Discover Ukraine

Pavlo Ostrikov’s U Are the Universe captivates audiences with a relatable hero, blending cosmic adventure and real-life authenticity, earning critical acclaim and sparking endless discussion in wartime Ukraine.

The 25th Jazz Bez festival in Lviv on December 12–14 features Alina Bzhezhinska Trio, Maryana Sadovska x VESNA, Roland Abreu x Luis Nubiola x Widnokres, and Ninja Episkopat.

Ukraine secured three non-nominal short track licences for the 2026 Olympics, earned by Oleh Handey and Yelyzaveta Sydyorko, adding to the country’s total of 21 Winter Games quotas. 

The renovated Sheptytskyy Museum in Lviv showcases the metropolitan’s personal items, 20th-century Ukrainian art, and sacred artifacts, preserving the memory of the UGCC and his legacy.

EU grants for Ukrainian developers are open until January 14, 2026, supporting high-speed interceptors, modern radar systems, prototype testing, and defense innovation initiatives.

A British documentary about volunteer Chris Parry, who saved over 400 Ukrainians, has won an Emmy, earning recognition for its powerful portrayal of frontline rescues.

From Batu to Janibek, the Golden Horde khans ruled Rostov-Suzdal and Muscovy, shaping the foundations of Russian statehood long before Moscow became independent.

In July–September, the State Enterprise “Center for the Protection of Ukraine’s Information Space” under the Ministry of Culture signed 43 contracts for services related to the production of video content about Ukrainian military personnel, totaling 144.8 million UAH, according to the Prozorro system.

Germany finally left Ukraine in late November 28, 1944. Ukraine’s seven million soldiers, industry, and strategic territory were crucial for the anti-Nazi coalition’s ultimate victory.

Green Grey frontman Andriy “Diezel” Yatsenko has died at 55. The legendary Ukrainian band, known for 90s hits, shaped the country’s rock music scene.

In the “Festival of Festivals” program of the Kyiv International Film Festival “Molodist,” films from the European Film Academy shortlist, the Cannes Film Festival winner, and Sunny Bunny will be screened. The organizers also announced three more films from the international program.

The largest Ukrainian ballet company abroad Ukrainian International Ballet has refused to perform Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake — the project has been canceled.