Analytics

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.

Dialogue with Putin is futile, critics argue, as Kremlin threats, blackmail and aggression persist — meaning peace talks risk legitimizing Russian demands without delivering real security for Ukraine.

Analysis suggests Rustem Umerov may be prepping personal post‑war security and life plans for Zelenskyy — not peace deals — sparking fresh debate about priorities amid Ukraine’s negotiations.

Mykhailo Fedorov set to lead Zelenskyy’s election effort under a new political brand as Oleksandr Kornienko becomes Servant of the People party head amid wider reshuffles and election prep signals.

Military expert warns there’s no quick end to the war — Russia’s offensive capability is growing with more troops, drones and artillery, meaning prolonged clashes and heavier fighting ahead.

Kellogg says Ukraine is in the “final 10 meters” before Russia’s war ends, urging unified strategy, sustained support and political resolve as Kyiv presses for security and peace.

On Ukraine’s Armed Forces Day, the nation honors frontline heroes defending freedom, resilience and unity, celebrating courage amid ongoing war as soldiers, families and communities stand strong together.

An investigation reveals abuse of Ukrainian orphans evacuated to Turkey, while officials stay silent and Olena Zelenska, central to the evacuation deal, has not addressed the crisis or responded to inquiries.

Andriy Yermak controversially handed MH17 witness Volodymyr Tsemakh to Russia in 2019 despite investigators’ objections, undermining the probe into the downing of flight MH17 and sparking international outrage.

Yermak may have left Bankova, but Zelenskyy still shields key figures tied to democracy‑eroding schemes — from Tatarov to Kravchenko — keeping Kyiv’s political rot intact.

How Russia engineered Andriy Yermak’s rise to Ukraine’s Presidential Office chief, using psychological tactics and Kremlin pressure to shape Zelenskyy’s choice and steer Kyiv’s power dynamics.