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World Premiere of Ukrainian Film “Rotation” Took Place at the Film Festival Rotterdam
The Ukrainian film *Rotation* had its world premiere at the prestigious Rotterdam Film Festival, earning international attention and acclaim, and marking a major moment for Ukraine’s cinema on the global stage.
Feb 4, 2026
![Exploded missile debris and Ukrainian air defense launches counter‑measures after Russia’s expensive February 3 attack failed to inflict major damage. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}](https://empr.media/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Снимок-экрана-2026-02-04-в-13.00.37-300x164.png)
The Kremlin Burned $325 Million on a Failed Night of Terror Against Ukraine
Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate says Russia spent $324.8M on missiles and drones in a huge February 3 attack on energy infrastructure — but Ukraine’s air defense shot down nearly 80% of them. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Feb 4, 2026

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of February 4, 2026
Frontline combat and peace talks in Ukraine and Russia war, showing troops advancing, smoke from strikes, and negotiators in Abu Dhabi on Feb 4 2026.
Feb 4, 2026

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of February 2, 2026
Feb 2 2026 Russia-Ukraine war update: Moscow’s assaults continue with drones, missiles and strikes on energy systems, heavy frontline combat and ongoing military pressure across multiple regions.
Feb 2, 2026
![Veterans rally in Cherkasy protest with banners and flags demanding investigation into the death of Serhiy Rusinov at Nekhvoroshch. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}](https://empr.media/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/veterany-1-300x197.png)
In Cherkasy, Veterans Protest Demanding Investigation into Serhiy Rusinov’s Death
Veterans from across Ukraine halted a Cherkasy motorcade, rallying for justice after the fatal Nekhvoroshch shooting — demanding answers, accountability and a fair probe into Rusinov’s death. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Feb 2, 2026

Russia Strikes Bus in Ternivka, Dnipropetrovsk Region Carrying Miners After Shift: 16 Dead
A Russian UAV strike hit a service bus carrying miners in Ternivka after their shift, leaving at least 16 dead and many injured. Ukrainian officials condemn the attack as a war crime. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Feb 1, 2026

Kyiv’s thermal power plant cannot be restored. Will the city face evacuation?
After massive Russian attacks on Kyiv’s critical infrastructure, one major CHP plant can’t be restored — exacerbating the city’s energy crunch, though officials say no evacuation is planned. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Feb 1, 2026

Ukrainian Military Upgrades Soviet “Kub” Air Defense System to Shoot Down “Shahed” Drones
Ukraine’s military has reinvented the Soviet Kub air defense system, integrating modern controls to hunt down Russian Shahed attack drones — a smart hybrid defense breakthrough. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Feb 1, 2026

Russians Strike Maternity Hospital in Zaporizhzhia
Russian drones struck a maternity hospital in Zaporizhzhia, injuring multiple civilians and sparking fires as shattered glass and smoke filled wards — a brazen attack on a medical facility. ([empr.media](https://empr.media/news/war/russians-strike-maternity-hospital-in-zaporizhzhia/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)) :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Feb 1, 2026

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of February 1, 2026
Breaking Russia–Ukraine war update Feb 1 2026: intense artillery, mass drone strikes and Ukrainian defenders holding firm across multiple fronts — latest verified developments.
Feb 1, 2026

“Ice Age in Kyiv.” How Power Engineers and Railway Workers Are Restoring Electricity and Heat Around the Clock
Amid sub-zero cold and relentless Russian strikes, Kyiv’s power engineers and railway workers are risking their lives to restore electricity and heat — EMPR.media on the winter battle for warmth.
Jan 31, 2026

Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi Fully Under Defense Forces Control, – DeepState
Ukraine’s Defense Forces firmly control Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi despite periodic enemy infiltration attempts — EMPR.media reports on the latest frontline security and strategic significance.
Jan 31, 2026