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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

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.

In a powerful analysis, the author argues Ukrainians are no longer swayed by PR peace pitches and weak leadership messaging — they want honest strategy and mobilization for real victory, not capitulation.

Three Russian attacks shattered Kyiv’s centralized heating system. This is how CHP-5 and CHP-6 became the city’s Achilles’ heel — and why hundreds of thousands are freezing.

A silent deal to reshape Europe is unraveling. The US, Russia and China reposition — but Ukraine’s resistance is breaking the plan and forcing a new global alignment.

Fewer Russian drones, worse blackouts. Kyiv faces freezing outages, silence from officials, and rising anger. Is corruption, not war alone, behind Ukraine’s energy collapse?

Ukrainian forces are closing on the final phase of the Kupiansk clearing operation with most Russian troops encircled and dwindling — intense fighting and strategic shifts as winter campaign continues. EMPR.media

As talks on ending the war continue, Ukraine faces a deeper threat: corruption tracked by Western intelligence, crypto myths exposed, and officials vulnerable to blackmail — turning looting into a national security risk.