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SBU Releases Footage of Strike on Major Tamannaftogaz Oil Terminal in Russia
Ukraine’s Security Service has released dramatic footage of a drone strike on Russia’s Tamannaftogaz oil terminal in Krasnodar Krai, showing major fires and infrastructure damage.
Jan 23, 2026

Contains Uranium: Flash Warns of the Danger of a Shahed Drone Armed With an R-60 Missile
Ukraine expert Serhii “Flash” warns Russia’s new tactic: Shahed drones carrying Soviet R-60 missiles with uranium rod warhead elements could pose radiation and secondary explosion hazards.
Jan 22, 2026

Ukrainian Artist Carpetman Wins Music Moves Europe Awards 2026
Ukrainian artist Carpetman clinches a coveted Music Moves Europe Awards 2026 title, blending mystique, millions of streams, and global momentum — only on empr.media.
Jan 20, 2026

National Guard Strengthens Security at Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant and Exclusion Zone
Ukraine’s National Guard has ramped up security at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant and exclusion zone with modern weapons, drones, and elite forces, signaling heightened nuclear risk vigilance.
Jan 20, 2026

“Our Home Is 5 Degrees Celsius”: Kyiv Residents Can Warm Up and Eat at Points of Resilience
With Kyiv apartments as cold as 5°C amid power outages, residents flock to points of resilience for warmth, food, hot tea and phone charging — a stark winter survival story from empr.media.
Jan 19, 2026

$10M a Month: The SBU ‘Black Cash’ Scandal Reaches the Top
Shocking testimony alleges a $10M-per-month SBU black cash scheme, extortion, and silence at the very top. Not corruption — state-level looting. Investigation by empr.media.
Jan 19, 2026

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of January 19, 2026
On day 1,426 of Russia’s invasion, 144 clashes, 112 airstrikes, 8,156 kamikaze drones, and relentless shelling. Ukraine holds positions and destroys key enemy assets. Full report.
Jan 19, 2026

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of January 18, 2026
Russia intensifies its assault with massive drone use and relentless attacks across the frontlines. Day 1,425 shows rising pressure, heavy losses, and Ukraine holding the line. Analysis on empr.media.
Jan 18, 2026

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of January 16, 2026
Day 1,423 of Russia’s full-scale invasion: 180 combat engagements, near-7000 kamikaze drones used, and fierce clashes across multiple frontlines. Ukraine pushes back; losses mount. Detailed report on empr.media.
Jan 16, 2026

Russians Strike Residential Buildings in Kryvyi Rih with Two “Iskanders,” 13 Injured
Russian forces launched two Iskander ballistic missiles at Kryvyi Rih residential buildings, injuring 13 civilians and damaging homes and cars — witnesses describe chaos and rescue efforts.
Jan 8, 2026

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of January 8, 2026
On Day 1,415 of the Russia‑Ukraine war, over 3,000 kamikaze drones and heavy shelling rocked multiple fronts. Ukrainian forces hold firm amid intense combat, artillery strikes, and deep battles.
Jan 8, 2026

Russia Strikes Odesa Region Ports, Two Killed
Russian forces struck two key ports in Ukraine’s Odesa region with missiles and drones, killing two people and injuring others while damaging port infrastructure vital to Black Sea logistics and Ukraine’s economy. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Jan 7, 2026