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Olha Stefanishyna speaks during an interview on Ukraine’s strategic partnership with the United States and Andriy Yermak’s role in managing relations.:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Olha Stefanishyna: Yermak Is Ukraine’s ‘File Holder’ on U.S. Relations

In her first major interview in the new role, Olha Stefanishyna explains how Andriy Yermak remains Ukraine’s key lead on U.S. relations, and outlines strategic goals for arms, minerals, NATO and more.
Jul 18, 2025
Oleksandr Syrskyi briefing media on Ukraine’s counteroffensive prospects, mobilization strategy and tactical successes near Sumy frontline.

Syrskyi: Counteroffensive Prospects, Mobilization, and Successes in the Sumy region

Ukraine’s top general breaks down counteroffensive strategy, mobilization challenges, DeepStrike impact and Sumy region gains — essential insights into evolving war dynamics.
Jun 22, 2025
Ukrainian soldiers waiting for critical weapons and equipment stalled at a depot while procurement disputes slow deliveries to frontline units. | empr.media

Working for the enemy? Government is blocking critical equipment for Ukrainian drones

Internal disputes and legal conflicts within Ukraine’s defense procurement system are blocking critical equipment and ammunition from reaching frontline units, raising alarm among military officials and risking combat effectiveness. | empr.media :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
May 13, 2025
Serhiy Kryvonos speaking in an interview about the presidents of Russia, the United States and Ukraine being cast as villains in modern geopolitical narratives.

The presidents of Russia, the USA, and Ukraine are playing the villains

In a provocative interview, Kryvonos argues that the presidents of Russia, the United States and Ukraine are portrayed as villains in today’s global conflict narratives — read the full discussion on empr.media.
Apr 22, 2025
Kelsie Kimberlin interviews Danylo Burovin in Bucha, capturing frontline resilience and Ukraine’s steadfast hope against Russian aggression. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Kelsie Kimberlin with Danylo Burovin: “I believe Ukrainians are driven above all by faith in the future – and we are moving toward it. There’s no other way. It’s do or die. And so it will be”

A powerful EMPR interview from Bucha with defender Danylo Burovin on courage, hope, war trauma, and Ukraine’s unbreakable spirit — a must‑read human story. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Apr 16, 2025
Aftermath of a destroyed Sumy city bus hit by a Russian Iskander missile, charred wreckage and rescuers amid debris from the explosion. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Witness on Russian missile strike in Sumy: “I started pulling out those who were showing signs of life. But the front third of the bus was jammed with motionless bodies…”

“I pulled out those showing signs of life… the front third of the bus was jammed with bodies.” A chilling eyewitness account of the Russian Iskander missile strike on Sumy. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Apr 16, 2025
A Ukrainian Mariupol defender recounts his 920 days in Russian captivity, describing electric shocks, extreme abuse and survival against the odds.

A defender of Mariupol spoke about his 920 days in Russian captivity: electric shocks, suffocation, and more

A Mariupol defender describes 920 harrowing days in Russian captivity — electric shocks, suffocation, beatings and relentless psychological torture that tested every limit.
Mar 26, 2025
Ukrainian nuclear power plant infrastructure and reactors symbolizing the debate over control, safety and future energy strategy. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

What is the future of Ukrainian nuclear power plants?

From debates over U.S. oversight to the struggle over Zaporizhzhia’s future, Ukrainian experts weigh how nuclear power plants fit into national security, reconstruction and long-term energy plans. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Mar 21, 2025
Ukraine’s Crimea Peninsula map overlaid with U.S. and Russian flags symbolizing debate over potential recognition and peace talks. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Could the U.S. Recognize Crimea as Russian? Did Zelenskyy Agree?

Reports suggest the U.S. considered recognizing Crimea as Russian in possible peace talks, but Ukraine’s leadership says it has not agreed and will never legally accept such a concession. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Mar 18, 2025
Macron discusses France’s nuclear protection for Europe

Macron: I have decided to start a discussion on the use of France’s nuclear weapons to protect the entire EU

French President Macron has launched a strategic debate on possibly using France’s nuclear arsenal to protect the entire EU against rising threats. What it means for Europe’s defense and NATO — exclusive insight at empr.media. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Mar 5, 2025
Portrait of a Ukrainian defender speaking in an interview about frontline experiences, emphasizing duty, courage and personal sacrifice in the war.

This is not a contract, this is war. Or have you forgotten?

“I didn’t sign up for a contract — I signed up to defend my homeland,” says a Ukrainian frontline defender in this powerful, heartfelt interview about duty, unity and war. | empr.media
Feb 13, 2025
General Mykola Naiev during an interview on Ukraine’s war readiness, discussing the lack of formal warning documents prior to Russia’s Feb 24 2022 invasion.

The military had no document stating that Russia’s invasion would begin on February 24, 2022 – Naiev

Ukraine’s General Mykola Naiev says the armed forces had no document forecasting Russia’s Feb 24 2022 invasion — a revealing interview on war surprises and military readiness. | empr.media
Feb 11, 2025

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