Opinion
Ukraine Opinion & Analysis: War, Politics, Security & Global Affairs
On the fourth anniversary of Feb 24, 2022, we break down real combat losses, shattered assumptions, key strategic lessons and why Ukraine’s resilience defied early predictions.
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This investigation tracks Ukraine’s Berkut unit “Black Company,” detailing its brutal beatings, abductions and mass shootings of Maidan protesters — including 48 killed on Instytutska Street. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
New investigative findings reveal alleged links between offshore money flows, Russian-linked operators and Ukrainian officials Mindich and Halushchenko, as NABU exposes a complex corruption network tied to Gazprom and hidden financial chains. empr.media.
Explore how Starlink went from keeping lights on to shaping battlefield communications — including whitelist strategies to block misuse, support frontline units, and counter Russian tech in Ukraine.
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Polish – Ukrainian relations: Why historical memory fuels tensions
Polish-Ukrainian relations: historical memory and the UPA naming controversy stoke political tensions, yet bilateral cooperation and shared security interests against Russia remain intact
Jun 22, 2026
Ukraine and the Collapse of the Old Security System: Humanity Has Entered a New Era of War
The Ukraine war exposed the collapse of the old global security system and revealed a new era of technological warfare, drones, cyber conflict, and permanent adaptation.
May 23, 2026
Andriy Yermak: Power, Influence, and Controversies Inside Ukraine’s Wartime Leadership
An in-depth EMPR analysis of Andriy Yermak’s influence on Ukraine’s wartime politics, diplomacy, internal power structures, and global perception.
May 14, 2026
