with surface‑to‑air missiles — the first sea drone to shoot down Russian Su‑30 fighters in a historic Black Sea engagement.
December 8, 2025
Technology
Ukrainian auto‑targeting camera system ready to counter drones 2025

Ukrainian-Made Camera With Auto-Targeting System Unveiled to Counter Shahed Drones

Ukraine unveils the Kurbas‑640 AI camera for interceptor drones, automatically spotting and guiding UAVs to destroy high‑speed Russian Shahed attack drones and boost air defence efficiency.
December 4, 2025
Technology
Ukrainian defence-tech startup team working on radar prototype, EU4UA grant 2025

Ukraine’s MilTech Startups to Receive EU Grants of Up to €150,000

Ukraine’s miltech startups stand to receive EU grants of up to €150,000 to build high‑speed interceptors, radar systems and defense prototypes—boosting innovation in the heart of the war economy.
December 1, 2025
Technology
Ukraine HUR cyber specialists attack Russian Railways and tax systems in cyberwar operation

Ukrainian cyber specialists attacked Russian Railways services

Cyber specialists from Ukraine’s Intelligence Directorate (HUR) attacked Russian Railways’ online system.
June 8, 2025
Technology
A Ukrainian emigrant is the founder of the popular mobile application WhatsApp

A Ukrainian emigrant is the founder of the popular mobile application WhatsApp

This is about Jan Koum, an ordinary guy from the Kyiv region who managed to live out his “American dream” and create an app used by hundreds of millions of people around the world.
May 16, 2025
Culture
Culture
Exhibition at Kyiv Pechersk Lavra on the 14th–15th century Kyiv Principality

Kyiv Pechersk Lavra Hosts Exhibition on the Kyiv Principality of the 14th–15th Centuries

Kyiv’s Pechersk Lavra opens a major exhibition on the 14th–15th‑century Kyiv Principality, showcasing medieval history, religion and statehood roots, and celebrating Ukraine’s cultural heritage.
December 17, 2025
Culture
Traditional Ukrainian embroidered shirts displayed at Uzhhorod Skansen

Uzhhorod Skansen Opens Exhibition of Embroidered Shirts Based on Authentic Patterns

Uzhhorod Skansen opens “Our History” exhibition of embroidered shirts and beadwork based on authentic Transcarpathian patterns, celebrating regional folk art and heritage by master artisans.
December 14, 2025
Culture
Winners of the 2025 Book Arsenal Best Book Design competition among Ukrainian publications

The Book Arsenal Has Compiled a List of the Most Beautiful Ukrainian Publications

Book Arsenal names Ukraine’s most beautiful books of 2025, awarding top design prizes to standout titles in utilitarian, art, text and visual storytelling categories from 225 submissions.
December 11, 2025
Culture
French version of Chapter Ukraine catalogue featuring Ukrainian translated books

French Version of Chapter Ukraine Created — Catalogue of Ukrainian Books in Translation

The French version of Chapter Ukraine launches with a catalog of over 100 Ukrainian books in translation from 34 publishers, boosting global access to Ukrainian literature in French.
December 10, 2025
Culture
Map of Ukraine with icons of historic monuments – UNESCO protection sites 2025

19 Ukrainian Sites Added to UNESCO’s List of Cultural Property Under Enhanced Protection

UNESCO added 19 Ukrainian churches, museums and historic landmarks to its list of cultural property under enhanced protection, boosting legal safeguards for Ukraine’s heritage amid wartime threats.
December 5, 2025
Culture
St. Nicholas Cathedral in Kyiv designed by Vladyslav Horodetskyi

“Kyiv’s Gaudí” Vladyslav Horodetskyi

On June 4, 1863, in the village of Sholudky in the Podolia Governorate, the renowned architect of Polish descent, known as the “Kyiv Gaudí,” Vladyslav Horodetskyi was born, Diaspora.
June 4, 2025
Art
Art
Artwork by Ukrainian civilian prisoners displayed at Art of Captivity exhibition in Kherson

Ukraine’s Art of Captivity: Exhibition of Civilian Prisoners’ Artwork Opens in Kherson

“Art of Captivity” exhibition opens in Kherson showcasing drawings by civilian detainees held by Russia since 2022, bringing their voices and resilience to the world through powerful artwork.
December 12, 2025
Art
Kolomyia exhibition 2025 – paintings by mother of fallen Azov soldier

On Ukraine’s Armed Forces Day, Kolomyia Opens Exhibition of Paintings by Mother of Fallen Azov Soldier

In Kolomyia on Ukraine’s Armed Forces Day, artist Hanna Kisilishyna opened an exhibition of 13 paintings honoring her fallen Azov‑soldier son and other heroes, capturing war, loss and resilience.
December 6, 2025
Art
Sculpture made of damaged Ukrainian furniture and missile fragments – war art 2025

With Fragments of Russian Missiles: French Artist Creates Sculptures from Damaged Ukrainian Furniture

