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Russia has burned nearly $871 billion on its war machine during 12 years of conflict with Ukraine. The staggering numbers expose the true cost of Putin’s invasion and its economic toll.
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.
After Russia’s strike shut down the Druzhba oil pipeline, Hungary’s Viktor Orban and Slovakia’s Robert Fico doubled down on pro-Russian energy politics, exposing risks to EU unity and domestic economics on empr.media. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
If Ukraine is expected to withdraw troops for peace, should Russia remove occupied regions from its own constitution? Sustainable peace requires border clarity. | empr.media
Why selling Ukrainian-made drones abroad during an ongoing war could erode the country’s defense edge. A provocative analysis on strategic risk, industry survival, and global security.
Ukraine calls the CAS helmet ruling an affront to sacrifice and dignity. Heraskevych says critics wanted to devalue their sacrifice but ended up devaluing themselves. Read the full reaction.
New data shatters the myth of success against Russia’s shadow fleet: January 2026 saw record oil exports via sanctioned tankers as Europe still fears escalation. | empr.media
Epstein’s Dream in the Verkhovna Rada: Why Does Ukraine Need to Legalize Marriage with 14-Year-Olds?
Ukrainian lawmakers triggered heated debate by proposing a new civil code that could, in exceptional situations like pregnancy, allow courts to approve marriage from age 14 — raising rights and child protection concerns.
Amid drone strikes, artillery barrages and KAB attacks, Dnipro animal volunteers are evacuating pets from frontline Ukrainian communities — risking life and limb to save innocent lives.
The commander of Ukraine’s Rarog drone brigade, Oleh “Hasan” Huyt, was awarded the prestigious Hero of Ukraine title for leading elite UAV operations and battlefield impact in the war against Russia. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
With Russia’s temporary energy pause expiring Feb 1, Ukraine may confront brutal blackouts, political brinkmanship, and survival politics this winter — EMPR.media breaks down what’s next.
An in-depth look at the man accused of shaping Ukraine’s wartime messaging — from calls to dismantle the army to allegations of censorship and information isolation at the highest level.