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About the terrifying intercontinental missiles
This analytical piece cuts through the hype around Russia’s so‑called “terrifying” intercontinental missiles like Rubezh and Oreshnik, separating Kremlin propaganda from real technical capabilities. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Nov 23, 2024
Why does Russia conduct simulated missile launches against Ukraine?
This analytical piece explains why Russia conducts simulated missile launches targeting Ukraine — whether to intimidate, test systems, influence global perception or signal strategic intent on the battlefield.
Nov 20, 2024
Ending the war or freezing it
This analytical piece dissects the endgame of the Russia‑Ukraine war — contrasting a complete peace settlement with a frozen conflict scenario and unpacking geopolitical, military and security implications.
Nov 19, 2024
With a front line over 1000 km wide, it is senseless and inefficient to manually manage companies and battalions, Prokopenko stated
Ukrainian defense expert Prokopenko states that manually managing companies and battalions across a 1000 km‑wide frontline is senseless and inefficient, calling for automation and smarter command systems.
Nov 19, 2024
Reflections of a Battalion Commander: supporting my unit on the front line
A Ukrainian battalion commander reflects on the chaos of war, the struggle to secure equipment and support for his unit, and the bitter reality facing fighters denied frontline status and pay. Raw, unfiltered frontline perspective on empr.media.
Nov 9, 2024
What does Putin really want?
Vladimir Putin’s real objectives go beyond rhetoric — from securing territory and subjugating Ukraine to pushing back NATO and reshaping global power dynamics. Deep analytical insight on empr.media.
Nov 8, 2024
The military command system is built on lies and irresponsibility, – Butusov
Yuriy Butusov argues Ukraine’s military command is plagued by manual control, chaos, and systemic lies that undermine trust and cripple effective battlefield leadership. | empr.media
Nov 2, 2024
On workforce deferment, a pressing issue
A Ukrainian defense gear maker argues that while unrelated roles get mobilization deferments, its critical workforce is left unprotected — questioning policy fairness. | empr.media
Oct 30, 2024
A thousand hryvnias or a thousand illusions?
Is Ukraine’s “1000 UAH for every citizen” policy substance or illusion? The author argues it trivializes economic policy, misplaces priorities, and disrespects taxpayers. | empr.media
Oct 27, 2024
Is the Victory Plan a deception?
An incisive critique of Ukraine’s “Victory Plan”: Is it a genuine strategy or political spectacle? We dissect key gaps in ambition, feasibility, and global reaction. empr.media.
Oct 17, 2024
Ukrainian official earns $6.5 million in cash selling certificates for men to avoid mobilization
Explore how corruption and wartime pressures collide in Ukraine’s ongoing conflict — the political, economic, and ethical dimensions of accountability amid battle and reform.
Oct 8, 2024
Ukraine lost Vuhledar
We break down how Ukraine lost Vuhledar — from command decisions and force imbalances to frontline realities — and explore the strategic impact of this key Donetsk defeat on the broader war.
Oct 7, 2024