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Generals who failed to defend Kharkiv region have been taken into custody
Breaking: Ukraine’s SBU and State Bureau of Investigation have detained two generals and a colonel accused of failing to defend Kharkiv Oblast during Russia’s May 2024 offensive — a major accountability moment on the front. | empr.media. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Jan 22, 2025
70% of Ukrainians would not move to another country if borders were opened – survey. INFOGRAPHIC
A new survey reveals 70% of Ukrainians say they *wouldn’t move abroad* even if borders were fully open — a bold indicator of national resilience and future outlook in war‑time Ukraine | empr.media. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Jan 22, 2025
There’s a new twist in the scandal involving Zelenskyy’s office regarding the Big Nuclear Construction
Big twist in the Zelensky nuclear saga: Hmelnytskyi plant expansion fuels political heat as anti-corruption investigators expose alleged kickbacks and power struggles inside the presidential circle. | empr.media. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Jan 16, 2025
Maksym Nelipa: from showman to Ukrainian frontline hero
Maksym Nelipa — beloved actor, TV showman and drone unit commander — traded the spotlight for service in the ZSU and died defending Ukraine on May 12, 2025; colleagues and fans mourn his heroic sacrifice. | empr.media. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Jan 12, 2025
Preparing for the holiday feast in Ukraine
From traditional kutia to festive tables of hope, Ukrainians prepare holiday feasts that blend centuries‑old recipes and cultural resilience — even amid war’s challenges. | empr.media
Jan 6, 2025
Attack on Kyiv by Russia: Renowned neurobiologist Ihor Zyma and his wife, scientist Olesia Sokur, killed
Breaking: In a Russian drone attack on Kyiv’s Pechersk district, beloved Ukrainian neurobiologist Ihor Zyma and his wife, biochemist Olesia Sokur, were killed in their home — a devastating loss for global science and Ukraine. | empr.media. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Jan 2, 2025
Shahed targeted the National Bank: what happened in the capital last night?
Overnight Shahed drone attack rattled Kyiv: debris struck the National Bank building, igniting a rooftop blaze that firefighters quickly quelled — operations continue and no casualties were reported | empr.media.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Jan 1, 2025
Russian shahed drones attacked Kyiv on New Year’s Eve
Breaking: On New Year’s Eve Russia launched 111 Shahed‑type attack drones at Ukraine, including Kyiv. Air defenses shot down most, but debris hit the capital, killed civilians and damaged buildings. | empr.media. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Jan 1, 2025
Drone fragments fell on the roof of a 25-story building in Brovary
Overnight in Brovary (Kyiv region), debris from a downed Russian Shahed drone crashed onto the roof of a 25‑story residential building, igniting a fire and prompting resident evacuations — no casualties reported | empr.media. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Dec 22, 2024
The Church of St. Nicholas in Kyiv, damaged by Russian shelling, will be restored to its 19th-century authenticity
Historic St. Nicholas Church in Kyiv, hit by Russian shelling last winter, will be restored to its 19th‑century architectural authenticity under a new cultural heritage plan as Ukraine rebuilds after war. | empr.media.
Dec 22, 2024
In Kyiv, Russian attacks have damaged the embassies of six countries
A Russian missile attack on Kyiv on Dec 20 damaged six foreign embassies — including Albania, Argentina and Portugal — shattering windows and doors in a major blow to diplomatic institutions | empr.media. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Dec 20, 2024
Kyiv. Aftermath of the attack
After a Russian missile and drone barrage on Kyiv, emergency services completed search, rescue and debris removal; dozens were injured and at least two killed, with widespread damage to homes and power infrastructure as crews worked round‑the‑clock. | empr.media. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Dec 20, 2024