French artist Alexandre Henry turned Russian missile fragments and war‑damaged Ukrainian furniture into sculptures, transforming destruction into art and reflecting resilience and memory from frontline towns.
December 5, 2025
Art
Poster of Oleksandr Murashko exhibition Paris 2025 — Ukrainian modernist painting shown

Paris Unveils Exhibition “Oleksandr Murashko: Light and Shadow of Ukrainian Modernism”

Paris opens “Oleksandr Murashko: Light and Shadow of Ukrainian Modernism” at UNESCO, celebrating the centennial of the Ukrainian master’s impact and restoring his art’s voice on the global stage.
December 4, 2025
Art
Sheptytskyy Museum Lviv facade 2025 reopening

Sheptytskyy Museum in Lviv Reopens with Expanded Collection of Ukrainian Art and Relics

Lviv’s Sheptytskyy Museum reopens with expanded Ukrainian art and sacred relics, honoring Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytskyy’s legacy and showcasing rare works and personal artifacts in a revitalized cultural centerpiece.
December 1, 2025
Art
Ukrainian International Ballet — empty stage after Swan Lake cancelation 2025

Swan Lake Canceled: Ukrainian International Ballet Pulls Out

The largest Ukrainian ballet company abroad Ukrainian International Ballet has refused to perform Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake — the project has been canceled.
October 9, 2025
Music
Music
Ukrainian Christmas carolers in traditional clothing singing kolyadky, preserving ancient winter traditions and cultural heritage

The Ukrainian “Shchedryk”: How “Carol of the Bells” Became a Song of Resistance

“Carol of the Bells” is actually Ukrainian.
December 25, 2025
Music
Crowd enjoys live jazz performance in Lviv 2025 Jazz Bez festival

Lviv Set to Host Renowned “Jazz Bez” Festival

Lviv becomes jazz central as the acclaimed Jazz Bez festival returns with top international acts and bold improvisational sets—bringing global music culture to wartime Ukraine.
December 2, 2025
Music
Andriy “Diezel” Yatsenko of Green Grey — Ukrainian rock frontman and 90s music icon — honored at a farewell ceremony in Kyiv.

Farewell to Diezel: Green Grey Frontman Who Defined Ukraine’s 90s Music Era

Ukraine mourns Diezel — the frontman of Green Grey whose energy and hits defined the ’90s rock scene — as friends, fans, and peers bid a heartfelt farewell in Kyiv.
October 23, 2025
Music
Armed Forces Orchestra performing outdoors in Irpin 2025 charity concert

The Power of Music: In Irpin, the Armed Forces Orchestra Gathered Locals for a Charity Concert

Near the city registry office in Irpin, a charity concert took place featuring artists from the vocal and instrumental ensemble Unbreakable and the Military brass band of the Honored Academic Exemplary Orchestra of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
October 7, 2025
Music
Kelsie Kimberlin in Kyiv war‑torn landscape for Dream of Peace music video 2025

“Dream of Peace”: How Kelsie Kimberlin’s Music Video Echoes Ukraine’s Cry for Freedom

Kelsie Kimberlin’s ‘Dream of Peace’ merges music and war realities, filmed in Kyiv during heavy Russian strikes.
September 30, 2025
Culture
Kelsie Kimberlin Releases New Video "Turn Back" to support Ukraine, help those injured and to raise funds for reconstruction

Kelsie Kimberlin Releases New Video “Turn Back” to support Ukraine, help those injured and to raise funds for reconstruction

My new video “Turn Back” is the third of the trilogy of videos I filmed in Ukraine in August, 2023.
November 16, 2023
Movie
Movie

Documentary Film About Ukrainian Soldiers of the 225th Separate Assault Regiment Presented in Kyiv

A powerful new documentary “225” about Ukraine’s 225th Separate Assault Regiment premiered in Kyiv, chronicling frontline lives, brotherhood and sacrifice as soldiers endure the toughest battles of the war.
December 8, 2025
Movie
Poster or still from Ukrainian holiday comedy Train to Christmas as it screens in 90 cities across Germany and Austria

Ukrainian Holiday Comedy “Train to Christmas” to Screen in 90+ Cities Across Germany and Austria

Ukrainian family comedy Train to Christmas will screen in 92 cities across Germany and Austria this winter, expanding Ukrainian cinema’s reach and bringing holiday cheer to European audiences.
December 4, 2025
Movie
Still from the Ukrainian film You Are the Cosmos capturing emotional wartime storytelling and its rise as a cinematic success

How U Are the Universe Movie Became a Wartime Cinematic Success

Ukrainian sci‑fi hit You Are the Cosmos is breaking records and sparking debate — from festival wins to huge box‑office buzz — proving wartime cinema can captivate global audiences.
December 3, 2025
Movie
Chris Parry holding Emmy Award for Ukraine war documentary 2025

British Documentary About Ukraine War and Volunteer Hero Wins Prestigious Emmy Award

A British documentary about volunteer hero Chris Parry, who saved 400+ Ukrainians before dying on evacuation missions, has won a prestigious International Emmy for its powerful frontline storytelling.
November 27, 2025
Movie
Movie set behind the scenes with Ukrainian soldiers and filmmakers shooting one of the Culture Ministry‑funded war films about the Russian‑Ukraine conflict.

