How long will Putin’s Russia be able to finance the war in Ukraine?
From sanctions to oil revenue shifts, explore how long Putin’s Russia can continue financing the Ukraine war and the economic pressures shaping its long-term strategy.
May 15, 2022
It is a tragedy. Why does the World continue to negotiate with Putin?
EMPR: World leaders keep negotiating with Putin despite stalled peace talks and broken agreements — analysis on why diplomacy has failed and the true cost to Ukraine and global security.
May 12, 2022
Why Putin is provoking a much bigger war than with Ukraine itself
Explore why Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine may be aimed at sparking a much broader conflict, drawing in global powers, shifting alliances, and reshaping geopolitics. EMPR.media.
May 6, 2022
Ramstein meeting: main findings for Ukraine
The Ramstein meeting united over 40 countries to build a sustained military support mechanism for Ukraine, boost NATO‑style weapon deliveries, and deepen long‑term defense cooperation. EMPR.media.:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Apr 29, 2022
Two months of Russia – Ukraine war: Putin’s goals and results, and what will happen next
EMPR breaks down Putin’s strategic goals in the Ukraine war, the surprising results so far, why many aims haven’t been met, and what could unfold next on and off the battlefield.
Apr 26, 2022
Russian Air and Naval forces in Ukraine
From cruise missile barrages to Black Sea fleet moves and drone warfare, Russia’s air and naval forces play a key role in the Ukraine war. Discover operational strategy and consequences.
Apr 24, 2022
The fate of Mariupol defenders
Many Mariupol defenders from Azovstal remain in Russian captivity, some face long sentences in occupation courts, while others have been exchanged or continue to fight for release. EMPR media report.
Apr 22, 2022
To liberate Mariupol you need to break through 120 km of occupied villages and towns
To free Mariupol, Ukrainian forces would need a long drive through roughly 120 km of villages and towns held by Russia — a tough strategic operation shaping battlefield prospects.
Apr 22, 2022
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A letter from hell: message by a friend from Mariupol from the Azov Battalion
Read a raw frontline message from an Azov Battalion fighter trapped in Mariupol’s brutal siege — 57 days encircled, outnumbered, without water or food, yet refusing to surrender. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Apr 21, 2022
How the Ukrainian Armed Forces, with the help of Bayraktar, turn off the air defense system and the brains of Moskva
Explore how Ukraine’s Bayraktar drones played a key role in knocking out the Russian cruiser Moskva’s air defenses and command systems — a turning point in the Black Sea war.
Apr 19, 2022
For the first time in world history, a missile cruiser was sunk in battle. And it was Moskva
In an unprecedented wartime event, Russia’s missile cruiser Moskva was sunk in battle. Analysts dissect the strike, the tactical failures and the geopolitical shockwaves from this historic loss. (empr.media)
Apr 17, 2022
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Ultimatum to the military leadership of the Russian Federation and the Black Sea Fleet
Ukraine issued a striking ultimatum to Russia’s military leadership and Black Sea Fleet: cease hostilities, withdraw from Crimea, and demilitarize — or face destruction of forces. EMPR.media. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Apr 14, 2022