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Gerry Connolly at a press event discussing Ukraine’s NATO integration, calling for full territorial inclusion and end to war before membership.

Full integration of Ukraine into NATO: Gerry Connolly’s position

Gerry Connolly, president of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, says NATO should integrate all of Ukraine—including Donbas, south, and Crimea—when the war ends, emphasizing sovereignty first. | empr.media

Oct 21, 2024

Ukrainian Navy warship Hetman Ivan Mazepa underway during its first sea trials, showcasing modern naval capability and military readiness

Ukrainian warship “Hetman Ivan Mazepa” begins sea trials

Ukraine’s cutting-edge warship Hetman Ivan Mazepa has started crucial sea trials, signaling a major leap in Black Sea naval power as Kyiv strengthens defenses. Read more on empr.media.

Oct 17, 2024

Students and instructors at Ukraine’s first certified drone operator school mastering UAV flight skills and tactical controls during training sessions

Ukraine has certified its first drone operator school

Ukraine officially certifies its first drone operator school, marking a key step in building a professional UAV training ecosystem to support defense, civilian skills and national security.

Oct 17, 2024

Wide shot of the Frankfurt Book Fair exhibition hall with publishers’ stands, highlighting global literary brands and cultural exchanges

Five Russian publishers will participate in the world’s largest book fair

Five Russian publishing houses will be present at the world’s largest book fair, sparking debate over culture, censorship, and Ukraine’s response to their participation. empr.media.

Oct 16, 2024

Overview map and frontline combat imagery showing Russia‑Ukraine war zones with active troop movements and shelling locations as of Oct 15, 2024.

Russia – Ukraine war updates as of October 15, 2024

Get the latest Russia‑Ukraine war updates as of Oct 15, 2024 — key combat reports, drone and missile attacks, frontline changes, and global geopolitical impacts in one place.

Oct 16, 2024

Illustration of drones over Mali desert, representing contested reports of Ukraine-linked UAV support against Wagner mercenaries in Sahel conflict

A French media outlet has accused Ukraine of supplying drones to rebels in Mali to counter the Wagner Group

French media claims Ukraine has been supplying drones to Tuareg rebels in Mali to counter Wagner forces — but Kyiv rejects the reports, calling them false narratives amid geopolitical tensions.

Oct 15, 2024

Colonel Denys Prokopenko of the Azov Corps addressing troops on the anniversary of the UPA’s founding, symbolizing Ukrainian resistance heritage

We do not worship the ashes – we keep the fire alive. Commander of “Azov” Denys Prokopenko “Redis” congratulated on the anniversary of the founding of the UPA

Azov commander Denys “Redis” Prokopenko salutes fighters on the UPA founding anniversary, framing their courage as the living fire of Ukrainian resistance at the front. empr.media.

Oct 15, 2024