Top 5 Lavish War Films Backed by Ukraine’s Culture Ministry – ₴145 Million Spent

Ukraine’s Culture Ministry just poured ₴145 million into five lavish war films and series about Ukraine’s defenders — from Black Sea drama to frontline sagas and civilian courage.
November 1, 2025
Movie
Collage of films screening at Molodist 2025, featuring international festival winners from Cannes, Berlinale, Locarno and Venice at Kyiv’s cinema event. EMPR.media

Top Films from International Festivals to Be Screened at Kyiv’s “Molodist”: Full Lineup Revealed

Kyiv’s 54th Molodist film festival reveals its full lineup — featuring standout films from Cannes, Berlinale, Venice and Locarno, including powerful narratives and award‑winning cinema.
October 16, 2025
Sport
Sport
Kateryna Kotsar celebrates silver medal at Big Air World Cup

Kateryna Kotsar Wins Historic Silver for Ukraine at Big Air World Cup

Ukrainian skier Kateryna Kotsar makes history with a silver medal in Big Air at the Freestyle World Cup in Steamboat, USA — Ukraine’s first ever medal in this event.
December 15, 2025
Sport
Oleksandr Usyk and Vasyl Lomachenko ranked among top pound for pound boxers

Oleksandr Usyk and Vasyl Lomachenko Ranked in the Top 10 P4P Boxers of the 21st Century

Oleksandr Usyk and Vasyl Lomachenko both rank in the top 10 of the 21st century’s best pound‑for‑pound boxers, cementing Ukraine’s elite legacy in world boxing history.
December 12, 2025
Sport
Vitaliy Mandzyn Ukrainian biathlon Östersund Sprint 2025

Ukraine Earns First World Cup Points as Mandzyn Cracks Top 25 in Östersund Sprint

Ukraine earns its first Biathlon World Cup points as Vitaliy Mandzyn finishes 24th in the Östersund sprint, breaking the no‑points streak and leading Kyiv’s charge in Sweden’s opening stage.
December 6, 2025
Sport
Three Ukrainian tennis players shortlisted for WTA Shot of the Year with dynamic action, national pride, and athletic excellence

Three Ukrainians Shortlisted for WTA Shot of the Year

Three Ukrainian tennis stars — Kostyuk, Svitolina and Yastremska — are nominated for the WTA’s 2025 Shot of the Year, with fans urged to vote on Instagram for the spectacular contenders.
December 6, 2025
Sport
Ukrainian short-track skaters celebrate Olympic quota 2025, Oleg Gandey on ice

Ukraine Secures Three Short Track Speed Skating Spots for the 2026 Olympics

Ukraine secures three short‑track speed skating spots for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan‑Cortina, boosting Kyiv’s Olympic hopes as athletes prepare for fierce competition on ice.
December 2, 2025
Ukraine
The World largest aircraft "Mriya" dragged for 4 meters by Ukrainian strongmen

The World largest aircraft “Mriya” dragged for 4 meters by Ukrainian strongmen

Eight Ukrainian strongmen pulled the world’s largest aircraft AN-225 “Mriya” more than four meters and set a national record.
August 27, 2021
Travel
Travel
Interior of interactive science museum in Ukraine 2025

Ukraine’s Top 10 Science Museums You Need to See

Explore Ukraine’s top 10 science museums and interactive spaces — from planetariums to hands‑on exhibits in Lviv, Kyiv, Dnipro and more — perfect for curious visitors of all ages.
December 7, 2025
Travel
Kelsie Kimberlin at the Kherson gate arch near the frontline in southern Ukraine

Kelsie Kimberlin Visits Kherson Maternity Hospital. Life and Resilience in a Hero City

American singer‑humanitarian Kelsie Kimberlin visits Kherson’s maternity hospital under fire, spotlighting mothers and doctors defying shelling to give life and hope amid war‑torn resilience.
November 26, 2025
Travel
Panoramic village scenes of Kolochava and Synevyrska Polyana in Zakarpattia, Ukraine — newly named among the world’s best tourism villages by the UNWTO.

Two Ukrainian Villages Included in the UN Ranking of the World’s Best Tourist Villages

Kolochava and Synevyrska Polyana in Zakarpattia have been honored on the UNWTO Best Tourism Villages list, celebrating their culture, nature, and sustainable travel appeal. EMPR.media
October 20, 2025
Travel
The most massive ascent: Six Ukrainians conquered Everest in a single day

The most massive ascent: Six Ukrainians conquered Everest in a single day

The most massive ascent: Six Ukrainians conquered Everest in a single day.
May 18, 2025
Travel
More than 3 million tourists have visited Ukraine in 2021

More than 3 million tourists have visited Ukraine in 2021

More than 3 million tourists have visited Ukraine in 2021 since the beginning of the year.
November 16, 2021
Travel
Ten places in Kyiv, where you can work comfortably

Ten places in Kyiv, where you can work comfortably

If you are looking for a location in Kyiv, where you can not only have a delicious snack and drink some coffee, but sit quietly with.
May 27, 2018

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